Fall is the best time to visit the North Georgia mountains. We have put together a list of the best Fall Activities to experience in Ellijay. From the Georgia Apple Festival to senic views, this list will give you great things to do in the Fall.

Congratulations to Country Creations & Gallery on their recent ribbon cutting held August 21, 2018. 

North Georgia has the best festivals and events in September & October. From Crushing Grapes to Fall fairs and festivals, here are the best events happening in North Georgia. 

 We got a sneak peak at the Good Samaritan Catholic Church's Flea Market that is happening this Friday, September 14 from 8:30-4:00pm and Saturday, September 15 from 8:30-12pm at the Lions Club Fairgrounds. Debbie Slaughter, in charge of organizing the flea market, showed us around the event as volunteers were working hard to get everything set up. They have a lot of clothing for all ages and sizes!

Congratulations to Wendi Dickman owner New Ground Market on her recent ribbon cutting and celebration of her one year anniversary of ownership.

Thanks to the hard work of business owners and volunteers, Ellijay is a true mountain bike destination that you must visit. Ellijay continues to provide awesome trails and all the services a Mountain Biker might need, whether you are a beginner or advanced.

 In its fifth year, the Georgia Apple Blossom Festival is “all about the local,” according to Karla Haege, event organizer and Tourism Manager for the Gilmer Chamber. This 2018 event, presented by Jasper Coca-Cola Bottling Co. will take place Saturday, May 5 and Sunday, May 6, on Craig Street, which runs parallel to Highway 515 and is in front of the Gilmer Chamber & Welcome Center located at 696 First Ave, East Ellijay.

Congratulations to MustLove Art on the recent ribbon cutting on April 19, 2018.

 On Tuesday, March 27, 2018 a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting was held for Mona’s Formal Wear. Mona’s specializes in prom, pageant and special occasion dress sales. They have tuxedo rentals for any event.

 On Tuesday, March 20, 2018 a ribbon cutting was held for Home Instead Senior Care at the Gilmer Chamber. Home Instead was founded in 1994 and now the Blairsville office serves our area offering dependable, compassionate care on all levels.

On Tuesday, March 13, 2018, the Chamber hosted a ribbon cutting for Wipe Out Cleaning. After 25 years in Florida, owner Joy Fitzpatrick, recently moved her business to North Georgia.

 Strings and Stitches Yarn Shoppe and The North Georgia Knitting Guild are proud to present the First Annual Georgia Mountain Needle Arts Festival. This event will take place in Ellijay at the Gilmer County Civic Center, April 27-29.

 April has always been a fond month for me. Milder weather is always a plus for anglers and guides alike. Just all kinds of activity everywhere, and especially on and in the streams. The rainbow trout are beautifully colored up right now from their spawning activities.

 The March Network Luncheon was held on March 8, 2018 and was sponsored by Amicalola EMC. Established in 1940, Amicalola EMC is a not-for profit electric cooperative that serves over 48,000 locations in parts of ten north Georgia counties which include: Bartow, Cherokee, Dawson, Fannin, Forsyth, Gilmer, Gordon, Lumpkin, Murray and Pickens counties.

Do you need some fun, kid-friendly activities for Spring Break? We have the best list of things to do for your family! Enjoy the new flavors just in time for spring at Abby's Ice Cream and Frozen Yogurt including Georgia Peach, Rainbow Brite Twist, Valencia Orange, Pink Lemonade and more! Try the April flavor of the month, Scout’s Honor--a mint ice cream with Oreo cookie balls & chocolate chips at MooBears Ice Cream & Treatery!