Fun things to do
in Valdosta.

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10
October

Music in the Art Park | Heather Frederick & Bo Griner

Join us for our FREE Music in the Art Park concert featuring Heather Frederick & Bo Griner. Bring your kids, pets, blankets and chairs and enjoy outstanding musical entertainment! Food and beverage vendors on site for most events.

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10
October

Georgia Trust Fall Ramble

The Fall Ramble is an incredible opportunity to experience Valdosta and Lowndes County’s most treasured historic sites. This event highlights our architectural heritage for the community and visitors! The program is Friday, Oct. 10th through Sunday, October 12th. Head to the Georgia Trust website for the full schedule and accommodations.

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11
October

Georgia Trust Fall Ramble

The Fall Ramble is an incredible opportunity to experience Valdosta and Lowndes County’s most treasured historic sites. This event highlights our architectural heritage for the community and visitors! The program is Friday, Oct. 10th through Sunday, October 12th. Head to the Georgia Trust website for the full schedule and accommodations.

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12
October

Georgia Trust Fall Ramble

The Fall Ramble is an incredible opportunity to experience Valdosta and Lowndes County’s most treasured historic sites. This event highlights our architectural heritage for the community and visitors! The program is Friday, Oct. 10th through Sunday, October 12th. Head to the Georgia Trust website for the full schedule and accommodations.

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17
October

Burgers & Bluegrass

Celebrate Lowndes County’s Bicentennial with an evening of sizzling burgers from some of your local favorite restaurants, including Downtown Social, Ella's Top Corral, Jessie's Restaurant and Catering, and Big Nick's, and soulful strings in the heart of downtown Valdosta! Join us at Lowndes Park for Burgers & Bluegrass, a festive night of mouthwatering food, live music, and community spirit. Concerts begin at 6pm.

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24
October

Witches Night Out

Downtown is brewing with excitement as Witches' Night Out returns! Dress as your most bewitching self and savor the enchantment.

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24
October

Lunch on the Lawn

Gather your co-workers, family, and friends for a relaxing lunchtime concert at the Historic Lowndes County Courthouse from 11am until 2pm! Bring your own lunch or pick up a delicious grab-and-go meal from one of Downtown Valdosta’s fantastic restaurants. Lunch vendors will be on site.

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25
October

8th Annual ARToberfest

The Turner Center for the Arts invites you to participate in the 8th Annual ARToberfest on Saturday, October 25, 10 am-3 pm at the Turner Center Art Park.

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31
October

Grassy Pond Haunted Trail

South Georgia's favorite scare experience returns this Halloween! Head to Grassy Pond Recreation Area for a haunted trail spanning nearly one mile long. Children under 10 years old are not permitted.

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1
November

Grassy Pond Haunted Trail

South Georgia's favorite scare experience returns this Halloween! Head to Grassy Pond Recreation Area for a haunted trail spanning nearly one mile long. Children under 10 years old are not permitted.

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8
November

Gumbo Cook Off at Georgia Beer Co.

Head over to Georgia Beer Co. for the inaugural Roux the Day Gumbo Cookoff! All proceeds will benefit the 2026 Valdosta Mardi Gras Festival. Registration deadline is October 25th.

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10
November

New Exhibit Opening at the Turner Center

Join us for a FREE evening of great art, networking and light refreshments. The Turner Center for the Arts will unveil their new exhibit featuring Amy Lay, the Southeast Fiber Arts Alliance and the Contemporary Art Alliance of Georgia.

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13
November

First Ladies Camellia Dedication

Join us for a special Bicentennial dedication celebrating beauty, history, and legacy. At 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 13, the public is invited to gather on the Historic Lowndes County Courthouse Lawn for the official planting of the First Ladies’ Camellia Collection in honor of Lowndes County’s Bicentennial.

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14
November

Music in the Art Park | Naturally Southern

Join us for our FREE Music in the Art Park concert featuring Naturally Southern. Bring your kids, pets, blankets and chairs and enjoy outstanding musical entertainment! Food and beverage vendors on site for most events.

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28
November

2025 Community Christmas Tree Lighting

Get ready for a festive evening at the Lowndes County and City of Valdosta 2025 Annual Christmas Tree Lighting! Join us for a magical evening as we celebrate 200 years of Lowndes County with our annual Christmas Tree Lighting! Hot chocolate and live music will be ready, as well as a visit from Santa Claus.

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22
January

Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Experience

The Presenter Series recreates the magic of the Eras Tour in a spectacular, unforgettable show starring Traci Marie as Taylor. Traci has opened for national artists like Tony Orlando and the Righteous Brothers. Early Bird Season Passes are $120/ea and individual show tickets are $60/ea. Show starts at 7:30pm. Call 229.247.2787 or visit turnercenter.org for more information.

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26
February

The Doo Wop Project

The Presenter Series brings a new show from America’s Premiere Doo Wop Group. The dynamic Broadway stars are on a mission to put Doo Wop on everyone’s playlist! Early Bird Season Passes are $120/ea and individual show tickets are $60/ea. Show starts at 7:30pm. Call 229.247.2787 or visit turnercenter.org for more information.

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19
March

The Broadway Boys

The Presenter Series brings a collection of diverse male voices from the New York stage. Early Bird Season Passes are $120/ea and individual show tickets are $60/ea. Show starts at 7:30pm. Call 229.247.2787 or visit turnercenter.org for more information.

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