[ September 18, 2025 ] Fall in Pickens County, GA is a season of celebration where the golden leaves, cool mountain breezes, and vibrant community events create the perfect weekend escape! Each weekend brings opportunities for families and friends to gather at outdoor festivals, enjoy live performances, taste local flavors, and take in the stunning autumn scenery. Whether you're a local or visiting for the weekend, our guide highlights all the top things to do in Pickens County this weekend!

THIS WEEKEND'S HIGHLIGHTS by VISIT PICKENS

Thursday, September 18, kicks off the weekend with great options for a relaxing evening. Talking Rock Brewery hosts an Open Mic Night with RustedMelody, while Sharptop Distilling Co. offers its own Open Mic. You can also get a good stretch in with Yoga or enjoy Karaoke at I Love NY Pizza & Bar.

Friday, September 19, marks the beginning of two big events: the 40th Annual Farm Days of Yesteryear, running all weekend at Lee Newton Park, and the start of the play Lickety Split: Men & Women in Outrageous Shorts at the Tater Patch Players. Later in the evening, test your knowledge at Hard Hitting Trivia at Talking Rock Brewery, or check out live music and a Food Truck Friday at Cairn View Winery.

Saturday, September 20, is packed with activities. The 40th Annual Farm Days of Yesteryear continues, showcasing antique engines and historical farm life with a tractor parade at 1 pm. You can also go U-PICK Muscadines at Bella Orchards or enjoy live music from The Orange Walls at Talking Rock Brewery. The Tater Patch Players will have another performance of their hilarious play in the evening. Also on Saturday, the "Pretty in Pink Fiesta" at Dos Margaritas is a fundraiser with Renasant Bank for the North Georgia Alliance for Breast Cancer. The event will feature live music by Matt Chastain from 5 to 8 PM, with 10% of all sales and $1 from every Barbie-rita and Borracho Beer sold being donated to the cause.

Sunday, September 21, offers a chance to catch a matinee performance of Lickety Split by the Tater Patch Players. You can also go U-PICK Muscadines, enjoy a variety of live music performances, or simply take in the beautiful scenery.

FIRST WEEKEND IN OCTOBER The Georgia Marble Festival

T-minus 16 days until the Georgia Marble Festival! Mark your calendars for October 4-5, 2025, to celebrate Pickens County's rich heritage as the "Marble Capital of Georgia." The festival kicks off on Saturday with a 5K Road Race, 1-Mile Fun Run, and a Parade. You can explore the world-famous marble quarries, enjoy live demonstrations, and take the kids to the free Kids Zone.

Festival admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children (ages 6-12), veterans, and seniors. Children 5 and under are free. Quarry tours, which include festival admission, are $20 for adults and $18 for seniors and children (ages 6-12). Free parking and shuttles are available at Chattahoochee Technical College and Ingles Market. This is a rain or shine event, with no smoking or pets allowed.


For a complete look at all of the weekend's events and details, check out Visit Pickens.