Events in Valdosta today

Bingo with Gracee brings lively fun to The Slice Pizzeria in Hahira, GA. Enjoy friendly competition with prizes, pizza specials, and an upbeat atmosphere. All ages are welcome, making it a fit for family outings, date night, or a casual hangout with friends. Bring an appetite and a little luck.

Set out on a saltwater diving trip in West Palm Beach focused on colorful reefs and encounters with local marine life. The experience is arranged so you can concentrate on the dives while the logistics are handled. The all-inclusive price is $150 per day and covers boat and parking fees, rental tanks, a BCD, and a regulator. A new mouthpiece is required for the regulator and is purchased separately. A personal guide leads the way underwater to support navigation and safety. Availability is limited. For details or to reserve a spot, call 229-244-4084.

This volunteer-focused gathering at Tifton Community Garden centers on caring for the garden while strengthening community connections. Recent efforts have been productive and there is appreciation for everyone who has contributed. More volunteers are requested to help continue the progress and make the space the best it can be.

Now in its 13th year, this community-wide family reunion brings South Georgia together under the leadership of the NCNW Valdosta-Lowndes Metro Section. Inspired by the work of Dr. Dorothy I. Height and the National Black Family Reunion movement, it celebrates family, service, culture, and community. The event features free food distribution while supplies last, live music and entertainment, a Kids Zone with bounce houses, Community Bingo, giveaways and prizes, and opportunities to connect with local organizations and access community resources. It takes place at Unity Park Amphitheater, and admission is free for the entire community. Organizers are welcoming support from the community, including vendors, volunteers, and donors. Vendor options include informational vendors at no cost, merchandise vendors for 25 dollars, and food vendors for 50 dollars. Volunteer participation and donor contributions help sustain programs that support families, youth, education, and community initiatives across South Georgia.

Explore the craft of candle making at Thomasville Pine Market in a hands-on workshop led by candle maker Sheri Dorminey of Blackbird Wick & Pour. You will choose a favorite scent, learn the process from start to finish, pour your own candle, and take your finished creation home. It is a welcoming option for a fun outing with friends, a mother and daughter activity, a date, or anyone ready to learn something new. The price is $50 per person, and seating is limited.