This weekend in Cherokee County, GA

Night of Fire brings food, music, and community together at Northern Roots Farm in Jasper, GA. Local Batch Co. will be there with fresh-baked breads, cookies, and creamy frozen custard, with treats available to enjoy and to take home. The lineup includes live music, a car show, dining led by Chef Thomas, and drinks, and the event supports the Pickens County Veterans Hall.

Cherokee Recreation and Parks hosts the third annual Live Like Laken 5K Run and Walk at Hobgood Park in Woodstock, GA. This event raises funds for The Laken Hope Foundation, Inc., supporting organizations that advance safety awareness for women, provide assistance, offer tuition support for nursing students, and strengthen children’s healthcare. These priorities reflect what mattered to Laken Riley, who studied nursing at Augusta University after attending UGA. Safety items will be distributed and information will be shared about programs that champion safety education for women. The 5K holds certification for The Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race. Leashed dogs are welcome.

The Woodstock Farm Fresh Market returns for the 2026 season with support from Seacoast Bank. Browse seasonal fruits and vegetables, jams and jellies, honey, meat from nearby farms, seafood from Georgia’s coast, and an assortment of freshly baked breads and pastries. Shoppers will also find bath and beauty items along with other goods. The market is held in Downtown Woodstock.

Celebrate the season with a friendly poker ride that welcomes every rider and every breed. Those without a horse are encouraged to attend for lunch and time with friends. Play one hand for $25 or three for $50, and compete for prizes awarded to the best poker hands. Lunch-only tickets are available for nonriders, making it easy for family and friends to take part. Helmets and proof of a negative coggins are required. Expect staggered ride outs, plus the chance to enjoy a horse playground and obstacle features during or after the ride. Cash and checks are the preferred payment methods. RSVP is needed to receive the registration form, and volunteer opportunities are available.

The second annual celebration of art and jazz returns, presented by Cherokee Recreation and Parks, transforming the park into a multi-sensory scene where visual art, live music, and movement come together. After a debut that surpassed expectations, this edition expands with more artists, more music, and more space to wander, dance, and linger. Original works by talented creators fill the park, matched by jazz that plays throughout the day, from laid-back grooves to spirited sets that make it hard to stay seated. A lineup of food trucks and local flavors keeps the energy up with savory and sweet options you can enjoy near the stage, and beer and wine stations placed throughout make it easy to settle in and enjoy the rhythm. It becomes the kind of day that stretches out... a drink in hand, a favorite spot found, a bite between songs, and before long the crowd is moving together, surrounded by art, sound, great food, and a lively sense of community. Last year set the foundation. This year elevates it, raising the energy and deepening the experience.

Now in its third year, Jack O’ Lantern Jamboree returns to The Mill on Etowah for a weekend packed with Halloween fun and fall memories for all ages. Trick-or-treating winds through the festival, Scream on the Green brings outdoor movie nights, and there is live music and entertainment alongside roaming Halloween characters for meet and greets, a DJ spinning spooky classics, and plenty of photo ops. Local vendors and seasonal treats round out the experience. Costumes are encouraged, the atmosphere is family friendly, and pets can get in on the fun. Admission is free for everyone. Vendor and sponsor opportunities are available.

Learn from MMA veteran and former UFC welterweight title challenger Jon Fitch at Elevate Martial Arts Woodstock. This two hour seminar welcomes participants of all experience levels and focuses on practical techniques drawn from his years in wrestling, MMA, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Training includes striking, ground work and grappling, wrestling-based control and concepts, MMA applications, and time devoted to technique, strategy, and Q&A. Fitch brings a wealth of credentials, including NCAA Division I wrestling at Purdue University, a long professional career with a 32-8-2 record, a UFC welterweight championship challenge, and a black belt under Dave Camarillo with lineage to Ralph Gracie. A short meet and greet follows the seminar for merchandise, autographs, photos, and additional questions. Pricing is $89 for the first 10 registrations, $99 for standard registration, and $119 during the final week or for the final 10 spots. Space is limited and prices increase as capacity is reached. Registration is available via the event QR code or link.

The seventh annual 5k and fun run and walk for suicide prevention will take place at Etowah River Park. The event features a Peachtree qualifying race and welcomes both runners and walkers to participate in support of a vital cause.

An annual trunk-or-treat in Woodstock features a lineup of decorated cars where attendees can collect lots of candy, along with inflatable attractions. The gathering is open to the entire community and typically draws a large crowd. Costumes are encouraged, friends are welcome, and the fun goes on rain or shine.

This Trunk or Treat features free hot dogs, a bounce house, and games with lots of fun.

Southbound Swing hosts a community dance evening in Downtown Woodstock that begins with a beginner East Coast Swing lesson and continues with social dancing. Whether you are brand new or already comfortable on the dance floor, everyone is welcome. Attend solo, with a partner, or with friends. The cost is $15 per person and covers both the lesson and the dance. Capacity is limited, so advance registration is required.

MadLife Stage & Studios hosts The Dave Matthews Tribute Band, a seasoned group devoted to recreating the spirit and sound of Dave Matthews Band. Expect intricate guitar work, soaring violin, smooth saxophone, and dynamic percussion that fuel sing-alongs and a sense of community. Based in Buffalo, NY, the band has refined its craft for more than two decades, with over 2,000 performances across 46 states and 10 countries. With deep respect for the original quintet, they spotlight the classic early feel while weaving in selections from later catalogs to create a well-rounded, authentic tribute that transports listeners. Ages 15 and up. For event or ticket questions, contact the Box Office at (678) 384-2363 ext. 1.

Take in a complimentary show on the patio. Admission does not require a ticket.

Reformation Brewery's Canton taproom rolls out weekly specials that rotate by day. Sundays offer 25% off for bar staff and beertenders across all taprooms. Mondays in Canton and Woodstock feature $6 frozen cocktails and half price JUDEs. Tuesdays bring $5 featured pints in Canton and Woodstock. Thursdays at every location offer a growler with glass and fill for $15, with $5 off when you bring your own growler. Fridays spotlight flights at all venues with 4 oz pours of new choices or familiar favorites. Saturdays at every taproom feature $6 Judemosas.

Returning by popular demand, this performance features energetic, hand clapping harmonies and classic Southern Gospel favorites delivered with an uplifting spirit. Glorybound, a Canton based Southern Gospel ministry and 501(c)(3) nonprofit, focuses on traditional four part harmony and serves churches throughout the Southeast as well as residents of assisted living communities. The mission also includes charitable work such as an annual free dinner concert for widows and widowers, providing Christmas gifts for children in need, sponsoring an orphanage, and supporting a range of community outreach efforts. Contributions made during the event help sustain the ministry. Tickets are released to the public 60 days in advance, with early access available to patrons.