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Spring Break in Athens, GA

Spring Break Camps, Bucket List, Local Happenings, & More!

By Jessica Sweeney, Macaroni KID Athens March 14, 2024


Athens-Clarke County Spring Break is April 1 through April 5
Oconee County Spring Break is April 1 through April 5


Ready for an unforgettable Spring Break? Mac KID Athens has got you covered!
πŸŒΈβ˜€οΈ This guide is designed to help keep your kids entertained all break long! Check out fun and local day camp options, favorite kid-friendly spots to visit around town, as well as our Spring Break Bucket List that you can print out and stick to your fridge!

This guide will be updated frequently, so check back often to find new things to do together for the spring break season.

Spring Break Camps









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Athens Spring Break Bucket List
Looking for local Spring Break Activity Inspo??  Let us help!

Use Mac KID Athens' FREE Spring Break Bucket List printable to print out and hang on your fridge to inspire your daily plans.
Want to fill out your own summer bucket list? We have a whole second page that's completely blank, so you and your kids can create your own spring time goals!

Click the image below to get yours and read on to find out how Mac KID Athens can help you fill this list.
There's a lot to do on our Spring Break Bucket List! Use the links below to help you check off each item throughout the week:

πŸ… Athens Farmers Market Guide
Take a moment to stop by one of our local Farmers Markets to help support our Athens Area farmers and small businesses.

🐟 Top 12 Local Fishing Spots Around Athens
Grab your rod and reel combo, some bait, and hop in the car with the family for a fishing trip nearby.

πŸ‹ Homemade Lemonade Popsicle Recipe
The spring season calls for some lemonade! This recipe only requires 3 ingredients that you can mix together and freeze for a cool treat for this warmer weather.

🐦 DIY Bird Feeder
Use recycled cartons to create your own bird feeders at home!

🌳 Athens Guide for Parks and Playgrounds
The Athens/Oconee area offers the community 20 wonderful parks to enjoy  and explore! Check out Mac KID Athens' Guide to local parks and outdoor  spaces with the hours of operation and amenities listed.

Spring Break Happenings

Spring Break Fun Fest in City of Statham
View Details | Friday, April 5 from 2pm to 3pm

Open Gym at Oconee Gymnastics and Cheer
View Details | Wednesday, April 3 from 9:15am to 10:10am

Spring Break Family Fun at Sandy Creek Nature Center: Animal Encounter
View Details | Tuesday, April 2 from 10am to 11am
Free! No registration required.

Spring Break Family Fun at Sandy Creek Nature Center: Rockets and Stars Planetarium Show
View Details | Wednesday, April 3 from 10am to 11:30am

Fee and registration required.


Spring Break Family Fun at Sandy Creek Nature Center: Family Fishing
View Details | Thursday, April 4 from 2pm to 3:30pm

Fee and registration required.


Spring Break Family Fun at Sandy Creek Nature Center: Pond Study
View Details | Thursday, April 5 from 2pm to 3:30pm

Fee and registration required.


Oconee Farmers Market Opening Day
View Details | Saturday, April 6 from 9am to 1pm

Marigold Farmers Market (Saturday Markets) Opening Day
View Details | Saturday, April 6 from 9am to 1pm

If you haven't already, check out our Events Calendar for a full list of Athens-area events the whole family can enjoy all spring-season long!
Click HERE to view.


Favorite Kid-Friendly Local Spots

State Botanical Garden of Georgia at UGA

2450 S. Milledge Avenue
Athens, GA 30605


Enjoy over 300 acres of blooming gardens, multiple walking trails, an indoor plant exhibit, shaded playscape, and an interactive children's garden.


Sandy Creek Nature Center

205 Old Commerce Road
Athens, GA 30607


With interactive exhibits, live animal displays, and miles of trails to bike or hike, this nature center provides a fun opportunity for kids to learn about the environment and wildlife.


Georgia Museum of Art

90 Carlton Street
Athens, GA 30606


Located on the campus of UGA, explore visual art exhibitions and art history and enjoy their monthly Family Day programming. Free to the public!


Georgia Museum of Natural History
Natural History Building, UGA Campus
University of Georgia
Athens, GA


This museum on the University of Georgia campus offers exhibits on Georgia's natural history, including fossils, minerals, and taxidermy specimens.


The Tree That Owns Itself
277 S Finley Street
Athens, GA 30605


This unique landmark in Athens is a white oak tree that, according to legend, was deeded ownership of itself by its previous owner.


Bear Hollow Zoo
Within Memorial Park
293 Gran Ellen Drive
Athens, GA 30606


Located within Memorial Park, Bear Hollow Zoo is home to a variety of native Georgia wildlife, including black bears, a reptile exhibit, and birds of prey. Free to the public!


Skate Park at Southeast Clarke Park
4440 Lexington Road
Athens, GA 30606


This skate and BMX park includes a series of bowls and ramps, grinding edges, rails, steps, and more. View the Skate Park's Rules and Regulations before visiting.


Fun Galaxy Skating Rink
3030 Cherokee Road
Athens, GA 30606


Open Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, Fun Galaxy offers a fun family-friendly atmosphere to skate, eat pizza, enjoy birthday parties, and have fun!


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