While there is a chance of rain in the forecast, there are still plenty of ways to get out and enjoy events around Northeast Georgia for the first weekend of May.
Here is this weekend's list of events:
WEEKEND EVENTS May 2 – 4, 2025
EVENTS AND FESTIVALS
Event Name: 49th Annual Lula Railroad Festival Days, Lula
Event Date & Time: Friday, May 2 – Saturday, May 3
Event Location: Lula Train Depot, 5911 Wall St., Lula
Event Details: Friday evening will consist of a movie event at the Depot beginning at 5 PM, with the movie starting just after dark. The parade begins at 10 AM on Saturday and will serve as a great kickoff for the vendors and entertainment happening that day. You will find crafts, food, drinks and more! You do not want to miss this! Find the full list of events online at https://www.cityoflula.com/railroad-days/.
Event Name: Daisy Festival, Nicholson
Event Date & Time: Friday, May 2 – Saturday, May 3
Event Location: East Jackson Park, Downtown Nicholson
Event Details: Nicholson, Georgia is known for its annual Daisy Festival, which is held the first weekend in May. The festival runs on Friday and Saturday. There is plenty of food, crafts, entertainment, pony rides, inflatables, raffles, auction, live music, games, cake walks and more. Craft vendors are located throughout the park with all kinds of homemade items. The parade starts at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday morning. Come join us for a weekend of fun activities for the whole family. For details, visit https://nicholson-ga.com/?page_id=72.
Event Name: Duluth Chalk Art Festival, Duluth
Event Date & Time: Friday, May 2, 6 – 9 p.m., Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Event Location: Downtown Duluth
Event Details: Get ready to be dazzled by a chalk-tastic extravaganza at the Chalk Art Festival in Duluth! This Art Month event will showcase a lineup of 10+ chalk artists who will transform the Downtown pavement into stunning masterpieces. Want to show off your chalk skills on Saturday?! Sign up to be an amateur artist! Engage your inner artist and contribute to a Community Art Project by joining other eventgoers in creating a collaborative chalk mural on Saturday. Be sure to stop by the Activity Lawn to enjoy Derby Day activities starting at 2:30 pm on Saturday. There will also be food vendors on site, as well. https://www.exploregwinnett.org/event/duluth-chalk-art-festival%f0%9f%a7%91%e2%80%8d%f0%9f%8e%a8/990/.
Event Name: Spring Carnival, Dawsonville
Event Date & Time: May 1 – May 5, Various Times
Event Location: North Georgia Premium Outlets, 800 GA-400, Dawsonville
Event Details: Enjoy fair-style rides, games, prizes and foods! Get details at https://www.destinationdawsonville.com/events/north-georgia-premium-outlets-spring-carnival-is-back-for-families-with-kids-of-all-ages/.
MUSIC
Event Name: First Friday Concerts, Gainesville
Event Date & Time: Friday, May 2, 7 – 10 p.m.
Event Location: Historic Downtown Gainesville Square
Event Details: Join us on the Downtown Square on the first Friday of the month from May-September for our First Friday Concert Series! This month features classic Rock ‘N Roll with Rock Station. There will be vendors, a kids activity area, and more fun for the whole family. Bring a picnic blanket or chairs. For details, visit https://www.exploregainesville.org/first-friday-concerts/.
Event Name: Music in the Branch, Flowery Branch
Event Date & Time: Sunday, May 4, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Event Location: Flowery Branch Amphitheater, 5603 Mitchell St., Flowery Branch
Event Details: Join us on the 1st Sunday of each month at 6:30 PM for Music in the Branch, our free concert series featuring incredible local artists! Bring your lawn chair, your friends, and your love for live music to the amphitheater and enjoy an evening of great tunes under the stars. This months’ featured guest is the Greg Erwin Band. You can find details at https://discoverlakelanier.com/events/music-in-the-branch/.
Event Name: Community Concert, Sugar Hill
Event Date & Time: Friday, May 2, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Event Location: The Promenade, 5039 W Broad St., Sugar Hill
Event Details: Music at Sugar Hill is back on May 2! Join us at The Promenade at 5:30 p.m. for live tunes from BCKS Band. Come early, grab dinner from one of our downtown restaurants, and enjoy a laid-back evening in the heart of Sugar Hill. More details are online at https://cityofsugarhill.com/upcoming-events/.
Event Name: RadioStar, Cumming
Event Date & Time: Friday, May 2, 7 – 9 p.m.
Event Location: Cumming City Center, Lou Sobh Amphitheater, 423 Canton Rd., Cumming
Event Details: RadioStar is a cover band in the greater Atlanta area that features party rock, pop, and dance music from all eras and genres. The show is designed to be a fun, high-energy experience with several song choices you won't hear from any other local band. This is a community concert with free admission and parking. Bring your own blankets and chairs. Friendly dogs are also welcome. Get details at https://cummingcitycenter.com/events/.
Event Name: The Dukes of Country, Cumming
Event Date & Time: Saturday, May 3, 8 - 10 p.m.
Event Location: Cumming City Center, Lou Sobh Amphitheater, 423 Canton Rd., Cumming
Event Details: Not only does The Dukes of Country band transform into characters from the 70s, 80s, & 90s country hits, but they also include choreographed dancing, use CB radios on the stage to talk to the crowd, and the experience is complete with an awesome light show and video screens that help take each fan back to their memories of Classic Country in the most professional way possible! This is a community concert with free admission and parking. Bring your own blankets and chairs. Friendly dogs are also welcome. Get details at https://cummingcitycenter.com/events/.
Event Name: Piper and the Hard Times, Sautee Nacoochee
Event Date & Time: Saturday, May 3, 7 p.m.
Event Location: Sautee Nacoochee Center, 283 Hwy. 25 North, Sautee Nacoochee
Event Details: Nashville-based blues and roots group Piper & the Hard Times won first place at the 2024 International Blues Challenge in Memphis and will be on the Sautee Nacoochee Center stage. The band blends blues, gospel, and rock with dynamic performances and original songs that connect with audiences through strong grooves and catchy hooks. Held in the Historic Gym, the Hwy 255 Blues Club brings some of the best in blues to Northeast Georgia.Doors open at 6. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Get tickets at www.sauteenacoochecenter.org.
PRODUCTIONS
Event Name: You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, The Musical, Dahlonega
Event Date & Time: Weekends Now Through Sunday, May 11
Event Location: The Holly Theater 53 W Main St., Dahlonega
Event Details: Based on the “Peanuts” comic strip, follow Charlie Brown and the gang. This show is rated G for comic strip fans of all ages. Get your tickets at https://hollytheater.com/.
Event Name: Children’s Theatre, Wizard of Oz, Sugar Hill
Event Date & Time: Friday, May 2 – Sunday, May 4
Event Location: The Eagle Theater, 5029 W Broad St., Sugar Hil
Event Details: Join Dorothy and her loyal companion Toto as they “Follow the Yellow Brick Road” through the Land of Oz, determined to reach the Emerald City, where the great and powerful Wizard of Oz will help them get home. Perfect for all ages. Get tickets at https://www.eagleatsugarhill.com/events-tickets/.
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