IPRA World Championship Fall Rodeo
September 1: Saturday
Cumming: Cumming Fairgrounds
7-Event World Championship Rodeo Bareback & Saddle Bronc Riding, Calf Roping, Team Roping, Steer Wrestling, Barrel Racing and Bull Riding Adult-$15.00 Child-$10.00 (5-12 years old) 4 & Under-Free Parking Fee: $0. 770-781-3491. The fairgrounds are located at 235 Castleberry Road in Cumming. Call 770-781-3491 for more information. Click here for map to fairgrounds.
Battle of Tunnel Hill Civil War Reenactment
September 8 & 9: Saturday & Sunday, 9am to 4pm
Tunnel Hill: Tunnel Hill Heritage Center
Living history and exciting battle action with guns, horses and cannons; walk through the 1477 ft. railroad tunnel built in 1850; visit the Tunnel Hill Heritage Center; concessions available $5.00 adults $3.00 children 6-12. Located at 215 Clisby Austin Road in Tunnel Hill. Parking Fee: Donations. 706-876-1571.
website: tunnelhillheritagecenter.com
28th Annual Pine Log Arts and Crafts Fair
September 8 & 9: Saturday & Sunday
Rydal: Pine Log United Methodist Church Campground
Quality arts & crafts fair displayed in historic camp meeting cabins and open-air Tabernacle in this juried show. Enjoy BBQ and entertainment. I-75 Exit 293, US 411 north 8 miles to Pine Log UMC (just north of GA 140 intersection, turn left by Exxon, go under railroad.) Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission $3 ages 12+.Sponsored by the Pine Log UMC Men. 770-607-5350.
Mountain Music and Arts & Craft Festival
September 8: Saturday, 10am to 5pm
Blairsville: Vogel State Park
This popular event includes Appalachian, bluegrass and gospel music; arts and crafts booths; demonstrations on spinning, blacksmithing and bowl carving; and food concessions provided by Vogel Volunteers. $2-$5 plus $3 parking. 706-745-2628.
website: gastateparks.org
Aesthetic Water Releases
Every Saturday & Sunday in September, 8am to 8pm
Tallulah Falls: Tallulah Gorge State Park
This water release is a historical glimpse of Tallulah River's water flow prior to the building of the dam in 1912. The water flow is 200 CFS. No permits will be issued during water releases. These dates are subject to change. $4 parking. 706-754-7981.
website: gastateparks.org
Grandparents Day at the Park
September 9: Sunday, 1pm to 4pm
Tallulah Falls: Tallulah Gorge State Park
Show your grandparents how much you appreciate them by spending time together at the park. Enjoy ranger-led activities such as fishing, hiking, and making crafts. Register in advance. $4 parking. 706-754-7981.
website: gastateparks.org
Oktoberfest 2007
September 13: Thursday, 6pm to 10:30pm
Helen: Downtown, Festhalle
Oktoberfest! It's the German word for fun! It is 44 days of authentic German bands, food, beer and fun in the massive Festhalle. All paths leads to the Festhalle, located within walking distance of most hotels, you can either spend the evening dancing the Polka and Chicken dance or relax in the adjacent beer garden. $7.00-$9.00 for adults 6 -16 half price children under 6 free retire or active military with ID free admission. 706-878-1908.
website: helenchamber.com
Canoeing and Camping Excursion
September 14 -16: Friday - Sunday
Cartersville: Red Top Mountain State Park
Join us for an instructor-led weekend excursion to learn the basics of canoeing and camping. The adventure begins Friday evening with canoeing instruction and an opportunity to test your skills in a quiet cove. Stop for marshmallows under the stars and get a good night's rest before Saturday begins with a gentle paddle around Allatoona Lake. Stories around the campfire back at base camp will help you unwind before a new paddling adventure on Sunday. Call in advance to register.
website: gastateparks.org
Wilderness Survival Sampler
September 15: Saturday
Dawsonville: Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge
Spend a lot of time outdoors? Prepare yourself for the unexpected. This two-day workshop covers basic survival skills that every outdoorsman should know, including lost prevention, fire building, shelter building, and more. Registration deadline applies. $50 includes about 16 hours of classroom and field instruction and a wilderness survival kit. Overnight accomidations or meals are not included. $3 parking. 706-265-4703.
website: gastateparks.org
Beautiful Backroads Century Bike Ride
September 15: Saturday, 7am to 7pm
Catersville: Anheuser Busch Brewery
The Anheuser Busch Brewery in Cartersville is located in the beautiful rolling hills of north Georgia. The fully sagged rides begin and end at the brewery with a meal at the finish and the option for a self-guided brewery tour. The rides are 12 miles, 27 miles, 40 miles, 64 miles and a century, 105 miles. $20 pre-registration 770-606-9438.
Lecture: Georgia's Indian Heritage
September 15: Saturday, 2:30pm to 4pm
Cartersville: Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site
Learn about pre-historic, Creek and Cherokee Indians of north Georgia. $2.50-$4. Call 770-387-3747 for more information.
website: gastateparks.org
Wildflower Fever II
September 15: Saturday, 10am to 12:30pm
September 15: Saturday, 2pm to 4:30pm
Helen: Smithgall Woods Conservation Area and Lodge
Catch the fever for fall wildflowers and explore the conservation area. Each session will begin with a slide program followed by a guided hike on the conservation property. Register in advance. $3 parking. 706-878-3087.
website: gastateparks.org
Tugaloo Triathlon
September 15: Saturday
Lavonia: Tugaloo State Park
Participants will swim 1.5 kilometers, bicycle 42 kilometers and run 10 kilometers in this Olympic-style event that is exciting for spectators as well as participants. Space is limited, so athletes should sign up early. 8am to 2pm. Co-sponsored by Tri-Atlanta Multisports Association. $3 parking. 706-356-4362.
website: gastateparks.org
Southeastern Bluegrass Festival
September 21: Friday, 6pm to 11pm
September 22: Saturday, 11am -11 pm
Blairsville: Old Courthouse on Town Square
Friday's activities are held at the Old Courthouse on Town Square while Saturday's activities will be at the Old Courthouse, Mountain Life Center and City Hall, both located a block from the Old Courthouse. The South Eastern Bluegrass Association (SEBA) celebrates its 23nd birthday with performances on three stages running simultaneously and jamming all around Downtown Blairsville. Workshops on different instruments, sound and recording technology. Vendors with music-related items are welcome. No admission charge, but donations appreciated. Contact Sam Ensley 706-379-2367 or Union County Historical Society 706-745-5493.
website: UnionCountyHistory.org
White County Sesquicentennial (150th) Celebration
September 22: Saturday, 10am to 5pm
September 29: Saturday, 3pm -10pm
Cleveland: Downtown
Historic White County will be celebrating its 150th Birthday on the last two weekends in September 2007. Activities on September 22 include a Parade at 10 a.m. antique car show, music, arts & crafts, and more. Activities on September 29 (the big blow-out) will include; Children’s activities, a concert, and fireworks. $0. Parking Fee: $0. 706-865-5356.
website: whitecountychamber.org
Harvest Time at the Homestead & Iron Pour
September 22 & 23: Saturday & Sunday
Cartersville: Red Top Mountain State Park
Autumn in the 1800s comes to life at the Vaughan cabin as historic interpreters and craftspeople guide you through 75 years of early American pioneer life. Watch and join in activities associated with harvest time at the homestead. 10am to 4pm. Be sure to join us for the final iron pour of the season as our staff and volunteers create works of art as they pour molten iron into a mold that you've designed. $3 parking pass. 770-975-0055 or 770-975-4226.
website: gastateparks.org
2nd Annual Moonshine Jamboree
September 22: Saturday
Tallulah Falls: Tallulah Gorge State Park
Watch reenactments of a moonshine still, listen to tales of moonshinners, and spend the afternoon listening to live bluegrass music. 11am to 3pm. There will be craft and food vendors. 706-754-7981.
website: gastateparks.org
Barwick-LaFayette Airport Fly-in
September 29: Saturday
LaFayette: Barwick-LaFayette Airport
The annual Barwick-LaFayette Airport Fly-in draws several thousand people to view various aircraft, including vintage, in a family-friendly atmosphere. 10am to 4pm. Vendors will sell food, and visitors make purchase airplane and helicopter rides. The airport is located on 141 Gasque Drive in LaFayette. Call 706-638-7071 for more information.
Wild Edibles of Fall
September 29: Saturday
Helen: Smithgall Woods Conservation Area and Lodge
Learn what edible plants can be gathered in the fall in our area. Plant ID and preparation techniques will be covered. 10am to 2pm. Register by November 8. $5 plus $3 parking. 706-878-3087.
website: gastateparks.org
Annual CVB Car & Truck Show
September 29: Saturday
Commerce: Banks Crossing
Car & Truck Show held at The Pottery at Banks Crossing from 10:00 am - 4:30 pm. Awards for the Top 20 up to 1980; Top 5 from 1981 and up; Best of Show; Best GMC; Best Ford; Best MOPAR; and CVB Choice award. $20 entry fee. Registration 10:00 am - 1:30 pm. Music, door prizes, goody bags and 50/50 tickets. 706-677-5265.
 Aesthetic Water Releases
Wednesdays: October 3, 10, 17
Fridays: October 5, 12, 19
Saturday & Sunday: October 27 & 28
Tallulah Falls: Tallulah Gorge State Park
This water release is a historical glimpse of Tallulah River's water flow prior to the building of the dam in 1912. The water flow is 200 CFS. No permits will be issued during water releases. 8:00 am -8:00 pm These dates are subject to change. $4 parking. 706-754-7981.
website: gastateparks.org
Morganton Point 5k Hill Run & 2K Walk
Thursday: October 4
Downtown Morganton
Georgia Mountains Health of Blue Ridge proudly present the Annual Morganton Point 5K Run and 2K walk on Saturday October 4th. Starts at 8:30 in Downtown Morganton. From Blue Ridge, head north on 515 and take Hwy 60 South into Morganton. Call the Fannin County Chamber of Commerce at 706-632-5680 for more info.
Southern Tree Plantation Fall Fun
Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays: October 5 - 28
4.7 miles south of Blairsville
Pumpkins, Hayrides, Petting Farm, Marshmallow Roasting, Mountain Crafts, Maze, Playground, Pony rides, Kids Train Ride. Available during selected weekends. Located in the heart of the North Georgia Mountains. You'll find all this at Southern Tree Plantations "Fall Fun on the Farm" event. Southern Tree Plantation is a working farm currently growing thousands of pumpkins and Christmas trees. Fridays 12-6 Saturdays 10-6, Sundays 12-6. For more information and directions, call 706-745-0601 or visit the website.
website: southerntreeplantation.com
Fall Friday Hikes
Every Friday in October
October 5, 12, 19 & 26
Helen: Smithgall Woods Conservation Area and Lodge
Van rides to hiking trails make it easy to enjoy hikes in the conservation area. Enjoy a leisurely pace and stops at points of interest on these guided hikes through fall foliage. 9:00 am -11:00 am. Register in advance. $3 parking. 706-878-3087.
website: gastateparks.org
Great Locomotive Chase Festival
Friday-Sunday: October 5-7
Adairsville: Historic Square - Downtown
The 37th year of this historic celebration. Arts & crafts festival in the town that witnessed the Civil War's Great Locomotive Chase. Today the entire town is on the National Register of Historic Places. Entertainment throughtout, parades, pageants and fireworks. Street dancing on Friday & Saturday evenings; Gospel singing Sunday. Friday-Saturday 8am -11:30 pm; Sunday Noon - 5pm. $4 admission 6+. Directions: -75 Exit 306, Go west on GA 140 through traffic light, left onto Main St. one mile to historic Public Square. Call 770-773-3451, ext 26 for more info.
website: notatlanta.org
Skills of the Past
Saturday: October 6
Cartersville: Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site
Weaponry, flintnapping, basketweaving and pottery making all crafts essential to the survival of the Native Americans of the southeast will be demonstrated. 10:00 am -4:00 pm $2.50-$4. 770-387-3747.
website: gastateparks.org
Torch Light Tour of the Ancient City
Saturday: October 6
Cartersville: Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site
Imagine life hundreds of years ago as you walk along the illuminated path the mounds. 7:00 pm -9:30 pm $2.50-$4. 770-387-3747.
website: gastateparks.org
John C. Campbell Fall Festival
Saturday & Sunday: October 6 & 7
Brasstown, North Carolina
Celebrate the rich heritage of the Appalachians at the annual fall festival, featuring over 180 juried and non-juried crafts people. Continous Live Music and dance, craft demonstrations good food and much more! John C. Campbell Folk School 800-365-5724
website: folkschool.org
Indian Summer Festival
Saturday & Sunday: October 6 & 7
Suches: Woody Gap School
Car show, food and fine arts and crafts. Blairsville-Union County Chamber of Commerce 706-745-6928
website: blairsvillechamber.com
Marble Festival
Saturday & Sunday: October 6 & 7
Jasper and the entire Marble Valley of Pickens County
25th Annual Marble Festival in historic Tate. The Marble Quarry is open for tours only one time every year. Arts and crafts, entertainment, food and more. Pickens County Chamber of Commerce 706-692-5600
website: pickenschamber.com
Cherry Log Festival
Saturdays & Sundays: October 6 & 7 / October 13 & 14 / October 27 & 28
Cherry Log community
First 3 weekends each October in the community of Cherry Log, just north of Ellijay, celebrates the harvest with the Cherry Log Festival. Arts and Crafts. Great food and entertainment. Fun for the whole family. For more information call 706-635-1933.
Sorghum Festival
Saturdays & Sundays: October 12 & 14 / October 19 & 21 / October 26 & 28
Blairsville: Fort Sorghum
Sorghum biscuit eating contests, arts and crafts, entertainment and food booths, big Parade. For more informations including times call the Blairsville-Union County Chamber of Commerce 706-745-5789
website: blairsvillechamber.com
Georgia Mountain Fall Festival
October 12-21, daily
Hiawassee: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
Hiawassee Arts, crafts & exhibits. Clogging, singing, authentic mountain demonstrations, pioneer village, kiddie rides and a new show, Kay Rosaires Big Cat Encounter. Regional food and lots of fun for the whole family. Also included in this is the Ole Time Fiddlers Convention. 706-896-4191.
website: georgia-mountain-fair.com
Apple Festival
Saturday & Sunday: October 13 & 14; 20 & 21
Ellijay: Ellijay Lions Club Fairgrounds
Thirthy sixth annual Apple Festival, over 300 vendors with handmade/hand crafted items. Lots of good things to eat. Other fun things to do will be an antique car show on the 13th and a parade on the 20th. For more information, call the County Chamber of Commerce @ 706-635-7400 or visit the web site.
website: gilmerchamber.com
Women's Backpacking Weekend
Saturday & Sunday: October 13 & 14
Tallulah Falls: Tallulah Gorge State Park
Participate in ranger-led activities including outdoor cooking, learning about edible and medicinal plants, and hiking four miles to the campsite. Bring you own backpacking gear, but meals are included. Register by October 1. Event begins at 10 A.M. on the 13th and ends at noon on the 14th. $40 plus $4 parking. 706-754-7981.
website: gastateparks.org
Prater's Mill Country Fair
Saturday & Sunday: October 13 & 14
Dalton: Prater's Mill
Mountain music, Southern foods, living history exhibits and handmade crafts and original art of 185 artisans. Demonstrations including blacksmithing, spinning, quilting, rug hooking, woodcarving and hand tufting. Food and fun for all ages. Call Praters Mill at 706-694-6455 for more info.
website: pratersmill.org
Apple Blossom Auto Show
Saturday: October 13
Ellijay: Ellijay Elementary School
Presented by the Gilmer County Chamber of Commerce and the Apple County Auto Club. Scheduled events will also include a bluegrass festival. For more information, call 706-635-7400
website: gilmerchamber.com
Quilting Bee Fundraiser
Saturday: October 13
Helen: Unicoi State Park and Lodge
Quilting demonstrators will show their beautiful works of art, and pieces will be put together for a "Unicoi quilt" donated by Friends of Unicoi to be raffled at the White County Relay for Life 2008. 10:00 am -5:00 pm. $3 parking. 1-800-573-9659 ext. 305.
website: gastateparks.org
Mountain Harvest Sale
Saturdays & Sundays: October 20-21/ October 27-28
Blue Ridge: Farmer's Market
Mountain Arts & Crafts, food and fun for the whole family. Lots of local vendors. Saturdays 9am-5pm; Sundays 12 Noon to 5pm. Fannin County Homemakers Council 706-374-2335
Heritage Days
Saturday & Sunday: October 20 & 21
Talking Rock: Downtown
Arts and crafts, entertainment and food. Pickens County Chamber of Commerce 706-692-5600
Gold Rush Days
Saturday & Sunday: October 20 & 21
Dahlonega: Downtown
The historic gold mining town of Dahlonega goes all out each fall in celebration of its rich mountain and gold mining heritage. Gold Rush Days is the largest arts and crafts festival in the NE Georgia mountains, with over 300 arts and crafts booths. Also look for demonstrations and competitions with traditional mountain pastimes like hog calling, a liars' contest, crosscut sawing, clogging and buck dancing, and bluegrass music. Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chamber of Commerce 706-864-3711
website: dahlonega.org
Cherokee Homecoming
Saturday: October 20
Chatsworth: Chief Vann House Historic Site
Cherokee crafters from both North Carolina and Oklahoma will demonstrate traditional arts such as pottery making, storytelling, blowgun shooting, basket making, woodcarving, and other time-honored Cherokee skills. 10:00 am -4:00 pm. $2.50 - $4. 706-695-2598.
website: gastateparks.org
Frontier Day
Saturday: October 20
Calhoun: New Echota Historic Site
Step back into the early 19th century as the buildings and historic grounds of the Cherokee Capital of New Echota come alive with the sights, sounds and smells of frontier life in the Cherokee Nation. Refreshments, stories, music and farmlife skills demonstrations will be showcased in the historic buildings. 10:00 am -4:30 pm. $2.50-$4. 706-624-1321.
website: gastateparks.org
Fall Celebration
Saturday: October 20
Helen: Smithgall Woods Conservation Area and Lodge
Enjoy the natural beauty of the season with a full day of mountain music, pioneer skill exhibits, traditional craft vendors, hay-rides through the park, and apple cider from a hand-cranked press. $3 parking. 10:00 am -4:00 pm. 706-878-3087.
website: gastateparks.org
Fall Hoedown
Saturday: October 20
Blairsville: Vogel State Park
Celebrate autumn’s arrival with a 2 p.m. cakewalk, 4:30 p.m. hayrides, 5 p.m. chili and drinks for sale, 6:30 p.m. campfire and dancing, and finally at 8 p.m. a professional storyteller around a bonfire. 2:00 pm -9:00 pm. $3 parking. 706-745-2628.
website: gastateparks.org
Full Moon Suspension Bridge Hike
Thursday: October 25
Tallulah Falls: Tallulah Gorge State Park
Enjoy the gorge in the magical, shimmering light of the full moon. This strenuous hike consists of about 700 steps and pets are not allowed. Hike will be cancelled if raining but not if cloudy. Register in advance. 6:00 pm -8:00 pm. $4 parking. 706-754-7981.
website: gastateparks.org
"Wails To Trails" Haunted Hike
Friday: October 26
Tallulah Falls: Tallulah Gorge State Park
A "spirited" stroll along the Tallulah Falls Railroad bed brings visitors close to characters who were part of this area's history. Register in advance. 7:30 pm -9:00 pm. $3 parking. 706-754-7981.
website: gastateparks.org
Autumn Nights at Yargo
Saturday: October 27
Winder: Fort Yargo State Park
Join the park staff for hayrides, storytelling by the campfire, children's games, and viewing the restored Old Fort by candlelight. 6:00 pm -9:00 pm. $1 - $3, plus $3 parking. 770-867-3489.
website: gastateparks.org
Harvest Happenings
Saturday: October 27
Lavonia: Tugaloo State Park
Come to this lakeside park for a hayride, campfire and storytelling. 7:00 pm -9:00 pm. $3 parking. 706-356-4362.
website: gastateparks.org
Unicoi Fall Festival
Saturday: October 27
Helen: Unicoi State Park and Lodge
Celebrate fall with hayrides, face painting, costume contests, an Appalchian concert, a costume parade and more. 5:00 pm -9:00 pm. $3 parking. 800-573-9659 ext. 305.
website: gastateparks.org
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