Hiawassee Downtown Development Authority

Hiawassee Downtown Development Authority The DDA works to keep downtown vibrant and attractive while helping its existing and new businesses.

The Downtown Development Authority of Hiawassee, GA is composed of seven (7) members appointed by the Mayor and approved by the City Council and recognized by the State of Georgia as a public corporation with a specified set of powers and a specific purpose and mission to:

• Revitalize and redevelop the commercial corridor of the city, particularly the Hiawassee Enterprise Zone Area.

• Develop a

nd promote for the public good and general welfare, trade, commerce, industry, and employment opportunities.

• Finance projects within the city limits that will develop and promote the public good and general welfare.

• Issue bonds to finance projects.

One week away! ➡️ The Old Rock Jail is celebrating its grand reopening and 90th anniversary on Saturday, June 6! Join t...
05/30/2026

One week away! ➡️ The Old Rock Jail is celebrating its grand reopening and 90th anniversary on Saturday, June 6! Join the Towns County Historical Society in stepping back in time and celebrating a place that has been part of our community for generations.

📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 Towns County Old Rock Jail & Museum
91 S. Berrong St., Hiawassee

Curious about the season schedule for Hiawassee's Enchanted Music on the Square? ✨ Here it is! 🎶 Join us every Saturday ...
05/28/2026

Curious about the season schedule for Hiawassee's Enchanted Music on the Square? ✨ Here it is! 🎶 Join us every Saturday at 6:30pm for free live music at the Hiawassee Town Square!

We are 10 days away from the start of the First Friday Night Market season in downtown Hiawassee, Georgia!🌠Artisans; Liv...
05/27/2026

We are 10 days away from the start of the First Friday Night Market season in downtown Hiawassee, Georgia!

🌠Artisans; Live music; and Food trucks!
⛱️Pirates, Beach and Buffett theme night!
⏰ 5:00-9:00pm
📍Hiawassee Town Square Park

Be sure to stop by the DDA table for the FREE giveaway prize basket which incudes summer fun items & tickets to the July 18th FUN-draiser concert featuring A1A Official Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band 🦜

Thank you to our generous 2026 sponsors: United Community Bank; Century 21 Black Bear Realty; City of Hiawassee; and Barrett & Associates Insurance!

✨ Enchanted Music on the Square continues Saturday! ✨🎶 Saturday, May 30 - The Collins Family🎸 Free concert (donations ap...
05/27/2026

✨ Enchanted Music on the Square continues Saturday! ✨

🎶 Saturday, May 30 - The Collins Family
🎸 Free concert (donations appreciated)
🎤 6:30 to 8:00 PM
📍 19 S Main Street - Hiawassee Town Square

The Collins Family is a very musical family, playing at local venues and churches and competing in bluegrass competitions. Easton is the lead singer and can play any stringed instrument he picks up. Carson sings lead and harmony, plays the mandolin, guitar and a little on piano. Tennon sings and plays guitar and piano. Finley sings and plays the fiddle. The mom, Shawna sings harmony. The dad, Ben can play any stringed instrument but mostly guitar, mandolin and bass.

🎉 Great family Fun! Bring A Blanket or Chair.
🐶 Well behaved pets are welcome (with cleanup)!
🌭 Come early (6pm) to enjoy the best grilled hot dogs and more from our VFW Auxiliary Food truck.

Thank you for your support each week! And thank you to our sponsors: Susan De Vries State Farm, McKinney Heating and Air, ServiceMaster Restore, WJUL 97.7 FM, Banister Cooper Funeral Home, Monte Alban Mexican Grill, Rotary Club of Lake Chatuge, and Big Bear Wine & Spirits.

You all help us continue this entertainment into our 27th year! 🌟🌟

🌧️ In the event of rain at concert time, this concert will be cancelled. Check the Hiawassee Downtown Development Authority page for weather updates.

Mark your calendars and get your aloha shirts ready! 🍹🌴 Join us on July 18 to rock out for a great cause - the Paris Bus...
05/24/2026

Mark your calendars and get your aloha shirts ready! 🍹🌴 Join us on July 18 to rock out for a great cause - the Paris Business Center!

We're excited to host this annual summer FUN-draiser featuring A1A Official Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band 🦜

🌺 VIP tables are almost sold out! Get your tickets at georgiamountainfairground.thundertix.com/events/256840

🌊 Invite your friends to join the event: A1A - The Official & Original Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show!

✨ Enchanted Music on the Square starts tomorrow! ✨ -- This concert is ON! The weather is clearing up today! --🎶 Saturday...
05/22/2026

✨ Enchanted Music on the Square starts tomorrow! ✨

-- This concert is ON! The weather is clearing up today! --

🎶 Saturday, May 23 - Two Weeks Notice
🎸 Free concert (donations appreciated)
🎤 6:30 to 8:00 PM
📍 19 S Main Street - Hiawassee Town Square

Two Weeks Notice is a six piece band of seasoned musicians based in the North Georgia/Hayesville, NC area. They perform classic rock and country songs primarily from the 70’s & 80’s featuring three part harmonies. Their variety of covers range from the Doobie Brothers to Brooks & Dunn and from The Beatles to Linda Ronstadt to Bonnie Raitt. They offer something for everyone, and the concert will bring back fond memories of familiar tunes.

🎉 Great family Fun! Bring A Blanket or Chair.
🐶 Well behaved pets are welcome (with cleanup)!
🌭 Come early (6pm) to enjoy the best grilled hot dogs and more from our VFW Auxiliary Food truck.

Thank you for your support each week! And thank you to our sponsors: Susan De Vries State Farm, McKinney Heating and Air, ServiceMaster Restore, WJUL 97.7 FM, Banister Cooper Funeral Home, Monte Alban Mexican Grill, Rotary Club of Lake Chatuge, and Big Bear Wine & Spirits.

You all help us continue this entertainment into our 27th year! 🌟🌟

🌧️ In the event of rain at concert time, this concert will be cancelled. Check the Hiawassee Downtown Development Authority page for weather updates.

Save the date! 📆 The Old Rock Jail is celebrating its grand reopening and 90th anniversary on Saturday, June 6! Join the...
05/15/2026

Save the date! 📆 The Old Rock Jail is celebrating its grand reopening and 90th anniversary on Saturday, June 6! Join the Towns County Historical Society in stepping back in time and celebrating a place that has been part of our community for generations.

📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 Towns County Old Rock Jail & Museum
91 S. Berrong St., Hiawassee

We're incredibly proud to share that Paris Business Center won Rookie Business of the Year from the Clay County Chamber ...
05/14/2026

We're incredibly proud to share that Paris Business Center won Rookie Business of the Year from the Clay County Chamber of Commerce! 🏆 It's amazing to see the positive impact that the business center has had in the short year it's been open, and the momentum that is building for the future.⭐

Thanks Clay County NC Chamber of Commerce for recognizing the PBC! And thank you Jinelle Wagner, PBC Program Coordinator, for all the work you do and for accepting the award!

Get excited! We are less than one month away from the start of the 2026 First Friday Night Market season! Excited to be ...
05/08/2026

Get excited!
We are less than one month away from the start of the 2026 First Friday Night Market season! Excited to be partnering with Summer Heat of Towns County for their Annual Family Fun Day.
Come out and support our local first responders as we kick-off the 2026 First Friday Night Market season!

🌙 Hiawassee Night Market
📅 First Fridays, June - November, 5-9 PM
🎉 Artisan Market, Food Trucks, Live Music
📍 Hiawassee Town Square

Thank you to our generous sponsors:
United Community Bank; Century21-Black Bear Realty; Barrett & Associates Insurance; and City of Hiawassee!

**Requests for vendors will only come from this Hiawassee DDA account. Disregard any individuals posting about available vendor spots.

Summer is just around the corner and the Hiawassee Night Market kicks off on June 5! We're accepting applications for ar...
05/07/2026

Summer is just around the corner and the Hiawassee Night Market kicks off on June 5! We're accepting applications for artisan vendors to join our vibrant monthly market ✨ reach out via email for more information!

🌙 Hiawassee Night Market
📅 First Fridays, June - November, 5-9 PM
🎉 Artisan Market, Food Trucks, Live Music
📍 Hiawassee Town Square

**Requests for vendors will only come from this Hiawassee DDA account. Disregard any individuals posting about available vendor spots.

Address

50 River Street
Hiawassee, GA
30546

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+17068962202

Website

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