Community events, festivals, and local happenings in Eatonton and throughout Lake Country.
Spring bass tournament open to all anglers. Launch from the Sinclair Recreation Area boat ramp. Register in advance through the Putnam County Recreation Department.
Recreation 📍 Lake Sinclair · 🕐 6am startThe Saturday farmers market returns to downtown Eatonton with local produce, honey, eggs, baked goods, and handmade crafts from Putnam County vendors.
Community 📍 Courthouse Square, Eatonton · 🕐 8am–1pmGuided nature hike through the Rock Eagle 4-H Center grounds with a UGA naturalist. Learn about the effigy mound's history and the local ecosystem. All ages welcome.
Recreation 📍 Rock Eagle 4-H Center · 🕐 9am–11amMonthly breakfast meeting for Eatonton and Putnam County business owners. Guest speaker on digital marketing for small businesses.
Business 📍 Eatonton, GA · 🕐 7:30am–9amSpecial brunch menus at participating downtown restaurants. Make reservations early — tables fill fast for this popular annual tradition.
Food & Dining 📍 Downtown Eatonton · 🕐 10am–2pmPutnam County's beloved annual celebration of its dairy farming heritage. Live music, carnival rides, food vendors, parade, and the crowning of the Dairy Festival Queen.
Community 📍 Eatonton, GA · 🕐 All DayAnnual Memorial Day weekend boating celebration on Lake Oconee. Multiple events throughout the weekend including boat parade, fishing tournament, and lakeside gatherings.
Recreation 📍 Lake Oconee · 🕐 All WeekendSubmit your Putnam County community event and we'll add it to the calendar. Free for local organizations and businesses.
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