Visit Oconee GA

Sept. 28 | Annual Bogart FUNfest 2024

When: September 28, 2024, 9:00am- 4:00pm

Where: Mainstreet Bogart

Come join us on Main Street in Bogart for the Bogart FUNfest! We have such a fun time planned and can’t wait to see you and your families!

Join us for EVEN MORE craft vendors, the BEST food vendors, and an insanely big KIDZONE with fun for the whole family!

Now accepting vendor applications – email bogartfest05@gmail.com or crystal4bogart@gmail.com for more information and an application!

Do you know someone who is a fantastic performer and might like to sing a little tune during the festival? Send ’em our way! We will have the stage ready and the audience too!

Are you a business that likes to support the community? We would love sponsors of all levels to help us make this a phenomenal community event!

Aug 23- Sept 8 | Perspectives GA Pottery Invitational

When: August 23 – September 8 @ 10:00am – 5:00pm

Where: Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation
34 School Street
Watkinsville, GA 30677

Contact: Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation
(706) 769-4565

Forty-eight of the top potters from across Georgia will display their work during Pottery Perspectives 2024, a huge exhibition and sale on view in the Oconee Cultural Art Foundation’s (OCAF) 1902 building. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

August 3 | BBQ Competition & Bake Off

When: August 3, 2024, 6:00pm-9:00pm

Where: Rocket Field in Downtown Watkinsville

Come down to Rocket field for Watkinsville’s BBQ Competition & Bake Off! Admission to the event is free, however, for all you can eat BBQ and baked goods the cost is $15/per adult and $8/per kids under 12. This event is a fundraiser and proceeds will be donated to Oconee based non-profit, Bethel Haven. Bring the whole family for a night of fun for everyone!

Deadline for competitor applications is 7/12/24!

To register for the event go to https://www.downtownwatkinsvillega.com/event-details/back-to-school-bbq-and-bake-off-tailgate-party

May 18 | Oconee Farmer’s Market Barnyard Buddies

When: May 18, 2024, 9:00am- 1:00pm

Where: Harris Shoals Park

Mark it on your calendar now May 18th for Barnyard Buddies at the Oconee Farmers Market. Join us for live music, yard games, kids farm learning craft, goat milking demo, baby goats, and tons of fun. We will have our awesome vendors with farm fresh locally grown produce, and meats, baked treats, delicious BBQ, along with handcrafted beauties of all sorts! Come Grow With Us!

May 17 | Paint & Trivia Night: Central Perk Edition

When: May 17, 2024, 6:00pm

Where: Twisted Moon Studios

Grab your paintbrushes and put your trivia skills to the test at our Paint & Trivia Night, themed after the iconic Central Perk! Join us on Friday, May 17th, at 6:00 PM for an evening filled with creativity, camaraderie, and coffee-fueled fun.

$35 per person

**Event Highlights:**

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**Painting Fun:** Choose between two exciting options:

1. Select an 11×14 pre-sketched Friends themed design to paint and bring your favorite sitcom scenes to life on canvas.

2. Opt for a Jumbo Coffee Mug that you can personalize and glaze with your own unique design. Perfect for sipping your coffee in style!

https://www.facebook.com/twistedmoonstudios

May 11 | May Market at DGD Farms

When: May 11, 2024, 11:00am-3:00pm

Where: DGD Farms

Come find the perfect gift for the mom or graduate in your life!

Meet the Winemaker, Nancy Belle Hansford of Watkinsville Wines!

The Winery at DGD Farms will be releasing *new* food and wine menu offerings!

April 20-June 1 | Southeastern Pastel Society Exhibit

When: April 20-June 1

Where: Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation (OCAF), 34 School Street, Watkinsville, GA 30677

The Southeaster Pasetl Society presents “All About Pastels-a juried members exhibition.” In conjunction with the pastel exhibit will be “Perspective” A Journey into Mental Health” exhibit by artist Bobbi Johnson. See their website and social media for more information. https://ocaf.com/