There's Always Something Happening Downtown!
Mother's Day Sweepstakes
April 28- May 4
Register your Mother at one or more of the participating Downtown Gainesville businesses for a chance to win a fabulous collection of Mother’s Day gifts!
Spring Chicken Festival
Parade, Chicken Cook-off, Kid's Zone, & More!
April 30, 2011
Location: Downtown Gainesville
The Spring Chicken Festival is recognized by the Georgia State Senate as the “official chicken cook off” for the state, this festival boasts over 3,000 pounds of chicken donated by our local poultry industry to be judged by professional and celebrity judges. Adults-$8, Kids under 10- $5, 5 & under- FREE!
Blue Sky Concerts
Wednesdays at noon in May
Come to the Downtown Gainesville Square and enjoy blue skies with local and regional artists during a lunchtime concerts series. Buy a lunch provided by a vendor or any downtown restaurant or bring a blanket and a picnic lunch. FREE Reusable Water Bottles to First 25 people at each concert!
May 4: Steve Bryson Band, Country
May 11: Craver, Classic Rock
May 18: Monica Spears, Contemporary Jazz
May 25: Kurt Scobie, Piano Rock
Cinco de Mayo on the Square
May 5, 5-10 pm
Join the shops & restaurants as we celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Downtown Gainesville! Shop, dine, & enjoy the art walk & live music in the Square!
Evenings of Intimate Jazz
May 13, 8 pm
The A-rts Council Smithgall Arts Center presents Steve Cunningham Trio with small tables, candle light, and the smooth sound of jazz create the perfect atmosphere for one of The Arts Council's most loved series.
Steve Cunningham began playing guitar at age 14, where he was influenced by such diverse artists as Led Zeppelin, Pat Metheny, Yes, and the Brecker Brothers, as well as classical and bluegrass music. After years of playing and touring with various rock, country, and Top 40/dance bands, including his own original instrumental rock trio "The Value of X", Steve released his first solo CD, "Travels", in 1995. Featuring blazing, yet tasteful electric, acoustic, and slide guitar playing, "Travels" still enjoys steady sales, as well as daily airplay on national radio. Later in '95, Steve relocated to Atlanta, where he began playing the lap steel, immersing himself in the styles of David Lindley, western-swing great Tom Morrell, and Sacred Steel player Aubrey Ghent.
Old Friends Classic Car Show
May 14, 9am- 5pm
Butterfly Release
May 15
Butterflies Galore! Food, Fun and More!
Be a part of the community tradition when 1,500 painted lady butterflies take flight for the first time to the delight of hundreds of children, both young and old.
Brenau Barbecue Championship
May 19-21
Brenau University presents the 3rd annual Brenau Barbecue Championship. Kick-off summer by enjoying a unique style of Barbecue prepared by locals and professionals from across the country. This is a Memphis Barbecue sanctioned event and includes music concerts and fun zones for families.
Historic Downtown Gainesville Farmers Market
Every Friday, Starting June 3, 2:30pm to 6:30pm
Farmers Market On the Gainesville Square
Summer MusicFest
August
The Summer MusicFest consists of able decorating, dinner under the stars, and a night filled with fabulous music...that is what The Arts Council's Summer MusicFest™ is all about.
Art in the Square
September 17
Located in Downtown Gainesville, Art in the Square is a festival that has opportunities for the entire family to experience and celebrate fine art from local and regional artists.
Mule Camp Market
October 7-9
Located in Downtown Gainesville, this rich Appalachian festival is hosted by The Gainesville Jaycees. At the foothills of the North Georgia Mountains this festival showcases various mountain arts and crafts while families enjoy mule rides, live music, great food and other activities.
Blue Sky Concerts
Wednesdays at Noon in October
Come to the Downtown Gainesville Square and enjoy blue skies with local and regional artists during a lunchtime concerts series. Buy a lunch provided by a vendor or any downtown restaurant or bring a blanket and a picnic lunch.
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