There's some really interesting and unique events coming up very soon in Dalton! This is just a list of my top 10 picks, it's not a list of all of the events in the near future, there are so many great events coming up this year! Stay up-to-date with all of the events that our town has to offer with the Dalton Events community calendar.
1. Pokémon Go at the Downtown Dalton Farmers Market
Stop by the Dalton Green (at Thornton Ave. & Waugh St.) for the Downtown Dalton Saturday Market on August 6, 2016 for a special Pokémon Go themed market day!
Keep Dalton-Whitfield Beautiful volunteers will have a booth with litter prevention tips for Pokémon trainers, free litter bags for your car, and even trash bags so you can help clean up our parks when you're out hunting for more Pokémons. Help us #LiveLitterFree and leave our community clean for humans and Pokémon alike.
This booth will also have a craft station where the first 30 visitors will have the opportunity to make or decorate a flower pot to take home. Garden soil, seeds, and water will be provided for free!
The market will be having a fun day - with extra lures that morning and easy access to all the Pokéstops in downtown, it'll be a great event for the whole family! Grab some fresh produce and locally made goodies while you're there.
What: Pokémon Go at Downtown Dalton Farmers Market
When: Saturday, August 6th from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
Where: The Dalton Green
2. Carmike Cinemas Summer Kids Series
Carmike Cinemas of Dalton is hosting a Summer Kids Series this year on every Thursday throughout the summer. A kids movie will be played in the theatre on Thursday's at 10:00 a.m. Tickets are $4.00 plus tax for anyone who attends (even adults), and include a small popcorn and small drink. You can look at the weekly movie on Dalton Events. The last show of the summer is on Thursday, August 4th.
What: Carmike Cinemas Summer Kids Series
When: Thursday's at 10:00 a.m. (until August 4th)
Where: Carmike Cinemas Dalton
3. Free Wine Tasting
The Chop Shop offers free wine and olive oil tastings occasionally. Their next tasting is on Thursday, July 28th. Please R.S.V.P by Wednesday, July 27th. You can do so by calling 706-229-9377 or stop by.
What: Free Wine Tasting
When: Thursday, July 28th from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: The Chop Shop | 101 Bryman's Plaza South, Suite 9 Dalton, GA
4. The Dalton Gem & Mineral Show
Many of the finest bead, pearl, fossil, gem, mineral, and jewelry merchants in the country will be at this show! This show is fun for kids and the whole family.
What: The Dalton Gem & Mineral Show
Where: The Dalton Convention Center | 2211 Dug Gap Battle Rd. Dalton, GA
When: Friday, August 12th 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. - Saturday, August 13th 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Sunday, August 14th 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tickets: Adults $4.00 (good for all 3 days) Ages 16 and under are free
5. Southern Momma at Dalton Distillery (SOLD OUT)
Although this event at the Dalton Distillery is already sold out, it's worth mentioning because it's awesome that Darren Knight will be in Dalton, but also because they are working hard to book him again. Stay tuned! Here's a video of Southern Momma if you are unaware.
6. Friendship House Live Music Festival
The Friendship House has put together a live music festival starring two uprising country music artists from Nashville, Trea Landon and Julia Cole. The show is also featuring: The Classics, The Stratoblasters, Laura Walker & The Traveling Tennesseans, The Sneary Family Band, and Connector 3.
There will be food trucks, games, and drinks. It is an event for the entire family!
Tickets are $16/person prior to the event and $20/person at the door.
Purchase your tickets here or call 706-278-8012.
What: The Friendship House Live Music Festival
When: Saturday, August 20th from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: The Dalton Green (Downtown)
7. Art & Wine at The Creative Arts Guild
On July 28th and August 4th the Creative Arts Guild will have Art & Wine night.
Have you ever heard the phrase, “I don’t know much about art, but I know what I like.”? Well, sit back and enjoy some wine and a snack, as instructor Bradley Wilson walks you through some of the most puzzling and famous works of art throughout history. Great for individuals, couples or groups who want to engage in lively discussions while expanding their aesthetic horizons. No artistic talent necessary.
Class Fee: $10 per class | Call (706) 259-1974 to register. | Instructor: Bradley Wilson
What: Art & Wine Class
When: July 28th and August 4th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.
Where: The Creative Arts Guild | 520 W Waugh St, Dalton, Georgia 30720
8. Downtown Dalton Summer Concert Series
The Downtown Dalton Summer Concert Series is a live music series in Peacock Alley on Friday nights during the summer. Upcoming bands are: Five40, Tune Gypsy, Barrel House, and Blackbird Revival. This is a free event open to the community. You are welcome to bring chairs, games, and food! Hamilton's will be there selling beer, wine, and soft drinks.
What: The Downtown Dalton Summer Concert Series
When: Friday, August 5th-September 2nd from 7:30 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.
Where: Peacock Alley- Downtown Dalton
9. Westside Cruise-In
Westside Cruise-in is a monthly cruise-in to help keep the love of cars alive and give car folks a place to go and show off their cars see friends. This is a free event and everyone is welcome. There are cars, trucks, motorcycles, and ratrods, free Inflatables for the kids, and food to purchase.
What: Westside Cruise-In
When: Saturday, August 6th from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Westside Middle School, 580 LaFayette Rd, Rocky Face, GA 30740, USA
There's a lot of really neat things happening in Dalton this year for dogs and dog lovers! Be on the lookout for an upcoming article that I'll be writing on all of the dog activities in Dalton this year. In the meantime, go watch this dog show!
What: Barkham Asylum Flyball Tournament
When: Saturday, August 20th and Sunday, August 21st 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday.
Where: The Dalton Convention Center | 2211 Dug Gap Battle Rd. Dalton, GA
