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Fall for Blairsville-Union County
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Greetings!
As in the past, this fall is full of activities that make the season special. Festivals highlighting mountain arts & crafts, music, and traditional foods from the North Georgia Mountains are abundant.
Fall is the perfect season for outdoor activities. Take time to hike the Appalachian Trail, go boating on Lake Nottely, or fish in one of our pristine trout streams. In town, and along the local byways, shops are decorated with enticing treasures. Stop for a bite to eat at one of our restaurants and you can be assured of a warm, friendly welcome and good food. Reservations are already being made at local motels, campgrounds, cabins, and bed & breakfasts. Many of our accommodations members offer discounts so be sure to check the Hot Deals on the Chamber website: www.VisitBlairsvilleGA.com.
Whether you plan to make a day trip, take a long weekend, or spend a week, make plans to enjoy watching the mountain colors turn from dark green to golden yellow, deep red, and brilliant orange.
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September
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Mountain Heritage Festival, Blairsville, Georgia |
Mountain Heritage Festival September 3 & 4 - 10:00am-5:00pm
Mountain Life Museum, Hwy 129S
Free Admission
The Mountain Heritage Festival celebrates the cultural heritage of the North Georgia Mountains. The festival features locally produced handcrafts, traditional foods, music, craft and "old ways" demonstrations, and live animals. For more information call the Union County Historical Society at 706-745-5493 or visit their website at UnionCountyHistory.org
 Mountain Music and Arts & Crafts FestivalSaturday, September 10, 2011 10 AM to 5 PM
Vogel State Park - US Hwy 19/129 South
Admission: $2-$5 plus $5 parking
This popular event includes Appalachian, bluegrass and gospel music; arts and crafts booths; demonstrations on spinning, blacksmithing and bowl carving; and food concessions provided by Vogel Volunteers. For more information call 706-745-2628 or visit GaStateParks.org
 Bluegrass Festival
Friday, September 16th - 6:00pm-10:00pm
Saturday, September 17 - 11:00am-10:00pm
Sunday, September 18 - 11:00pm-6:00pm
Free admission, donations greatly appreciatedIf you love Bluegrass, then head to Blairsville's Town Square on Friday, September 16! Three days of performances and jamming all around town, and maybe a square dance too. Multiple stages for open mike and performances at the Union County Historical Courthouse, Hole in the Wall Restaurant, Mountain Life Museum and Union County Civic Center. Workshops for instruments and sound & recording technology on Saturday. Local arts & crafts and music-related vendors. Food is offered by local organizations. Additional information and performers schedule posted at DowntownBlairsville.com and UnionCountyHistory.org.
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October
Saturday & Sunday October 1 & 2
9:00am-5:00pm - GA Hwy 180 in Suches
Admission: $4.00 (under 6 free)
Free Parking
Held at Woody Gap School in "The Valley Above the Clouds" in Suches, the festival incorporates good eats, crafts, entertainment, a 10K Race on Saturday morning at 9:00, and a Country Square Dance on Saturday night at 8:00p.m. Visit Indian Summer Festival for more information.
Saturday & Sunday October 1 & 2
10:00am-5:00pm Daily- Located in Brasstown, NC
Admission: Adults $5.00/Kids 12-17 $3.00/Under 12 Free
One of the largest and most popular events of its type in the region, Fall Festival is a celebration of our rich Appalachian heritage. Fine craft, craft-making demonstrations, music and dance performances, children's activities, tasty food, and a visit to the school's Craft Shop and History Center make Fall Festival a great way to begin the autumn season. For more information visit FolkSchool.org
 42nd Annual Sorghum Festival
October 8 & 9 and 15th & 16th
9:00am-5:00pm
Located at Meeks Park, Hwy 515
Admission: $2 per person,
Kids under 12 Free
Free Parking
Experience one of the most unique traditions in North Georgia - Cookin' Sorghum Syrup. Demonstrations on how Sorghum syrup was made years ago is the highlight of the festival. Enjoy Country Music, Bar-B-Que Meals, a Sorghum Parade, Biscuit Eatin' contest, Pole Climbin', Log Sawin', Horseshoe Throwin', Square Dancing, Clogging, and many arts & crafts to see and buy. For a schedule of events please visit SorghumFestivalBlairsville.com.
Quiltfest 2011 Friday, Oct 14th 9:00-5:00
Saturday, Oct 15th 9:00-4:00
Union County High School, on the Glen Gooch Bypass
Admission: $5.00 - Free Parking
Misty Mountain Quilters Guild proudly presents this open show to promote and encourage the art and appreciation of quilt making by providing an exhibition and competition to spotlight the work of local and regional quilt makers. We strive to educate quilters and the general public by presenting examples of traditional and contemporary quilts. Enjoy door prizes, a guild boutique, a raffle quilt, a silent auction, and a variety of vendors. For more information please visit MistyMountainQuiltGuild.com
Saturday, October 15th 12:00-8:00pm
US Hwy 19/129 South of Blairsville
Admission: $5.00/parking
Celebrate autumn's arrival at noon with chili, hotdogs, and drinks for sale. Then enjoy a cakewalk at 3pm, hayrides at 4pm, bonfire and square/line dancing at 5 pm, 6 pm trick or treats, and finally at 7 p.m. a professional storyteller. For more information please visit Vogel State Park. |
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November
Mistletoe Market & Sugarplum Tearoom 
Saturday, November 19, 9:00am-5:00pm
Sunday, November 20, 11:00am-4:00pm
North Georgia Technical College,
424 Meeks Ave.
Free Admission
Get ready for the holidays! Arts/Crafts and homemade gifts are the highlight at this craft show to help you with your holiday shopping. The Sugarplum Tearoom will whet your appetite with offerings of soup, sandwiches, salads, and deserts. For more information visit MtnRegArtsCraftsGuild.org. |
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Blairsville-Union County Chamber of Commerce
78 Blue Ridge Highway
Blairsville, Georgia 30512
706-745-5789
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