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Riverwalk/Augusta Commons Calendar of Events 2008

March 14
St. Patrick's Day Celebration
Augusta Common 12 Noon - 10:00 p.m. – Free Admission
8th St. Plaza - $ 3.00 Admission
Riverwalk Augusta will be "rolling out the green carpet" on St. Patrick's Day! This year's event will feature live entertainment, dance, children's activities and, of course, plenty of food and beverages. Join us for the largest St. Patrick's Day celebration you have ever seen! For additional information, contact City of Augusta Special Events (706) 821-1754.

March 23
Easter Sunrise Service
Jessye Norman Amphitheater Time: 7:00 a.m.
Join us for an ecumenical service that has become an Augusta tradition. (706) 821-1754

April 4
“April Fool’s” Concert and First Friday Car Show
Augusta Common 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
This month’s event is the highlight of the season, featuring local and national talent, artisans and merchandise of all kinds and the hottest cars and motorcycles from all over the southeast! For details and participation information call, (706)-821-1754.

April 3, 17
Lunch at the Park
Augusta Common Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Come to the Common for a midday lunch break with live entertainment every other Thursday from Noon until 1:30pm. Bring friends, co-workers and your lunch to enjoy a variety of live music performed by your favorite local artists. For details and performers please call (706) 821-1754.

April 11, 25
Movies in the Common
Augusta Common – 9:00p Admission $2.00
Do not miss “Movies in the Common” featuring movies the entire family can enjoy. For more information, call (706) 821-1754 or click here for movie listings (PDF).

April 22
2008 Tour De Georgia Stage 2 Finish
Augusta Common Time TBA
The Tour de Georgia is North America’s premier, professional cycling event and rolling festival of community activities. The Tour was first held in 2003 and has become a spring tradition with a varying route of over 650 miles of racing. Come join us downtown for this historic event. For more information please call (706) 722-TEAM or www.tourdegeorgia.com.

April 26
WRDW Family Fair
Augusta Common 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
A day of family fun and excitement on the Augusta Common presented by WRDW-News 12. For more information please call (803) 278-1212.

May 1, 5, 29
Lunch at the Park
Augusta Common Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Come to the Common for a midday lunch break with live entertainment every other Thursday from Noon until 1:30pm. Bring friends, co-workers and your lunch to enjoy a variety of live music performed by your favorite local artists. For details and performers please call (706) 821-1754.

May 2
First Friday
Augusta Common 6:00p-10:00pm Admission Free
This monthly event is the highlight of the season, featuring local and national talent, artisans and merchandise of all kinds and the hottest cars and motorcycles from all over the southeast! For details and participation information call, (706)-821-1754.

May 3
PAYBACK: CELEBRATE JAMES BROWN
Augusta Common 1 p.m. – 10 p.m.
To honor the career and life of James Brown, The Godfather of Soul. The Augusta Museum of History will stage “Payback” (celebrate James Brown), an annual concert to be held in Augusta. James Brown had a tremendous influence on the music industry – his legacy built the foundation for soul, funk, R & B, Rap, Rock, Hip-Hop and many other genres of popular music. For more information, please call Augusta Museum of History (706) 722-8454.

May 4, 11, 18, 25
Candlelight Jazz
Eighth Street Bulkhead 8 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Admission: $6.00
Join us each Sunday along the banks of the Savannah River for an enchanted evening of jazz featuring regional and local jazz artist. For more information, call (706) 821-1754 or visit www.gardencityjazz.com

May 9, 30
Movies in the Common
Augusta Common – 9:00p Admission $2.00
Do not miss “Movies in the Common” featuring movies the entire family can enjoy. For more information, call (706) 821-1754 or click here for movie listings (PDF).

May 17
Thunder over Augusta Armed Forces Day Celebration
Augusta Common – 2:00 pm Admission is Free
In honor of our military troops, the City of Augusta Special Events, Windsor Jewelers, Fort Gordon and many others will be hosting the South’s grandest Armed Forces Day Celebration. With military exhibitions, rides and attractions, and the largest fireworks show Augusta has ever seen, this event is sure to draw a crowd! For more information please call (706) 821-1754 or visit www.thunderoveraugusta.com.

May 24
CSRA Gospel Fest 2008
Jessye Norman Amphitheater 5 p.m. Annual Gospel Fest featuring various choirs sharing praise through song. For additional information, contact Lavon Reynolds (706) 496-1540.

May 26
Memorial Day Concert
Jessye Norman Amphitheater 7 p.m.
The Augusta Concert Band presents a Memorial Day Tribute Concert on the River. For details please call (706) 821-1754.

June 1,8,15,22, 29
Candlelight Jazz
Eighth Street Bulkhead 8 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Admission: $6.00
Put on those dancing shoes and dance to your favorite standards as well as today’s hottest contemporary jazz. Bring candle to add that touch of romanticism to the evening. Also, do not forget to bring your picnic baskets, blankets and lawn chairs. For details call (706) 821-1754 or visit www.gardencityjazz.com.

June 6
“Summer Blast” Concert & First Friday Car Show
Augusta Common 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
This monthly event is the highlight of the season, featuring local and national talent, artisans and merchandise of all kinds and the hottest cars and motorcycles from all over the southeast! For details and participation information call, (706)-821-1754.

June 13, 27
Movies in the Common
Augusta Common – 9:00p Admission $2.00
Do not miss “Movies in the Common” featuring movies the entire family can enjoy. For more information, call (706) 821-1754 or click here for movie listings (PDF).

June 14, 28
Music on the Plaza
8th St. Plaza 7p.m.-10p.m.
Admission: $5.00
Come out and enjoy the best local and regional entertainers in the beautiful setting of the 8th St. Plaza. This series of concerts will showcase a wide variety of music and musical talent. For more information, call City of Augusta Special Events. (706) 821-1754.

July 4
RiverBlast July Fourth Celebration
Riverwalk Augusta / Augusta Common 2:00p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
July Fourth just keeps getting bigger and better as the City of Augusta Special Events brings Riverblast to downtown Augusta. Activities include an arts/crafts bazaar, a variety of musical entertainment, dance and activities for the entire family to enjoy. There will also be a patriotic concert held in the Jessye Norman Amphitheater. The evening will conclude with Cannon Firing and a spectacular fireworks display. Food and beverages will be available. For more details, contact City of Augusta Special Events (706) 821-1754. Vendors please call (706) 826-0026.

July 6, 13, 20, 27
Candlelight Jazz
Eighth Street Bulkhead 8 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Admission: $6.00
Put on those dancing shoes and dance to your favorite standards as well as today’s hottest contemporary jazz. Bring candle to add that touch of romanticism to the evening. Also, do not forget to bring your picnic baskets, blankets and lawn chairs. For details call (706) 821-1754 or visit www.gardencityjazz.com.

July 12, 26
Music on the Plaza
8th St. Plaza 7p.m.-10p.m.
Admission: $5.00
Come out and enjoy the best local and regional entertainers in the beautiful setting of the 8th St. Plaza. This series of concerts will showcase a wide variety of music and musical talent. For more information, call City of Augusta Special Events. (706) 821-1754.

August 1
“Summer Blast Concert” & First Friday Car Show
Augusta Common 6pm-10pm
This month’s event is to keep the summer rolling on, featuring both national and local talent, artisans, merchandise of all kinds and the hottest cars and motorcycles from across the southeast. Come out and enjoy a musical evening under the stars. For more information, call (706) 821-1754.

August 3, 10, 17, 24
Candlelight Jazz
Eighth Street Bulkhead 8 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Admission: $6.00
Put on those dancing shoes and dance to your favorite standards as well as today’s hottest contemporary jazz. Bring candle to add that touch of romanticism to the evening. Also, do not forget to bring your picnic baskets, blankets and lawn chairs. For details call (706) 821-1754 or visit www.gardencityjazz.com

August 9, 23
Music on the Plaza
8th St. Plaza 7p.m.-10p.m.
Admission: $5.00
Come out and enjoy the best local and regional entertainers in the beautiful setting of the 8th St. Plaza. This series of concerts will showcase a wide variety of music and musical talent. For more information, call City of Augusta Special Events. (706) 821-1754.

August 31
An Evening of Jazz
Jessye Norman Amphitheater 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Presented by Paine College, the Eighth Annual Evening of Jazz promises to continue in the tradition of great jazz music. For details, call (706) 821-8223.

September 5
“Luau on the Common” and First Friday Car Show
Augusta Common 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Bring your tiki torches and grass skirts and come celebrate Polynesian style! There will be food, fun and entertainment for the whole family. As well as the best car show in the CSRA! For more information, call (706) 821-1754.

September 12
Border Bash
Augusta Common 5 p.m. - 11 p.m.
This Annual Celebration of the “Great Southern Rivalry” between the University of Georgia Bulldogs and the University of South Carolina Gamecocks presented by the Border Bash Foundation. Live music, vendors, UGA & USC Cheerleaders and much more. For more information please call Border Bash Foundation (678) 300-2664.

September 19, 20, 21
Arts in the Heart of Augusta
Annual fine arts festival with an ethnic flair – Come sample what’s in store during Augusta’s premiere arts festival on Friday, 17th, during the parade of Nations and other entertainment. This event is a celebration of visual and performing arts including several stages of local, regional and national entertainment hands on arts activities and delicious ethnic food sold by local groups in beautiful authentic costumes. For additional information, contact the Greater Augusta Arts Council (706) 826-4702.

September 27
Walk for Autism
8th St. Plaza
This annual event is sponsored by Kids Care Connection. This walk is designed to educate the community concerning autism (706) 863 – 8443.

October 3
Augusta Common
Fall Concert 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Admission: Free
Come be apart of this extraordinary event as we end the season with a heart thumping’ - toe tapping’ good time! Food and Arts & Craft vendors will be on display as well as our monthly Car Show. For more information please call (706) 821.1754.

October 4
Light the Night Walk
Augusta Common Noon – 9 p.m.
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s annual walk to celebrate and commemorate lives touched by cancer. For more information, call (800) 399-7312.

October 11 & 12
Hispanic Festival
Augusta Common 11a.m.-11p.m.
The Festival gets underway with exciting musical entertainment and art/crafts from several countries and dancing in the street. Enjoy the authentic food and beverages. For details, call (706) 860-1066.

October 18
Miracle Mile Walk
Augusta Common 8 a.m.
University’s Health Care Systems Breast Center annual breast cancer walk. For more information call (706) 729 -5656.

October 25
Halloween Festival
Augusta Common 5p-8:30p
Bring your ghosts and goblins dressed for the occasion as we will be have several games, rides, activities, a costume contest, and much more for those who aren’t squeamish! This year we will be showing a movie at dark! For more information, call (706) 821-1754. Trick or treat at the Common!

November 11
Veteran’s Day Service
Heroes’ overlook (10th Street Entrance Plaza)
Brick dedication and celebration. For additional information, call (706) 737-1532.

December 6
Christmas Light Up Spectacular
Augusta Common 4 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Augusta’s holiday season officially begins when the Mayor lights the Christmas Tree and holiday decorations. Activities include live newscasts, live entertainment by various groups, children’s activities, and much more. For more information, call (706) 722-8000.

***NOTE: THIS CALENDAR IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE***
Please call the Riverwalk Special Events for updated information.
(706) 821-1754 Facsimile (706) 821-1756
ymarshall@augustaga.gov