Georgia Honey & Heritage Day

Honey Festival · July 17, 2027 · Athens, Georgia

Annual summer gathering celebrating Georgia's extraordinary range of varietal honeys at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia. Sample gallberry, tulip poplar, sourwood, and tupelo honey from beekeepers across the state. The University of Georgia Honey Bee Program hosts educational sessions on colony health, local forage plants, and sustainable beekeeping. Cooking demonstrations feature Georgia honey in traditional Southern recipes.

Event Details

Type: Honey Festival
Date: July 17, 2027
Location: 2450 S Milledge Ave, Athens, Georgia

Official website: Georgia Honey & Heritage Day

What to Expect

Honey festivals feature tastings, vendor booths, educational talks, and family-friendly activities celebrating local honey production and beekeeping traditions.

Plan Your Visit

Discover 210+ honey varieties before attending, or learn how to read honey labels to make informed purchases. Explore our Georgia Honey Sourcing Guide for local variety recommendations.

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