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Forsyth Forsythia Festival
We kick off the beautiful spring season with one of the most exciting events of the year: The Forsythia Festival. This free, family-friendly event takes place March 14th-15th, 2026 in downtown Forsyth. Activities include: a two-day arts and crafts show, food vendors, local restaurant special hours, 5K run, live entertainment and more! Saturday & Sunday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.
Green Tomato Festival
Missed getting your fried green tomatoes? Head over to nearby Juliette for the Green Tomato Festival, October 25-26, 2025, in celebration of the movie, Fried Green Tomatoes, that made Juliette world-famous. Eat at the delicious Whistle Stop Café, browse booths of goods made by local artisans, enjoy live music and partake in the unique shops and boutiques of Juliette!
Hometown Holiday Parade
What can be better than starting the holidays with a parade? Why Santa of course! Join us in town for our 35th Annual Hometown Holiday Parade on Thursday December 4, 2025. The lighted parade winds through downtown Forsyth, spreading holiday cheer to children and adults of all ages.
Looking for Even More to Explore?
For a full list of local happenings, festivals, and annual events, check out Visit Forsyth. There's always something going on in the area!
Area Attractions
Monroe County Historic Courthouse & Downtown Historic District
Located in the heart of downtown Forsyth, this beautifully preserved courthouse (built in 1896) anchors a charming historic district with shops, art galleries, and walking tours.
Dickey Farms
Drive just 25 minutes to Dickey Farms, Georgia's oldest peach packinghouse in historic Musella. This is a must-see Monroe County GA attraction! Tour the market for pecans, baked goods, and their famously delicious homemade peach ice cream. It’s the perfect, sweet Forsyth GA day trip.
Forsyth Mining Co.
The Forsyth Mining Co. offers fantastic, hands-on family fun in Forsyth GA right at the KOA. Sift bags of mining rough through the sluice and find genuine gemstones, fossils, and arrowheads. It’s an exciting way to find treasures on your KOA camping trip.
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park
Explore over 17,000 years of Georgia history at this sacred Macon GA historical park. Walk atop ancient earthen mounds and see the reconstructed Earth Lodge, providing a powerful look into the ancestral homeland of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation.
1823 Artisan Guild & Gallery
Located inside the historic downtown district, this unique gallery showcases local artists, pottery, and fine craftsmanship—perfect for visitors looking to discover local culture and souvenirs.
Dauset Trails Nature Center & Jarrell Plantation Historic Site
Just a short drive away, these attractions offer wildlife exhibits, walking trails, and a deeper look into Monroe County’s history—part interactive nature center and part historic plantation museum.
