Discover Year-Round Festivals, Fairs, and Celebrations in North Georgia in Helen
Celebrate the charm and culture of North Georgia with year-round events and festivals that bring mountain towns like Blue Ridge, Blairsville, Ellijay, Lake Arrowhead, Big Canoe, and Helen to life. From the lively Oktoberfest in Helen and the Apple Festival in Ellijay to arts & crafts fairs, music events, and holiday celebrations, there's always something happening in the mountains. Stay with Southern Comfort Cabin Rentals and be close to the best events and festivals North Georgia has to offer.

Annual Helen to the Atlantic Balloon Race
The 52nd Annual Helen to the Atlantic Balloon Race is scheduled to commence on June 5, 2025, at 7:00 AM in the Alpine Village of Helen, Georgia. As the South's oldest balloon event and the United States' only long-distance hot air balloon race, this ...
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Octoberfest in Helen Georgia | Annual Bavarian Celebration
The festivities kick off with the Oktoberfest Parade on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 12:00 PM, starting on Edelweiss Strasse, proceeding to Chattahoochee Strasse, and concluding on Main Street. The traditional tapping of the first keg will follow ...
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Sunflowers & Selfies | Helen, GA
The annual Sunflowers & Selfies event at Smithgall Woods State Park in Helen, Georgia, is scheduled for two weekends: August 9-10 and 16-17, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM each day. This family-friendly festival offers visitors the chance to expl...
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