Join the movement to help raise awareness and save lives. The first Annual Cupid Shuffle Half Marathon and 5k run will take place on February 2, 2019 at 8am. The event will be held at The Bunn Ranch in Barnesville, GA. For more information visit the website
Major EventsWinter
Tree Lighting
Come join us for some caroling and refreshments as we embrace this holiday season with the lighting of the Christmas Tree. This event will take place on Monday, November 26th at 6:30pm on Jackson Street.
New Year’s Eve Ball Drop
Looking for fun for the whole family on New Year’s Eve? Join us on the historic Courthouse Square at 9pm for live entertainment, featuring “Swain and the Highway Souls”.
It is a party! So, tap your toes, dance, eat, and have lots of fun! Stay for the midnight countdown and Ball Drop too!
Free event — for more information call 478.994.7747
ANNE OF GREEN GABLES
The Backlot Players at the Rose Theater present January’s addition to the ’18 – ’19 season.
This beloved classic, filled with warmth and wit, is perfect for the winter season.
Jingle Fest
Kick off the inaugural Jingle Fest with the 29th Hometown Holidays Parade on Thursday, November 29th. It is a magical way to usher in the season with a nighttime parade, brilliant spectacle of lights and music promenading through Forsyth’s Historic district. The celebration continues with Santa’s Corner and Secret Santa’s Workshop on Saturday, December 1st. Keep in shape and have some fun, dressed in your finest festive gear, as part of the Jingle Jog 5k on Saturday, December 8th.
Hello Yellow Kickoff with Food Truck Vendors
Lets kickoff the Forsythia Festival season with a Hello Yellow celebration!! Come join us on February 23, 2019 from 11am-7pm, as we paint the town yellow. For more information visit the website
or contact Valerie McCullough at 478.994.9239
Groundhog Day Ceremony
Is winter here to stay, or is spring just around the corner? Find out what General Beauregard Lee has to say Saturday, February 2, 2019 at sunrise. The main gate will be open by 6:00 am. This free ceremony will begin around 7:30 am. Visit website for more information
