The holidays are just around the corner! And November marks the start of holiday shopping and festive events and festivals around the mountains. This month you can cross off everything on your Christmas list by heading to a local Christmas market, or kick off the season with a tree lighting at the end of the month. And as always there’s more music and art events around town to enjoy, as well as a few more fall festivals before we jump into the holiday season.
November 1st
Location: First Fruits of the Ridge
Put on your cowboy boots & hats and come on out for Boots, Barbecue & Blessing at First Fruits of the Ridge in Ellijay. The event will have appetizers, a catered dinner, live & silent suction, raffles, and a night of comedy from Bean & Bailey. Proceeds will go to expanding children programs and providing food for people in need. Tickets are $150 a person.
Annual Everything Christmas Sale
November 1st-November 2nd
Location: Union County Library
The friends of the Union County Library will be hosting a Christmas sale! On November 1st and 2nd, you’ll find lots of ornaments, stockings, garlands, wreaths, and everything Christmas! The event is free to attend and runs from 10am-4pm both days.
Mel Brook’s Young Frankenstein the Musical
November 1st-November 3rd
Location: Blue Ridge Community Theater
Get in the Halloween spirit with Mel Brook’s Young Frankenstein the Musical at Blue Ridge Community Theater! Following in the footsteps of his grandfather, Fredrick Frankenstein animates his own creature who inevitably escapes the lab. Hilarity ensues as Frankenstein chases the creature across the countryside of Transylvania! Shows are Thursdays – Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm. The show runs October 17th-November 3rd. Please call the box office at 706-632-9191 for tickets.November 1st-November 3rd
Location: Northeast Georgia
Art lovers will love getting an up close and personal look into the artistic process. Meet live demonstrating artists all weekend long as they show off their skills & talents in a variety of mediums. Follow the Art Tour signs throughout Northeast Georgia and North Carolina to visit artist studios and galleries in our scenic mountain area.November 1st-November 7th
Location: Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association
Celebrate local artists in their works at the Art Center! All artists are handpicked by Dr. Kathleen Thompson. November 1st-November 9th
Location: Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association
Admire beautiful quilt art at the Art Center this month! Explore what openings mean to you as an artist. Live Music at Grumpy Old Men Brewing
November 1st-November 30th
Location: Grumpy Old Men Brewing
Stop by Grumpy Old Men Brewery Thursdays to sing along to your favorite songs for karaoke night! And drop by select Fridays & Saturdays from 3pm-6pm for great drinks, great music, and a great time. With indoor and outdoor seating available you can even bring your dog to join in the fun! Enjoy delicious fare from the ever-changing food trucks, while you listen to some fantastic local artists! And on Monday nights come on out for SINGO and Thursday nights is Karaoke!November 1st: Gabe Meyers & Meet-a-Mutt, Scrappy’s Dog House Food Truck
November 2nd: Orange Walls & Scrappy’s Dog House Food Truck
November 3rd: SINGO & Scrappy’s Dog House Food Truck
November 7th: Karaoke & Scrappy’s Dog House Food Truck
November 8th: Surrender Hill & Meet-a-Mutt, Scrappy’s Dog House Food Truck
November 9th: Trailer Hippies & Scrappy’s Dog House Food Truck
November 10th: SINGO & Casting for Recovery Fundraiser, Scrappy’s Dog House Food Truck
November 14th: Karaoke & Scrappy’s Dog House Food Truck
November 15th: David Welch & Meet-a-Mutt, Scrappy’s Dog House Food Truck
November 16th: Scrappy’s Dog House Food Truck
November 17th: SINGO & Scrappy’s Dog House Food Truck
November 21st: Karaoke & Scrappy’s Dog House Food Truck
November 22nd: Travis Bowlin & Meet-a-Mutt, Scrappy’s Dog House Food Truck
November 23rd: Brett Bartshi & Scrappy’s Dog House Food Truck
November 24th: SINGO & Scrappy’s Dog House Food Truck
November 29th: Toys for Tots Fundraiser & Meet-a-Mutt, Scrappy’s Dog House Food Truck
November 30th: Gregg Erwin & Scrappy’s Dog House Food Truck
Live Music at Crane Creek Vineyards
November 1st-November 30th
Location: Crane Creek Vineyards
Come out for live music Friday nights at the Farmhouse Market at Crane Creek Vineyards. The vineyards will be open late Friday nights, with extended hours until 8pm. Grab a glass of wine, a charcuterie board, and a seat and enjoy!November 1st: Farmhouse Fridays
November 2nd: The Red Tails & Rail Town
November 8th: Farmhouse Fridays
November 9th: Struck by Lightning & Holden Le Dinh
November 15th: Farmhouse Fridays
November 16th: Cashe & Brent Key, Pop-Up Art Market
November 22nd: Farmhouse Fridays
November 23rd: Jesse Williams
November 29th: Farmhouse Fridays
November 30th: Struck by Lightning
Live Music at Buckley Vineyards
November 1st-November 30th
Location: Buckley Vineyards
This beautiful creekside, Ellijay, mountain winery is the perfect place to spend an afternoon! Each of their charming wines are crafted and bottled with love, and ready to be enjoyed by all! So come on out to Buckley Vineyards on weekends for live music and a refreshing glass of wine.November 1st: Lloyd Clark & Halloween Party w/ Costume Contest
November 2nd: Brandon Lee Bagley & Ryan LittleEagle
November 8th: Chas Crawford
November 9th: Connor Priest
November 10th: David Welch
November 15th: Gary Wilder Terrioke
November 16th: Surrender Hill
November 17th: Joy Hice
November 22nd: Kristin Tinsley
November 23rd: Jadie & Gabe
November 24th: Wyatt Espalin
November 29th: Connor Priest
November 30th: Dave & Nadine
Live Music at Bear Claw Vineyards & Winery
November 1st-November 30th
Location: Bear Claw Vineyards
For award winning wine, live music, and food truck Bear Claw Vineyards is the place for you! Join them every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for live music and food trucks. Kids and dogs are welcome too. The live music schedule for each weekend is shared on their website each Thursday so be sure to check back!Artist in Residence: Dr. Kathleen Thompson
November 1st-November 30th
Location: Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association
Come admire Dr. Kathleen Thompson's beautiful art in the “Artist in Residence Gallery”. Her fine art works will be on display at the Art Center September 28th-December 20th. November 2nd
Location: Paradise Hills, Cabins-Spa-Winery
Get ready to party at Paradise Hills adult costume party! Come dressed in your costumes and receive a free wine tasting! There will also be live music from Tom Edwards so you can “boo”gie it up on the dance floor!Fall Plant Art Sale & Vendor Market
November 2nd
Location: Fannin County Agriculture and Environmental Science Facility
Grab the perfect plant for your home at the Fall Plant Art Sale & Vendor Market at Fannin County Agriculture and Environmental Science Facility. There will be over 30 local vendors in attendance selling a variety of different plants.
November 2nd
Location: Union County Civic Center
One man’s trash in another man’s treasure! Come on out for Union County Lions Club’s annual Trash to Treasure Sale! There will be over 40 vendors in attendance selling all kinds of gently used items. There will also be a selection of tasty food for sale. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Vision Conservation programs of the Lions Club.
American Cornhole Organization Regional Tournament
November 2nd
Location: Ocoee River Distillery
Come on down to Ocoee River Distillery for a cornhole tourney hosted by the American Cornhole Organization! Players will compete at the local level for world ranking and points. Players can compete in either World Singles, World Doubles, Women, Seniors, or Coed Doubles divisions. Registration begins at 9am and is $10 a person.
November 2nd
Location: Ducktown School
Come on out for this fun-filled, bluegrass event! There will be amazing bluegrass music all day, crafters, food vendors, a petting zoo and so much more! Admission is $10 a person and kids 12 & under are free!
November 2nd
Location: 6 Ponds Farm
Go on a guided walk on the hiking trails at 6 Ponds Farm. Connect with nature in this immersive, sensory experience. Only 16 spots available.
November 2nd
Location: Silks for Less
Come on out for a Christmas Open House at Silks for Less! From 4pm-7pm there will be hot cocoa, cookies, door prizes, and pictures with Santa!
November 2nd
Location: Riverwalk, McCaysville
The Riverwalk Run Series presents the Bigfoot Boogie 5K. 3.1 Miles, 2 States, 1 Steelbridge. A 5K like no other, and costumes are encouraged! This scenic run follows the historic Toccoa River along McCaysville, GA and into Copperhill, TN for a wonderful day of fun!
November 2nd
Location: McCaysville Lodge
Admire beautiful works of art from area artists at the Art for All event at McCaysville Lodge. There will be a gallery viewing, hands on arts & crafts to create, and lots more fun! The event runs from 10am-2pm.
November 2nd
Location: Mountain Area Christian Academy
Come on down to the Mountain Area Christian Academy for a night of comedy and delicious food, all for a good cause! There will be a fall inspired dinner, an evening of clean comedy and a silent auction. Tickets are $75 a person.
November 2nd-November 3rd
Location: Towns County Recreation Department
Get your holiday shopping done early at the Holiday Bazaar at Towns County Recreation and Conference Center! There will be over 75 vendors in attendance offering a wide variety of Christmas decorations, homemade crafts, art, gourmet food including holiday favorites, demonstrations, classes and more! Admission is $5 for adults, children are free.
Live Music at Grapes & Ladders Winery
November 2nd-November 22nd
Location: Grapes & Ladders Winery
Head to Grapes & Ladders Winery in Ellijay for live music and great wine! Thursdays thru Sundays Grapes & Ladders hosts local artists and open mic nights. There’s always something fun going on here! See their full lineup of events here.November 2nd: Jordan Denton
November 3rd: Joy Hice and Rowdy Yates
November 7th: Open Mic Night with Brad Tolson
November 8th: Brad Tolson and Friends for a Rockin’ the Ladder Jam
November 22nd: Trivia Night
November 2nd-November 28th
Location: Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association offers classes year-round for artists looking to expand their skill set. This month you can learn to express yourself through stained glass, wood carving, and more! And check out more upcoming art classes at https://www.blueridgearts.net/adult-classes.htmlNovember 2nd: Slab Built Mugs
November 2nd: Watercolor Holiday Cards
November 2nd: Christmas Joy: Wood Burnt Ornaments
November 7th: American Sign Language
November 8th: Leather Workshop
November 9th: Slab Built Mugs
November 9th: Leather Workshop
November 9th: How to Outline your Novel
November 14th: American Sign Language
November 19th: Wood Carving Workshop
November 21st: American Sign Language
November 23rd: Let it Snow Stained Glass
November 28th: American Sign Language
Live Music at Chateau Meichtry
November 2nd-November 30th
Location: Chateau Meichtry
Come sip on wine by the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains at Chateau Meichtry. This beautiful winery located in Talking Rock, GA has both outdoor & indoor seating options, so you can enjoy the atmosphere of the winery no matter the weather. On Saturdays & Sundays you can sip on your favorite glass of wine while you enjoy live music from local artists from 1:30pm-5:30pm. And there’s food trucks on the weekends as well!November 2nd: Drew Ashworth & The Eggroll Boyz Food Truck
November 3rd: Steve & Steve & The Lobster Dogs Food Truck
November 9th: Ryan Davis & The Get Skewers Food Truck
November 10th: Surrender Hill & The Get Skewers Food Truck
November 11th: Layne Denton & The Cheezed & Confuzed Food Truck
November 16th: Layne Denton & Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck
November 17th: Kristen Tinsley & The Off Road Food Truck
November 23rd: Gary Wilder & The Sweet Cheeks Food Truck
November 24th: Zach Stitch & The Off Road Food Truck
November 27th: Halem Albright & Justin McCullough & The Chef in a Box Food Truck
November 29th: Surrender Hill & The Fry Baby Food Truck
November 30th: Cam Blackburn & The Voodoo Daddy Food Truck
Live Music at Cartecay Vineyards
November 2nd-November 30th
Location: Cartecay Vineyards
Sip on delicious wine surrounded by the North Georgia Mountains! Enjoy live music select Saturdays & Sundays from 1:30pm-5:30pm. Listen to the music of local artists while enjoying your wine outside either on the Chimney Patio or the Tasting Barn’s covered porch. Live music, good wine, and beautiful mountain scenery; it doesn’t get much better than that!November 2nd: Lindsay Beth Harper
November 3rd: Drew Ashworth
November 9th: Jon Kinsey
November 10th: RustedMelody
November 16th: Jorge Valenzuela
November 17th: Chad Bowmar
November 23rd: Jerry Sorn
November 24th: Andrew Katter
November 29th: Gregg Erwin
November 30th: Rodeo Drive
November 2nd-November 30th
Location: 400 West Main Street
Enjoy this wonderful market every Saturday from 9:00am-1:00pm now till November (weather permitting) right in the heart of Downtown Blue Ridge in front of the courthouse! There will be all kinds of vendors offering food, artisan goods, arts & crafts, furniture, and more!Live Music at Misty Mountain Hops
November 2nd-November 30th
Location: Misty Mountain Hops
Misty Mountain Hops is a music-centric restaurant and pub so it’s only fitting that they bring in live music. Stop by select Fridays and Saturdays from 6pm-9pm for great food and great live music from local artists!November 2nd: Spencer Scott Smith
November 8th: Jake Farris
November 9th: Rob Grater
November 10th: Casting for Recovery
November 15th: David Cheatham
November 16th: David Welch
November 22nd: The Orange Walls Duo
November 23rd: Nick Watson
November 29th: Gabe Myers
November 30th: Georgia Back Porch Band
November 2nd-November 30th
Location: The Blue Coyote
Stop by Blue Coyote Saturdays from 8pm-11:30pm for great live music! As always enjoy some great food while you listen in. And karaoke is every Tuesday from 7:30pm – 10:30pm. Be on the lookout on their website for more live music updates!November 2nd: Marty Manous
November 9th: The Varden
November 16th: Breaking Point
November 23rd: Gregg Erwin & 200 Proof Band
November 30th: Whiskey Mountain Band
November 2nd-November 30th
Location: Paradise Hills
Visit the winery at the beautiful Paradise Hills hidden in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The tasting room offers Paradise Hills wine, a selection of craft beers, hard cider, and wine slushies as well as cheese and charcuterie boards, tapas, and shared platters. You can enjoy your drinks and snacks as you listen to local artists perform select Fridays 4pm – 8pm & Saturdays from 1pm – 5pm.November 2nd: Tom Edwards
November 9th: Chris Carpenter
November 16th: Trailer Hippies
November 23rd: Dr.Paul
November 29th: TBD
November 30th: TBD
November 2nd-November 30th
Location: Crane Creek Vineyards
Learn all about the wine making process with this behind-the-scenes experience! Take a tour of the beautiful Crane Creek Vineyards and experience what goes into making a bottle of Crane Creek wine! You can take a Winery Tour on Saturdays at 2pm, March-November. The cost is $40 per person.November 4th-November 25th
Location: Tooney’s Music Venue
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Have you ever wanted to learn how to line dance? Well now’s your chance! Tooney’s now offers free, weekly line dancing classes Monday nights! The class is open to people of all ages and dance experience! Doors open at 6pm and classes start at 7pm. Come on down and show us what you can do!November 8th
Location: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
Get ready to hear country music artist, Clay Walker LIVE at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds with the Davission Brothers! Walker is known for his hit songs, “Live Until I Die,” "Dreaming With My Eyes Open," “This Woman And This Man,” and "She Won't Be Lonely Long”. Tickets are $45+ handling.
November 8th-November 9th
Location: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
Cool cars are coming to the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds for the Rats, Rust, & Horsepower Car Show Friday, November 8th and Saturday November 9th from 9am-4pm. The show will feature 1979 Rat Rods, Traditional Hot Rods, Customs, Lead Sleds, Shop Trucks, and Patina Vehicles. General admission is $10 per person and children 12 & under are free! November 8th-November 17th
Location: Blue Ridge Community Theater
This charming show follows multiple couples from the town of Almost, Maine as they fall both in and out of love in unexpected ways. Shows are Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm and Saturdays & Sundays at 2pm. The show runs November 8th-November 17th. Please call the box office at 706-632-9191 for tickets.Christmas in the Mountains Marketplace
November 9th
Location: Union County Farmers Market
Find unique gifts and holiday items at Christmas in the Mountains Marketplace at Union County Farmers Market! There will be over 90 craft vendors, food trucks, and local vendors in attendance; along with live Christmas music, a photo booth, fun interactive kids booth, and Santa himself! The event runs from 9am-3pm. $1 donated admission, children 12 & under free.
November 9th
Location: Terri’s Treasure Trove
Get excited for Terri’s Treasure Trove’s 3rd Annual Christmas Open House, happening all day Saturday! There will be refreshments, store wide deals, a giant snow globe, and pictures with Santa!
November 9th
Location: Meeks Park
Run for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes at Young Harris College! All proceeds of this 5K Fundraiser will go towards FCA. Registration is $15 a person.
Copper Basin Fire & Rescue Fall Fling
November 9th
Location: Ocoee River Distilling
This family fun fall festival will help support our local volunteer fire department! There will be a kids carnival with games, a silent auction, cornhole, food trucks, and live music The event runs from 4pm-9pm at Ocoee River Distilling.
6th Annual Turkey Shoot Fundraiser
November 9th
Location: Mason Tractor Company
Join in the fun for Mason Tractor Company’s 6th Annual Turkey Shoot Fundraiser! There will be shootings, bbq fixin’s, prizes and more at this fun event! No live turkeys will be shot, targets are stationary paper targets. All proceeds will benefit the Fannin County Young Farmer’s Association.
November 9th
Location: Old Toccoa Farm
Come on down to Old Toccoa Golf Course for their 2024 MGA Tournament! Break out your plus 4’s and show up in style to compete in this all day event. Entry fee is $40 per person.
Casting for Recovery Fundraiser
November 10th
Location: Grumpy Old Men Brewing
Come on out for good food & music, and to help support a great cause like Casting for Recovery and women’s breast cancer. There will be brews from Grumpy Old Men Brewing, food from Misty Mountain Hops, a silent auction, raffles, live music and more! The fun runs at Grumpy Old Men Brewing from 2pm-7pm. November 14th
Location: The Tavern
Enjoy delicious and luxury dining with a view at the Tavern at Old Toccoa Farm! And you can even enjoy amazing live music on select dates. This month they’ll have music from Denise Moore! Come on out for a great night of music and food!
WhoDunIt? Fun-draiser Art Event
November 16th
Location: Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
The 13th Annual WhoDunIt art event is a great opportunity to get your hands on amazing art from local artists at a great price! It’s your job to find out who the artist is who created your piece! There will be food, fun, and of course stunning works of art! Tickets are $50 a person and ensure you go home with a beautiful piece of art!November 16th-November 30th
Location: Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association will have a variety of art and handcrafted items for sale, all created from their member artists. Find everything you need for the holiday season Tuesday-Sunday, November 16th – November 30th!November 17th
Location: Serenity in the Mountains
One of Blue Ridge’s most magical traditions is back at Serenity in the Mountains: The Tour of Trees! Come see as the spa is all aglow from the lights of dozens of Christmas trees. Tickets are $20 person and proceeds help to raise money for the Fannin County Shop with a Cop program.
November 21st-November 30th
Location: Blue Ridge Community Theater
Celebrate the holiday season by going to see a beloved classic Christmas show, The Gift of the Magi! The story follows a newlywed couple trying to make ends meet and they both go through great lengths to give each other the perfect Christmas gift. Shows are Thursdays – Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm. The show runs November 21st-December 15th. Please call the box office at 706-632-9191 for tickets.November 22nd -November 30th
Location: Blue Ridge Farmers Market
Have some family friendly winter fun with ice skating at the Farmer’s Market! This fun new outdoor ice skating rink is set up at the Blue Ridge Farmers Market, next to the Swan Drive In, on select dates now through January 5th. For just $15 you can skate to your heart’s content! After your skate, warm up with hot cocoa and other sweet treats from the concessions stand.
A Cozy Country Christmas- Arts and Crafts Show
November 23rd
Location: North Georgia Technical College
Head over to for the day and enjoy more than 70+ local and regional artisans selling their wares. From soaps, quilts, furniture, décor, toys, and more, you can find something for everyone! The event runs from 10am-4pm.
November 23rd
Location: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
Get your blood pumping with this festive 5k run/walk at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds! The course will be illuminated by festive lights and decorations as a part of the Fairgrounds Mountain Country Christmas in Lights season. And come dressed in holiday attire for the chance to win the Holiday Attire Award! Proceeds of the race go towards the young people at Remnant Youth. The race kicks off at 5pm. Sign up here: https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/Hiawassee/LightUptheNite5KFunRunWalk
Mistletoe Market Arts & Crafts Show
November 23rd-November 24th
Location: Blairsville Union Agriscience Building
Pick up Christmas gifts and goodies from local arts and crafts vendors at Mistletoe Market! There will be over 50 vendors in attendance selling their beautiful handmade creations. Join in the fun Saturday from 9am-4pm and Sunday 10am-4pm. Admission is free!
November 28th
Location: Downtown Blue Ridge City Park
Get your workout in Thanksgiving morning to prep you for all those carbs at holiday dinner! Come on out for the Blue Ridge Turkey Trot! Walkers & runners welcome! Registration begins at 7am and the race starts at 8am; and don’t worry you’ll have plenty of time to make it back for your Thanksgiving feast!
November 28th
Location: Paradise Hills, Cabins-Spa-Farm Winery
Come on our for the Thanksgiving Gobble Wobble- a family fu 5K race! The race starts at 8:30am and feel free to walk or run the race. Tickets are $25 and first 50 there get a turkey hat! All the proceeds go towards “Beyond the Vineyard Program” to benefit youth programs in Union County. Thanksgiving Dinner Open Table
November 28th
Location: Fannin County High School
Don’t have a Thanksgiving meal planned? No problem, the Good Samaritans of Fannin County will take care of you! Head to Fannin County High School’s cafeteria on Thanksgiving from 12pm-4pm for good food & fellowship. They’ll be offering smoked turkey with all the fixin’s and takeout meals are available as well.
Mountain Country Christmas Lights
November 28th-November 30th
Location: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
See the Christmas lights reflecting off the waters of Lake Chatuge at the Georgia Mountain Fair’s Mountain Country Christmas Lights! There will be Christmas music, arts and craft vendors, holiday food, hot chocolate, Cowtown exhibit, pictures with Santa, and beautiful lights around the grounds. The event runs every Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 6pm-9pm November 28rd thru December 7th and then nightly December 12th thru December 23rd.November 29th
Location: McCaysville
McCaysville has their own light up celebration as well! There will be shopping, dining, pictures with Santa, and holiday cheer all along the river. The fun starts at 5pm and the tree lighting is at 7pm!
November 29th
Location: Paradise Hills, Cabins-Spa-Farm Winery
Black Friday shop while drinking a refreshing glass of wine! Paradise Hills will be having great deals on wine and gifts, you won’t want to miss it!Light Up Blue Ridge Festivities
November 29th-November 30th
Location: Downtown Blue Ridge GA
On Friday Downtown Blue Ridge will have a special Blue Friday event where there will be store discounts, food vendors, strolling entertainment, and Christmas cheer! The Gingerbread Village will also open that afternoon as well at The Arts Center. Then on Saturday the real fun begins! Santa will be in town ready to take photos with kids in the gazebo from 12pm-4:15pm. And downtown will be filled with food vendors, strolling Christmas entertainment, and even more Christmas cheer! Then at 5:30pm the Christmas Parade starts at the corner of East Main street and Church street. And the great tree will be lit right after the parade at 7pm! It’s going to be a wonderful weekend of holiday fun
