Articles https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/ Articles Wed, 14 Jan 2026 19:44:13 +0000 Why Visit Athens in 2026 https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/why-visit-athens-in-2026/ https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/why-visit-athens-in-2026/#comments https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/why-visit-athens-in-2026/ Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0500

Visit Athens GA and The Classic Center Welcome Travelers to Explore Exciting Events and Cultural Experiences in 2026

Athens invites travelers to experience a year of arts, culture and community in

]]> Holiday Traditions Return to Downtown Athens, GA. https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/holiday-traditions-return-to-downtown-athens-ga/ https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/holiday-traditions-return-to-downtown-athens-ga/#comments https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/holiday-traditions-return-to-downtown-athens-ga/ Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500

ATHENS, GA – December 3, 2025 - The Classic Center and Akins Ford Arena are preparing for another holiday season filled with community traditions and seasonal experiences.

Visitors arriving at The

]]> Visit Athens GA Announces New Podcast and Honors Local Leaders at Annual Meeting https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/visit-athens-ga-announces-new-podcast-and-honors-local-leaders-at-annual-meeting/ https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/visit-athens-ga-announces-new-podcast-and-honors-local-leaders-at-annual-meeting/#comments https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/visit-athens-ga-announces-new-podcast-and-honors-local-leaders-at-annual-meeting/ Thu, 30 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0400

Annual meeting launches new podcast and recognizes Athens Hospitality Award winners.

Athens, Ga. (October 30, 2025) – Visit Athens GA, the official tourism marketing organization for Athens, Georgia,

]]> Halloween Parade Creates Magic in Athens https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/halloween-parade-creates-magic-in-athens/ https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/halloween-parade-creates-magic-in-athens/#comments https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/halloween-parade-creates-magic-in-athens/ Fri, 10 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400

The Wild Rumpus is Athens, GA's 'Halloween Mardi Gras', in its 17th year, and 2025 will be the biggest yet. All are invited to attend and BE IN THE PARADE- everyone is in costume- young and old, all

]]> Visit Athens Seeks Nominations for Annual Hospitality Awards 2025 https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/visit-athens-seeks-nominations-for-annual-hospitality-awards-2025/ https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/visit-athens-seeks-nominations-for-annual-hospitality-awards-2025/#comments https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/visit-athens-seeks-nominations-for-annual-hospitality-awards-2025/ Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:00:00 -0400

Athens, Ga. (August 26, 2025) – Visit Athens GA, The Athens Convention & Visitors Bureau, is now accepting nominations for its annual Athens Hospitality Awards, which shine a spotlight on the people

]]> Athens Restaurant Week Returns with Flavorful Deals and Local Favorites https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/athens-restaurant-week-returns-with-flavorful-deals-and-local-favorites/ https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/athens-restaurant-week-returns-with-flavorful-deals-and-local-favorites/#comments https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/athens-restaurant-week-returns-with-flavorful-deals-and-local-favorites/ Mon, 23 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Athens, Ga., June 23, 2025 – Athens Restaurant Week is back for its fifth year, running from July 14–20, 2025, and inviting both locals and visitors to experience the city’s dynamic culinary scene.

]]> The Stage is Set: The Classic Center Theatre Brings Broadway Back to Athens https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/the-stage-is-set-the-classic-center-theatre-brings-broadway-back-to-athens/ https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/the-stage-is-set-the-classic-center-theatre-brings-broadway-back-to-athens/#comments https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/the-stage-is-set-the-classic-center-theatre-brings-broadway-back-to-athens/ Fri, 30 May 2025 10:00:00 -0400

ATHENS, GA – May 21, 2025 — Downtown Athens will shine even brighter this season as The Classic Center Theatre announces its 2025–2026 Broadway Entertainment Series presented by Akins Ford, now

]]> UGA Presents Announces 2025-26 30th Anniversary Season Featuring Yo-Yo Ma Gala Performance https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/uga-presents-announces-2025-26-30th-anniversary-season-featuring-yo-yo-ma-gala-performance/ https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/uga-presents-announces-2025-26-30th-anniversary-season-featuring-yo-yo-ma-gala-performance/#comments https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/uga-presents-announces-2025-26-30th-anniversary-season-featuring-yo-yo-ma-gala-performance/ Tue, 27 May 2025 14:00:00 -0400

"The Performing Arts Center (PAC) at the University of Georgia continually sets the standard for excellence in entertainment for the Athens community."—Athens

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UGA Presents, the UGA

]]> Visit Athens GA Launches "Pup Pass" to Delight Young Explorers and Their Families https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/visit-athens-ga-launches-pup-pass-to-delight-young-explorers-and-their-families/ https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/visit-athens-ga-launches-pup-pass-to-delight-young-explorers-and-their-families/#comments https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/visit-athens-ga-launches-pup-pass-to-delight-young-explorers-and-their-families/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 08:00:00 -0400

Athens, Ga. (April 30, 2025) – Visit Athens GA, the official tourism marketing organization for Athens, Georgia, has launched its new family-friendly digital passport, the Pup Pass. Free and

]]> The Bell Hotel Opens in Downtown Athens, Georgia Following Two Year Renovation https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/the-bell-hotel-opens-in-downtown-athens-georgia-following-two-year-renovation/ https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/the-bell-hotel-opens-in-downtown-athens-georgia-following-two-year-renovation/#comments https://www.visitathensga.com/articles/post/the-bell-hotel-opens-in-downtown-athens-georgia-following-two-year-renovation/ Mon, 17 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0500

ATHENS, GA – [FEBRUARY 13, 2025] The Bell Hotel, located at 183 West Clayton Street in downtown Athens, Georgia, is delighted to announce its grand opening February 11th, following the completion of a

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