Community Events

Gilmer County is not only the Apple Capital of Georgia, but also the Mountain Bike Capital of Georgia! Whether you are planning a weekend visit or looking to grow a business, Gilmer County is rich in opportunities for exploration.

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Dancing Goats FolkFest

Gilmer County River Park 1365 S. Main St., Ellijay, GA, United States

Like an old-time mountain shindig, Dancing Goats Folkfest brings together friends, family and visitors to celebrate our art and culture. Juried folk-art show and sale, homegrown music, storytelling and good eats celebrate out Southern Appalachia way of life. And don’t miss two days of the goats strutting their stuff in the popular goat pageants.

Fall Festival at Cartecay Vineyards

Join Cartecay Vineyards every weekend in October for their Fall Festival! Enjoy arts & crafts vendors, wine tastings, live music, […]

Beauty and The Beast Pet Costume Contest

Tractor Supply 701 1st Ave, Ellijay, United States

Enter your pet in the Friends Of Gilmer Animal Shelter (FOGAS) free Pet Costume Contest. It's FREE on the FOGAS […]

Country Fall Festival

Pleasant Grove Baptist Church 115 Pleasant Grove Rd, Ellijay

Bring the kids! The Country Fall Festival is coming up Sunday, Oct. 29th. There will be all kinds of fun […]

Scarecrow Invasion at the Manor

Manor Lake 85 Highland Ridge Road, Ellijay, GA, United States

Come and Help our Residents Celebrate the Corning of Fall with a Scarecrow Invasion! Starting September 1st we would like to […]

Warm Stretch Hatha Flow

Rising Sun Yoga and Wellness of Ellijay 64 Sailors Drive, Suite 110, Ellijay, GA, United States

Cindy has a passion for yoga and providing a safe and nurturing practice. Your muscles will appreciate the warm gentle […]

Scarecrow Invasion at the Manor

Manor Lake 85 Highland Ridge Road, Ellijay, GA, United States

Come and Help our Residents Celebrate the Corning of Fall with a Scarecrow Invasion! Starting September 1st we would like to […]

Highland Crossing Block Party

Highland Crossing 585 Highland Crossing, Ellijay, United States

Hey everyone!! Come and join us for the second annual block party, Halloween Trick or Treat. There will be candy, […]

Halloween Trick-or-Treat Teal Pumpkin Project

Highland Crossing 585 Highland Crossing, Ellijay, United States

Ghouls and Boos, are you ready for this year's Halloween Trick-or-Treat? We are, and we're excited to see everyone. Come […]

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Fall Festival at First Baptist Church

First Baptist Church of Ellijay 164 Dalton St, Ellijay, GA, United States

Free entry to this family-friendly event!  Event will take place outside in our back and side parking lots, and food […]