Step into the enchanting world of Light Up Blue Ridge, an annual Thanksgiving Weekend event where the town comes alive with free activities, live entertainment, a parade and tree lighting! Festivities begin with Blue Friday on November 28th and culminate with the lighting of the Great Tree on Saturday the 29th. Get your holiday shopping […]
Read More »Cranberry Jell-O Salad
This cranberry Jell-O salad will add a bright and fruity burst of nostalgic color to any Thanksgiving table. According to many members of the Allrecipes community, even the pickiest eaters will request it year after year. You need just five — count ’em, five — ingredients to make this cranberry Jell-O salad: Water: Before you […]
Read More »HOMEWARD BOUND PET RESCUE’S PET OF WEEK: TIPPY & BEAN
HOMEWARD BOUND PET RESCUE’S PET OF WEEK Meet Tippy and Bean, sisters from a litter of 7; 6 girls and 1 boy who are ready for adoption. They were found abandoned in Ellijay and taken in by a foster family who helped get them through the trauma of abandonment. The pups are 17 weeks old; […]
Read More »Lighting of the Historic Square
On Friday, Nov. 28th, the magic and charm of Christmas in Dahlonega begins with live holiday music from the Visitor Center balcony. The Lighting of the Historic Square and Tree will occur at 6:00pm! Lights and decorations remain thru January 6th Expect traffic delays – Road closures and detours begin at 3:30pm. Roads reopen at […]
Read More »Veterans Day Celebration
Veterans Day Celebration Dates: November 8, 2025 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM Join us as we honor our veterans and their families! 🇺🇸 📍 Location: Hancock Park📅 When: Immediately following the Dahlonega Veterans Day Parade Enjoy an afternoon of live music by the Tom Shandy Band, delicious food, and fun activities for kids. Bring the […]
Read More »Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
This top-rated peanut butter cookie recipe is decadence incarnate. Mini peanut butter cups are pressed into freshly baked homemade peanut butter cookies, resulting in an indulgent dessert that nobody will be able to resist. Ingredients 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking soda ½ cup butter, softened ½ cup white sugar […]
Read More »BLUE RIDGE SCENIC RAILWAY CHRISTMAS EXPRESS
Join us for a festive 1-hour train ride on our Holiday Express. Here, you will get to listen to holiday music and “The Night Before Christmas” story. Children will receive a Blue Ridge Scenic Railway jingle bell, candy cane, and a chance to see Santa Claus. You can enjoy delicious hot chocolate and other snacks […]
Read More »Mini Croissant Crust Pecan Pies
Fresh store-bought croissants are the secret to these simple individual pecan pies. You’ll fill muffin cups with the croissants and then spoon in the sweet pecan-pie filling. “The croissants bake up into a crisp, flaky, buttery crust with a baklava-like texture,” says Chef John. “Serve topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or just […]
Read More »HOMEWARD BOUND PET RESCUE’S PET OF WEEK: LUCEA
HOMEWARD BOUND PET RESCUE’S PET OF WEEK From those warm brown eyes to the graying muzzle to her bodacious underbite, what’s not to love? Meet Lucea, an almost 9 year old girl who has had a bumpy ride in her not so recent past. Her last owner rescued her from another shelter somewhere in Georgia […]
Read More »Roo Mountain Vineyards’ Halloween Dance Party
Get ready for a spine-tingling evening at Roo Mountain Vineyards’ Halloween Dance Party! Join us on Friday, October 31st, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM for a night of eerie enchantment nestled in the scenic foothills of Ellijay, Georgia. For just $10, you’ll gain entry to a hauntingly delightful celebration, with all proceeds benefiting the […]
Read More »Blairsville Boo Bash
All ghouls, goblins, and princesses are invited to a spooktacular night of trick-or-treating at Meeks Park. Dress in your best costume and compete for prizes in several age groups. Food trucks will have food available if you wish to enjoy at the park or take home after the festivities. A big thank you to all […]
Read More »HOMEWARD BOUND PET RESCUE’S PET OF WEEK: MAGALIE
HOMEWARD BOUND PET RESCUE’S PET OF WEEK How does one describe a pup so sweet that you just want to scoop her up and run away with her? Meet Magalie, a 12-years young terrier mix. Only a DNA test will tell us for sure. She is house trained but due to her age, she requires […]
Read More »Boo Barn
2 Nights Only! Step inside our haunted barn filled with spine-tingling surprises, eerie sights, and ghostly fun for all ages. Whether you’re here for a fright or just some spooky fall vibes, the Boo Barn is the perfect stop for a hauntingly good time! What to expect: Haunted Barn and Trail, Halloween Crafts and Pumpkin […]
Read More »CHILDREN’S GHOST TOUR OF THE DAHLONEGA SQUARE
A ghost tour made just for kids! Experience Historic Dahlonega’s spooky stories and fun history told just for children. Step into a spooky (but not too scary!) adventure made just for kids ages 5-12. Guided by a costumed storyteller, children will hear spooky and playful ghost tales mixed with fascinating, kid-friendly history as they […]
Read More »Caramel Popcorn Balls
Corn as a foodstuff dates back thousands of years, but the history of the popcorn ball is a little harder to verify. One fanciful story traces the origin story of popcorn balls to a perfect storm involving a hot Nebraska cornfield, a rain-soaked sticky sorghum field, and a tornado. What we do know for sure […]
Read More »58th Annual Mountain Moonshine Festival
That’s right – 58 years and running! One of the longest running festivals in the U.S. The Mountain Moonshine Festival reflects the history of moonshining back in the prohibition era in connection with the formation of NASCAR racing. Dawson County moonshining history is rich and is the Official Birthplace of Stockcar Racing. The Georgia Racing […]
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