Athens - are you ready for Turkey Day? Need a pie to take to the family dinner? Pre-order one and get that homemade flavor without the stress of baking! Worried you won't get all the sides done in time? You can pre-order those too! Never been gifted in the kitchen? Thats ok! Come and have the entire…
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There are so many fun things to do for Halloween in Athens, Georgia! The creative energy Athens is known for is on full display for Halloween. Exhibit one is the only-in-Athens Wild Rumpus Spectacle, a costumed parade throughdowntown that YOU can join! There are also plenty of other Halloween events and happenings, like Zombie Farms, a haunted outdoor trail, haunted tours of Athens, and family-friendly Halloween fun, too. Check out these Halloween ideas and plan a getaway to Athens this October…
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Athens is widely considered a football town, but now there's a new craze skating in... hockey. In December 2024, the first Rock Lobsters game took place in the brand new Akins Ford Arena. And with that came a new team to root for in Athens (Claws up!). To get us (and other newbie hockey fans) up to…
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Whether you’re coming for Parents’ Weekend, Graduation, Homecoming, or the brand-new UGA Fall Family Weekend (Nov. 6–9), Athens is packed with ways to make the most of your time together. From incredible local restaurants to live music, farmers markets, and scenic gardens, there’s something for…
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Ready to dive into one of Athens' most beloved traditions? The Wild Rumpus Halloween Parade and Spectacle has become an iconic part of the city's identity, a wild and whimsical celebration of community, creativity, and, of course, costumes. Born from a conversation between Athens musician Timi…
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