Why Visit Athens in 2026
Visit Athens GA and The Classic Center Welcome Travelers to Explore Exciting Events and Cultural Experiences in 2026 Athens invites travelers to experience a year of arts, culture and community in…
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Holiday Traditions Return to Downtown Athens, GA.
ATHENS, GA – December 3, 2025 - The Classic Center and Akins Ford Arena are preparing for another holiday season filled with community traditions and seasonal experiences. Visitors arriving at The…
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Visit Athens GA Announces New Podcast and Honors Local Leaders at Annual Meeting
Annual meeting launches new podcast and recognizes Athens Hospitality Award winners. Athens, Ga. (October 30, 2025) – Visit Athens GA, the official tourism marketing organization for Athens, Georgia…
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Halloween Parade Creates Magic in Athens
The Wild Rumpus is Athens, GA's 'Halloween Mardi Gras', in its 17th year, and 2025 will be the biggest yet. All are invited to attend and BE IN THE PARADE- everyone is in costume- young and old, all…
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Visit Athens Seeks Nominations for Annual Hospitality Awards 2025
Athens, Ga. (August 26, 2025) – Visit Athens GA, The Athens Convention & Visitors Bureau, is now accepting nominations for its annual Athens Hospitality Awards, which shine a spotlight on the people…
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Athens Restaurant Week Returns with Flavorful Deals and Local Favorites
Athens, Ga., June 23, 2025 – Athens Restaurant Week is back for its fifth year, running from July 14–20, 2025, and inviting both locals and visitors to experience the city’s dynamic culinary scene…
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The Stage is Set: The Classic Center Theatre Brings Broadway Back to Athens
ATHENS, GA – May 21, 2025 — Downtown Athens will shine even brighter this season as The Classic Center Theatre announces its 2025–2026 Broadway Entertainment Series presented by Akins Ford, now…
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UGA Presents Announces 2025-26 30th Anniversary Season Featuring Yo-Yo Ma Gala Performance
"The Performing Arts Center (PAC) at the University of Georgia continually sets the standard for excellence in entertainment for the Athens community."—Athens Banner-Herald UGA Presents, the UGA…
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Visit Athens GA Launches "Pup Pass" to Delight Young Explorers and Their Families
Athens, Ga. (April 30, 2025) – Visit Athens GA, the official tourism marketing organization for Athens, Georgia, has launched its new family-friendly digital passport, the Pup Pass. Free and…
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The Bell Hotel Opens in Downtown Athens, Georgia Following Two Year Renovation
ATHENS, GA – [FEBRUARY 13, 2025] The Bell Hotel, located at 183 West Clayton Street in downtown Athens, Georgia, is delighted to announce its grand opening February 11 th , following the completion of a…
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