The Boathouse

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

Join us for the annual
SQUAREcrows Contest on the
Downtown Gainesville Square!
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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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Chicken Festival

Join us on October 17th, 2026 at
Lake Lanier Olympic Park for
Georgia’s Official Chicken Cook-Off!
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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!

October 13, 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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October 17, 2026 Gainesville Chicken Festival 2026 – Lake Lanier Olympic Park
Join us at Lake Lanier Olympic Park for Gainesville’s annual Chicken Festival!
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October 18, 2026 2026 SQUAREcrows – Downtown Gainesville
It’s the 12th annual SQUAREcrow take-over on the Historic Gainesville Square!
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October 30, 2026 Trick or Treat on the Square – Downtown Gainesville
Join us in 2026 on the Historic Downtown Gainesville Square for our annual Trick Or…
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November 10, 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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November 21, 2026 Jingle Mingle 2026 – Downtown Gainesville
Join us on November 21st, 2026 at Jingle Mingle and the Lighting of the Chicken in…
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The Suitcase Family is getting creative! 🎨🧳

This week, Ridge, Tiara and Scout explored the galleries at the Quinlan Visual Arts Center and discovered some of the incredible art on display right here in Gainesville!

Of course, everyone had their own favorites… 👀 Which piece would you stop to check out?

Another Gainesville adventure in the books! ✨

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💍 Congratulations to the Butlers! 🤍

Did you know Roosevelt Square is a beautiful place to take photos and make memories right here in Gainesville? 📸✨ From engagements and weddings to family photos and special milestones, Downtown Gainesville makes the perfect backdrop for life’s sweetest moments.

📍 Roosevelt Square | Gainesville, GA

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What’s happening this weekend in Gainesville? 👀📍

There’s plenty to get out and enjoy! ☀️

🐉 Dragon Boat Welcome Center Day — Friday, Sept. 11 | 1–3 PM
🐉🚣 Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival at Lake Lanier Olympic Park — Saturday, Sept. 12
🥕 Hall County Farmers Market — Saturday, Sept. 12 | 9 AM–12 PM
🐶💦 Soggy Doggy Pool Party at Frances Meadows Aquatics&Fitness — Sunday, Sept. 13 | 1–4:30 PM
🎨🎄 K–12 Holiday Card Art Contest at Quinlan Visual Arts Center — Sunday, Sept. 13 | 1–5 PM

And that’s just the start! ✨ Check out our full event calendar at the link in our bio to see even more happening around Gainesville.

Know of another event happening this weekend? Drop it in the comments! 👇

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