Wilshire Wonderland of Lights – Gainesville Parks & Recreation
Come explore the Wilshire Wonderland of Lights all season long! Watch as Wilshire Trail transforms into an amazing winter wonderland!
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Nutcracker Scavenger Hunt – Kilwins Gainesville
Join Kilwins Gainesville for a magical journey through historic Downtown Gainesville while searching for Christmas Nutcrackers!
Christmas Craft Week – INK
Make some red & green crafts this week to celebrate the Christmas season!
Carriage Rides – Downtown Gainesville
Carriage Rides – Downtown Gainesville
Each Sunday in December from 5 – 10 pm, enjoy carriage rides around Downtown Gainesville, Georgia!
Chanukah Celebration on the Square – Chabad of Hall County
Chanukah Celebration on the Square – Chabad of Hall County
Join the Chabad of Hall County for the 3rd Annual Chanukah celebration in Historic Downtown Gainesville!
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New Year’s Craft Week – INK
New Year’s Craft Week at INK! Help us bring in the New Year with some fun 2025 crafts!
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First Day Hike – Elachee Nature Science Center
First Day Hike – Elachee Nature Science Center
Kick off the new year with a refreshing outdoor adventure! Join us on January 1st for a FREE 3-mile guided hike along the beautiful Bridge Loop in the Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve.
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2025 Polar Bear Plunge and Paddle – LCKC
2025 Polar Bear Plunge and Paddle – LCKC
Say goodbye to 2024 and dive into the 2025 New Year at our 27th Annual Polar Bear Plunge fundraiser for LCKC, a non-profit organization. Join us for a unique experience on the lake! This event draws thrill seekers of all walks of life to plunge themselves into the cool waters of Lake Lanier, to bring in 2025. Awards will be given for best costume and best jump.
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Discovery Saturdays – Elachee Nature Science Center
Discovery Saturdays – Elachee Nature Science Center
Kick off the new year with exciting STEM adventures perfect for young scientists and engineers! Unleash your curiosity and get hands-on with engaging activities designed to inspire the next generation of innovators.
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Live Music: Corey Smith – Boot Barn Hall
Live Music: Corey Smith – Boot Barn Hall
Corey Smith, the fan-made man from Jefferson, GA, has sold over 1 million concert tickets, 1.5 million digital singles and over 220,000 albums. Corey’s Spotify channel has amassed over 5.76 million listeners with more than 73 million streams and is currently averaging over 1.13 million streams each month.
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Sprouts: Nature Based Play – Elachee Nature Science Center
Sprouts: Nature Based Play – Elachee Nature Science Center
Calling all little explorers! Join us for a delightful morning of fun and learning with Mrs. Katie!
Free – $10
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Exploring Watercolor I with Krys Pettit – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Exploring Watercolor I with Krys Pettit – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
In Exploring Watercolor I, Krys Pettit will give you the basics and practical knowledge of working with watercolor.
Pages & Pines: Silent Book Club – Elachee Nature Science Center
Pages & Pines: Silent Book Club – Elachee Nature Science Center
Experience the joys of a book club without the pressure of group reading!
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An Evening With Judy Collins – Boot Barn Hall
An Evening With Judy Collins – Boot Barn Hall
Judy Collins has inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, personal life triumphs, and a firm commitment to social activism!
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Departure: Journey Tribute Band – Boot Barn Hall
Departure: Journey Tribute Band – Boot Barn Hall
In their 17th year together, DEPARTURE is the most respected Journey tribute band in the nation!
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Discovery Saturdays – Elachee Nature Science Center
Discovery Saturdays – Elachee Nature Science Center
Kick off the new year with exciting STEM adventures perfect for young scientists and engineers! Unleash your curiosity and get hands-on with engaging activities designed to inspire the next generation of innovators.
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Winter Exhibition Artist Talk – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Winter Exhibition Artist Talk – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Join us for our Winter Exhibition Artist Talk on Saturday, January 11th at 11AM.
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Winter Bob Ross Paint and Sip – Atlanta Botanical Garden GVL
Winter Bob Ross Paint and Sip – Atlanta Botanical Garden GVL
Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Consider gifting tickets to our Bob Ross panting class!
Complete a landscape painting inspired by the works of Bob Ross in just one class! No prior painting experience needed.
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Wild Wisdom – Elachee Nature Science Center
Wild Wisdom – Elachee Nature Science Center
Do you love science and want to learn more about the natural world around us? Then Wild Wisdom is for you! Join us for engaging twice-monthly discussions and hikes led by experts on fascinating topics like birds, spring wildflowers, and the intersection of nature and health!
1 event,
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Sprouts: Nature Based Play – Elachee Nature Science Center
Sprouts: Nature Based Play – Elachee Nature Science Center
Calling all little explorers! Join us for a delightful morning of fun and learning with Mrs. Katie!
Free – $10
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Metallica Tribute: The Four Horsemen – Boot Barn Hall
Metallica Tribute: The Four Horsemen – Boot Barn Hall
Feel the speed. Hear the precision. Witness the power. THE FOUR HORSEMEN are the ultimate Metallica tribute band, delivering performances so perfect they could be mistaken for the real deal!
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Live Music: Clay Walker – Boot Barn Hall
Live Music: Clay Walker – Boot Barn Hall
Clay Walker is a celebrated country music artist known for his string of chart-topping hits, platinum albums, and distinctive voice that’s captivated fans for over two decades!
Evenings of Intimate Jazz: Joe Gransden – Smithgall Arts Center
Evenings of Intimate Jazz: Joe Gransden – Smithgall Arts Center
Join Joe and his band as they take you on a swingin’ stroll through the life and career of Tony Bennett!
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Discovery Saturdays – Elachee Nature Science Center
Discovery Saturdays – Elachee Nature Science Center
Kick off the new year with exciting STEM adventures perfect for young scientists and engineers! Unleash your curiosity and get hands-on with engaging activities designed to inspire the next generation of innovators.
Evenings of Intimate Jazz: Joe Gransden – Smithgall Arts Center
Evenings of Intimate Jazz: Joe Gransden – Smithgall Arts Center
Join Joe and his band as they take you on a swingin’ stroll through the life and career of Tony Bennett!
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1 event,
Martin Luther King Craft Week – INK
Martin Luther King Craft Week at INK! Celebrate MLK while making a craft this week!
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Exploring Watercolor I with Krys Pettit – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Exploring Watercolor I with Krys Pettit – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
In Exploring Watercolor I, Krys Pettit will give you the basics and practical knowledge of working with watercolor.
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Homeschool Workshop: Microgreens – Atlanta Botanical Garden Gainesville
Homeschool Workshop: Microgreens – Atlanta Botanical Garden Gainesville
Learning how to sow, grow, and harvest microgreens at home can feel daunting. These small but nutritious food sources can be sowed and harvested in as little as 10 days!
$20 – $25
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LifeSouth Blood Drive – GVL Water Department
LifeSouth Blood Drive – GVL Water Department
Join the City of Gainesville, Georgia in supporting the Gainesville-Hall County community by participating in a public blood drive from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025, just outside the Gainesville Department of Water Resources building at 757 Queen City Parkway.
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Homeschool Day: Medieval Daily Life – NEGA History Center
Homeschool Day: Medieval Daily Life – NEGA History Center
Join us at the Northeast Georgia History Center during our January Homeschool Day: Medieval Daily Life on Thursday, January 23rd from 10 AM to 1 PM!
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Live Music: Easton Corbin – Boot Barn Hall
Live Music: Easton Corbin – Boot Barn Hall
Easton Corbin has been gracing stages with his memorable baritone and unique blend of traditional and modern country music for more than a decade - and his latest album release, Let's Do Country Right, is no exception!
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Gainesville Spartans vs. Gwinnett Lions – Gainesville Rugby Club
Mark your calendars and get ready to cheer on the Gainesville Spartans competing against the Gwinnett Lions in the Georgia Rugby Union!
Discovery Saturdays – Elachee Nature Science Center
Discovery Saturdays – Elachee Nature Science Center
Kick off the new year with exciting STEM adventures perfect for young scientists and engineers! Unleash your curiosity and get hands-on with engaging activities designed to inspire the next generation of innovators.
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To The Limit, The Ultimate Eagles Experience – EARLY SHOW: Boot Barn Hall
To The Limit, The Ultimate Eagles Experience – EARLY SHOW: Boot Barn Hall
"To the Limit" captures this spirit in a bottle and somehow makes it their own, using the framework of these legends to produce brand new and exciting moments for every listener to enjoy!
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To The Limit | Ultimate Eagles Experience – Boot Barn Hall
To The Limit | Ultimate Eagles Experience – Boot Barn Hall
"To the Limit" captures this spirit in a bottle and somehow makes it their own, using the framework of these legends to produce brand new and exciting moments for every listener to enjoy!
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1 event,
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Wild Wisdom – Elachee Nature Science Center
Wild Wisdom – Elachee Nature Science Center
Do you love science and want to learn more about the natural world around us? Then Wild Wisdom is for you! Join us for engaging twice-monthly discussions and hikes led by experts on fascinating topics like birds, spring wildflowers, and the intersection of nature and health!
1 event,
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Liverpool Legends | The Beatles Experience – Boot Barn Hall
Liverpool Legends | The Beatles Experience – Boot Barn Hall
Experience the Ultimate Beatles Tribute with Liverpool Legends!
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JUMP | America’s Van Halen Experience – Boot Barn Hall
JUMP | America’s Van Halen Experience – Boot Barn Hall
Get ready for a high-octane rock 'n' roll adrenaline rush as JUMP, the premier Van Halen tribute band, takes over Boot Barn Hall!
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February Discovery Saturday – Elachee Nature Science Center
February Discovery Saturday – Elachee Nature Science Center
Join us every Saturday in February for a bird-themed adventure at Elachee! Each week, dive into the world of our feathered friends with hands-on activities, including a special bird program, owl pellet dissection, and exciting animal encounters. This is a perfect opportunity to connect with nature and learn more about the incredible birds that share our world.
Free – $50
