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Your Guide to Fall Festivals in and Around Athens, GA

Helping you plan ahead for the Fall season!

By Jessica Sweeney, Publisher, Macaroni KID Athens August 22, 2024

The temps are dropping and the Fall Festivals are on their way! We've been on the hunt for all of the Fall Festivals going on in and around the Athens area to help you plan ahead. Here is our list of dozens of festivals taking place nearby this season. Explore the beautiful state of Georgia and make family memories while celebrating art, history, food, culture, and more!

This list will be regularly updated so check back from time to time for new additions!

Please note: Events listed below are subject to change at any time, without notice. Please be sure to check host's websites before heading out.

Did you know that you can submit your upcoming evens to the Mac KID Athens Events Calendar for FREE?  
All that we ask is that submissions are:
✔️ Kid-friendly
✔️ $20 or less (if it costs more, send me a message!)
✔️ Athens-local
✔️ Open to the public
Click HERE to share yours with our community.


Saturday, August 31
Opening Day at Buford Corn Maze
View Details | 10am to 11pm
Ticket prices vary, starting at $15.95. See website for options.


Thursday, September 5
2024 Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park
View Details | 8am to 6pm
$20 one-day parking permit, includes entry.


Saturday, September 7
Athens Water Festival at Sandy Creek Park
View Details | 10am to 2pm
$2/person park entry

4F Renaissance Festival and Fantasy Faire in Daniellsville, GA
View Details | 10am to 6pm
$15/person. Children 5 and under are free.


Sunday, September 8
4F Renaissance Festival and Fantasy Faire in Daniellsville, GA
View Details | 10am to 6pm
$15/person. Children 5 and under are free.


Wednesday, September 11
Greater Athens Fair in Winterville, GA (5 Days!)
View Details | Hours vary. Wednesday 5pm to 11pm.
$10/adult, $5/child. Ride tickets/wristbands available for purchase on site.


Thursday, September 12
Greater Athens Fair in Winterville, GA 
View Details | Hours vary. Thursday 5pm to 11pm.

$10/adult, $5/child. Ride tickets/wristbands available for purchase on site.



Friday, September 13
Greater Athens Fair in Winterville, GA 
View Details | Hours vary. Friday 5pm to 11pm.

$10/adult, $5/child. Ride tickets/wristbands available for purchase on site.



Saturday, September 14
4F Renaissance Festival and Fantasy Faire in Daniellsville, GA
View Details | 10am to 6pm
$15/person. Children 5 and under are free.

15th Annual LatinXFest in Downtown Athens, GA
View Details | 11am to 8pm
Free to attend

Greater Athens Fair in Winterville, GA 
View Details | Hours vary. Saturday 2pm to 11pm.

$10/adult, $5/child. Ride tickets/wristbands available for purchase on site.



Sunday, September 15
4F Renaissance Festival and Fantasy Faire in Daniellsville, GA
View Details | 10am to 6pm
$15/person. Children 5 and under are free.

Greater Athens Fair in Winterville, GA 
View Details | Hours vary. Saturday 2pm to 11pm.

$10/adult, $5/child. Ride tickets/wristbands available for purchase on site.



Saturday, September 21
Statham, GA Sunflower Festival
View Details | 8am to 5pm
Free to attend

4F Renaissance Festival and Fantasy Faire in Daniellsville, GA
View Details | 10am to 6pm
$15/person. Children 5 and under are free.

Big Red Apple Festival in Cornelia, GA
View Details | 10am to 4pm
Free to attend

Opening Day at Washington Farms in Bogart, GA (Thru November 3rd!)
View Details | 10am to 8pm
Weekend/Weekday rates differ. See website for details.

Bishop Boogie in the Town of Bishop, GA
View Details | 11am to 8pm
Free to attend

Farm Festival at Butterfly Dreams Farm
View Details | from 1pm to 5pm
Free to attend, donations appreciated.


Sunday, September 22
4F Renaissance Festival and Fantasy Faire in Daniellsville, GA
View Details | 10am to 6pm
$15/person. Children 5 and under are free.


Saturday, September 28
35th Annual Insectival at State Botanical Garden of Georgia at UGA
View Details | 9am to 1pm
$5/person or $20/family

2nd Annual Colbert, GA Volunteer Fire Department Car Show
View Details | 9am to 2pm
Free to attend

Annual Bogart FUNFest 2024 in Downtown Bogart, GA
View Details | 9am to 4pm
Free to attend

Duluth Fall Festival in Downtown Duluth, GA
View Details | 9am to 7pm
Free to attend

Big Hart Farm's Harvest Festival in Hartwell, GA
View Details | 10am to 6pm
Free to attend + free parking


4F Renaissance Festival and Fantasy Faire in Daniellsville, GA
View Details | 10am to 6pm
$15/person. Children 5 and under are free.

North Georgia Folk Festival at Sandy Creek Park
View Details | 11am to 9pm
$15/adult, $8/student, kids 12 and under are free!
Park admission for ages 4-64 is $2



Sunday, September 29
4F Renaissance Festival and Fantasy Faire in Daniellsville, GA
View Details | 10am to 6pm
$15/person. Children 5 and under are free.


Friday, October 4
UGA Homecoming Parade in Downtown Athens, GA
View Details | Begins at 6pm, concludes at 7pm
Note: UGA homecoming is September 30-October 5


Sunday, October 6
Fall Festival at Pittard Park in Winterville, GA
View Details | 5pm to 7pm
Free to attend


Saturday, October 12
Monroe Fall Fest in Downtown Monroe, GA
View Details | 10am to 4pm
Free to attend

Bluey Boo Bash! at Oglethorpe Library
View Details | 11am to 1pm
Free to attend

Halloween in Downtown Jefferson, GA
View Details | 4pm to 7:30pm
Free to attend

"halloweentown" Movie in the Park at Nicholson, GA City Park
View Details | Begins at 8pm
Free to attend


Sunday, October 13
Sandy Creek BBQ, Blues, and Cruise-In at Sandy Creek Park
View Details | 2pm to 7pm
Park entry and event admission will be free!
Click here to access Car Registration to have your vehicle be a part of the event.


Monday, October 14
Oconee County Bat Festival at Heritage Park
View Details | 3pm to 7pm
Free to attend


Thursday, October 17
Opening Day for Elberton County Fair (17th-27th)
View Details | 12pm to 8pm
$5 parking, kids 36" under are free, general admission $5/person.
Unlimited ride wristbands available for purchase online.



Friday, October 18
Night of the Living Safari at North Georgia Safari Park
View Details | 5pm to 6:30pm
Free to attend


Saturday, October 19
50th Annual Oconee Chamber Fall Festival at Rocket Field in Watkinsville, GA
View Details | 8am to 3pm
Free to attend

Gold Rush in Dahlonega, GA
View Details | 9am to 5:30pm
Free to attend

Fall Festival at the Beechwood Shopping Center in Athens, GA
View Details | 11am to 2pm
Free to attend


Corn Maze Festival in Danielsville, GA
View Details | 4pm to 7pm
Free to attend



Sunday, October 20
Boo-le-Bark on the Boulevard in the Historic Boulevard Neighborhood
View Details | Registration and Costume Contest at 3pm, Parade at 4:30pm

Gold Rush in Dahlonega, GA
View Details | 9am to 5:30pm
Free to attend


Sunday, October 20
Historic Athens Porchfest 2024 in Athens, GA
View Details | 12pm to 8pm
Free to attend


Friday, October 25
Clarke County Sheriff's Office Fall Festival at CCSO Training Center
View Details | 5pm to 9pm
Free to attend

Spooktacular 2024 at Jug Tavern Park in Winder, GA
View Details | 5pm to 9pm
Free to attend



Saturday, October 26
Vulture Festival at ACC Solid Waste Department
View Details | 8am to 12pm
Free to attend

OC Backyard BBQ Brawl in Watkinsville, GA
View Details | 5pm
Free to attend

City of Statham, GA Halloween Monster Mash
View Details | 6pm to 10pm
$15/ticket, children 5 and under are free!


Sunday, October 27
Big Jump Festival at Skydive Monroe in Monroe, GA
View Details | 8am to 6pm
$5/ticket


Friday, November 8
Small Town Harvest Festival in Nicholson, GA (2 Days!)
View Details | 4pm to 9pm
Free to attend


Saturday, November 9
Small Town Harvest Festival in Nicholson, GA
View Details | 10am to 7pm
Free to attend

Jug Tavern Festival in the City of Winder, GA
View Details | 12pm to 9pm
Free to attend