First Friday Concerts

First Friday Concerts
continue ON THE SQUARE
in Historic Downtown Gainesville!
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Upcoming Events

Save the date, or rather save the DATES, because Gainesville’s calendar is filled with exciting events. Join us for annual events such as the Chicken Festival, Jingle Mingle, Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival, First Fridays, Food Truck Fridays and so much more!

August 1, 2025 First Friday Concerts – Downtown Gainesville
Join us on the history Downtown Gainesville Square for our First Friday Concert Series!
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August 15, 2025 Food Truck Fridays – Lake Lanier Olympic Park
Food Truck Fridays are rockin’ all summer long at Lake Lanier Olympic Park!
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August 25, 2025 2025 Georgia Downtown Conference – Georgia Downtown Association
We are so excited to welcome the Georgia Downtown Association to Downtown Gainesville for the…
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7 hours ago

Official City of Gainesville, Georgia merch is HERE and it’s too good to miss! 💙✨
Our new totes, tumblers, and ceramic coasters feature custom artwork of some of the most iconic spots around town including Lake Lanier Olympic Park, Downtown Gainesville, and the Midland Greenway. Whether you're a proud local or just love exploring #GVLGA, this collection is the perfect way to show off your city spi
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Official City of Gainesville, Georgia merch is HERE and it’s too good to miss! 💙✨
Our new totes, tumblers, and ceramic coasters feature custom artwork of some of the most iconic spots around town including Lake Lanier Olympic Park, Downtown Gainesville, and the Midland Greenway. Whether youre a proud local or just love exploring #GVLGA, this collection is the perfect way to show off your city spirit.
Available now at the Gainesville Welcome Center!
• 300 Henry Ward Way
 • Mon to Fri, 8am - 5pm
Come grab yours before theyre gone!
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#gainesvillega #lakelanier #exploregainesville #northgeorgia #shoplocal
2 days ago

Kasey the Karrot is making a comeback this First Friday, and he’s here to help us give back in a big way! 🥕💚
Explore Gainesville and the Kiwanis Club of Gainesville are teaming up for a community food drive to benefit The Georgia Mountain Food Bank. Bring a nonperishable food item to the square and enjoy live music, summer fun, and the chance to support local families in need.

• Friday, August 1
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4 days ago

The City of Gainesville, Georgia Championship returns to Chattahoochee Golf Club this week, July 25th–27th! 🏌️‍♂️⛳️
This annual tournament is open to all amateur golfers with an established United States Golf Association - USGA Handicap Index. Think you’ve got what it takes to compete? Entry forms are available now at the CGC Pro Shop (301 Tommy Aaron Dr)!
For more information, call CGC at (770) 5
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The City of Gainesville, Georgia Championship returns to Chattahoochee Golf Club this week, July 25th–27th! 🏌️‍♂️⛳️
This annual tournament is open to all amateur golfers with an established United States Golf Association - USGA  Handicap Index. Think you’ve got what it takes to compete? Entry forms are available now at the CGC Pro Shop (301 Tommy Aaron Dr)!
For more information, call CGC at (770) 532-0066.
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#ExploreGainesvilleGA #ChattahoocheeGolfClub #CityChampionship #GainesvilleGA #GolfTournament #georgiagolf
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