Free events in Athens, GA
Upcoming free events in Athens, Georgia, with event dates, venues, and details.
Let's Play Games Grand Opening Event!
Saturday, October 3 at 12:00 PM · Let's Play Games · Free
We are excited to announce our grand opening on October 3rd! We will have give-aways, prizes, character visits, and more! Join us from 12 to 2 to celebrate with us on creating a…
Event details1800s Athens
Sunday, October 4 at 2:00 PM · Historic Athens Welcome Center · Free
Learn about life in 19th-century Athens, Georgia during this free living history program at the Historic Athens Welcome Center! Historic demonstrations, live music, and learning…
Event detailsAthens Academy Sunday Tours
Sunday, October 4 at 2:30 PM · Harrison Center at Athens Academy · Free
Families considering Athens Academy can take a casual campus tour, with start times at 2:30 and 3:30 PM.
Event detailsBoston Brass & Turtle Island Quartet
Monday, October 19 at 7:30 PM · Hodgson Concert Hall · Free
Boston Brass and Turtle Island Quartet reimagine music inspired by Romeo and Juliet in this free ticketed chamber concert at UGA.
Event detailsTrick or Treat at Athens Academy
Friday, October 23 at 5:30 PM · Athens Academy Track · Free
Join Athens Academy for a free community trick-or-treat event on the school’s track. The event is open to all ages, and children must remain supervised by an adult at all times.
Event detailsTreats on the Trail
Saturday, October 31 at 6:00 PM · Downtown Winterville · Free
Treats on the Trail is back! Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 31 and join us for a family-friendly Halloween event along the Firefly Trail in Winterville! 20+ organizat…
Event details1800s Athens
Sunday, November 8 at 2:00 PM · Historic Athens Welcome Center · Free
Learn about life in 19th-century Athens, Georgia during this free living history program at the Historic Athens Welcome Center! Historic demonstrations, live music, and learning…
Event detailsAthens Academy Open House
Thursday, November 12 at 8:30 AM · Myers Gallery at Athens Academy · Free
Meet Athens Academy faculty, hear from current parents and students, and take an individualized campus tour.
Event details12th Annual Athens Academy Holiday Market: Preview Night
Wednesday, November 18 at 4:00 PM · Sinkwich Spartan Center at Athens Academy · Free
Preview the Athens Academy Holiday Market and enter a raffle featuring items donated by participating vendors.
Event details12th Annual Athens Academy Holiday Market: Sale Day
Thursday, November 19 at 8:00 AM · Sinkwich Spartan Center at Athens Academy · Free
Shop handmade goods from more than 85 Southeast vendors during the full-day Athens Academy Holiday Market.
Event detailsRabun Festival of Trees by NGAG
Friday, November 27 at 10:00 AM · Rabun County Civic Center · Free
The North Georgia Arts Guild is the recipient of hosting the Rabun Festival of Trees held Friday, Nov. 27-28, 2026 from 10AM-5PM (Sunday til 4PM)) at the Rabun County Civic Cent…
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