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Current Events

4th Annual Ellijay Bacon Fest

4th Annual Ellijay Bacon Fest

28 September, 2025 at 10:00 am to 05:00 pm on Gilmer River Park 1561 S. Main St, Ellijay, GA, United States

Ellijay Bacon Fest was created to hold an event that allowed our community to gather for the love of bacon while helping raise awareness and money for local charities/organizations. This delicious event also gives local restaurants, chefs, artists and businesses exposure as well as provides an opportunity to give back to the community where they […]

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Great Ape Escape 5k-ish

Great Ape Escape 5k-ish

04 October, 2025 at 08:00 am to 02:00 pm on 2031 Lowery Road, Morgonton, GA, United States

Join us for our 4th Annual Great Ape Escape 5K-ish! (Now in the fall!) Invite your friends and family (and dogs) to walk, run or hike this fun off road event!  This is a rain or shine, non-refundable event. TIME: 9am (check in starts at 8am) COST: $35/person (as well as VIP options) Join us for […]

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 Georgia Apple Festival 2025 1st Weekend

 Georgia Apple Festival 2025 1st Weekend

11 October, 2025 at 08:00 am to 05:00 pm on Ellijay Lions Club Fairgrounds, 1729 South Main Street, Ellijay, GA, United States

For 54 fun-filled years, the Georgia Apple Festival has brought two exciting weekends in October to Gilmer County. Ellijay and East Ellijay hosts hundreds of vendors with handmade, hand-crafted items, on-site demonstrations, live music, and delicious fair food. The festival is named after the ripening apples that you can find all over the area at […]

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2025 Apple Arts Festival 1st Weekend

2025 Apple Arts Festival 1st Weekend

11 October, 2025 at 08:00 am to 05:00 pm on Downtown, Ellijay, GA, United States

Save the Dates: The Apple Arts Festival Returns to Downtown Ellijay! Plan a family outing for the second and third weekends in October and head to Downtown Ellijay for the Apple Arts Festival! Held in conjunction with the Georgia Apple Festival, this vibrant downtown celebration features unique arts & crafts, mouthwatering food, and a fun, […]

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2025 Georgia Apple Festival Parade

2025 Georgia Apple Festival Parade

11 October, 2025 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on Downtown Ellijay - 10 Broad Street, Ellijay, GA, United States

Join us in Downtown Ellijay on Saturday, October 11th, at 10:00 AM for the annual Georgia Apple Festival Parade! This year’s theme, “Happily Ever Ellijay” is inspired by the charm, beauty, and bounty of Gilmer County, and is a chance to celebrate everything that makes our home so special. From orchards to the mountains, Ellijay […]

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 Georgia Apple Festival 2025 2nd Weekend

 Georgia Apple Festival 2025 2nd Weekend

18 October, 2025 at 08:00 am to 05:00 pm on Ellijay Lions Club Fairgrounds, 1729 South Main Street, Ellijay, GA, United States

For 54 fun-filled years, the Georgia Apple Festival has brought two exciting weekends in October to Gilmer County. Ellijay and East Ellijay hosts hundreds of vendors with handmade, hand-crafted items, on-site demonstrations, live music, and delicious fair food. The festival is named after the ripening apples that you can find all over the area at […]

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Past Events

Apple Festival Parade 2021

Apple Festival Parade 2021

08 October, 2021 at 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm on 1729 S Main St, Ellijay, Georgia

We are so excited about this year’s Apple Festival Parade.  It will be held on Friday, October 8th at 6PM.  This allows those that are normally busy with their duties during the day of the Apple Festival to be able to participate in the parade.  This year’s theme is “Georgia Apple Festival – the Golden Year” as we […]

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Georgia Apple Festival 2021 – WEEK 1

Georgia Apple Festival 2021 – WEEK 1

09 October, 2021 at 09:00 am to 05:00 pm on 1729 S Main St, Ellijay, Georgia, United States

The Official Georgia Apple Festival is presented by the Ellijay Lions Club and the Gilmer County Chamber of Commerce every year. There are over 300 vendors and exhibitions.

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Georgia Apple Festival 2021 – WEEK 2

Georgia Apple Festival 2021 – WEEK 2

16 October, 2021 at 09:00 am to 05:00 pm on 1729 S Main St, Ellijay, Georgia, United States

The Official Georgia Apple Festival is presented by the Ellijay Lions Club and the Gilmer County Chamber of Commerce every year. There are over 300 vendors and exhibitions.

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Keep Gilmer Beautiful – e-waste

Keep Gilmer Beautiful – e-waste

13 November, 2021 at 09:00 am to 01:00 pm on Sand St, Ellijay, GA

Join us for another Electronics Recycling Event this year. Location will be the Gilmer County Courthouse Parking Lot

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St. PETrick’s Day Parade

St. PETrick’s Day Parade

12 March, 2022 at 11:00 am to 03:00 pm on 10 North Main Street, Ellijay, Georgia, United States

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Cartecay Wine Run 5K

Cartecay Wine Run 5K

02 April, 2022 at 08:30 am to 10:00 am on Cartecay Vineyards 5704 Clear Creek Rd, Ellijay, GA

Join us on Saturday, April 2nd, 2022 for a super fun event that features the amazing hospitality and scenery of Cartecay Vineyards with a breathtaking backdrop of the Southern Appalachian Mountains.

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