NCAA Womens Rowing Championships

Welcome NCAA Womens
Rowing Championships
to Lake Lanier Olympic Park!
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The Boathouse

Introducing the City of Gainesville's
newest, premier lakeside event venue...
Now Booking on Lake Lanier!
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First Fridays

Join us July 3rd for a special
First Friday Concert on
the Midland Greenway
and celebrate Independence Day
with a special fireworks show!
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GA US250

In recognition of the 250th
anniversary of the founding of the U.S.,
which will be celebrated officially on July 4, 2026,
the Georgia US250 Committee was established by
Governor Brian Kemp to empower communities to
plan and celebrate with events that educate
and honor this achievement and its ongoing
positive effects in the world.
GA US250 Events
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Upcoming Events

Save the date, or rather save the DATES, because Gainesvilleโ€™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!

July 14, 2026 Ekphrasis for the Masses – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Please join Quinlan Visual Arts Center for this welcoming and fun poetry session to learn…
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July 17, 2026 Food Truck Fridays – Lake Lanier Olympic Park
Food Truck Fridays are rockinโ€™ all summer long at Lake Lanier Olympic Park!
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August 7, 2026 First Friday Concerts – Downtown Gainesville
Join us on the history Downtown Gainesville Square for our First Friday Concert Series!
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August 11, 2026 Ekphrasis for the Masses – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Please join Quinlan Visual Arts Center for this welcoming and fun poetry session to learn…
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August 21, 2026 Food Truck Fridays – Lake Lanier Olympic Park
Food Truck Fridays are rockinโ€™ all summer long at Lake Lanier Olympic Park!
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September 4, 2026 First Friday Concerts – Downtown Gainesville
Join us on the history Downtown Gainesville Square for our First Friday Concert Series!
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๐ŸŒฟ Your weekend escape is closer than you think.

Book your weekend getaway in Gainesville, Georgia, and discover charming accommodations, locally owned restaurants, unique shopping, scenic parks, and beautiful lakeside viewsโ€”all in one unforgettable destination.

Whether you're planning a romantic retreat, a family adventure, or a relaxing staycation, Gainesville is ready to welcome you.

โœจ Book your weekend getaway now and start making memories.

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๐ŸŒฟ Your weekend escape is closer than you think.Book your weekend getaway in Gainesville, Georgia, and discover charming accommodations, locally owned restaurants, unique shopping, scenic parks, and beautiful lakeside viewsโ€”all in one unforgettable destination.Whether youre planning a romantic retreat, a family adventure, or a relaxing staycation, Gainesville is ready to welcome you.โœจ Book your weekend getaway now and start making memories.#ExploreGainesville #GainesvilleGA #VisitGainesville #WeekendGetaway #GeorgiaGetaway #NorthGeorgia #RoadTrip #Staycation #WeekendEscape #BookNow #Atlanta #AtlantaGA #ExploreAtlanta #Chattanooga #ChattanoogaTN #GreenvilleSC #AthensGA #AlpharettaGA #BufordGA #LakeLanier #DiscoverGeorgia #TravelGeorgia #SoutheastTravel #DayTrip #TravelInspiration

Happy Independence Day, Gainesville! ๐ŸŽ†
Whether youโ€™re catching fireworks, hitting the lake, or celebrating with friends and family โ€” enjoy your 4th of July!

#ExploreGainesvilleGA #GainesvilleGA #4thOfJulyFun #IndependenceDayCelebration #GainesvilleEvents #HallCountyGA #LakeLanierLife #SummerInGeorgia #GeorgiaHoliday
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Happy Independence Day, Gainesville! ๐ŸŽ†Whether youโ€™re catching fireworks, hitting the lake, or celebrating with friends and family โ€” enjoy your 4th of July!#ExploreGainesvilleGA #GainesvilleGA #4thOfJulyFun #IndependenceDayCelebration #GainesvilleEvents #HallCountyGA #LakeLanierLife #SummerInGeorgia #GeorgiaHoliday

Thirty years. One incredible legacy. ๐Ÿ…

In 1996, athletes from around the world raced for Olympic gold on the waters of Lake Lanier. Thirty years later, that same Olympic spirit continues to thrive right here in Gainesville.

Join us as we celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Olympic Games at Lake Lanier Olympic Park with an evening of waterfront views, great food, live music, dancing, and a spectacular fireworks show over the lake.

๐Ÿ“… July 25, 2026
๐Ÿ“ The Boathouse at Lake Lanier
๐ŸŽถ Atlanta Wedding Band
๐ŸŽ† Fireworks at 10 PM

From Olympic dreams to lifelong memories, help us celebrate the venue that put Gainesville on the world stage.

Tell us your favorite Olympic memory from Lake Lanier in the comments! ๐Ÿ‘‡

#exploregainesvillega #gainesvillega #lakelanierolympicpark #OlympicLegacy #30yearsofolympics #Atlanta1996 #lakelanier #VisitGainesvilleGA #GeorgiaEvents #OlympicHistory
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Thirty years. One incredible legacy. ๐Ÿ…In 1996, athletes from around the world raced for Olympic gold on the waters of Lake Lanier. Thirty years later, that same Olympic spirit continues to thrive right here in Gainesville.Join us as we celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Olympic Games at Lake Lanier Olympic Park with an evening of waterfront views, great food, live music, dancing, and a spectacular fireworks show over the lake.๐Ÿ“… July 25, 2026๐Ÿ“ The Boathouse at Lake Lanier๐ŸŽถ Atlanta Wedding Band๐ŸŽ† Fireworks at 10 PMFrom Olympic dreams to lifelong memories, help us celebrate the venue that put Gainesville on the world stage.Tell us your favorite Olympic memory from Lake Lanier in the comments! ๐Ÿ‘‡#ExploreGainesvilleGA #GainesvilleGA #LakeLanierOlympicPark #OlympicLegacy #30YearsOfOlympics #Atlanta1996 #LakeLanier #VisitGainesvilleGA #GeorgiaEvents #OlympicHistory
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