Summer Festivals & Events
June, July, August
Summer mountain events: tubing on the Hooch, smores on the campfire, fresh mountain air and clear nighttime skies perfect for stargazing. And of course - tons of festivals, live music, mountain fairs, and fireworks over the Chattahoochee!
Summer Concerts & Events on Lake Burton
 May - September Lake Burton Summer Vibes Concert Series, July 4th Celebration, Wooden Boat Parade Join us on the lake - by boat (or paddle board, canoe, or float) but not by car - this summer for the Summer Vibes Concert Series, 4th of July Fireworks and the Wooden Boat Parade! With 62 miles of shoreline and gorgeous views, Lake Burton is the perfect mountain destination for watersports, fishing, or having a relaxing getaway with a view at one of the most pristine lakes in the U.S.! |
Helen to the Atlantic Hot Air Balloon Race
 (photo:helenballoon.com) May 30, 31 and June 1, 2024 33 Munichstrasse, Helen Helen to the Atlantic Hot Air Balloon Race The South's oldest balloon event and the United States' only long distance hot air balloon race will begin (weather permitting) with a mass ascension of around 20 bright and colorful hot air balloons, in North Georgia's Alpine Village - Helen! While the competition to the Atlantic continues, other balloonist compete in local events. Local flying events will take place also on Friday and Saturday. |
North GA Arts Tour
| June and November Start anywhere you like… Plot your own course… 10 AM - 5:00 PM North GA Arts Tour Paintings, pottery, folk art, jewelry, glass, mixed media, metal, photography, handcrafted furniture, fiber, wood, and much more! |
Mountain Music and Moonshine Festival
| July Downtown Blairsiville Mountain Music and Moonshine Festival The Blairsville Downtown Development Authority & Grandaddy Mimm’s Distilling Co. invite YOU to the 2nd Annual Mountain Music & Moonshine Festival. Enjoy a weekend full of local vendors, a car show, food trucks, country music… and maybe even some classic rock. |
Crush Fest at Yonah Mountain Vineyards
| August Yonah Mountain Vineyards Crush Fest Yonah Mountain Vineyard's annual day-long festival features live music, food trucks, an artisan market, wine tastings, and a chance for attendees to take part in the festival's signature traditional barefoot grape stomping event! CrushFest attracts more than 5,000 visitors of all ages from around the Southeast. |
Cabin Fever: Annual Bluegrass and BBQ Festival
| Smithgall Woods Cabin Fever Bluegrass Festival Live music from multiple bluegrass acts, food vendors, arts and crafts, non profits, and much more! This is a family friendly event! |