[ January 29, 2026 ] A weekend in the North Georgia Mountains is calling your name! From live music and trivia nights to hiking trails and local dining - Pickens County, GA offers something for every type of traveler. Discover the best things to do in Jasper, Marble Hill, Tate, Talking Rock, and nearby communities this weekend!

THIS WEEKEND'S HIGHLIGHTS by VISIT PICKENS

Thursday, Jan 29: Kickstart the Weekend
Start the fun early in the unique rail-car atmosphere of Talking Rock Brewery. They are hosting their Open Mic Night with Rusted Melody at 5 PM. It's the perfect spot to grab a local craft brew and enjoy raw, homegrown talent-or step up to the mic yourself!

Later in the evening, if you're feeling lucky, head over to Rocco's Pub for Poker starting at 7 PM.

Friday, Jan 30: Brainiacs and Beats
Friday night is all about friendly competition. Talking Rock Brewery takes center stage again with Hard Hitting Trivia at 7 PM. Gather your smartest friends, grab a cold drink, and see if you have what it takes to claim the title.

Saturday, Jan 31: A Day of Discovery
Saturday is packed with excitement across the county. Talking Rock Brewery keeps the good vibes flowing with Live Music at 4 PM, a perfect afternoon stop after exploring the town.

For those looking to celebrate unique traditions, Fainting Goat Vineyards is hosting a Groundhog's Day Party all day long, featuring live tunes from Sterling Barrett at 1:30 PM. Meanwhile, jeep enthusiasts should steer toward Rocco's Pub for APEX Jeep Day at 11:45 AM, followed by their Mardi Fundraiser Bash with Brandon Stone Jr. at 11 AM and The Fuze rocking the stage later that night at 8 PM.

Looking to learn something new? Check out these ticketed workshops at Riggin Farm: Winter Garden Prep (2 PM) and How to Start a Farm Business (4:30 PM).

Sunday, Feb 1: Sunday Funday & Blues
Wrap up the weekend with some soul. Rocco's Pub hosts their famous Rocco's Blues Jam with Steve Rangel & Voodoo Tramps at 2 PM. Over at Fainting Goat Vineyards, you can unwind with live music from Matthew Grant at 1:30 PM. Finally, keep the party going with a Mardi Gras celebration at Dos Margaritas at 5 PM.

Want to see everything happening in our mountains? For a full calendar of events, details on venues, and more travel inspiration, check out Visit Pickens and plan your perfect getaway.