River South is a music and art festival born in Downtown Bainbridge, Georgia. The 2024 River South festival features a variety of musical artists and will be headlined by Christian Hayes! Activities throughout the day consisting of yoga, shopping, dining, visual art demonstration, and vendors. Activities throughout the day include: Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest (9:30 AM-2:00 PM): Watch as the streets transform into canvases for chalk artists of all skill levels, creating colorful works of art. Participants can compete for fun prizes while the crowd enjoys the display. Tap Dancing by YMCA (9:30 AM): Don't miss a special performance of lively tap dancing brought to you by the talented performers from the YMCA. Their energetic routine will add rhythm and excitement to the day?s festivities. Yoga at Willis Park (10:30 AM): Start your day in a peaceful way with a refreshing morning yoga session, setting the perfect tone for a full day of festivities. Food Vendors & Crafts (Noon Onward): A diverse selection of food vendors will be on-site offering delicious bites. Craft stalls featuring handmade goods will showcase the talents of local artisans. Live Music Throughout the Day: From acoustic melodies to rock performances, music lovers will be treated to an array of live performances all day. Headline Bands (5 PM Onward): The festival will culminate with three incredible headliners: The Page Brothers Band Red Hoss Suckas Christian Haynes Live Music at Southern Philosophy (8:00 PM): End the night with more great music over at Southern Philosophy! ... read more

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Join us for this month's Chamber Connect Membership Luncheon, proudly sponsored by ABAC! Enjoy a delicious lunch while networking with fellow members and engaging in insightful discussions. Registration opens on Thursday, October 24th. ... read more

Join the Mardi Gras Society of Bainbridge on Saturday, November 9 for Rouxlin on the River at the Earle May Boat Bain in Bainbridge Georgia for a Gumbo and Brunswick Stew Competition. Come for the Gumbo and Brunswick Stew tasting, and stay to see the Rouxlin Classic Car Show, throw a few axes at the ax throwing trailer, enter or watch the Rouxlin Cornhole Competiton, let the kids play on the bounce houses and obstacle course all while listening to live music under the Big Oak from Baby Gray. The Old Post Office will be on-site providing our local watering hole for the day and there is a VIP section with limited tickets available. Compete for the $500 1st Place prize by signing up a four-person cooking competition team! Find all event details, competition rules, sign-up links, and VIP ticket purchase at mgsswg.com VIP Ticket Includes: Covered area with tables and chairs, $10 in Gumbo and Brunswick Stew tickets, two drink tickets for the Old Post Office, regular drinks and dessert and area is close to live music by Baby Gray and the Old Post Office on site location. ONLY 50 VIP TICKETS WILL BE SOLD! If you don't purchase a VIP Ticket make sure to bring your own bag chair! ... read more

The Bainbridge-Decatur County Chamber of Commerce Agriculture Committee is pleased to announce that the 23rd Annual Ag Appreciation Luncheon is scheduled for Thursday, November 14, 2024! This annual event is an opportunity for the Chamber to partner with local businesses in recognizing and thanking our agricultural community for all their contributions in growing Bainbridge and Decatur County?s largest industry. Recipients of the Ag Man and Ag Woman of the Year will be recognized during the luncheon. A seafood buffet will be served beginning at 11:30 a.m. The program will include a keynote speaker as well as door prizes. As a result of the generous sponsorship contributions each year from businesses like yours, this lunch and program are free of charge to those that provide our food and fiber. We ask that your business would consider sponsoring the annual Ag Luncheon through one of our three sponsorships. Presenting Sponsor- $1000 Investment Each presenting sponsor will receive: (10) complimentary luncheon tickets Logo on ALL printed and digital event materials Customized Sign Logo Presented on Main Podium Banner Recognition from the podium Opportunity to share marketing/promotional materials in a designated area at the event. Legacy Sponsor- $500 Investment Each legacy sponsor will receive: (8) complimentary luncheon tickets Sponsor name listed on: Printed Event Invitation Printed Event Program Sponsor Board at Event Sponsor sign at event Traditional Sponsor- $350 Investment Each traditional sponsor will receive: (5) complimentary luncheon tickets Sponsor name listed on: Printed Event Invitation Printed Event Program Sponsor Board at the Event Sponsor sign at event ... read more

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Dashing through the glow, along the river of lights we go. Oh, what fun it is to run and raise a lot of dough! Come support the Bainbridge Service Club's annual fundraiser and get in the Holiday Spirit. This is a family fun event. We will have a 5k and Fun Walk through SWGA Tinsel Trail and Lights Along the River. All proceeds will go to charities right here in Decatur County. We are encouraging participants to wear glow in the dark attire, adorned with lights Food Trucks: 5-8PM Registration: 5PM Race Start Time: 6PM Awards Presentation: 7:15 ... read more