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SUMMARY:Laser Light Show at Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 25\, 2026\nGates open at 5pm\n$10 per person\nChildren 12 & Under are free\nBring your own chairs and blankets. \nWe have a fun family night planned for you with Kids Activities\, Vendors\, Food Trucks & a Laser Light show! In honor of America’s 250th birthday\, this year’s Laser Light Show features a red\, white\, and blue celebration filled with music\, color\, and patriotic flair the whole family will enjoy! \nVendors and Children’s Activities including bouncy houses\, bubble foam pit\, etc will be  from 5pm-9pm\nLaser Show begins at 9:45 and lasts approx. 30 minutes.
URL:https://theridgesresort.com/event/laser-light-show-at-georgia-mountain-fairgrounds/
CATEGORIES:Local Events
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SUMMARY:Gazers of the Galaxy at Brasstown Bald
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever gazed up at the night sky and wondered what was “out there”? Now’s your chance to view Brasstown Bald’s scenic vista in a whole new light – or dark! \n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\nFIND Outdoors is partnering with Atlanta Astronomy Club at the highest point in Georgia to discover the hidden mysteries of Georgia’s darkest sky. Expert astronomers will guide participants through the night\, interpreting the wonders of the universe through their galactic stories and expertise. You will also be given the opportunity to use high powered telescopes to explore our universe even further. You’ll become a “Guardian of the Galaxy” after spending an evening learning about the magic of deep space and North Georgia’s incredible nightscape.   \nFIND Outdoors is excited to welcome you to Brasstown Bald and experience North Georgia like you never have before. \n\n\n\n\nWhat to Bring\nIf you have one\, please bring a flashlight. Red-light flashlights are preferred.   \nPlease dress warm and wear close-toed shoes. It is often 10-15 degrees cooler on the mountain. We recommend wearing layers and bringing along blankets\, hats\, and gloves. If you do not need them you can leave them in your vehicle. \nBring a folding chair to sit on during the program. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDates\nSaturday\, July 18\, 2026\n9:00 PM to 11:00 PM \n\n\n\n\nCost\nAdults (ages 16+): $30\nYouth (ages 4-15): $15
URL:https://theridgesresort.com/event/gazers-of-the-galaxy-at-brasstown-bald/
CATEGORIES:Local Events
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SUMMARY:A1A - The Official and Original Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show
DESCRIPTION:A1A – The Official and Original Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show\nSaturday\, July 18\, 2026\nDoors open at 5:30pm\, concert at 7pm\nAdmission – $35 + handling\nTable of Six (includes two bottles of wine & summer charcuterie tray) – $420.00 + handling \n  \nSail into summer at the Hiawassee DDA’s 4th Annual FUN-Draiser featuring A1A – The Official & Original Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show! \nOn July 18\, 2026\, we’re taking Towns County straight to paradise. Doors open at 5:30pm and the concert kicks off at 7pm. It will be an evening of classic island vibes and feel-good Buffett energy! This isn’t just a concert — it’s an experience. Kick back island-style with food trucks\, browse a huge silent auction\, try your luck with our wine pull\, and throw your fins up for a 50/50 raffle. \nTwo ticket tiers help you choose your version of paradise: \nGeneral Admission – bring your flip-flops and enjoy the island breeze. \nVIP Tables – six premium seats closest to the stage\, a delicious charcuterie board\, two bottles of wine\, and complimentary water/tea/lemonade. It’s basically a “Cheeseburger in Paradise” level upgrade… minus the cheeseburger (but trust us\, the food trucks have you covered). \nAnd here’s the best part: every ticket sold helps us grow the Paris Business Center\, Hiawassee’s new hub for entrepreneurship and community innovation. The PBC is a thriving small business center and incubator where our region’s businesses can test ideas\, attend workshops\, and find the support they need to succeed. When you party with us\, you’re fueling local jobs\, expanding resources for small business owners\, and helping this revitalized historic building shine in the heart of downtown. Now that’s a reason to raise a glass! \nA1A brings the authenticity\, energy\, and beach-party magic that venues nationwide call a 10 out of 10\, “pure escapism\,” and “an experience!” If you’re ready for an unforgettable night on island time\, grab your tickets now\, because it’s always 5 o’clock in Hiawassee on July 18th. \nFins up — we’ll see you at the FUN-Draiser!
URL:https://theridgesresort.com/event/a1a-the-official-and-original-jimmy-buffett-tribute-show/
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SUMMARY:Hiawassee Rod Run
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kahr Motorsports & the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds\nJune 18\, 19\, & 20\, 2026\n9am-5pm\nDaily Admission: $10\, Children 12 & Under are FREE! \n  \nHiawassee Rod Run is open to any 1979 and earlier car as well as any 1999 and earlier truck. Any performance or sport domestic vehicles welcome.\n$5\,000 in CASH Giveaways!
URL:https://theridgesresort.com/event/hiawassee-rod-run/
CATEGORIES:Local Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T170000
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SUMMARY:Georgia Mountain Scottish Festival & Highland Games
DESCRIPTION:June 6 & 7\, 2026\n9am-5pm\nJune 5th – The weekend kicks off on Friday night with a Ceidleh at Hamilton Gardens\nSaturday\,  $25 per person\nSunday\, $20 per person\nBOTH days $35 \n  \nWhether or not your family’s heritage has Scottish ties\, come experience Scotland without the need of a passport or international flight across the ocean. Highland dancers\, Scottish athletes\, family clans\, bagpipes and drums and traditional musicians will come to celebrate their heritage at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds on June 6 and 7\, 2026. The opening ceremony with the massed bands and parade of tartans will be at 12 noon on Saturday. \nSheep dogs herding sheep and ducks\, falcons and birds of prey\, Scottish Cows\, all come with their handlers. Scottish Athletes\, Highland dancers\, pipers and drummers all come to celebrate the culture of Scotland\, here in the highlands of North Georgia.  The blacksmith/knife smith demonstrations and Clan Nan Con will be in set up in the vendor area. \nWee lads and lassies are encouraged to come to the festival with their family. Special activities for the children include the “passport to the clan” where children visit clan tents and  learn one fact about each clan earning a stamp\, once their passport is full they receive a prize. There will also be face painting and other activities especially for the wee ones. There is no additional charge for any of the children’s activities. \nWhat is a festival without shopping? Many favorite vendors with traditional Scottish wares\, clothing and food are returning plus new merchants who are making their first trek to the Georgia Mountain Scottish Festival. Delicious Scottish food\, jewelry\, sporran\, kilts\, T-shirts\, clothing\, and many more Scottish items will be available for purchase. \nCome experience “a wee bit of Scotland in the Mountains of North Georgia!”
URL:https://theridgesresort.com/event/georgia-mountain-scottish-festival-highland-games/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T190000
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SUMMARY:Happy Together 2026 Tour
DESCRIPTION:Starts at 7:00 PM\nHappening at the Anderson Music Hall \n\n\n\nThe Details\nHappy Together 2026 Tour – Starring: THE ASSOCIATION\, THE TROGGS\, CHICAGO lead singer 1985-2016 JASON SCHEFF\, GARY PUCKETT\, RON DANTE from The Archies and The Turtles\, THE VOGUES and THE COWSILLS.\n\nSaturday\, May 30\, 2026 7pm
URL:https://theridgesresort.com/event/happy-together-2026-tour/
CATEGORIES:Local Events
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SUMMARY:Hiawassee Pro Rodeo - Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
DESCRIPTION:Starts Saturday\, May 23rd\, 2026 – 6:00pm\nCloses Sunday\, May 24th\, 2026 – 11:00pm\nIt’s Rodeo Time! Come out to the Fairgrounds for great family fun with bucking horses\, bulls\, world class contestants!\nDetailed Hours: \n\nSaturday\, May 23rd & Sunday\, May 24th \nGates open at 6pm. Rodeo begins at 8pm.
URL:https://theridgesresort.com/event/hiawassee-pro-rodeo-georgia-mountain-fairgrounds/
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SUMMARY:Jamey Johnson - Traveling Truebadour Tour
DESCRIPTION:Jamey Johnson – Traveling Truebadour Tour\nSpecial Guest: Tyler Booth\n\nFriday\, May 8\, 2026\n7pm\nTickets: $50 – $99 + handling and $2 for Jamey’s Give It Away Foundation \nLocation: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
URL:https://theridgesresort.com/event/jamey-johnson-traveling-truebadour-tour/
LOCATION:The Ridges Resort\, 3499 US-76 W\, Hiawassee\, GA\, 30546\, United States
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