CONYERS CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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"The Bench"
“The Bench” – Inspiration Theater and Reel Cool Entertainment present critically acclaimed one-man show from Robert Galinsky. Showing at the Black Box Theater, check website for show times. For more information and tickets, visit www.conyersarts.org
"The Bench"
“The Bench” – Inspiration Theater and Reel Cool Entertainment present critically acclaimed one-man show from Robert Galinsky. Showing at the Black Box Theater, check website for show times. For more information and tickets, visit www.conyersarts.org
Old Jail Museum Tour
Hosted by the Rockdale County Historical Society, this museum is located at 967 Milstead Avenue in the Rockdale County Courthouse complex, public tours are the first Saturday of each month from 10am-2pm for free. Donations are accepted. For reservations, 770-922-3740
Bill Pickett Rodeo
Performing at the Georgia International Horse Park, Gather your family, co-workers, scout troops, church groups and rodeo lovers to see the dazzling Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo. Shows are Saturday 7:30pm and Sunday at 3:30pm. For more information and ticket sales visit, www.billpickettrodeo.com . For in person ticket sales, visit The Conyers Welcome Center at 901 Railroad Street, open M-F 8am-5pm, (offering adult and children’s tickets only) 770-602-2606.
Sunset Cinema "On the Beach"
Rockdale County Parks and Recreation hosts free movie night at Costley Mill Park featuring “Turning Red”. Gates open at 6pm, free popcorn and water, bring chairs, towels and snacks. 770-278-7209
"The Bench"
“The Bench” – Inspiration Theater and Reel Cool Entertainment present critically acclaimed one-man show from Robert Galinsky. Showing at the Black Box Theater, check website for show times. For more information and tickets, visit www.conyersarts.org
Bill Pickett Rodeo
Performing at the Georgia International Horse Park, Gather your family, co-workers, scout troops, church groups and rodeo lovers to see the dazzling Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo. Shows are Saturday 7:30pm and Sunday at 3:30pm. For more information and ticket sales visit, www.billpickettrodeo.com . For in person ticket sales, visit The Conyers Welcome Center at 901 Railroad Street, open M-F 8am-5pm, (offering adult and children’s tickets only) 770-602-2606.
Georgia International Horse Park Horse and Mountain Bike Trails are CLOSED | August 11- 13, 2023
GIHP Horse and Mountain Bike Trails Closed Due to Event, for more information 770-860-4190.
Georgia International Horse Park Horse and Mountain Bike Trails are CLOSED | August 11- 13, 2023
GIHP Horse and Mountain Bike Trails Closed Due to Event, for more information 770-860-4190.
"Gala of the Royal Horses"
Georgia International Horse Park, Charles Walker Arena, 7pm, Gala of The Royal Horses will feature performances to include the Lipizzaner Stallions, the Spanish Andalusian, Friesian, and the majestic Arabian breeds, as well as our recently added Quarter horse. The event is dedicated to showing off the amazing beauty and maneuvers these horses are capable of including the stunning maneuvers once used on the battlefield now known as “The Airs Above The Ground”, as well as “Roman Riding” – see Gigi Gasser standing atop a pair of horses, with one foot on each horse! “The Art of Garrocha” and a stunning “Bare Back Riding” performance. Tickets can be purchased at www.galaoftheroyalhorses.com
Rugged Maniac 5K
This event is held at the Georgia International Horse Park, 5K consisting of several obstacles comes back to Atlanta, race beginning at 8am-1:30pm, sign up online, www.ruggedmaniac.com 770-860-4190.
Georgia International Horse Park Horse and Mountain Bike Trails are CLOSED | August 11- 13, 2023
GIHP Horse and Mountain Bike Trails Closed Due to Event, for more information 770-860-4190.
Always and Forever Con
Filmed in the South and Super Fantastic Cons present the first Always and Forever Con. Come celebrate the 10 year anniversary of “The Originals” in Georgia’s French Quarter. This event will be held in the streets of Olde Town Conyers. Enjoy a live Mardi Gras and Parade, meet several cast members through panels, meet & greets, photo ops and autographs. For more information about the weekend of events and ticket sales, visit www.alwaysandforevercon.com
Always and Forever Con
Filmed in the South and Super Fantastic Cons present the first Always and Forever Con. Come celebrate the 10 year anniversary of “The Originals” in Georgia’s French Quarter. This event will be held in the streets of Olde Town Conyers. Enjoy a live Mardi Gras and Parade, meet several cast members through panels, meet & greets, photo ops and autographs. For more information about the weekend of events and ticket sales, visit www.alwaysandforevercon.com
Great Southeast Pollinator Census
Join UGA Extension Rockdale County at the Pollinator Garden from 12-2pm, It only takes 15 minutes to help count! 1400 Parker Rd. 770-278-7373
Always and Forever Con
Filmed in the South and Super Fantastic Cons present the first Always and Forever Con. Come celebrate the 10 year anniversary of “The Originals” in Georgia’s French Quarter. This event will be held in the streets of Olde Town Conyers. Enjoy a live Mardi Gras and Parade, meet several cast members through panels, meet & greets, photo ops and autographs. For more information about the weekend of events and ticket sales, visit www.alwaysandforevercon.com
South River Paddle: Lorraine Park Launch
Arabia National Heritage Area presents guided kayak 6.5 mile paddle friendly for beginners, 8am-1pm, bring water and snacks, 3465 Hwy 138 SE, registration, www.arabiaalliance.org
Southern Series Games
This equestrian event is held at the Georgia International Horse Park, presented by Mountain Games Across America, Inc. held in the Grand Prix Stadium, show times are Sat. 8-6pm and Sunday 8-12pm, Event features mounted games with relay races with competition in Calvary skills flag races, vaulting, picking up rings with wooden swords and more. For more information, 770-860-4190.
Atlanta Youth Dressage Challenge - 2023-08-19
This equestrian event is held at the Georgia International Horse Park, held in Arenas 8-10, spectators enjoy free parking and admission, 770-860-4190.
Always and Forever Con
Filmed in the South and Super Fantastic Cons present the first Always and Forever Con. Come celebrate the 10 year anniversary of “The Originals” in Georgia’s French Quarter. This event will be held in the streets of Olde Town Conyers. Enjoy a live Mardi Gras and Parade, meet several cast members through panels, meet & greets, photo ops and autographs. For more information about the weekend of events and ticket sales, visit www.alwaysandforevercon.com
Southern Series Games
This equestrian event is held at the Georgia International Horse Park, presented by Mountain Games Across America, Inc. held in the Grand Prix Stadium, show times are Sat. 8-6pm and Sunday 8-12pm, Event features mounted games with relay races with competition in Calvary skills flag races, vaulting, picking up rings with wooden swords and more. For more information, 770-860-4190.
Friday Wine Down - August 25, 2023
Rockdale County Parks and Recreation present another Jazz concert at Costley Mill Park from 6-9pm, featuring food and wine vendors, this event is ages 21and up. Cost is $5 per vehicle. Lawn chairs permitted on the lawn, for more information 770-278-7529
Wild World of Wetlands Experience
This event is held at the Big Haynes Creek Nature Center located in the Georgia International Horse Park, 10-12pm, free to attend, live turtle demo with DNR, learn about turtle species, partners include Georgia Wildlife Resource Division and Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center, to register for this educational experience, 770-860-4190.
Horse Show Ventures, The Hunter/Jumper Series - August 26 - 27, 2023
This equestrian event is held at the Georgia International Horse Park, providing classes for all levels of riders from beginner to advanced. The series offers double point classics, prize money classes, prizes, and year end awards. Spectators enjoy free parking and admission, for more information, www.hsvshownews.com 770-860-4190.
Horse Show Ventures, The Hunter/Jumper Series - August 26 - 27, 2023
This equestrian event is held at the Georgia International Horse Park, providing classes for all levels of riders from beginner to advanced. The series offers double point classics, prize money classes, prizes, and year end awards. Spectators enjoy free parking and admission, for more information, www.hsvshownews.com 770-860-4190.
Rockin Rockdale Summer Concert Series | 2023/08/27
Summer Concert Series presented by Rockdale County Parks and Recreation, held at Costley Mill Park, 5-7pm, free entry. Performing “The Grand Scheme”, bring your lawn chairs and enjoy several food vendors. For more information, 770-278-7529.
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Preschool Pops
10:00 am-11:00 amApril 16, 2025Rockdale Career Academy1064 Culpepper Dr. SWConyers Rockdale Council for the Arts presents “Folktales, Fables & Fairy Tales” by Gwendolyn J. Napier, for preschool age kids at the Rockdale Career Academy Theater from 10-11am, $5 at the door, for more information, www.conyersarts.org
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The Easter Bunny's Great Escape
5:00 pm-7:00 pmApril 18, 2025Conyers Police Department hosts 2nd annual Easter Egg Hunt for kids from 5-7pm, free to participate, 1194 Scott Street, for vendor opportunities email jesus.cadena@conyersga.gov
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Spring Plant SALE
10:00 am-1:00 pmApril 19, 2025Parker Rd. Annex1400 Parker Rd.Rockdale County Master Gardeners presents Spring Plant SALE at Wheeler Park, 1400 Parker Rd. from 10-1pm, proceeds to benefit scholarships and community outreach programs, for more information 770-278-7373.
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Conyers Book Festival
11:00 am-5:00 pmApril 19, 2025The Book Cellar951 Railroad StreetThe Book Cellar hosts the 3rd annual festival from 11am-5pm featuring keynote speakers, local authors, vendors and food. The book Cellar is located at 951 Railroad Street, for more information, 770-628-5200 -
Easter Extravaganza
12:00 pm-3:00 pmApril 19, 2025Parker Rd. Annex1400 Parker Rd.Rockdale County Parks and Recreation hosts free Easter Egg Hunt from 12-3pm on The Lawn at Wheeler Park, 1400 Parker Rd., bring your Easter Basket, for more information, 770-278-7209.
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"The Odd Couple"
7:30 pm-5:00 pmApril 24, 2025-April 27, 2025Black Box Theater910 Center Street ConyersThe New Depot Players bring this performance to the Black Box Theater, shows are 7:30pm Thu- Sat, with matinees Sat & Sun at 3pm, for tickets: www.newdepotplayers.com
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Newton County Saddle Club Open Horse Show
8:00 am-4:00 pmApril 26, 2025-April 27, 2025Georgia International Horse Park | Venue1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway Conyers, Georgia 30013Georgia International Horse Park hosts Newton County Saddle Club. This is a two day open show that offers classes for everyone. Saturday classes include jumping, huntseat equitation, huntseat pleasure, trail, halter classes, showmanship, pattern classes, saddleseat and gaited classes. Sunday classes include halter, western pleasure, western horsemanship, trail, showmanship, classes for miniature horses and western dressage. There are divisions from leadline, beginner, walk/trot to open classes. Both days begin at 8am, for more information, www.newtoncountysaddleclub.com
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GHF / Massey Ferguson Dressage
8:00 am-5:00 pmApril 26, 2025-April 27, 2025Georgia International Horse Park | Venue1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway Conyers, Georgia 30013This equestrian event is held at the Georgia International Horse Park, This is a USDF/USEF recognized Show. The show uses the GHF/Massey Ferguson Electronic Scoreboard for spectators to enjoy. Visitors can see the scores that the judge gives for each movement and the total score at the end of each ride. For more information, www.goodhorseman.org
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Atlanta Youth Dressage Challenge
8:00 am-5:00 pmApril 26, 2025Georgia International Horse Park | Venue1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway Conyers, Georgia 30013This equestrian event takes place at the Georgia International Horse Park, held in Arenas 8-10, free parking and admission for spectators, for more information, www.taramiaridingschool.com
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Hills Academy Run For the Hills 5K Run/Walk
9:00 am-12:00 pmApril 26, 2025Rockdale Career Academy1064 Culpepper Dr. SWAnnual race benefiting the academy of young men, held at Rockdale Career Academy, 1064 Culpepper Dr. SW, beginning at 9am, to register and learn more, www.RunSignUp.com