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During the Adventure Race
Above:Climbing a wall
Below:Shooting the Rapids
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Blue Ridge Mountain Adventure Race,
April
80 co-ed teams of three hike, mountain bike, run and kayak in the Chattahoochee
National Forest. The race begins at a secret location in the Chattahoochee National Forest and ends in Downtown Blue Ridge City Park, with live music, food and the finish line. For more information, call (706) 632-5680 or see Adventure Race on this website.
Cinco de Mayo Festival,
McCaysville-Copperhill, May
Food, music and dancing on the street bridge between McCaysville, GA
and Copperhill, TN. Sponsored by the Tri-Cities Business Association.
For more information, call (423) 496-1750
Arts
In The Park,
Blue Ridge, Memorial Day Weekend
Features over 200 arts, crafts and food booths Arts in the Park is located in downtown Blue Ridge City Park.
The best in mountain crafts and fine arts, artist's demonstrations,
music and dance. Arts in
the Park has been recognized as one of the Top 20 Events by the
Southeastern Tourism Society. Sponsored by the Blue Ridge Mountains
Arts Association.
Call (706) 632-2144 for more information.
Pickin' in the Park
Ron Henry Horseshoe Bend Park, May thru September
Casual jam sessions for acoustic musicians
are held under the trees and pavillions along
the Toccoa River at Ron Henry Horseshoe Bend
Park every Thursday evening from 6 p.m. til
dusk beginning May 26 through the end of September.
Free admission to musicians of all levels
and listeners who appreciate good music.
Bring your picnic supper and enjoy the music!
For more information call 423-496-4653 or
see www.pickinthepark.com.
Old Timers Day,
Downtown
Blue Ridge, Saturday Closest to July 4th
Celebration and parade in Downtown Blue Ridge. Food, crafts, ice cream
and entertainment. Sponsored by the Blue Ridge Business Association.
Lake Blue Ridge Fireworks,
Marina, On or near July 4th
Live music and food beginning at 4 p.m. Food provided by the Masonic
Lodge. Fabulous fireworks over Lake Blue Ridge at dark. Call (706)
632-2618 for more information.
Miners Homecoming,
Downtown
McCaysville, July 4th Weekend
Miners homecoming takes place in Ducktown, TN. every July 4th weekend.
Old fashioned Independence Day fireworks are shot from Tater Hill
in downtown McCaysville-Copperhill on July 4th at dark-thirty. Fourth
of July Kiwanis parade and festivities take place on July 5th, also
in McCaysville-Copperhill.
Concerts in the Park,
Downtown Blue
Ridge Park, July & August
Good music in a beautiful setting on warm summer nights. Bring your
own quilt or lawn chair and a picnic supper. Call the Blue Ridge
Mountains Arts Association for more information, (706) 632-2144.
Smokey Bear's Birthday,
Ocoee
Whitewater Center, August
Games, face-painting, storytelling, puppet shows and, of course, Smokey
the Bear! For more information, call (423) 496-5197.
Blue Ridge Kiwanis Rodeo,
August
Western rodeo with bull riding, saddle bronc riding, calf roping, bareback,
steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing and special events. Great
food and fun for all ages. Call (706) 632-3400 for more information.
Labor Day Barbeque,
Labor Day in Downtown Blue
Ridge
Annual Barbeque starts at 11 a.m. until the food runs out. Downtown
Blue Ridge City Park. Good food and entertainment. Call (706) 455-3818
for more information.
Wildlife Festival of the Arts,
Downtown Blue Ridge Park, September
Showcasing the works of the finest wildlife artists in the Southeast.
More than 75 artists sell their sculpture, painting and woodworking.
Forest service information, fly-fishing demonstrations, food and
entertainment. Sponsored by the Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association.
Call (706) 632-2144.
Family Fishing Festival,
Chattahoochee
National Fish Hatchery, September
Fly-tying and casting demonstrations, educational exhibits and plenty
of fish to catch in Rock Creek. Call (706) 838-4723 for more information.
Annual Ocoee River Days Festival,
Ocoee
Whitewater Center, September
Big name entertainment, food, fun, exhibits, games and activities for
all ages. For information, call (423) 496-5197.
Mountain Harvest Sale,
Blue Ridge Farmer's Market, 3rd and 4th weekend
in October
Sponsored by the Fannin County Homemaker's Council, the Mountain Harvest
Sale features local arts, crafts, food and fun on two separate October
weekends. For information, please call (706) 632-2858.
Halloween Safe Zone,
Downtown Blue
Ridge
Treats and fun for all. Downtown Blue Ridge Main Street is closed
and kids of all ages trick or treat from shop to shop. Food and
entertainment.
For information, call (706) 632-0547.
Holiday Art Show & Sale,
Blue Ridge Mountains
Arts Assn., Each November-December
Shop for regional art and crafts at the Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
Thanksgiving through Christmas. For more information, call (706) 632-2144.
Light up Blue Ridge,
Downtown Blue
Ridge, Saturday after Thanksgiving
Christmas festival in Downtown Blue Ridge. Music, refreshments, caroling
and all-day activities. Official lighting of the Christmas tree and
Santa arrives!! Sponsored by the Blue Ridge Business Association.
Hometown Christmas,
Downtown McCaysville,
First Saturday of December
Parade, Santa's arrival, food, refreshments and entertainment. Lighting
of the bridge. For information, call (706) 632-4236.
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway Christmas Express,
Blue
Ridge, Weekends in December
Come ride the holiday train and see Santa, Mrs. Santa and the elves.
Listen to Christmas stories and sing carols. For information, call
(706) 632-9833.
Festival of Trees,
Ocoee
Whitewater Center, Ducktown, December
Come enjoy the beauty of the season and see the beautiful Christmas
trees decorated by local businesses, schools and organizations.
