⛳️ Riverview Golf Course Tournaments
2025-06-07 09:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Riverview Golf Course, 300 Riverview Dr, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
Swing for fairways and greens at Riverview Golf Course Tournaments in Dublin, GA! Golf weather is here, along with a lineup of tournaments at Dublin’s historic golf course. Everyone is welcome to participate, so grab your clubs and tee off to Riverview to golf fore good!
Don’t see a tournament that fits your timeline? Shoot for a hole-in-one with your friends during regular business hours: March to October, 8 AM to 6 PM, and November to February, 8 AM to 4 PM.
Golf Tournaments at Riverview
Visit the Pro Shop to register for tournaments. The course is closed to non-tournament goers on tournament days until 2 PM
Riverview Golf Course
Bordering the Oconee River, Riverview Park Golf Course in Dublin, GA is an 18-hole public golf course located minutes off 1-16 at exit 54. Opened in 1977, Riverview features 6,161 yards of golf on lush Bermuda with a par of 72, with a pro shop, cart and club rentals, and lessons. Riverview Park Golf Course measures 6,168 yards from the longest tees and has a slope rating of 123 and a 69.8 USGA rating. The course features three sets of tees for different skill levels.
Riverview Golf Course is also the site of The Emery Thomas Auditorium, which was built in 1956 as an addition to the Dublin 4-H Center for African American youth, which was established approximately 16 years earlier. Named for Emery C. Thomas, Laurens County’s first African American Extension agent, there were no comparable sites available for use by African American youth involved in 4-H in Georgia until the formation of the Dublin 4-H Center. Today, Emery Thomas Auditorium serves as a special events center.
For information on events and specials, click here: dublinriverview.com
PC: Renia Cook

Dublin Cooking Show and Expo
2025-08-21 18:00 - 20:00 | OFTC Dubose Porter Center, 560 Pinehill Road, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
Stir up something special during the Dublin Cooking Show and Expo with celebrity chef Jon Ashton on Thursday, August 21st at the DuBose Porter Center from 6 PM until 8 PM in Dublin, GA! Spice up your evening with a delicious blend of live culinary entertainment and flavorful fun presented by The Courier Herald.
A Taste of the Unexpected
Be captivated as Chef Jon Ashton blends cooking with comedy and connection. A native of Liverpool, England, Jon found his love for food in his grandmother’s kitchen and turned that passion into a culinary career. Trained in classical French cuisine and inspired by his world travels, Chef Ashton shares his expertise with energy and heart.
Whether you’ve seen him cooking for Disney, sharing tips for Cuisinart, or dishing it up on Parade.com, Jon brings the heat with humor. With his signature motto—“Spreading positivity and kindness one meal at a time”—Jon’s shows are about more than just food. Expect to laugh, learn, and maybe even leave with a prize—or at least a new favorite concoction to try at home!
Savor Local Flavor
Take a taste of Dublin home with you! Local vendors will be onsite with everything from Georgia grown goodies and small-batch sauces to sweet Southern treats. Whether you’re looking to stock your pantry or find the perfect foodie gift, these local makers bring the flavor and flair of Middle Georgia straight to your shopping bag.
Tickets for Dublin Cooking Show and Expo with Jon Ashton are $30. Purchase tickets HERE, they are available to pick up at The Courier Herald Monday through Friday, 8 AM-5 PM, or call Connie Adams at (478) 279-3034. Limited tickets will be at the door for $35.

Now Showing at Martin Movie House
2025-09-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Theatre Dublin, 314 Academy Avenue, Dublin, GA, United States
Make a date for what is Now Showing at Martin Movie House in Dublin GA! Take in a show at Downtown Dublin’s revived Martin Movie House at Theatre Dublin.
Located in the heart of Downtown Dublin GA at historic Theatre Dublin, Martin Movie House has come back to life in a huge way. Boasting the largest retractable movie screen in Georgia, a custom built 40 foot screen and 15-speaker motion-driven digital surround sound system allows each of the 620 seats an experience of the highest quality visual and sound.
Movie Schedule
New Year’s Eve Special Viewing
Zootopia
December 31st | 5 PM | FREE
Judy Hopps is a small but stubborn rabbit who becomes a police officer in the big city of Zootopia, where predators and prey try to get along. When animals start mysteriously going savage, she teams up with a smooth talking fox named Nick Wilde to crack the case. Along the way, they discover that fear, not predators, is the real villain. With teamwork, quick thinking, and a few jokes, Judy and Nick save the city and prove that stereotypes don’t stand a chance.
Night at the Museum – Battle of the Smithsonian
December 31st | 7:30 PM | FREE
Larry Daley heads to Washington, D.C., when his museum friends come to life again, this time at the Smithsonian. An evil pharaoh is causing historical chaos, with cowboys, soldiers, and tiny Romans running wild. Larry teams up with famous figures like Amelia Earhart to save the day, stop the villain, and survive the most out of control history lesson ever. History has never been this loud or this funny.
Ladies Night!
Admissions: $2 | 6 PM | Themed concession specials at each movie.
Driving Miss Daisy
January 8th | PG
Daisy Werthan, a spirited elderly widow in Atlanta, is fiercely committed to keeping her independence. After her car meets an unfortunate fate, her son, Boolie, steps in to hire her a chauffeur. A driver named Hoke Colburn. Although Daisy and Hoke’s initial interactions are a bit bumpy, they soon embark on a heartwarming journey that blossoms into a deep friendship.
Sleepless in Seattle
February 5th | PG
After losing his beloved wife, Sam Baldwin relocates to the vibrant city of Seattle with his son, Jonah. In a heartwarming twist, Jonah calls into a talk radio show in search of a new partner for his dad. Reluctantly, Sam joins in to share his feelings. Meanwhile, Annie Reed captivates the airwaves as she listens to Sam’s heartfelt words and finds herself infatuated with him, despite being engaged.
Miss Congeniality
March 5th | PG-13
When a terrorist threatens to blow up the Miss United States pageant, the FBI leaps into action, searching for a female agent who can go undercover as a contestant. The twist: Gracie is the only female agent who fits the bill, even though she’s the farthest thing from the typical pageant girl.
A League of Their Own
April 9th | PG
During World War II, as the number of young male athletes dwindled, a professional women’s baseball league emerged in the Midwest, supported by the publicity seeking mogul Walter Harvey. Competitive sisters Dottie Hinson and Kit Keller navigate their rivalry along with talent scout Ernie Capadino and the cantankerous former player Jimmy Dugar on their journey to stardom.
Where The Crawdads Sing
May 7th | PG-13
A man is discovered dead, and a woman living alone in the perilous marshlands of North Carolina becomes the prime suspect. As the investigation progresses, the truth about what transpired grows more obscure, casting the spotlight on numerous hidden secrets.
Movie House
Built-in 1934, The Martin operated as a movie house, providing years of entertainment for families and a hip hangout for teens, with opening night showings of cult favorites Star Wars, Grease, and so many more. As the 1970s neared its end, the retro movie theatre began to slowly fall into disarray. Not to allow such a prominent part of Dublin GA history fall away, in the 90’s a group of businessmen and an enthusiastic community came together to save the historic theatre from demolition with a complete renovation. In 1996, Theatre Dublin was born as a performing arts center, hosting arts and culture events such as the Atlanta Pops Orchestra and the annual production of The Nutcracker.

Fall Used Book Sale
2025-09-08 09:00 - 19:00 | Oconee Regional Library, 801 Bellevue Avenue, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
As crisp autumn air begins to usher in autumn, there’s no better way to embrace the season than by wandering through the Fall Used Book Sale at the Laurens County Library, September 8th to November 1st.
Fall Finds
Fall Used Book Sale features books on cooking, crafts, kids, and characters. The sale will also feature fiction titles, biographies, VHS movies and audio books on cassette. Admission is free, so bring a few totes to carry all your finds!
This much-anticipated event invites book lovers of all ages to explore countless gently-used treasures. With hardcovers, DVDs, and Blu-rays available for just $1 each, and everything else for only 50¢, you can stock up on stories for cozy nights ahead without breaking the bank. To make your shopping experience even smoother, the library encourages cash payments—small bills preferred for quicker service.
Dublin-Laurens County Library is located at 801 Bellevue Avenue, and is open Monday through Thursday 9 AM to 7 PM, Friday 9 AM to 5 PM, Saturday 10 AM to 2 PM, and closed Sundays.
For more information and a lot more events throughout the year, visit Laurens County Library online.
Reading Retreat
After you’ve filled your tote with new finds, why not have a snug autumn afternoon with a trip to Mission Bake Shoppe? Curl up with your new favorite autobiography and a warm cup of coffee, or stop by Crooked Finger Brewing to get wrapped up in a spirited romance novel paired with a spicy craft brew.

Events at Southern Cypress
2025-09-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Southern Cypress Christmas Tree Farm, 851 LC Pope Road, East Dublin, 31027, United States
Who says you can’t have the fa-la-la-la fun of a Christmas tree farm all year long? Join in on the jolly, family-friendly merry making during events at Southern Cypress Christmas Tree Farm!
Farm Festival
Pumpkin patches, changing leaves, and autumn breezes feel even more fantastic on the farm! Welcome Fall with the Second Annual Southern Cypress Farm Festival on Saturday, September 20th. From 9 AM to 4 PM, don your flannel, pick your perfect pumpkin from the pumpkin patch, peruse tons of vendor booths, and take the cutest fall family pictures.
Deck out your cheeks with face paint of scarecrow smiles, candy corn, and rainbows. Kids can pop like popcorn inside the bouncy house. And what fall farm festival is complete without ponies and hayrides?
Admission is $5 and children 3 and under are FREE!
Vendors Galore
Vendors stalls dot the farm like colorful leaves on the ground. Find locally made soaps and candles that are perfect for making your home smell of roasted marshmallows and delicious treats or serving as stocking stuffers for the early holiday present preppers. Pick out charming decor to bring the fall vibes to your home. T-shirts, tumblers, trinkets, and so much more are in store during the Farm Festival.
Want to join the line up of awesome local vendors? Email southerncypress.ctf@gmail.com or call Jill Riner at 478-279-3058 or Marlee Powell at 478-697-9675.
Making Family Traditions
Family owned and operated since 2016, Southern Cypress has a vision to provide country fresh air and quality family time. Beginning as a Christmas tree farm, Southern Cypress Farm has grown and now hosts a fall pumpkin patch, spring Easter egg hunt, and their fabulous pick your own (and cut your own) Christmas tree farm! Whether it’s sawing into a Fraser Fir with your daughter or finding baby’s first pumpkin, events at Southern Cypress become well loved family traditions.

Hunting for the Cure Oyster Pig Roast
2025-10-04 16:00 - 22:00 | Southern Pines Ag & Expo Center, 575 Southern Pines Rd, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
Fire up your appetite with a pig pickin’ oyster roast at Southern Pines Ag & Expo Center in Dublin GA on Saturday, October 4th. Gates open at 4 PM for the 8th Annual Oyster Pig Roast, and food is served starting at 6 PM.
Shuck Em’ for Smiles
Hunting for the Cure is hosting the 8th Annual Oyster Pig Roast while raising awareness for childhood cancer and raising funds to share smiles with children fighting cancer through the great outdoors.
Bring your whole family, and make sure you are all hungry! Attendees can sit down and slurp their way into an all-you-can-eat, mouthwatering oyster and BBQ roast. After you’ve gotten your bellies full and faces greasy, dance it off with an evening of live music and entertainment by Soul Shine Band!
Test your luck with a raffle ticket for the gun raffle. And don’t forget to take a part of the slurping good time home with you by placing a bid during the silent auction. While you’re having adult time, let the kiddos bounce and slide their way into a pig pickin’ oyster roast on the inflatable bounce houses.
Ticket Info
Adults $45 | Kids $15
Ticket link coming soon! If you have any questions please reach out via email at info@huntingforthecure.org, phone at (706) 350-1120 or Private Message Hunting for the Cure on Facebook.
About
Hunting For the Cure is a non-profit organization created in 2011 with the vision of sharing the great outdoors and nature’s majestic grace with children fighting cancer or in remission. It has been said that being in the woods or on the water provides a calmness that comes from within.
Want to sponsor this event? Click here!
Southern Pines Regional Park & Expo Center
Located 1.9 miles from I-16 off Exit 51, Southern Pines Regional Park has fun for the whole family! Visit this beautifully landscaped 120-acre facility, featuring a water park, Ag and Expo Center with an arena for animal shows and rodeos, baseball and softball fields, soccer fields, a walking trail, meeting space and picnic areas.

Dublin Main Street Players
2025-10-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Theatre Dublin, 314 Academy Avenue, Dublin, GA, United States
Prepare for an evening full of hilarity, good food, and heartwarming family moments during the Dublin Main Street Players’ production of Over the River and Through the Woods on October 9th, 10th, and 11th!
Scene
Over the River and Through the Woods, written by Joe DiPietro, is the classic story of deciding to leave home for the first time and the consequences, good and bad, of what follow.
Nick is a single, Italian-American guy from New Jersey. His parents retired and moved to Florida. That doesn’t mean his family isn’t still in Jersey. In fact, he sees both sets of his grandparents every Sunday for dinner. This is routine until he has to tell them that he’s been offered a dream job. The job he’s been waiting for—marketing executive—would take him away from his beloved, but annoying, grandparents. He tells them. The news doesn’t sit so well. Thus begins a series of schemes to keep Nick around. How could he betray his family’s love to move to Seattle, for a job, wonder his grandparents? Well, Frank, Aida, Nunzio and Emma do their level best, and that includes bringing to dinner the lovely—and single—Caitlin O’Hare as bait…we won’t give the ending away here.
Cast of Characters
Nick Cristano – A guy in his late 2os looking for a fresh start.
Frank Gianelli – Nick’s maternal grandfather, an 80 year old immigrant from Italy.
Aida Gianelli – Nick’s maternal grandmother, a woman in her 70s whose love language is caring for others, especially through food.
Nunzio Cristano – Nick’s paternal grandfather, in his 70s, quite the charmer.
Emma Cristano – Nick’s paternal grandmother, a sweet schemer in her 70s that just wants the best for her grandson.
Caitlin O’Hare – A charming woman in her later 20s.
Tickets
Shows will be held at Theatre Dublin.
Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the Dublin Visitors Center, Colleen’s China and Emerald City Treasures.
Dublin Main Street Players
Dublin Main Street Players is a local amateur theatre group which has been active for two decades, delivering high energy shows such as Steel Magnolias Mysteries, comedic skits from the Carol Burnett Show and lauded dinner theatre performances.
Photo Credit: Courier Herald via Facebook

Dublin Fall Fair
2025-10-15 18:00 - 22:00 | Civitan Fairgrounds, 2503 Hwy 257, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
Sponsored by Dublin Civitan Club, the Dublin Fall Fair is four days of family fun Wednesday, October 15th through Saturday, October 18th!
Stroll under the bright lights of the carnival midway with fun games and exciting rides like Viper, Wipe Out, Drop Tower, and lots of kiddie rides. Get a birds-eye view with helicopter rides over the fairgrounds (price pending). Sample carnival food favorites like funnel cakes, turkey legs, corn dogs, and fried candy bars! Put a smile on their face with an unlimited rides pass for unlimited rides and unlimited fun!
Light up the Night
With over 10 acres of excitement to explore, Dublin’s fair has something for everyone! Take to the Civitan Fairgrounds as merry go rounds, ferris wheels, and carnival rides for the whole family await. A Dublin fall tradition, the Civitan Dublin Fall Fair creates lasting memories.
Food & Fun

Come hungry as every type of fair food is offered at the Dublin Fall Fair! Be sure to stop by the fairgrounds building where the Civitans will be grilling up tasty favorites like hot dogs and hamburgers.
Flip out with performances from Ethaerial Arts on Friday from 6 PM to 9:30 PM and Saturday from 1 PM to 5 PM.
Dublin Fall Fair gate admission is $7. 42″ and under are FREE. Carnival rides and game tickets are available to purchase separately at the fair ticket booths.
For the best deal, purchase a wristband for unlimited fun! On Wednesday and Thursday the wristbands are $20, on Friday $25, and on Saturday $30.
Fair Hours

Wednesday. October 15th 6 PM until 10 PM
Thursday, October 16th 6 PM until 10 PM
Friday, October 17th 6 PM until 10 PM
Saturday, October 18th 1 PM until 10 PM

Dublin Civitan Club
Dublin Civitan Club is a nonprofit civic organization whose fall fair is the primary fundraiser for their community service projects like constructing handicap accessibilty ramps, scholarships, and an annual Christmas toy drive. For more information, contact Dublin Civitan Club on Facebook.
Up and down, around and around; here’s a look at all the fun you’re going to have. Are you ready?

Spooky Treats in the Downtown Streets
2025-10-23 17:30 - 19:30 | Downtown Dublin, 314 Academy Avenue, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
Creep into the heart of Downtown Dublin to fill your candy bags with boo-dles of treats during Spooky Treats in the Downtown Streets on Thursday, October 23rd starting at 5:30 PM.
Spooky Treats
Every year on the Thursday before Halloween, children young and at heart don hair raising, hilarious, and downright adorable costumes and stroll the sidewalks of Downtown Dublin GA on the hunt for sweets and swag. Find smiling, spooktacular faces of the staff of the downtown businesses greeting you from outside tables and handing treats to all the girls, ghosts, and ghouls. Even the waitstaff at the restaurants get into the Halloween spirit, dressed to the nines in simple to sensational costumes. Follow all the leash laws and bring along your fur baby in a frightfully precious fit!
Turn this jolly downtown jaunt into a sweets extravaganza by stopping into Scoops to partake in their candy wall or strolling up to the pink window behind the Fred Roberts for some Rosie’s Handmade Ice Cream.
Sweet Shopping
While the sweets and treats are stacking up, slip into the stores to find gourd-geous jewelry and clothes, boo-nique gift items, vintage goodies, and more! Isn’t October a good time to start thinking about Christmas shopping? The kiddos will be so distracted by their bounty that they won’t notice you purchasing those stocking stuffers from Hello Sunshine Co.!
Killer Bites
All that Halloween treat hunting have you building up a monsterous hunger? Before the kids stuff their faces with their sugary findings, fill their tummies with bite-sized burgers at the Minute Grill. Or take a sackful of sliders from Jack’s Hamburgers to help fuel up while your precious monsters lurk for loot. A hearty meal at Miller’s Soul Food will keep them from munching up all the treats at once. After the romp around town, grab yourself a treat from Crooked Finger Brewing, Dublin’s family friendly brewery!
Bone tired after a fang-tastic evening of trick-or-treating? Book a room at one of our fa-boo-lous hotels!
See HERE what the locals say about their favorite fall activities in Dublin, GA!

Monster Dash Run
2025-10-25 07:30 - 11:00 | Bicentennial Plaza, 111 West Jackson Street, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
Scare up your spookiest costume and prepare to do the Monster Dash Run in Dublin GA Saturday, October 25th from 7:30 AM until 11 AM! There’s something for every goblin with a 5K Race, 1 Mile Race or 1 Mile Candy Fun Walk for the little monsters 10 and under. Monster Dash Run overflows with creepy costumes, oodles of candy, and friendly ghoulish competition will help brew up a scary good time starting at the Bicentennial Plaza.
Ready, Set, BOO!
5K at 7:30 AM
Awards for top 3 female and male runners in all age divisions and for overall top 3 female and male runners Age Brackets: 0-6/7-10/11-14/15-19/20-39/40-59/60-over
Start/Finish at the Bicentennial Plaza and route will go down Historical Dublin Stonewall Street.
1 Mile Race at 8:30 AM
Awards for top 3 female and male runners in all age divisions and for overall top 3 female and male runners Age Brackets: 0-10/ 11-14/ 15-19/ 20-29/ 30-39/ 40-49/ 50-59/ 60-69/ 70 & over
Start/Finish at Bicentennial Plaza.
1 Mile Candy Walk at 10 AM (1 mile Candy Fun Walk/Run limited to ages 10 and under)
Little Monsters will be able to run/walk and gather candy from local Downtown Dublin Merchants as they travel a 1 mile Downtown Dublin route that will Start/Finish from the Bicentennial Plaza.
*Kids sign up and parents walk them around the block to gather candy from our sponsors, downtown merchants, Pilot Club members and so many more amazing people within this community. The child will receive a t-shirt and bag included in their registration cost, along with a wristband that will get them onto the “mile path”. Parents, please chaperone your children. Each child that will be getting candy needs to register for the event.
Wear your favorite costume! There will be costume contests for all ages, including individuals, couples, and groups!
Event Details and Schedule:
Entry Fee: $20-$35
Deadline: October 11th for t-shirt; late registrations will be accepted but cannot guarantee a race day shirt
Race packet pickup: Friday, October 24, 2025, 3 to 5 PM at Bicentennial Plaza or Saturday, October 25th 7 AM at Bicentennial Plaza
Awards Ceremony: Tentatively at 9:30 AM at Bicentennial Plaza (front of Theater Dublin)
Register online HERE. Register by mail HERE.
*All routes will START and FINISH at the Bicentennial Plaza.
Monster Dash Run is sponsored by Pilot Club of Dublin GA, all proceeds will benefit community projects like Lifeline, brain related disorders and illnesses, and brain safety education.
Foodie Fuel
After conquering the Monster Dash, treat yourself to a delicious pit stop at one of our local restaurants to refuel your body and recharge your spirit!
See HERE what the locals say about their favorite fall activities in Dublin GA!

Downtown Dublin Chili Cook-Off & Fall Festival
2025-10-25 12:00 - 16:00 | Market on Madison, 314 West Madison Street, Dublin, GA, United States
What better way to get into all of the fall feelings than with a belly full of chili and full day of fun! Dig into the Downtown Dublin Chili Cook-Off and Fall Festival on Saturday, October 25th from 12 PM to 4 PM to indulge in all the savory tastings local teams conjure up.
Chili Cook-Off
What do you call legumes that warm your heart and are the coolest around? “Chilly” Beans! Chow down on a cup of heart warming chili from Dublin GA’s favorite community teams at the Market on Madison in Downtown Dublin GA. After the chili tasting is done, vote your favorite for the People’s Choice Award!
Fall Festival
Want even more fall-tastic fun? Forget the autumn-mobile! Just steps from the steaming pots of chili, experience a FREE fall festival including vendors, entertainment, food trucks, and a kids’ zone. Inflatables, rides, face painting, and yard games keep the kiddos entertained. Local favorite Gunshy provides a little musical entertainment from 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM!
If you say, “My chili is always ready for a challenge—it loves to bring the heat!” Check out the info below.
Tickets and Vendors
Dig into delicious samplings of homemade chili with Tasting Tickets:

1 Ticket: $1 each
7 Tickets: $5
12 Tickets: $10

Team Registration Information:

Do you have the tastiest chili in town? Prove you know your way around a chili pot by signing up for the Chili Cook-Off!
Registration:

Company Team – $25
Individual – $10
Nonprofits – FREE

Chili Teams will have 5 gallons of chili ready for the tasting. Each team will be assigned 10′ by 10′ spaces. Cash prize and trophies for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th place & Best Decorated Booth!
For more info on team sign-ups and sponsorship opportunities, contact Downtown Dublin at info@DTDublin.com or call 478-272-2560.
Vendor Registration Information:

10′ x 10′ Booth: $40

Fill out this form and email to nichole@dublinmainstreet.com.
For more info for vendor registration, contact Nichole Padgett at nichole@dublinmainstreet.com or call 478-272-2560.

Movie On The Lawn
2025-10-25 16:00 - 21:00 | Fairview Park Hospital, 200 Industrial Boulevard, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
Rally the family, pack the lawn chairs and blankets, and dress your little angels and superheroes for the 8th Annual Movie On The Lawn presented by Fairview Park Hospital on Saturday, October 25th beginning at 4 PM! This year’s movie is The Wild Robot.
The movie reels forward at dusk, but the fun starts long before then!
Admission is FREE, and preregistration is required. Click HERE to register.
More than a Movie
The free family-fun starts at 4 PM on the Fairview Park Hospital front lawn with booths and special activities for the kids!
Kids are encouraged to dress up in their Halloween costume or other costume and to “Trick or Treat” at each of the booths until dusk. The free movie begins at dusk!
Fun activities include:
A Helicopter, Fire Truck and Ambulance!
Pumpkin Games
Hair Painting and Airbrush Tattoos
Ring Toss
Giant Connect 4
Giant Tic Tack Toe
Coloring Books and a Mobile Library
Princesses
Hygiene Education
and So Much More!
Interested in being a vendor at Movie On The Lawn? Fill out the vendor form HERE.
Fairview Park Hospital
Fairview Park Hospital is a leader in healthcare for the City of Dublin, Laurens County, and the surrounding communities. Fairview Park Hospital is committed to involvement in the community through health fairs and local health events, and is dedicated to providing quality healthcare for all of Middle Georgia.
Fall Y’all
Looking for more fall fun? Keep up with all the EVENTS in Dublin GA!
Photo credit: @Fairview Park Hospital

Art Dublin Annual Show and Sale
2025-11-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Dublin Carnegie, 311 Academy Avenue, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
Be enveloped into a season of shamrockin’ art when Art Dublin presents a world of art & sound with their annual artist and artisans benefit Shamrock Showtime, November 7th & 8th, located at Dublin Carnegie in Downtown Dublin GA.
Admire
Featuring works of art for exhibit and for sale by cherished local contemporary artists and regional artists, Art Dublin’s Annual Show and Sale will be an event not to miss. With mediums like paint, sculpture, pottery, photography, and woodworking, explore a world of artistry while mingling with the creators. Artisans will feature their wares and fine crafts in the gift shop section of the venue, where a broad array of large and smaller art pieces will be for sale…just in time for Christmas shopping.

Art Dublin show opening night Friday advance admission is $25 or $40 for couples. These can be purchased at Williamson’s Bakery, Colleen’s China, Mail & More at 1101-L Hillcrest Parkway, and any current Art Dublin members. Tickets at the door $30 or $45 for couples. Stroll the gallery and sip specialty spirits with light nibbles provided from 6 PM until 9 PM. Tickets come with 2 drinks.
Art Dublin show Saturday admission is free, so bring the whole family to explore the talents of Dublin’s artists from 10 AM until 2 PM.

Be A Part Of Art
Art Dublin wants you! Show off your artsy side during Shamrock Showtime in the gallery or gift shop area. Each work of art should include a short biography, title of artwork and business card or website. The submission form deadline is Saturday, November 1st. Fee to exhibit is $35 and includes Art Dublin membership! Click here to download the artist application.
ART Dublin
ART Dublin is the visual arts alliance that serves Laurens and surrounding counties central Georgia. The organization is comprised of all levels of artists, including individuals who want to explore their own creativity, and those who just love art in its many forms. ART Dublin is an organization that recognizes and promotes members to exhibit and share their works of art.

Dublin Service League's Fair & Marketplace
2025-11-11 10:00 - 20:00 | OFTC Dubose Porter Center, 560 Pinehill Road, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
On November 11th & 12th, the Dublin Service League will host their annual Fair & Marketplace, featuring fabulous jewelry and gift vendors from across the Southeast. From decor to jewelry, clothing to art, the Fair and Marketplace is the ideal place to start and finish your holiday shopping while you enjoy the tastes of the South in their signature Tea Room.
A Fine Fair

This year’s market features artisans, boutiques, and antique dealers showcasing a selection of goods that includes handmade accessories, fine apparel, delicate china, home décor, plus so much more, all in one convenient location at Dubose Porter Center off I-16 in Dublin GA.

Don’t miss professional photos with Santa captured by Sarah’s Smiles Photography for
$50 on Tuesday, November 11th from 4 PM until 8 PM. A portion of the proceeds will go
towards the Dublin Service League’s scholarship fund, and you will receive a certificate
for a future session.
Celebrating 60 years of providing scholarships to local high school students, the Fair &
Marketplace is a sweet start to the holiday shopping season!

The Tea Room
Hungry? Spend some time in The Tea Room where a delicious array of soups, salad, sandwiches, cakes and other sweet treats await, all from recipes passed down by True Blue Southern ladies. Listen to the sounds of piano, violin, and vocal performances from local musicians in the Tea Room while resting from all of the shopping.
Ladies of the Dublin Service League working in the tea room during the Fair & Marketplace.
Tasting the warm flavors of fall, the 2025 Featured Cake is the White Chocolate Cranberry Cheesecake!
Fair Hours & Tickets
Fair & Marketplace along with Tea Room dates and hours.
Tuesday, November 11th from 10 AM to 8 PM.
Wednesday, November 12th from 10 AM to 3 PM.
Dublin Service League Fair & Marketplace tickets can be purchased by visiting Smith’s, Mail & More, Plum Alley, and Colleen’s China, all located in Dublin GA. Tickets are available also for purchase from any Dublin Service League member. Presale tickets are $8, and $10 at the door. Tickets are now on sale!
For more information and a list of dealers, visit www.dublinserviceleague.org.
Local businesses like Smith’s, Plum Alley, and Colleen’s China fill the vendor floor with gorgeous holiday and every day pieces.
Dublin Service League
Dublin Service League was founded in 1947 as a service organization with the purpose of providing for the needs of all members of the community. Each year, proceeds from the Fair & Marketplace provide scholarships for high school seniors in the Dublin GA area.

Dublin Community Theatre 🎭
2025-11-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Theatre Dublin, 314 Academy Avenue, Dublin, GA, United States
From Broadway Classics to fun-loving, family friendly shows, Dublin Community Theatre lights up the Theatre Dublin stage throughout the year.
2026 Season
Grease
Grease follows the romance of greaser Danny Zuko and good girl Sandy Olsson as it is tested by the social expectations of 1950s high school cliques.
Dates & Showtimes
– Thursday, July 16th, 2026 @ 7 PM
– Friday, July 17th, 2026 @ 7 PM
– Saturday, July 18th, 2026 @ 2 PM
– Sunday, July 19th, 2026 @ 2 PM
Purchase Tickets Here
Dublin Community Theatre
Established by the Downtown Dublin Development Authority in Spring of 2023, the Dublin Community Theatre’s focus is to create an opportunity for individuals of all ages and backgrounds to participate in productions. Whether someone is a seasoned actor, a first time performer or a backstage tech, everyone is welcome to join.
Theatre Dublin

Built in 1934 and renovated in 1996, Theatre Dublin serves as a performing arts center for Dublin‐Laurens County and surrounding areas. Theatre Dublin can accommodate over 600 people and has state‐of‐the‐art sound and lighting equipment. The theatre is owned by the City of Dublin and managed by the Dublin Downtown Development Authority. It is used primarily for live productions with special showings of movies throughout the year as well.
Have questions about Theatre Dublin? Interested in being part of the Dublin Community Theatre? Please contact 478-272-2560 or email info@dtdublin.com.

Brookdale Drive Christmas Light Display
2025-11-28 18:00 - 22:00 | Brookdale Drive Christmas Lights Display, 505 Brookdale Drive, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
Your backdrop to the Christmas season sparkles each night at the Brookdale Drive Christmas Lights Display. Lighting up the night, the display shines from November 28th, 2025 through January 1st, 2026, 6 PM until 10 PM!
Start The Sparkle
For nearly a decade, this homegrown Christmas lights display has been lighting up the season and shining bright since 2016! Stroll through a sparkling, candy-cane-lined trail that winds through a yard transformed into a glowing Christmas wonderland. A luminous archway welcomes you at the entrance, opening into a magical scene filled with whimsical touches. Reindeer soar overhead between towering pines, while dazzling angels and classic Christmas characters keep watch over the night. Illuminated snowmen, Santas, elves, and glowing animals fill every corner, and a ladder-climbing elf adds a playful surprise. The house is lined in flashing sparkles from roofline to windows, anchoring the entire display with Christmas brilliance.
An outdoor movie screen plays Christmas classics throughout the evening, creating the perfect cozy stop, and bring your own camera to capture your own family memories!
Christmas Housekeeping

Please walk only and stay on the designated lighted trail.
Do not drive into the driveway – roadside parking only.
In cases of inclement weather, the lights may be turned off for safety.
For updates, check their Facebook page for any schedule changes or weather adjustments.
This is someone’s home – please have respect for the family and neighbors
Most of all…feel the season’s glow!

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Annual Festival Of Trees
2025-12-01 08:00 - 17:00 | OFTC Dubose Porter Center, 560 Pinehill Road, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
Fa, la, la, la, la all the way to Oconee Fall Line Technical College for the Annual Festival of Trees starting Monday, December 1st through Monday, December 22nd! Hosted by the Dubose Porter Business and Industry Center, this free event is open to the public each Monday through Thursday from 8 AM until 5 PM with a special Sip N’ See event on Thursday, December 4th, from 5 PM to 7 PM.
These decorations are tree-mendous; trust me, you don’t want to miss out!
Celebrate with Music & More
Enjoy an entertaining holiday Sip N’ See evening at the 2025 Festival of Trees on Thursday, December 4th from 5 PM until 7 PM. This fun, free event is open to the public. Start the season with holiday music performed by Southwest Laurens Elementary Choir, hot chocolate and light refreshments while viewing the beautifully decorated Christmas trees that represent different businesses and organizations in the community.
Oohs and Aahs
Let the twinkling lights and sparkling ornaments dazzle your eyes as you make your way through the hall of trees in Oconee Fall Line Technical College’s Dubose Porter Center lobby. Decorated by local businesses and organizations, the 2025 Festival of Trees features 50 festive trees, each with their own personality. (Interested in decorating a tree? See below for more information!) For special group viewings, make a reservation by calling 478-274-7772.
Decorate a Festival Tree
Deck the Halls at the DuBose Porter Center this year with creations and decorations to showcase your business or organization. Trees will be provided; however, decorations, ornaments, and lights are the responsibility of the participant. The Festival of Trees is a joyful, community wide holiday event. The festival is a showcase of trees decorated and sponsored by local businesses, individuals, and organizations within the community. The deadline to register to decorate a tree is November 17th, and the registration fee is $75. Registration form HERE.
Dubose Porter Center
Looking for a space to host your event? The DuBose Porter Center offers the ultimate in event customization. With options like a beautifully spacious lobby, state-of-the-art lighting, sound and wireless networking and easy access to area hotels. For complete rental information, visit Porter Conference Center at OFTC.

Merry Market
2025-12-05 16:00 - 18:00 | GA
Step into holiday spirit during Merry Market on Friday, December 5th at 4 PM in conjunction with Jingle & Mingle! This festive extravaganza will bring the spirit of the season to life through an array of artisanal treasures right in Downtown Dublin, GA. Held at Bicentennial Plaza just next door to Theatre Dublin, this Christmas market is a celebration of local craftsmanship and holiday joy.
Market Magic
Explore a winter wonderland of vendors showcasing their meticulously crafted items, while browsing festive gifts for loved ones or your own front door decor. Stock up with yummy, cakes, pies, and sweet treats for family gatherings. The jolliest local artists and bakers will be here to share in the holiday spirit during Christmas at the Market. There’s no place like Downtown Dublin for the holidays!
Downtown Cheer
Christmas cheer fills Downtown Dublin GA with festivities the whole holiday long! Watch as Dublin GA shows off their holliest, jolliest spirit at the Christmas Parade, grab gifts and gab with the locals at Jingle & Mingle, and twirl on your tippy-toes at The Nutcracker!

Jingle & Mingle In Dublin GA
2025-12-05 17:30 - 20:30 | Downtown Dublin, 314 Academy Avenue, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
‘Tis the season to Jingle & Mingle and unwrap a sackful of Merry with your jolliest friends and festive family in Downtown Dublin, Friday, December 5th.
Jolly Jingling
Jingle all the way to Founders Park, tucked next to Morris Bank in Downtown Dublin, to spark the Christmas spirit with the lighting of the Dublin Christmas tree! As twilight falls, gather with friends and family around the magnificent Christmas tree in the heart of downtown. Countdown 3,2,1 as a special guest from the North Pole (Santa’s here!) lights the Christmas tree… The tree sparkles to life, illuminating the night with thousands of twinkling lights while carols fill the air.
Merry Mingling
The merriness begins with the G-Rhythm show on the stage in the Morris Bank parking lot at 5:30 PM. At 6:30 PM, the Founders Park Christmas tree sparkles and twinkles with lights. Following the Christmas tree lighting, mingle with the big man himself! Cross the street to the historic Dublin Carnegie to have your picture taken by Betta Focus Photography in a special holiday photo-op with Kris Kringle. Or stick around for more G-Rhythm!
Gifts & Grub
During Jingle & Mingle, kick off your Christmas season by exploring the Merry Market in Bicentennial Plaza. For one night only, peruse the stalls of local vendors selling farm fresh foods, artisan goods, and Christmas cheer!
And don’t forget to stop by the charming shops and delightful eateries in Downtown Dublin! Local merchants have decked the halls with twinkling lights and festive decorations and are staying open after their usual hours to offer unique gifts and holiday treasures. From handcrafted ornaments to the latest fashions, you’re sure to find something special for everyone on your list.
You’ll need to fuel up for all the ho, ho, HO! Fill your belly like Old Saint Nick at one of Dublin’s premier dining establishments. Enjoy seasonal specials, cheerful spirits, and delectable desserts that will warm your heart and wrap you up in Christmas spirit.
Christmas Trees Across The County
The magic of the season is coming alive at the Rentz Christmas Tree Lighting and Dudley Christmas Tree Lighting, where the whole community will gather to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year! Twinkling lights will dance in the night, warm cocoa will wrap hands in cozy comfort, cheerful music will fill the air, and joyful faces will glow with the holiday spirit.
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Curate Christmas Market
2025-12-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Curate, 213 Five Points Way, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
Celebrate the makers, bakers, and artisans of Dublin, Georgia this season during Curate Christmas Market Saturday, December 6th and 13th, 10 AM until 2 PM. Hosted by City Passport – Dublin, Curate Christmas Market brings together creators for a couple afternoons of shopping delight just in time for the holiday season.
Browse a carefully curated selection of local goods, including fresh baked treats, cold-pressed juices, and honey. Pamper loved ones on your list with luxurious self-care products handcrafted with essential oils, candles, and the coziest crochet and knitted accessories crafted with care. Deck the walls, and tree, with hand painted ornaments and glistening glazed pottery…unique local gifts you can only find in Dublin, GA!
Meet The Host
As part of the experience, City Passport – Dublin will be onsite, offering visitors and locals the chance to pick up a passport booklet and continue their adventure around town. Collect stamps from participating Dublin businesses, then redeem your completed passport for a custom art prize, making your holiday exploring even more rewarding.
Visit Dublin GA
During the December 6th Curate Christmas Market, stop by the Visit Dublin GA information booth setup with Georgia and Dublin travel information, Dublin branded stocking stuffers, and fun Christmas swag to kick off the season.
Whether you’re shopping for family, friends, or treating yourself, the Curate Christmas Market is the perfect place to fill your bag with meaningful finds and holiday cheer.
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Christmas Parade in Downtown Dublin
2025-12-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Dublin, 314 Academy Avenue, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
Experience the magic of the holiday season under the stars during The Exchange Club of Dublin’s enchanting nighttime Christmas Parade in Downtown Dublin GA on Saturday, December 6th at 6 PM! Stretching over a mile through the Bellevue and Downtown Historic Districts, the Christmas Parade adds a touch of wonder and delight!
Santa Is Coming To Town
The children will be breathless with anticipation waiting for Santa to make his appearance, but there are always plenty of magical moments animated with Christmas joy heading down Jackson Street ahead of jolly St. Nick. As the sun sets, streets come alive with a symphony of lights, kaleidoscope of festooned floats, and Christmas cheer to leave hearts a-glow!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year to dance, party, and cheer!
Dublin Christmas Parade
The streets are lined with merry decoration as festive floats, flatbeds, fire engines and more move through Downtown Dublin GA on Saturday, December 6th. Friends, loved ones, and travelers bundled together along the sidewalks watch in awe as the jingling bells, glistening tinsel, and energetic marching bands set the tone for a fantastical evening of spirited cheer! Find parking and parade route HERE!
Want to join in on the Christmas cheer?
Application Deadline: November 14th, 2025 extended to November 28th!
Apply Online HERE | Download Application HERE
More Christmas Cheer
You’ll find more Christmas cheer throughout Dublin and Laurens County!
Spread holiday cheer in Dexter, Georgia! Gather with family and friends for the Dexter Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 6, 2025, as festive floats, music, and holiday magic fill the streets. The parade begins at 10:30 AM, so grab your Santa hats, find your spot along the route, and join the community in celebrating the season in style. Dexter Parade application HERE.
Shop til you drop during Jingle Mingle and enter a world of magical holiday wonder during The Nutcracker.

Green Acres Garden Club Christmas Tour Of Homes
2025-12-07 14:00 - 17:00 | GA
An Exclusive Holiday Tradition
Every other year, the Green Acres Garden Club invites you to celebrate the season with one of Dublin’s most beloved traditions, the Christmas Tour of Homes. On Sunday, December 7th from 2 PM until 5 PM, step inside five of our community’s most beautifully decorated homes and experience the warmth, wonder, and inspiration of the holidays.
From classic holiday elegance to whimsical touches of Christmas charm, each home tells its own festive story. Wander through halls decked in greenery, admire sparkling trees, and gather decorating inspiration to bring home to your own celebrations.
Featured Homes

Dr. Will & Paige Smalley
Maury & Misty Beasley
Grace & Kim Williams
Dr. Don & Becky Nelson
Sean & Allison Clark

Tickets
Tickets are limited to 300 guests only, making this event an exclusive opportunity to experience the magic of Christmas in Dublin, Georgia.

$25 per person
Tickets on sale October 15th
Purchase tickets at Colleen’s China and Collectibles, located at 1801 Rice Avenue Suite C., and Merle Norman Cosmetics Studio, located at 1801 Rice Avenue Stuite D.
No day of tour tickets available

A Holiday Experience to Remember
The Christmas Tour of Homes is more than just a glimpse into beautifully decorated houses—it is a chance to be part of a cherished tradition that only comes around once every two years. Tickets will go quickly, so mark your calendar and make this holiday season one to remember.
Community Growth
By participating in this Christmas tour of homes, you’re not only treating yourself to Christmas spirit, but also supporting the growth and vitality of our community. Proceeds from the event go towards local initiatives by Green Acres Garden Club, dedicated to environmental stewardship and beautification efforts. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, relaxation, or simply a leisurely day out, this event promises to be good time had by all.

Holly Jolly Welcome in Dublin GA
2025-12-10 16:00 - 19:00 | Dublin Visitor Information Center, 102 Travel Center Blvd, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
Twinkle into the holiday spirit at the Holly Jolly Welcome at the Dublin Visitors Center, Wednesday December 10th, 4 PM until 7 PM!
The Holly Jolly Celebration
Join us for a merry night filled with festive fun, sparkling lights, and the kind of good cheer that makes the season bright. As the Visitors Center sparkles with Christmas lights inside and out, families are invited to stop by and celebrate the season with Dublin’s Visitor Center staff. Little ones can decorate their own gingerbread cookies with Emerald City Sweets, enter our coloring sheet contest, create a classic hot cocoa, and visit with Santa Claus himself for the perfect holiday photo. Betta Focus will have their Photo Booth set up for FREE photos sent directly to your phone!
Fully embrace the holiday magic with Porch Party from 6 PM to 7 PM, featuring Curtis Barlow & Friends. This three piece band composed of saxophone, drums, and keyboard will delight guests with jazzy renditions of classic Christmas carols.
Take the chance to sign up for our Merry and Bright Christmas Basket Giveaway, beginning November 26th with the winner being announced December 17th!
Fun for Everyone
Take in the glow of the lights, snap a few selfies at our festive photo ops, and enjoy the warmth of our community as locals and travelers alike are welcomed the join us celebrating the most wonderful time of the year, together. It’s the perfect chance to pause from the holiday rush, share a few smiles, and make sweet memories that will last all season long.
Admission is free, and all are welcome to walk in and join the fun! Whether you’re a local or just passing through, you’ll find plenty of holiday magic waiting at the Holly Jolly Welcome.
Wrap up in Christmas spirit, grab your camera, and come celebrate with us at the Dublin Visitors Center, where good cheer lives here.

The Nutcracker
2025-12-13 14:00 - 16:30 | Theatre Dublin, 314 Academy Avenue, Dublin, GA, United States
December 13th & 14th, Theatre Dublin’s production of the famed The Nutcracker has it all — a legendary Christmas tradition with a cast of more than 75, glorious sets and sparkly costumes, magical special effects, beautiful music, and exceptional dancing by professional and amateur dancers. Mark your calendars for this Christmas-time staple with three showings!
A Holiday Tradition
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Clara, the Nutcracker, and the Sugar Plum Fairy as they dance their way into your hearts. This festive spectacle will become a timeless tradition for families and friends, during a magical journey filled with wonder and joy!
Tschaikovsky’s beloved melodies will transport you to a magical world where mischievous mice besiege a battalion of soldiers, and an onstage blizzard leads to an enchanted Land of Sweets. A holiday favorite, Dublin’s production of The Nutcracker draws talented dancers from across Georgia to the heart of Downtown Dublin at historic Theatre Dublin for a classic interpretation of a Christmas tradition. Whether it’s a first-time experience or an annual treat, don’t miss the hottest holiday ticket in town.
Auditions
Auditions take place on Saturday, August 15th at Theatre Dublin. For the audition schedule and dress code, click here.
Audition fees are $10 with pre-registration or $20 on the day of auditions. Sign up to dance with the sugar plum fairies, rats, toy soldiers, and so many more HERE.
For more information, call 912-253-0404 or 706-818-2043.
Showtimes
The Nutcracker show times for 2025:
Saturday, December 13th at 2 PM and 7 PM
Sunday, December 14th at 2 PM
Tickets
General Admission – $20
VIP – $25
Purchase Tickets Here
Take Home A Memory
Cherish the experience and your memories of The Nutcracker with a 2025 Nutcracker souvenir cup with free soda refills at Theatre Dublin’s concession stand. Nutcracker souvenir cups will be available for purchase at the concession stand.
It’s cracking good fun. Where sugarplums spin, mice march, and holiday magic never snaps. Sneak peek here!
Downtown Cheer

Christmas cheer fills Downtown Dublin with festivities the whole holiday long! Check off your Christmas list with the help of Merry Downtown Merchant elves and help Santa ring in the season at Jingle & Mingle.

Donald Davis An Evening of Storytelling
2025-12-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Dublin Carnegie, 311 Academy Avenue, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
Create the imagery in your mind as Donald Davis returns to Dublin GA to captivate your senses during a free Evening of Holiday Storytelling on Tuesday, December 16th at 7 PM at Dublin Carnegie in Downtown Dublin, GA! Doors open at 6:30 PM.
The Storyteller

Prominent storyteller Donald Davis grew up in a culture of storytelling in the Southern Appalachian mountains. Listening to stories from his family provided the foundation for his talent. He began retelling his family stories as a child and started adding to stories with his own life experiences until he was repeatedly asked to “tell it again, on purpose.” Davis has been most attracted to familial stories and those related to his roots and locality.

Davis served as a United Methodist Minister for over twenty years and has authored several books and original recordings. He has also been awarded the Circle of Excellence and the Lifetime Achievement Awards from the National Storytelling Network.
The Dublin Page of Storytelling
Smith’s of Dublin began hosting An Evening of Storytelling to bring arts and culture to downtown Dublin GA. Smith’s owner, Natalie Curry, initiated this recurring event in Dublin in 2016. Curry grew up attending an annual storytelling event organized by her mother in La Grange, GA and wanted to bring the tradition to Dublin.
Get Your Tickets

Presented by Smith’s of Dublin as a gift to the community, admission for An Evening of Holiday Storytelling is free, and donations are being accepted to benefit the Salvation Army with a Salvation Army donation kettle onsite. Space is limited, so tickets are required. The free tickets are available at Smith’s of Dublin, located at 130 West Jackson Street in Downtown Dublin GA.

Dublin Carnegie
The perfect location for your wedding or event, Dublin Carnegie is a Dublin gem that creates memories in the heart of downtown. A memorable event begins with attention to detail. With free Wi-Fi access, open floor plan, and original architectural details, the Dublin Carnegie offers iconic event customization with more than 1,400 square feet of special event space with ample parking for up to 75 guests.
Photo courtesy of Smith’s of Dublin

New Years Eve Shamrock Drop
2025-12-31 19:00 - 2026-01-01 00:30 | Downtown Dublin, 314 Academy Avenue, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
Ring in the New Year with friends old and new in Downtown Dublin GA during New Year’s Eve Shamrock Drop! Admission is free, and all ages are welcome when Downtown Dublin GA hosts 2025’s farewell street party December 31st, 7 PM until 12:30 AM
A New Year Tradition
Be awed as a brilliantly lit shamrock descends from behind the historic Theatre Dublin at midnight! Bring a lawn chair or blanket to set your family up in the theatre parking lot. Live music will have you dancing under the stars from 7 PM right into the New Year in Downtown Dublin GA.
NYE is a night of indulgence, and food truck options will be onsite to guide you on a culinary journey to bid farewell to the old year!
Usher in 2026, Dublin-style! Years ago, it was a beloved tradition to gather in front of Laurens County’s oldest bank, Farmers and Merchants Bank, on New Year’s Eve to watch the clock strike midnight. Though the original bank that once stood on Jackson Street and is long gone, the Downtown Dublin Development Authority revived the celebration with the New Year’s Eve Shamrock Drop, transforming Madison Street behind Theatre Dublin into a full-on street party as the countdown begins!
Toast to The Stars
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with live performances by Georgia Chryslers (7:30 PM to 9:30 PM) 47 By Crow (10 PM to midnight) and as the brightly lit shamrock descends to count down the clock and ring in the new year with a bubbly toast. The party kicks off early in the theatre parking lot with music, so bring your lawn chairs and coolers and enjoy the festivities. The official celebration takes place ​from 7 PM ​until 12:30 AM.
There’s more than one way to jam out into the new year! Join the Silent Disco Corral courtesy of Visit Dublin GA, Company Supply, and Crooked Finger Brewing. With three different stations to groove to, the fun doesn’t stop!
Planning to party late? Find the perfect place to sleep in Dublin GA HERE.
Get the party started pre-celebration with some suds and a few family friendly games at Crooked Finger Brewing, just a short walk from the drop.

Martin Luther King Jr. Parade
2026-01-17 11:00 - 13:00 | Downtown Dublin, 314 Academy Avenue, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
Celebrate our history as Dublin GA commemorates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in the 30th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade on Saturday, January 17th at 11 AM in Downtown Dublin GA. With over 175 entries during past parades, Dublin’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade has historically been the second largest in Georgia!
Be Part Of History
Make history with your own float as the parade marches down Telfair Street through Downtown Dublin to the Bellevue historic district.
The theme for this year’s parade is: “Mission Possible II: Uniting a Nation. Building a Future. The Nonviolent Way”.
In honor of Dr. King’s legacy of service through his philosophy of nonviolence, and service to humanity, all group leaders are encouraged to emphasize the importance of your members and their families coming out and viewing the Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade on January 17th, 2026, one positive method of helping to keep Dr. King’s legacy alive.
For more information, call Royce J. Hall at 478-697-1107, Laura Irwin at 478-278-1828, James Holder at 478-697-1366, or Nadine Hunt at 478-697-1107 or download the participation application HERE or apply online HERE.
Dublin Connection
On April 17, 1944, the Colored Elks Clubs of Georgia held their state convention at First African Baptist Church in Dublin and sponsored an essay contest. A 15 year old student from Booker T. Washington High School in Atlanta delivered a speech entitled “The Negro and the Constitution.” Little did the audience realize, they were witnessing the first public speech by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the start of the Civil Rights Movement.
Be a part of history participating in the annual Oratorical Speech Contest. Contest packet and theme coming soon!
For more information on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his connection to Dublin’s First African Baptist Church, click HERE!

Miss St. Patrick's Scholarship Pageant
2026-01-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Liberty Church, 900 Hillcrest Parkway, Dublin, 31021, United States
Mark your calendars for the crowning of Miss St. Patrick’s during the enchanting Miss St. Patrick’s Pageant on January 24th, where Liberty Church Auditorium will transform into a realm of elegance and grace. Young contestants aged 2 to 15 begin at 9 AM, and the Miss contestants take the stage at 6 PM.
Spectator admission at the door cash and Venmo is $10, age 5 and under are free!
Smiling Irish Eyes
The prestigious Miss St. Patrick’s Scholarship Pageant is not merely an event; it is a celebration of poise, talent, and the indomitable spirit of St. Patrick’s. Join fellow spectators in witnessing the mesmerizing display of beauty and intelligence as the contestants compete for the coveted title. Feel the thrill as each participant steps into the spotlight, showcasing their unique charm and charisma.
As the curtains rise and the pageantry unfolds, let us collectively revel in the celebration of St. Patrick’s, creating cherished memories together. Don’t miss this chance to be a part of an unforgettable night filled with beauty, talent, and the vibrant spirit of the St. Patrick’s legacy.
Miss St. Patrick’s Pageant Registration
Step into the dazzling spotlight, embracing the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be crowned Miss St. Patrick’s during the highly esteemed Dublin-Laurens St. Patrick’s Festival Committee Scholarship Pageant, continuing a tradition held in proud stewardship by the Pilot Club of Dublin for generations.
For complete application and rules, click HERE! For payment click HERE!
Application deadline: January 5th, 2026. Registration fee is due at time of application submission. Fee is $50 due with registration OR $70 if participating in Fun Fashion portion as well.
Young Division applicants should be aged 2 to 15, and Miss Division applicants must be aged 16-21, and a Laurens County resident or attending school full-time in Laurens County.
If you have any questions, contact Liz Green lizgreen409@gmail.com or text 478-484-1074
The Miss St. Patrick’s Queen is required to attend official St. Patrick’s activities as a community representative.
Sponsored by Dublin-Laurens St. Patrick’s Festival Committee, Miss St.Patrick’s Scholarship Pageant is one of over 40 events sure to put a smile in your eye and a skip in your step. For all the Dublin St. Patrick’s Festival events, click HERE.
Photo Credit: Laurens County School District

Dublin Soul Food Expo
2026-01-31 12:00 - 14:00 | Dublin Middle School, 1501 North Jefferson Street, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
Fill your plate with savory samplings during Soul Food Expo brought to you by the Dublin-Laurens Black Festival Community Committee Saturday, January 31st from 12 PM until 2 PM, a celebration of Black History Month in Dublin GA!
From The Soul
Now in its 10th year, Dublin Soul Food Expo is not just a culinary experience, but a celebration of heritage fostering a sense of community and appreciation for the soulful traditions that continue to bring people together around the dinner table. This vibrant event brings together food enthusiasts, chefs, and community members to savor the flavors that have been passed down through generations. Attendees indulge in a sensory journey, immersing themselves in the aromas of slow-cooked sides, savory meats, and delectable desserts. This expo showcases a diverse array of traditional dishes, each with a story to tell reflecting the resilience and creativity of our local foodie community.
Just A Sample
Some of Dublin’s most loved comfort filled restaurants join in the celebration serving up secrets that will dance on your tastebuds. Have you tried the potato pie at Miller’s Soul Food? Sank your teeth into some savory, crispy Paula’s Fried Chicken? Tasted those tender oxtails at Mama P’s? You’re in for a treat as these, and many more culinary enthusiasts, meet to bring you a culinary embrace of heritage and homestyle goodness.
Admission is $15, and cash only at the door. For more information about the Soul Food Expo, call Fran Wells at 478-697-7858.
The Host
The Dublin Laurens Black Festival Community Committee (DLBFCC) is a volunteer committee formed to commemorate African Americans and improve awareness of Black history in the community. DLBFCC hosts an annual banquet to honor African-American achievements, provide educational scholarships, host community events, recognize minority-owned businesses in our community and to educate and empower on cultural awareness and pride.

One Day: Dublin's Civil Rights Experience
2026-02-07 10:00 - 11:30 | First African Baptist Church, 405 Telfair Street, Dublin, GA, 31021, United States
Relive a powerful chapter of Dublin’s legacy during One Day: Dublin’s Civil Rights Experience February 7th, April 18th, and August 1st at 10 AM, a powerful reader’s theatre held in the very church where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. gave his first public speech at age 15.
Step back in time to 1944 in Georgia.
Jim Crow laws had a stronghold. The South stood divided, not by borders, but rather by color. Where you shopped, how you traveled, when you could speak, what you ate, and how you lived was determined by the color of your skin.
One fateful day in 1944, a young man on edge came to Dublin, Georgia where he gave a speech during a contest. His words stirred souls and he won the contest. From that high, he loaded a bus, proud and confident. Then came a moment that solidified his future: he was commanded to sit in the back of the bus. An ordinary moment. An ordinary bus. An ordinary command for its time.
An extraordinary boy.
One Day
Step into the world of a young Martin Luther King, Jr. Journey into the South in 1944 during One Day: Dublin’s Civil Rights Experience, reader’s theatre where you are the actor. This living play chronicles the Civil Rights Movement, capturing it through the lives and legacies of those who lived it. Dublin’s rich Civil Rights history is detailed, including highlights of the speech King gave on that fateful day, April 17, 1944 when he was first asked to step to the back of the bus. Other highlights include a focus on Herbert “Hub” Dudley, African American entrepreneur who built a business empire in Dublin. One of his many notable contributions: owning and operating the Dudley Motel, Retreat, and Amoco Service Station where Dr. King, Andrew Young, Maynard Jackson, and other notable Civil Rights leaders met, strategized, and stayed as they travelled across the Southeast.
Your Role
Groups of all sizes are welcome. This experience is intended for all ages. There are reading role and nonspeaking roles. Everyone plays a part, even if as a witness to the history as it unfolds.
Each person will be given a role card, detailing their part.
The reverse of the card gives a deeper history on a person, place, or event during the Civil Rights Movement.
A leader will guide groups through the experience.
The experience is held inside Dublin, Georgia’s historic First African Baptist Church where Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his first public speech at the age of 15 on April 17, 1944. A guided tour of the church is included, and guided tour of MLK Monument Park can be requested.
Cost
$8+ fees per person, advance tickets only.
Click HERE to get tickets, available now! Each attendee receives a special MLK souvenir during the event courtesy of Visit Dublin GA.
Every ticket purchased helps preserve history. All proceeds are collected and returned to First African Baptist Church to support the continued care and restoration of this historic site. No portion of ticket sales is retained by Visit Dublin GA.
(Additional dates for groups can be arranged upon request. Special group rate $5 per person for groups 10 and more. For group reservations of 10 and more, email info@visitdublinga.org)
The Story Grows
Continue celebrating Dublin’s Civil Rights history by attending the MLK Jr. Oratorical Speech Contest each April, where students honor Dr. King’s legacy through inspiring speeches. Learn more here.
