After a two-year hiatus, the <a href="https://www.bufordtrailofterror.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Buford Trail of Terror</a> is back and more bloodcurdling than ever with a new address along the shores of Lake Lanier. From its new location at 7650 Lanier Islands Parkway, the haunted house SLASH open-air experience and its 50 restless spirits will rattle guests' nerves as they pass through 13 spine-tingling scenes. Joining its signature cavalcade of psycho clowns, the lakeside setting inspired new creatures, like pirates, vikings, mermaids, sirens, and more. The first night of frights for the 2026 season kicks off Friday, September 25, and runs rampant on select nights through Saturday, November 7.
Regular admission to the Buford Trail of Terror is $34.99 for individuals and $24.99/person for groups of 15 or more. For those who wish to purchase a fast pass, admission is $64.99 for individuals and $49.99/person for groups of 15 or more. Lanier Islands Resort gate entry is included in the admission price for those who <a href="https://bufordtrailofterror.com/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">purchase their tickets online</a>. 
The <a href="https://www.bufordtrailofterror.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Buford Trail of Terror</a> will be open:
<ul><li>Friday, September 25 and October 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 8 p.m. to midnight</li><li>Saturday, September 26 and October 3 and 10 from 8 p.m. to midnight</li><li>Saturday, October 17 from 6 p.m. to midnight</li><li>Saturday, October 24 from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m.</li><li>Sunday, October 25 from 8 p.m. to midnight</li><li>Saturday, October 31 from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.</li><li>Sunday, November 1 and Saturday, November 7 from 7 to 11 p.m.</li></ul>






The Buford Trail of Terror adds fireworks to the mix on October 24 and on Halloween, October 31, it’s the only night when guests are allowed to wear costumes – for which the best costume will be awarded. On select evenings during the season, kids can enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour and meet the monsters between 6-8 p.m., and on “Glow Nights,” the lights go off, and the blue lights go up for a supercharged scary experience. Live entertainment will vary each night from tunes spun by DJ Smiles to a performance of Michael Jackson’s Thriller to a monster mosh pit with a metal rock band.

Local Event: Buford Trail of Terror

Gwinnett County

Buford

Georgia

Buford Trail of Terror

After a two-year hiatus, the Buford Trail of Terror is back and more bloodcurdling than ever with a new address along the...

Lanier Islands Resort

Get ready for a weekend filled with the songs, stories, and hit songwriters who bring them to life. Legendary Rolling Stones keyboardist Chuck Leavell will headline the inaugural <a href="https://www.lanierislands.com/special-events/songwriter-festival/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Songwriters at the Lake Music Festival</a> at Lanier Islands Resort November 13-15, 2026. Presented by Ingles, the three-day festival will bring acclaimed Southern songwriters – including Randall Bramblett, Jimmy Hall, Joanna Cotten, and two dozen additional artists to the resort for a can’t-miss musical weekend. 
As the trees reflect fiery shades of red, orange, and gold on the waters of Lake Lanier, Leavell and his fellow musicians will play host to a series of events on multiple stages throughout the Islands – including two headliner lakeside concerts on Friday, November 13 and Saturday, November 14. The Friday show will feature the Drew Parker Band, while the Saturday show will feature Chuck Leavell and Friends. to celebrate the legacy of songwriters and invest in Georgia’s next generation of music creators, the festival will allocate a portion of its proceeds to the Georgia Mountain Food Bank, the Jarrard Burch Songwriter Foundation, and other worthy charities.
Festival passes are just $129 and include resort gate fees and access to songwriter performances throughout the three-day festival. For those unable to attend all three days, a $49 wristband grants the wearer access to all Friday shows and a $69 wristband grants access to all Saturday shows. Tickets and wristbands&nbsp;can be purchased at <a href="https://www.SongwritersATL.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.SongwritersATL.com</a>, and overnight reservations can be made online at <a href="https://www.LanierIslands.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.LanierIslands.com</a> or by calling 770-945-8787. Nightly rates start at $209, and resort fees will be waived for festival goers. Lanier Islands Resort is 45 miles north of Atlanta at 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway in Buford. From lakeside views to live performances, this weekend is designed to keep the music going from morning until night. Come for the songs. Stay for the stories.

Local Event: Songwriters at the Lake Music Festival

Songwriters at the Lake Music Festival

Get ready for a weekend filled with the songs, stories, and hit songwriters who bring them to life. Legendary Rolling Stones...

Lanier Tech

Join us for a festive celebration featuring handmade, artistic, and artisan gifts perfect for the holiday season. The event includes special attractions like Santa, the Elf Corner shopping zone for children, and engaging children's crafts.

Local Event: 23rd Annual Christmas Arts & Crafts Festival

Forsyth County

Cumming

23rd Annual Christmas Arts & Crafts Festival

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Get ready for a weekend filled with the songs, stories, and hit songwriters who bring them to life. Legendary Rolling Stones keyboardist Chuck Leavell will headline the inaugural <a href="https://www.lanierislands.com/special-events/songwriter-festival/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Songwriters at the Lake Music Festival</a> at Lanier Islands Resort November 13-15, 2026. Presented by Ingles, the three-day festival will bring acclaimed Southern songwriters – including Randall Bramblett, Jimmy Hall, Joanna Cotten, and two dozen additional artists to the resort for a can’t-miss musical weekend. 
As the trees reflect fiery shades of red, orange, and gold on the waters of Lake Lanier, Leavell and his fellow musicians will play host to a series of events on multiple stages throughout the Islands – including two headliner lakeside concerts on Friday, November 13 and Saturday, November 14. The Friday show will feature the Drew Parker Band, while the Saturday show will feature Chuck Leavell and Friends. to celebrate the legacy of songwriters and invest in Georgia’s next generation of music creators, the festival will allocate a portion of its proceeds to the Georgia Mountain Food Bank, the Jarrard Burch Songwriter Foundation, and other worthy charities.
Festival passes are just $129 and include resort gate fees and access to songwriter performances throughout the three-day festival. For those unable to attend all three days, a $49 wristband grants the wearer access to all Friday shows and a $69 wristband grants access to all Saturday shows. Tickets and wristbands can be purchased at <a href="https://www.SongwritersATL.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.SongwritersATL.com</a>, and overnight reservations can be made online at <a href="https://www.LanierIslands.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.LanierIslands.com</a>
or by calling 770-945-8787. Nightly rates start at $209, and resort fees will be waived for festival goers. Lanier Islands Resort is 45 miles north of Atlanta at 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway in Buford. From lakeside views to live performances, this weekend is designed to keep the music going from morning until night. Come for the songs. Stay for the stories.

Bigger and brighter, Magical Nights of Lights at Lanier Islands Resort promises More Lights, More Magic, and More Memories this holiday season. Priced by the vehicle, this modern-day sleigh ride through mile after mile of sparkling lights and animated displays runs nightly from 5-10PM November 20, 2026 to January 3, 2027. As the cabin of each vehicle fills with holiday music and wonder, all roads lead to the resort’s Holiday Headquarters at Game Changer – which marks another year of Clark’s Holiday Pop-up Bar in addition to a Vendor Village and all the fun and games to be found at the 23,000-square-foot indoor playground. Give Back Nights with gifts for the first 100 cards, appearances from the Jolly Old Elf himself and other holiday characters on select nights, and stops to the winter wonderland at Margaritaville’s License to Chill Snow Island will further enhance the experience. Visitors can race down Georgia’s longest snow tubing hill, skate to holiday tunes, hop on exciting carnival rides, or dive into fresh snow blown daily for playtime and snowball battles. 
Magical Nights of Lights has all the makings for a special date night, a cherished tradition for groups of friends, or an evening of memory-making for the whole family. It earned the top spot among Favorite Homegrown Holiday Light Displays from North Georgia Living Magazine, and Mommy Poppins named Magical Nights of Lights one of the Best Holiday Light Shows in Atlanta last year. Discover why Magical Nights of Lights has been a beloved holiday tradition among countless families and individuals since 1993. Starting at $25/vehicle, pricing for this drive-thru Christmas lights show experience varies by vehicle size and date of visit. Tickets can be purchased in advance at <a href="https://www.lanierislands.com/holiday-events/magical-nights-of-lights/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.lanierislands.com/holiday-events/magical-nights-of-lights/</a>
or at the gate. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Georgia Mountain Food Bank – a nonprofit that provided 8.5 million meals to 88,000 people in five counties in 2025 alone. 
For those looking to turn their visit to Magical Nights of Lights into a holiday getaway, special holiday accommodation packages are available. Reservations can be made at <a href="https://www.lanierislands.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.lanierislands.com</a>
or by calling 770-945-8787.

Local Event: Magical Nights of Lights

Magical Nights of Lights

Bigger and brighter, Magical Nights of Lights at Lanier Islands Resort promises More Lights, More Magic, and More Memories this...

Bigger and brighter, Magical Nights of Lights at Lanier Islands Resort promises More Lights, More Magic, and More Memories this holiday season. Priced by the vehicle, this modern-day sleigh ride through mile after mile of sparkling lights and animated displays runs nightly from 5-10PM November 20, 2026 to January 3, 2027. As the cabin of each vehicle fills with holiday music and wonder, all roads lead to the resort’s Holiday Headquarters at Game Changer – which marks another year of Clark’s Holiday Pop-up Bar in addition to a Vendor Village and all the fun and games to be found at the 23,000-square-foot indoor playground. Give Back Nights with gifts for the first 100 cars, appearances from the Jolly Old Elf himself and other holiday characters on select nights, and stops to the winter wonderland at Margaritaville’s License to Chill Snow Island will further enhance the experience. Visitors can race down Georgia’s longest snow tubing hill, skate to holiday tunes, hop on exciting carnival rides, or dive into fresh snow blown daily for playtime and snowball battles. 
Magical Nights of Lights has all the makings for a special date night, a cherished tradition for groups of friends, or an evening of memory-making for the whole family. It earned the top spot among Favorite Homegrown Holiday Light Displays from North Georgia Living Magazine, and Mommy Poppins named Magical Nights of Lights one of the Best Holiday Light Shows in Atlanta last year. Discover why Magical Nights of Lights has been a beloved holiday tradition among countless families and individuals since 1993. Starting at $37.76/vehicle, pricing for this drive-thru Christmas lights show experience varies by vehicle size and date of visit. Tickets can be purchased in advance at <a href="https://www.lanierislands.com/holiday-events/magical-nights-of-lights/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.lanierislands.com/holiday-events/magical-nights-of-lights/</a>
or at the gate. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Georgia Mountain Food Bank – a nonprofit that provided 8.5 million meals to 88,000 people in five counties in 2025 alone. 
For those looking to turn their visit to Magical Nights of Lights into a holiday getaway, special holiday accommodation packages are available. Reservations can be made at <a href="https://www.lanierislands.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.lanierislands.com</a>
or by calling 770-945-8787.

Local Event: Magical Nights of Lights 

Magical Nights of Lights 

Stunning lakeside views and a mouthwatering buffet come together for an unforgettable holiday gathering this <a href="https://www.lanierislands.com/holiday-events/thanksgiving/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Thanksgiving at Lanier Islands Resort</a>. The Georgia lakeside destination invites guests to skip the cooking and the cleanup in favor of the opportunity to relax, indulge, and make the most of the season while enjoying an expertly prepared Thanksgiving feast. From traditional favorites like carved turkey and cornbread stuffing to decadent desserts, this bountiful holiday spread will have something to satisfy every craving. Boasting an imaginatively crafted menu by Director of Operations Nishant Chaudhary and Executive Chef Whitney Okula, the Thanksgiving Buffet will be served in the Grand Ballroom at Legacy Lodge on Thursday, November 26, between noon and 6 p.m. 
Reservations are required for the <a href="https://www.lanierislands.com/holiday-events/thanksgiving/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Thanksgiving Buffet</a> and can be made by calling 678-318-2048. With the first seating at noon and the final seating at 5:30 p.m., the $20 resort gate fee is waived with each Thanksgiving Buffet reservation. Buffet pricing is $98 for Adults (14+), $75 for Seniors (62+), $48 for Children (6–13), and FREE for Children 5 &amp; under (with a paid adult).
The famed Magical Nights of Lights - newly expanded for 2026 will be underway with mile after mile of sparkling holiday light displays. It's a wonderful opportunity for families to extend their visit, spend time together, and kick off the Holiday season at the Islands. With several holiday-themed overnight accommodation packages to choose from, reservations can be made at <a href="https://www.lanierislands.com/holiday-events/holiday-packages/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.lanierislands.com/holiday-events/holiday-packages/</a> or by calling 770-945-8787. Lanier Islands Resort is 45 miles north of Atlanta at 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway in Buford. To explore amenities and other future events, visit <a href="https://www.LanierIslands.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.LanierIslands.com</a>.

Local Event: Thanksgiving Buffet at Lanier Islands Resort

Thanksgiving Buffet at Lanier Islands Resort

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Brunch, Bows & New beginnings

Join us for a festive afternoon filled with brunch and happiness. While here, come take a tour of our beautiful community!

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Level Up Games

Level Up Games is a retail network of tabletop gaming stores serving enthusiasts across Georgia with locations in Athens, Buford, Dawsonville, and Johns Creek. As a dedicated hub for the gaming community, the business provides a comprehensive selection of products and a welcoming environment for players of all ages to explore their hobbies. Whether you are a seasoned veteran or a newcomer to the tabletop scene, Level Up Games offers a reliable destination for all your gaming needs. The store specializes in a wide array of tabletop essentials, including board games, role-playing games, trading card games, and detailed miniatures. Beyond product sales, they provide an extensive range of hobby supplies, such as high-quality paints, brushes, and model-building tools to help you customize your collection. Customers can also take advantage of convenient online preordering for the latest releases, often featuring exclusive savings on popular titles like Warhammer and Magic: The Gathering. Level Up Games distinguishes itself through deep community engagement, hosting regular events and the annual LUG Con gaming convention to bring players together. You can expect a professional, enthusiast-led experience supported by active communication through their Discord and social media channels, ensuring you stay connected to the latest releases and local gaming opportunities.

Level Up Games is a retail network of tabletop gaming stores serving enthusiasts across Georgia with locations in Athens, Buford, Dawsonville, and...

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