The Country Music Capital of Georgia
May 2025
Acoustic Sunsets at Hamilton Gardens - Sping Series - May 8 - May 29
Starts Thursday, May 8th, 2025 - 6:00pm
Closes Thursday, May 29th, 2025 - 9:00pm
Closes Thursday, May 29th, 2025 - 9:00pm
Songwriters and sunsets make for a perfect Thursday evening in Hiawassee!
Detailed Hours:
Thursday evenings from May 8 - May 29
May 8th | May 15th | May 22nd | May 29th
Food Court & Wine Bar open at 5pm
Live Music Starts at 6:00pm
GPS: Pavilion at the Gardens is 96 Pavilion Way
May 8th | May 15th | May 22nd | May 29th
Food Court & Wine Bar open at 5pm
Live Music Starts at 6:00pm
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.
Hiawassee Pro Rodeo
Starts Saturday, May 24th, 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:
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.
Night Ranger
Happening on Friday, May 30th, 2025
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Rock & Roll all night with Night Ranger!
Detailed Hours:
Friday, May 30th
7pm
7pm
Presale Tickets:
Tickets: https://georgiamountainfairground.thundertix.com/events/239393
VIP 1 Platinum: https://georgiamountainfairground.thundertix.com/events/239624
VIP 2 Gold: https://georgiamountainfairground.thundertix.com/events/239625
VIP 1 Platinum: https://georgiamountainfairground.thundertix.com/events/239624
VIP 2 Gold: https://georgiamountainfairground.thundertix.com/events/239625
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
Happy Together Tour 2025
Happening on Friday, June 6th, 2025
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Happy Together Tour 2025 - Starring: THE TURTLES, JAY & THE AMERICANS, LITTLE ANTHONY, GARY PUCKETT & THE UNION GAP, THE VOGUES, AND THE COWSILLS.
Detailed Hours:
Friday, June 6, 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.
Georgia Mountain Scottish Festival & Highland Games
Starts Saturday, June 7th, 2025 - 9:00am
Closes Sunday, June 8th, 2025 - 5:00pm
Closes Sunday, June 8th, 2025 - 5:00pm
Detailed Hours:
June 7 & 8, 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.
Travis Tritt
Happening on Saturday, June 7th, 2025
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
"It's a Great Day to Be Alive" and see Travis Tritt in concert live at Anderson Music Hall!
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, June 7th, 2025
Doors open at 6pm
Show starts at 7pm
Doors open at 6pm
Show starts at 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.
Greater Atlanta British Motorcycle Association
Starts Friday, June 13th, 2025 - 10:00am
Closes Saturday, June 14th, 2025 - 10:00pm
Closes Saturday, June 14th, 2025 - 10:00pm
The British are coming. The British are coming. And you should too!
Detailed Hours:
Friday & Saturday June 13 & 14, 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.
Miss Georgia Mountain Fair Pageant
Happening on Saturday, June 14th, 2025
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Who is going to be Miss Georgia Mountain Fair 2025?
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, June 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.
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.
Revisiting Creedence
Happening on Saturday, June 21st, 2025
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, June 21, 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.
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
Nathan Morgan Band 6pm-9pm
Fireworks show at 9:45pm
Nathan Morgan Band 6pm-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.
The Concerts at Eller Holler
Starts Thursday, July 10th, 2025 - 6:30pm
Closes Thursday, July 31st, 2025 - 9:30pm
Closes Thursday, July 31st, 2025 - 9:30pm
Songwriters and sunsets make for a perfect Thursday evening in Hiawassee!
Detailed Hours:
Hamilton Gardens and Acoustic Sunsets present:
The Concerts at Eller Holler
(located inside the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds)
Top Rated Regional and National Bands
Thursday Nights
July 10th | July 17th | July 24th | July 31st
Live Music 6:30pm to 9:30pm
The Concerts at Eller Holler
(located inside the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds)
Top Rated Regional and National Bands
Thursday Nights
July 10th | July 17th | July 24th | July 31st
Live Music 6:30pm to 9:30pm
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.
A1A - The Official and Original Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show
Happening on Saturday, July 19th, 2025
Starting at 6:00pm
Starting at 6:00pm
Grab your flip flops and put your 'phins up' for the A1A - The Official and Original Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show!
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Doors open at 6pm, concert at 7pm
Doors open at 6pm, concert at 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.
Laser Light Show
Happening on Saturday, July 26th, 2025
Starting at 5:00pm
Starting at 5:00pm
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, July 26, 2025
Gates open at 5pm
Gates open at 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.
August 2025
Georgia Mountain Fair 75th Anniversary Celebration Party
Happening on Thursday, August 14th, 2025
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Detailed Hours:
Thursday, August 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.
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.
Crowder
Happening on Saturday, August 16th, 2025
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Good God Almighty, Crowder is coming to Anderson Music Hall!
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, August 16, 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.
Gospel Music Show - Featuring: Carolina The Band, Triumphant Quartet & The Inspirations
Happening on Sunday, August 17th, 2025
Starting at 2:00pm
Starting at 2:00pm
Detailed Hours:
Sunday, August 17th
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.
Gene Watson & Bellamy Brothers
Happening on Thursday, August 21st, 2025
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Detailed Hours:
Thursday, August 21, 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.
Molly Tuttle
Happening on Friday, August 22nd, 2025
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
An evening of Bluegrass!
Detailed Hours:
Friday, August 22, 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.
Lorrie Morgan & T. Graham Brown
Happening on Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
One stage, two Country legends, don't miss Lorrie Morgan & T. Graham Brown!
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, August 23, 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.
Acoustic Sunsets at Hamilton Gardens - Fall Series - August 28th - October 9th
Starts Thursday, August 28th, 2025 - 6:00pm
Closes Thursday, October 9th, 2025 - 9:00pm
Closes Thursday, October 9th, 2025 - 9:00pm
Songwriters and sunsets make for a perfect Thursday evening in Hiawassee!
Detailed Hours:
Thursday evenings from August 28th - October 9th
August 28 | September 4th | September 11th | September 18th | October 2nd | October 9th
Food Court and Wine Bar open at 5pm
Live Music Starts at 6:00pm
GPS: Pavilion at the Gardens is 96 Pavilion Way
August 28 | September 4th | September 11th | September 18th | October 2nd | October 9th
Food Court and Wine Bar open at 5pm
Live Music Starts at 6:00pm
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.
The Park After Dark
Starts Thursday, August 28th, 2025 - 7:00pm
Closes Thursday, October 9th, 2025 - 10:00pm
Closes Thursday, October 9th, 2025 - 10:00pm
Fall in Love with Hamilton Rhododendron Gardens
Detailed Hours:
Thursday Nights (7pm to 10pm)
August 28 | September 4th | September 11th | September 18th | October 2nd | October 9th
August 28 | September 4th | September 11th | September 18th | October 2nd | October 9th
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 and Boots Mimosa Festival
Happening on Saturday, August 30th, 2025
Starting at 11:00am
Starting at 11:00am
Get ready to sip, sparkle, and celebrate at the Bubbles and Boots Mimosa Festival!
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, August 30, 2025
11am
11am
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
52nd Annual Fall Regional Shelby/Mustang and Ford Show
Starts Friday, September 19th, 2025 - 9:00am
Closes Saturday, September 20th, 2025 - 4:00pm
Closes Saturday, September 20th, 2025 - 4:00pm
Check out all the hottest Mustangs!
Detailed Hours:
September 19th-20th
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.
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
Ticket Info and Specials:
3-day passes and single day tickets are all available and prices range from $75.00 - $225.00.
RV camping is available by the lake with full hookups and amenities.
*Tickets should only be purchased directly through our website. Be aware of 3rd party resellers.
RV camping is available by the lake with full hookups and amenities.
*Tickets should only be purchased directly through our website. Be aware of 3rd party resellers.
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.
John Crist: Jokes for Humans
Happening on Sunday, September 28th, 2025
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Jokes for Humans Tour
Detailed Hours:
Sunday, September 28, 2025
7pm
7pm
Presale Tickets:
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
Bob Seger tribute Mainstreet
Happening on Saturday, October 4th, 2025
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, October 4th, 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.
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.
Neal McCoy & Ronnie McDowell
Happening on Friday, October 10th, 2025
From 7:00pm to 9:00pm
From 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Detailed Hours:
Friday, October 10, 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.
Gospel Music Show - Featuring: Southbound, The Martins & High Road
Happening on Sunday, October 12th, 2025
Starting at 2:00pm
Starting at 2:00pm
Detailed Hours:
Sunday, October 12th
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.
Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder
Happening on Thursday, October 16th, 2025
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
An evening of Bluegrass Music so good it will stir your soul!
Detailed Hours:
Thursday, October 16th
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.
Josh Turner - This Country Music Thing Tour
Happening on Friday, October 17th, 2025
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Come enjoy a night of classic and current Josh Turner original songs on his This Country Music Thing Tour!
Detailed Hours:
Friday, October 17th
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.
Trace Adkins
Happening on Saturday, October 18th, 2025
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
What Color’s Your Wild Tour
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, October 18th
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 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.
The Marshall Tucker Band
Happening on Saturday, November 22nd, 2025
Starting at 7:00pm
Starting at 7:00pm
Detailed Hours:
Saturday, November 22
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.
Mountain Country Christmas in Lights
Happening on Thursday, November 27th, 2025
From 6:00pm to 9:00pm
From 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Mountain Country Christmas in Lights 2025, 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 6th from 6pm-9pm!
Open EVERY night from December 11th - 23rd! (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day)
Thursday, December 4th - 6pm - 9pm - Towns County Residents Night
Tuesday, December 9th - 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 6:00pm to 10:00pm
From 6:00pm to 10:00pm
Let's usher in 2026 with a bang!
Detailed Hours:
Wednesday, December 31st
Parking lot and food trucks open at 6pm.
Fireworks at 8pm
Parking lot and food trucks open at 6pm.
Fireworks 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.
