LBRCA

Blue Ridge Community Theater: The Queen of Bingo
2024-08-23 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-08-24 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-08-25 14:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Blue Ridge Community Theater, 2591 East Main Street, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513, United States
Queen of Bingo / Black Box Theater Production
August 15th – August 25th
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday – 7:30 pm
Sunday – 2 pm
ABOUT THE SHOW
Audiences young and old will howl with laughter as two crazy gals, light up the stage in the hit off-Broadway comedy about Bingo, family bonds, widowhood, diet crazes, winning and losing and sibling rivalry. It’s a night in the lives of “Sis” and “Babe”, two sisters on the other side of 50, who want to add a little fun, zest and excitement to their lives with a night out at the Bingo game. Then the audience gets to join in the fun with a bingo game of its own and the winner gets a 10lb frozen turkey. Guaranteed to be the laugh hit of your season!
PG
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LBRCA Annual Meeting & Dry Dock
2024-08-25 16:00 - 19:00 | Misty Mountain Hops, 3300 E. 1st Street, Blue Ridge, GA, United States
Sunday, August 25 from 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Misty Mountain Hops, 3300 E. 1st Street, Blue Ridge
We want to celebrate our accomplishments AND
encourage full member participation in these important Agenda topics:
– Membership Vote on two new Board Members
– LBRCA Scholarship program report
– July 4th Fireworks report
– Lake Stewardship report
– Year in-review and plans for 2024-2025
The Meeting for business matters and discussion will run from
4:00-5:00 pm, followed by:

Food & Beverages
Live Music by David Welch

Cost: $20 per person includes:
One free drink, appetizer, entree, side, & dessert with Tea & Soda
Cash Bar
You must be a current 2024 member to attend.
CLICK HERE to RSVP and PURCHASE TICKETS.

Pickin' in the Park
2024-08-29 18:00 - 20:30, 2024-09-05 18:00 - 20:30, 2024-09-12 18:00 - 20:30, 2024-09-19 18:00 - 20:30, 2024-09-26 18:00 - 20:30 | 1156 River Road, McCaysville, GA, 30559, United States
Pickin’ in Horseshoe Bend Park every Thursday, 6:00 PM to dusk, May – Sept. Live music jams & pickin’ on the banks of the Toccoa River at the Horseshoe Bend Park in McCaysville.
Free Admission. Park is wheelchair accessible.
Come out, bring the whole family to enjoy the experience.
Picnic tables are available, nice grassy lawn but you are also welcome to bring a blanket or chair.
Weather Permitting

Fall Lake Cleanup
2024-09-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Morganton Point Recreation area, 475 Lake Dr, Morganton, GA, 30560, United States
Fall Lake Cleanup!
We created a “corral” made from boat fenders near Morganton Point so that you can gather and drop off loose floating debris on the lake.
NOTE: Our lake cleanup is designed for lake debris, NOT household or personal debris or trash. No dock remnants will be accepted.
The dates for this year are:
August 25 – September 7
From August 25 to September 7, participants are encouraged to work independently whenever they wish. All trash should be taken to the Morganton Point boat ramp as we have done in the past. A corral will be constructed adjacent to the ramp and all floating trash should be deposited inside the corral to insure it does not float away. Bags of trash may be placed on the shoreline to insure they do not float away.

On Saturday, September 7 at 9:00 am at the Morganton Point boat ramp we need volunteers to help move accumulated debris from the corral to the front loader and dumpsters, and boats to roam the lake to pick up larger debris. We will have a quick meeting and lake area assignments.
We will have industrial dumpsters available as well as a front end loader to lift and load all accumulated trash into the dumpsters.
Questions? Contact Mike Darnell at mdpt@tds.net

Blue Ridge Mountains Wine & Jazz Festival
2024-09-07 11:00 - 20:30 | 1211 Old Northcutt Rd, Ellijay, GA, 30540, United States
Blue Ridge Wine and Jazz Festival is bringing great music, great wines, fine art, and delicious cuisine, to beautiful Ellijay, GA.
We will be offering a diversity of wines from around the world, including those made locally in North Georgia and the North Carolina region.
Enjoy delicious food prepared locally and listen to top jazz performers also from the region. Purchase wine by the glass or bottle and bring your blanket and lawn chairs to relax in while listening to great music.
The focus of the Blue Ridge Mountains Wine & Jazz Festival is for the North Georgia Mountains to be recognized as “A Cultural Tourism Destination”, to feature regional wines being produced locally, provide financial support and opportunities for area students of Jazz music, and awareness to the community as to the importance of this legendary American music style.
View Line-Up Here
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LBRCA Member Blues & BBQ Train
2024-09-20 17:00 - 22:00 | 241 Depot St, Blue Ridge, GA 30513
We are SOLD OUT!
If you would like to join our waitlist,
please email us at info@lbrca.org

Although you may not be boarded on the LBRCA car, tickets on the train are still available
and may be purchased through a number of local organizations
or through the Kiwanis website at https://blueridgekiwanis.org/events/blues-train

A Special Event for LBRCA Members!
As a perk to our members, your LBRCA Board has arranged for a premier,
private, enclosed train car for the Friday, September 20th Blues & BBQ
special event ride sponsored by the Blue Ridge Kiwanis Club.
Local favorite Shannon York will join us to provide fabulous entertainment!
Beer and wine is included and all ticket holders will enjoy a BBQ dinner with reserved seating on the platform following the ride.
Members and their guests (21 and older) are invited to attend.
Tickets are limited to 52 people on a first come,
first served basis. The cost per person is $80 and
must be paid online in advance and are non-refundable.
Please plan to arrive trackside at car #105 by 5:15 pm
to check in and receive your boarding ticket. The train is scheduled to depart at 6:00 pm SHARP.
Included in your ticket:

Entry onto our private enclosed train car – #105.
The opportunity to mingle with fellow LBRCA members and their guests while enjoying the beautiful early Fall scenery, snacks, beer & wine, and Shannon York for entertainment!
A delicious barbecue meal in a reserved section of the platform and live music, 50/50 and wine toss at the completion of the train ride.

13th Annual Blue Ridge Blues and BBQ Festival
2024-09-21 11:30 - 21:30 | 241 Depot St, Blue Ridge, GA 30513
13th Annual Blue Ridge Blues & BBQ Festival
Saturday, September 21st, 2024
Gates will OPEN at 11:30 am
Downtown Blue Ridge sets the stage as a fantastic backdrop and venue location for a perfect early fall event. The leaves change with cooler days and crisp evenings inviting outdoor activities! The sounds of Blues music and the sweet smell of BBQ from local and regional cookers will fill the air as families and groups of friends enjoy this unique setting and event.

Music Lineup
September 21st 2024, 13th Annual Blues & BBQ Musical Lineup.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM : Shannon York
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM : William “Bluesman” Reed and the Juke Joint Dukes
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM :The Crossroads Band
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM : Ray Fuller and the Bluesrockers
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM : Tee Dee Young
PARKING
There are multiple paid parking options in downtown Blue Ridge
Volunteer Options
Due to the nature of this event: NO PETS, NO COOLERS, & NO SMOKING

Blue Ridge Ultra Race
2024-10-05 | 8436 Aska Road, 8436 Aska Road, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513, United States
Brought to you by the Fannin County Chamber of Commerce and the City of Blue Ridge, Georgia. This is not just a race; it is an unforgettable event! The best part of the season, a beautiful location, music, and a hot meal.
October 5, 2024
Lengths: 50K, 30K, or 15K
This is not just a race; it is an unforgettable event! The best part of the season with a beautiful location, music, and a hot meal. The Blue Ridge Ultra is a 50K loop trail race is deep within the beautiful Chattahoochee National Forest of the North Georgia Mountains. It consists of 20 miles of the Benton MacKaye trail, 2 miles of Hidden trails and 9 miles of Forest Service roads. You will experience tough, and sometimes technical spots, single track trails, small creek crossings, steep ascents and even steeper descents all while enjoying the leaves changing colors. Start and Finish at the historic Shallowford iron bridge spanning the Toccoa River. This race will challenge the most experienced racer and provide a memorable experience for those looking to complete a trail run in the mountains of Blue Ridge. Using the same trails, there is a 30K and 15K option. Break the men’s or women’s 50K course record and get $250.
Important Registration Dates
Early Registration Ends: 8/01/22
Regular Registration Ends: 10/06/22
Click Here To Register

Fall Arts in the Park
2024-10-12 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-13 10:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Blue Ridge City Park, 241 Depot Street, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
10 AM-5 PM SATURDAY AND SUNDAY.
Fine art, great food, and fall colors on the trees and the canvases.
Enjoy the small-town charm of Blue Ridge at one of our signature events, Fall Arts in the Park. This fall arts and crafts festival features hundreds of regional artists and craftsmen, Special events for the kids, and live musical performances. Don’t miss visiting The Art Center in the historic Fannin County Courthouse and browsing the National Photography Exhibit in The Art Center Gallery.
Admission is $5 for adults, and kids (12 and under) are admitted free of charge.
Festival hours are 10 am to 5 pm on both days.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO

Blue Ridge Mountains Parade of Homes
2024-10-18 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-19 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-20 10:00 - 17:00 | GA
Welcome to the Blue Ridge Mountains Parade of Homes!
This year’s parade of homes will take place over three days, beginning October 18th and ending October 20th, 2024 from 10 AM – 5 PM each day. Attendees are invited to participate in any/all days of the parade.
Tickets for the Blue Ridge Mountains Parade of Homes are just $25, changing to $35 on October 11th, 2024, with proceeds from the event being donated to scholarships for local students. This all-access pass includes general admission for an individual 18 years of age and older, for any/all days of the Parade of Homes. Children under 18 are free with purchase of an adult ticket.
Tickets purchased online will be available for pickup at the Parade of Homes check-in location, SouthState Bank in Blue Ridge, GA, on any day of the event – Co-sponsored by Woodstock Furniture & Mattress Outlet.
CLICK HERE for more information

Paws in the Park
2024-10-19 10:00 - 17:00 | 171 Mineral Springs Road, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513, United States
17th Annual PAWS IN THE PARK is a Fun-Filled event for Families & their Pets!
Local and area Animal Rescue Groups are coming together to create awareness about the needs & concerns of the homeless & abandoned animals in our area.
Pet Parade, Costume Contest, Blessing of the Animals, Pet Photos, Rabies Clinic, Micro-chipping & More!
Ultimate Air Dogs Dock Diving Competition (click for more information)

Parade of Animals starts at 10:00 a.m.
Costume Contest at 11 am
At the corner of East Main and Church Street.

CLICK HERE for more information.

Chimp or Treat at Project Chimps
2024-10-26 10:30 - 13:30, 2024-10-27 10:30 - 13:30 | Project Chimps, 2031 Lowery Road, Morganton, GA, United States
Join us for a special Halloween Sanctuary Tour designed just for kids!
Saturday, October 26th and Sunday, October 27th
Tickets available from 10:30am -1:30pm – actual tour time determined at event check in.
Children are invited to “Chimp or Treat” in costume to see the sanctuary and enrich the lives of the chimps!
Tickets are $10 per child 15 & under.
Each child’s ticket comes with a free adult ticket.
Additional adult tickets may be purchased for $35 each.
Children 2 and under are free!
Each child will receive:
A 45-60 minute, guided, walking tour
A special “treat” bag to Trick or Treat for vegan candies as well as non-food treats items such as temporary tattoos, erasers, and other goodies
The chance to see our chimps in their habitat from one of our viewing windows
If you would like your child to participate in the Teal Pumpkin Project and receive only non-food goodies, please indicate this at checkout.
We are offering opportunities for this event to families who could not otherwise afford the ticket price, if you would like to contribute and underwrite the cost of a ticket for another child, please add this as a donation during check out. Donated tickets will be provided to various Fannin County coordinators who work with families and children in need.
CLICK HERE For more information

Halloween Safe Zone Trick or Treat
2024-10-31 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Blue Ridge City Park, 241 Depot Street, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
Halloween Safe Zone
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Free Parking in the Blue Ridge City-owned lots, Mountain Street, and BR City Hall beginning at 4 p.m.
Candy distribution starts at 5 pm
Costume Contest will begin at 5:30 pm –
Categories
Infant to 2 years
3 to 4 year olds
5 to 6 year olds
7 to 8 year olds
9 to 10 year olds
11 to 14 year olds
15 to 17 year olds
18 & up
Groups of any size.
Pet category is for dogs and cats only. No large animals.
Located at East Main Street between Church St. and Mountain Street
E. Main Street will be closed to traffic for the safety of our children

Halloween Safe Zone Trick or Treat ~ Blue Ridge
241 Depot Street Blue Ridge, GA 30513

Blue Ridge Turkey Trot
2024-11-28 08:00 - 10:00 | 241 Depot St, Blue Ridge, GA 30513
Blue Ridge Turkey Trot 5k Marathon on Thanksgiving Day for the whole family!
The race is for all abilities, from walkers to the serious competitor.
We are one of the biggest races in our surrounding area with over 700 runners, walkers, and fans joining in the Thanksgiving fun!
Don’t worry you will be home in time to put the turkey in the oven! Now, let’s get trotting!
Thursday, November 28, 2024
Registration Opens 7 a.m.
Race Begins Promptly at 8 a.m.
For more information CLICK HERE

Light Up Blue Ridge & Christmas Parade
2024-11-29, 2024-11-30 | Downtown Blue Ridge City Park, 241 Depot Street, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
Light Up Blue Ridge is always the
Saturday after Thanksgiving!
Blue Friday is November 29, 2024
Light Up Blue Ridge and the Annual Blue Ridge Christmas Parade is November 30, 2024
Blue Friday day will include downtown merchants’ store discounts, Christmas holiday cheer, food vendors, and strolling entertainment.
Blue Friday Schedule of Events at the Main Stage
To Be Announced….
Light Up Blue Ridge day will be full of Christmas cheer, strolling Christmas entertainment, food vendors, and children will be able to visit Santa Claus in the gazebo located in the park.

Strolling Christmas entertainment on E. Main St. from noon to 5 pm
Entertainment on the main stage on Depot St. from noon to 5 pm
Tuba Christmas on Depot St. from noon to 1 pm
Pictures with Santa will take place in the gazebo from noon until 4:15 pm. Santa will continue visiting with children who were in line before 4:15 until 4:30 pm. Santa MUST leave by 4:30 so he has time to get to the parade.
Parade starts at 5:30 pm and runs down E. Main from Church to Mountain St., then down Mountain St. and back up on W. Main St. to the Depot.
Lighting of the Great Tree will be right after the parade, approximately 7 pm.

Gingerbread Village will be open to the public at noon from Friday, November 29th through noon, December 14th. at the Arts Center. located on W. Main St.
CLICK HERE for more information

LBRCA Member Christmas Social
2024-12-15 16:00 - 19:00 | blue ridge mountain arts association, 420 West Main Street, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513, United States
More information to come.

Murder Mystery Dinner
2025-01-22 18:00 - 21:00 | twisted tomato, 11 Mountain Street, Blue Ridge, 30513, United States
This event is now CLOSED for RSVP. Email us at info@lbrca.org to be placed on wait list.

Fire & Ice Chili Cook Off and Craft Beer Festival
2025-02-15 12:00 - 17:00 | 790 E Main Street Blue Ridge GA 30513, Blue Ridge, GA, United States
SAVE THE DATE …
14th Annual Fire & Ice Chili Cook-Off and Craft Beer Festival
February 15th, 2025, 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
790 Block of East Main St & Downtown City Park
Mark your calendars for live music, ice sculptures, amazing chili, and craft beer!
CLICK HERE for more information.

Family Feud: Blue Ridge Edition
2025-02-20 17:30 - 20:30 | The Dogwood, 520 Main Street, Blue Ridge, 30513
CLICK HERE to RSVP
Members and Guests are invited to Compete in the Family Feud Game!
Blue Ridge Edition
Build your Team of 4-6 players and join us at
The Dogwood on the Family Feud Stage to compete
against your friends and fellow members!
When: Thursday, February 20
Time: 5:30 – 8:30 pm
Where: The Dogwood, 520 Main Street
Cost: $30 per person
Game Format:

First 4 rounds all 8 teams compete in the traditional Feud format single elimination.
Second 2 rounds will be the semifinal between 4 finalists.
Third Round will be a rapid fire survey question in a faceoff between two opposing members from the 2 finalists.

Menu:

Beef Sliders
Firecracker Shrimp
Pork Tacos
Ahi Tuna Tacos
and more!

Cash Bar: Serving and Staffed for LBRCA guests only. We will have a limit of 8 teams consisting of 4-6 players each. If you do not wish to compete, then enjoy the fun as part of the Studio Audience! Prizes will be awarded to the winning Team.
CLICK HERE to RSVP
