LBRCA

Chimp or Treat at Project Chimps
2024-10-26 10:30 - 13:30, 2024-10-27 10:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | 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.
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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.
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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

Mercier Orchards Customer Appreciation Day
2025-02-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Mercier Orchards, 8660 Blue Ridge Drive, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513, United States
Join us for Customer Appreciation Day on Saturday, February 22nd, from 10 AM to 2 PM!
It’s a day filled with gratitude and fun for you, our amazing customers!
You can look forward to:
Free Blueberry Plants (While Supplies Last!)
Southeast Llamas Rescue
Elsberry Farms Pony Rides & Petting Zoo
Live Music
Food Vendors
Sample Counter Treats
Hard Cider Tastings
Tree Planting
Seedling Giveaway
Magician Zeke Powerz
Caricatures
Tractor Tours (Weather Permitting)
Special Discounts
Door Prizes
Albert the Peanut Guy
…And More!
Bring your family and friends to the farm for a day of appreciation, joy, and community.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
For more information CLICK HERE
Mercier Orchards nestled in the North Georgia Mountains is a family owned and operated apple orchard. Started back in 1943 by Bill & Adele Mercier.

2025 Cheers for Chimps
2025-02-22 14:30 - 16:30 | Paradise Hill Winery Resort & Spa, 366 Paradise Rd, Blairsville, GA, 30512
Take in the breathtaking views while enjoying a beautiful glass of wine at Paradise Hill Winery Resort & Spa! For just $25, you’ll receive a Project Chimps mug, a chimp-themed coaster and one free pour of their Warm Wine Apple Toddy! If that wasn’t enough, our new Veterinary Medical Director, Dr. Jenny Jaffe, will be hosting a Meet & Greet Q&A session! They’ll have plenty of other options for you to purchase if you’d prefer something specific as well as food options from their in-house menu! So plan on spending the afternoon with us — arrive any time between 2:30p and 4:30p — at Paradise Hills in Blairsville, Georgia, in support of the 95 former research lab chimpanzees!

GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!

General Ledger - Neal Family Wine Dinner
2025-02-26 18:00 - 21:00 | the general ledger, 260 West Main Street, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
Join us on February 26th at 6:00pm, as The General Ledger hosts Mark Neal, the winemaking evangelist from Neal Family Vineyards, for a five course wine dinner.
Please call 706-946-0476 to make your reservations. Seating is limited!

Blue Ridge Community Theater- Wizard of Oz
2025-03-06 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-03-07 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-03-08 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-03-09 13:00 - 15:30, 2025-03-13 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-03-14 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-03-15 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-03-16 13:00 - 15:30 and 6 more dates | Blue Ridge Community Theater, 2591 East Main Street, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513, United States
Wizard of Oz
by L. Frank Baum
Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y Harburg
Directed by Lee Dittman and Sarah Shelton
We’re off to see the wizard!
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film.
The timeless tale when young Dorothy travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
SHOWTIMES:
March 6th – 30th
Thursday through Saturday – 7:30 pm
Sunday – 2:00 pm
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS

St. Patrick's Day Parade
2025-03-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Downtown Blue Ridge City Park, 241 Depot Street, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
Everyone is welcome to join in for the annual St. Patrick’s Parade!
Saturday, March 15th, 2025
Downtown Blue Ridge
Begins at 11 a.m.
Enjoy brews, food and shopping in Downtown Blue Ridge after!
Go Green! Dress Festive:
Wild hats & accessories, crazy outfits, even costumes.. The more green the better!
You can walk in the parade, bring a float etc. all are welcome. Line up in front of the First Baptist Church of Blue Ridge prior to 11:00 a.m. (Near the playground at the city park). No need to register, just show up and join in the fun. Rain or Shine
Where to watch? Anywhere along West Main and East Main. Parade will come down East Main turn left on Mountain Street and left again on West Main and follow it back to the start point.
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St. Paddy's Day Party - Misty Mountain Hops
2025-03-16 16:00 - 20:00 | Misty Mountain Hops, 3300 E. 1st Street, Blue Ridge, GA, United States
Join us for our 4th Annual St. Paddy’s Celebration featuring Tom Blair!
$30 Cash at the door
No reservation required.
Price includes buffet-style heavy hor d’oeuvres cover charge for live music, Irish whiskey samples, Jell-O shots, party favors and an open dance floor to enjoy the night away. Cash Bar.
Wear ALL things green and come ready to party!!
For more information CLICK HERE

LBRCA Cornhole Tournament
2025-03-18 17:00 - 20:00 | Old Toccoa Farm, 596 Curtis Switch Road, Mineral Bluff, 30513, United States
Members and Guests are invited to compete in our LBRCA Cornhole Tournament!
Grab a teammate and join the field of players to face off against your friends and fellow members!

WHEN: Tuesday, March 18
TIME: 5:00 – 8:00 pm
WHERE: Old Toccoa Farm – The Tavern
COST: $35 per person
The menu will feature some of the BEST BBQ in the South!
CASH BAR: The Tavern staff will be dedicated exclusively to LBRCA
Live Music present by the uber-talented Mr. Scott Carey
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
