[ February 26, 2026 ] One of North Georgia's best kept secrets has always been the charming Pickens County. If you're thinking about just day-tripping to Pickens, think again. After wandering around Talking Rock, shopping the day away in Marble Hill, strolling in and out of coffee shops and bakeries, and eating until your heart's content, we guarantee you'll wish you were booking a staycation! You can find all of these weekend activities and more just 1 hour from Atlanta, Georgia!

THIS WEEKEND'S HIGHLIGHTS by VISIT PICKENS

Thursday, February 26
Kick off your weekend early at Talking Rock Brewery! Starting at 5 PM, enjoy their Open Mic Night with Rusted Melody - a fantastic, free way to take in some local talent with a craft brew in hand. If you're feeling lucky, you can also join the Poker games at Rocco's Pub at 7 PM.

Friday, February 27
Start your Friday with some free community fun at the Pickens County Library's BINGO with Friends at 10 AM. As evening approaches, Talking Rock Brewery is the ultimate destination with their popular, free-to-play Hard Hitting Trivia kicking off at 7 PM. For other evening options, Pendley Creek Brewery also hosts trivia at 7 PM, and Rocco's Pub features live music by The Band Waleskas at 8 PM.

Saturday, February 28
Saturday offers a vibrant mix of arts, entertainment, and learning. Theater enthusiasts absolutely must grab tickets for the Tater Patch Players' hilarious evening performance of BOCA at 7:30 PM! Before the curtain goes up, be sure to drop by Talking Rock Brewery at 4 PM to relax with free live music from Gabe Myers. During the day, you can check out the Be-Paws We Care certificate sale at 9 AM, take ticketed sourdough classes at Old Mulehouse or Riggin Farm, or enjoy afternoon tunes at Fainting Goat Vineyards and Canoe Vineyard & Winery.

Sunday, March 1
Wrap up your weekend with a spectacular Sunday! If you missed Saturday's show, the Tater Patch Players return to the stage with a 2 PM matinee of BOCA. You can also spend a perfect, laid-back afternoon at Talking Rock Brewery, enjoying their Sunday Song Series featuring Gracie Tallant at 2 PM. Other fantastic options for a relaxing afternoon include live music at Fainting Goat Vineyards, Cairn View Winery, and the Rocco's Blues Jam.

Want to see everything happening in our mountains? For a full calendar of events, details on venues, and more travel inspiration, check out Visit Pickens and plan your ultimate getaway.