Street Closing Information

Friday October 18th streets close at 6:00pm and won't reopen until 8:00pm Sunday the 20th.

GOLD RUSH REGISTRATION OPEN FOR 2013!

We’re happy to announce that we are now acceptiing Gold Rush vendor applications for 2013! Space is limited so please get your application in soon for Gold Rush 2013! We will accept applications until all places are filled or June 1st. See you there!

Vendor application abailable here.

SEE THE 2012 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS!

ALWAYS THE THIRD FULL WEEKEND IN OCTOBER

Gold Rush Days are held the third weekend in October (the 18th - 20th for 2013), when thousands come to see fall colors peaking and celebrate Dahlonega's 1828 discovery of gold. Over 300 art and craft exhibitors gather around the Public Square and Historic District in support of this annual event, and it is estimated that a crowd of over 200,000 visit over the weekend to join in the fun and excitement! It has been voted one of the Top 20 Events in the southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society.

Gold Rush Days supports scholarships for Lumpkin County students and the Empty Stocking Fund.