Athens This Weekend: June 1-3

The weekend is almost here! Come spend a relaxing weekend with friends and family in Athens, Georgia. With so many great activities and events to attend, we're sure your weekend in the Classic City will be more than enjoyable! Here are a few events that are taking place this weekend. 

1. Weekend Exhibits at the Georgia Museum of Art 

Take an afternoon this weekend to head out to The Georgia Museum of Art to experience the great variety exhibits on display! Ranging from traditional Southern folk art, to brilliant pieces inspired by paintings from the Northern Renaissance era, viewing the many exhibits offered right now is a great way to spend a quiet summer afternoon. The GMOA is open Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sundays from 1-5 p.m. General admission is free, with a suggested donation of $3.  

2. Zoo Open Exhibit Hall at Bear Hollow Zoo

Bring the family out to the Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park on Saturday afternoon from 1-4 p.m., when Bear Hollow opens it exhibit hall to the public. Come out for free to experience the various reptiles, amphibians, and fish used in the zoo's programs!

3. Beer Bingo Craft Beer Night

Aromas Craft Beer & Wine Bar, located in Five Points, is hosting two bingo sessions on Sunday afternoon, from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Taste 12 craft beers and try and match each beer to a styles list. Great prizes from t-shirts to brewery tour passes, to tickets to the Atlanta Cask Ale Tasting and classic City Brew Fest will be given to the top scorers of the evening! Admission is $18.50 a person, and limited to 20 participants per session.Come spend an afternoon tasting great beer in Aroma's relaxed and romantic setting!

These are just a few of the many exciting events happening in Athens,GA. Hopefully you've found something that strikes your fancy! Be sure to check out our Visit Athens, GA calendar for a full list of even more events and activities!

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What events are you planning to attend with your family this weekend?

Athens this Football Weekend!

The Dawgs hope to continue last week's offensive surge versus the Auburn Tigers while the rest of Athens comes alive with its usual game day energy.

Friday, November 13th:

• The Rialto Room at Hotel Indigo continues its "Rialto Bridge" series with recording artist Shawn Mullins. Mullins became an overnight success with his radio hit "Lullaby" after ten years playing in and around his native Atlanta. The Rialto Room will host two shows Friday evening at 7 and 9:30 p.m. Visit their website for more on Mullins and to buy tickets.
• No need to wait until Saturday for some inter-SEC action, Auburn rolls into town on Friday afternoon for its first match up against the Dawgs at the UGA Equestrian Center. The meet begins at 3 p.m. UGA volleyball takes on Kentucky at 7 p.m. at the Ramsey, with a second SEC match on Sunday afternoon versus the Tennessee Volunteers.

Saturday, November 14th:

• Fresh off their homecoming win, the Dawgs look to defeat the rival Auburn Tigers. Be between the Hedges for the 7 p.m. kickoff or catch the game on ESPN2!

Sunday, November 15th:

• The Athens Symphony Orchestra celebrates its 32nd year of free concerts with its Winter showcase. Enjoy the talents of these Athens musicians at the Classic Center this Sunday afternoon at 3 p.m. Admission is free with the possession of a ticket, which are available at the Classic Center box office. Visit the Symphony's website for more information about the musicians and past performances.
• UGA Women's basketball hosts Oklahoma at Stegeman Coliseum at 2:30 p.m.
• Aromas, the Five Points pub and wine bar, hosts its first Aromas Cask Ale Festival. The restaurant's front parking lot will be filled with tents featuring firkins ( a keg in the British sense of the word) from 10-12 of America's best craft breweries. Enjoy brews from Terrapin, Sweetwater, Bell's, Copper Creek, and more. Food items and live music will accompany the beer. The festival begins at 1 p.m. and lasts until every firkin is drained! Tickets are $30 and are available at the Aromas website.

Remember to keep an eye out for CVB staff members for a chance to participate in our fabulous giveaway mentioned below.

Enjoy the weekend and GO DAWGS!