September brings live entertainment, local art, seasonal flavors and memorable community experiences at Georgia’s Lake Country. Whether you want to visit a farmers market, attend a candlelight performance, enjoy a guided wine tasting or dine under the moon, there is something worth adding to your calendar. Explore the events below and start planning your September near Lake Oconee and Lake Sinclair.
Local Events Near Lake Oconee and Lake Sinclair in September 2026
From live performances and local art to wine tastings and outdoor dining, September offers memorable ways to experience Georgia’s Lake Country. Here we cover several September 2026 events to add to your calendar.
Lake Oconee Farmers Market
September 5 and September 12 | 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Harmony Park at Harmony Crossing | 119 Harmony Crossing, Eatonton
Enjoy the final weekends of the Lake Oconee Farmers Market’s summer season. Shop for fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, artisan crafts and specialty foods while supporting local farmers, makers and small businesses.
The 2026 summer market concludes on September 12.
First Friday: WrestleMania Slamboree
September 4 | 6:00 PM
Deep Roots Stage | 114 E. Hancock Street, Milledgeville
Downtown Milledgeville welcomes the fourth annual WrestleMania Slamboree for an action-packed evening of professional wrestling and family-friendly fun.
Hosted by Milledgeville Main Street in partnership with Five Star Automotive Group and the Georgia Championship Wrestling Organization, this free event offers an exciting evening for all ages.
Open Mic Night
September 7 | 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Madison-Morgan Cultural Center | 434 S. Main Street, Madison
Take the stage or enjoy the entertainment during Open Mic Night at the Madison-Morgan Cultural Center. Musicians, poets, comedians, storytellers and performers of all kinds are welcome to participate.
Admission is free, making it an easy and welcoming way to experience local talent.
America 250: A Wine Tasting
September 10 | 6:00 PM
Lockerly Arboretum | 1534 Irwinton Road, Milledgeville
Celebrate 250 years of American history through wine during this guided tasting experience at Lockerly Arboretum.
Guests will explore American winemaking from the early colonies to the new frontier while enjoying the beautiful setting of the arboretum. Tickets are $60 per person.
OPAS Candlelight Series: An Afternoon in Paris
September 13 | 3:00 PM
Festival Hall | 201 N. Main Street, Greensboro
The Oconee Performing Arts Society presents an intimate candlelight performance starring two-time Tony Award nominee and Theatre World Award winner Christine Andreas.
Joined by her husband and longtime musical partner, Martin Silvestri, Andreas will present an afternoon of music and stories inspired by the romance of Paris and the sophistication of New York City.
Experience and Intersection
On Display Throughout September
Madison-Morgan Cultural Center | 434 S. Main Street, Madison
Presented in celebration of the Madison-Morgan Cultural Center’s 50th anniversary, Experience and Intersection brings together work by John Cleaveland and the late Richard Olsen.
Displayed in the Cultural Center’s three upstairs galleries, the exhibition explores artistic legacy, regional landscapes and lived experience. The exhibit remains on view through October 31.
Moonlight Supper Club: Under the Harvest Moon
September 26 | 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Empire Mills | 1290 Pennington Road, Madison
Experience an evening of alfresco dining at one long communal table during the Moonlight Supper Club at Empire Mills.
The evening begins with bites and cocktails, followed by a family-style meal featuring creations from Hallie Jane’s Catering. A selection of wines and spirits will also be available from the Empire Mills bar. Tickets are $125 per person.
Make the Most of September 2026 near Georgia's Lake County
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