A Mountainside Destination

Despite the varied nature of the festivals, there is one festival that regularly draws the biggest crowd: The Jaycee’s Gold Rush Days Festival. “It’s the oldest of the mountain festivals,” says Hal Williams, director of the Dahlonega Convention and Visitors Bureau. “It started 53 years ago.”

The Christmas House - World Nativity Traditions In Dahlonega

On December 3rd and 4th, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., North Georgia residents and visitors will get to experience approximately 100 different nativity scenes with influences from all around the world.    Nativity scenes from Europe, Africa, South American, Central America, and North America will be on display for this culturally rich ...

Christmas Is Coming To Dahlonega

Dahlonega’s Old Fashioned Christmas celebration will be kicked off this year by the arrival of the Capitol Christmas Tree. On Friday, November 26, the lighting of the Dahlonega Square will mark the beginning of the month-long Christmas celebration in the historic mountain town.  Several festive holiday events will follow all month ...

The Capitol Christmas Tree Makes A Special Stop In Dahlonega

The Capitol Christmas Tree, the cherished tree that sits on the west front lawn of the Whitehouse, will be coming through Dahlonega before it makes its way to Washington. Jeff Underwood Trucking of Dahlonega was awarded the contract to transport this year’s tree.  It was harvested from the Bridger-Teton National Forest in Wyoming and ...

Chef's Night Out At Achasta

Are you celebrating a November Birthday?  At this Saturday’s Chef’s Night Out, if you or someone in you party has a November Birthday, you will receive a bottle of house wine to enjoy with your dinner complements of The Grille at Achasta!   Our Chef is offering a Fall Dinner menu that consists of four courses for only $22 ...

The 8th Annual Wild Game and Red Wine Festival

The 8th Annual Wild Game and Red Wine Festival pairs some of the area’s finest wines with wild game deliquesces such as venison and quail. Every Sunday this month, the winery will host its 8th Annual Wild Game and Red Wine Festival in the North Georgia Mountains.  Participants will enjoy the finest red wines Wolf Mountain Vineyards ...

The Kohler Commitment To Sustainability

The 2010 Ideal Living Home at Achasta features some of today’s premiere sustainable finishes and products.  A careful selection process yielded some of the best-known brands on the market.  Kohler, a company known for its smart design and beautiful finishes, was at the top of the list. Kohler has become a true leader in the ...

The Achasta Fall Family Mountain Biking Series Conclusion

Wondering where to go biking in the North Georgia Mountains?  You may be surprised to learn that there are several spots just minutes from the gates of Achasta. 

Join Us For The Semi Annual Fish-For-All Tournament

Come out and join us for the Semi Annual Fish-For-All Tournament on the morning of November 13, 2010. Each teams should consist of 2 people but confident individuals are welcome to participate in the tournament.  Tournament categories include the total inches of fish caught among team members and the overall biggest fish caught.  ...

The Wayne Rollins Planetarium In The North Georgia Mountains

Looking for a unique way to experience Halloween this year?  Young Harris College’s O. Wayne Rollins Planetarium is presenting a special full-dome laser concert with a Halloween theme.  The “Fright Light” show this Friday night will feature amazing laser displays set against classic Halloween themed music.  ...