Helen Oktoberfest 2026
2026-09-10 - 2026-11-01 | Helen Georgia
You don’t have to travel far for one of fall’s most recognizable celebrations. Helen’s 56th Oktoberfest begins September 10, with German music, food, dancing and festivities at the Festhalle. September celebrations take place Thursday through Sunday, and beginning October 1 the festival runs nightly through November 1.
For a great kickoff weekend, head to downtown Helen September 12 for the noon Oktoberfest Parade before the ceremonial keg tapping.

Bags & Bubbly
2026-09-17 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | North Georgia Technical College | Industrial Technology Event Center, 1500 GA-197, Clarkesville, GA, 30523, United States
Purses with a Purpose
Bags & Bubbly is a high‑energy designer handbag raffle and silent auction, benefiting Circle of Hope’s lifesaving domestic violence services in Habersham and surrounding counties. Guests enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres and bubbly while bidding on curated designer bags, with all proceeds supporting emergency shelter, advocacy, and housing assistance for survivors.

Fire & Shine Dinner
2026-09-19 17:30 - 20:00 | Hardman Farm State Historic Site, 143 Georgia 17, Sautee Nacoochee, GA, 30571, United States
Immerse yourself in an evening full of Appalachian culture, local history, local food, music and more.

Enjoy a Hardman Farm signature dining experience complete with black powder demonstration, live music and favorite southern dishes from Cowboys & Angels restaurant, Helen.

To purchase tickets, click here: https://fireandshine2026.eventbrite.com

Night Out on the Farm
2026-09-19 18:30 - 21:30 | Jaemor Farm, 5340 Cornelia Highway/ Ga 365, Alto, GA, 30510, United States
One-Night. Adult Only. Farm Fun!

Join us on September 19 from 6:30-9:30 pm for an exclusive after‑hours evening on the farm.

Wander the corn maze at golden hour, snap photos in the pumpkin patch, enjoy delicious food from The Eatery and top it off with our farm games. It’s fall at its best —in the perfect atmosphere.
To create the perfect laid‑back night of fun, local musician Cole Grover will bring his acoustic style to set the ideal backdrop for a fall evening with friends.
Bring your friends, bring your better half, bring your chill fall mood. You may even bring your own drinks if you wish.
This is a 21+ event, and ID will be required upon entry.
This is a limited-capacity event. Secure your spot today!
Date
September 19
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Pricing
$40
Ticket includes Harvest Pass Admission plus your choice of a signature fall experience:
• Create a one-of-a-kind bouquet from our flower field
or
• Select a jack-o’-lantern pumpkin to take home
The Eatery at Jaemor will be open with dinner and desserts available for purchase.

Helen's Alpine Village | Arts & Craft Show
2026-09-25 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-26 15:00 - 18:00 | Unicoi Hill Park | North Main Street
This is a three-day event being held during Octoberfest in Helen, Ga.

Big Red Apple Festival
2026-09-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Cornelia Main Street, 102 Grant Pl, Cornelia, GA, 30531, United States
Vendors, food and entertainment return to downtown for one of Cornelia’s signature community celebrations.

Helen's Alpine Village | Arts & Craft Show
2026-09-27 15:00 - 18:00 | Unicoi Hill Park | North Main Street
A three-day arts-and-crafts event arriving just as the fall season begins to pick up
