Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Be looking for the Yellow banner.
From Murphy, NC and points West: Drive east on US Hwy. 74, watch for mile marker 24. 3/10 mile past mile marker 24 turn RIGHT onto Happy Valley Road.
From Asheville/Bryson City/Andrews, NC and points East: Drive west on US Hwys. 19/74, watch for mile marker 25. 7/10 miles past mile marker 25 turn LEFT onto Happy Valley Rd.
I-75 Southbound from Points North of Cleveland, TN: Exit #25 (Route 60 East): Exit Rte. 60 at Hwy. 64/74 East. Continue into NC and follow directions above continuing on Hwy. 74 just past mile marker 24.
First Friday of each month, from May through December, 5:00pm-8:00pm.Rain or Shine!
There will be music throughout downtown, arts and crafts on the sidewalks, performances, art demonstrations, and interactive experiences for the children. Downtown merchants will be open late, until 8PM, on Art Walk evenings. Come downtown to shop, experience the arts, listen and dance to the music, dine in the local restaurants and cafes, and explore shops, galleries and boutiques.
Sponsored by the Valley River Arts Guild at the Murphy Art Center, the Murphy Art Walk spotlights local artists of every medium. Music featured and sometimes a historical/paranormal ghost walk.
NO ADMISSION FEE!
Experience the 76th Annual Georgia Mountain Fair in Hiawassee, Georgia!
Featuring:
The Carnival opens a day early on Thursday, August 13th and is open daily through Saturday, August 22nd.
The Fairgrounds, Entertainment, and Anderson Music Hall are open for the first weekend on Friday, Saturday and Sunday: August 14, 15 & 16 and for the second weekend on Thursday, Friday & Saturday: August 20, 21, 22.
Time frame varies by date:
Note: No Pets Allowed inside the Fairgrounds Gates
Oktoberfest 2024 Join the fun at the 54th Annual Helen Oktoberfest! The OFFICIAL Helen Oktoberfest celebration at the Helen Festhalle is already scheduled for 2026! The Helen Oktoberfest is the longest running Oktoberfest in the United States, scheduled from September 10, 2026 through November 1, 2026. Located just 1 hour and 10 minutes from the KOA Murphy/Peace Valley Campground! Location Helen Festhalle Sept 5 – 8, 2024 (Thursday – Sunday) Monday through Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Admission (Subject to change) Adults Kids Please Note
1074 Edelweiss Strasse
Helen, GA 30545
Dates
Sept 12 – 15, 2024 (Thursday – Sunday)
Sept 19 – 22, 2024 (Thursday – Sunday)
Sept 26 – Oct 27, 2024 (nightly)
Hours
6:00 PM – 10:30 PM
6:00 PM – Midnight
1:00 PM – Midnight
1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
ID's WILL BE CHECKED AT THE DOOR (ALL AGES)
Monday – Thursday: $10.00
Friday/Saturday: $12.00
Friday/Saturday pass: $20.00
Sunday: FREE!
Active & Retired Military: FREE with a military ID!
Under 6: FREE
Age 6 –12: HALF PRICE
Check-in at Downtown Stage in Downtown Murphy (corner of Peachtree St and Valley River Ave)No admission charge!
Not only will the downtown businesses be handing out candy, BUT other businesses and individuals from all over the area will be joining us on the Downtown Square to hand out MORE CANDY THAN EVER!! There is no admission charge and lots of good, small-town FUN! We are inviting businesses and organizations that are not located in Downtown Murphy to join in on the fun of passing out candy. As we get closer to the event, a registration form will be posted at this location. If you have any questions, please contact Laura Lachance at [email protected]. Please don't just show up! A spot will be assigned to you as we get closer to the event. Be prepared to pass out LOTS OF CANDY!
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