A new season brings an array of endless possibilities. A fresh, cool breeze sweeping through the air, vibrant leaves rolling along the sidewalks, and the mixture of spices filling the air are the perfect ingredients to make an exquisite bucket list this fall. There are so many ways to fill your weekend with fall fun! With a little help, you can make this fall a great one to remember. 

Find Forest Forms at Lockerly Arboretum

View the Forest Forms sculptural art installation at Lockerly Arboretum starting in October. Gaze at linework-style animal statues up to 20 feet tall along the wooded trails.

Watch Football in Downtown Milledgeville

Watch your favorite football team bar side at one of these Milledgeville restaurants that serves hot, crispy buffalo wings and ice cold drafts.

Get Cozy Around the Campfire

Stay in a rental overlooking Lake Sinclair and enjoy a crisp fall evening around a warm fire roasting smores and making memories with friends and family.

Connect with Local Spirits and Stories

Take the Ghosts of Milledgeville Walking Tour, a one-hour tour through historic downtown Milledgeville, highlighting some of Milledgeville’s most infamous stories.

Decorate for the Season

Refresh your decor at one of Milledgeville’s local antique shops. Local shops offer a variety of booths so everyone can find a prized piece.

Take a Scenic Walk

Milledgeville’s leaves begin changing in late October through early November, so take a picturesque walk through one of these seven beautiful locations.

Warm-Up Your Wardrobe

Women’s boutiques like Firefly and Chatter have stylish sweaters and boots perfect for fall weather. Men can also pick up soft flannels and jeans at Southern Roots.

Enjoy a Picnic at the Greenway

Pack a picnic and take in the peaceful view of the rapids along the Oconee River and the calming sound of running water while enjoying the cool weather and the fall foliage colors.

Sip Fall Blends

Go beyond Pumpkin Spice and try one of Morning Grind’s fall flavors like the Apple Pie Latte, Oatmeal Creme Chai, or Warm & Cozy Latte that features notes of toasted marshmallow.

Take a Trolley Tour

Hop aboard Milly the Trolley for one of three exciting tours this fall: the Historic Milledgeville Tour, the Central State Hospital Campus Tour, or the Children’s Trolley Tour. Reserve your tickets...

Watch a Play

Georgia Military College’s new facility will be the home of many notable events this fall, including a production of “Chicago The Musical,” the famed story of two women on death row in the Roaring...

Attend Deep Roots Festival

The Deep Roots Festival is celebrating 21 years! On Saturday, October 19, the streets of downtown are the place to be with an antique car show, live entertainment, crafts, Kidzone, and more.

Stay Downtown

Stay close to downtown Milledgeville in one of these historic vacation rentals. From a bed and breakfast feel to a historic home all to yourself, find the perfect place to rest your head.

Try an Unexpected Seasonal Dish

Kai Thai has a selection of fall specials to enjoy including their traditional Pumpkin Curry, and a Pumpkin Spice Boba Milk Tea.

Sip & Stroll at Lockerly Arboretum

Join Lockerly Arboretum for their Wine in the Woods event on October 26th. See the prettiest blooms of the season at Lockerly Arboretum while sipping a glass of wine.

There is more to Milly this fall