As August unfolds, Athens, Georgia, offers a variety of events catering to diverse interests. Here’s a selection of happenings to mark on your calendar:
Weekly Farmers Market
When: Every Wednesday, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: Creature Comforts Brewery, 271 W Hancock Ave
Enjoy fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, arts, and crafts. Live music starts at 6 p.m. The market also doubles SNAP dollars spent. For more details, visit the Athens Farmers Market website.
Sunflower Concert Series: Abbey Road LIVE!
When: Tuesday, August 18, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: State Botanical Garden of Georgia
Experience the music of the Beatles with Abbey Road LIVE! performing nearly 150 Beatles tunes. Tickets are $24 for adults and $12 for children aged 5-16. Children under 5 are admitted free. Friends of the Garden Members receive a 10% discount. More information is available on the State Botanical Garden’s website.
Classic City Soul Food Festival
When: Saturday, August 15, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Where: Union Fare Outdoor Marketplace – Downtown Athens
Hosted by the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement (AADM), this festival celebrates soul food and community. Note: The event has been postponed; please check the AADM website for updates.
Old Folks 4K
When: August 20–22
Where: Virtual
In celebration of Old Folks Day, participate in this virtual 4K run. Special rules allow participants to subtract one second from their finishing time for each year of their age. Registration is $14.44. Details can be found on the Clover Glove website.
Live Music at Georgia Theatre
Penelope Road and Winyah
When: Friday, August 28, and Saturday, August 29, 8:00 PM
Where: Georgia Theatre, 215 N Lumpkin St
Enjoy live performances by Penelope Road and Winyah. Tickets start at $37.25. For more information, visit the Georgia Theatre’s official website.
Stay tuned for more updates on local events, and make the most of what Athens has to offer this August!