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Villa Rica Tourism

Welcome To Georgia’s Forgotten Gold Rush City!

Villa Rica Tourism Bureau
571 W. Bankhead Highway
Villa Rica, GA 30180
Phone: 678-785-1014
http://www.villaricatourism.com/

Located just 35 mile west of downtown Atlanta, Villa Rica is conveniently located just off Interstate 20.

Villa Rica can boast the first Gold Strike in Georgia as well as being home to Coca-Cola legend Asa Candler and Gospel Music founder Thomas A. Dorsey. Experience the feel of an old mercantile or stroll along our raised sidewalks, dotted with Crepe Myrtle’s, and choose from a variety of shops and restaurants. Enjoy our Historic Downtown with its authentic architecture and be sure to stop by and view the architecture of Wick’s Tavern the oldest commercial structure in West Georgia. No matter what you’re looking for, you can still discover gold in Villa Rica, Georgia!

Downtown Events:

  • Summer Concert Series Downtown
  • Gold Rush Festival Downtown
  • Downtown Trick or Treat
  • Christmas Tree Lighting Downtown
  • Thomas A. Dorsey Music Festival Downtown
  • Gold City Cruisers Car Show at Centerfield
  • Highway 78 City Wide Yard Sale
  • 4th of July Fireworks and Celebration
  • Spring Fest at Gold Dust Park

Home of Georgia's First Gold Rush

Birthplace of Thomas A. Dorsey, Father of Gospel Music

Home of Wick’s Tavern, the oldest commercial structure in West Georgia

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 Villa Rica Event 
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 Parks & Recreation 

Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat)
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
  Gold Rush Festival

In Historic Downtown Villa Rica
Parade, 5k Road Race, Arts & Crafts and Battle of the Bands Concert
Parade - Jerry Doyal 770-459-3822
5k Road Race - Rusty Dean 770-459-6778
Vendors - Cindy Britt 770-456-4224 or goldrushgal77@yahoo.com
Concert/Talent - Kimberly Stovall 678-840-1160 or kstovall@villarica.org
Participant Application & Rules

Battle of The Bands 5:00pm – 10:00pm
Battle of The Bands Registration & Rules Form

Toys for Tots

**Aubrey Gilbert Marine Corps. League Detachment supported Toys for Tots program of West Georgia will be present at this event to raise awareness and accept toys and/or monetary donations to help the kids of West Georgia this year for Christmas.**

Sep 18th, 2010 (Sat)
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  Golden City Cruisers Car Club - CRUISE-IN

Location: The Mill amphitheater @ 106 Temple Street 7 Sharp (
Join the Golden City Cruisers Car Club for a fall cruise-in where more than 100 classic cars and street rods will be on display. The Villa Rica Development Authority presents live entertainment by 7 Sharp 9 from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Visit www.sevensharpnine.com to learn more about this band.

Toys for Tots

**Aubrey Gilbert Marine Corps. League Detachment supported Toys for Tots program of West Georgia will be present at this event to raise awareness and accept toys and/or monetary donations to help the kids of West Georgia this year for Christmas.**

Oct 9th, 2010 (Sat)
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  A Taste of Villa Rica at "The Mill" amphitheater (106 Temple Street)

Area restaurants will bring their signature foods to this event for sampling.
Live music begins at 4:00pm.

Information: 770-875-3104
Email: rhondacase0421@yahoo.com

Toys for Tots

**Aubrey Gilbert Marine Corps. League Detachment supported Toys for Tots program of West Georgia will be present at this event to raise awareness and accept toys and/or monetary donations to help the kids of West Georgia this year for Christmas.**

Oct 16th, 2010 (Sat)
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  Golden City Cruisers Car Club - HALLOWEEN 50'S FEST

Location: The Mill amphitheater @ 106 Temple Street

Join the Golden City Cruisers Car Club for a fall cruise-in where more than 150 classic cars and street rods will be on display. Dress in your Halloween costume and dance to great, live 50's music. This is the Golden City Cruisers' 2010 GRAND FINALE. Cars will be judged and trophies awarded. Ernie Baker & the Thunder Thieves will perform on the Thomas Dorsey Stage from 12 noon - 3pm.

Rain Date - 10/23/10

Toys for Tots

**Aubrey Gilbert Marine Corps. League Detachment supported Toys for Tots program of West Georgia will be present at this event to raise awareness and accept toys and/or monetary donations to help the kids of West Georgia this year for Christmas.**

Oct 30th, 2010 (Sat)
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  Downtown Trick or Treat

In Historic Downtown Villa Rica
Information: 678-840-1160
Email: kstovall@villarica.org

Toys for Tots

**Aubrey Gilbert Marine Corps. League Detachment supported Toys for Tots program of West Georgia will be present at this event to raise awareness and accept toys and/or monetary donations to help the kids of West Georgia this year for Christmas.**

Nov 6th, 2010 (Sat)
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  Pet Parade

In Historic Downtown Villa Rica
Parade, Games, Awards and more!
Information: 678-840-1160
Email: kstovall@villarica.org

The Pet Parade starts at The Mill (106 Temple Street). Enjoy games and contests for pets (i.e., best costume, fastest sit, cutest pet, ugliest pet, best trick, musical sit and owner/pet look-a-like) at the 3rd annual Pet Parade.

Toys for Tots

**Aubrey Gilbert Marine Corps. League Detachment supported Toys for Tots program of West Georgia will be present at this event to raise awareness and accept toys and/or monetary donations to help the kids of West Georgia this year for Christmas.**

Dec 4th, 2010 (Sat)
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  Christmas Tree Lighting & Arrival of Santa

In Historic Downtown Villa Rica
Information: 678-840-1160
Email: kstovall@villarica.org

Enjoy live entertainment and warm drinks at The Mill.

Toys for Tots

**Aubrey Gilbert Marine Corps. League Detachment supported Toys for Tots program of West Georgia will be present at this event to raise awareness and accept toys and/or monetary donations to help the kids of West Georgia this year for Christmas.**

 

 

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