Farms & Gardens
Make sure to visit beautiful Gibbs Gardens plus numerous farms, gardens and bountiful markets throughout the county.
Ball Ground
Enjoy this beautiful three-quarter acre garden on the grounds of City Hall featuring labeled sections of flowers, plants, trees and shrubs including a Native Garden, Daylily Walk, Children's Garden, Bog Garden, Japanese Garden and Butterfly Garden that is on the Rosalynn Carter Butterfly Trail. Hundreds of plants bloom from spring until fall including must-see roses, hydrangeas and azaleas.
Ball Ground, GA 30107
Outdoor market open every Saturday 9am – 1pm, June to September. Specializing in small local growers and creators. Check website for additional pop-up events.
250 Civic Drive
Ball Ground, GA 30107
Mid-month pop-up shop event indoor @ Rock Solid Brewery. Mar, April, May from 12-3
345 Gilmer Ferry Road
Ball Ground, GA 30107
There are over 3000 Japanese maples and 200 maple varieties at Gibbs Gardens. These ornamental trees display beautiful color thoughout the Fall. Check website to see color updates.
World class gardens on 356 acres with mature trees and rolling hills. The seamless integration of nature and artistic design provides a breathtaking canvas for three feature gardens including the nation’s largest Japanese Garden, over 20 million daffodils in the spring, and 140 varieties of water lilies from spring to fall. Enjoy concerts, special events, a cafe and gift store in a pristine setting with 24 ponds, 32 bridge crossings, 19 waterfalls, natural springs and artistically designed gardens. Open March-November with the look of the garden changing every two weeks. Rated as one of "The World's 10 Best Places to See Daffodils".
Ball Ground, GA 30107
Live music returns to Gibbs Gardens in May, June, September, and the first two Saturdays in October. Featuring local and regional cover bands from the days of dance clubs, drive-ins, and prom nights.
Ball Ground, GA 30107
Canton
Open air market that features farm fresh produce, baked goods, food specialty items, fresh flowers, and other food related items. Open Saturdays, 9am - 12:30pm, June to October.
Canton, GA 30114
Open year-round, seasonal local produce, hot-boiled peanuts, plant nursery, and 5,000 sq ft antique mall. Open Monday to Saturday, 10am - 6pm; Sunday 11am - 6pm.
Canton, GA 30115
Wedding venue with Summer Dinner nights, fresh produce and summer camp. U-pick blueberries and flowers with a wonderful Pic-nic dinner location.
Canton, GA 30114
State certified farm fresh produce, baked goods and heirloom fruits and vegetables. Open year-round, Monday-Saturday.
Canton, GA 30114
An amazing educational resource for over 20 years, The Art Barn has provided top-notch, hands-on Educational School Field Trips, birthday parties, summer camps, classes/workshops, play dates, and family events. Art, animals, and agriculture with a whole lot of love, laughter, and learning. Contact Farmer Sue for more information.
Canton, GA 30115
Open 9am- 1pm, Tuesdays, March 28 – October 31.
Canton, GA 30114
Holly Springs
Get lost in a corn maze, cheer at the pig races, pick pumpkins, and make s'mores by the bonfire on themed weekends at the pumpkin farm.
Holly Springs, GA 30115
Waleska
The Burgess Arboretum is spread throughout the campus of Reinhardt University with signs that identify more than 1,300 trees and shrubs by both their scientific and common names. An index is available at the Hill Freeman Library and Spruill Learning Center.
Waleska, GA 30183
400-acre farm with cows, chickens, pigs, lambs plus fresh produce market. Cuts available in packages of all sizes.
Waleska, GA 30183
Open 9am – 1pm, Thursdays, May thru September 30th
8891 Fincher road
Waleska, GA 30183
Woodstock
Pick-your-own blueberries, pumpkins and Christmas Trees. Enjoy picnics, hayrides and barnyard experiences. Field trips available in October with reservation. No dogs allowed. Open July through December.
Woodstock, GA 30188
Pumpkin patch, corn maize, hayrides, fall festivals, field trips, and harvest decorations. Open in October.
Woodstock, GA 30188
Open-pollinated heirloom varieties of field corn for custom ground grits and cornmeal. Fresh produce, culinary classes, gardening classes and more.
Woodstock, GA 30189
Perennial live plant nursery with 300 varieties of flowers and plants in addition to jams, jellies and sauces. Peak season is June. Call to schedule appointment.
Woodstock, GA 30188
Open 8:30am – 12pm, Saturdays, April 17th – December 18th.
Woodstock, GA 30188
Cherokee County, GA
Cherokee County
Chamber of Commerce
3605 Marietta Highway
Canton, GA 30114