CORNELIA, Ga. — Downtown Cornelia will transform into a hub of activity this Saturday, September 20, as the city hosts the 37th annual Big Red Apple Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The beloved event draws thousands each year for a day filled with food, music, crafts, and family fun.
This year’s festival will showcase dozens of craft vendors and food stands, along with attractions for all ages. Visitors can enjoy inflatables, axe throwing, cornhole, a trackless train, a 360-degree photo booth, and a petting zoo. Organizers encourage families—and even their pets—to join in celebrating the arrival of the fall season.
Road closures and parking
To make room for the festival, multiple downtown streets and parking lots will close beginning Friday, September 19, at 4 p.m.:
- Clarkesville Street – closes Friday at 4 p.m.
- Irvin Street – closes Saturday at 1 a.m.
- Hodges Street – closes Saturday at 1 a.m.
- Appletree Alley parking lot – closes Saturday at 1 a.m.
- Depot parking lot – closes Saturday at 1 a.m.
- Larkin Street – closes Saturday at 1 a.m.
- Front Street – closes Saturday at 1 a.m.
Festival organizers warn that any vehicles left in these areas after closing will be towed.
