The Cotton Pickin’ Fair, a national-award-winning festival held continuously since 1972 on the Gay Family Farmstead, takes place October 5 and 6.

More than 350 artisans from across the United States are nestled in and around interesting farm buildings dating from 1891, providing an exciting range of art, antiques, and crafts exhibits. A grand variety of delicious Southern food prepared on-site and excellent regional entertainment combine to make a unique family outing and a historic farm country experience.

The Cotton Pickin’ Fair is located at 18830 GA-85, Gay, Georgia 30218. The fair is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tickets are $10 for adults (13-64) ; $9 for seniors (65 and older);  $5 for Children (7 to 12. Children 6 and under are free.