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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.

Featured Events

6/23 - 6/25

AthFest Music and Arts Festival, 21st… AthFest Music and Arts Festival, 21st… AthFest Music and Arts Festival, 21st…

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…

The AthFest Music and Arts Festival takes place in historic downtown Athens, GA, showcasing more than 100 bands on three…

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…

6/24 - 6/25

Athens Music History Tour Athens Music History Tour Athens Music History Tour

The Athens Welcome Center and Classic City Tours will host Athens Music History Tours on two mornings during AthFest. Athens music historian, Paul Butchart,…

The Athens Welcome Center and Classic City Tours will host Athens Music History Tours on two mornings during AthFest.…

The Athens Welcome Center and Classic City Tours will host Athens Music History Tours on two mornings during AthFest. Athens music historian, Paul Butchart,…

6/25

7th Annual Good Food Good Beer Block Party 7th Annual Good Food Good Beer Block Party 7th Annual Good Food Good Beer Block Party

Come out on June 25th for a fun, family-friendly event at the brewery with the Athens Farmers Market , Athensmade and My_Athens ! They will have outdoor games…

Come out on June 25th for a fun, family-friendly event at the brewery with the Athens Farmers Market , Athensmade and…

Come out on June 25th for a fun, family-friendly event at the brewery with the Athens Farmers Market , Athensmade and My_Athens ! They will have outdoor games…

5/24 - 6/28

Blue Sky Downtown Concert Series Blue Sky Downtown Concert Series Blue Sky Downtown Concert Series

Blue Sky Concerts return to downtown Athens- no better way than live tunes to escape the midweek blues! The season kicks off May 24 with t he Classic City…

Blue Sky Concerts return to downtown Athens- no better way than live tunes to escape the midweek blues! The season kicks…

Blue Sky Concerts return to downtown Athens- no better way than live tunes to escape the midweek blues! The season kicks off May 24 with t he Classic City…

7/1

Downtown Fireworks Spectacular Downtown Fireworks Spectacular Downtown Fireworks Spectacular

The Star Spangled Classic Fireworks Celebration will be back downtown this year! The fireworks display Is planned for Saturday, July 1. Spend the afternoon…

The Star Spangled Classic Fireworks Celebration will be back downtown this year! The fireworks display Is planned for…

The Star Spangled Classic Fireworks Celebration will be back downtown this year! The fireworks display Is planned for Saturday, July 1. Spend the afternoon…

7/2

Classic City American Music Festival, 9th… Classic City American Music Festival, 9th… Classic City American Music Festival, 9th…

Nothing is more American than fireworks on the Fourth, but we’ve got a contender… plenty of bands, food, drink and BBQ galore comes in a close second! An ALL…

Nothing is more American than fireworks on the Fourth, but we’ve got a contender… plenty of bands, food, drink and BBQ…

Nothing is more American than fireworks on the Fourth, but we’ve got a contender… plenty of bands, food, drink and BBQ galore comes in a close second! An ALL…

8/18 - 8/20

Wildwood Revival Wildwood Revival Wildwood Revival

Named one of Garden & Gun's "Southern festivals well worth adding to the calendar." Wildwood Revival is an intimate, thoughtfully curated boutique festival…

Named one of Garden & Gun's "Southern festivals well worth adding to the calendar." Wildwood Revival is an intimate,…

Named one of Garden & Gun's "Southern festivals well worth adding to the calendar." Wildwood Revival is an intimate, thoughtfully curated boutique festival…

9/2

UGA Football vs. Appalachian State UGA Football vs. Appalachian State UGA Football vs. Appalachian State

The Georgia Bulldogs take on Appalachian State in their home opener game for the 2017 season. The entire town takes on a celebratory feel during Football…

The Georgia Bulldogs take on Appalachian State in their home opener game for the 2017 season. The entire town takes on a…

The Georgia Bulldogs take on Appalachian State in their home opener game for the 2017 season. The entire town takes on a celebratory feel during Football…

9/16

UGA Football vs. Samford UGA Football vs. Samford UGA Football vs. Samford

The Georgia Bulldogs take on the Samford Bulldogs in the second home game of the 2017 season. The entire town takes on a celebratory feel during Football…

The Georgia Bulldogs take on the Samford Bulldogs in the second home game of the 2017 season. The entire town takes on a…

The Georgia Bulldogs take on the Samford Bulldogs in the second home game of the 2017 season. The entire town takes on a celebratory feel during Football…

9/23

Insectival, 25th Annual Insectival, 25th Annual Insectival, 25th Annual

Join Garden staff and volunteers for this creepy, crawly, and definitely fun Family Festival. Discovery stations, roach and beetle races, an insect cafe, puppet…

Join Garden staff and volunteers for this creepy, crawly, and definitely fun Family Festival. Discovery stations, roach…

Join Garden staff and volunteers for this creepy, crawly, and definitely fun Family Festival. Discovery stations, roach and beetle races, an insect cafe, puppet…

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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

Explore by Neighborhood Great local flavor in all parts of Athens 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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Hidden Gems: The Murals of Athens

Posted June 22, 2017 at 2:00PM by Jenna Beals

Athens is an art town, a music town, a town where creativity flies. You can find artwork on almost every turn, each piece adding more flair and originality to the city.…

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