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What To Do

From outdoor activities to amazing cultural experiences, there are endless ways to Explore Gainesville!

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Where To Stay

Gainesville offers a wide range of accommodations from modern comforts to cozy lodging. Sweet Dreams!

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Where To Dine

Gainesville’s dining options are diverse just like the people, culture, activities and attractions!

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Where To Go

Gainesville’s annual event season is full of fun events for the whole family!

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Upcoming Events

Save the date, or rather save the DATES, because Gainesville’s calendar is filled with exciting events. Join us for annual events such as the Chicken Festival, Jingle Mingle, Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival, First Fridays, Food Truck Fridays and so much more!

April 17, 2025 2025 Art Walk – Historic Gainesville
Join Downtown Gainesville for their third annual Art Walk!
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April 18, 2025 Food Truck Fridays – Lake Lanier Olympic Park
Food Truck Fridays are rockin’ all summer long at Lake Lanier Olympic Park!
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May 2, 2025 First Friday Concerts – Downtown Gainesville
Join us on the history Downtown Gainesville Square for our First Friday Concert Series!
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The City of Gainesville, Georgia is more colorful, creative, and connected thanks to Vision 2030 Public Art — and now it’s time to celebrate the art of community! ✨🎨
From vibrant murals to inspiring sculptures, Vision 2030 has transformed everyday spaces into places that spark joy, conversation, and pride. Join us at the Block pARTy FUNdraiser to help keep that momentum going!

🗓️ May 6th @ 6-10pm
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Take a stroll through the City of Gainesville, Georgia's creative side during the 2025 Art Walk on April 17th! ✨🎨
Explore vibrant murals, captivating artwork, and local charm at every corner—like this iconic Coca-Cola mural downtown. Grab a friend, enjoy the fresh air, and celebrate art in our community!
Learn more: www.exploregainesville.org/art-walk/
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Take a stroll through the City of Gainesville, Georgias creative side during the 2025 Art Walk on April 17th! ✨🎨 
Explore vibrant murals, captivating artwork, and local charm at every corner—like this iconic Coca-Cola mural downtown. Grab a friend, enjoy the fresh air, and celebrate art in our community!
Learn more: https://www.exploregainesville.org/art-walk/
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#gainesvillega #lakelanier #publicart #northgeorgia #exploregainesville #atlantaart
3 days ago

𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐮𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 City of Gainesville, Georgia 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡! 🎉
Spring has officially arrived in GVL! Soak up the sunshine and discover something new this April at these local events:

• Medievalism in the American Southeast: April 8th, 7pm @ Northeast Georgia History Center (NEGAHC)
• Mel Brooks' "Young Frankenstein" Presented by the Gainesville Theatre Allianc
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𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐮𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 City of Gainesville, Georgia 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡! 🎉
Spring has officially arrived in GVL! Soak up the sunshine and discover something new this April at these local events:

• Medievalism in the American Southeast: April 8th, 7pm @ Northeast Georgia History Center (NEGAHC)
• Mel Brooks Young Frankenstein Presented by the Gainesville Theatre Alliance: April 11th-19th @ UNG - University of North Georgias Ed Cabell Theatre
• Evening of Intimate Jazz with Kate McGarry: April 11th, 8pm @ The Arts Council
• Record Store Day: April 12th, 8am-7pm @ Moes Record Shop
• Glow-In-The-Dark Easter Egg Hunt with Hall County Parks and Leisure: April 12th, 5-9pm @ Laurel Park
🎨 2025 𝘼𝙧𝙩 𝙒𝙖𝙡𝙠: 𝘼𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙡 17𝙩𝙝, 2-8𝙥𝙢 @ Downtown Gainesville 🎨
🚚 𝙁𝙤𝙤𝙙 𝙏𝙧𝙪𝙘𝙠 𝙁𝙧𝙞𝙙𝙖𝙮: 𝘼𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙡 18𝙩𝙝, 5-9𝙥𝙢 @ Lake Lanier Olympic Park 🚚
• United We Run - 5K Walk and Run with United Way of Hall County: April 19th, 9-11am @ Chicopee Baptist Church
•  Earth Week Stream Cleanup & Park Beautification: April 21st-25th @ City of Gainesville, Georgia
• Dueling Pianos: April 26th, 7:30-9:30pm @ Boot Barn Hall - Gainesville

For More Events: www.exploregainesville.org/events/
Know of an event we’re missing? Give us the scoop by filling out our Event Promotion Application Form:
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