Georgia Mountain Needle Arts Festival

Gilmer County Civic Center - 1561 South Main Street, Ellijay, GA 30540

Date: 4/24/2026
Starts: 10:00 AM
Ends: 5:00 PM

🧶 Georgia Mountain Needle Arts Festival

📅 April 24–26, 2026 (weekend dates)
🕙 Daily Hours: Generally ~10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (exact 2026 hours TBD)
📍 Gilmer County Civic Center — 1561 South Main Street, Ellijay, GA 30540
💵 Admission: Typically a small fee (about ~$5 in prior years) for the whole weekend, kids often free or discounted (exact 2026 pricing TBD).

👉 Official event info & updates: https://www.georgiamountainneedleartsfestival.com/

🎨 About the Festival

The Georgia Mountain Needle Arts Festival is a celebration of needle arts and fiber crafting that draws enthusiasts from across North Georgia and beyond.

What attendees can expect:

🧵 Vendor Marketplace: Dozens of vendors offering yarns, fabrics, tools, accessories, and supplies for knitting, crocheting, quilting, embroidery, weaving, and other needle arts.
🪡 Creative Inspiration: Whether you’re a seasoned artisan or new to fiber crafts, there’s inspiration everywhere — beautiful handmade products, rare fibers, and experienced makers sharing ideas.
🤝 Community & Connection: A welcoming gathering spot for fiber lovers to connect, share projects, see new techniques, and celebrate craftsmanship together.
🎁 Unique Shopping: One-of-a-kind items and artisan-made goods you won’t see in mainstream stores — great for souvenir shopping or gift ideas.

Family & Visitor Info:

Indoor event rain or shine.
Free parking at the Gilmer County Civic Center.
Comfortable indoor walking and browsing for all ages.