Free events in Dahlonega, GA

Bring your current needlework project and spend time with fellow enthusiasts at Needlework Fridays. Crochet, knitting, cross stitch, needlepoint, quilting, and similar crafts are all welcome. This is a relaxed, participant-led club with no instructor. Adults 18 and older are invited, beginners included. It is free and open to the public.

Set along Gainesville’s Midland Greenway beside a tranquil pond, this vibrant farmers market brings together local growers and makers in a setting with a nearby dog park and playground. Browse farm-fresh produce, artisan creations, handmade goods, and distinctive finds while taking in the natural surroundings. With NoFo Brew Co. next door, it is simple to turn a visit into a relaxed outing... shop, wander, sip, and unwind in an inviting outdoor space for all ages. For vendor questions or more information, contact tallpineevents@gmail.com.

NAMI Family Support Group offers a peer-led space for adults who support a loved one experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. Participants share challenges and successes, gaining insight from others with similar experiences in a structured setting that ensures everyone is heard. It is free to attend, designed for adult family members and other loved ones, and facilitated by relatives of people with mental health conditions. Each meeting lasts an hour and a half and takes place on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. The group does not endorse any specific medical treatment or therapy.

Enjoy food, drinks, and a fun atmosphere with free-to-play competition. House cash goes to the top three teams.