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A crowded spring afternoon on Dahlonega's Public Square, with shoppers strolling past jewelry, music-venue and ice cream storefronts and white market tents in the street.

Dahlonega, Lumpkin County, Georgia

Dahlonega Shopping Every shop around the Public Square we could confirm, the hours they publish, and the day you plan to come.

Dahlonega shopping, on the Public Square and a block or two out: antiques and vintage, fudge and chocolate, galleries and glass, books, toys, jewelry and Dahlonega gold. We list 44 shops we could confirm open as of Oct 19, 2026, our own count, with a shop-hours table, a shopping day planner and a gift finder.

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Shopping Day Planner

Which Dahlonega shops are open when you are there

Pick a day, a time of day and the kinds of shops you like. You get the shops whose published hours are open then, in walking order around the Public Square, plus what is on the calendar that day. Shops that do not publish hours are listed apart so you can call ahead.

A first loop around the Public Square

  1. Start here

    Local Pup

    About 20 min98 Public Square N, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Locally owned pet boutique on the square with dog food, treats and bones, toys and enrichment puzzles, walking gear, pet apparel and a few things for cats and humans.

    Hours: Mon–Sun 12 pm–6 pm

    Source: shoplocalpup.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  2. 50 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Country Cottage

    About 20 min84 Public Sq N, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    A gift and apparel shop on Public Square North that the DDA lists for rustic home decor, shoes, hats and Life Is Good apparel. It has no website, so call ahead.

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon–Sat 10:30am–5pm, Sun 11am–5pm

    Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026

  3. 50 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Studio Jewelers

    About 20 min78 Public Square N, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Fine and estate jewelry shop on the square (rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, pearls and crosses), with appraisals available by appointment.

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists 11 AM–5 PM every day

    Source: studiojewelersinc.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  4. 50 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Vickie Lynn's Gifts

    About 20 min74 Public Sq N, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Gift shop on the square making personalized and custom-embroidered items (any name and color); its Facebook page was active in September 2026.

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon–Sat 11am–5pm, Sun 1pm–5pm

    Source: Facebook, checked Oct 19, 2026

  5. 50 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Brad Walker Pottery

    About 20 min70 North Public Square, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    A pottery studio on the Square, as the Visitors Bureau directory lists it. It has no website, so call ahead for hours.

    Hours: Not published online

    Source: Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Visitors Bureau, checked Oct 19, 2026

  6. 100 ft from the last stop, straight line

    The Dahlonega Fudge Factory

    About 20 min8 N Park St, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Second-generation candy shop at the corner of North Park and Main Street making cream-and-butter fudge, hand-dipped chocolates, pralines and brittles since 1982.

    Hours: Open seven days a week; hours vary seasonally. Site lists winter store hours of daily 11:00am–7:00pm (current fall hours not stated).

    Source: dahlonegafudgefactory.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  7. 50 ft from the last stop, straight line

    The Spice & Tea Exchange of Dahlonega

    About 20 min19 E Main St, Unit C, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Spice and tea shop on East Main Street selling spices, house seasonings mixed in the store, loose-leaf teas, salts, sugars and gifts.

    Hours: Mon–Thu 11 am–6 pm · Fri–Sat 10 am–7 pm · Sun 11 am–6 pm

    Source: spiceandtea.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  8. Alpine Olive Tree

    About 20 min19 East Main Street (Battle Branch Building), Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Olive oil and balsamic shop (sister store to one in Helen) selling extra virgin and flavored olive oils, aged balsamic vinegars, skincare and pantry sundries.

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon–Thu 10:30am–5pm, Fri–Sat 10:30am–7pm, Sun 11am–6pm

    Source: alpineolivetree.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  9. Outlaw House of Jerky

    About 20 min19-A E Main St, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Jerky shop on East Main Street with more than 50 kinds of small-batch jerky, from beef and turkey to exotic and game meats, plus vegan and dog jerky.

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Sun–Thu 11am–5pm, Fri 10:30am–6pm, Sat 10:30am–6:30pm

    Source: outlawhouseofjerky.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  10. 100 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Grapes & Ghosts Wine Room (Dahlonega Walking Tours)

    About 30 min19 East Main Street, Upstairs Porch Suite F, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    An upstairs tasting room for Georgia Winery (Ringgold) wines, run by Dahlonega Walking Tours; its wine menu lists bottle prices and notes one wine is sold only by the bottle.

    Hours: Thu 12:30 pm–5:30 pm · Fri–Sat 12:30 pm–8 pm · Sun 12:30 pm–5:30 pm · closed Mon–Wed

    Source: dahlonegawalkingtours.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  11. 100 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Antiques & Collectibles

    About 40 min35 East Main Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    A multi-booth vintage and antique mall a few steps off the Square, listed by both the Dahlonega DDA and the Visitors Bureau. It has no website, so call ahead for hours.

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon-Thu 10am-5:30pm, Fri-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12-5pm

    Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026

  12. 150 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Gold City Antique Gallery

    About 40 min60 East Main Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    A multi-vendor antique gallery on East Main Street, as the Dahlonega DDA directory lists it. It has no website, so call ahead for hours.

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon-Thu 10am-5:30pm, Fri-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12-5pm

    Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026

  13. 100 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Gateway Antique Mall (Gateway Antiques)

    About 40 min75 East Main Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    An antique and vintage mall on East Main Street, listed by both the Dahlonega DDA and the Visitors Bureau; its old website is gone, so call ahead before a special trip.

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12-6pm

    Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026

  14. 50 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Bear Book Market

    About 25 min85 E Main Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    A new and used bookstore; its own site gives 85 East Main Street, while the Visitors Bureau directory lists 21 North Grove Street, so confirm the location before you go.

    Hours: Mon–Tue 12:30 pm–6 pm · Thu–Fri 12:30 pm–6 pm · Sat 10 am–6 pm · Sun 12:30 pm–6 pm

    Source: bearbookmarket.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  15. 150 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Bowman Outdoors / Bowman Fly Fishing

    About 20 min22 North Grove Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    A Dahlonega fly fishing guide service on North Grove Street that the DDA describes as a full-service fly shop and outdoors store; its own site focuses on guided trips.

    Hours: Mon–Sat 8 am–6 pm

    Source: bowmanflyfishing.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  16. 450 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Smoking Fly Cigars

    About 20 min32 Choice Ave., Dahlonega, GA 30533

    A premium cigar shop on Choice Avenue, as the Dahlonega DDA lists it.

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Sun-Fri 12-6pm, Sat 11am-5pm

    Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026

  17. 0.2 mi from the last stop, straight line

    Games Replayed

    About 20 min77 Memorial Dr, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    A family-owned retro games and toys shop that the Visitors Bureau lists for classic video games, vintage consoles, older toys and LEGO.

    Hours: Not published online

    Source: Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Visitors Bureau, checked Oct 19, 2026

  18. 0.4 mi from the last stop, straight line

    UNG Bookstore, Dahlonega Campus (Nighthawk Shop)

    About 25 min110 S. Chestatee St., Suite 200, Dahlonega, GA 30597

    The University of North Georgia campus bookstore, run by Barnes & Noble College, with course materials and merchandise in store.

    Hours: Mon–Fri 8 am–6 pm · Sat–Sun 10 am–2 pm

    Source: University of North Georgia, checked Oct 19, 2026

  19. 500 ft from the last stop, straight line

    The Humble Candle

    About 20 min44 Public Square, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Mom-and-pop candle and gift shop on the square carrying candles from several makers, bath and body products and home fragrance.

    Hours: Mon–Sat 10 am–6 pm · Sun 12 pm–6 pm

    Source: thehumblecandle.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  20. 50 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Vintage Music

    About 20 min42 Public Square South, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    A mom-and-pop music store on the square selling new and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles and other folk instruments, with lessons, repairs and a small recording studio.

    Hours: Published hours differ between its two websites and the DDA; all list Tuesday to Saturday 11 am to 5:30 pm. Call ahead on Sunday and Monday.

    Source: vintagemusic.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  21. 50 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Kilwins Dahlonega

    About 20 min40 Public Square S, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Chocolate, fudge and ice cream shop on the south side of the square; fudge, caramel corn, brittle and caramel apples are made in the store.

    Hours: Mon–Thu 12 pm–8 pm · Fri–Sat 12 pm–9 pm · Sun 12 pm–8 pm

    Source: kilwins.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  22. 50 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Crown & Bear

    About 20 min30 Public Square Upper (upper level, Public Square South), Dahlonega, GA 30533

    British foods and gifts shop on the upper level of the south side of the square.

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon–Thu 11am–5pm, Fri 11am–7pm, Sat 11am–6pm, Sun 12pm–5pm

    Source: Facebook, checked Oct 19, 2026

  23. 50 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Dahlonega General Store

    About 20 min24 Public Square S, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Old-fashioned country store on the square selling 5-cent coffee, fresh roasted peanuts, old-fashioned candy and toys, jams and jellies, knives and country gifts.

    Hours: Mon–Thu 10 am–6 pm · Fri–Sat 10 am–9 pm · Sun 10 am–6 pm

    Source: dahlonegageneralstore.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  24. 200 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Dahlonega Rocks

    About 20 min10 South Chestatee St, Suite E, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    A rock-and-roll merchandise shop (tees, posters, hats) on South Chestatee Street, as the DDA lists it. Call ahead for hours.

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon 9am–6pm, Tue–Sat 11am–6pm, Sun 12pm–6pm

    Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026

  25. Tea Rabbit's Teas & Magickal Makings (TeaRabbits)

    About 20 min10 South Chestatee St, Ste. A, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Tea shop just off the square selling all-natural blended teas (over 100 hot teas), homemade chocolates, roasted coffee and gifts.

    Hours: Mon–Sat 10 am–5 pm · Sun 11 am–5 pm

    Source: tearabbits.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  26. 50 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Black Bear Mercantile

    About 20 minSouth Chestatee Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533 (the DDA lists 10 S. Chestatee St., Suite D; the Visitors Bureau lists 120 S. Chestatee St., Suite A)

    A gift shop just off the Square that takes the DDA's Dahlonega Dollars gift card. Two directories give different suite numbers on South Chestatee Street, so call ahead.

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun closed

    Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026

  27. The Glassblowing Shop

    About 25 min10 S. Chestatee Street, Unit F, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    A family glass-artist shop on the square with daily flame-work glassblowing demonstrations and hand-blown glass gifts.

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon-Thu 10 am-5 pm, Fri-Sun 10 am-6 pm

    Source: glassblowingshop.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  28. 150 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Dress Up (Dahlonega)

    About 20 min5 N Chestatee St, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Women's clothing and accessories boutique by the square, with a store-exclusive line of Dahlonega tees and pullovers.

    Hours: Mon–Thu 10 am–6 pm · Fri–Sat 10 am–7 pm · Sun 12 pm–5 pm

    Source: shopdressup.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  29. 100 ft from the last stop, straight line

    No. 3 Vintage

    About 30 min106 Public Square N, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Antique and vintage goods, gifts, home decor and handmade art and jewelry on the Square, as the Dahlonega DDA lists it; it also takes the DDA's Dahlonega Dollars gift card.

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon-Thu 11am-5pm, Fri-Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm

    Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026

  30. 50 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Giggle Monkey Toys

    About 20 min104 Public Square North, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Toy store on the north side of the square with classic and unusual toys, games, puzzles and books for kids of all ages.

    Hours: Mon–Fri 11 am–6 pm · Sat 10 am–6 pm · Sun 12 pm–6 pm

    Source: gigglemonkeytoys.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  31. 50 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Paul Thomas Chocolates

    About 20 min102 Public Square North, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Family-owned chocolate shop on the north side of the square that makes most of what it sells on site, from handcrafted chocolates to other sweets and gifts.

    Hours: Mon–Thu 10 am–8 pm · Fri–Sat 9 am–9 pm · Sun 12:30 pm–8 pm

    Source: paulthomaschocolates.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  32. 50 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Bleu Art Gallery (Bleu Gallery)

    About 25 min94 Public Square N, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    A gallery of resident artists on the Square, as the Dahlonega DDA lists it; Tiger Mountain Vineyards pours its wines in a tasting room inside the gallery.

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Sun-Thu 11am-6pm, Fri-Sat 11am-8pm

    Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026

  33. TMV Dahlonega (Tiger Mountain Vineyards tasting room, formerly Sips at Bleu)

    About 30 min94 Public Square North (inside Bleu Gallery), Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Tiger Mountain Vineyards' tasting room inside Bleu Gallery on the square, pouring flights of its wines; the page we could read does not clearly say bottles are sold to take home.

    Hours: Wed-Thu 12-6 pm; Fri-Sat 12-8 pm; Sun 12-6 pm (its own page)

    Source: tigerwine.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  34. 50 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Naturally Georgia

    About 30 min90 Public Square North, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    A tasting room on the Public Square pouring wines from several Georgia vineyards, with tastings, glasses and bottles to take home.

    Hours: Mon 12 pm–6 pm · Thu 12 pm–6 pm · Fri 12 pm–7 pm · Sat 11 am–7 pm · Sun 11 am–6 pm · closed Tue–Wed

    Source: naturallygeorgia.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  35. 350 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Kaya Wine Tasting at The Dahlonega Square Hotel

    About 30 min135 N. Chestatee St., Dahlonega, GA 30533

    The hotel lobby doubles as Kaya Vineyard & Winery's satellite tasting room, offering a tasting, a glass or a bottle of Kaya wine.

    Hours: Mon–Thu 11 am–6 pm · Fri–Sat 11 am–7 pm · Sun 1 pm–6 pm

    Source: dahlonegasquarehotel.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  36. 400 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Woodlands Edge

    About 20 min36 N Park Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    An outdoor outfitter on North Park Street that the Dahlonega DDA says carries apparel and gear from Patagonia, Columbia, Kavu, Chaco and Costa. Its website no longer loads, so call ahead.

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon 11am-5pm, Tue closed, Wed-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-5pm

    Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026

  37. 50 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Cranberry Corners

    About 20 min44 N Park St, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Eclectic gift shop just off the square since 1995 with custom gift baskets, greeting cards, local handmade goods, antiques, gourmet foods and a year-round Christmas corner.

    Hours: Mon–Sun 11 am–5 pm

    Source: cranberrycorners.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  38. 350 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Old Storehouse Art (formerly Canvas and Cork)

    About 25 min90 N. Meaders St., Dahlonega, GA 30533

    An art gallery of local artists and paint studio in the historic Stanton Storehouse across from Hancock Park, with drop-in painting, classes and art parties.

    Hours: Wed–Thu 12 pm–6 pm · Fri–Sat 12 pm–8 pm · Sun 12 pm–6 pm

    Source: canvasandcorkga.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  39. 250 ft from the last stop, straight line

    Reclaimed Rose

    About 40 min75 N Grove St, Ste A, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    A "vintique boutique" just off the square with antique and restored furniture, vintage decor, china and glassware, jewelry and original art; it also offers furniture refinishing.

    Hours: Not published online

    Source: shopreclaimedrose.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  40. 0.5 mi from the last stop, straight line

    Nimblewheels Bicycles

    About 20 min582 North Grove St., Suite A, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Dahlonega's family-owned bike shop; its site says it has cut regular in-store hours and is open by appointment only for service, with some open-house days each month.

    Hours: By appointment only, with occasional "Open House" days (per its own site)

    Source: nimblewheelsbicycles.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  41. 2.0 mi from the last stop, straight line

    Crisson Gold Mine (rock & mineral shop and jewelry store)

    About 20 min2736 Morrison Moore Pkwy E, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Gold mine attraction a short drive out of downtown (distance not stated by the source) with a rock and mineral shop, gift shop, Dahlonega gold jewelry and mining equipment, plus gold panning and gem mining.

    Hours: Mon–Sun 10 am–6 pm

    Source: crissongoldmine.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

  42. 12.2 mi from the last stop, straight line

    Mountain Crossings at Neel Gap

    About 20 minWalasi-Yi Interpretive Center, Neel Gap, on the Appalachian Trail (US 19/129, Union County)

    The Appalachian Trail outfitter in the 1937 stone Walasi-Yi building at Neel Gap, selling backpacking gear, hiker food, trail books and maps, and gifts such as AT patches and pottery.

    Hours: Mon–Sun 9 am–5 pm

    Source: mountaincrossings.com, checked Oct 19, 2026

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Hours come from each shop's own site or page, checked October 19, 2026. Walking order and distances are straight lines between mapped addresses; browsing minutes are estimates.

Shop hours, day by day

Which Dahlonega shops are open on Sunday, Monday and every other day

Every shop that publishes its hours, Monday to Sunday, in one table. Pick a day to see who is open, who is closed and who does not publish hours. Today is picked for you.

19 shops publish exact hours. Open on Mondays: 17. Open on Sundays: 18.

Published hours for each Dahlonega shop, Monday to Sunday
ShopMonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Dress Up (Dahlonega)Clothing 10 am–6 pm10 am–6 pm10 am–6 pm10 am–6 pm10 am–7 pm10 am–7 pm12 pm–5 pm
Crisson Gold Mine (rock & mineral shop and jewelry store)Gold and gems 10 am–6 pm10 am–6 pm10 am–6 pm10 am–6 pm10 am–6 pm10 am–6 pm10 am–6 pm
Old Storehouse Art (formerly Canvas and Cork)Gallery ——12 pm–6 pm12 pm–6 pm12 pm–8 pm12 pm–8 pm12 pm–6 pm
Kilwins DahlonegaSweets 12 pm–8 pm12 pm–8 pm12 pm–8 pm12 pm–8 pm12 pm–9 pm12 pm–9 pm12 pm–8 pm
Paul Thomas ChocolatesSweets 10 am–8 pm10 am–8 pm10 am–8 pm10 am–8 pm9 am–9 pm9 am–9 pm12:30 pm–8 pm
Tea Rabbit's Teas & Magickal Makings (TeaRabbits)Food shop 10 am–5 pm10 am–5 pm10 am–5 pm10 am–5 pm10 am–5 pm10 am–5 pm11 am–5 pm
The Spice & Tea Exchange of DahlonegaFood shop 11 am–6 pm11 am–6 pm11 am–6 pm11 am–6 pm10 am–7 pm10 am–7 pm11 am–6 pm
Grapes & Ghosts Wine Room (Dahlonega Walking Tours)Wine to take home ClosedClosedClosed12:30 pm–5:30 pm12:30 pm–8 pm12:30 pm–8 pm12:30 pm–5:30 pm
Kaya Wine Tasting at The Dahlonega Square HotelWine to take home 11 am–6 pm11 am–6 pm11 am–6 pm11 am–6 pm11 am–7 pm11 am–7 pm1 pm–6 pm
Naturally GeorgiaWine to take home 12 pm–6 pmClosedClosed12 pm–6 pm12 pm–7 pm11 am–7 pm11 am–6 pm
Bear Book MarketBooks 12:30 pm–6 pm12:30 pm–6 pm—12:30 pm–6 pm12:30 pm–6 pm10 am–6 pm12:30 pm–6 pm
UNG Bookstore, Dahlonega Campus (Nighthawk Shop)Books 8 am–6 pm8 am–6 pm8 am–6 pm8 am–6 pm8 am–6 pm10 am–2 pm10 am–2 pm
Giggle Monkey ToysKids and toys 11 am–6 pm11 am–6 pm11 am–6 pm11 am–6 pm11 am–6 pm10 am–6 pm12 pm–6 pm
Local PupPets 12 pm–6 pm12 pm–6 pm12 pm–6 pm12 pm–6 pm12 pm–6 pm12 pm–6 pm12 pm–6 pm
Bowman Outdoors / Bowman Fly FishingOutdoor 8 am–6 pm8 am–6 pm8 am–6 pm8 am–6 pm8 am–6 pm8 am–6 pm—
Mountain Crossings at Neel GapOutdoor 9 am–5 pm9 am–5 pm9 am–5 pm9 am–5 pm9 am–5 pm9 am–5 pm9 am–5 pm
The Humble CandleCandles 10 am–6 pm10 am–6 pm10 am–6 pm10 am–6 pm10 am–6 pm10 am–6 pm12 pm–6 pm
Cranberry CornersGifts 11 am–5 pm11 am–5 pm11 am–5 pm11 am–5 pm11 am–5 pm11 am–5 pm11 am–5 pm
Dahlonega General StoreGifts 10 am–6 pm10 am–6 pm10 am–6 pm10 am–6 pm10 am–9 pm10 am–9 pm10 am–6 pm

Hours as each shop publishes them on its own site or page, checked October 19, 2026. A dash means the shop does not publish that day. Holiday hours change: check before a special trip. Each shop's source is on the shop directory

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The shops around the Public Square

The Gold Museum sits in the middle; the shops wrap the four sides and run out along Main, Chestatee and Park. Tap a number for the shop, its hours and its source.

Map of the shops around the Public Square in downtown Dahlonega, Georgia, numbered S Chestatee St N Chestatee St E Main St S Meaders St N Park St N Meaders St Choice Ave S Grove St Public Sq S Hawkins St Warwick St W Main St S Park St Hancock Park 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 N 1/4 mile

Streets, paths, the rail line, water and buildings from OpenStreetMap; the green is Hancock Park. Pin positions come from OpenStreetMap or an address lookup (each place's details name which); businesses not confirmed operating are left off. A planning map, not turn-by-turn directions.

  1. City park just off the Square at North Park and Warwick streets; home of the Saturday farmers market and First Friday concerts (May-October), the Christmas Market, an all-abilities playground and the Chestatee Diving Bell.

    Address: 54 North Park Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Sunrise to sunset

    Read our guide

    Source: City of Dahlonega, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  2. State historic site in the 1836 Lumpkin County Courthouse in the middle of the Square, with gold coins from the Dahlonega Mint, a 5-ounce-plus nugget, a 17-minute film and a gift shop.

    Address: 1 Public Square, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Mon-Sat 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m.; Sun 10 a.m.-4:45 p.m.; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year's Day

    Read our guide

    Source: Georgia State Parks, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  3. Toy store on the north side of the square with classic and unusual toys, games, puzzles and books for kids of all ages.

    Address: 104 Public Square North, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Mon–Fri 11am–6pm; Sat 10am–6pm; Sun 12pm–6pm

    Read our guide

    Source: gigglemonkeytoys.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  4. Women's clothing and accessories boutique by the square, with a store-exclusive line of Dahlonega tees and pullovers.

    Address: 5 N Chestatee St, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Mon–Thu 10am–6pm; Fri–Sat 10am–7pm; Sun 12pm–5pm

    Read our guide

    Source: shopdressup.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  5. A rock-and-roll merchandise shop (tees, posters, hats) on South Chestatee Street, as the DDA lists it. Call ahead for hours.

    Address: 10 South Chestatee St, Suite E, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon 9am–6pm, Tue–Sat 11am–6pm, Sun 12pm–6pm

    Read our guide

    Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  6. A family glass-artist shop on the square with daily flame-work glassblowing demonstrations and hand-blown glass gifts.

    Address: 10 S. Chestatee Street, Unit F, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon-Thu 10 am-5 pm, Fri-Sun 10 am-6 pm

    Read our guide

    Source: glassblowingshop.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  7. A gift shop just off the Square that takes the DDA's Dahlonega Dollars gift card. Two directories give different suite numbers on South Chestatee Street, so call ahead.

    Address: South Chestatee Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533 (the DDA lists 10 S. Chestatee St., Suite D; the Visitors Bureau lists 120 S. Chestatee St., Suite A)

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun closed

    Read our guide

    Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  8. Locally owned pet boutique on the square with dog food, treats and bones, toys and enrichment puzzles, walking gear, pet apparel and a few things for cats and humans.

    Address: 98 Public Square N, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Daily 12pm–6pm

    Read our guide

    Source: shoplocalpup.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  9. A gift and apparel shop on Public Square North that the DDA lists for rustic home decor, shoes, hats and Life Is Good apparel. It has no website, so call ahead.

    Address: 84 Public Sq N, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon–Sat 10:30am–5pm, Sun 11am–5pm

    Read our guide

    Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  10. Fine and estate jewelry shop on the square (rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, pearls and crosses), with appraisals available by appointment.

    Address: 78 Public Square N, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists 11 AM–5 PM every day

    Read our guide

    Source: studiojewelersinc.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  11. Eclectic gift shop just off the square since 1995 with custom gift baskets, greeting cards, local handmade goods, antiques, gourmet foods and a year-round Christmas corner.

    Address: 44 N Park St, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Open 7 days 11am–5pm (closed Mondays and Tuesdays in January and February)

    Read our guide

    Source: cranberrycorners.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  12. Gift shop on the square making personalized and custom-embroidered items (any name and color); its Facebook page was active in September 2026.

    Address: 74 Public Sq N, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon–Sat 11am–5pm, Sun 1pm–5pm

    Read our guide

    Source: Facebook, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  13. Old-fashioned country store on the square selling 5-cent coffee, fresh roasted peanuts, old-fashioned candy and toys, jams and jellies, knives and country gifts.

    Address: 24 Public Square S, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Sun–Thu 10am–6pm; Fri–Sat 10am–9pm

    Read our guide

    Source: dahlonegageneralstore.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  14. British foods and gifts shop on the upper level of the south side of the square.

    Address: 30 Public Square Upper (upper level, Public Square South), Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon–Thu 11am–5pm, Fri 11am–7pm, Sat 11am–6pm, Sun 12pm–5pm

    Read our guide

    Source: Facebook, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  15. A mom-and-pop music store on the square selling new and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles and other folk instruments, with lessons, repairs and a small recording studio.

    Address: 42 Public Square South, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Published hours differ between its two websites and the DDA; all list Tuesday to Saturday 11 am to 5:30 pm. Call ahead on Sunday and Monday.

    Read our guide

    Source: vintagemusic.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  16. Mom-and-pop candle and gift shop on the square carrying candles from several makers, bath and body products and home fragrance.

    Address: 44 Public Square, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Mon–Sat 10am–6pm; Sun 12pm–6pm

    Read our guide

    Source: thehumblecandle.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  17. A premium cigar shop on Choice Avenue, as the Dahlonega DDA lists it.

    Address: 32 Choice Ave., Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Sun-Fri 12-6pm, Sat 11am-5pm

    Read our guide

    Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  18. Free 3-hour 'Shop & Dine' street spaces on both sides of Main Street around the Gold Museum, with 15-minute loading, accessible and motorcycle spaces.

    Address: Public Square, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: 3-hour spaces, enforced 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon-Fri

    Read our guide

    Source: City of Dahlonega, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  19. University of North Georgia deck that is free to the public on weeknights and weekends; the Visitors Bureau calls it the first choice for evening and weekend visitors.

    Address: Entrance next to the Smith House, 84 S Chestatee Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Public: 5:30 p.m.-7:30 a.m. Mon-Thu; Fri 5:30 p.m. to Mon 7:30 a.m.

    Read our guide

    Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  20. Free city lot behind the Holiday Inn Express with all-day and accessible spaces and a Level 2 EV charging port, a short walk from the Square.

    Address: Choice Avenue (behind the Holiday Inn Express), Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: All-day parking; Level 2 EV charger

    Read our guide

    Source: City of Dahlonega, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  21. The hotel lobby doubles as Kaya Vineyard & Winery's satellite tasting room, offering a tasting, a glass or a bottle of Kaya wine.

    Address: 135 N. Chestatee St., Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Mon-Thu 11am-6pm; Fri-Sat 11am-7pm; Sun 1-6pm

    Read our guide

    Source: dahlonegasquarehotel.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  22. Antique and vintage goods, gifts, home decor and handmade art and jewelry on the Square, as the Dahlonega DDA lists it; it also takes the DDA's Dahlonega Dollars gift card.

    Address: 106 Public Square N, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon-Thu 11am-5pm, Fri-Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm

    Read our guide

    Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  23. Family-owned chocolate shop on the north side of the square that makes most of what it sells on site, from handcrafted chocolates to other sweets and gifts.

    Address: 102 Public Square North, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Mon–Thu 10am–8pm; Fri–Sat 9am–9pm; Sun 12:30pm–8pm

    Read our guide

    Source: paulthomaschocolates.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  24. Tiger Mountain Vineyards' tasting room inside Bleu Gallery on the square, pouring flights of its wines; the page we could read does not clearly say bottles are sold to take home.

    Address: 94 Public Square North (inside Bleu Gallery), Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Wed-Thu 12-6 pm; Fri-Sat 12-8 pm; Sun 12-6 pm (its own page)

    Read our guide

    Source: tigerwine.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  25. A tasting room on the Public Square pouring wines from several Georgia vineyards, with tastings, glasses and bottles to take home.

    Address: 90 Public Square North, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Mon 12-6pm; Tue-Wed closed; Thu 12-6pm; Fri 12-7pm; Sat 11am-7pm; Sun 11am-6pm

    Read our guide

    Source: naturallygeorgia.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  26. Tea shop just off the square selling all-natural blended teas (over 100 hot teas), homemade chocolates, roasted coffee and gifts.

    Address: 10 South Chestatee St, Ste. A, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Mon–Sat 10am–5pm; Sun 11am–5pm

    Read our guide

    Source: tearabbits.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  27. A pottery studio on the Square, as the Visitors Bureau directory lists it. It has no website, so call ahead for hours.

    Address: 70 North Public Square, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Not published online

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    Source: Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Visitors Bureau, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  28. An outdoor outfitter on North Park Street that the Dahlonega DDA says carries apparel and gear from Patagonia, Columbia, Kavu, Chaco and Costa. Its website no longer loads, so call ahead.

    Address: 36 N Park Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon 11am-5pm, Tue closed, Wed-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-5pm

    Read our guide

    Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  29. An art gallery of local artists and paint studio in the historic Stanton Storehouse across from Hancock Park, with drop-in painting, classes and art parties.

    Address: 90 N. Meaders St., Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Wed-Thu 12-6 pm; Fri-Sat 12-8 pm; Sun 12-6 pm (its own site; Mon-Tue not listed)

    Read our guide

    Source: canvasandcorkga.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  30. Second-generation candy shop at the corner of North Park and Main Street making cream-and-butter fudge, hand-dipped chocolates, pralines and brittles since 1982.

    Address: 8 N Park St, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Open seven days a week; hours vary seasonally. Site lists winter store hours of daily 11:00am–7:00pm (current fall hours not stated).

    Read our guide

    Source: dahlonegafudgefactory.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  31. Spice and tea shop on East Main Street selling spices, house seasonings mixed in the store, loose-leaf teas, salts, sugars and gifts.

    Address: 19 E Main St, Unit C, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Mon–Thu 11am–6pm; Fri–Sat 10am–7pm; Sun 11am–6pm

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    Source: spiceandtea.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  32. Olive oil and balsamic shop (sister store to one in Helen) selling extra virgin and flavored olive oils, aged balsamic vinegars, skincare and pantry sundries.

    Address: 19 East Main Street (Battle Branch Building), Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon–Thu 10:30am–5pm, Fri–Sat 10:30am–7pm, Sun 11am–6pm

    Read our guide

    Source: alpineolivetree.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  33. Jerky shop on East Main Street with more than 50 kinds of small-batch jerky, from beef and turkey to exotic and game meats, plus vegan and dog jerky.

    Address: 19-A E Main St, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Sun–Thu 11am–5pm, Fri 10:30am–6pm, Sat 10:30am–6:30pm

    Read our guide

    Source: outlawhouseofjerky.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  34. Chocolate, fudge and ice cream shop on the south side of the square; fudge, caramel corn, brittle and caramel apples are made in the store.

    Address: 40 Public Square S, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Sun–Thu 12pm–8pm; Fri–Sat 12pm–9pm

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    Source: kilwins.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  35. An upstairs tasting room for Georgia Winery (Ringgold) wines, run by Dahlonega Walking Tours; its wine menu lists bottle prices and notes one wine is sold only by the bottle.

    Address: 19 East Main Street, Upstairs Porch Suite F, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Thu 12:30-5:30 pm; Fri-Sat 12:30-8 pm; Sun 12:30-5:30 pm; closed Mon-Wed (its own page)

    Read our guide

    Source: dahlonegawalkingtours.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  36. The county visitors center on South Park Street, steps from the Square, staffed by information specialists and volunteers; it also hands out Chocolate Crawl passports and hosts the Lighting of the Square.

    Address: 13 South Park Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Open every day 10:00am-5:00pm

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    Source: Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Visitors Bureau, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  37. The University of North Georgia campus bookstore, run by Barnes & Noble College, with course materials and merchandise in store.

    Address: 110 S. Chestatee St., Suite 200, Dahlonega, GA 30597

    Hours: Sun 10am-2pm; Mon-Fri 8am-6pm; Sat 10am-2pm

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    Source: University of North Georgia, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  38. A "vintique boutique" just off the square with antique and restored furniture, vintage decor, china and glassware, jewelry and original art; it also offers furniture refinishing.

    Address: 75 N Grove St, Ste A, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Not published online

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    Source: shopreclaimedrose.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  39. A multi-booth vintage and antique mall a few steps off the Square, listed by both the Dahlonega DDA and the Visitors Bureau. It has no website, so call ahead for hours.

    Address: 35 East Main Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon-Thu 10am-5:30pm, Fri-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12-5pm

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    Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  40. An antique and vintage mall on East Main Street, listed by both the Dahlonega DDA and the Visitors Bureau; its old website is gone, so call ahead before a special trip.

    Address: 75 East Main Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12-6pm

    Read our guide

    Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  41. A new and used bookstore; its own site gives 85 East Main Street, while the Visitors Bureau directory lists 21 North Grove Street, so confirm the location before you go.

    Address: 85 E Main Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Mon-Tue 12:30-6pm; Thu-Fri 12:30-6pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 12:30-6pm (Wednesday not listed)

    Read our guide

    Source: bearbookmarket.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

  42. A Dahlonega fly fishing guide service on North Grove Street that the DDA describes as a full-service fly shop and outdoors store; its own site focuses on guided trips.

    Address: 22 North Grove Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Hours: Mon-Sat 8am-6pm (from the business's own site data)

    Read our guide

    Source: bowmanflyfishing.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions

Where to park for a shopping day

Looking down from the old courthouse across parked cars to the Picnic Cafe and general store fronts on the square, with wooded hills behind town.

The Public Square

The Square, shop by shop

Four sides around the Gold Museum, by street number, from each shop's own site or the DDA directory.

  1. No. 70 · North side

    Brad Walker Pottery

    Pottery

    Not published online

  2. No. 90 · North side

    Naturally Georgia

    Wine to take home

    Mon 12-6pm; Tue-Wed closed; Thu 12-6pm; Fri 12-7pm; Sat 11am-7pm; Sun 11am-6pm

  3. No. 94 · North side

    TMV Dahlonega (Tiger Mountain Vineyards tasting room, formerly Sips at Bleu)

    Wine to take home

    Wed-Thu 12-6 pm; Fri-Sat 12-8 pm; Sun 12-6 pm (its own page)

  4. No. 102 · North side

    Paul Thomas Chocolates

    Sweets

    Mon–Thu 10am–8pm; Fri–Sat 9am–9pm; Sun 12:30pm–8pm

  5. No. 104 · North side

    Giggle Monkey Toys

    Kids and toys

    Mon–Fri 11am–6pm; Sat 10am–6pm; Sun 12pm–6pm

  6. No. 42 · South side

    Vintage Music

    Music

    Published hours differ between its two websites and the DDA; all list Tuesday to Saturday 11 am to 5:30 pm. Call ahead on Sunday and Monday.

  7. No. 24

    Dahlonega General Store

    Gifts

    Sun–Thu 10am–6pm; Fri–Sat 10am–9pm

  8. No. 30

    Crown & Bear

    Food shop

    Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon–Thu 11am–5pm, Fri 11am–7pm, Sat 11am–6pm, Sun 12pm–5pm

  9. No. 34

    High Cotton (also listed as Humble Abode)

    Home

    Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon–Sat 10am–6pm, Sun 12pm–6pm

  10. No. 40

    Kilwins Dahlonega

    Sweets

    Sun–Thu 12pm–8pm; Fri–Sat 12pm–9pm

  11. No. 44

    The Humble Candle

    Candles

    Mon–Sat 10am–6pm; Sun 12pm–6pm

  12. No. 78

    Studio Jewelers

    Jewelry

    Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists 11 AM–5 PM every day

  13. No. 94

    Bleu Art Gallery (Bleu Gallery)

    Gallery

    Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Sun-Thu 11am-6pm, Fri-Sat 11am-8pm

  14. No. 98

    Local Pup

    Pets

    Daily 12pm–6pm

  15. No. 106

    No. 3 Vintage

    Vintage

    Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon-Thu 11am-5pm, Fri-Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm

Street numbers and hours from each shop's own site or page, as checked Oct 19, 2026. Source: Georgia State Parks, checked Oct 19, 2026

Open the shop directory

Photo: BullDawg2021, CC BY-SA 4.0

By the numbers

Shopping the Square, counted

Our own count, from each shop's site or the DDA directory, checked Oct 19, 2026: 44 shops we could confirm, 19 of them with exact published hours (18 open on Sundays, 17 on Mondays). The figures below link to the page that publishes them.

Shopping calendar

What's coming up for shoppers in Dahlonega

The markets, the Christmas season on the Square and the festivals that bring artists and vendors downtown, each with its organizer's own date. Filter by kind, add any of them to your calendar, or build a list and save it all at once.

Dates and times are as each organizer published them when we checked on October 19, 2026. Follow the source link on an event before you go: organizers can change plans.

November 2026

  1. Fri27Nov

    Lighting of the Square (Old Fashioned Christmas opening)

    Fri, Nov 27 · 3 pm–8 pm

    Dahlonega Visitors Center, 13 S Park St #1220, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Google Calendar Apple / Outlook (.ics)

  2. Fri27Nov

    Visit Santa

    Fri, Nov 27 – Tue, Dec 29 · 3 pm–6 pm

    Dahlonega Visitors Center, 13 S Park St #1220, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Google Calendar Apple / Outlook (.ics)

  3. Sat28Nov

    Small Business Saturday

    Sat, Nov 28

    Location: see the organizer's page

    Google Calendar Apple / Outlook (.ics)

December 2026

  1. Sat5Dec

    Christmas Market

    Sat, Dec 5 – Sun, Dec 13 · 10 am–5 pm

    Hancock Park, Hawkins St, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Google Calendar Apple / Outlook (.ics)

  2. Sat12Dec

    Dahlonega Christmas Parade

    Sat, Dec 12 · 12 pm–1 pm

    Location: see the organizer's page

    Google Calendar Apple / Outlook (.ics)

  3. Sat19Dec

    Kid's Day

    Sat, Dec 19 · 2 pm–4 pm

    Hancock Park, Hawkins St, Dahlonega, GA 30533

    Google Calendar Apple / Outlook (.ics)

Every upcoming event

Living near the Square

Thinking about living near downtown Dahlonega?

Shops, the university and the Square's calendar are part of daily life here. The facts that matter, and none of the hype.

  • 7,918 people lived in Dahlonega in the Census Bureau's July 2025 estimate. U.S. Census Bureau
  • A National Register district covers the commercial blocks on Chestatee, Park and Main. National Park Service
  • A university town since 1873 when North Georgia Agricultural College opened on the old Mint grounds. UNG
  • About an hour from Atlanta 71 miles north, at the end of GA-400. Visitors Bureau

Homes near the Square Selling a home here

North Park Street climbing away from the Hawkins Street crossing, with a white steepled church on one side and a stone community house on the other.
Photo: Snarblox, CC BY-SA 4.0

Questions

What people ask about shopping in Dahlonega

Short answers, each with its source.

How many shops are there in downtown Dahlonega?

We list 44 shops we could confirm open as of Oct 19, 2026, checked at each shop's own site or page first and the DDA directory second. The Visitors Bureau says Dahlonega and Lumpkin County have over 100 destination retail businesses; that is its own county-wide count.

Source: Visitors Bureau, checked Oct 19, 2026

Are Dahlonega shops open on Sunday?

Most of the ones that publish hours are. Of the 19 shops that publish exact hours, checked Oct 19, 2026, 18 list Sunday hours, and most of those open between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Sundays.

Source: Dahlonega Shopping, checked Oct 19, 2026

Is parking free in downtown Dahlonega?

Yes. The downtown authority counts about 300 free spaces on and around the Public Square plus three free lots with 140 spaces. Its parking page was last edited in 2022.

Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026

What is the sales tax in Dahlonega?

The sales tax rate in Lumpkin County, including Dahlonega, is 8%, which includes Georgia's 4% state rate, per the Georgia Department of Revenue chart effective October 1, 2026.

Source: Georgia DOR, checked Oct 19, 2026

How far is Dahlonega from Atlanta?

The Visitors Bureau says Dahlonega is about one hour north of Atlanta, at the end of GA-400, and lists Atlanta as 71 miles away.

Source: Visitors Bureau, checked Oct 19, 2026

When is the Lighting of the Square in 2026?

The organizer's schedule lists the Lighting of the Square on Friday, Nov 27, 2026, 3 to 8 p.m., at the Dahlonega Visitors Center. The Visitors Bureau's Christmas page still shows 2025 details, so we use the organizer's date.

Source: Christmas in Dahlonega, checked Oct 19, 2026

What is the building in the middle of the Square?

It is the Dahlonega Gold Museum, in the 1836 Lumpkin County Courthouse. Georgia State Parks lists it open Monday to Saturday 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Source: Georgia State Parks, checked Oct 19, 2026

Is this the City of Dahlonega's website?

No. Dahlonega Shopping is an independent guide published as a Gold Peach Realty community guide. It is not affiliated with the City of Dahlonega, the DDA, the Visitors Bureau, the University of North Georgia or any shop.

Source: Dahlonega Shopping, checked Oct 19, 2026

Living near the Square

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