Possum, Gold Nugget, And Other Things Dropped In GA On NYE

GEORGIA — The new year and next decade is upon us, and with it comes the time to celebrate the arrival of 2020. In Georgia, there will not be the traditional Peach Drop this year, so families may be wondering where to celebrate. Luckily, our state has plenty of unique options to ring in the new year.

The Possum Drop

Arguably one of the most well-known ways to celebrate New Year's Eve in Georgia is at the Possum Drop in Tallapoosa. For animal lovers, don't worry, it's not a real possum but a stuffed animal. Festivities kick off at 6 p.m. Tallapoosa is a roughly 45-minute drive from Atlanta on I-20 West. There will be food vendors, live music and a kids zone offered. There will not be seating, so organizers suggest bringing a small, folding chair. No pets or alcohol are allowed, but nearby restaurants will be open and serving drinks. For those staying at the nearby Hampton Inn, the "Possum Express" will shuttle you to the event. Limited tickets to the VIP tent will be sold at $15 a person, or $20 a couple.

Geranium Drop

McDonough’s Mayor Billy Copeland will kick off the event at 9:30 p.m. on New Year’s Eve. Come dance the year away in historic downtown McDonough as midnight approaches, and as the geranium drops. The city is ending this decade as a celebration of all decades. Come dressed in your favorite decades attire — '70s bell bottoms, '80s big hair or your best '90s. Enter the decades costume contest, and dance the night away with live music and DJ. The entertainment lineup will include live music by No Limitz Band and DJ Doug Sheets. There will be food and drink specials from downtown restaurants, like Gritz, Holy Smoke BBQ, Kirby G’s.

Gold Nugget Drop

Come out to the “City of Gold” and ring in the New Year with the City of Villa Rica and Villa Rica Main Street for the 2019 Gold Nugget Drop. The New Year's Eve event will be held from 10 p.m. until 12:15 a.m. at The Mill Amphitheater, 106 Temple St. The event is free and will go on rain or shine.

The headlining act is Band of Gold. They will play from 10 p.m. until midnight. At the stroke of midnight, there will be a fireworks display.

Feel free to bring a lawn chair or blanket, picnic basket and non-alcoholic beverages to this event. No smoking, vaping, tents or pets are allowed at The Mill Amphitheater.

Shamrock Drop

Ring in the New Year with friends old and new in Downtown Dublin, Georgia, during New Year's Eve Shamrock Drop. A brilliantly lit shamrock descends from atop the historic Fred Roberts while you listen to live music. Raise your glass and revel in the best selection of food, drink, and entertainment beneath the marquee of Theatre Dublin. A DJ will be spinning favorites and the hottest hits to get you dancing into the New Year in Downtown Dublin.

Admission is free and all ages are welcome when Jackson Street in Downtown Dublin hosts 2019’s farewell street party during the New Year's Eve Shamrock Drop with dancing, live music, vendors, food and beverage delights.

Downtown Dublin is rolling down the big screen at Martin Movie House for a star packed double feature showing of The Goonies New Year's Eve Family Experience at 6 p.m. and The Great Gatsby Roaring 20s Movie Experience at 8:30 p.m.

Dropping of the Edelweiss

Come bring in the New Year with music, food, fun, party hats, dancing and the annual Dropping of the Edelweiss in Helen, Georgia. Light hors d'oeuvres, party favors and midnight champagne toast will be offered at this family-friendly event. The cost is $20 per person, $35 per couple, ages 6-12 half price, kids under 6-free.

Up the Cup New Year’s Eve Celebration

The 2020 New Year’s Eve Celebration on Rousakis Plaza on River Street in Savannah Georgia will welcome 2020. This year’s celebration will welcome 2020 by Upping the Cup at Wet Willies.Celebrate New Year’s Eve with friends and family along Savannah’s Waterfront. A beautiful fireworks show will begin at midnight to bring in the new decade.

The Perry Buzzard Drop

Mark your calendars for the biggest New Year’s Eve Celebration in middle Georgia. Start your evening off at 7 p.m. and indulge in the fresh tastes of Bodega Brew, The Swanson, Just Tap’d, Chile Street Eats and Booger Bear’s Grill Inc. while DjMixmaster T. Taylor spins favorite time-tested tracks.

With cheers and bursts of confetti cannons, the free “Kiddie Countdown” will take place at 8 p.m., offering a fun and interactive opportunity for families to celebrate New Year’s Eve together without having to miss bedtime.

Then at 9 p.m., RELAPSE will take the stage, performing an eclectic mix of soul, beach, shag, funk, disco, and country that will have you dancing and singing all the way into the new year.

A complimentary take-home shuttle will begin service will begin at 10 p.m., serving homes and destinations within the Perry city limits from downtown.