This equestrian event is held at the Georgia International Horse Park, Arenas 8-10, from 8-5pm, free for spectators, for more information, 770-860-4190.
The Old Jail Museum is located at 967 Milstead Avenue in the Rockdale County Courthouse complex, the first Saturday of each month from 10am-2pm for free tours to the public. Donations are accepted. For reservations, 770-922-3740
This children’s activity is held at the Georgia International Horse Park. The North Georgia Live Steamers (NGLS) is an incorporated non-profit miniature outdoor railroad club, trains will begin operation at 1pm. Rides will conclude with the last train at 4:30pm. The cost to ride a train is $2.00 per person. Run days may be canceled for inclement weather, https://www.northgeorgialivesteamers.org.
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Cotton Boll Quilt Guild
Cotton Boll Quilt Guild
6:00 pm-8:00 pm
October 8, 2024
Make new friends, learn new skills and have a lot of fun! Striving to preserve the tradition, culture, and history of quilting and to promote the knowledge of the art of quilting through continuing education. Second Tuesdays of each month August – May, at 6PM. Epiphany Lutheran Church, 2375 GA-20 SE, Conyers, GA 30013. For more info, follow www.facebook.com/cottonbollquiltguildinc
Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce presents annual business expo from 4-7pm at the Randy S. Mills Pavilion, 949 S. Main Street. Â FREE to attend, for more information 770-483-7049.
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Georgia International Horse Park Horse and Mountain Bike Trails are CLOSED
Georgia International Horse Park Horse and Mountain Bike Trails are CLOSED
This equestrian event is held at the Georgia International Horse Park, two day open show that offers classes for everyone.  Starting at 8am each day, for more information, www.newtoncountysaddleclub.com
Hosted by Mounted Games Across America, held at the Georgia International Horse Park, at Grand Prix Stadium, Sat. 8-6pm and Sun. 8-12pm, featuring mounted games with Calvary skills and games, for more information, 770-860-4190.
Presented by Rockdale County Master Gardeners, 9-2pm, 1400 Parker Rd., native & non-native plants for sale, gardening talks, and pollinator garden tours, for more information, 770-278-7373
Monastery of the Holy Spirit Highlights & Insights Tour
Monastery of the Holy Spirit Highlights & Insights Tour
Stop by for an in-depth tour of the monastery grounds and get to know its history and some of its resident Trappist monks! This tour is offered on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Organized by Arabia Mountain Heritage Area Alliance, tickets are $20, 9:30am-12pm, 2625 Hwy 212 SW, for more information, 404-998-8384, www.arabiaalliance.org
Conyers-Rockdale Library hosts used book sale from 10-2pm every second Saturday of the month. Also visit them on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10-12pm. 770-388-5040, www.conyersrockdalelibrary.org
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Georgia International Horse Park Horse and Mountain Bike Trails are CLOSED
Georgia International Horse Park Horse and Mountain Bike Trails are CLOSED
This equestrian event is held at the Georgia International Horse Park, two day open show that offers classes for everyone.  Starting at 8am each day, for more information, www.newtoncountysaddleclub.com
Hosted by Mounted Games Across America, held at the Georgia International Horse Park, at Grand Prix Stadium, Sat. 8-6pm and Sun. 8-12pm, featuring mounted games with Calvary skills and games, for more information, 770-860-4190.
Presented by Rockdale County Master Gardeners, 9-2pm, 1400 Parker Rd., native & non-native plants for sale, gardening talks, and pollinator garden tours, for more information, 770-278-7373
Monastery of the Holy Spirit Highlights & Insights Tour
Monastery of the Holy Spirit Highlights & Insights Tour
Stop by for an in-depth tour of the monastery grounds and get to know its history and some of its resident Trappist monks! This tour is offered on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Organized by Arabia Mountain Heritage Area Alliance, tickets are $20, 9:30am-12pm, 2625 Hwy 212 SW, for more information, 404-998-8384, www.arabiaalliance.org
Conyers-Rockdale Library hosts used book sale from 10-2pm every second Saturday of the month. Also visit them on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10-12pm. 770-388-5040, www.conyersrockdalelibrary.org
This equestrian event is held at the Georgia International Horse Park, two day open show that offers classes for everyone.  Starting at 8am each day, for more information, www.newtoncountysaddleclub.com
Hosted by Mounted Games Across America, held at the Georgia International Horse Park, at Grand Prix Stadium, Sat. 8-6pm and Sun. 8-12pm, featuring mounted games with Calvary skills and games, for more information, 770-860-4190.
Month long, Oct 15-Nov. 15, self-led activity, As Fall emerges, so do different types of mushrooms. Visit Big Haynes Creek Nature Center and grab an activity sheet or scan QR code for a list of different types of fungi organisms, if you find them all, stop in the Georgia International Horse Park administrative office for a prize. Free month long event, 770-860-4190.
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S’mores in the Great Outdoors
S’mores in the Great Outdoors
6:00 pm-8:00 pm
October 16, 2024
Conyers Police Department and Rockdale County Fire Rescue host FREE Bonfire event to include games and activities and learn about outdoor fire safety, Takes place at Spivey Park, 1221 Irwin Bridge Rd. from 6-8pm. For more information, 678-374-5603
Held at the Georgia International Horse Park, six rings of hunter/jumper competition, hunter/rider costume contest, Fox & Hound Derby for dogs, for more information, www.hjfoxclassics.com
The Book Cellar hosts Friday & Saturday evening family friendly event through Halloween. Â 5:30 & 6:30pm, Saturday 1,3, and 5:00pm ticketed event, 951 Railroad Street NW, 770-628-5200
Held at the Georgia International Horse Park, six rings of hunter/jumper competition, hunter/rider costume contest, Fox & Hound Derby for dogs, for more information, www.hjfoxclassics.com
Race Against Violence annual 5k run/walk, now a Peachtree Qualifier, 8:30am start at Conyers First United Methodist Church, 921 N. Main Street, sign up at www.classicraceservices.com or www.runsignup.com for more information 770-278-7965
Gbaby Gift Gallerie Grand Opening
Gbaby Gift Gallerie Grand Opening
10:00 am-7:00 pm
October 19, 2024
Grand Opening of gift and art gallery by local artist, come and celebrate with music and light snacks and shop local art, 10-7pm, 954 S. Main Street NE. For more information, 323-445-1977
City of Conyers hosts 44th Annual Fall Festival in Olde Town Conyers from 10-5pm, featuring arts & crafts and food vendors, live entertainment and children’s activities. Children’s Expo featuring young entrepreneurs. Presented by Render Covington, for more information visit www.conyersga.com, 770-602-2606
The Book Cellar hosts Friday & Saturday evening family friendly event through Halloween. Â 5:30 & 6:30pm, Saturday 1,3, and 5:00pm ticketed event, 951 Railroad Street NW, 770-628-5200
Held at the Georgia International Horse Park, six rings of hunter/jumper competition, hunter/rider costume contest, Fox & Hound Derby for dogs, for more information, www.hjfoxclassics.com
Race Against Violence annual 5k run/walk, now a Peachtree Qualifier, 8:30am start at Conyers First United Methodist Church, 921 N. Main Street, sign up at www.classicraceservices.com or www.runsignup.com for more information 770-278-7965
Gbaby Gift Gallerie Grand Opening
Gbaby Gift Gallerie Grand Opening
10:00 am-7:00 pm
October 19, 2024
Grand Opening of gift and art gallery by local artist, come and celebrate with music and light snacks and shop local art, 10-7pm, 954 S. Main Street NE. For more information, 323-445-1977
City of Conyers hosts 44th Annual Fall Festival in Olde Town Conyers from 10-5pm, featuring arts & crafts and food vendors, live entertainment and children’s activities. Children’s Expo featuring young entrepreneurs. Presented by Render Covington, for more information visit www.conyersga.com, 770-602-2606
The Book Cellar hosts Friday & Saturday evening family friendly event through Halloween. Â 5:30 & 6:30pm, Saturday 1,3, and 5:00pm ticketed event, 951 Railroad Street NW, 770-628-5200
Held at the Georgia International Horse Park, six rings of hunter/jumper competition, hunter/rider costume contest, Fox & Hound Derby for dogs, for more information, www.hjfoxclassics.com
The Book Cellar hosts Friday & Saturday evening family friendly event through Halloween. Â 5:30 & 6:30pm, ticketed event, 951 Railroad Street NW, 770-628-5200
Rockdale County hosts Trunk or Treat event from 6-9pm, FREE event, featuring face painting, pumpkin decorating, hay rides, haunted house and food trucks. Bring your treat bags and wear your costumes! 911 Chambers Drive, for more information 770-278-8109
Back at the Georgia International Horse Park, held in the Charles Walker Arena, gates open at 6pm, show starts at 8pm, for tickets, www.southernrodeocompany.com
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DEA National Rx Take Back
DEA National Rx Take Back
10:00 am-2:00 pm
October 26, 2024
Conyers Police Department host a prescription take back event for unneeded medication for safe disposal. Held at 1436 Dogwood Dr. Walmart, from 10-2pm. For more information 678-374-5603
Greek Festival
Greek Festival
11:00 am-7:00 pm
October 26, 2024-October 27, 2024
Gyros To Go hosts Greek Festival from 11-7pm each day to include: Greek food, pastries, kids’ activities and vendors. Â Best dressed costume for a prize. Â Collecting clothing and canned goods for a Thanksgiving clothing drive. Â Free admission and parking, 1191 Irwin Bridge Rd NW, 770-285-4520, www.gyrostogo.com
The Book Cellar hosts Friday & Saturday evening family friendly event through Halloween. Â 5:30 & 6:30pm, ticketed event, 951 Railroad Street NW, 770-628-5200
Back at the Georgia International Horse Park, held in the Charles Walker Arena, gates open at 6pm, show starts at 8pm, for tickets, www.southernrodeocompany.com
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Greek Festival
Greek Festival
11:00 am-7:00 pm
October 27, 2024-October 27, 2024
Gyros To Go hosts Greek Festival from 11-7pm each day to include: Greek food, pastries, kids’ activities and vendors. Â Best dressed costume for a prize. Â Collecting clothing and canned goods for a Thanksgiving clothing drive. Â Free admission and parking, 1191 Irwin Bridge Rd NW, 770-285-4520, www.gyrostogo.com
Midnight at the Masquerade – Murder Mystery Dinner
Midnight at the Masquerade – Murder Mystery Dinner
The Book Cellar hosts murder mystery dinner from 5-8pm. Â This is a ticketed event, for more information, 770-628-5200, 951 Railroad Street NW.
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Trick or Treating Olde Town Conyers
Trick or Treating Olde Town Conyers
4:00 pm-7:00 pm
October 31, 2024
Merchants of Olde Town Association welcome Trick or Treating along Center and Commercial Streets from 4-7pm. Wear your best costume and enjoy a spooky evening in Olde Town Conyers, free event. For more information 678-806-5536
