How to Celebrate New Years Eve in Blue Ridge, GA

Looking for the perfect destination to ring in the New Year? Blue Ridge, Georgia, is the place for you.

Just an hour north of Atlanta, this picturesque mountain town tucked in the North Georgia mountains offers the perfect backdrop to your NYE festivities. Whether you are looking for a cozy night in or an epic New Year’s Eve party, Blue Ridge offers a range of activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Stay at our Blue Sky Cabin rentals and usher in the New Year with us - we can’t wait to host you!
 

2024 New Year’s Eve Events

Blue Ridge Scenic Railway NYE Train

Photo Credit: Lucy Kowalski

• Date: NYE 2024 at 10 pm
• Location: 241 Depot St, Blue Ridge, GA

What could be better than taking a festive train ride through the Blue Ridge mountains to bring in the New Year?

Blue Ridge Scenic Railway’s New Year’s Eve train is an adult-only ride with drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and party favors. The ride begins at 10 pm in Downtown Blue Ridge and ends at 12:30 pm on New Year’s Day. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy a classic Blue Ridge activity with a holiday twist.

Grumpy Old Men Brewing NYE Party

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• Date: NYE 2024
• Location: 1315 E Main St, Blue Ridge, GA

Grumpy Old Men Brewing is a local brewery serving up delicious craft beer to the Blue Ridge community. Their New Year’s Eve celebration is an adult-only event complete with live music, a specialty dinner, and craft beer, of course.

Noon Year Eve’s Party

• Date: NYE 2024 from 11:30 am-12:30 pm
• Location: 400 West Main St., Blue Ridge, GA (Fannin County Public Library)

Looking for a family friendly event? Hosted by the Fannin County Public Library, Noon Year Eve’s Party is a NYE daytime event perfect for people of all ages.

Come play games, make NYE crafts, and enjoy Noon Year Eve’s countdown and balloon drop.

Black Bear Plunge

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• Date: New Year’s Day from 11 AM-2 PM
• Location: 181 Fort Mountain Park Road, Chatsworth, GA

If you’re looking to start the year with a day trip, head to Chatsworth, Georgia, for their annual New Year’s Day Black Bear Plunge event.

Hosted by Friends of Fort Mountain State Park, people come from all over to start their year off with cold plunging in the lake. Registration is required for this event, so grab your ticket if you plan to participate in the Black Bear Plunge.
 

Packing for Your New Year’s Eve Getaway

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The New Year ushers in colder weather in Blue Ridge, Georgia. The high temperatures are typically in the upper 40’s, with lows reaching down to the 20’s. While it might not be a snowy NYE, it sure will be frigid.

With the array of both indoor and outdoor activities waiting for you in Blue Ridge, we want to make sure that you pack for all of the possibilities. We recommend bringing:

• Warm outer jacket
• Beanies, scarves, and gloves
• Winter hiking gear
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Thermal layers
• Festive outfit for your NYE party
• Swimsuit for your cabin’s hot tub
• Comfortably clothes for your nights in

Other NYE-Time Things to Do in Blue Ridge

Enjoy a New Year’s Day Hike

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Blue Ridge, Georgia, is surrounded by countless hiking trails, from the Appalachian Trail to the Aska Trails System and more. There’s no better way to start the New Year than a hike with beautiful scenery.

Some of our favorite family-friendly hikes near Blue Ridge include:

• Long Branch Loop Trail: Easy 2.3-mile roundtrip hike in the Chattahoochee National Forest
• Lake Blue Ridge Loop: Easy .8-mile roundtrip along Lake Blue Ridge

If you’re looking for a longer day hike, we suggest heading to the Benton MacKaye Trail, which offers many trailheads along the Appalachian Trail in North Georgia. Be sure to check weather conditions beforehand, as there is always a chance for snow and ice in January.

Go Wine Tasting at Bear Claw Vineyards

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We can’t think of a better way to warm up than a delicious glass of wine on a winter day! Fortunately, Blue Ridge is surrounded by tons of local wineries offering wine tastings throughout the winter.

One of our favorite local spots is Bear Claw Vineyards. Set in the Blue Ridge mountains, Bear Claw Vineyards offers incredible scenery, a year-round tasting room, and free live entertainment every weekend.

They are both dog and kid-friendly, so bring your whole family and enjoy some good wine.

Stroll Downtown Blue Ridge

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While there are plenty of fun activities to explore around Blue Ridge, there’s nothing better than strolling the charming Downtown Blue Ridge’s main square during the holiday season.

Downtown Blue Ridge is still covered in Christmas decorations during New Year’s Eve, giving it a magical feel as you roam from one shop to the next.

Stop in Mountain Mama’s Coffee Lounge to grab a warm drink before wandering down Main Street. Head to Huck’s General Store and Blue Ridge Cotton Company for unique finds. Finish your stroll with cider at Tipping Point Brewing Company.

Go Fly Fishing

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Did you know that Blue Ridge is known as the trout capital of Georgia? While you may picture fishing as a warm weather activity, the cool weather of wintertime offers perfect conditions for fly fishing in North Georgia.

Lake Blue Ridge, the Toccoa River, and the Chattahoochee River offer some of the best fishing spots in the area. Visitors can book a guided fly fishing trip with Cohutta Fishing Company or head there for any gear you might need for an epic excursion.

Book Your New Year’s Eve in Blue Ridge, Georgia

The town of Blue Ridge, Georgia, goes all out to ring in the New Year. No matter how you prefer to celebrate, there are endless NYE activities to choose from. Hit up Grumpy Old Men Brewing for a festive adult New Year’s Eve party, visit Fannin County Public Library for some NYE family fun, or head to Chatsworth for a challenging New Year’s Day cold plunge.

Whether you prefer hitting the town or staying cozy in your Blue Sky Cabin Rentals, Blue Ridge is the perfect spot to start off your new year. Enjoy what makes Blue Ridge so special during the holiday season; we promise you will have an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration.