Events
Join us for special events and workshops, or host your own at unique Uhuburg.
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Next event
March 8: Contra at the Castle
Upcoming Events
Contra at the Castle
Contra AND a Castle? That's right! Explore Uhuburg and jump into the joy of contra dance in Uhuburg's Great Hall.
Next Dance:
Saturday, March 8​
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Music by Playing with Fyre
Greg Frock Calling
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​​​6:00 Parking opens
6 - 7:30 Explore Uhuburg
7:15 Intro session for new dancers
7:30-10:30 Contra in the Great Hall​​
​What is contra dancing?
Watch this video to see an awesome example of contra, featuring Playing with Fyre.
Watch this video to hear why folks love contra so much.​​​​​​​
2025 Schedule
March 8
Music by Playing with Fyre
Greg Frock Calling
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March 23
Waltz Session
Tickets at Spring at Sautee
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August 8
Music by ContraForce
Seth Tepfer Calling
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October 18
Music by Hot Coffee Breakdown
Darlene Underwood Calling​​​
Ticket Info
All dancers are welcome from new to dance to experienced.
Children: All entries must have a ticket from ages 2 and up. This event is not ideal for young children; all children present must be actively supervised at all times.
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Touring: Exploring Uhuburg during this event is self-guided. Peruse the murals, walk the castle walls, climb the towers! For guided tours, please join us for a Day Visit.
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Tickets are transferrable and non-refundable. To transfer tickets, please send all pertinent info through our Contact form BEFORE 7pm on March 7. Include current registration name/email/confirmation number and number of tickets, along with the new name and email.
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Parking & Shuttle
Parking opens at 6:00pm.
Please do not block the road; enjoy Helen in the case of early arrival.
Shuttle service between parking and castle will run from 6:00-8:00pm, at 9:30, and from 10 to 11pm.
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What to Bring
Please bring a water bottle, walking shoes for exploring the grounds prior to the dance, and dance shoes to change into upon entering the Great Hall. You are welcome to bring a picnic on the grounds prior to dance time. Water fountains and public restrooms are available in the Great Hall.​​​​​​
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CastleFaire
Past Events
Realms of Winter
A Fantasy Ball
Jan 18, 2025​​
Met by Moonlight is pleased to partner with Uhuburg Castle in Helen, GA for a ball during their Castle Faire weekend. Don your fantasy finest and join us for an evening of wintry splendor. This is a reception style event with a focus on dancing and limited seating. This event is 21+
Father Christmas at the Castle
December 21, 2024
The Tattooed Santa visited Uhuburg to hear all of the Christmas wishes. It was a sweet day and we look forward to hosting him again in 2025.​​​​
Swordsmanship Workshops & Demos
2025 Dates tbd. Stay tuned!
Try your hand at Medieval Swordsmanship with Appalachian Sword Club!
Join us for a dynamic and exciting experience in the Medieval art of swordsmanship through the lens of historical manuscripts with Danial and Ash! Hosting a series of mini workshops throughout the day, they will do demonstrations, discuss highlights of using the manuscripts, and provide hands-on experience with swords for interested participants. Danial and Ash work with local fencing clubs and Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA).
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Demos & hands on opportunities will run continuously through the day.
Workshop by Appalachian Sword Club at Uhuburg Castle in Helen GA
Contra Dance
July 20, 2025
​​​What is contra dancing?
Watch this video to see an awesome example of contra, featuring Playing with Fyre.
Watch this video to hear why folks love contra so much.​​​​​​​
Creator Day
Creator Day will be rescheduled due to overwhelming interest for a different date. ​
An all day, limited-ticket event for content creators to have extended access to Uhuburg for capturing stunning and imaginative photoshoots. Grab your photoshoot buddy or tripod and make a day of it!​
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Host Your Special Event at Uhuburg
An enchanting place for birthday celebrations, weddings, company parties, photoshoots, dance events and other celebrations, let Uhuburg add enchanting beauty and charm to your special occasion! Events at Uhuburg are suited for celebrations of up to 114 guests.
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Wedding Packages available now
Calendar
The 2024 schedule is up and running with swordsmanship, Uhuburg's inaugural Ball and Contra Dance, and our brand new photoshoot event called Creator Day (date tbd!). We look forward to hosting events such as seasonal festivals, creator workshops, family days and contra dances. As a place of learning, Uhuburg will offer workshops related to applications of philosophy, independent thinking, nature, geology, and practical gardening.
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