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You may know Athens Georgia as home to R.E.M., the B-52s, Widespread Panic, Of Montreal and more. We're the city Rolling Stone named "#1 College Music Scene in America."

You may know it for the University of Georgia and Georgia Bulldogs, the "Classic City of the South" where rich tradition at the heart of a hip college town creates a culture unlike any other.

Whether you're after a romantic getaway, a unique meeting destination or a quick trip from Atlanta, find what you've been missing in Athens, Georgia.

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9/29

UGA Hockey: Georgia Ice Dawgs vs. South… UGA Hockey: Georgia Ice Dawgs vs. South… UGA Hockey: Georgia Ice Dawgs vs. South…

Come cheer on the Ice Dawgs as they take on South Carolina Sept. 29, 2016. Season tickets are now on sale for the 2016-2017 UGA Hockey home games at The Classic…

Come cheer on the Ice Dawgs as they take on South Carolina Sept. 29, 2016. Season tickets are now on sale for the…

Come cheer on the Ice Dawgs as they take on South Carolina Sept. 29, 2016. Season tickets are now on sale for the 2016-2017 UGA Hockey home games at The Classic…

9/30

UGA Hockey: Georgia Ice Dawgs vs. Florida UGA Hockey: Georgia Ice Dawgs vs. Florida UGA Hockey: Georgia Ice Dawgs vs. Florida

Come cheer on the Ice Dawgs as they face off against Florida on Sept. 30, 2016. Fans can go to ClassicCenter.com to buy tickets, call 706-357-4444 or visit The…

Come cheer on the Ice Dawgs as they face off against Florida on Sept. 30, 2016. Fans can go to ClassicCenter.com to buy…

Come cheer on the Ice Dawgs as they face off against Florida on Sept. 30, 2016. Fans can go to ClassicCenter.com to buy tickets, call 706-357-4444 or visit The…

10/1

UGA Football vs. Tennessee UGA Football vs. Tennessee UGA Football vs. Tennessee

The Georgia Bulldogs take on Tennessee in their second home game of the 2016 season. The entire town takes on a celebratory feel during Football Gamedays in…

The Georgia Bulldogs take on Tennessee in their second home game of the 2016 season. The entire town takes on a…

The Georgia Bulldogs take on Tennessee in their second home game of the 2016 season. The entire town takes on a celebratory feel during Football Gamedays in…

10/2

Pickin' for Peace Pickin' for Peace Pickin' for Peace

Georgia Conflict Center’s 2016 Pickin’ for Peace benefit to celebrate National Conflict Resolution Month is set for Sunday October 2nd at the Foundry in…

Georgia Conflict Center’s 2016 Pickin’ for Peace benefit to celebrate National Conflict Resolution Month is set for…

Georgia Conflict Center’s 2016 Pickin’ for Peace benefit to celebrate National Conflict Resolution Month is set for Sunday October 2nd at the Foundry in…

10/8

32nd Annual North Georgia Folk Festival 32nd Annual North Georgia Folk Festival 32nd Annual North Georgia Folk Festival

The 32st annual North Georgia Folk Festival will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2016, at Sandy Creek Park in Athens, Georgia. This fun-filled, family-friendly…

The 32st annual North Georgia Folk Festival will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2016, at Sandy Creek Park in Athens,…

The 32st annual North Georgia Folk Festival will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2016, at Sandy Creek Park in Athens, Georgia. This fun-filled, family-friendly…

10/8 - 10/9

AthHalf: AthHalf's Health and Fitness Expo… AthHalf: AthHalf's Health and Fitness Expo… AthHalf: AthHalf's Health and Fitness Expo…

The AthHalf Expo begins October 8th from noon until 6:00 PM. The AthHalf race begins at 7:30 AM Oct 9. The half marathon begins near City Hall and continues…

The AthHalf Expo begins October 8th from noon until 6:00 PM. The AthHalf race begins at 7:30 AM Oct 9. The half marathon…

The AthHalf Expo begins October 8th from noon until 6:00 PM. The AthHalf race begins at 7:30 AM Oct 9. The half marathon begins near City Hall and continues…

10/11

The Time Jumpers, featuring Vince Gill,… The Time Jumpers, featuring Vince Gill,… The Time Jumpers, featuring Vince Gill,…

The Time Jumpers, featuring Vince Gill, Kenny Sears & Ranger Doug Green This is performance at the UGA Performing Arts Center in partnership with The…

The Time Jumpers, featuring Vince Gill, Kenny Sears & Ranger Doug Green This is performance at the UGA Performing…

The Time Jumpers, featuring Vince Gill, Kenny Sears & Ranger Doug Green This is performance at the UGA Performing Arts Center in partnership with The…

10/12

Elephant Revival Elephant Revival Elephant Revival

Elephant Revival is a folk music group from Nederland, Colorado, formed in 2006. The band consists of Bonnie Paine (vocals, washboard, djembe, musical saw),…

Elephant Revival is a folk music group from Nederland, Colorado, formed in 2006. The band consists of Bonnie Paine…

Elephant Revival is a folk music group from Nederland, Colorado, formed in 2006. The band consists of Bonnie Paine (vocals, washboard, djembe, musical saw),…

10/13

UGA Hockey: Georgia Ice Dawgs vs. Arkansas UGA Hockey: Georgia Ice Dawgs vs. Arkansas UGA Hockey: Georgia Ice Dawgs vs. Arkansas

Come cheer on the Ice Dawgs as they face off against Arkansas on October 13, 2016. Fans can go to ClassicCenter.com to buy tickets, call 706-357-4444 or visit…

Come cheer on the Ice Dawgs as they face off against Arkansas on October 13, 2016. Fans can go to ClassicCenter.com to…

Come cheer on the Ice Dawgs as they face off against Arkansas on October 13, 2016. Fans can go to ClassicCenter.com to buy tickets, call 706-357-4444 or visit…

10/14

Bill Engvall Bill Engvall Bill Engvall

Grammy-nominated comedian Bill Engvall will perform live at The Classic Center Theatre on Friday, October 14 at 8 p.m. Tickets range from $43-$63 and are sale…

Grammy-nominated comedian Bill Engvall will perform live at The Classic Center Theatre on Friday, October 14 at 8 p.m.…

Grammy-nominated comedian Bill Engvall will perform live at The Classic Center Theatre on Friday, October 14 at 8 p.m. Tickets range from $43-$63 and are sale…

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Life Unleashed

Sip a Local Brew! Athens breweries have their own style, in both setting and beer. What you’ll find at them all: a comfortable, approachable brewery with folks who are passionate about beer. More

Get your Groove On By night, Athens GA is alive with a variety of music clubs and bars that offer entertainment suited to every taste. No visit would be complete without sampling a bit of Athens' world-renowned music scene. More

Step Back in Time Today, Athens is home to 15 neighborhoods on the National Register, including four house museums open for public tour. More

Foodies Dozens of unique, independent eateries offer a distinctive culinary experience, from traditional southern soul food to trendsetting nouveau southern cuisine. More

Sports and Recreation Take in UGA sports action, or get outdoors in Athens' extensive selection of athletics, natural resources, parks, and recreation. Take a walk (or hike, or climb, or kayak) that's off the beaten path. More

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"Keep Your Seats, Everyone...The Redcoats Are Coming!"

Posted September 21, 2016 at 10:09AM by Katie Pilson

The Redcoats Whenever UGA football fans gather in Sanford Stadium, time honored traditions span the length of every game. Providing the soundtrack of the stadium, the UGA…

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