September 22nd is the first day of Autumn! Autumn is a great opportunity to do fun festivities while enjoying the beautiful weather!
2020 hasn’t been what anyone expected, and this Fall will be no exception.
Just because we’re staying closer to home right now, it doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy the very best things that Fall has to offer.
Here are just a few of the activities to do this Fall, while social distancing, staying at home, or trying to find more outdoor activities.
We want to celebrate the changing seasons — even if it’s an Autumn like we’ve never experienced before. You can still have a fun and safe Fall with your loved ones!
Take advantage of the cooler weather and changing leaves with our 5 fun things to do this fall:
1) Octoberfest Pumpnik Festival
The first annual Octoberfest Pumpnik Festival is a great opportunity to get into the fall spirit.
Pumpkins, produce, hayrides, apple slingshots, a petting zoo, Live music, food, and drinks.
The festival will be held on:
Saturday, September 26th from 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Sunday, September 27th from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm.
Admission: kids $5 & adults $10 -- food, treats, + drinks will be available for purchase. Should be a great time to enjoy the beautiful property of Walnut Hill Farm.
For more information on the festival, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/366034294574392
2) Black Bear Festival
The Black Bear Festival is an annual arts and crafts festival that is held in the beautiful mountain town of Chatsworth, GA. The Black Bear Festival offers a variety of art, food, music, and activities for all ages.
This year's festival will be held on:
Saturday, October 17th, and
Sunday, October 18th, 2020
from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm.
Admission is $3.00. Ages 6 and under are free! This year will look slightly different from previous years as the festival adheres to COVID-19 safety guidelines.
We will be hosting our festival at the Old Recreation Department, 745 W. Chestnut Street Chatsworth, GA 30705.
For more information on the festival, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/310633190358609.
3) Fall Carnival - Annual North Georgia Agricultural Fair
The Fall Carnival is coming October 22nd - October 31st.
Come enjoy fun rides, mouth-watering food, and great entertainment.
No Indoor Activities all events will be outside. Our Buildings will be closed with no commercial or educational exhibits.
CDC Guidelines will be followed as well as Governor Kemp's Orders.
For more information about the Fall Carnival, visit https://www.northgaagfair.com/
4) B.J. Reece Orchards in Ellijay - Apple Picking
Family-owned and operated since the early 1960s, their you-pick apple orchard is open late August through October in 2020.
B.J. Reece has a wide selection of apples in the market and available for you to pick in season.
They grow 20 different varieties of apples on 120 acres! The orchards are also pet-friendly, so bring your four-legged best friend, too.
Visit on weekends for all the farm fun, including apple cannons, wagon rides (farm tours), petting farm, scavenger hunt, cow milking, jumping pillow, cow train rides, pig races, pony rides, and racing zip lines.
These activities operate every Saturday and Sunday while the you-pick orchards are open. The petting farm is the only experience open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Review the orchard's COVID-19 precautions before your visit.
5) Make A Difference Day
United Way’s “Make A Difference Day” is the most encompassing national day of helping others -- a celebration of neighbors helping neighbors.
Everyone can participate! Make A Difference Day is an annual event that takes place on the fourth Saturday of every October.
United Way of Northwest Georgia will host volunteer projects on
Friday, October 23rd, and Saturday, October 24th, 2020.
To view available volunteer opportunities for that weekend you can visit volunteernwga.org
You can also Make A Difference in your own way!
If you #makeadifference during our Make A Difference Day weekend you can tag us @unitedwaynwga and we will share your pictures!