Friday Night Paddle

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Bring your own boat or use one of the provided single or tandem kayaks for a peaceful evening on the water. Ages 12 & up. 8 p.m. www.accgov.com/sandycreekpark

5K Guided Walk

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Southeast Striders Walking Club leads a round-trip walk starting and ending in Sandy Creek Park. All fitness levels welcome. 9:45 a.m. $4 (adults), FREE! (18 & under). www.southeaststriderswalkingclub.org

Bookin’ It 5K Race and Fun Run

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

The Friends of the Library encourage runners to dress up as their favorite literary character for this Eastside library branch fundraiser. 8 a.m. $15–30. www.friendsofacclibrary.org/bookin-it

14th Annual Polar Bear Plungefest

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

The Rotary Club of Athens’ fundraiser featuring a chilly plunge into Lake Chapman. 10 a.m. $25. www.plungefestathensgarotary.org

Forest Bathing

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

A guided immersive experience in the forest with a master naturalist and forest therapy guide. Includes a tea ceremony from local plants. Ages 18 & up. 1–3 p.m. $20​​–30. www.accgovga.myrec.com

Movies By Moonlight

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Screening of Frozen. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. 6 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com

Autumn Splendor Lakeside Loop Hike

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Join leisure services for a seven-mile day hike around Lake Chapman and view the fall foliage. Registration required. 10 a.m. $3 (ACC resident), $5 (non-resident). www.accgov.com/parks

Jack-O-Lantern Jog

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

A Halloween-themed Goblin Fun Run and 5K benefitting Sandy Creek Nature Center. Costumes encouraged. 2 p.m. (Fun Run), 2:30 p.m. (5K). $25. www.sandycreeknaturecenterinc.org

BBQ, Blues & Cruise-In

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

BBQ, Blues & Cruise-In. 2–7 p.m. www.accgov.com/sandycreekcarshow

RICK FOWLER BAND Original, guitar-driven local blues-rock group.

TERRAPLANE BLUE Local blues-rock band featuring Doug Peters, John Straw and Dean Johnson.

SCOTT LOW & THE BLUE BOUILLON Rustic folk singer-songwriter and former Athenian now based in Clayton.

Sandy Creek BBQ, Blues & Cruise-In

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

This inaugural event features blues bands, a unique and classic car cruise-in, and local barbecue and food vendors. 2–7 p.m. www.accgov.com/sandycreekcarshow

North Georgia Folk Festival

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

**This event has been canceled due to inclement weather**

PAM BLANCHARD & SUNNYSIDE UP BAND An Athens mainstay for over 13 years, the band's back together with fun new tunes for children and their adults. (12 p.m.)

SIDE PIECES Local singer-songwriters Claire Campbell and Betsy Franck combine their talents on original songs. (1 p.m.)

TONALLI DANZA FOLKLÓRICA MEXICANA Mesmerizing traditional Mexican dance group based in Athens. (2 p.m.)

REBECCA SUNSHINE BAND Fun, interactive music to get everyone singing and dancing. The band brings extra instruments for kids to play along. (2:30 p.m.)

KIDS ON THE MOUNTAIN Rob McMaken and Jason Cade of Hog-Eyed Man join forces with fiddler Amanda Kapousouz for a set of Irish tunes. (3 p.m.)

JULIA BARFIELD Young singer-songwriter with roots in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains. (3:30 p.m.)

SOLSTICE SISTERS Susan Staley, Anna Durden and Maggie Hunter harmonize on old-time country ballads, traditional folk and '40s styled swing. (4 p.m.)

PAT SHIELDS Storyteller who says he's been telling stories, not lies, for years. (4:30 p.m.)

RANDY STEELE AND THE HIGH COLD WIND High-energy bluegrass band based in Chattanooga. (5 p.m.)

PICKLED HOLLER Matthew and Jessica Williams singing rustic tales. (6 p.m.)

PRETTY LITTLE GOAT Lovers of old-time music pulling from the deep well of tradition found in the mountains of western North Carolina. (7 p.m.)

BORDERHOP TRIO High lonesome pickin' and singing from Athens' own bluegrass outfit. (8 p.m.)

Night Hike

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Experience nature in a different light and discover local trails by moonlight. 7:15 p.m. $3 (ACC resident), $5 (non-resident). www.accgov.com/myrec

Athens Water Festival

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

The theme for this year’s festival is LEGOs, and attendees can expect water trucks, a magic show, games, LEGO art and more. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $2 (park entry). www.athenswaterfestival.com

Night Hike

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Experience nature in a different light and discover local trails by moonlight. 7:30 p.m. $3 (ACC resident), $5 (non-resident). www.accgov.com/myrec

Beginner Adult Learn to Ride

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Learn to ride a bike in a safe and friendly environment. Ages 18 & up. 5​​–6:30 p.m. $6 (resident), $9 (non-resident). www.accgov.com/trails

Secret Creek Adventure

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Take a guided creek walk and explore with a snack break. Registration required. 9:30 a.m. $5 (ACC resident), $8 (non-resident). www.accgov.com/myrec

Sandy Creek Park Playground Ribbon Cutting

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

This ceremony will celebrate the opening of the newly completed playground by the beach area. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com

Movies By Moonlight

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Double feature screening of Frosty and The Polar Express. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. 6 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com

Beginner Adult Learn to Ride

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Learn to ride a bike in a safe and friendly environment. Ages 18 & up. 1​​–3 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/trails

Fun Run For Breast Cancer

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

A family-friendly fun run to raise funds for breast cancer support programs. 8 a.m. $20. www.itsthejourney.org/funrun

North Georgia Folk Festival

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

This 38th annual festival will showcase musicians, artists and craftspeople from around North Georgia. 11 a.m.–9 p.m. $8–15 (kids under 12 FREE!). www.northgeorgiafolkfestival.org

Athens Water Festival

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

The theme for this year’s festival is Elemental, Disney and Pixar’s new movie about fire, water, air and earth. Attendees can expect water trucks, a magic show, bubble art, games and more. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $2 (park entry). www.accgov.com/1239/athens-water-festival