Events in ForsythSummer
Forsyth is one of the best places to visit in Georgia. We have many seasonal activities you can enjoy. Below is our listing of SUMMER EVENTS happening in Forsyth, GA.
1st Saturday Shop Small
Join us in downtown Forsyth on the first Saturday of each month for our special 1st Saturday Shop Small event. Enjoy the sweet life in Forsyth and look for the shopping and dining specials sure to please! And don’t miss out on the special treat — Forsyth Mainstreet sponsors a free concert and food trucks on those first Saturday nights— May through August!
High Falls State Park
You’ll be amazed at the daily activities for adults, kids, campers, hikers, kayakers and fishermen alike – all year long at High Falls State Park!
478-993-3053
Monroe County Fine Arts Center
Visit the Monroe County Fine Arts Center website for current & upcoming show information!
478-994-2031
Splash Pad
The heat got you down? Nothing to do for the summer? Wait! Come out and make a splash at the Splash Pad! Now Open, Tuesday – Saturday 10:00 am – 8:00 pm, CLOSED MONDAY (except on holidays) for maintenance. All children must be supervised.
478-994-5649
Trivia Tuesday
Join other trivia contestants for Blake Morton’s Salty Trivia Tuesdays 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm at Jonah’s on Johnston! There will be prizes, family fun, and of course pizza!
478-994-5649
Music Trivia
Test your wits or luck against everyone in the bar. Music Trivia is hosted each Thursday 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm at The Pickled Okra by Knucklehead Studios.
478-994-4993
Karaoke Thursdays
Share your musical talent in the “Tap Room” at Fox City Brewing Co. every Thursday night 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm.
478-993-2174
Farmers Market Fridays
Every Friday beginning in May and lasting until October, purchase fresh fruits, vegetables, honey, dairy, homemade soap, and natural and organic goods from local farmers at the Forsyth Farmers Market. Stop by anytime 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 pm.
478-994-7747
Live Music & BBQ Sundays
Enjoy family-friendly fun at Hamlin Hills! Pick fresh produce, buy local products, and enjoy the Historic Farm Museum, a Petting Zoo, and live music & BBQ on Sundays starting at noon. Don’t miss seasonal events like the haunted corn maze or zombie paintball.
478-719-6127 or 1-844-FUN-FARM
Animal Art Show
Come support local arts! This animal art exhibit features animal themed artisan works in photography, painting, digital art, and mixed media. Art will be on display June 3-17, 2023, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, at the Artisan Guild.
478-993-7525
Summer Concert Series
Rebel is an alternative rock band from Miami, Florida and is comprised by Micke Fedez, John C. and AJ Navarrete. If your into alternative you’re in for an amazing night in Forsyth’s historic downtown. VIP tables and armbands are available. June 3rd, 2023, 8:00 pm, on the square.
478-994-7741
Save A Pet Rescue Ride
A house is not a home without a pet. Help Save A Pet, Inc. by taking an ‘adventure ride’ followed by an included lunch, raffle and live band, “The Mustangs,” to support an effort to rescue and rehome pets. $20 per bike/jeep and $10 ea. passenger. June 10th, 2023, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.
9am – 5pm: Mary Edith 478-394-0670
After 5pm: Amanda 478-365-3033
Sail On
Sail On plays all of the Beach Boys’ classic hits, plus some treasures from the band’s brilliant extended catalog, recreating the soundtrack to an Endless Summer completely live and in rich detail. Appearing live June 10, 2023, 7:30 pm at the Monroe County Fine Arts Center.
478-994-2031
Juneteenth Jam
Make quality time with your loved ones a top priority by bringing a lawn chair and picnic basket to the “Telling Our Story:” Monroe County Black History – Juneteenth Jam featuring live music from The Swag Band. June 17th, 2023, 6:00 pm onwards at the W. M. Hubbard Complex.
478-394-2972
Meadows Georgia State 2023
Meadows Clay Sports is hosting the 2023 Georgia State Championship June 21st-25th, 2023.
en Plein Air Share
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at art but didn’t know how to begin? Come learn about Plein Air Painting. We will share information about what materials you need to get started, local Plein Air groups, National Opportunities, and the importance of on-the-scene painting. Visit the website link below to register for this free event to be held Saturday, July 24th, 10:30 am – 11:30 am by the 1823 Artisan Guild, Inc.
478-993-1823
Paws on the Falls
Bring your furry friends along on this .5 mile hike at High Falls State Park. Participants should meet at the park office. The first hike begins at 9:00 am, Saturday, July 1st, 2023. The second hike begins at 10:00 am Saturday, July 15th, 2023. Both events are free with $5 paid parking. Spots are limited so, please call to pre register.
478-993-3053
Campground Bingo
Think you have good luck? Come and “test your luck” in a few rounds of High Falls State Park Campground Bingo. We will meet in the program area from 10:30 am – 11:30 am on July 1st, 2023. A Bingo match will also be held on Saturday, July 22nd, 2023, at 12:00 noon. Play for just $1 per card.
478-993-3053
Historic High Falls Hike
Did you know that there was once a bustling town in High Falls? Come out to the main office at High Falls State Park to learn more about “how things were, way back when” on July 1st at 4:00 pm, July 8th at 9:30 am, July 13th at 11:30 am, July 15th at 11:30 am, and July 22nd at 10:00 am . There is no charge for the tour. Parking is $5.
478-993-3053
Glow In the Dark Mini Golf
Are your looking for something very unusual to do this weekend? Come spend a fun evening at High Falls State Park playing “Glow in the Dark Mini Golf!” Meet at the mini golf course from 9:00 pm – 10:00 pm. Just $5 per person and $5 to park.
478-993-3053
Summer Concert Series
The Ty Reynolds Band covers a complete variety of songs including Top 40, rock, country, funk, Motown, etc. The hits span from the 70’s to current. Bring Friends and Family to an amazing night in Forsyth’s historic downtown. VIP tables and armbands are available. July 1st, 2023, 8:00 pm, on the square.
478-994-7741
Morning Hike
Need a GOOD reason to get up early? Look no further than the beauty to be found when you greet the morning with a free .5 mile “Morning Hike” at High Falls State Park. July 2nd, 2023 starting at 9:00 am at the park office. $5 parking.
478-993-3053
Nature Journaling
STRESSED OUT? Spend some time reflecting on nature! Come to the program area at High Falls State Park on Sunday, July 2nd, 2023, from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm to learn about the peaceful practice of nature journaling! $2 per. person, notebooks included, plus $5 parking.
478-993-3053
Frog Craft
Do you know the difference between a frog and a toad? Join us at the High Falls State Park program area Sunday, July 2nd, 2023 from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm to learn about frogs while doing a craft! $2 per. person plus $5 parking.
478-993-3053
Spider Craft
Are you a fan of the strange but true? Come meet in the program area at High Falls State Park on Saturday, July 8th, 2023 at 12 noon to learn about spiders while doing a craft project. $2
478-993-3053
Take Flight Hike
Can you recognize a bird by the sound of its call? To learn how to identify bird calls you need to participate in the Take Flight Hike presented at High Falls State Park. A free event on Thursday, July 13th at 9:30 am. $5 parking.
478-993-3053
Bird Feeder Craft
Want to attract more birds to your yard? Feed them! Meet in the program area between 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Thursday, July 13th, 2023 at High Falls State Park to create a pinecone bird feeder craft for just $2.
478-993-3053
Scavenger Hunt
Who doesn’t enjoy a scavenger hunt? Scavenger hunts are fun brain games! Come alone or by the car full because not only are scavenger hunts a fantastic way to bond with friends, but they engage your critical thinking skills. Join High Falls State Park at the Tranquility Trail head at 9:30 am on July 16th, 2023 to pick up a scavenger hunt page and see what you can find! Free with $5 paid parking.
478-993-3053
Butterfly Craft
Can you tell the difference between a butterfly and a moth? If you meet at the program area of High Falls State Park on July 16th, 2023 at 12 noon you can learn how – and complete a butterfly craft. $2
478-993-3053
Kids Cooking Camp: Ages 9-13
Have your kids been wanting to help out in the kitchen? … send them to Cooking Camp at Her Majesty Cooking & Catering by Chef Chelsia. Ages: 9-13: July 18 th – 22nd, 2023. Space is limited. Please pre-register.
478-241-0077
Treasure Island
Take the family to a live action rousing adventure story, Treasure Island, one of the most durable adventure stories of all time with the villainous Long John Silver following young Jim across the ocean to search out a buried fortune on Treasure Island. Appearing July 21-30, 2023 at the Rose Theater.
478-994-0443
Suzy Bogguss
Susan Kay Bogguss is an American country music singer and songwriter. In the 1990s, six of her songs were Top 10 hits, three albums were certified gold, and one album received a platinum certification. Appearing Saturday, July 22, 2023, 7:30 pm at the Monroe County Fine Arts Center.
478-994-2031
Log Roll Stroll
There is a flow of energy through a food web/food chain of every ecosystem beginning with sunlight and ending in decomposition. Join High Falls State Park at the Tranquility Trail head on Sunday, July 23rd, 2023, at 9:30 am to take a stroll, roll over logs, to see what decomposers can be found. Free Activity. $5 parking.
478-993-3053
Bat Craft
Are you afraid of bats? Don’t be because bats play a critical role regarding insect control including beetles and mosquitos. Bats also help to spread seeds. Learn more reasons why bats are good for the environment and help people by visiting High Falls State Park Sunday, July 23rd, 2023, at 11:30 am, visit the bat house and make a bat craft afterwards! $2.
478-993-3053
Kids Cooking Camp: Ages 14-17
Have you been searching for ways to build self confidence and creativity in your children? We have the solutions you’ve been looking for … send them to Cooking Camp at Her Majesty Cooking & Catering by Chef Chelsia. Ages: 14-17: July 24th – 28th, 2023. Space is limited. Please pre-register.
478-241-0077
Kids 3-Day Nature Summer Camp
Come to an enchanting three-day summer adventure where young nature enthusiasts will embark on a journey into the fascinating world of plants and their helpers! The Mossy Corner Nursery offers a unique, immersive, and educational opportunity for children to explore the wonders of the natural world while fostering a sense of connection and appreciation for the environment. July 25th-27th, 2023. Spaces limited to 15 per day. Please pre-register.
478-808-0513
World Ranger Day
World Ranger Day is celebrated around the world on July 31st each year on the anniversary of the founding of The International Ranger Federation (IRF), an organization that supports the work of rangers as the key protectors of parks and conservation. World Ranger Day will also be a day to remember the many rangers who have been injured or killed in the line of duty while protecting national and state parks.
Ocmulgee River Water Trail
Love the water? Cant wait to brave the rapids, or just coast the calm waters of the Ocmulgee River. Ocmulgee Water Trail invites you to enjoy the water hiking experience of a lifetime.
Summer Concert Series
Searching for quality family entertainment? Come downtown & conclude our summer concert series with Kenny on the Keys. If the fast-hand piano style doesn’t get you going his top hit song selection will. Kenny has the ability to intrigue a wide variety of listeners, never failing to impress. Get Ready for a heart pumping, piano banging good time. VIP tables & armbands are available. August 5th, 2023, 8:00 pm, on the square.
478-994-7747
Sports-Mic Monday Nights
Have you ever wanted to be a part of a live broadcast? Join us at 7:00 pm Monday nights, starting August 14th, 2023, at the Pickled Okra where we talk local sports!
