The Country Music Capital of Georgia
September 2024
Acoustic Sunsets at Hamilton Gardens - Fall Series - September 5 - October 10
Starts Thursday, September 5th, 2024 - 6:00pm
Closes Thursday, October 10th, 2024 - 9:00pm
Closes Thursday, October 10th, 2024 - 9:00pm
Songwriters and sunsets make for a perfect Thursday evening in Hiawassee!
Detailed Hours:
Thursday evenings from September 5th - October 3rd
September 5th | September 12th | September 26th | October 3rd | October 10
Food Court and Wine Bar open at 5pm
Live Music Starts at 6:30pm
GPS: Pavilion at the Gardens is 96 Pavilion Way
September 5th | September 12th | September 26th | October 3rd | October 10
Food Court and Wine Bar open at 5pm
Live Music Starts at 6:30pm
GPS: Pavilion at the Gardens is 96 Pavilion Way
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
October 2024
Georgia Mountain Fall Festival
Starts Friday, October 11th, 2024 - 11:00am
Closes Saturday, October 19th, 2024 - 6:00pm
Closes Saturday, October 19th, 2024 - 6:00pm
With first class musical performances, arts & crafts, unique attractions and a glimpse into North Georgia's rich history and culture, the Fall Fest provides something for every member of the family!
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Dylan Scott
Happening on Friday, October 11th, 2024
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Dylan Scott live in Hiawassee!
Detailed Hours:
Friday, October 11, 2024
7pm
7pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Joe Nichols
Happening on Saturday, October 12th, 2024
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Joe Nichols live in Hiawassee!
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, October 12, 2024
7pm
7pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Anthem Edition, LeFevre Quartet, & Gold City
Happening on Sunday, October 13th, 2024
Starting at 2:00pm
Starting at 2:00pm
Detailed Hours:
Sunday, October 13
2pm
2pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Tracy Lawrence & The Malpass Brothers
Happening on Thursday, October 17th, 2024
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Detailed Hours:
Thursday, October 17, 2024
7pm
7pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Three Dog Night
Happening on Friday, October 18th, 2024
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Detailed Hours:
Friday, October 18, 2024
7pm
7pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Nate Smith
Happening on Saturday, October 19th, 2024
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Nate Smith live in Hiawassee!
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, October 19, 2024
7pm
7pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Sara Evans
Happening on Friday, October 25th, 2024
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Detailed Hours:
Friday, October 25th
7pm
7pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Appalachian Brew and Music Festival
Happening on Saturday, October 26th, 2024
From 11:00am to 5:00pm
From 11:00am to 5:00pm
The 2024 Appalachian Brew, Que, and Stew Festival brings you great craft breweries from Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina & Alabama. There will also be delicious food from area restaurants, regional arts & crafts, and lots of Appalachian & Americana music!
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, October 26, 2024
11am-5pm
11am-5pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Halloween at the Fairgrounds
Happening on Thursday, October 31st, 2024
From 5:00pm to 8:00pm
From 5:00pm to 8:00pm
"Fangtastic" Halloween at the Fairgrounds
Detailed Hours:
"Fangtastic" Halloween at the Fairgrounds
Thursday, October 31st
5pm-8pm
Thursday, October 31st
5pm-8pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
November 2024
Rats, Rust, & Horse Power
Starts Friday, November 8th, 2024 - 9:00am
Closes Saturday, November 9th, 2024 - 4:00pm
Closes Saturday, November 9th, 2024 - 4:00pm
Detailed Hours:
November 8th & 9th, 2024
9am-4pm
9am-4pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Clay Walker
Happening on Friday, November 8th, 2024
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Clay Walker live in Hiawassee, GA!
Detailed Hours:
Friday, November 8th
7pm
7pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Light Up the Nite 5k
Happening on Saturday, November 23rd, 2024
Starting at 5:00pm
Starting at 5:00pm
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, November 23rd
5pm
5pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Mountain Country Christmas in Lights
Starts Thursday, November 28th, 2024 - 6:00pm
Closes Monday, December 23rd, 2024 - 9:00pm
Closes Monday, December 23rd, 2024 - 9:00pm
Mountain Country Christmas in Lights 2024, is a holiday treat for the entire family at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds in Hiawassee, GA along the shores of beautiful Lake Chatuge in the Northeast Georgia mountains.
Detailed Hours:
Show runs every Thursday, Friday, & Saturday from November 28 - December 7th from 6pm-9pm!
Open EVERY night from December 12th - 23rd! (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day)
Thursday, December 5th - 6pm - 9pm - Towns County Residents Night
Tuesday, December 10th - 5:30pm - 8:30pm - Nursing Home Drive Thru
Ticket Info and Specials:
Admission to the Mountain Country Christmas in Lights is $9 per person and children 12 and under are FREE!
*Tickets purchased at the gate. Cash & Credit Cards accepted.
*Tickets purchased at the gate. Cash & Credit Cards accepted.
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
December 2024
Christmas Cantata
Happening on Saturday, December 14th, 2024
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, December 14th
7pm
7pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
New Year Fireworks!
Happening on Tuesday, December 31st, 2024
From 3:00pm to 10:00pm
From 3:00pm to 10:00pm
Let's usher in 2025 with a bang!
Detailed Hours:
Tuesday, December 31st
Festivities begin at 3pm
Fireworks at 8:45pm
Festivities begin at 3pm
Fireworks at 8:45pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
February 2025
Chris Janson
Happening on Saturday, February 1st, 2025
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Whatcha See Is Whatcha Get with Chris Janson!
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, February 1, 2025
7pm
7pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
April 2025
Georgia Mountain Fair Spring Yard Sale
Starts Friday, April 18th, 2025 - 9:00am
Closes Saturday, April 19th, 2025 - 3:00pm
Closes Saturday, April 19th, 2025 - 3:00pm
One man's trash is another man's treasure - and there plenty of treasures available to shop and browse. Come join us!
Detailed Hours:
Friday, April 18th & Saturday, April 19th, 2025
9am-3pm
9am-3pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Memory Lane Classic Car Show
Starts Friday, April 25th, 2025 - 8:00am
Closes Saturday, April 26th, 2025 - 4:00pm
Closes Saturday, April 26th, 2025 - 4:00pm
Classic Car Show featuring music, food trucks, arts & crafts, Swap Meet, and really cool cars!
Detailed Hours:
Friday & Saturday, April 25th & 26th, 2025
8am-4pm
8am-4pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Atlanta Rhythm Section and Pure Prairie League
Happening on Saturday, April 26th, 2025
From 7:00pm to 10:00pm
From 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Be entertained by two great Classic Rock bands!
Detailed Hours:
Saturday April 26th, 2025
7pm
Gates open at 6pm
7pm
Gates open at 6pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
May 2025
Hiawassee Highlands Wine Festival
Happening on Saturday, May 10th, 2025
From 11:00am to 5:00pm
From 11:00am to 5:00pm
Springtime in the mountain is better with wine, music & flowers!
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, May 10th, 2025
11am-5pm
11am-5pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Georgia Mountain Fire & Smoke Cooking Festival
Happening on Saturday, May 17th, 2025
From 9:00am to 3:00pm
From 9:00am to 3:00pm
The ultimate cooking and tasting experience!
Detailed Hours:
May 16th, 2025, Meet & Greet party from 5pm-8pm
May 17th, 2025, Cooking Festival from 9am-3pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Hiawassee Pro Rodeo
Starts Friday, May 23rd, 2025 - 6:00pm
Closes Sunday, May 25th, 2025 - 11:00pm
Closes Sunday, May 25th, 2025 - 11:00pm
Join us at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds for a Rodeo on Memorial Day Weekend! Enjoy the best bucking horses, bulls, world class contestants from all over the United States and Canada, and the top of the line specialty acts! This is a family event that will definitely keep you on the edge of your seat with live entertainment!
Detailed Hours:
Friday, May 23rd, Saturday, May 24th & Sunday, May 25th
Gates open at 6pm. Rodeo begins at 8pm.
Gates open at 6pm. Rodeo begins at 8pm.
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
June 2025
Georgia Mountain Scottish Festival & Highland Games
Starts Saturday, June 7th, 2025
Ends Sunday, June 8th, 2025
Ends Sunday, June 8th, 2025
Detailed Hours:
June 7 & 8, 2025
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Hiawassee Rod Run
Starts Thursday, June 19th, 2025 - 9:00am
Closes Saturday, June 21st, 2025 - 5:00pm
Closes Saturday, June 21st, 2025 - 5:00pm
Detailed Hours:
June 19, 20, & 21, 2025
9am-5pm
9am-5pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
July 2025
July 4th Fireworks!
Happening on Friday, July 4th, 2025
From 3:00pm to 11:00pm
From 3:00pm to 11:00pm
Celebrate our great country in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains with a fireworks display over Lake Chatuge!
Detailed Hours:
Festivities begin at 3pm
Vintage Vixens play from 6:30pm to 9pm
Fireworks show at 9:45pm
Vintage Vixens play from 6:30pm to 9pm
Fireworks show at 9:45pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Hiawassee Downtown Development Fundraiser
Happening on Saturday, July 19th, 2025
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, July 19, 2025
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Laser Light Show
Happening on Saturday, July 26th, 2025
Starting at 4:00pm
Starting at 4:00pm
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, July 26, 2025
4pm
4pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
August 2025
Miss Georgia Mountain Fair Pageant
Happening on Thursday, August 14th, 2025
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Who is going to be Miss Georgia Mountain Fair 2025?
Detailed Hours:
Thursday, August 14th, 2025
7pm
7pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
75th Annual Georgia Mountain Fair
Starts Friday, August 15th, 2025 - 10:00am
Closes Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 - 10:00pm
Closes Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 - 10:00pm
Look forward to the annual Georgia Mountain Fair, held at the historic Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds this summer!
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone
Happening on Friday, August 15th, 2025
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone live in Hiawassee, Ga
Detailed Hours:
Friday, August 15, 2025
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Bubbles & Boots Festival
Happening on Saturday, August 30th, 2025
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, August 20, 2025
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Hiawassee Pro Rodeo
Starts Saturday, August 30th, 2025 - 6:00pm
Closes Sunday, August 31st, 2025 - 11:00pm
Closes Sunday, August 31st, 2025 - 11:00pm
Join us at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds for a Rodeo on Labor Day Weekend! Enjoy the best bucking horses, bulls, world class contestants from all over the United States and Canada, and the top of the line specialty acts! This is a family event that will definitely keep you on the edge of your seat with live entertainment!
Detailed Hours:
Saturday & Sunday August 30th & 31st
Gates open at 6pm. Rodeo begins at 8pm.
Gates open at 6pm. Rodeo begins at 8pm.
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
September 2025
The Dailey & Vincent Music Fest
Starts Thursday, September 25th, 2025 - 12:30pm
Closes Saturday, September 27th, 2025 - 9:30pm
Closes Saturday, September 27th, 2025 - 9:30pm
Detailed Hours:
The Dailey & Vincent Music Fest
September 25-27, 2025
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
52nd Annual Fall Regional Shelby/Mustang and Ford Show
Happening on Saturday, September 27th, 2025
From 9:00am to 4:00pm
From 9:00am to 4:00pm
Check out all the hottest Mustangs!
Detailed Hours:
September 27th
9am-4pm
9am-4pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
October 2025
Georgia Mountain Fall Festival
Starts Friday, October 10th, 2025 - 11:00am
Closes Saturday, October 18th, 2025 - 6:00pm
Closes Saturday, October 18th, 2025 - 6:00pm
With first class musical performances, arts & crafts, unique attractions and a glimpse into North Georgia's rich history and culture, the Fall Fest provides something for every member of the family!
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Appalachian Brew and Music Festival
Happening on Saturday, October 25th, 2025
From 11:00am to 5:00pm
From 11:00am to 5:00pm
The 2025 Appalachian Brew, Que, and Stew Festival brings you great craft breweries from Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina & Alabama. There will also be delicious food from area restaurants, regional arts & crafts, and lots of Appalachian & Americana music!
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, October 25, 2025
11am-5pm
11am-5pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Halloween at the Fairgrounds
Happening on Friday, October 31st, 2025
From 5:00pm to 9:00pm
From 5:00pm to 9:00pm
"Fangtastic" Halloween at the Fairgrounds
Detailed Hours:
"Fangtastic" Halloween at the Fairgrounds
Friday, October 31st
5pm-9pm
Friday, October 31st
5pm-9pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
November 2025
Rats, Rust, & Horse Power
Starts Friday, November 7th, 2025 - 9:00am
Closes Saturday, November 8th, 2025 - 4:00pm
Closes Saturday, November 8th, 2025 - 4:00pm
Detailed Hours:
November 7th & 8th, 2025
9am-4pm
9am-4pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
Mountain Country Christmas in Lights
Starts Thursday, November 27th, 2025 - 6:00pm
Closes Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025 - 9:00pm
Closes Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025 - 9:00pm
Mountain Country Christmas in Lights 2024, is a holiday treat for the entire family at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds in Hiawassee, GA along the shores of beautiful Lake Chatuge in the Northeast Georgia mountains.
Detailed Hours:
Show runs every Thursday, Friday, & Saturday from November 27 - December 7th from 6pm-9pm!
Open EVERY night from December 12th - 23rd! (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day)
Thursday, December 5th - 6pm - 9pm - Towns County Residents Night
Tuesday, December 10th - 5:30pm - 8:30pm - Nursing Home Drive Thru
Ticket Info and Specials:
Admission to the Mountain Country Christmas in Lights is $9 per person and children 12 and under are FREE!
*Tickets purchased at the gate. Cash & Credit Cards accepted.
*Tickets purchased at the gate. Cash & Credit Cards accepted.
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.
December 2025
New Year Fireworks!
Happening on Wednesday, December 31st, 2025
From 3:00pm to 10:00pm
From 3:00pm to 10:00pm
Let's usher in 2026 with a bang!
Detailed Hours:
Wednesday, December 31st
Festivities begin at 3pm
Fireworks at 8:45pm
Festivities begin at 3pm
Fireworks at 8:45pm
No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
All tickets are subject to processing fees, taxes, and are non-refundable. Concessions accept cash, credit, or debit cards. Clear Bag policy strictly enforced.