Lakeside on Lanier

05/12/2026

The 2026 NCAA Women's Rowing Championships are fast approaching. Check out what to see during the competition on Lake Lanier as well as things to do in the area. www.exploregainesville.org/ncaa-rowing-championships/

04/29/2026

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Lanier is set to host its 28th Annual Duck Derby this Saturday, May 2. The event helps support more than 7,500 children and teens in the community.
https://www.duckrace.com/gainesville

04/18/2026

The 2026 Gainesville Dragon Boat Challenge is scheduled for Saturday, April 25. The competition is perfect for business and corporate teams, church groups, or neighborhood teams. Check out details: www.exploregainesville.org, click on Events.

04/07/2026

Food Truck Fridays return starting April 17 at Lake Lanier Olympic Park. Event is free and runs from 5-9 pm. It include live music, food trucks, beer & wine tents, and retail vendors. https://www.exploregainesville.org/food-truck-friday/

03/02/2026

The fifth annual John Ferriss Regatta on Lake Lanier is set for Saturday, March 21. For registration and more details visit: https://www.exploregainesville.org/event/john-ferriss-regatta/

11/10/2025

A new holiday light show is set to open November 20 in the Lake Lanier area: Atlanta Botanical Gardens - Gainesville. Click for details:
https://atlantabg.org/gainesville-garden

10/01/2025

Dreaming of a new dock? Planning upgrades or repairs? This open house is your chance to see it all in one place — with food, drinks, giveaways, and expert advice. Details: https://info.martindocks.com/open-house

09/30/2025

Backyard and professional BBQ teams compete at this Gainesville themed festival on the shores of Lake Lanier! The October 18th event begins at 11 a.m. Live music, kid's zone, and more. Details: https://www.exploregainesville.org/gainesville-chicken-festival/

09/25/2025

The 51st annual Barefoot Open is set for this weekend. The longest continually running regatta on Lake Lanier features two full days of racing for all fleets. Details: https://www.barefootsailingclub.org/event-details/2025-barefoot-open

09/05/2025

MSI to host open house on Friday, Sept. 12 from 4-7 pm. Details:
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08/28/2025

We’re dishing out upcoming events and specials across Lanier for Labor Day weekend, August 29 - September 1, 2025. Highlights include the water park, fireworks and music at Margaritaville/Lanier Islands; the Splash Pad at Laurel Park; a Labor Day Sail at Windsong Sailing; hikes and crafts at Don Carter State Park, and live music at Fish Tales, Pig Tales, Pelican Pete’s, Skogies and Twisted Oar.
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