Georgia Mountain Fall Festival Returns to Hiawassee

HIAWASSEE, Ga. — The Georgia Mountain Fall Festival is set to return to the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds this October, offering two weekends of family-friendly entertainment, arts and crafts, live music, and carnival rides.

The festival will take place from Friday, October 10, through Sunday, October 12, and again from Thursday, October 16, through Saturday, October 18. Gates open daily at 10 a.m., with activities continuing until 7 p.m. Admission is $7 for adults; children 12 and under are free. Parking is complimentary, and pets are not permitted on the grounds Georgia Mountain Fair and Fairgrounds.

One of the highlights of the festival is the live music lineup at Anderson Music Hall. On Friday, October 10, Neal McCoy and Ronnie McDowell will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday, October 11, features Chase Rice at 7 p.m., and Trace Adkins will take the stage on Saturday, October 18, also at 7 p.m. Tickets for these concerts are sold separately and include festival admission Georgia Mountain Fair and Fairgrounds.

In addition to the music, the festival offers a variety of attractions. The carnival midway, open during the first weekend (October 10–12), features over a dozen rides, including a Ferris wheel, bumper cars, and a carousel. Unlimited ride wristbands are available for purchase, with prices ranging from $25 to $30 depending on the day Georgia Mountain Fair and Fairgrounds.

Other attractions include Bruno Blaszak's Royal Bengal Tiger Show, offering daily performances that combine education and entertainment. The Bear Factory showcases custom chainsaw carvings, and the Cowboy

Circus provides interactive rodeo-themed entertainment during the second weekend (October 16–18) Georgia Mountain Fair and Fairgrounds.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the official Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds website at georgiamountainfairgrounds.com.

Whether you're a local resident or visiting from out of town, the Georgia Mountain Fall Festival promises a memorable experience filled with music, food, and fun for all ages.