Family events in Cornelia, GA

The Growers and Makers Market fills The Garden at Nacoochee Village in Helen with local flavor, live music, and a welcoming community spirit. This outdoor market is free to attend, offers ample parking, and is friendly to families and dogs. As the only farmers market in Alpine Village, it sits just beyond the bustle of downtown, creating a relaxed setting to browse and connect with neighbors. Expect a curated soundtrack that spans classic rock, 50s and 80s favorites, jazz, country, funk, and ragtime while exploring fresh produce, vegetables, pork, honey, mushrooms, microgreens, and lemonade. Beyond the farm goods, the artisans area features artwork, jewelry, gifts, crafts, baked goods, herbs, teas, apparel, and offerings from holistic practitioners, with friendly vendors known for fair pricing. Frequent participants include Gaea’s Cradle Mushrooms and Microgreens, Molly’s Mountain Lemonade, Mountainside Farmacy, Shimmer & Shine Aura, Segar’s Home Kitchen, Barb & Dee’s Antiques, Ann’s Craft Creations, Burlah’s Home Farm, Bow Fairy Bowtique, Red Hive Collective, Humble Vine Farm, Pampered Piggles, The Warped Bee, The Moon Farm, Bitz of Georgia, C&S Creations, Ruby Mae’s, and Shampoochie. The market draws locals and visitors from Helen, Cleveland, Sautee Nacoochee, Blue Ridge, Blairsville, Clarkesville, Cornelia, and Dahlonega, and sits near Nacoochee Village favorites like Nora Mills Granary, Nacoochee Adventures and zip lining, Jumping Goat Coffee, antiques, and a winery.

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Taking place at Jackson County Equestrian Center, this show focuses exclusively on running events. The order of classes is cones, pole bending, cloverleaf barrels, Texas barrels, then an arena race. Entries are $6 per class, and exhibition runs are $4 per class. Each event offers divisions for exhibition, pony, 12 and under, 13 to 19, and open. Concessions will be open.

All are welcome, no matter the weather. This community cruise in brings friends, families, and neighbors together to enjoy a showcase of vintage cars and trucks that celebrate American automotive heritage. DJ Bobby Benfield will provide music, and a range of food trucks and vendors will be on site. Please note that alcoholic beverages are not permitted on Town property. For the safety of children, candy may not be thrown at any parade activities. For car registration or vendor information, contact Warren Weaver at 770-318-6709, Rob Hicks at 678-776-9753, or Bobby Benfield at 404-403-8457.

This benefit dance at Chestatee Zoo offers a polished, family friendly night for guests of every age, from little ones to adults. Dress is formal to semi formal, including for children, setting the tone for a special evening filled with memorable photo moments, a lively dance floor, and the chance to catch a glimpse of a sloth after dark. General admission is 13 dollars per person, volunteers who bring a dish pay 10 dollars, and children five and under attend for free. Attendance is capped at 150 people, keeping the experience intimate and special.