From hometown traditions in Habersham County to mountain festivals and downtown celebrations across the region, here’s your county-by-county guide to spring festivals and events. Know of one we missed? Send it our way.
Habersham County
- Old Clarkesville Spring Market
Location: Habersham County Fairgrounds
Date: March 28, 2026
A large vendor market featuring handmade goods, crafts, food trucks and family-friendly activities. - Mountain Laurel Festival
Location: Downtown Clarkesville
Date: May 16, 2026
One of Northeast Georgia’s longest-running festivals, with a parade, live music, arts and crafts vendors and the popular duck race.
White County
- Alpine Helen Songwriters Festival
Location: Helen
Date: April 24–26, 2026
A weekend of live performances from songwriters across multiple venues in Helen. - BavarianFest
Location: Helen Festhalle
Date: May 23, 2026
A German-style spring festival with beer, music, dancing and traditional food.
Clayton will play host to the Of These Mountains Spring Marketplace May 9. (photo submitted)
Rabun County
- Of These Mountains Spring Marketplace
Location: Clayton
Date: May 9, 2026
A curated artisan market showcasing regional makers, food vendors and live entertainment.
Stephens County
- Discover Toccoa: A Celebration of Art & Culture
Location: Downtown Toccoa
Date: May 2, 2026
Toccoa’s largest spring festival featuring artists, performers, food vendors and family activities.
Franklin County
- Lavonia Spring Festival
Location: Downtown Lavonia
Date: April 11, 2026
A classic small-town festival with vendors, live entertainment and activities throughout downtown.
Hart County
- Cars & Guitars Festival
Location: Downtown Hartwell
Date: May 23, 2026
A popular annual event featuring classic cars, live music, vendors and family-friendly activities.
Hall County
- Hall County Master Gardeners Spring Expo
Location: Chicopee Woods Agricultural Center
Date: April 3–4, 2026
A popular annual expo focused on gardening, plants and landscaping with vendors and demonstrations. - Buford Spring Festival
Location: Buford
Date: April 18, 2026
A regional festival with crafts, food vendors and family-friendly entertainment.
Lumpkin County
- Bear on the Square Mountain Festival
Location: Downtown Dahlonega
Date: April 17–19, 2026
A nationally recognized festival celebrating Appalachian music, art and culture. - Dahlonega Arts & Wine Festival
Location: Dahlonega
Date: May 16–17, 2026
Combines fine art, local wine tastings and live music in the heart of Dahlonega.
Forsyth County
- Dog Dayz of Spring
Location: Cumming City Center
Date: March 28, 2026
A pet-friendly event with vendors, activities and entertainment. - Sips of Summer Fest
Location: Cumming City Center
Date: May 30, 2026
A food and beverage festival featuring tastings, music and vendors.
Clarke County
- UGA International Street Festival
Location: Athens
Date: April 18, 2026
A multicultural celebration with international food, performances and exhibits. - Normaltown Music Festival
Location: Athens
Date: April 11, 2026
A neighborhood music festival showcasing local and regional artists. - Athens Twilight Criterium
Location: Downtown Athens
Date: April 17-18, 2026
A high-energy cycling race and street festival that draws large crowds. - Athens Comedy Festival
Location: Athens
Date: May 1–2, 2026
A multi-day event featuring stand-up comedians and performances.
Oconee County
- Oconee Library FanFest
Location: Oconee County
Date: April 4, 2026
A pop culture and fandom event featuring activities for all ages.
Barrow County
- Barrow County Farmers Market Spring Festival
Location: Winder
Date: April 4, 2026
Kicks off the market season with vendors, food and family activities.
Elbert County
- First Fridays Concert Series (Spring kickoff)
Location: Elberton
Date: Begins May 1, 2026
Live music, food and community gatherings in downtown Elberton.
Towns County
- Georgia Mountain Storytelling Festival
Location: Hiawassee
Date: April 10–11, 2026
A celebration of storytelling with performers from across the region. - Hiawassee Highlands Wine Festival
Location: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
Date: April 25, 2026
Features regional wineries, tastings, food and live music. - Rhododendron Festival
Location: Hiawassee
Date: April–May 2026
A seasonal celebration tied to the blooming of mountain rhododendrons.
Memorial Day weekend in Blairsville will host the city’s annual spring festival. (photo submitted)
Union County
- Spring Arts, Crafts & Music Festival
Location: Downtown Blairsville
Date: May 24–25, 2026
A Memorial Day weekend tradition featuring crafts, music and demonstrations.
