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A Feast of Fellowship and Giving in Downtown Athens
The Pollack Family Foundation is partnering with The Classic Center to present the annual Banquet of Blessings on Sunday, November 22, from 4:30-7:30 pm in The Classic Center’s Grand Hall. This free community event invites attendees to come together for an evening of fellowship, food, and support. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy a warm meal and receive essential items, including clothing, hygiene products, and food packs. "Banquet of Blessings is a special event that means so much to us because
Akins Ford Arena is set to bring an action-packed month of events to Downtown Athens, GA
ATHENS, GA – October 30, 2026 — Akins Ford Arena is bringing a dynamic lineup of entertainment to Downtown Athens this November. From hockey and wrestling to tours of the Georgia Music Collections and football watch parties, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Get ready for a month filled with energy, entertainment, and community in the heart of Downtown Athens! Here are some of the events featured in this month’s lineup: Athens Rock Lobsters | Akins Ford Arena | November 6, 7, 20, 21, 25, 2026
A Weekend of Events at Akins Ford Arena and The Classic Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact: Ivy Ramage, Ivy@ClassicCenter.com 706.357.4414 Athens Takes the Stage: A Weekend of Events at Akins Ford Arena and The Classic Center ATHENS, GA – October 20, 2026 — Athens is gearing up for an exciting weekend as The Classic Center and Akins Ford Arena bring a diverse lineup of entertainment to Downtown Athens. From live country music and high-energy hockey matchups to a special cinematic experience accompanied by the Athens Symphony Orchestra,
Hockey Takes Center Stage at Akins Ford Arena This October
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact: Ivy Ramage, Ivy@ClassicCenter.com 706.357.4414 Hockey Takes Center Stage at Akins Ford Arena This October ATHENS, GA – October 7, 2026– Hockey is back in Athens, with a new season, a new professional league, and a major milestone all hitting the ice at Akins Ford Arena in Downtown Athens, GA, this October. The Athens Rock Lobsters will open their third season in Athens with a pre-season matchup at Akins Ford Arena on October 10, against
The Classic Center Theatre Celebrates 30 Years of Broadway with The Music Man
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact: Ivy Ramage, Ivy@ClassicCenter.com 706.357.4414 The Classic Center Theatre Celebrates 30 Years of Broadway this month with The Music Man ATHENS, GA – October 9, 2026 — The Classic Center Theatre is kicking off its 30th year of entertainment in Athens, GA, with Meredith Willson’s The Music Man, on October 20-21 as part ofthe 2026–2027 Broadway Entertainment Series. With two nights to choose from, there’s more opportunity to experience the Broadway
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