Events, food, & all the great ways to explore Gainesville, GA!
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Birds of a Feather- Solo exhibit by Joseph B. Thompson – Brenau University
Explore Birds of a Feather, an exhibit featuring Joseph B. Thompson’s work in dialogue with his late father William J. Thompson through sculpture.
Be the Hollow Bone: Solo exhibit by Tina Mullins – Brenau University
Explore the birds and wildlife of the Southeast through works by artist Tina Mullen alongside scientific prints from Brenau University’s Arader Collection.
Syfan Supports 5K and Fun Run – Midland Greenway
Come join Syfan Logistics for their fourth annual Syfan Supports 5K and Fun Run on Friday, July 17th at 6:15 pm! This event will take place at the Midland…
Roast Battle Atlanta – Black Strap
Experience Roast Battle League Atlanta at Blackstrap in Gainesville, GA! Watch comedians compete in a hilarious, adults-only insult comedy showdown.
Beginner Wheel Throwing & Surface Design – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Join the Quinlan for a beginner-friendly pottery class with Gracie Jeffords! Students must be 10 or older unless approved by the instructor. Unless specified,…
Beginner Wheel Throwing & Surface Design – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Join the Quinlan for a beginner-friendly pottery class with Gracie Jeffords! Students must be 10 or older unless approved by the instructor. Unless specified,…
Fall Break Camp – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
A creative and fun-filled Fall Break experience for students of all ages! Our Fall Break Camp is designed especially for K–12 students to explore their…
Homeschool Art Foundations, Ages 11–14, Session 1, Single Class Sign Up – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Join the Quinlan School of Art’s Homeschool Days Foundations Cohort for ages 11–14. Eight classes held every other Tuesday from August 4–November 10, 2026.…
Ekphrasis for the Masses – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Writing POETRY in Response to Art at the Q Second Tuesday of each month at the Quinlan 12:00 pm- 1:00 pm I Open to the Public What is Ekphrasis? The word…
Homeschool Art Foundations – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Quinlan School of Art Homeschool Days | Session One | Individual Class Foundations Cohort (Ages 6-10) | 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM Members Price: $40 per class |…
Wellness Wednesdays – The Arts Council
Join Wellness Wednesday in Gainesville, GA, for an outdoor yoga series at Smithgall Arts Center supporting brain cancer research.
Fall Fun Fest! – Dentistry for Children
Join Dentistry for Children in Gainesville, GA, for Fall Fun Fest on October 14 with pumpkin decorating, activities, prizes, free snow cones, and more!
Homeschool Day: Appalachian Folklore & Hispanic Heritage – NEGA History Center
Celebrate the final week of National Hispanic Heritage Month by exploring the shared harvest traditions of Appalachian and Hispanic cultures. Students rotate…
Collage Collective – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Please join Quinlan Visual Arts Center every Friday in June for the Collage Collective art class!
Gainesville Chicken Festival 2026 – Lake Lanier Olympic Park
Join us at Lake Lanier Olympic Park for Georgia’s Official Chicken Cook-Off! Backyard and professional BBQ teams compete at this Gainesville themed festival!…
Die Laughing Comedy – NoFo Gainesville
Enjoy live stand-up comedy at NoFo Brew Co in Gainesville, GA! Catch touring comedians, local favorites, craft beer, and plenty of laughs.
2026 SQUAREcrows – Downtown Gainesville
It’s the 12th annual SQUAREcrow take-over on the Historic Gainesville Square! Don’t miss a visit to the Historic Downtown Square during the last two weeks of…
Beginner Wheel Throwing & Surface Design – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Join the Quinlan for a beginner-friendly pottery class with Gracie Jeffords! Students must be 10 or older unless approved by the instructor. Unless specified,…
Wellness Wednesdays – The Arts Council
Join Wellness Wednesday in Gainesville, GA, for an outdoor yoga series at Smithgall Arts Center supporting brain cancer research.
Branding Strategies for Profitable Growth! – UGA Small Buisness Develoment Center
Learn how to define your brand value, identify your target audience, analyze competitors, and build a marketing strategy that drives business growth.
Birds of a Feather – Brenau University
A reception to celebrate the Solo exhibit of Joseph B. Thompson in conversation with his late father William J. Thompson’s work. Come meet the artist and learn…
Expressive Art as Therapy: Grief and Loss with Dawn Columbo – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
The arts can be supportive when experiencing grief and loss. Grief can be the end of a relationship, and/or the loss of a loved one. The act of creating…
Collage Collective – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Please join Quinlan Visual Arts Center every Friday in June for the Collage Collective art class!
Fall Festival and Harvest Market – Hopewell Farms GA
Celebrate fall at Hopewell Farms on October 24! Enjoy hayrides, farm tours, local vendors, fresh baked goods, animals, and family-friendly fun.