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Fall Festival Fun in Pickens County GA: Recap of Georgia Marble Festival & Talking Rock Heritage Days + Coming Up: Tate Day
As the leaves turn golden across North Georgia, Pickens County comes alive with the spirit of celebration, community, and tradition. The 2025 Fall Festival season was one to remember – from the parade at the Georgia Marble Festival in Jasper to the small-town charm of Talking Rock Heritage Days, and the anticipation building for Tate Day in Tate, GA.
Visitors from across the Southeast joined us to celebrate our heritage, experience local art, and enjoy the beauty of the North Georgia Mountains. But here’s the best part: we’re already getting ready for 2026!
Next year promises even bigger crowds in our hometown, more live entertainment, expanded artisan markets, and new ways to experience Pickens County’s one-of-a-kind mountain hospitality. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning friend, 2026 is your year to make unforgettable fall memories right here in the heart of North Georgia!
Georgia Marble Festival
Our Marble, Our Heritage – Georgia Marble Festival in Pickens County, GA each October!
Fun Fact: Did you know that Pickens County, GA marble was used in the creation of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.?!
This year marked our 43rd Annual Georgia Marble Festival held on October 4-5, 2025 – Jasper, GA | Lee Newton Park. Saturday morning, we kicked off the weekend with a 5K, 1-mile fun run & a parade down Main Street. Georgia Marble Festival offers a FREE kids zone, live demonstrations (marble sculpting & chainsaw wood carving), and EXCLUSIVE Quarry Tours that provide a behind-the-scenes look at the rich marble heritage in Pickens County, GA – just 1 hour north of Atlanta, GA. Arts & craft vendors, local food, live stage music, and plenty of photo-worthy moments set against the backdrop of The First Mountain City.
As the region known as the “Marble Capital of Georgia,” Pickens County’s festival celebrates the local industry & heritage – making this a meaningful community tradition.
The 44th Annual Georgia Marble Festival planning is in motion | Plan ahead for your Fall 2026 Mountain Getaway in the North Georgia Mountains
Talking Rock Heritage Days
Held in the charming little town of Talking Rock, GA – nestled in Pickens County, the annual Heritage Days festival is a fall favorite held the third full weekend in October!
What to remember: Talking Rock Heritage Days is two full days of art & crafts, antiques, food vendors, live music, and family-friendly activities – often with free admission and parking! The festival takes place along the business district and scenic areas near Talking Rock Creek – providing a quaint, relaxed event.
Talking Rock, GA brings a small-town spirit combined with rich North Georgia charm. It’s perfect for visitors seeking a slower-paced festival, packed with character! Don’t miss nearby hikes to complete your perfect Talking Rock day!
Photos: KnowPickens
Explore Tate, GA: Tate Day
Looking ahead, the festival season continues with Tate Day in the community of Tate, GA. Tate is known for its historic district, quarry/marble heritage and vibrant community events! Saturday, November 1st | Help us celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Historic Tate Gym!
You don’t want to miss: Arts & crafts, exploring downtown Tate, the model train display at the Tate Depot, children’s activities, Amicalola Garden Club raffle, Tate Day Parade, Marble Quarry Tours, BBQ lunch, cake bake-off at the historic Tate Gym, and tours of Tate Elementary School!
Sponsored by Marble Valley Friends, Inc, a historical preservation group headquartered in the Historic Tate Gym
If you loved Georgia Marble Festival & Talking Rock Heritage Days – Tate Day is the perfect next stop in your Fall Travel Guide of the North Georgia Mountains! Here, you will find a unique blend of heritage, small-town charm and the ambiance you crave of Fall in North Georgia!
Plan Your Fall 2026 Getaway to Pickens County, GA | North Georgia Fall 2026 Travel Guide
After such an incredible 2025 festival season, there’s no doubt that Pickens County, GA is the place to be next fall. Start planning your 2026 getaway now – reserve your stay early, follow our event updates, and mark your calendars for:
- Georgia Marble Festival in Jasper, GA
- Talking Rock Heritage Days in Talking Rock, GA
- Tate Day in Tate, GA
Each event offers its own story, its own flavor, and its own kind of fun — all set against the scenic backdrop of the North Georgia Mountains.
Come for the festivals, stay for the community, and leave with memories that last a lifetime!
Follow us on social media and visit VisitPickensGA.com to start planning your fall 2026 adventure today!