Welcome to Gainesville!
Whether new to town, on a vacation, or just looking to shake up your routine, the City of Gainesville Visitor Center is here to make your time in Gainesville one for the books!
What the Visitor Center can do for you:
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Provide Information on Local Attractions
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Help Plan an Itinerary Based on Interests
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Recommend Dining Options
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Hook You Up with Amazing Gainesville Gear!
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Phone: (770) 531-6598
Address: 300 Henry Ward Way, Suite 100
Gainesville, GA 30503
Contact the Visitor Center
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, First Fridays, Food Truck Fridays and so much more!
Ekphrasis for the Masses – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Please join Quinlan Visual Arts Center for this welcoming and fun poetry session to learn…
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Gainesville Chicken Festival 2026 – Lake Lanier Olympic Park
Join us at Lake Lanier Olympic Park for Gainesville’s annual Chicken Festival!
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2026 SQUAREcrows – Downtown Gainesville
It’s the 12th annual SQUAREcrow take-over on the Historic Gainesville Square!
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Trick or Treat on the Square – Downtown Gainesville
Join us in 2026 on the Historic Downtown Gainesville Square for our annual Trick Or…
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Ekphrasis for the Masses – Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Please join Quinlan Visual Arts Center for this welcoming and fun poetry session to learn…
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Jingle Mingle 2026 – Downtown Gainesville
Join us on November 21st, 2026 at Jingle Mingle and the Lighting of the Chicken in…
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The Suitcase Family is getting creative! 🎨🧳
This week, Ridge, Tiara and Scout explored the galleries at the Quinlan Visual Arts Center and discovered some of the incredible art on display right here in Gainesville!
Of course, everyone had their own favorites… 👀 Which piece would you stop to check out?
Another Gainesville adventure in the books! ✨
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💍 Congratulations to the Butlers! 🤍
Did you know Roosevelt Square is a beautiful place to take photos and make memories right here in Gainesville? 📸✨ From engagements and weddings to family photos and special milestones, Downtown Gainesville makes the perfect backdrop for life’s sweetest moments.
📍 Roosevelt Square | Gainesville, GA
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What’s happening this weekend in Gainesville? 👀📍
There’s plenty to get out and enjoy! ☀️
🐉 Dragon Boat Welcome Center Day — Friday, Sept. 11 | 1–3 PM
🐉🚣 Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival at Lake Lanier Olympic Park — Saturday, Sept. 12
🥕 Hall County Farmers Market — Saturday, Sept. 12 | 9 AM–12 PM
🐶💦 Soggy Doggy Pool Party at Frances Meadows Aquatics&Fitness — Sunday, Sept. 13 | 1–4:30 PM
🎨🎄 K–12 Holiday Card Art Contest at Quinlan Visual Arts Center — Sunday, Sept. 13 | 1–5 PM
And that’s just the start! ✨ Check out our full event calendar at the link in our bio to see even more happening around Gainesville.
Know of another event happening this weekend? Drop it in the comments! 👇
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