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SUMMARY:Spring Pottery and Art Market - Quinlan Visual Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:The Quinlan Visual Arts Center is proud to host the 4th Annual Spring Pottery and Art Market from April 24 through April 26. Come support local living artists! Open to the Public.\n​\nMarket hours:\nFriday\, April 24: 12:00 PM-8:00 PM\nSaturday\, April 25: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM\nSunday\, April 26: 12:00 PM-6:00 PM \n770.536.2575 | INFO@QVAC.org
URL:https://www.exploregainesville.org/event/spring-pottery-art-market-quinlan-visual-arts-center/
LOCATION:Quinlan Visual Arts Center\, 514 Green Street NE\, Gainesville\, GA\, 30501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Downtown Events,Main Calendar
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SUMMARY:2026 Gainesville-Hall Dragonboat Challenge - Lake Lanier Olympic Park
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Gainesville Hall Dragon Boat Challenge is slated for April 25th from 7am – 3pm! \nREGISTER BY JANUARY 31ST AND RECEIVE 10 FREE PARKING PASSES!!!!! \nEntry fee includes a 1.5 hr. practice session the weekend before races with trained steersperson: April 17th (evening)\, April 18th and 19th (day). \nThis event uses 10-person +1 drummer Dragon Boats (teams of 11) with a weight limit of 2000 lbs. Perfect for the small business teams\, corporate teams\, church groups\, or neighborhood teams! Yes\, this event uses the small dragon boats which are a perfect way to get part of your full festival squad improving through practices. 100% of the proceeds of this event goes to LCKC.\nAll teams will have three 200 meters races (2 heats and a final). We also have the exciting distance race for Open and maybe some openings for a few other adventurous teams wanting to take part in racing for + – 2\,000 meters. \n-Best Dressed Drummer Contest\n-Adrian Williams Most Team Spirit Award\n-The Scott Crain Memorial Overall Champion Award\n-Medals for top three in divisions \nWith the sponsorship option\, we will put your company logo on a banner that we will hang up on the day of the event\, make special announcements about your company during the event\, and post your company information on our social media leading up to the event.
URL:https://www.exploregainesville.org/event/2026-gainesville-hall-dragonboat-challenge-lake-lanier-olympic-park/
LOCATION:Lake Lanier Olympic Park\, 3105 Clarks Bridge Road\, Gainesville\, GA\, 30506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main Calendar
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SUMMARY:Midland Market - NoFo Brew Co
DESCRIPTION:Come stroll the Midland Greenway and shop from amazing local vendors on Saturdays from 1 PM – 5 PM! \nFresh eggs\, local produce\, flowers\, delicious baked goods\, handmade jewelry\, pottery\, candles\, artwork\, and much more! \nRight outside NoFo Brew Co.
URL:https://www.exploregainesville.org/event/midland-market-nofo-brew-co/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Midland Greenway\, 682 Grove Street\, Gainesville\, GA\, 30501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Events,Main Calendar
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SUMMARY:Digital Photography With Any Camera - Quinlan Visual Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:2 sessions | April 24 & 25\, 2026 | $140 \n\nField Shoot (Botanical Gardens) 10:00 AM-12:30 PM\nClassroom instruction 6:00-8:00PM\n\nJoin award-winning nature photographer Larry Winslett for a special series of Digital Photography (with any camera) classes on April 24th and 25th! \nKnown for his stunning work capturing wildflowers\, wildlife\, rivers\, and Georgia’s iconic granite outcrops—Stone\, Panola\, and Arabia Mountains—Larry brings decades of experience as both an exhibiting artist and dedicated educator. His photography has been featured in major publications\, museums\, and permanent exhibits\, and he has taught workshops across North America. \nIn these hands-on classes\, Larry will share his expertise in capturing the beauty of the natural world while offering practical techniques you can immediately apply in the field. Whether you’re looking to refine your artistic vision or strengthen your technical skills\, this series offers a unique opportunity to learn from one of the region’s most respected nature photographers.
URL:https://www.exploregainesville.org/event/digital-photography-classes-qvac/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Quinlan Visual Arts Center\, 514 Green Street NE\, Gainesville\, GA\, 30501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Main Calendar
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SUMMARY:Die Laughing Comedy - Blue Door
DESCRIPTION:Experience a live comedy show in Gainesville\, GA that delivers real laughs and a real party. Die Laughing Comedy transforms The Blue Door nightclub into a full-scale comedy club for one unforgettable night. Featuring touring comedians and comedy club regulars\, this show brings the best stand-up comedy to Gainesville’s nightlife scene. \nThis isn’t just another night out — it’s a professional comedy show in a nightclub setting\, followed by a full night of music and dancing. Your ticket includes free entry to The Blue Door after the comedy show\, so you can laugh hard\, stay late\, and skip the cover charge. \nExpect high-energy performances\, sharp jokes\, and top-tier talent — the kind of comics who crush in major cities and are now lighting up Gainesville’s comedy scene. Whether you’re a fan of stand-up comedy\, looking for a fun date night\, or just need a reason to get out of the house\, this is the Gainesville comedy event you don’t want to miss.
URL:https://www.exploregainesville.org/event/die-laughing-comedy-at-blue-door-2/
LOCATION:Blue Door\, 107 Bradford St NE\, Gainesville\, GA\, 30501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Events,Main Street Events
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