Located just 35 mile west of downtown Atlanta, Villa Rica is conveniently located just off Interstate 20.
Villa Rica can boast the first Gold Strike in Georgia as well as being home to Coca-Cola legend Asa Candler and Gospel Music founder Thomas A. Dorsey. Experience the feel of an old mercantile or stroll along our raised sidewalks, dotted with Crepe Myrtle’s, and choose from a variety of shops and restaurants. Enjoy our Historic Downtown with its authentic architecture and be sure to stop by and view the architecture of Wick’s Tavern the oldest commercial structure in West Georgia. No matter what you’re looking for, you can still discover gold in Villa Rica, Georgia!
Downtown Events:
Summer Concert Series Downtown
Gold Rush Festival Downtown
Downtown Trick or Treat
Christmas Tree Lighting Downtown
Thomas A. Dorsey Music Festival Downtown
Gold City Cruisers Car Show at Centerfield
Highway 78 City Wide Yard Sale
4th of July Fireworks and Celebration
Spring Fest at Gold Dust Park
Home of Georgia's First Gold Rush
Birthplace of Thomas A. Dorsey, Father of Gospel Music
Home of Wick’s Tavern, the oldest commercial structure in West Georgia
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Villa Rica Library
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Parks & Recreation
Meetings
Mar 17th, 2012 (Sat)
3:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Golden City Cruisers Car Club
Car enthusiasts come from near and far to enjoy an afternoon filled with classic cars and street rods, tasty food and music every third Saturday @ THE MILL
Apr 21st, 2012 (Sat)
3:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Golden City Cruisers Car Club
Car enthusiasts come from near and far to enjoy an afternoon filled with classic cars and street rods, tasty food and music every third Saturday @ THE MILL
Apr 28th, 2012 (Sat)
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Annual Highway 78 Yard Sale
City Wide Antiques, unique finds and a great treasure adventure! More information 678-840-1160 or www.villarica-mainstreet.com
Apr 28th, 2012 (Sat) -- Apr 29th, 2012 (Sun)
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
22nd Annual Springfest
Gold Dust Park Arts, Crafts, Food, Entertainment, Games and more! Great fun for the entire family! More information 770-459-7011 or www.villaricaparks.com
May 12th, 2012 (Sat)
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
THE MILL's 2 Yr Anniversary
Come Celebrate with Us! The amphitheater’s second anniversary will be a GIANT birthday party complete with live music and fun for the entire family. What’s a birthday party without a sweet baked treat? Bakers will compete for 1st Place at this event. You be the judge! Cast your $1 vote for your favorite cupcake based on appearance. Also, a panel of judges will judge each cake based on taste. Once prize ribbons are awarded, all bakers will personally serve their beautiful and delicious cupcakes to those who voted. Together we can make this event a gathering the community won’t soon forget. Hold on to your ticket! When you vote, you will receive a ticket. Don’t lose it! After the “bake-off” winners are announced, you will use it to get your piece of cake. Plus, the ticket automatically enters you in a drawing for a cash prize. You must be present to win. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, or table seating may be purchased at a cost of $5 per chair with a maximum of six chairs per table. Email Kimberly Stovall for reserved seating at kstovall@villarica.org.
Admission: **FREE**
May 18th, 2012 (Fri)
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Alive After 5
Downtown Villa Rica is special in so many ways, and with the city’s new “Alive After 5” promotion, it’s going to give residents and tourists yet another reason to spend time downtown. Join your family, friends and neighbors in the heart of our city, and enjoy music, a picnic at the amphitheater, later hours by retailers, sidewalk shopping, Community Theater, store drawings, face painting, balloons, and more. Whether you’re touring or live in Villa Rica, come enjoy the charm of our special town. The Historic District is what makes us unique, and we hope to show that to you. We look forward to having you join us.
May 19th, 2012 (Sat)
3:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Golden City Cruisers Car Club
Car enthusiasts come from near and far to enjoy an afternoon filled with classic cars and street rods, tasty food and music every third Saturday @ THE MILL
Jun 2nd, 2012 (Sat)
8:00 PM
Summer Concert Series
Featuring the "Infinity Show Band" Join us @ THE MILL amphitheater as regional and national bands perform on the Thomas A. Dorsey Stage. As always, you are encouraged to come early and spend time in Downtown Villa Rica, browse our shops and have lunch or dinner at our quaint eateries. The music begins at 8pm, so bring your lawn chairs and blankets and relax to great tunes. These concerts are absolutely free. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, or table seating may be purchased at a cost of $5 per chair with a maximum of six chairs per table. Email Kimberly Stovall for reserved seating at kstovall@villarica.org.
Jun 15th, 2012 (Fri)
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Alive After 5
Downtown Villa Rica is special in so many ways, and with the city’s new “Alive After 5” promotion, it’s going to give residents and tourists yet another reason to spend time downtown. Join your family, friends and neighbors in the heart of our city, and enjoy music, a picnic at the amphitheater, later hours by retailers, sidewalk shopping, Community Theater, store drawings, face painting, balloons, and more. Whether you’re touring or live in Villa Rica, come enjoy the charm of our special town. The Historic District is what makes us unique, and we hope to show that to you. We look forward to having you join us.
Jun 16th, 2012 (Sat)
3:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Golden City Cruisers Car Club
Car enthusiasts come from near and far to enjoy an afternoon filled with classic cars and street rods, tasty food and music every third Saturday @ THE MILL
Jun 23rd, 2012 (Sat)
9:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Beach Blanket Theater
June 23 - Movie night @ THE MILL is so much fun for the kids! There are numerous activities from which to choose – karaoke, games, face painting and glitter tattoos to name a few. Hot? Cool off at the misting tent while movie-goers wait for the sun to go down. Email Kimberly Stovall for reserved seating at kstovall@villarica.org.
Jun 30th, 2012 (Sat)
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Beach Blanket Theater
Movie night @ The MILL…always family friendly and plus games, karaoke and more. Hot? Cool off at the misting tents while waiting for the sun to go down. More information 678-840-1160 or www.villarica-mainstreet.com
Jul 3rd, 2012 (Tue)
6:00 PM
7th Annual Fireworks Display
6:00pm until Fireworks end! Villa Rica Civic Center & Sports Complex Music, inflatables slides, hot air balloon tethered rides, food and more! Oh and the FIREWORKS! Bring your chairs and blankets and enjoy an evening of great family fun! More information 770-459-7011 or www.villaricaparks.com
Jul 14th, 2012 (Sat)
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Summer Concert Series
Bartlee Norton & 64 Highway
Join us @ THE MILL amphitheater as regional and national bands perform on the Thomas A. Dorsey Stage. As always, you are encouraged to come early and spend time in Downtown Villa Rica, browse our shops and have lunch or dinner at our quaint eateries. The music begins at 8pm, so bring your lawn chairs and blankets and relax to great tunes. These concerts are absolutely free. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, or table seating may be purchased at a cost of $5 per chair with a maximum of six chairs per table. Email Kimberly Stovall for reserved seating at kstovall@villarica.org.
Admission: **FREE**
Jul 21st, 2012 (Sat)
3:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Golden City Cruisers Car Club
Car enthusiasts come from near and far to enjoy an afternoon filled with classic cars and street rods, tasty food and music every third Saturday @ THE MILL
Jul 21st, 2012 (Sat)
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Comedy Night @ The MILL
“Laugh It Up” as you’re entertained by professional standup comedians at THE MILL’s first ever Comedy Night. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, or table seating may be purchased at a cost of $5 per chair with a maximum of six chairs per table. Email Kimberly Stovall for reserved seating at kstovall@villarica.org
Admission: **FREE**
Aug 4th, 2012 (Sat)
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Summer Concert Series
Join us @ THE MILL amphitheater as regional and national bands perform on the Thomas A. Dorsey Stage. As always, you are encouraged to come early and spend time in Downtown Villa Rica, browse our shops and have lunch or dinner at our quaint eateries. The music begins at 8pm, so bring your lawn chairs and blankets and relax to great tunes. These concerts are absolutely free. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, or table seating may be purchased at a cost of $5 per chair with a maximum of six chairs per table. Email Kimberly Stovall for reserved seating at kstovall@villarica.org.
Admission: **FREE**
Aug 18th, 2012 (Sat)
3:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Golden City Cruisers Car Club
Car enthusiasts come from near and far to enjoy an afternoon filled with classic cars and street rods, tasty food and music every third Saturday @ THE MILL
Aug 25th, 2012 (Sat)
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Beach Blanket Theater
Aug25 - Enjoy “Dinner and a Movie” in Downtown Villa Rica. Eat at one of our many family owned restaurants then come on over to THE MILL for a great classic movie (TBD). Or reserve table seating at a cost of $5 per chair and bring your meal to the amphitheater. Email Kimberly Stovall for reserved seating at kstovall@villarica.org.
Sep 8th, 2012 (Sat)
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Annual Gold Rush Festival
Start the day with a 5K road race, parade, then arts & crafts, music, food, games and more. As evening comes get ready for the “Battle of the Bands” @ The MILL….an entire day of fun for the entire family! More information 678-840-1160 or www.villarica-mainstreet.com
Sep 15th, 2012 (Sat)
3:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Golden City Cruisers Car Club
Car enthusiasts come from near and far to enjoy an afternoon filled with classic cars and street rods, tasty food and music every third Saturday @ THE MILL
Oct 6th, 2012 (Sat)
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Art Walk @ THE MILL
We would like to invite you to attend this major fall community event taking place in our historic downtown. Help us celebrate and showcase our city and vibrant West Georgia arts community. The Art Walk @ THE MILL will feature a dozen or more local and regional artists displaying and offering their art for sale. These artists represent a wide variety of styles and mediums. The Art Walk will begin at 2pm on Saturday, September 29, in the heart of Villa Rica, Georgia. Visit artists’ booths filled with fascinating and diverse art and get a taste of what Villa Rica has to offer. There is something of interest for every age group, so bring the family for an artful experience. While you’re here, be sure to visit our shops and quaint eateries on Montgomery and Main Streets and throughout downtown. The fall air will be filled with music, laughter and the smell of festival foods. Beginning at 6pm, enjoy a fascinating play (TBD) performed by the West Georgia Actors’ Guild. Table seating may be purchased at a cost of $5 per chair with a maximum of six chairs per table. Email Kimberly Stovall for reserved seating at kstovall@villarica.org.
Oct 20th, 2012 (Sat)
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Golden City Cruisers Car Club
Car enthusiasts come from near and far to enjoy an afternoon filled with classic cars and street rods, tasty food and music every third Saturday @ THE MILL
Oct 27th, 2012 (Sat)
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Downtown Trick-or-Treat
Come and be a part of this fall festival where children enjoy the best of both worlds in a safe environment @ THE MILL and throughout downtown. Downtown business owners hand out candy at their shops, and you can play and go trick-or-treating @ THE MILL amphitheater. Participate in a parade of costumes and our costume contests, play games for candy, get your face painted or a new hair-do at our “Crazy” hair booths. The West Georgia Actors’ Guild will perform “Legends of Sleepy Hollow” at 6pm following “Downtown Trick-or-Treat”. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, or table seating may be purchased at a cost of $5 per chair with a maximum of six chairs per table. Email Kimberly Stovall for reserved seating at kstovall@villarica.org.
Nov 3rd, 2012 (Sat)
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Pet Parade and Games @ The MILL
Pet owners will converge at the Mill in historic downtown Villa Rica at 10:00am to proudly strut their pets in the Pet Parade and Games being hosted by the Villa Rica Golden City Lions. Pet owners are encouraged to dress their pets in costumes for the parade around downtown. In addition to a costume contest and pet/owner look-alike contest, dogs can compete in games, such as “fastest sit,” “best trick,” and “musical sit” (on carpet squares instead of chairs!). On site registration available for pet at just $5 per pet! Proceeds from the event will benefit the Lions Lighthouse White Cane campaign and other vision services. Registration and more information coming soon @ www.villaricatourism.com
Dec 1st, 2012 (Sat)
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Christmas Tree Lighting and Arrival of Santa
Meet @ The Mill to welcome Santa and the Christmas season. Music, food, dancing and so much more…enjoy hot chocolate and treats as you wait for the Lighting of the Great Tree! Don’t forget your Toys for Tots which will be distributed to the Children of West Georgia (Toys for Tots also accepts monetary donations). More information 678-840-1160 or www.villarica-mainstreet.com
Dec 31st, 2012 (Mon)
9:00 PM - 12:30 AM
2nd Annual Gold Nugget Drop
Bundle up and come to The MILL to welcome in 2013. Enjoy time with family, friends and neighbors in a safe environment and family atmosphere. Music, food, and fun! More information 678-840-1160 or www.villarica-mainstreet.com