Monumental Moments Events

Night Events


Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Game Night
Tuesdays 5 PM - 7 PM – Feb 17, 2026 until Feb 24, 2026 
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Join us for a family friendly game night with cards, board games, and fun! Every Tuesday in February. Meet at the Group Shelter. Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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Mardi Gras Glow Hike
Tuesday, Feb 17, 2026 8 PM to 9:30 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Wear you feather boas, hats, LED lights and glow sticks for this fun night hike along the riverside trail. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Dark Skies Stargazing
Tuesday, Feb 17, 2026 8 PM to 9 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us to enjoy the awe inspiring beauty of the stars. We are a Gold Tier certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies on the east coast. Enjoy the majesty of the stars with the naked eye or take a gander through our telescope for a closer look. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, February 20, 2026

Creatures of the Night Hike
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 1 hour before the scheduled time!* Scorpions, owls, and bats, oh my! Attend this evening hike to learn about the nocturnal animals of Crooked River State Park. $5 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Feb 20, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Valentine's Campfire Trivia Night
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Gather around our cozy campfire at the campground picnic shelter. Enjoy roasted marshmallows and valentine trivia. Parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Saturday, February 21, 2026

Star Party
Saturday, Feb 21, 2026 7 PM to 8 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Enjoy the stars and planets while exploring the night sky. Meet at the upper Mega Ramp parking lot and bring binoculars if you have them. Telescope will be provided. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Night Hike
Saturday, Feb 21, 2026 7 PM to 8 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Find your Path, Hear the Night. Come out for a little Adventure along Victoria's Path. Flashlights provided. The hike is 1 mile long, Moderate level. Meet at the Park Office. Please call the Park Office to register! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Game Night
Tuesdays 5 PM - 7 PM – Feb 24, 2026 
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Join us for a family friendly game night with cards, board games, and fun! Every Tuesday in February. Meet at the Group Shelter. Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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Friday, February 27, 2026

Cozy by the Campfire
Friday, Feb 27, 2026 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Settle in for the night with some fun, games, and s'mores around a campfire with a ranger! Parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Feb 27, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Planet Parade Night Skies
Friday, Feb 27, 2026 7 PM to 8 PM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Come join us as we view the night skies. After sunset a parade of planets will occur. With clear skies we should see Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune, Venus, and Saturn aligned in the sky. We will be using the app Sky View Lite and a telescope will be set up to get a closer look. Hot chocolate will be available for visitors.. $5 per person Pre-Registration is required parking fee required. 706-541-0321.
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Starry, Starry Night
Friday, Feb 27, 2026 7 PM to 8:15 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us as we explore the night sky at Red Top Mountain. We will discuss celestial bodies and gaze upon them through a telescope. We will also look at the different constellations and explore their mythology. Don’t miss out on this splendid experience! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Saturday, February 28, 2026

Campfire Laughter
Saturday, Feb 28, 2026 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come out for a fun filled evening around the campfire! There will be songs, stories and smores. Bring your own lawn chair and hot beverage. No alcohol is permitted. Parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Moon Pie Hike
Saturday, Feb 28, 2026 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Meet at the Park Office for an easy 1.2 mile hike around the Lower Lake. Enjoy Moon Pies and Hot Cocoa by the moonlight on the Lower Dam. Make sure to bring a flashlight, a blanket to sit on to watch the moonrise, and wear comfortable shoes. $3 per person. Call the Park Office for questions or to register. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Glow Night Hike
Saturday, Feb 28, 2026 7 PM to 8 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Light up the trail! Come out for a Night hike with Glow sticks, and UV flashlights! Victoria's Path, 1 Mile long, moderate hike. Meet at the Park Office. Please call the park office to register! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Monday, March 2, 2026

Full Moon Hike
Monday, Mar 2, 2026 6:15 PM to 7:45 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Friday, March 6, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Mar 6, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Sunset Hike on Iron Hill Trail
Friday, Mar 6, 2026 7:30 PM to 8:45 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join the Ranger for a sunset hike on Iron Hill Trail at Red Top Mountain! Please wear proper shoes and bring plenty of water. We will meet in the Iron Hill parking lot and set off from there. Don’t forget your cameras! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Friday, March 13, 2026

Nocturnal Night Hike
Friday, Mar 13, 2026 7:45 PM to 8:45 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Explore the world of nocturnal animals! As the sun sets, we will test all 5 of our senses and see how they change in the dark. Meet at the Overlook Trail; no flashlights are necessary. Pre-registration is required; call the visitor center to reserve your spot. $3 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Mar 13, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Sunset Hike on Iron Hill Trail
Friday, Mar 13, 2026 7:30 PM to 8:45 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join the Ranger for a sunset hike on Iron Hill Trail at Red Top Mountain! Please wear proper shoes and bring plenty of water. We will meet in the Iron Hill parking lot and set off from there. Don’t forget your cameras! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Monday, March 16, 2026

St. Patick's Day Glow Hike
Monday, Mar 16, 2026 8 PM to 9:30 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Wear your green, LED lights and glow sticks for this fun night hike on the Flat Rock Trail. Bring your flashlight to search for native plants, animal tracks and scat along the granite outcrops. The Ranger will have additional glow items and black UV lights for biofluorescent nature. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Friday, March 20, 2026

Mini Junior Ranger Camp: Eco Explorers
Friday, Mar 20, 2026 6 PM to 9 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Join us for an evening of outdoor fun at our Mini Camp for Junior Rangers ages 4-10. Campers will explore ecology with hands-on activites, crafts, and games that bring this science to life. $35. 912-727-2339.
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Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Mar 20, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Sunset Hike on Iron Hill Trail
Friday, Mar 20, 2026 7:30 PM to 8:45 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join the Ranger for a sunset hike on Iron Hill Trail at Red Top Mountain! Please wear proper shoes and bring plenty of water. We will meet in the Iron Hill parking lot and set off from there. Don’t forget your cameras! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Friday, March 27, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Mar 27, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Full Moon Hike
Wednesday, Apr 1, 2026 8 PM to 9:30 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Friday, April 3, 2026

Night Egg-stravaganza
Friday, Apr 3, 2026 7 PM to 8:30 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Great fun awaits youth and adults alike at this year’s Easter Celebration! Join us for an evening of laughter, games, and candy filled excitement. The festivities kick off with sack races, egg toss, and an egg spoon relay, perfect for all ages! $3 plus parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Apr 3, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, April 4, 2026

Sunset Stories
Saturday, Apr 4, 2026 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Gather around the campground firepit for an evening of stories under the stars! Professional storytellers will share captivating tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and timeless traditions. Bring a chair, a flashlight, and your imagination for this one-hour program filled with laughter and mountain magic. Program is weather permitting. Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Friday, April 10, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Apr 10, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, April 11, 2026

Bats of Georgia
Saturday, Apr 11, 2026 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Friday, April 17, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Apr 17, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, April 18, 2026

Sunset Stories
Saturday, Apr 18, 2026 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Gather around the campground firepit for an evening of stories under the stars! Professional storytellers will share captivating tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and timeless traditions. Bring a chair, a flashlight, and your imagination for this one-hour program filled with laughter and mountain magic. Program is weather permitting. Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Astronomy Night
Saturday, Apr 18, 2026 8:30 PM to 10 PM
Providence Canyon State Park - Lumpkin, GA
Join us for Astronomy Night hosted by the Coca Cola Space and Science Center from Columbus. There will be a brief presentation followed by an opportunity to view space from telescopes. Please bring a blanket or chair. Parking fee required. 229-838-6202.
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Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Lyrids Meteor Shower
Wednesday, Apr 22, 2026 5 AM to 6:30 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Night sky conditions are just right for viewing the Lyrids Meteor Shower at its peak this year- we may see up to 17 meteors in an hour! Bring a blanket or comfortable chair for looking skywards and remember to dress warm! If there are cloudy skies or rain, meteors won't be visible. Please call the office the day by April 21st to sign up. Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Friday, April 24, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Apr 24, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, April 25, 2026

Bats of Georgia
Saturday, Apr 25, 2026 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Friday, May 1, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – May 1, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Full Moon Hike
Friday, May 1, 2026 8:45 PM to 10:15 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Saturday, May 2, 2026

Sunset Stories
Saturday, May 2, 2026 8 PM to 8:45 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Gather around the campground firepit for an evening of stories under the stars! Professional storytellers will share captivating tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and timeless traditions. Bring a chair, a flashlight, and your imagination for this one-hour program filled with laughter and mountain magic. Program is weather permitting. Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Friday, May 8, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – May 8, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, May 9, 2026

Bats of Georgia
Saturday, May 9, 2026 8 PM to 9 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Friday, May 15, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – May 15, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, May 16, 2026

Sunset Stories
Saturday, May 16, 2026 8 PM to 8:45 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Gather around the campground firepit for an evening of stories under the stars! Professional storytellers will share captivating tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and timeless traditions. Bring a chair, a flashlight, and your imagination for this one-hour program filled with laughter and mountain magic. Program is weather permitting. Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Friday, May 22, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – May 22, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, May 23, 2026

Bats of Georgia
Saturday, May 23, 2026 8 PM to 9 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Friday, May 29, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – May 29, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Full Moon Hike
Friday, May 29, 2026 7:45 PM to 9:15 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Saturday, May 30, 2026

Sunset Stories
Saturday, May 30, 2026 8 PM to 8:45 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Gather around the campground firepit for an evening of stories under the stars! Professional storytellers will share captivating tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and timeless traditions. Bring a chair, a flashlight, and your imagination for this one-hour program filled with laughter and mountain magic. Program is weather permitting. Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Friday, June 5, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Jun 5, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, June 6, 2026

Sunset Stories
Saturday, Jun 6, 2026 8 PM to 8:45 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Gather around the campground firepit for an evening of stories under the stars! Professional storytellers will share captivating tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and timeless traditions. Bring a chair, a flashlight, and your imagination for this one-hour program filled with laughter and mountain magic. Program is weather permitting. Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Friday, June 12, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Jun 12, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, June 13, 2026

Bats of Georgia
Saturday, Jun 13, 2026 8 PM to 9 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Friday, June 19, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Jun 19, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, June 20, 2026

Sunset Stories
Saturday, Jun 20, 2026 8 PM to 8:45 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Gather around the campground firepit for an evening of stories under the stars! Professional storytellers will share captivating tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and timeless traditions. Bring a chair, a flashlight, and your imagination for this one-hour program filled with laughter and mountain magic. Program is weather permitting. Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Friday, June 26, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Jun 26, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, June 27, 2026

Bats of Georgia
Saturday, Jun 27, 2026 8 PM to 9 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Full Moon Hike
Saturday, Jun 27, 2026 7:45 PM to 9:15 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Friday, July 3, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Jul 3, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, July 4, 2026

Sunset Stories
Saturday, Jul 4, 2026 8 PM to 8:45 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Gather around the campground firepit for an evening of stories under the stars! Professional storytellers will share captivating tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and timeless traditions. Bring a chair, a flashlight, and your imagination for this one-hour program filled with laughter and mountain magic. Program is weather permitting. Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Friday, July 10, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Jul 10, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, July 11, 2026

Bats of Georgia
Saturday, Jul 11, 2026 8 PM to 9 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Friday, July 17, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Jul 17, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, July 18, 2026

Sunset Stories
Saturday, Jul 18, 2026 8 PM to 8:45 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Gather around the campground firepit for an evening of stories under the stars! Professional storytellers will share captivating tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and timeless traditions. Bring a chair, a flashlight, and your imagination for this one-hour program filled with laughter and mountain magic. Program is weather permitting. Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Friday, July 24, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Jul 24, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, July 25, 2026

Bats of Georgia
Saturday, Jul 25, 2026 8 PM to 9 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Full Moon Hike
Tuesday, Jul 28, 2026 8:45 PM to 10:15 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Friday, July 31, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Jul 31, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, August 1, 2026

Sunset Stories
Saturday, Aug 1, 2026 8 PM to 8:45 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Gather around the campground firepit for an evening of stories under the stars! Professional storytellers will share captivating tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and timeless traditions. Bring a chair, a flashlight, and your imagination for this one-hour program filled with laughter and mountain magic. Program is weather permitting. Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Friday, August 7, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Aug 7, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, August 8, 2026

Bats of Georgia
Saturday, Aug 8, 2026 8 PM to 9 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Astronomy Night
Saturday, Aug 8, 2026 9 PM to 10 PM
Providence Canyon State Park - Lumpkin, GA
Join us for Astronomy Night hosted by the Coca Cola Space and Science Center from Columbus. There will be a brief presentation followed by an opportunity to view space from telescopes. Please bring a blanket or chair. Parking fee required. 229-838-6202.
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Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Paddle Under the Perseids
Tuesday, Aug 11, 2026 10 PM to 11 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Join a park ranger on this kayak tour as we watch what is considered to be the year's best meteor shower because the meteors are often bright and leave long trails. Bring a change of clothes, flashlight, bug repellent, and water. Limited spaces, 8 years and older. Registration opens on July 19. $30 if you use your boat or $35 if you use ours. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Thursday, August 13, 2026

Paddle Under the Perseids
Thursday, Aug 13, 2026 10 PM to 11 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Join a park ranger on this kayak tour as we watch what is considered to be the year's best meteor shower because the meteors are often bright and leave long trails. Bring a change of clothes, flashlight, bug repellent, and water. Limited spaces, 8 years and older. Registration opens on July 19. $30 if you use your boat or $35 if you use ours. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Perseids Meteor Shower
Thursday, Aug 13, 2026 5:15 AM to 6:30 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Night sky conditions are just right for viewing the Perseids Meteor Shower at its peak this year- we may see up to 150 meteors in an hour! Bring a blanket or comfortable chair for looking skywards. If there are cloudy skies or rain, meteors won't be visible. Please call the office the day by August 12th to sign up. Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Friday, August 14, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Aug 14, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, August 15, 2026

Sunset Stories
Saturday, Aug 15, 2026 8 PM to 8:45 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Gather around the campground firepit for an evening of stories under the stars! Professional storytellers will share captivating tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and timeless traditions. Bring a chair, a flashlight, and your imagination for this one-hour program filled with laughter and mountain magic. Program is weather permitting. Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Friday, August 21, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Aug 21, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, August 22, 2026

Bats of Georgia
Saturday, Aug 22, 2026 8 PM to 9 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Friday, August 28, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Aug 28, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Full Moon Hike
Friday, Aug 28, 2026 8:40 PM to 10:10 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Saturday, August 29, 2026

Sunset Stories
Saturday, Aug 29, 2026 8 PM to 8:45 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Gather around the campground firepit for an evening of stories under the stars! Professional storytellers will share captivating tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and timeless traditions. Bring a chair, a flashlight, and your imagination for this one-hour program filled with laughter and mountain magic. Program is weather permitting. Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Friday, September 4, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, September 5, 2026

Sunset Stories
Saturday, Sep 5, 2026 7 PM to 7:45 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Gather around the campground firepit for an evening of stories under the stars! Professional storytellers will share captivating tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and timeless traditions. Bring a chair, a flashlight, and your imagination for this one-hour program filled with laughter and mountain magic. Program is weather permitting. Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Saturday, September 12, 2026

Bats of Georgia
Saturday, Sep 12, 2026 7 PM to 8 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Saturday, September 19, 2026

Sunset Stories
Saturday, Sep 19, 2026 7 PM to 7:45 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Gather around the campground firepit for an evening of stories under the stars! Professional storytellers will share captivating tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and timeless traditions. Bring a chair, a flashlight, and your imagination for this one-hour program filled with laughter and mountain magic. Program is weather permitting. Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Sunday, September 20, 2026

Sunset Stories
Sunday, Sep 20, 2026 7 PM to 7:45 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Gather around the campground firepit for an evening of stories under the stars! Professional storytellers will share captivating tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and timeless traditions. Bring a chair, a flashlight, and your imagination for this one-hour program filled with laughter and mountain magic. Program is weather permitting. Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Saturday, September 26, 2026

Full Moon Hike
Saturday, Sep 26, 2026 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Saturday, October 3, 2026

Sunset Stories
Saturday, Oct 3, 2026 7 PM to 7:45 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Gather around the campground firepit for an evening of stories under the stars! Professional storytellers will share captivating tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and timeless traditions. Bring a chair, a flashlight, and your imagination for this one-hour program filled with laughter and mountain magic. Program is weather permitting. Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Astronomy Night
Saturday, Oct 3, 2026 7:30 PM to 10 PM
Providence Canyon State Park - Lumpkin, GA
Join us for Astronomy Night hosted by the Coca Cola Space and Science Center from Columbus. There will be a brief presentation followed by an opportunity to view space from telescopes. Please bring a blanket or chair. Parking fee required. 229-838-6202.
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Saturday, October 10, 2026

Bats of Georgia
Saturday, Oct 10, 2026 7 PM to 8 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Saturday, October 17, 2026

Sunset Stories
Saturday, Oct 17, 2026 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Gather around the campground firepit for an evening of stories under the stars! Professional storytellers will share captivating tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and timeless traditions. Bring a chair, a flashlight, and your imagination for this one-hour program filled with laughter and mountain magic. Program is weather permitting. Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Fort McAllister Haunted Trail
Saturday, Oct 17, 2026 7:30 PM to 11:45 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Fort McAllister's Annual Haunted Trail. If you're a braver soul, save the date! This year's theme is soon to come! Price: TBD 912-727-2339.
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Friday, October 23, 2026

A Haunted Evening at Victoria Bryant 2026 Weekend #1
Friday, Oct 23, 2026 4 PM to 10 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Come out and enjoy a spooky evening on the park! We will have a hayride, haunted trail, campsite decorating contest, costume contest, trick or treating, a Halloween movie, a campfire, and concessions. Friday night will be a non-spooky hayride for the little kids and Saturday will be the spooky night on the hayride. $1 - 7 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Saturday, October 24, 2026

Echoes on the Altamaha: Candle Lantern Tour
Saturday, Oct 24, 2026 6:30 PM to 10 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Echoes on the Altamaha: Candle Lantern Tour The moon is out, the lanterns are lit! For one night only, the past comes alive to tell you their tales. This year we focus on the history surrounding the 250th anniversary of the USA. Our candle lantern tour gives you the chance to speak with those daring folk who left their mark on the Georgia colony. $10. 912-437-4770.
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Haunted Village at Hard Labor Creek
Saturday, Oct 24, 2026 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Come visit our Spooky Haunted Village for a family-friendly, slight-fright event. Walk through Camp Daniel Morgan on a trail filled with scenes of your Halloween scary favorites. Ages 6 and above. There will be wagon rides available (1:30pm - 4:30pm) for those who don't want to be spooked on the haunted village. Tickets will be available Sept 23. $10 cash at the door. $10 online. $3 wagon ride cash parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Haunted Village at Hard Labor Creek
Saturday, Oct 24, 2026 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Come visit our Spooky Haunted Village for a family-friendly, slight-fright event. Walk through Camp Daniel Morgan on a trail filled with scenes of your Halloween scary favorites. Ages 6 and above. There will be wagon rides available (1:30pm - 4:30pm) for those who don't want to be spooked on the haunted village. Tickets will be available Sept 23. $10 cash at the door. $10 online. $3 wagon ride cash parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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A Haunted Evening at Victoria Bryant 2026 Weekend #1
Saturday, Oct 24, 2026 4 PM to 10 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Come out and enjoy a spooky evening on the park! We will have a hayride, haunted trail, campsite decorating contest, costume contest, trick or treating, a Halloween movie, a campfire, and concessions. Friday night will be a non-spooky hayride for the little kids and Saturday will be the spooky night on the hayride. $1 - 7 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Monday, October 26, 2026

Full Moon Hike
Monday, Oct 26, 2026 7:15 PM to 8:45 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Friday, October 30, 2026

A Haunted Evening at Victoria Bryant 2026 Weekend #2
Friday, Oct 30, 2026 4 PM to 10 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Come out and enjoy a spooky evening on the park! We will have a hayride, haunted trail, campsite decorating contest, costume contest, trick or treating, a Halloween movie, a campfire, and concessions. Friday night will be a non-spooky hayride for the little kids and Saturday will be the spooky night on the hayride. $1 - $7 parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Saturday, October 31, 2026

Sunset Stories
Saturday, Oct 31, 2026 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Gather around the campground firepit for an evening of stories under the stars! Professional storytellers will share captivating tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and timeless traditions. Bring a chair, a flashlight, and your imagination for this one-hour program filled with laughter and mountain magic. Program is weather permitting. Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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A Haunted Evening at Victoria Bryant 2026 Weekend #2
Saturday, Oct 31, 2026 4 PM to 10 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Come out and enjoy a spooky evening on the park! We will have a hayride, haunted trail, campsite decorating contest, costume contest, trick or treating, a Halloween movie, a campfire, and concessions. Friday night will be a non-spooky hayride for the little kids and Saturday will be the spooky night on the hayride. $1 - $7 parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Saturday, November 7, 2026

Family Adventure Camp
Saturday, Nov 7, 2026 9 AM to 8 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
A event for family's to spend time together by hiking, campfire building, hayride, archery, and more. You can stay overnight in pioneer camping or come for the day. Please Call Park Office for more information. Registration limited to 40 people. $18 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Wednesday, November 25, 2026

Full Moon Hike
Wednesday, Nov 25, 2026 6:35 PM to 9 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Saturday, December 5, 2026

Christmas Comes to Victoria Bryant
Saturday, Dec 5, 2026 5 PM to 8 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Join us for an evening full of Christmas cheer! Bring the little ones out to see Santa and have their picture taken, a fun Christmas craft, sweet treats, hot chocolate, Christmas lights, campsite decorating contest, campfire, a Christmas movie, and a Christmas light hayride around the park! $1-5 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Friday, December 11, 2026

Candlelight Tours
Friday, Dec 11, 2026 5 PM to 9 PM
Chief Vann House Historic Site - Chatsworth, GA
Tour the Vann's historic Cherokee home decorated with freshly cut greenery and lit by hundreds of candles, akin to an early 19th-century Moravian Christmas. Live music, cider and cookies add to the festivities. Arrive by 8p.m. to best enjoy the event, admission is paid at the door. Candles will be extinguished at 9p.m. $8. 706-695-2598.
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Saturday, December 12, 2026

Candlelight Tours
Saturday, Dec 12, 2026 5 PM to 9 PM
Chief Vann House Historic Site - Chatsworth, GA
Tour the Vann's historic Cherokee home decorated with freshly cut greenery and lit by hundreds of candles, akin to an early 19th-century Moravian Christmas. Live music, cider and cookies add to the festivities. Arrive by 8p.m. to best enjoy the event, admission is paid at the door. Candles will be extinguished at 9p.m. $8. 706-695-2598.
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Wednesday, December 23, 2026

Full Moon Hike
Wednesday, Dec 23, 2026 5:15 PM to 6:45 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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