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Saturday, December 27, 2025

Starry, Starry Night
Saturday, Dec 27, 2025 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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Star Party - Canceled
Saturday, Dec 27, 2025 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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Wednesday, December 31, 2025

Gazing Into the New Year
Wednesday, Dec 31, 2025 to Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 11 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come glow with us into the New Year! Enjoy a 1 mile easy hike to the Flat Rock to enjoy the stars and count down to the new year. Wear you glow items, comfortable shoes and bring water. The ranger will have additional glow items. $8 Adult / $5 Child parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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First Day Hike - Hiking into the New Year
Wednesday, Dec 31, 2025 to Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 11:30 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Tired of sitting your way into the new year? Start 2026 off on the right (and left) foot as we hike into the new year. Parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Last Day Sunset Hike
Wednesday, Dec 31, 2025 6 PM to 9 PM
Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site - Cartersville, GA
Celebrate the last day of 2025 with a torch-lit sunset tour of the historic city of Etowah. On Wednesday, December 31st, the Mounds will be open until 9:00 pm, with guided tours up Mound A starting at 6:00 pm to view the sunset. Walk with a ranger, view the stars, or try some piping hot corn fritters along other traditional southern recipes $2-$6. 770-387-3747.
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First Day Hike - Midnight on the Mound
Wednesday, Dec 31, 2025 to Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 11:30 PM to 1 AM
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Earn the limited First Day Hike 2026 sticker by meeting us at the Temple Mound Parking Lot New Years Eve at 11:30pm and join us for a hike up the largest Platform Mound in the southeastern US. S'Mores and the moonlight at midnight are sure to make this a Monumental Moment, as we welcome the annual theme for 2026. Monumental Moments: America’s 250th Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Friday, January 2, 2026

Cozy by the Campfire
Friday, Jan 2, 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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Fireside Fun in the Campground
Friday, Jan 2, 2026 6:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Snuggle up next to our campfire and unwind. A park ranger will have some campfire activities planned for the night. Then we'll wrap the evening up with everyone's favorite campfire treat! 912-727-2339.
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Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Jan 2, 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, January 3, 2026

Movie Night at the Park!
Saturday, Jan 3, 2026 5 PM to 7 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Join us at the group shelter to watch an animated, PG-rated movie to end Winter Break! Doors to the group shelter open at 5 pm, and the movie will begin at 5:30 pm. Call the visitor center for more information! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Full Moon Hike
Saturday, Jan 3, 2026 6:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Explore the park after dark with our ranger-led Super Moon Hike. During this 3-mile hike, we will observe the first full moon of 2026. $5 per person parking fee required. 912-727-2339.
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Hike by the Light of the Moon
Saturday, Jan 3, 2026 7 PM to 8 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come view the year's first supermoon from the trail! We'll hike out from the Visitor Center along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail to watch the full Wolf Moon make its rise in our sightline. This hike is fully accessible & pet-friendly. Meet at the Visitor Center fire ring. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center before 5pm day of event. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Lake Trail Sunset Hike
Saturday, Jan 3, 2026 5 PM to 6:30 PM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Join our Naturalist on a guided hike down our Lake Trail! We will stop on our boardwalk to admire the sunset! Please bring a flashlight for the hike back so we can check out our Park after dark. We will meet at the Interpretive Center to hit he trail! Sign up at the Visitor Center prior to the event. We will see you there! $3 plus parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Full Moon Hike
Saturday, Jan 3, 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, January 9, 2026

Creatures of the Night Hike
Friday, Jan 9, 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 – Jan 9, 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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Friday, January 16, 2026

Cozy by the Campfire
Friday, Jan 16, 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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Astronomy Adventure Mini Junior Ranger Camp
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 6 PM to 9 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Join us for an evening of outdoor fun at our Astronomy Adventure Mini Camp for Junior Rangers ages 4-10. Campers will journey through the solar system with hands-on activites, crafts, and stargazing to bring the night sky to life. $35. 912-727-2339.
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Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Jan 16, 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, January 17, 2026

Dark Skies Stargazing
Saturday, Jan 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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Sunday, January 18, 2026

Stargazer's Night Hike
Sunday, Jan 18, 2026 7 PM to 8 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our stargazing walk on the night of the year's first new moon! We'll hike from the Visitor Center, across the bridge over water, and out to the rocky point at the fishing hole to observe the cold sky with no moon at all. This pet-friendly program typically lasts about one hour. Consider bringing a walking stick and torch light. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, January 23, 2026

Cozy by the Campfire
Friday, Jan 23, 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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Fireside Fun in the Campground
Friday, Jan 23, 2026 6:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Snuggle up next to our campfire and unwind. A park ranger will have some campfire activities planned for the night. Then we'll wrap the evening up with everyone's favorite campfire treat! 912-727-2339.
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Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Jan 23, 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, January 24, 2026

Night Tour of Fort McAllister
Saturday, Jan 24, 2026 6 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Experience the beauty and tranquility of Fort McAllister at night on this ranger-guided tour of the fort. We will recount history and tell stories of Georgia's last battle of the Civil War. $15. 912-727-2339.
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Sunday, January 25, 2026

Lake Trail Sunset Hike
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 5 PM to 6:30 PM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Join our Naturalist on a guided hike down our Lake Trail! We will stop on our boardwalk to admire the sunset! Please bring a flashlight for the hike back so we can check out our Park after dark. We will meet at the Interpretive Center to hit he trail! Sign up at the Visitor Center prior to the event. We will see you there! $3 plus parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Friday, January 30, 2026

Creatures of the Night Hike
Friday, Jan 30, 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 – Jan 30, 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, January 31, 2026

Campfire Fun for the Family
Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 8 PM to 9:30 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come join us for an evening of s'mores, songs, stories! Bring your own lawn chair and favorite hot beverage: coffee, hot tea, or hot chocolate. S'mores will be provided. Spots limited, call to reserve your spot. Parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Sunday, February 1, 2026

Full Moon Hike
Sunday, Feb 1, 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, February 6, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Feb 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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Friday, February 13, 2026

Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Feb 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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Saturday, February 14, 2026

Valentines Day Glow Hike
Saturday, Feb 14, 2026 8 PM to 9:30 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Bring your sweetheart on a fun Valentines Night glow hike to the observation tower. Wear your Valentines LED lights and glow sticks, the Ranger will provide additional glow items. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Tuesday, February 17, 2026

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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Friday, February 20, 2026

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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Friday, February 27, 2026

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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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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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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Friday, March 13, 2026

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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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

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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

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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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

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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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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