Things to do This Memorial Day Weekend in North Georgia
Memorial Day weekend is just around the corner, announcing the official kick off of summer in North Georgia. Whether you are visiting the area for a Memorial Day weekend adventure or are a North Georgia local, here are a few fun events planned for the holiday weekend in the North Georgia mountains.
Memorial Day Weekend Activities in North Georgia
- Enjoy Bavarianfest in Helen – The Bavarian-themed town of Helen, GA is home to the Bavarianfest, a festival held each year on the Saturday before Memorial Day. Active and retired military members and veterans receive free admission to this family friendly event at the Festhalle. Enjoy live music, traditional dancing, delicious German food…and of course beer!
- Get Out on Lake Lanier – There’s always something special about spending your Memorial Day weekend on the water and Lake Lanier is an excellent place to do exactly that. There are over 30,000 acres of water on this popular lake to enjoy. Relax and rent a speed boat, wave runner, party barges, and even a 16-passenger houseboat for a great weekend on the water.
- Gainesville Memorial Day Parade – The Gainesville Memorial Day parade is the perfect opportunity to pay respect to those who lost their lives while serving in the armed forces. Sponsored by the American Legion Paul E. Bolding Post 7 for the past 19 years, the city’s parade is always the highlight of Memorial Day weekend in Gainesville, GA. The parade will begin at First Baptist Church of Gainesville and continue down Green Street and E.E. Butler Parkway, then heads down Spring Street and finishes at the Bank of America building.
- Go Tubing on the Chattahoochee River – Spend the day floating down the Chattahoochee River. There are several tubing companies in North Georgia that can have you tubing in no time this Memorial Day weekend including Helen Water Park. Kick back and relax as you ride the gentle current and experience the beauty of North Georgia and its amazing wildlife.
- Blue Ridge Arts in the Park – Experience the magic of the Blue Ridge Spring Arts in the Park festival this Memorial Day weekend. The popular event welcomes more than 170 artists, exhibitors, and vendors to the Downtown Blue Ridge City Park. Enjoy delicious food, fine arts, and exciting demonstrations with so many artistic experiences. A great way to spend the holiday weekend in the North Georgia Mountains.
- Enjoy the Activities at Lanier Islands Resort – For a variety of Memorial Day activities in North Georgia, consider visiting Lanier Islands Resort for fun happenings like kayaking, golfing, zip-lining, horseback riding, and the Margaritaville water park. Also enjoy camping at a North Georgia campground such as Don Carter State Park and Timberline Glamping Co. to enjoy Memorial Day weekend in North Georgia.
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