News for Community

Friday, December 20, 2024
Get ready for the biggest Southern Soul concert to hit Athens! Classic City Entertainment Group (CCEG) is bringing the first annual Classic City Blues Fest to The Classic Center Theatre on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.The Blues Fest lineup will include West Love, Tucker, Sir Charles, and many more. A portion of proceeds will also be utilized for CCEG’s community efforts and scholarship ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Thursday, December 19, 2024
ATHENS, Ga. – December 10, 2024 – Thank you for being a…fan! Following sold out performances and rave reviews across the country in 2024, The Golden Girls are back and better than ever with a stage show that’s more exciting than a trip to the Rusty Anchor. Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue will start with one show at The Classic Center Theatre on Friday, April 4, 2025. Tickets are on sale Friday, ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
(ATHENS, GA)   Athenians are invited to honor Dr. King's legacy at the annual Athens-Clarke County Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on Monday, January 20, 2025.  In 1994, Congress made the Martin Luther King Jr. federal holiday an official day of service. Athens-Clarke County is one of the thousands of cities across the United States that decides to make the holiday "A Day On and Not a Day ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Community, Press Release
Monday, December 09, 2024
ATHENS, Ga. – Break out the ale! The Classic Center Cultural Foundation will celebrate the third annual Athens Beer Fest on Sunday, April 6, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the 440 Foundry Pavilion at The Classic Center. Kick off the spring season by sampling the latest and greatest beers from some of your favorite regional breweries at Athens Beer Fest. Previous breweries include Akademia, ...read more
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Monday, December 09, 2024
ATHENS, Ga. – Athens On Ice Public Ice Skating returns for another outdoor season at the 440 Foundry Pavilion at The Classic Center beginning on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Bundle up and bring your friends and family along for a great time at this fan-favorite holiday activity! ickets are only $15 and include your skate rental and 75 minutes of on-ice fun. Groups of ten or more are eligible for ...read more
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