We’re rapidly approaching one of the most-anticipated fall festivals in Georgia: the annual Ellijay Apple Festival. Fall fanatics from across the Southeastern United States flock to the North Georgia mountains to partake in a wide variety of quintessential autumn activities, ranging from apple picking to “leaf-peeping.” The annual “Applefest” is typically combined with an extended weekend of fall fun, including hiking, fishing, pumpkin carving, and perhaps a self-guided vineyard tour. In fact, mid-October is one of our most popular two-week stretches here at Mountain Oasis Cabin Rentals. Most of our vacation homes are not only minutes away from the Apple Festival, jaw-dropping waterfalls, and countless vineyards, but many of our North Georgia cabin rentals overlook genuinely breathtaking mountain views.
The Annual North Georgia Apple Festival
Most travelers spend at least half the day taste-testing sweet treats, observing local craftspeople hard at work, and watching the Apple Festival parade in downtown Ellijjay, GA. Free shuttles start at 8:30 a.m. every morning as parking at the fairgrounds is limited. There are typically nearly 300 vendors at the Georgia Apple Festival, so remember to bring along a tote bag for purchases, comfortable shoes, and, of course, an appetite! Here’s a little background on the event:
Founded: 1971
Location: Ellijay Lions Club Fairgrounds
Dates: the second and third weekends in October (Saturday and Sunday). This year’s dates can be found on the Apple Festival’s up-to-date website.
Top 10 Apple Fest Attractions
We’ve come to expect a little bit of everything at the annual Georgia Apple Festival. With nearly 300 vendors, we guarantee that you’ll find an activity, beverage, and tasty treat that’s right for you. To ensure that your upcoming visit to one of the year’s most-anticipated events is flawless, we’ve compiled ten of our favorite Apple Festival attractions:
The parade
The food
The antique car show
The on-site demonstrations
The surrounding fall foliage
The hand-crafted items
The art
The Apple Festival 5K Road Race
The downtown ambiance
The Apples
5 Quintessential Fall Activities in Georgia
Of course, you won’t spend your entire stay at the Apple Festival, so remember to plan a plethora of other activities in Ellijay and Blue Ridge. All of our rustic yet luxurious North Georgia cabin rentals are within minutes of the area’s top fall attractions. No autumn escape to Ellijay is complete without trying at least one of these classic fall activities:
Hayrides and pumpkin picking at Burt’s Farm
Hiking in the North Georgia wilderness
A self-guided North Georgia vineyard tour
Leaf peeping
Visit Blue Ridge
Picturesque Cabins in Georgia
Mountain Oasis Cabin Rentals has a unique collection of rustic and luxury vacation homes in North Georgia and many of them have picturesque settings that are perfect for enjoying the fall season. Whether you’re searching for a mountain-view getaway, lakeside escape, or a private, wooded setting, you’ll quickly find a vacation rental that perfectly suits your group’s size, style, and budget. For those who’re looking for additional activities, please consult our bicycling guide, restaurant directory, and list of nearby small towns.
To book a well-deserved autumn escape to the North Georgia mountains, please give us a call today at 706-276-4343.
