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• Nov 5 @ 8:00 AM - Nov 8 @ 5:00 PM EST | Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds

  TCT Gathering of the Times 2026

  A Tin Can Tourists vintage-trailer rally at Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, with campground activities and a concurrent car show. Participation requires TCT membership; open to vi...

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• Nov 7 @ 12:00 AM - Nov 8 @ 12:00 AM EST | Anderson Music Hall

  The Oak Ridge Boys

  The Oak Ridge Boys VIP tickets offered by PremiumSeatsUSA.com. Also offering, The Oak Ridge Boys VIP Packages, The Oak Ridge Boys VIP travel packages and the The Oak Ridge Boys...

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• Nov 7 @ 8:00 AM - Nov 8 @ 4:00 PM EST | Tallulah Gorge State Park

  Whitewater Boating Weekends

  Come watch world-class kayakers navigate the Tallulah River through Tallulah Gorge. Georgia Power releases extra water over Tallulah Dam; kayakers can be viewed from the North a...

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• Nov 8 @ 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST | Various locations in Clayton and surrounding counties

  Northeast Georgia Arts Tour

  Self-guided arts tour featuring regional artists, galleries, studios, and cultural venues in Clayton and surrounding Northeast Georgia counties.

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• Nov 8 @ 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST | Tallulah Gorge State Park

  Whitewater Watch Hike

  Watch the bi-annual kayaking event up close from the splash zone. The hike is highly strenuous and technical, involving approximately 800 feet of elevation on rocky inclines ran...

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• Nov 8 @ 1:00 PM EST | Tara Theatre, 2345 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE, Atlanta, GA, United States

  Filmed @ Hambidge 2026 Premiere

  Hambidge is set to premiere the fourth year of FILMED @ Hambidge, a collaborative project pairing filmmakers with artists across disciplines to capture the creative process on f...

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• Nov 8 @ 2:30 PM EST | Tallulah Falls Middle School

  6th Annual Fidelis Militus Obstacle 5K

  A scenic and challenging obstacle-style 5K at Tallulah Falls Middle School. Check-in is from 1:00 PM to 2:15 PM and the run begins at 2:30 PM. Obstacles are optional, close-toed...

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• Nov 9 @ 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST | Foxfire Village Museum & Mercantile

  Face Jug Pottery

  Hands-on class exploring the history and creation of a traditional Appalachian-style face jug. Participants learn about the cultural history of face jugs while creating their ow...

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• Nov 10 @ 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EST | Macon County Public Library

  MCPL: Chess Club for Kids - Open Play

  Drop-in session for kids to practice playing chess.

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• Nov 10 @ 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EST | 149 Siler Farm Rd., Franklin, NC 28734

  November Kids Chess Club

  Chess club for ages 8-12

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• Multiple Dates | Lulu and Tully's Mercantile

  Paint at the Table: Creative Table + Lulu and Tully's

  4 weeks of Tuesdays* to create an acrylic painting in which YOU choose the subject. Prepared with multiple photo references, you will work through composition, roughing in, and...

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• Multiple Dates | Moonrise Distillery

  Line Dance Instruction and Pub Game Night

  ​Fun evening of line dancing and instruction for those interested in having fun and learning new dances. For those more interested in pub games you can enjoy darts, shuffleboard...

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• Nov 11 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST | Downtown

  Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony

  The Town of Franklin’s Veterans Day parade leaves Franklin Town Hall at 10:30 a.m. and travels to the Gazebo on the Square, followed by an 11:00 a.m. ceremony with a guest speak...

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• Multiple Dates | Foxfire Village Museum & Mercantile

  Traditional Handbuilding Pottery Methods

  Hands-on pottery class led by Georgann Lanich covering three pre-wheel pottery methods. Participants create multiple pieces, with an optional holiday tree and ornament focus. Th...

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• Multiple Dates | Foxfire Village Museum & Mercantile

  Traditional Handbuilding Pottery Methods

  Hands-on pottery class led by Georgann Lanich covering three pre-wheel pottery methods. Participants create multiple pieces, with an optional holiday tree and ornament focus. Th...

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• Nov 12 @ 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST | Bivins and Jones Art Gallery at Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School

  Art Exhibition Opening - November 12

  Opening reception for the fall art exhibition “Field Notes,” featuring paintings by Chris Bell and guest ceramicists Ester Lipscomb and Frank Vickery. Free and open to the public.

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• Nov 12 @ 7:00 PM EST | Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

  Finding Nemo — Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts Tickets

  Finding Nemo Venue: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts Performers: Finding Nemo Event date: 2026-11-13T19:00:00 Location: Franklin, North Carolina, US Available ticke...

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• Nov 13 @ 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM EST | Tallulah Gorge State Park

  A Very Victorian Thanksgiving

  Meet a Victorian-dressed naturalist at the Interpretive Center for a talk about Victorian Thanksgiving traditions and an accompanying craft.

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• Nov 13 @ 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST | Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

  Finding Nemo- The Musical! Live On Stage!

  Finding Nemo- The Musical! Live On Stage! Finding Nemo follows Marlin, an anxious and over-protective father clownfish who lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his adventurous a...

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• Nov 13 @ 2:00 PM EST | Black Rock Mountain State Park

  Ask the Naturalist

  The Park Naturalist will be at the campground Trading Post to answer questions about the park and share favorite sites and experiences. Guests can also touch and explore the par...

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• Nov 13 @ 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM EST | Tallulah Gorge State Park

  Tallulah Tour and Tea

  Walk along the North Rim Trail while learning about Tallulah's Victorian history, then attend a candlelit tea party as the sun sets. RSVP required. Admission is $15 plus the par...

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• Nov 13 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST | Marina Station

  Southern Vantage LIVE at Marina Station

  Live music from Southern Vantage at Marina Station.

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• Nov 13 @ 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM EST | 186 Playhouse Dr., Clayton, GA, United States, Georgia 30562, 186 Playhouse Dr, Clayton, GA 30525-3583, United States

  Mountain Regency Dance Society

  English Country Dancing for Teens & Young Adults! Step back in time and discover the beauty, joy, and fellowship of English country dancing with the Mountain Regency Dance S...

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• Multiple Dates | Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

  Finding Nemo- The Musical! Live On Stage!

  Family-friendly musical adaptation of Finding Nemo, presented by the Overlook Theatre Company.

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• Multiple Dates | Macon County Farmers Market

  Farmers Market Sessions

  3 sessions to choose from while you shop small and local!

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• Nov 14 @ 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM EST | Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center

  Mini Poplar Bark Basketmaking for Christmas Ornaments

  Beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop with Andrew Lee of The Primitive Arts. Participants learn an Appalachian bark-basket tradition and make a miniature folded poplar-bark baske...

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• Nov 14 @ 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM EST | Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center

  Mini Poplar Bark Basketmaking for Christmas Ornaments

  Beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop with Andrew Lee of The Primitive Arts. Participants learn an Appalachian bark-basket tradition and make a miniature folded poplar-bark baske...

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• Nov 14 @ 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST | Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center

  Forging Fundamentals

  Beginner-friendly, hands-on blacksmithing class with John Scroggin at the Foxfire forge. Participants learn to use fire, hammer, and anvil to create an Appalachian-inspired piec...

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• Nov 14 @ 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST | Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center

  Basic Woodcarving

  Hands-on woodcarving class with heritage skills expert Brian Ledford. Participants learn carving methods, create wooden folk art, and receive a carving knife and cut-proof glove...

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• Nov 14 @ 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST | Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center

  Basic Woodcarving

  Hands-on woodcarving class with heritage skills expert Brian Ledford. Participants learn carving methods, create wooden folk art, and receive a carving knife and cut-proof glove...

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• Nov 14 @ 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST | Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center

  Basic Woodcarving

  Hands-on woodcarving class with heritage skills expert Brian Ledford. Participants learn carving methods, create wooden folk art, and receive a carving knife and cut-proof glove...

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• Nov 14 @ 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST | Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center

  Forging Fundamentals

  Beginner-friendly, hands-on blacksmithing class with John Scroggin at the Foxfire forge. Participants learn to use fire, hammer, and anvil to create an Appalachian-inspired piec...

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• Nov 14 @ 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST | Countryside Chevrolet

  Toys for Tots Cruise-In

  Countryside Chevrolet, along with Macon County Elves, hosts the annual Toys for Tots Cruise-In and Fundraiser. Free and open to the public.

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• Nov 14 @ 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM EST | The Hambidge Center

  Hambidge Ceramics Gallery Sale

  Stop by the Hambidge campus for a special gallery sale featuring handmade functional and decorative ceramics and Hambidge merchandise. All ceramics are 10% off. Resident artist...

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• Nov 14 @ 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM EST | Rabun Arena

  Triple H Youth Rodeo

  The Triple H Youth Rodeo series comes to Rabun Arena in Tiger, with young riders competing throughout the day.

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• Nov 14 @ 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM EST | Rabun Arena

  Triple H Youth Rodeo at Rabun Arena

  The Triple H Youth Rodeo series comes to Rabun Arena in Tiger, with young riders competing throughout the day. The day runs 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

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• Nov 14 @ 10:00 AM EST | Black Rock Mountain State Park

  Nature Journaling at the Overlook

  Join the Park Naturalist for a nature-journaling session at the Overlook. The program introduces nature journaling, observation prompts, and art mediums including watercolor, pe...

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• Nov 14 @ 10:00 AM EST | Macon County Community Building

  WNC Collectacon

  A gathering for sports fans, Pokémon trainers, and card collectors, with vendors and opportunities to buy, sell, trade, and collect sports cards, trading card game cards, Pokémo...

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• Nov 14 @ 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM EST | FROGs

  Live Music at FROGs Barry Roma

  Froq Quarters on the Greenway features local musicians just about every Saturday during the season. Come enjoy the local talent from 11AM to 1PM.

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• Nov 14 @ 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST | 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Drive, Tallulah Falls, GA, United States, Georgia 30573, 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Dr, Tallulah Falls, GA 30573, United States

  Whitewater Watch Hike

  Watch this bi-annual kayaking event up-close from the splash zone! The hike is considered highly strenuous and technical as you will be traversing 800 feet of elevation up and d...

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• Nov 14 @ 12:00 PM - Nov 15 @ 4:30 PM EST | Habersham Mills

  Art Exhibition - Happening at the Mill - UCHI DE: Within

  ​“Uchi De: Within”, an exhibition at @habershammills Nov. 14-15, 2026 will feature original art by @marialovelessart , @thecarvingstudio , Laurence Holden, @craig_burkhalter , @...

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• Multiple Dates | Macon County Farmers Market

  Better Breathers MeetUp

  Breathe easy again with ongoing support in this community meetup! Better breath = better life!

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• Multiple Dates | 3085 Black Rock Mountain Parkway, Mountain City, GA, 3085 Black Rock Mountain Pkwy, Clayton, GA 30525-3585, United States

  Nature Crafternoons

  Join us at the Mellinger Center every Saturday Afternoon from 2-330pm for a fun, nature themed craft. This month is Bird Themed. Or bring a craft you're already working on and s...

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• Nov 14 @ 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM EST | 149 Siler Farm Road, Franklin, NC 28734

  Let's Get Japanesee! Iaido demonstration & Onigiri action

  Experience Japanese culture, learn something new, and enjoy making onigiri together.

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• Nov 14 @ 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM EST | The Hambidge Center

  2ND SATURDAY: Artist Talks

  Meet Hambidge residents and gain insight into their creative processes. Participants gather at the Antinori Commons, move around campus for studio visits or presentations, and a...

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• Nov 14 @ 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM EST | 1288 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC 28734

  Second Chance Prom

  Get ready to dance the night away and relive your prom memories at the epic Second Chance Prom!

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• Nov 14 @ 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM EST | Hiawassee Town Square

  Light Up Hiawassee - Free Outdoor Screening of The Polar Express and Elf

  A family holiday evening on Hiawassee Town Square with free photos with Santa, decorating the square, and an outdoor double feature of The Polar Express and Elf.

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• Nov 14 @ 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM EST | Brasstown Bald

  Gazers of the Galaxy at Brasstown Bald

  An astronomy evening at Georgia's highest point with the Atlanta Astronomy Club. Participants can learn about the night sky and use high-powered telescopes. The event page state...

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• Nov 14 @ 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM EST | Brews and Cues

  Voodoo Tramps at Brews And Cues in Franklin NC

  Voodoo Tramps return to Brews & Cues in Franklin, NC.

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• Nov 15 @ 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST | 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Drive, Tallulah Falls, GA, United States, Georgia 30573, 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Dr, Tallulah Falls, GA 30573, United States

  Whitewater Watch Hike

  Watch this bi-annual kayaking event up-close from the splash zone! The hike is considered highly strenuous and technical as you will be traversing 800 feet of elevation up and d...

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• Nov 16 @ 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM EST | 149 Siler Farm Road, Franklin, NC 28734

  Turkey Escape STEM Challenge

  Build an escape method for a turkey!

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• Nov 17 @ 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM EST | 149 Siler Farm Road, Franklin, NC 28734

  Kids Art with the Bascom - November

  Children's art with the Bascom.

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• Nov 18 @ 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM EST | 149 Siler Farm Road, Franklin, NC 28734

  November Kids Crafting Club

  Crafting club for kids.

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• Nov 18 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST | Sky Valley Country Club

  Bluejazz Sky Valley Christmas Party

  A holiday music event presented by Bluejazz at Sky Valley Country Club.

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• Nov 19 @ 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST | Julep Kitchen at Julep Farms

  November Mahjong Group Play

  Mahjong group play at Julep Farms with lunch, a beverage, and petite dessert. Participants should bring their own Mahjong tiles and mats and have a working knowledge of the game...

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• Nov 19 @ 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM EST | Macon County Public Library

  MCPL: Winter Birds with Mainspring Conservation Trust

  Nature program focused on winter birds, presented with Mainspring Conservation Trust.

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• Nov 19 @ 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM EST | Cornelia Public Library

  Knitting Class

  Beginners welcome!

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• Nov 19 @ 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM EST | Macon County Public Library

  Old Tyme Contra & Community Dance of Macon County, NC

  We dance from March to November: Third Thursday evening of the month at the Macon County Public Library: lesson at 6:30, dance 7-9pm. Third Sunday afternoon of the month at Cowe...

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• Nov 19 @ 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM EST | Macon County Public Library

  Community Contra Dance of Franklin

  Community contra dance with Dittyville providing the band and Seth Tepfer serving as caller.

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• Nov 19 @ 7:00 PM EST | Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

  Sidewalk Prophets Great Big Family Christmas

  Holiday concert featuring Sidewalk Prophets’ hits, original Christmas songs, and classic holiday favorites, with charitable donations supporting a local person or family in need.

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• Multiple Dates | Rabun County Arena

  Southeast Regional Championship Series

  A spectator-friendly equestrian drill-team competition featuring synchronized routines choreographed to music, with divisions ranging from beginning to advanced. Spectators are...

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• Nov 20 @ 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM EST | Black Rock Mountain State Park

  Storybook Walk at the Lake

  Enjoy a nature-themed story followed by a themed walk around the lake. The event is designed for families with children ages 3-9 and anyone who enjoys read-aloud stories. The No...

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• Nov 20 @ 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM EST | Tallulah Gorge State Park

  Snake Show

  Meet some of Tallulah Gorge's snakes and learn about their habitats, diets, and appearances. Visitors may have the opportunity to touch them.

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• Nov 20 @ 2:00 PM - Nov 21 @ 12:00 AM EST | Rabun Arena

  South East Mounted Drill Team Association

  Mounted Drill Team

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• Nov 20 @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST | Tallulah Gorge State Park

  Fall Movie Night

  Meet at the picnic shelter for an outdoor movie night. Free popcorn is available, and candy is offered for purchase. The movie title will be announced on the park's Facebook page.

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• Nov 20 @ 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM EST | Mountain City Playhouse

  Mountain City Contra Dance

  An all-ages contra dance with a 6:30 PM introductory lesson followed by dancing from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Live music is provided, no experience or partner is required, and a suggest...

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• Nov 21 @ 12:00 AM EST | Tallulah Gorge State Park

  Tallulah Race 2026

  A Class IV/V downriver race through Tallulah Falls State Park, held during the last scheduled dam-release weekend of the year. Racers launch from the wooden ramp, paddle through...

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• Nov 21 @ 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST | Cornelia Historic Train Depot

  Turkey Trot 5k: Round 3

  A family-oriented 5K in downtown Cornelia with local businesses, free activities, warm-up routines, and the return of Splintz the Turkey. The event is brought to you by Be Someo...

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• Multiple Dates | Rabun County Arena

  Southeast Regional Championship Series: Mounted Drill Team

  Spectator-friendly equestrian drill-team competition featuring synchronized routines choreographed to music, with divisions ranging from beginning to advanced. Spectators are we...

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• Nov 21 @ 9:00 AM EST | The Hub

  Kiwanis Turkey Trot 5K

  A downtown Cornelia 5K run with race-day registration available. The race begins at 9:00 AM and awards take place at 10:00 AM. A virtual option is also listed.

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• Nov 21 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST | Black Rock Mountain State Park

  Mindful Lake Walk

  Join the Park Naturalist for a relaxing and mindful walk around Black Rock Lake. No mindfulness experience is required. Meet at the lake dock for a quiet stroll and time to reco...

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• Nov 21 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST | Foxfire Village Museum and Mercantile — Warwoman Cabin

  Woodstove Cookery Basics

  Learn old-fashioned woodstove cooking techniques with Tommy Waldrop in Foxfire’s historic Warwoman cabin and enjoy a hearty breakfast prepared on the stove. Museum admission is...

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• Nov 21 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST | Foxfire Village Museum and Mercantile — Warwoman Cabin

  Woodstove Cookery Basics

  Learn old-fashioned woodstove cooking techniques with Tommy Waldrop in Foxfire’s historic Warwoman cabin and enjoy a hearty breakfast prepared on the stove. Museum admission is...

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• Nov 21 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST | 98 Foxfire Lane , Mountain City, GA, United States, Georgia 30562, 77 Stage Coach Dr, Clayton, GA 30525-4204, United States

  Woodstove Cookery with Tommy Waldrop

  Here’s your chance to learn the basics in our Woodstove Cookery class with longtime Foxfire friend Tommy Waldrop! Held inside our historic Warwoman cabin, Tommy will guide you t...

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• Nov 21 @ 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EST | Tallulah Gorge State Park

  Beginner Archery

  Try archery or brush up on your skills. Participants must be able to draw a 20-pound bow. Meet at the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center; advance registration is required becaus...

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• Nov 21 @ 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM EST | FROGs

  Live Music at FROGs Jim Corbett

  Froq Quarters on the Greenway features local musicians just about every Saturday during the season. Come enjoy the local talent from 11AM to 1PM.

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• Nov 21 @ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST | Lulu and Tully's Mercantile

  Bark Basketry with Andrew Lee

  Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into the ancient art of folded bark basketry! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how traditional cultures used tree bark to creat...

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• Nov 21 @ 2:00 PM EST | Currahee Brewing Company

  Ray Ferrara

  Live music at Currahee Brewing Company in downtown Clayton.

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• Nov 21 @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST | 33 Pine Ridge Drive, Franklin, NC 28734-0450

  EQ Social Activity

  EQ Social Activity

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• Multiple Dates | 3266 Old Cornelia Highway, Gainesville, GA 30507

  FULL SERVICE K9 HANDLER COURSE — November 23, 2026

  Ready to level up your K9 handling skills? Join us for the full service course and become a pro dog handler!

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• Multiple Dates | 3266 Old Cornelia Highway, Gainesville, GA 30507

  Single Purpose K9 Handler Course - NOVEMBER 23, 2026

  Get ready to master the skills needed to handle K9s like a pro in this hands-on course.

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• Nov 24 @ 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM EST | Macon County Public Library

  MCPL: Day of Building

  MCPL: Day of Building

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• Nov 25 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST | Black Rock Mountain State Park

  Opt Outside Hike to Tennessee Rock

  Join Park Naturalist Christina for a 2.2-mile hike to Tennessee Rock, the highest point in the park. The trail is considered easy to moderate and includes approximately 400 feet...

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• Nov 25 @ 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST | The Oaks Lakeside Kitchen

  Wine Wednesday at The Oaks Lakeside Kitchen

  Weekly lakeside wine special featuring $7 glasses of house wine, half-price select bottles, bar snacks, and the full menu.

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• Nov 25 @ 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST | Slanted Window Tasting Station

  Bluejazz Slanted Window

  Bluejazz Slanted Window

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• Nov 25 @ 6:35 PM - 8:05 PM EST | Tallulah Gorge State Park

  Full Moon Hike

  Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge. Admission is $10 per person plus the parking fee.

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• Nov 26 @ 12:00 AM - Dec 31 @ 12:00 AM EST | Cornelia City Park

  Christmas in the Park Light Extravaganza

  A free drive-through holiday light display at Cornelia City Park. The 2026 display welcomes visitors from Thanksgiving night through New Year's Eve; donations are appreciated.

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• Nov 26 @ 12:00 AM - Dec 31 @ 12:00 AM EST | Cornelia City Park

  Christmas in the Park Light Extravaganza

  A free drive-through holiday light display at Cornelia City Park. The 2026 display welcomes visitors from Thanksgiving night through New Year's Eve; donations are appreciated.

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• Nov 26 @ 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM EST | Tassee Shelter

  Cold Turkey 5k

  Franklin’s annual Thanksgiving Day 5K and Little Turkeys Fun Run/Walk benefiting Special Olympics of Macon County.

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• Nov 26 @ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST | Tassee Shelter

  Cold Turkey 5K and Little Turkeys Fun! Run/Walk

  Franklin's annual Thanksgiving Day Cold Turkey 5K and Little Turkeys FUN! Run/Walk. The event is open to all ages and includes a children's fun run. The Little Turkeys FUN! Run/...

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• Nov 26 @ 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM EST | The Oaks Lakeside Kitchen

  Thanksgiving Brunch at The Oaks Lakeside Kitchen

  A North Georgia Thanksgiving Day buffet featuring soups and salads, carved prime rib, roasted turkey, ham, seasonal sides, and assorted holiday desserts.

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• Nov 26 @ 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM EST | Julep Kitchen

  THANKSGIVING 2026

  A 5th Annual Thanksgiving gourmet buffet at Julep Farms featuring sage and brown butter turkey, smoked prime rib, poached salmon, seasonal vegetables, and desserts. Reservations...

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• Nov 26 @ 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM EST | The Vandiver

  Thanksgiving at The Vandiver

  A Thanksgiving meal at The Vandiver in downtown Clayton. Reservations are encouraged because seating is limited.

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• Nov 26 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST | Georgia Mountain Fair

  Mountain Country Christmas in Lights

  A family holiday light show at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds featuring Christmas music, arts and crafts vendors, holiday food, hot chocolate, photo opportunities, train rides...

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• Nov 26 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST | Georgia Mountain Fair

  Mountain Country Christmas in Lights

  A family holiday light show at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds featuring Christmas music, arts and crafts vendors, holiday food, hot chocolate, photo opportunities, train rides...

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• Nov 27 @ 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM EST | Tallulah Gorge State Park

  Black Friday Hike

  Skip the crowds and hike with a ranger along the 1.5-mile Inspiration Loop Trail. Admission is $5 plus the parking fee.

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• Nov 27 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST | Black Rock Mountain State Park

  Bird Habitat Scavenger Hunt

  Take a relaxing hike around Black Rock Lake in search of objects birds need to make the lake their home. Scavenger hunt sheets are available in English and Spanish, with beginne...

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• Nov 27 @ 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST | Bleu Canoe, 120 Sweetwater Cir, Clarkesville, GA 30523, United States

  Bleu Canoe Holiday Art Market

  FREE Event. After a day of feasting, get outside, stretch your legs and get some shopping done. Bar opens at 10am (food 11am) So grab a coffee, bloody mary or mimosa, then sip a...

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• Nov 27 @ 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST | Rabun County Civic Center

  Rabun Festival of Trees and Artisan Showcase

  A holiday festival featuring decorated Christmas trees, a tree auction, a bake sale, lunch items, and juried artisans offering holiday gifts, arts, and crafts. Admission is free.

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• Nov 27 @ 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST | Robert Carpenter Activities Center

  Hard Candy Christmas Arts & Crafts

  The 39th Annual Hard Candy Christmas arts and crafts show features regional artisans, handcrafted art and crafts, mountain wreaths, concessions, live music, demonstrations, and...

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