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Blairsville Spring Arts, Crafts & Music Festival event

Blairsville Spring Arts, Crafts & Music Festival

Downtown Blairsville • 3 Town Square, Blairsville, GA 30512
  • Date: 5/22/2026
  • Starts: 10:00 AM - Saturday

🎨 Blairsville Spring Arts, Crafts & Music Festival — Memorial Day Weekend 2026

📅 Saturday & Sunday (Memorial Day Weekend) — May 23 & 24, 2026 (tentative based on past schedules)
🕙 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (both days) (based on prior years)
📍 Downtown Blairsville • 3 Town Square, Blairsville, GA 30512
💵 Admission: Free
☔ Rain or Shine (festival continues regardless of weather)

🌟 Event Overview

The Blairsville Spring Arts, Crafts & Music Festival is a long-running, community-centered festival that celebrates the creativity, culture, and craftsmanship of North Georgia. It’s traditionally held over Memorial Day weekend in the historic town square of Blairsville.

🎨 What to Expect

🖼️ Arts & Crafts Vendors

  • Browse a range of handmade arts and crafts by local and regional artists.

  • Items often include woodwork, jewelry, textiles, paintings, pottery, home decor, and more unique artisan goods.

🎶 Live Music All Weekend

  • Live music performances are a key part of the festival experience, with music in and around the Square both Saturday and Sunday.

🎉 Parade Kickoff (Saturday)

  • The festival traditionally opens on Saturday at 10:00 AM, followed by an old-fashioned community parade at around 10:30 AM that highlights local groups, speakers, and patriotic Memorial Day spirit.

🍔 Food & Local Eats

  • Grab snacks and meals from local food booths and downtown eateries — perfect for a full day out. (Typical for this type of event — check updated vendor lists when available.)

👨‍👩‍👧 Family-Friendly Fun

  • The square layout and community atmosphere make this a family-friendly event where kids can listen to music, stroll with parents, and enjoy arts displays.

Location & Logistics

  • Downtown Blairsville Square: The heart of the festival with booths, stages, and pedestrian areas centered around the Union County Courthouse and nearby sidewalks.

  • Free Admission: There’s usually no fee to attend, making it an easy activity for visitors and locals alike.

  • Parking: Street parking and nearby downtown lots typically serve attendees. (Parking logistics can vary; local signage is posted during the event.)

  • Pets: Local festival policies vary; well-behaved pets on leashes are often welcome in downtown outdoor festivals. (Confirm with organizer if needed.)