Autumn is in the air, Georgians, which means that one of the best fall festivals is right around the corner. Celebrated for nearly 50 years, the Georgia Apple Festival in Ellijay is one of the best festivals you’ll find in the state. Filled with fun, games, vendors, parades, and of course, apples, get ready for the fall event of the year.

If you didn’t already know, Ellijay, Georgia is the place to score some serious apples this autumn — in fact, it’s the Apple Capital of Georgia.

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With apple orchards and pumpkins seemingly at every turn, Ellijay is the town to visit in fall if you want to cash in on some authentic autumn experiences.

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But if you really want to visit Ellijay, Georgia during a special time, you’ll check it out during the annual Georgia Apple Festival.

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In its 48th year, the Georgia Apple Festival is a two-weekend event that has hundreds of vendors with food, crafts, games, and more, bringing visitors from all over the country.

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Enjoy the on-site demonstrations, the parade, the antique car show, and of course, the endless amount of apples.

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Want to chow down on some fresh apple donuts and apple blossoms?! You’ve come to the right place.

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The fall food you’ll have at your fingertips during this festival will definitely have you leaving satisfied.

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What started with humble beginnings has easily grown into one of the largest and most well-attended festivals in Georgia.

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Check out the Georgia Apple Festival with the family this year and get ready to live “appley ever after.”

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When: October 12-13, 2019 & October 19-20, 2019, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays & 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays.

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Cost: $5 for adults, children under 10 are free.

To learn more about the Georgia Apple Festival, visit the website or Facebook Page.

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Address: 1729 S Main St, Ellijay, GA 30540, USA