Athens Events this Weekend

Staff Report From Athens CEO

Friday, June 26th, 2015

AthFest Music and Arts Festival, 19th Annual
Through Sunday

The AthFest Music and Arts Festival takes place in historic downtown Athens, GA, showcasing more than 100 bands on three free outdoors stages and a Club Crawl Friday and Saturday nights spanning 14 Athens music venues. The festival includes an artist market, KidsFest, and food and drink vendors. Affiliated events start June 24th. The annual festival is a fundraiser for AthFest Educates, which supports local music and arts education for youth in the Athens area.

Downtown Athens
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CCRG's Bad News B's v. Spartanburg Deadly Dolls
Saturday, 7 p.m.

When it gets a little too hot outside at AthFest and you're looking for a comfortable seat in the air-conditioning, come to The Classic Center, Downtown for some hard hitting derby action. CCRG's Bad News B's will be taking on the Spartanburg Deadly Dolls and you won't be disappointed.

Classic Center Arena
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Classic City Band Patriotic Concert
Sunday, 2-3 p.m.

Join friends at the Garden to celebrate Independence Day with lively popular and patriotic music, talented musicians, chairs for relaxing, and air-conditioning. Come early to enjoy a stroll in the Garden before the concert.

State Botanical Garden of Georgia
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Markets in Athens
Saturday, Sunday

Summer goodness is just around the corner, each and every weekend!
The Athens Farmers Market is open every Saturday (starting at 8 a.m.) at Bishop Park. The West Broad Farmers Market is open every Saturday (starting at 10 a.m.)
The new Sunday Center Market (starting at 11 a.m) is located at the 440 Foundry Pavilion behind The Classic Center and features artists, farmers, and plenty of fun activities for the family!

Downtown Athens, Various Locations
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