Augusta National may be hosting, "The Masters" this weekend, but here is what's happening around Gainesville and northeast Georgia this weekend:
WEEKEND EVENTS APRIL 11-13, 2025
Event Name: Egg-Stra Fun Scavenger Hunt, Gainesville
Event Date & Time: Saturday, April 12 – Saturday, April 19, Daily 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Event Location: Don Carter State Park, 5000 North Browning Bridge Rd., Gainesville
Event Details: Celebrate Easter with a self lead scavenger hunt on the Overlook Trail! Find a hidden egg or bunny, snap a picture, show the front office to win a prize!
Event Name: Spring Market, Cumming
Event Date & Time: Saturday, April 11, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Event Location: Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Rd., Cumming
Event Details: The Third Annual Cumming City Center Spring Market is shaping up to be an amazing event! The variety of vendors and family-friendly activities will definitely make it a fantastic day out. From home decor to handmade jewelry, there will be something for everyone.
Event Name: 3rd Annual Lawrenceville Boogie, Lawrenceville
Event Date & Time: Saturday, April 12, 4 – 10:30 p.m.
Event Location: Downtown Lawrenceville
Event Details: We’re revving things up in Downtown Lawrenceville on April 12, 2025 from 4 pm to 10:30 pm with the funkiest free block party around, featuring a multi-genre music fest packed with three stages of live music, charity car show, and an artist market - all located in the streets of Lawrenceville! All details at www.downtownlawrencevillega.com.
CONCERTS
Event Name: Concert: Evenings of Intimate Jazz with Kate McGarry, Gainesville
Event Date & Time: Friday, April 11 – Saturday, April 12, 8 – 10 p.m.
Event Location: The Arts Council Smithgall Arts Center, 331 Spring St., SW, Gainesville
Event Details: With 8 critically acclaimed albums and 3 GRAMMY nominations, vocalist Kate McGarry is recognized as a jazz artist who brings authenticity and vitality to every song regardless of genre. The Wall St. Journal calls her music, “austere and elegant, an exceptionally appealing blend of folk and jazz.” The New York Times pronounced her singing, “astute and sensitive.” Tickets are online at www.theartscouncil.net.
Event Name: Concert, Andrew Dixon, Cumming
Event Date & Time: Saturday, April 12, 7 – 9 p.m.
Event Location: Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Rd., Cumming
Event Details: Andrew Dixon is an up-and-coming country music artist that hails from the small town of Ila, Georgia. His love for country music is a product of a lifetime living out country songs. Free admission and parking. Just bring your own lawn chair or blanket. Friendly dogs are welcome, as well.
Event Name: Concert, All Nashville Roadshow, Dahlonega
Event Date & Time: Saturday, April 12, 5:30 – 10 p.m.
Event Location: R-Ranch in the Mountains, 65 R Ranch Rd., Dahlonega
Event Details: Join us on Saturday, April 12th, for an unforgettable evening as the All Nashville Roadshow rolls into Dahlonega, GA, bringing the best of Music City to the stunning R-Ranch in the Mountains. This isn’t just a concert—it’s a celebration of Nashville’s vibrant culture, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the North Georgia mountains. Experience live performances from three of Nashville’s most exciting rising Americana stars, savor authentic Nashville brews & bites, and soak in the magic of this traveling roadshow. Get tickets at https://allnashvilleroadshow.com/dahlonega
Event Name: Concert: Aunt Betty, Cumming
Event Date & Time: Friday, April 11, 7- 9 p.m.
Event Location: Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Rd., Cumming
Event Details: Aunt Betty officially started rocking way back in 2009. Aunt Betty covers Van Halen, AC/DC, Def Leppard, Poison, Motley Crue, Billy Idol and many more. Aunt Betty is booked almost every weekend at a venue in the SE United States. Attend an Aunt Betty show and re-live the glorious 80s. Free admission & free parking. No coolers, outside food, outside alcoholic beverages, cans, glass bottles, or smoking allowed. Friendly dogs on-leash are welcome! BYO lawn chairs or blankets to sit on.
Event Name: Lawrenceville Symphony Orchestra: Opera vs Musical, Lawrenceville
Event Date & Time: Saturday, April 12, 5 – 7 p.m.
Event Location: Lawrenceville Arts Center, 125 N Clayton St., Lawrenceville
Event Details: Enjoy a delightful evening of music with the Lawrenceville Symphony Orchestra’s Opera vs. Musical concert! This unique program showcases highlights from the worlds of opera and musical theatre, blending the beauty of classical arias with the charm of Broadway favorites. It’s a celebration of two beloved art forms, brought together in one unforgettable performance. Perfect for music lovers of all kinds! Get details at www.downtownlawrencevillega.com.
PRODUCTIONS
Event Name: Theater: Young Frankenstein, Oakwood
Event Date & Time: Friday, April 11 – Saturday, April 19, Various Times
Event Location: UNG Gainesville’s Ed Cabell Theatre, 2900 Landrum Education Dr., Oakwood
Event Details: Gainesville Theatre Alliance presents Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein, book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, music and lyrics by Mel Brooks. Recommended for ages 15+ for sexual innuendo and mild language. Get tickets and details at www.gainesvilletheatrealliance.org.
