Good morning, Athens.

Athens Farmers Market held its annual Valentine’s Day market Saturday, Feb.

14 featuring local vendors and unique finds while Taste Asia Streets hosted an Asian Lunar Festival downtown with over 40 vendors and cultural cuisine.

Tikka Nation Tandoor and Grill opened at 142 W.

Clayton St today, offering Indian dishes + fusion items including Paneer burgers. It operates Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday from noon to 11 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 9 p.m.

Athens police officer Erik Hogan writes a reflective piece on the city's recent swing from freezing snow, school closures, and winter chills to blooming daffodils and milder afternoons that signal the gradual arrival of spring—capturing nature's ongoing cycle and the uncertainty of change.

UGA BCM Dessert Theatre presented a production of 'Little Women' at Morton Theatre in Athens on Saturday, Feb.

14. The show raised funds for BCM's summer mission trips.

UGA New Music Festival took place on Feb.

13 and Feb. 14 in Athens. Hosted by the Hugh Hodgson School of Music, the event featured lectures, concerts, and presentations of new musical works.

Cardiologist Dr. Elizabeth Klodas urges residents to support heart health with manageable food-first choices during Heart Health Month.

Local brand Step One Foods provides a 30-Day Starter Pack (including bars, smoothies and oatmeals) to help adults build consistent, heart-friendly habits.

Today a University of Georgia study revealed that couples who view each other as savers report higher marital and financial well-being — researchers found that perceived saving habits boost relationship satisfaction more than spending practices.

The University of Georgia women’s basketball team upset #5-ranked Vanderbilt 76-74 at Stegeman Coliseum on Sunday, Feb.

15 — a game that thrilled local fans in Athens.

The Frog Hop 5K and Tadpole Fun Run took place at Sandy Creek Nature Center on Sunday, Feb.

15. Runners of all ages completed a one-mile race under rainy conditions as families and friends enjoyed the local event.

Laundry Day Concert

7-10 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Tickets from $44 — Enjoy a lively night with last-minute concert tickets at one of Athens' iconic venues.

Georgia Bulldogs vs. Samford Bulldogs Baseball

2-4 p.m. — Foley Field — Tickets starting at $33 — Cheer on the Bulldogs in an exciting spring baseball matchup.

Fashioning the Classic Bride: A Conversation with Anne Barge Clegg

6-8 p.m. — Richard B. Russell Building Special Collections Libraries — Free entry — Explore bridal fashion insights from renowned designer Anne Barge Clegg during a discussion and exhibition tour.

STOMP - Athens

7-9 p.m. — The Classic Center — Tickets required — Experience explosive rhythms with the unique percussion spectacle that enthralls audiences worldwide.

Spirit Brands North American Open 2026

8:00 AM - 7:59 AM — 300 N Thomas St, Athens, GA — Fee required — Cheer on all-star teams as they compete at this exciting multi-day cheerleading event.

K-Pop Golden Show

6:00-9:30 p.m. — Morton Theatre — Adults $30, Children $20 — Enjoy an entertaining blend of music, dance, and comedy for the whole family based on the movie K-Pop Demon Hunters.

Cracker Concert Series

Doors open at 7:00 PM — 40 Watt Club — $30+ — Experience three nights of diverse performances including a special songwriter circle and a full album play.

Beggar Weeds & Frankenfinger Performance

9:30 p.m. — Nowhere Bar — Entry Info N/A — Enjoy energetic punk country-blues and post-punk sounds from two vibrant Floridian bands.