[ August 20, 2026 ] Pickens County is looking especially good this weekend. From live music and local happenings to family fun, good eats, and plenty of reasons to get outside, Visit Pickens has put together a calendar with a little something for everyone. So grab your people, make a plan, and come see where the weekend takes you across the North Georgia Mountains!

THIS WEEKEND'S HIGHLIGHTS BY VISIT PICKENS

Thursday, August 20
Kick off the weekend this Thursday with a great mix of local gatherings and creative workshops. Discover local talent at Talking Rock Brewery during Open Mic Night at 5 pm, or head to the Pickens County Library for the August Sassafras Literary Meeting at 5 pm. The evening offers even more ways to unwind, whether you are trying the Ricotta Gnocchi Workshop at Northern Roots Farm at 6 pm, stretching out with Yoga with Karen at the Pickens County Recreation Department at 5:30 pm, or enjoying Ladies Night at The Beauty Bar at 5 pm.

Friday, August 21
Friday is packed with classic cars, mountain sunsets, and incredible live music. Browse the Tailgate Sip & Shop at Feather + Stone Lifestyle Boutique or check out the Classic Car Show hosted by Pickens Freedom Cruisers, both starting at 4 pm. As the sun sets, Fainting Goat Vineyard is the place to be for a Sunset Concert at 5:30 pm and a ticketed Sunset Supper at 6 pm. Wrap up the night by catching Frankie Sparks performing live at Old Mulehouse at 6 pm or enjoying acoustic sets at Cairn View Winery.

Saturday, August 22
Saturday brings a full day of community markets, grand openings, and live entertainment. Start your morning early by picking up fresh local produce and artisan goods at the Jasper Farmers Market at Lee Newton Park at 7:30 am. Afterward, explore the local shopping scene with the Good Threads & The Local Collective Grand Opening and a Pop-Up Market at Oak & Oven Bread Co. starting at 10 am. Spend your afternoon enjoying local tunes, including Gabe Myers playing live at Talking Rock Brewery at 4 pm, and cap off your Saturday night with high-energy music from The Backyard Chickens at Rocco's Pub at 8 pm.

Sunday, August 23
Wind down your weekend with a relaxing Sunday full of artisan crafts and acoustic melodies. Stroll through downtown to browse unique vendors at the Talking Rock Mountain Makers Market starting at 12 pm. Spend your afternoon enjoying the mountain air and live tunes across the county, featuring a fantastic set by Grace Tallant at Talking Rock Brewery at 2 pm alongside performances at area vineyards like Fainting Goat Vineyards, Cairn View Winery, and Canoe Vineyard & Winery.

Ready for the complete schedule, times, and venue details? Discover the full calendar shared by Visit Pickens and plan your perfect weekend at Visit Pickens!