North Georgia Events & Festivals
Discover festivals, arts and crafts, live music, seasonal celebrations and small-town events happening throughout North Georgia — all within easy reach of Skeenah Creek Campground & Mill.
What's Happening While You're Here?
From small-town festivals to arts, music and seasonal celebrations, there's almost always something happening somewhere in the North Georgia Mountains. We've gathered a few events worth checking out while you're staying at Skeenah to make planning your trip a little easier.
September 2026
Blue Ridge Blues & BBQ Festival
September 19, 2026 | 11:30 AM - 9 PM
Downtown Blue Ridge, GA
Enjoy a full day of live blues, award-winning BBQ, vendors, giveaways and family-friendly fun in downtown Blue Ridge.
Downtown Blue Ridge, GA
Enjoy a full day of live blues, award-winning BBQ, vendors, giveaways and family-friendly fun in downtown Blue Ridge.
56th Annual Helen Oktoberfest
September 19, 2026 | 11:30 AM - 9 PM
Downtown Blue Ridge, GA
The longest running Oktoberfest in the United States, from September 10-November 1.
Downtown Blue Ridge, GA
The longest running Oktoberfest in the United States, from September 10-November 1.
Harvest Festival
September 26, 2026 | 10 AM
Blue Ridge Methodist Church
Family-friendly local festival with carnival games, inflatables, food and activities.
Blue Ridge Methodist Church
Family-friendly local festival with carnival games, inflatables, food and activities.
Ellijay Bacon Fest
September 27, 2026 | 10 AM - 5 PM
Gilmer River Park
Bacon dishes, live music, games and bacon-eating contest.
Gilmer River Park
Bacon dishes, live music, games and bacon-eating contest.
October 2026
49TH ANNUAL INDIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL
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October 3rd & 4th, 2026 | 9 AM - 5 PM
Woody Gap School, Suches
A hometown favorite featuring local vendors, arts and crafts, food, live entertainment, and family fun—all benefiting the students of Woody Gap School
October 3rd & 4th, 2026 | 9 AM - 5 PM
Woody Gap School, Suches
A hometown favorite featuring local vendors, arts and crafts, food, live entertainment, and family fun—all benefiting the students of Woody Gap School
Cherry Log Fall Festival
October 3 - 4 & 10 - 11, 2026 | 9 AM - 5 PM
Downtown Cherry Log, GA
Arts & crafts, homemade food and live bluegrass, gospel and country music.
Downtown Cherry Log, GA
Arts & crafts, homemade food and live bluegrass, gospel and country music.
Georgia Mountain Fall Festival
October 9 - 11 & 15 - 17, 2026
Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, Hiawassee
Music, arts & crafts, fun carnival rides on the first weekend, cool attractions and a lot of mountain culture.
Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, Hiawassee
Music, arts & crafts, fun carnival rides on the first weekend, cool attractions and a lot of mountain culture.
Fall Arts in the Park - Blue Ridge
October 10 & 11, 2026
Downtown Blue Ridge, GA
Browse more than 140 artists and vendor booths featuring fine art and handcrafted goods and downtown Blue Ridge. Enjoy artist demonstrations, festival food, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities surrounded by beautiful fall scenery.
Downtown Blue Ridge, GA
Browse more than 140 artists and vendor booths featuring fine art and handcrafted goods and downtown Blue Ridge. Enjoy artist demonstrations, festival food, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities surrounded by beautiful fall scenery.
Sorghum in the Mountain Festival
October 10 - 11, & 17 - 18, 2026
Meeks Park, Blairsville, GA
Meeks Park, Blairsville, GA
Experience traditional sorghum syrup making, live mountain music, artisan vendors, and delicious local food—all set against the beautiful backdrop of Meeks Park.
55th Annual Georgia Apple Festival
October 10 - 11, & 17 - 18, 2026
Ellijay Lions Club Fairgrounds
Ellijay Lions Club Fairgrounds
One of the region's signature fall events, with hundreds of vendors, handmade crafts, demonstrations, live music and festival food.
Apple Arts Festival
October 10 - 11, & 17 - 18, 2026
Downtown Ellijay
Downtown Ellijay
Explore ares, crafts, and delicious food in Downtown Ellijay during the Apple Arts Festival, held alongside the Georgia Apple Festival. This free, pet-friendly event is also a great opportunity to browse Ellijay's local shops, boutiques and eateries.
Make Skeenah Your Home Base
Planning a trip around one of these North Georgia events? Stay at Skeenah Creek Campground & Mill and enjoy a peaceful home base in the mountains while you explore festivals, small towns and outdoor adventures nearby.
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