Farm-to-Table dining is currently a popular food trend across the country, and Dahlonega is embracing it with its local farmers market, “U-pick” farms, and restaurants that use fresh local ingredients on their menus. 

Dahlonega Farmers Market

Every Tuesday and Saturday, from now until the end of October, the Dahlonega Downtown Development Authority will host the Dahlonega Farmers Market at Hancock Park. The market is open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and allows local farmers to showcase their homemade goods and sell their produce.

This summer, Dahlonega is hosting two new family-friendly events on Friday evenings:  the “First Friday Night Concert Series” and the “Summer Movies under the Stars”.

First Friday Night Concert Series

Last week, Fox 5 Atlanta’s Road Warrior Stacey Elgin visited Dahlonega in search of gold at the Consolidated Gold Mine.  During her visit, she toured the mine with Miner Mike, panned for gold and learned about the history of the first gold rush in the city. Stacey also got to grub for gems and discovered which gem stones are commonly found in Georgia. During her visit, she got to experience all of Dahlonega’s golden attractions. 

As summer quickly approaches, Dahlonega is preparing for several exciting festivals and a new art exhibit: The 10th annual Georgia Wine Country Festival,The Georgia Fine Wine Festival, the Rodin Exhibit, and The 3^rd Annual Etowah Jam Band. Wine and art enthusiasts will want to clear their schedules for these amazing events.

Wine and Dine in Dahlonega this Summer at the Georgia Wine Country Festival and the Georgia Fine Wine Festival

On June 4-5, head to Dahlonega for the10^th Annual Georgia Wine Country Festival, hosted by the Three Sisters Vineyards. In honor of the festival’s 10^th anniversary, the event has been extended throughout the month of June to include June 11th-12th and June 18th-19th.