Spalding County events
Things to do around Griffin this week.
Pulled from every issue of the Griffin Grapevine. Updated October 16.
Today
Fri, Oct 16
- 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Scarecrows in the Garden
Take a fall stroll through the UGA Research and Education Garden, where local businesses, schools, families, and community groups have set up hand-crafted scarecrows. The garden is open weekdays only, so Friday is your last chance this week; the display runs through October 30. Free and open to the public.
UGA Research and Education Garden, 129 West Ellis Road, Griffin, GA 30223
- 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Griffin Farmer’s Market
UGA Extension Spalding County hosts its weekly Friday farmers market at the Kiwanis Fairgrounds. Stop by for fresh local produce, honey, boiled peanuts, and more from area growers and vendors. An easy way to kick off the weekend while supporting local farms.
Kiwanis Fairgrounds, 1025 South Hill Street, Griffin, GA 30224
- 8:00–10:00 PM
Departure: The Journey Tribute Band
The Griffin Opera House welcomes back Departure, a Journey tribute band that plays more than 100 shows a year across the country. Expect the hits fans know and love, performed entirely live with no pre-recorded tracks. Tickets are available through the event page.
Griffin Opera House, 102 North Hill Street, Suite 200, Griffin, GA 30223
Tomorrow
Sat, Oct 17
- 11:00 AM–6:00 PM
Together, We Wear Pink at The Pink Buffalo
Downtown boutique The Pink Buffalo is donating 10% of all sales to the Georgia Alliance for Breast Cancer during this one-day Breast Cancer Awareness Month event. Shop small, give back, and wear your pink.
The Pink Buffalo, 103 South Hill Street, Griffin, GA 30223
Sunday
Oct 18
- 1:00 PM
History of Griffin: GSHS Fall Luncheon and Book Signing
The Griffin-Spalding Historical Society hosts its fall program celebrating the newly reprinted History of Griffin by Quimby Melton Jr., updated by his son Quimby Melton III, who will share stories and insights from the work. Copies will be available for purchase, and lunch will be provided. A worthwhile stop for anyone interested in local history and preservation.
Bailey-Tebault House, 633 Meriwether Street, Griffin, GA 30224
Friday
Oct 23
- 8:00 PM
On the Border: The Ultimate Eagles Tribute (Friday Show)
On the Border brings its Eagles tribute show to the Griffin Opera House, performing favorites such as “Desperado,” “Lyin’ Eyes,” “Life in the Fast Lane,” and “Heartache Tonight.” The band recreates the group’s sound with multiple lead vocalists, detailed guitar work, and six-part harmonies. Hosted by the Griffin Opera House and Classic Kingdom Entertainment LLC. Tickets are available through the event page.
Griffin Opera House, 102 North Hill Street, Suite 200, Griffin, GA 30223
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