Plan Your Visit
What To Do
From outdoor activities to amazing cultural experiences, there are endless ways to Explore Gainesville!
Where To Stay
Gainesville offers a wide range of accommodations from modern comforts to cozy lodging. Sweet Dreams!
Where To Dine
Gainesville’s dining options are diverse just like the people, culture, activities and attractions!
Where To Go
Gainesville’s annual event season is full of fun events for the whole family!
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!
John Ferriss Regatta – Lake Lanier Olympic Park
Please join us for the fifth annual John Ferriss Regatta!
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Mutts on Main 2026 – Downtown Gainesville
Join us on March 28th for Mutts on Main, where downtown goes to the dogs!
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2026 Art Walk – Historic Gainesville
Join Downtown Gainesville for their fourth annual Art Walk!
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Food Truck Fridays – Lake Lanier Olympic Park
Food Truck Fridays are rockin’ all summer long at Lake Lanier Olympic Park!
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First Friday Concerts – Downtown Gainesville
Join us on the history Downtown Gainesville Square for our First Friday Concert Series!
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Blue Sky Concerts – Downtown Gainesville
Join us for lunch on the Downtown Square and enjoy our Blue Sky Concert series!
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💘 Love is in the air in Gainesville, Georgia! 💘
Whether you’re planning a romantic night out, a cozy coffee date, or the perfect local gift, Gainesville has everything you need to make Valentine’s Day extra special. ❤️
From charming downtown shops and sweet treats to lakefront views, great dining, and unforgettable experiences celebrating love is easy right here at home. Over the next couple of weeks we'll share some thoughtful ideas for you valentine!
Tag your Valentine, your Galentine, or your favorite adventure partner and tell us how you’re celebrating! 💕
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If you have not been to the Northeast Georgia History Center (NEGAHC) in awhile, you may want to schedule a trip to check to explore the deep Native American history of Northeast Georgia display!
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Step inside the gallery as we explore the deep Native American history of Northeast Georgia — a story that stretches across thousands of years and countless generations. 🌿✨ From early tools and pottery to traditional Cherokee clothing and cultural arts, this exhibit offers a meaningful look at the people who shaped this region long before the city of Gainesville existed. It’s a space for learning, reflection, and hands-on discovery for visitors of all ages. Come experience the history beneath our feet. #InsideTheGallery #NEGAHistory #NativeAmericanHistory #CherokeeHeritage #GainesvilleGA #MuseumExhibit
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🐉🔥 Happy National Dragon Day, Gainesville! 🔥🐉
From powerful paddles to bold public art and a little sip of something fierce, Gainesville knows how to celebrate dragons in style!
🚣♀️ Feel the fire with dragon boat racing energy captured at the Atlanta Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival. This event takes place September 12 this year!
🎨 Spot the scales on our enormous downtown dragon art piece — a true statement of creativity and culture.
🍹 Taste the legend with a vibrant dragon fruit cocktail from NoFo Gainesville!
Whether you’re racing, roaming downtown, or raising a glass, today’s the day to embrace your inner dragon. 🐲
photo cred: Explore Gainesville and @nofogainesville
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