LBRCA

Spring Lake Cleanup
2025-04-29, 2025-04-30, 2025-05-01, 2025-05-02, 2025-05-03, 2025-05-04, 2025-05-05, 2025-05-06 and 3 more dates | Morganton Point Recreation area, 475 Lake Dr, Morganton, GA, 30560, United States
Bring your lake debris to Morganton Point between April 26 and May 9
Questions? Contact Mike Darnell at mdpt@tds.net

On Saturday, May 10, all participants are asked to gather at the Morganton Point boat ramp at 9:00 am for 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.
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:
From April 26 and May 9, 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.

Boating Safety Orientation
2025-05-03 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | lake blue ridge marina, 335 Marina Drive, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513, United States
Date: Saturday May 3
Time: 11:00 am
Where: Lake Blue Ridge Marina: courtesy dock
Who: All are Welcome to Attend
We invite all to attend this FREE informational meeting which will address proper registration and marking of all motorized vessels on the lake, minimum safety equipment requirements and basic rules of navigation and general safety for all types of watercraft.
PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT a certification course. Participants will not receive any sort of certificate indicating they have taken the course. This is a free service and benefit to our members and their guests, many of whom have requested such a course.
Participants should bring their own chairs for seating, hat for shade and sunscreen. The orientation will last approximately one hour.
WHILE THERE IS NO FEE FOR THIS ORIENTATION,
PLEASE RSVP BY May 1.

Spring Arts in the Park
2025-05-24 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-25 10:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Blue Ridge City Park, 241 Depot Street, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
Join us Memorial Day weekend for our 49th Annual Spring Arts in the Park fine arts and fine crafts festival held in the beautiful Downtown City Park of Blue Ridge, Georgia.
Shop from a variety of artworks from over 175 juried fine arts and fine crafts exhibitors, enjoy tasty food, and engage in multiple artist demos throughout the weekend festival.
Weekend Admission: adults $5; children under 12 free.
Pets are welcomed as long as they are leashed and well-behaved. Festival is held rain or shine.
All proceeds benefit the Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association, a 501c3 non-profit community arts association.
FOR MORE INFO CLICK HERE

Lake Blue Ridge Summer Concert Series
2025-06-28 17:00 - 22:00 | 250 Lake Shore Drive, 250 Lake Shore Drive, Morganton, GA
Come out to support a good cause!
(Not an LBRCA-sponsored event;
we support the Concert Series and their cause!)

Blue Ridge Freedom 5K
2025-07-04 07:30 - 09:00 | Blue RIdge Adventure Gear, 342 East Main Street, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
Start your July 4th celebration with a scenic 5K run through beautiful historic downtown.
We are so excited to be back with our 4th of July celebration run.
Note this year’s race will take place on Friday, July 4th and starts at 7:30am!
Discount pricing for children under 10.
Strollers welcome at the back of the pack.
Dogs welcome at the back of the pack and not in the registration/packet pickup line on race day.
Walkers are always welcome!
CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION AND MORE INFO

LBRCA Fire in the Sky Fireworks
2025-07-04 21:30 - 22:00 | Lake Blue Ridge, Blue Ridge, GA, United States
For information about 2024 Fire in the Sky fireworks, CLICK HERE. More details to come!

U.S. Air Force Jazz Band in Concert ~ Fannin County High School Performing Arts Center
2025-08-09 19:00 - 20:30 | 360 Rebel Circle Blue Ridge, 360 Rebel Circle Blue Ridge, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
Presenting the world-famous United States Air Force Jazz Band, FREE in concert!
Join us for this unique opportunity to experience a musical experience by America’s finest! Concert is FREE for veterans and members of the community.
August 9th, 2025 from 7 – 8:30pm at the Fannin County High School’s Performing Arts Center
For more information CLICK HERE

Annual Kiwanis Rodeo ~ Kiwanis Club of Blue Ridge/Mountain Valley Motors
2025-08-15 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-08-16 08:00 - 17:00 | Kiwanis Fairgrounds, 12 Jones Street, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
The Kiwanis Club of Blue Ridge’s 29th Annual Championship Rodeo will be held on Friday & Saturday, August 15th and 16th!
All proceeds benefit the Blue Ridge Kiwanis Club which supports local charities such as The Fannin Chapter of Boys and Girls Club of America, Fannin County Family Connection, Feed Fannin and more.
Events will include:
Bronco riding, calf roping, calf scrambles, bull riding, bareback riding, team roping, steer wrestling, barrel racing, ladies breakaway roping and more!
Food and fun for all ages!
Gates open at 6:00 pm – Rodeo begins at 8:00 pm, tickets will be available July 2025.

Sponsored by The Kiwanis Club of Blue Ridge and Mountain Valley Motors
For more information CLICK HERE

LBRCA Annual Meeting
2025-08-24 16:00 - 19:00 | Misty Mountain Hops, 3300 E. 1st Street, Blue Ridge, GA, United States
Annual Meeting
Sunday, August 24 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 one new Board Member
– LBRCA Scholarship program report
– July 4th Fireworks report
– Lake Stewardship report
– Finance report
– Year in-review and plans for 2025-2026
The Meeting for business matters and discussion will run from
4:00-5:00 pm, followed by:

Live Music by Jesse Williams

Cost: $25 per person includes:
Menu
Non-alcoholic Beverages
Apps:
Brussel Sprouts
Fried Cauliflower Bites
Pork Rinds
Chips and Queso with Salsa
Entree + Side:
Classic Burger (Choice of Cheese)
Ruben Sandwich
Roast Beef on Rye with Horseradish and Au jus
Fat Bottom Girl Burrito (Chicken or Beef)
Garden House Salad (Grilled Chicken available)
Cash Bar

PARKING (Please refer to map below):
Misty Mountain Hops – 10 spaces
Nathan Fitts – 17 spaces
TeaTree Spa – 9 spaces, can double up each space
O’Neal’s Barber Shop – 10+ spaces

Questions? Contact us at info@lbrca.org

Blue Ridge Mountains Wine and Jazz Festival
2025-09-06 11:00 - 22:00 | White Path Creek Farms, 1211 Old Northcutt Rd, Ellijay, GA, 30540
Blue Ridge Wine and Jazz Festival is bringing great music, great wines, fine art, and delicious cuisine, to beautiful Ellijay, GA on Saturday, September 6th.
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. Bring your picnic basket along with your cooler filled with your favorite beverages and do not forget your blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy a fun afternoon of music. There will be a food and wine vendor onsite if you do not want to bring your own food or beverages.
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.
For more information CLICK HERE

Blues Train ~ Kiwanis Club of Blue Ridge
2025-09-19 18:00 - 21:00 | Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, 187 Depot Street Blue Ridge, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
What better way to kick off a Blues Weekend in Blue Ridge than to ride The Blues Train on Friday night!
You will experience an hour-long, scenic ride through Blue Ridge while enjoying beer, wine, and appetizers. Once back to Blue Ridge, a block party featuring live music, dancing, and a picnic-style dinner.
In support of the Ferst Foundation
Ferst Readers provides age-appropriate books every month to children until they reach five years old. The Kiwanis Club’s goal is to put a book in the hands of every one of Fannin’s 1,000 eligible children. About 350 children are currently enrolled.
Check Facebook for Updates!
For more information CLICK HERE

Annual Blue Ridge Blues and BBQ Festival
2025-09-20 11:30 - 20:30 | Downtown Blue Ridge City Park, 241 Depot Street, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
Join us in Blue Ridge, GA, on Sat, Sept 20th as 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!
LIVE Blues Music from Headliner Black Cat Zydeco
15+ Award-Winning BBQ Vendors
BBQ Accessories & Fine Appalachian Goods @ The Market
Traeger Grill Raffle & Awesome Giveaways
Fun for the Whole Fam: Tickets: $20 – Kids 12 & Under = FREE ENTRY!
Bring an Appetite & Your Best Dancin’ Shoes. You’ll Need ‘Em!
Downtown Blue Ridge sets the stage as a fantastic backdrop and venue location for this 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.
Due to the nature of this event: NO PETS, NO COOLERS, & NO SMOKING PLEASE!
TICKETS
For more information CLICK HERE

The Great Ape Escape 5K-ish ~ Project Chimps
2025-10-04 08:00 - 14:00 | Project Chimps, 2031 Lowery Road, Morganton, GA, United States
The Great Ape Escape 5K-ish Saturday, October 4, 2025 – 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Event begins at 9:00 a.m. Join us for our 4th Annual Great Ape Escape 5K-ish! (Now in the fall!) Invite your friends and family (and dogs) to walk, run, or hike this fun off road event! This is a rain or shine, non-refundable event.
Run the 5kish or hike or be a cheerleader!
Don’t miss out on all the fun! It’s not too late to sign up to participate in the 3rd Annual Great Ape Escape 5K-ish!
Invite your friends and family to walk, run, or hike this fun off-road event! Cheer on your loved ones as they cross the finish line and go bananas with the rest of us!
Stay for the after party, bring a picnic blanket or chairs, and stay for music, food, laughter. Enjoy the scenic koi pond or play on the Chimp Challenge Course!
Details
Saturday, Oct, 4 2025 – 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Check-in the day before 1-3 p.m. or day of 8:00-8:45 a.m.
Event begins at 9:00 a.m.
FREE/Fan
cheer on the participants at no cost, stay after and add on a tour!
FREE/K9
sign up your leashed four-legged friend at no cost
$35/Participant – Run, Walk, Hike, or Ish!
includes the medal, additional add-ons available
$40/Virtual-ish (Phantom Runner)
includes the medal and shipping of event packet
$199/VIP Participants:
Early arrival, upfront parking
Muffin & coffee during a Q&A with Chimp Staff
Access to indoor plumbing
Event swag
Includes the sanctuary tour
WHERE: Project Chimps Yellow Trail This is an off-road foot trail in the forest with steep inclines and a stair case. This is a rain or shine, non-refundable event.
Invite your friends and family to walk, run, or hike this fun off-road race!
Click Here for More Information!

Fall Arts in the Park
2025-10-11 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-12 10:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Blue Ridge City Park, 241 Depot Street, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
October 11th & 12th
Saturday and Sunday
10 AM-5 PM
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 Contemporary Southern & Folk Art 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, Rain or Shine!
For more information CLICK HERE

Blue Ridge Mountains Parade of Homes
2025-10-17 | SouthState Bank, 59 Orvin Lance Drive, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
Join us for the 2025 Blue Ridge Mountains Parade of Homes
October 17 – 19!
Stunning homes, built by amazing craftsmen, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the North Georgia Mountains.
Benefitting the area’s local youth through the Future of Our Trades Scholarship Foundation, Blue Ridge Parade of Homes is an annual, three-day event held the 3rd weekend in October in Blue Ridge, Georgia and features amazing homes sprinkled throughout the North Georgia mountains.
Hosted by some of the finest builders in the North Georgia area, the event has quickly established a tradition of showcasing a variety of spectacular homes and introducing exciting new trends to attendees from all over the country. The homes are set among breathtaking landscapes only found in the North Georgia mountains and feature unique and diverse architectural and building styles.
purchase tickets here
For more information CLICK HERE

Blue Ridge Mountain Parade of Homes
2025-10-18 | SouthState Bank, 59 Orvin Lance Drive, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513

Annual Pawsfest
2025-10-18 12:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Blue Ridge City Park, 241 Depot Street, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513
The Humane Society of Blue Ridge Announces First Annual PAWSFEST on October 18th!
This exciting, outdoor music festival is set to bring together pet lovers, families, and the local community for a day filled with fun, entertainment, and, of course, plenty of furry friends!
PAWSFEST will have something for everyone this fall and 100% of the proceeds goes to the Humane Society of Blue Ridge.
FOR PETS: We will have a parade of pets, pet costume contest, dog agility course, agility course contest, pet vendors, rescue organizations and of course lots of adoptable fur-babies!
FOR HUMANS: We will have an array of food trucks, beer/wine, vendors (not just pet vendors), pumpkin carving contest, photo op, games, giveaways, silent auction and more!
MUSIC: We will have live music on stage from noon until 8pm. We have some GREAT bands coming in from all over to get you up and dancing! We will end the evening with The Celebrity All Star Band (whose members have played with Earth, Wind and Fire). It is a concert to remember!
VIP: We will have a special VIP area that will serve a sit-down dinner by the stage from 5pm – 8pm. VIP tickets must be purchased in advance for $75.
LINK TO PURCHASE COMING SOON!
TICKETS: Adult tickets are $10. Kids 12 & under are FREE. Tickets available at the gate only.
*The Humane Society of Blue Ridge is a non-profit, no-kill shelter providing direct care and services to thousands of animals and families 365 days a year. We are not a government agency and are not affiliated with any national humane societies. We rely on donations to support our mission. Every dollar makes a difference!
For more information CLICK HERE
