The Moonshine Festival explores Dawson County's history during the prohibition era when liquor was illegal and the Great Depression of the 1930's when running moonshine through the foothills of the Northeast Georgia Mountains was a way of life.

For area info on the North Georgia Mountains check out North Georgia Guide

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Thousands of tourist flock to the birthplace of NASCAR racing to hear about storied legends, Seay, Hall, Parks, and Gober Sosebee. These men loved the thrill of being chased through the ridges of Northeast Georgia.

Bring the family and visit an old Moonshine still; listen to stories from both "Tripper's" and Revenuer's.

On Saturday, the 23rd, crafts, food and entertainment will begin at 8:00 a.m. The parade will begin at 10:00 with a special guest as Grand Marshall.

Make sure you try StarBright's famous BBQ chicken on Sunday the 24th, it's the best! See hundreds of 1940's Ford vehicles lining the streets, including vintage racecars and visit with their drivers to hear stories of exciting race memories.

There will be a Cruise-In & Car Show held at Thunder Road USA, just a short walk from the downtown district.

Voted in top 20 festivals in Southeast in 2003.

Directions to Dawsonville:
From Atlanta, head north on GA 400 to intersection of GA 400 & Hwy 53. Turn left onto Hwy 53 heading west. Dawsonville is several miles up the road - Hwy 53 takes you right into the town. You'll see Thunder Road USA on your right just as you enter the city limits.

Call the Dawson County Chamber of Commerce at 706-265-6278 or the Starbright Foundation at 706-216-STAR (7827) for more info!!