Save the Date: Forsythia Festival | |
Mark your calendars now! We are officially only a few weeks away from the 38th Annual Forsythia Festival, a cherished celebration of community, arts and crafts, and the arrival of spring!
Forsyth’s Forsythia Festival has been hosted by the Forsyth-Monroe Chamber in historic downtown Forsyth for nearly four decades, drawing vendors from all throughout the southeast. Only an hour south of Atlanta, off I-75 exits 186/7, historic downtown Forsyth provides a charming backdrop for the festival each March to celebrate the blooming of the beautiful yellow Forsythia bushes early each spring.
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Hello Yellow!
During the two-day festival, several blocks of historic downtown Forsyth are transformed into a vibrant hub of excitement and celebration. The Forsythia Festival has become a beloved tradition in the community and welcomes visitors from near and far to enjoy a weekend of family-friendly activities, entertainment, delicious food, and unique arts and crafts.
Pre-festival Events:
Saturday March 1st:
- 5K Fitness Run & Walk
- Food Truck Frenzy and Car Show are at the Fine Arts Center
Friday, March 7th:
- Kick off concert “Country & Southern Soul” on the square at 7pm
2025 Forsythia Festival Dates: Saturday, March 8 & Sunday, March 9
Photography by Sharon Murdock
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Experience the Cultural and Spiritual Significance of the SRIM Center
The Srikarunamayi Research Institute of Meditation Center, Inc. (or, SRIM Center) promotes cultural, spiritual, and ethnic diversity focusing on India's Sanatana dharma. Located on 28 acres, it features Hindu temples for Shirdi Sai Baba and Sri Durga Devi, where regular pujas and Homas are conducted. The center hosts meditation, world peace, and maha yajnam / fire ceremonies.
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From the Blog: The Story of Culloden's Slave Cemetery
A new story on Culloden’s Slave Cemetery from Forsyth’s storyteller is now out! Learn about the efforts of the local community to preserve, maintain and educate others on this unique cemetery.
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Hometown Boutique
Discover exquisite gifts and apparel, and a little something special for that new addition to the family! Hometown Boutique now has a new collection for the little ones you're going to love. To make your purchase extra special they will embroider it for free!
Check them out:
51 W Johnston St
Forsyth, Georgia 31029
(478) 993-2183
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DK Designs Storefront
We are excited to announce the opening of DK Designs' first official retail location! There will be a Grand Opening on Wednesday, March 5th in time for our beloved Forsythia Festival. Then we will be spending the weekend celebrating in DK style.
DK is beyond excited to be back on the square and can’t wait for you guys to come see them! So… go ahead and mark those calendars for March 5th - 9th for their grand opening palooza!
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New Restaurant Opening: Caribbean Queens
We are excited to announce the opening of Caribbean Queens! This Latin-inspired restaurant boasts unforgettable Puerto Rican dishes prepared fresh daily. Some of their well-known dishes include Mofongo, rice with peas, Empanadas, plantains, Boudin de pan, and Tres Leches.
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Shop & Dine Coupons
Our new Shop & Dine Like A Local coupons are available at the Welcome Center, 48 North Jackson Street. Visit the historic downtown and support local. Forsyth has several unique shopping experiences, local artisans, and delicious international cuisines. There is even a coupon for Grits Café’s award-winning Grits Fritters!
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Anchor of Hope Autism Awareness Festival
Enjoy a resource/craft fair, kids play area, 5K trail race, family fun run, local and professional entertainment, food vendors, and more.
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SRIM Center Fire Days
Jai Karunamayi! Sai Ram! Amma Sri Karunamayi will host 10 days of Vedic fire ceremonies / homas at the SRIM Center from May 31 through June 9th. This is an amazing opportunity to immerse yourself in mantras, powerful Vedic rituals and a life transforming experience with the Divine Mother.
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To make sure you have all the information you need to plan a memorable visit to Forsyth, we gladly provide plenty of resources, guides and tools to help you along the way. | | | | |
