Whether or not your family’s heritage has Scottish ties, come experience Scotland without the need of a passport or international flight across the ocean. Highland dancers, Scottish athletes, family clans, bagpipes and drums and traditional musicians will come to celebrate their heritage at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds on June 6 and 7, 2026. 

Admission prices for 2026 are Saturday $25 per person, Sunday $20 per person. Ticket price for BOTH days $35 per person for groups of 10 or more $15 per person. Children 7-12 are $5 each and those 6 and under are free. There are no additional charges for any of the children’s activities. There is no additional charge for parking; handicapped parking is available first come first serve.

The Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds hosts all the events beginning at 9 am each day. The opening ceremony with the massed bands and parade of tartans will be at 12 noon on Saturday.

Sheep dogs herding sheep and ducks, falcons and birds of prey, Scottish Cows, all come with their handlers. Scottish Athletes, Highland dancers, pipers and drummers all come to celebrate the culture of Scotland, here in the highlands of North Georgia. The blacksmith/knife smith demonstrations and Clan Nan Con will be in set up in the vendor area.

Wee lads and lassies are encouraged to come to the festival with their family. Special activities for the children include the “passport to the clan” where children visit clan tents and learn one fact about each clan earning a stamp, once their passport is full they receive a prize. There will also be face painting and other activities especially for the wee ones. There is no additional charge for any of the children’s activities.

What is a festival without shopping? Many favorite vendors with traditional Scottish wares, clothing and food are returning plus new merchants who are making their first trek to the Georgia Mountain Scottish Festival. Delicious Scottish food, jewelry, sporran, kilts, T-shirts, clothing, and many more Scottish items will be available for purchase.

Come experience “a wee bit of Scotland in the Mountains of North Georgia!”

Featuring Daniel Stallworth, Sam Cox and Braden Rumfelt and the Braden Rumfelt Band. 

Don’t miss this exciting night of worship, personal testimony and behind the scenes of American Idol all in one night at Anderson Music Hall June 6th 7PM 

VIP Tix available 

Possible appearance by Jordan McCullough.

Doors open at 7 pm. Concert will be at 8 pm

Featuring Daniel Stallworth, Sam Cox and Braden Rumfelt and the Braden Rumfelt Band. 

Don’t miss this exciting night of worship, personal testimony and behind the scenes of American Idol all in one night at Anderson Music Hall June 6th 7PM 

VIP Tix available 

Possible appearance by Jordan McCullough.

Doors open at 7 pm. Concert will be at 8 pm

VIP 1 includes:

1 ticket in Section 10

T-Shirt

Picture with a singer

1 item signed

Featuring Daniel Stallworth, Sam Cox and Braden Rumfelt and the Braden Rumfelt Band. 

Don’t miss this exciting night of worship, personal testimony and behind the scenes of American Idol all in one night at Anderson Music Hall June 6th 7PM 

VIP Tix available 

Doors open at 7 pm. Concert will be at 8 pm

VIP 2 includes:

1 ticket in Section 10

T-Shirt

With a legacy spanning decades,Shenandoah remains one of country music’s most enduring and influential bands. Known for their rich harmonies and heartfelt storytelling, the Grammy, CMA, and ACM Award-winning group has delivered timeless hits like”Two Dozen Roses,”“Church on Cumberland Road,”“Next to You, Next to Me,”“Sunday in the South,”“I Want to Be Loved Like That,”and”Somewhere in the Vicinity of the Heart.”A platinum-selling powerhouse with over a billion career streams, Shenandoah’s music continues to resonate across generations. Their recent collaborations have reignited fan excitement—“Two Dozen Roses” featuring Luke Combs and “Sunday in the South” featuring Jason Aldean and Luke Bryan both soared to#1 on the iTunes All-Genre Chart, proving the band’s influence is as strong as ever.With a sound that helped define the golden era of ‘90s country and a presence that still commands today’s stages and charts, Shenandoah remains a pillar of American country music.

Sail into summer at the Hiawassee DDA’s 4th Annual FUN-Draiser featuring A1A – The Official & Original Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show!

On July 18, 2026, we’re taking Towns County straight to paradise. Doors open at 5:30pm and the concert kicks off at 7pm. It will be an evening of classic island vibes and feel-good Buffett energy!

This isn’t just a concert — it’s an experience. Kick back island-style with food trucks, browse a huge silent auction, try your luck with our wine pull, and throw your fins up for a 50/50 raffle.

Two ticket tiers help you choose your version of paradise:

🌴 General Admission – bring your flip-flops and enjoy the island breeze.

🌺 VIP Tables – six premium seats closest to the stage, a delicious charcuterie board, two bottles of wine, and complimentary water/tea/lemonade. It’s basically a “Cheeseburger in Paradise” level upgrade… minus the cheeseburger (but trust us, the food trucks have you covered).

And here’s the best part: every ticket sold helps us grow the Paris Business Center, Hiawassee’s new hub for entrepreneurship and community innovation. The PBC is a thriving small business center and incubator where our region’s businesses can test ideas, attend workshops, and find the support they need to succeed. When you party with us, you’re fueling local jobs, expanding resources for small business owners, and helping this revitalized historic building shine in the heart of downtown. Now that’s a reason to raise a glass!

A1A brings the authenticity, energy, and beach-party magic that venues nationwide call a 10 out of 10, “pure escapism,” and “an experience!” If you’re ready for an unforgettable night on island time, grab your tickets now, because it’s always 5 o’clock in Hiawassee on July 18th.

Fins up — we’ll see you at the FUN-Draiser!

LASER LIGHT SHOW

JULY 25

KIDS ACTIVITIES 5 – 9 P.M. (kids 12 and under free)

LASER SHOW AT 9:45 P.M.

Peter is ready to perform some of his biggest hits from his legendary pop band Herman’s Hermits. See him take on the Anderson Music Hall Stage at 7pm!

Multi-platinum Quartz Hill Records’ Joe Nichols is one of country music’s most-lauded recording artists. A 21st century traditionalist, Nichols is an artist who is both timely and timeless – one who has racked up more than TWO BILLION cumulative audio streams/views including a half-dozen No. 1 singles and ten Top 10 hits with a sound that blurs the boundaries between country music’s past and present. It’s an approach that has earned Nichols three GRAMMY nominations, a CMA award, an ACM trophy, a CMT “Breakthrough Video of the Year” Award as well as multiple gold and platinum-certified records. Nichols’ additional honors include awards from Billboard, Radio & Records and Music Row Magazine as well as a New York Times “Best-Albums-of-the-Year” nod. The celebrated star has appeared on national media programs ranging from the ACM Presents: Superstar Duets in CBS primetime to The Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live, The View, Entertainment Tonight and Austin City Limits. He also made his big screen debut in the feature film Murder at Yellowstone City.

Nichols’ 11th career studio album, Honky Tonks and Country Songs, is available now across all digital retailers and streaming partners. The first single from the album, “Better Than You,” is a Top 40 hit and rising at U.S. Country Radio.

The Randy Travis: More Life Tour

More Life Tour features the legendary country singer and his co-star in independent film The Price, James Dupré. The Country Music Hall of Fame member’s long-time touring band rejoins “Hoss,” as they affectionately call Travis, on the road for the first time since right before his stroke in 2013. The show will consist of Dupré and the band performing all of his iconic number ones including “On The Other Hand,” “Forever and Ever, Amen” and “Three Wooden Crosses.” Randy Travis will make a special appearance, engaging with the audience and taking part in the show. Please note:While he will not be singing, his presence will make for an unforgettable experience.VIP passes are available in most markets that include a meet and greet with the country icon, himself. “We are incredibly excited to be back on the road and give Randy’s fans a chance to hear his music live again, and who better to sing his many hits than James Dupré?” said Mary and Randy Travis. Always wanting to please his fans, and not willing to give up creating despite the after-effects of the stroke, the long-time Grand Ole Opry star stunned the world by releasing two songs newly created with the use of advanced technology over the past two years, “Where That Came From” and “Horses in Heaven.” For more information about the More Life Tour and everything Randy Travis, please visit www.RandyTravis.com.

Over 3 Million records sold, 1.8 Billion global streams, and 5 GRAMMY® Nominations. Crowder’s first solo album, Neon Steeple, debuted at No. 8 on the Billboard 200, was named iTunes 2014 Christian Album of the Year, garnered multiple radio hits, two GRAMMY® nominations for “Come As You Are” and “Lift Your Head Weary Sinner (Chains), a Grand Ole Opry debut, a Dove Award and numerous K-LOVE Fan Award Nominations. American Prodigal, his GRAMMY® nominated follow-up album, released in 2016, landing at No. 1 on the Christian & Gospel Album Chart, No. 3 on the Digital Albums Chart, No. 5 on Billboard’s Top Album Sales Chart and No. 12 on the all-genre, Top 200 Billboard Chart. The song “All My Hope” brought Crowder a No. 1 radio single, in addition to two Top 10 singles prior to that from American Prodigal. His third project, I Know A Ghost, hit No.1 yet again on the Billboard Top Christian Albums Chart, while also earning his fourth GRAMMY® nomination for Best Contemporary Christian Album. Following in the footsteps of his previous releases, Crowder’s fourth studio album, Milk & Honey (6.11.21), debuted at No.1 on the Billboard Top Christian/Gospel Albums Chart, bringing about a record-breaking year of music for the Texarkana-native upon its arrival. Nominated for Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year at the 2021 Dove Awards, the project’s lead single-turned-smash hit, “Good God Almighty,” not only peaked at No.1 at Christian radio, but it also sat atop the Billboard Christian Songs Chart for five consecutive weeks and landed Crowder his first No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Christian Songs chart. Continuing the success, the album’s sophomore single, “In The House,” became Crowder’s fourth No.1 radio single in February 2022 and the project’s third single “God Really Loves Us” garnered a GRAMMY® nomination for Best Contemporary Christian Music Song. Crowder’s latest release is his first Christmas album Milk & Cookies: A Merry Crowder Christmas. With recent press highlights including GMA, Fox & Friends, Wall Street Journal, PEOPLE Magazine, SPIN, American Songwriter and many more.

Georgia Mountain Fair Pro Rodeo, September 5 – 6, 2026 at 8pm (Gates open at 6 pm) Join us Labor Day Weekend for a Rodeo! Enjoy the best bucking horses, bulls, world class contestants from all over the United States and Canada, and the top of the line specialty acts! This is a family event that will definitely keep you on the edge of your seat with live entertainment! Admission: $25 – Ages 6 years and up (Children 5 & under Free)

Dailey & Vincent Music Fest 2026

Lineup to be announced

Dailey & Vincent MusicFest 2026

Lineup to be announced