Forever on our minds - Franklin County, GA.

- This event is a wonderful way to look at some beautiful cars and Jeeps and also all proceeds help buy Christmas for the children in the community. There will be craft vendors and food vendors set up. For more information please reach out to Shannon Manns Location: 400 Walmart Way, Eastanollee, GA, 30538 More Info

- Location: 43 Railroad Street, Hartwell, GA, 30643 More Info

- Location: 270 High Road, Carnesville, GA, 30521 More Info

- Location: 1415 Bryant Park Rd., Royston, GA, 30662 More Info

- Location: 16144 Highway 59, Carnesville, GA, 30521 More Info

- Royston, GA 2nd annual 5K Turkey Trot and 1 mile fun run. Be a part of this Thanksgiving tradition for you, your family, and your community. Participants who register by Nov 11, 2026 will be guaranteed a t-shirt and finishers medal. The fun run is a 1 mile course throughout the wellness park. The 5K is a 3.1mile course that you can walk or run through the streets of downtown Royston, GA. Both races will begin and end at the wellness park. During the 5K there will be one water station along the route as well as at the finish line. We look forward to being a part of your Thanksgiving tradition. To sign up go to https://runsignup.com/Race/Register?raceId=193537 Location: 81 Skelton Street, Royston, GA, 30662 More Info

- Annual Tree Lighting Location: 295 Depot Street, Canon, GA, 30520 More Info

- Join us for the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce Women’s Christmas Lunch & Paint Party! Enjoy a festive afternoon of lunch, ornament painting, and time to connect with friends and community. . .And you do not have to be a Chamber member to attend—everyone is welcome! Looking for a fun networking opportunity? Bring a door prize to showcase your business. When your prize is drawn, you’ll have a moment to introduce yourself and share a little about what you do. No creative skills needed—just bring your holiday spirit! Location: 961 Hull Avenue, PO BOX 151, Carnesville, GA, 30521 More Info

- Run wild this holiday season! Join North Georgia Technical College (NGTC) Alumni Association and mascot Howler for the Holiday Howler 5K and Family Fun Day to raise funds for student scholarships. Whether you prefer to walk, run, or play, we have activities for all ages and abilities! Festivities include: - 5K, 1-Mile Fun Run, and Tot Trot (ages 0-6) - Pictures with Santa - Festival of Trees - Letters to Santa - Cookies & Storytime - Face Painting - Holiday Games - Alumni & Race Awards Timeline of Events: - 8:30 am: Runner Check-in & Festivities Begin - 10 am: 5K Begins - 10:45 am: 1-Mile Fun Run - 11 am: Tot Trot - 11:15 am: Awards FREE parking with one (1) non-perishable food item per car or $5 cash Please note: Registration is required for the 5K, 1-Mile Fun Run and Tot Trot. All other activities are FREE and open to the public! 5K Registration: $30 Early Bird (Ends 10/15) | $35 Regular | $45 Race Day 1-Mile Fun Run: $15 Early Bird (Ends 10/15) | $20 Regular | $30 Race Day Tot Trot (ages 0-6): 1 Entry Included with 5K Registration OR $5 Per Tot Location: 1500 GA 197, Clarkesville, GA, 30523 More Info

- Lineup Starts on Depot Street in behind the Railroad Tracks. More info to come as the date gets closer. Location: 5071 Georgia 17, Canon, GA, 30520 More Info

- Location: 1269 East Main Street, Lavonia, GA, 30553 More Info

- Location: 1269 East Main Street, Lavonia, GA, 30553 More Info

- Location: Church St, Royston, GA, 30662 More Info