The Weekend Guide: Things To Do Around Coweta County
From Staff Reports
Below are fun, educational and family-friendly events in-and-around Coweta County this weekend.
Check with each event to see if it is weather permitting / rain or shine. All events are subject to change.
Readers can also check out our Local & Live Music This Weekend calendar by clicking HERE.
To submit an event, email [email protected].
August 11 – FRIDAY
Sunset Sounds at Drake Field
7-10 p.m. at Drake Field, 155 Willowbend Road, Peachtree City
Live music by Matt Pudas. Bring your chairs, grab dinner and a drink and get ready to rock out under the stars!
August 12 – SATURDAY
Walk With A Doc
8:30 a.m. at Peachtree City Market, 215 Northlake Drive, Peachtree City
Join Piedmont Orthopedics | OrthoAtlanta physicians Dr. Chuck Fryberger and Dr. Michael McHenry for a 2.5 mile walk to discuss ways to reduce your risks for orthopedic injury or disease and learn what treatment options are available when it is necessary. Event is free but registration is required. RSVP to [email protected]. For more info, visit: https://www.piedmont.org/walkwithadoc.
Coweta County Farmers Market / Newnan
8:30 a.m.-Noon at Asa M. Powell Sr. Expo Center, 197 Temple Avenue, Newnan
Every Wednesday and Saturday (thru mid-October) Local farmers offer homegrown fruits, vegetables, homemade food items, plants and more!
Senoia Farmers Market
8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at 40 Travis Street, Senoia
It is a community-oriented marketplace that features a variety of local farmers, food producers, artisans, and craftsmen. You can find a wide selection of fresh produce, including fruits and vegetables, herbs, and flowers. There are also local food producers selling homemade baked goods, jams and jellies, honey, and other artisanal products. The market also features handmade crafts, such as pottery, jewelry, and textiles. Visitors can enjoy live music, food trucks, and other family-friendly activities. EVERY Saturday.
Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic
8:30-11:30 a.m. at The Help Spay/Neuter Clinic, 12 The Crescent, Newnan • 770-304-7911
Rain or shine. Book your appointment at HERE. Ask how to get a free canine heartworm test.
Serenbe Farmers Market
9 a.m. -1 p.m. at 9110 Selborne Lane, Palmetto
Serenbe Farmers Market offers a variety of healthy foods and artisanal goods on a large green space surrounded by a canopy of trees. Spend the morning shopping for your weekly groceries or unique gifts & wears while enjoying the beauty of nature.
Peachtree City Market
9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Aberdeen Village Shopping Center, Aberdeen Parkway, Peachtree City
This market brings approximately 60 vendors offering a variety of fresh produce, poultry, beef and pork, bread, sweet treats, honey, eggs, prepared foods and so much more. It’s the perfect place to find the consummate gift for the foodie in your life and visitors will also find live music going on.
The Locals Market
9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Greenville Street Park, downtown Newnan
Enjoy a Saturday at The Locals Market where there’s something for everyone to enjoy – vendors, food trucks, children’s activities, live music and more.
The Great All American Car Show
10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Coweta County Fairgrounds, 275 Pine Road, Newnan
Registration is from 10 a.m.-noon. Inaugural event. All classes and car/bike clubs welcome. 50/50 Cash Drawing, Food Trucks, Raffles. Classics, Muscle, Dunks, Rat Rods, Motorcycles, Lifted and Exotics.
Coweta Touch-A-Truck Day with Paw Patrol
Noon-2 p.m. at The Green in Ashley Park, 354 Newnan Crossing Bypass, Newnan • 470-414-2300
Kiddos! This event is for YOU! Ashley Park is hosting a Touch-A-Truck Day with our friends the Paw Patrol in the parking lot between DSW & Positanos. Come experience all the community helpers and their neat rides! We have a Bearcat, Patrol Cars, Fire Truck, & Army Vehicles and more.
August 13 – SUNDAY
Tim Hawkins Live
8 p.m. at Unity Baptist Church, 311 Smokey Road, Newnan • 770-253-2483
Looking for a night of laughs and good times? Then get ready for Tim Hawkins’ fall tour! This comedic genius is hitting the road once again, bringing his signature blend of humor and music to audiences across the country. With his hilarious observations on everyday life, spoof songs, and side-splitting impressions, Tim Hawkins is sure to leave you in stitches. You’ll hear favorite bits like “The Government Can” and “Chick-fil-A” PLUS new material which is sure to be a riot. Tim Hawkins is the must-see comedy event of the season! Grab your tickets now and get ready to laugh until your sides hurt.
August 14 – MONDAY
Senoia Area Blood Drive
3-7 p.m. at Senoia United Methodist Church, 229 Bridge Street, Senoia
Co-sponsored by Senoia Optimist Club and Senoia UMC. You are encouraged to make an appointment for the upcoming blood drive either by signing up online (http://www.redcrossblood.org/give) or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). NOTE: If the appointment schedule is full, walk-ins may not be able to donate.
Mentor, Mix and Mingle
5:30-7 p.m. at Lillian Gardens, 83 Greenville Street, Newnan
Are you interested in becoming a mentor to students in our community? Come and join us for our Mentor, Mix and Mingle event. We’d love to talk to you about how to become a mentor with Elevate Coweta Students.
