Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival at Callaway Gardens

FSU Flying High Circus

6/1/2013 to 8/2/2013

The Florida State "Flying High" Circus is composed of talented college students who train and perform in the circus as an extracurricular activity. Their daring acrobatic acts keep audiences on the edge of their seats. They entertain guests with trapeze acts, juggling routines, balancing acts, tight... read more

Callaway Gardens Fly Fishing School June 2013

6/22/2013 to 6/23/2013

Attend weekend fly-fishing school at Callaway Gardens June 22-23, 2013, to learn the graceful art of fly-fishing from certified instructors during prime time for fly-fishing in most parts of the country. Day One consists of classroom instruction, casting practice and lake fishing. Day Two focuses on... read more

Callaway Gardens Adventures in DSLR Photography: Mastering Close-Up and Macro

6/22/2013 to 6/23/2013

This two-day intermediate-level workshop begins in the classroom, covering topics such as challenges in macro photography, managing limited depth of field, focusing techniques, equipment and gear, using flash and artistic considerations. The morning session begins with an exclusive opportunity to shoot... read more

Callaway Gardens. Adventures in DSLR Photography: Mastering 4th of July Fireworks

7/4/2013

Adventures in DSLR Photography: Mastering 4th of July Fireworks is part of the Callaway Gardens Digital SLR Photography Workshop Series. The workshop begins July 4, 2013, at 6 p.m. with a two-hour discussion on discovering the possibilities and overcoming the challenges of night photography. Then, participants... read more

Callaway Gardens Fly Fishing School July 2013

7/27/2013 to 7/28/2013

Bring the whole family to Callaway Gardens for a weekend to learn the graceful art of fly-fishing from certified instructors on July 27-28, 2013. Children 12 and up are welcome. Day One consists of classroom instruction, casting practice and lake fishing. Day Two focuses on river and stream fishing,... read more

Callaway Gardens Fly Fishing School August 2013

8/24/2013 to 8/25/2013

Learn the graceful art of fly-fishing from certified instructors on Aug. 24-25, 2013, at Callaway Gardens. Day One consists of classroom instruction, casting practice and lake fishing. Day Two focuses on river and stream fishing, and includes a trip to the nearby Flint River to cast for shoal bass. ... read more

Callaway Gardens: Mastering Night Photography at the Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival

8/30/2013 to 9/1/2013

Part of the Callaway Gardens Digital SLR Photography Workshop Series, the Mastering Night Photography workshops during the Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival offer abundant photo opportunities. The event starts Friday night when the balloons are set up along the bank of Robin Lake for a coordinated "balloon... read more

Callaway Gardens Foundations in DSLR Photography: A Beginner's Guide

9/7/2013

This workshop is designed for those new to DSLR photography. Topics include the digital photography workflow, how a DSLR works, features and brands, buttons and controls, care of your camera, essential accessories, media cards, batteries, tripods, lenses, computers, monitors and photo post-processing... read more

Callaway Gardens Foundations in Photography II: Creative Photography Beyond Auto Mode

9/14/2013

This Sept. 14, 2013, workshop is designed to give you the information and skills necessary to operate the camera without the assistance (and confines) of the camera's automatic exposure mode. The workshop begins with a demonstration of why the automatic exposure mode is severely limiting your potential... read more

Callaway Gardens Foundations in DSLR Photography II: Skill Builder Photo Shoot with Instructor

9/15/2013

Includes Gardens admission. Limited to 20 participants. Must attend February 2 workshop.The Foundations II Workshop continues with an optional photo shoot with instructor Jim Henderson. In this four-hour segment, participants get more practice in the field working with their newly learned concepts from... read more

Callaway Gardens Fly Fishing School September 2013

9/21/2013 to 9/22/2013

Attend weekend fly-fishing school at Callaway Gardens Sept. 21-22, 2013, to learn the graceful art of fly-fishing from certified instructors. In autumn, common catches include one- to two-pound shellcrackers on the fly rod. Day One consists of classroom instruction, casting practice and lake fishing... read more

Callaway Gardens Foundations in Photography III: Mastering Focus

9/28/2013

This photography workshop is designed to assist participants with mastery of focus and exposure. Topics include: understanding autofocus, understanding manual focus, achieving an accurate focus with stationary subjects and subjects in motion, understanding exposure, understanding exposure meters and... read more

Callaway Gardens Foundations in Photography III: Skill Builder Photo Shoot with Instructor

9/29/2013

The Foundations III Workshop on Sept. 29, 2013, at Callaway Gardens follows the Foundations III Mastering Focus and Exposure class on Sept. 28, 2013. This is an optional photo shoot with the instructor. In this four-hour segment, participants get even more photography practice working with the new concepts... read more

Callaway Gardens Adventures in DSLR Photography: Adobe Lightroom I

10/5/2013 to 10/6/2013

This two-day workshop is designed as an introduction to Adobe's newest software for digital photographers. Bring your laptop and work along with the instructor. Once you start using Lightroom, you will wonder how you ever managed without it. This workshop is strictly limited to 20 participants. Register... read more

Callaway Gardens: Basket Weaving; Gathering Basket

10/12/2013

Discover the joy of weaving an heirloom Wall  Basket at this Callaway Gardens workshop. Instruction will include basic basket weaving techniques and would be appropriate for beginner and intermediate basket weavers.  Use your creativity with natural materials to decorate and make it your own.  All... read more

Callaway Gardens Fly Fishing School October 2013

10/19/2013 to 10/20/2013

Attend weekend fly-fishing school at Callaway Gardens Oct. 19-20, 2013, to learn the graceful art of fly-fishing from certified instructors. In autumn, bass and bream are enjoying the cooler temperatures and willing to accept a well-placed fly. Day One consists of classroom instruction, casting practice... read more

Callaway Gardens Photography: Mastering the Nightscape - Fantasy in Lights

11/11/2013 to 11/12/2013

Visit Callaway Gardens for a unique opportunity to take photos of Fantasy in Lights before it opens to the public. The workshop starts in the classroom with a review of camera and exposure settings and tips for getting great images. Then, participants take a private trolley through the light and sound... read more

Callaway Gardens Fly Fishing School November 2013

11/16/2013 to 11/17/2013

Attend weekend fly-fishing school at Callaway Gardens Nov. 16-17, 2013, for the last opportunity of the year to participate in our two-day school and a beautiful time to visit Callaway Gardens. Learn the graceful art of fly-fishing from certified instructors. Day One consists of classroom instruction... read more

Callaway Gardens Thanksgiving Feasts

11/28/2013

Bring the family to Callaway Gardens for a delicious buffet prepared by our talented chefs. Dinner with all the trimmings will be served at the Plant Room Restaurant (12 p.m.-4 p.m.), the Mountain Creek Ballroom (12 p.m.-4 p.m.) and the Gardens Restaurant (11:30-3 p.m.). To view the mouth-watering menus... read more

Celebrate Spring! at Callaway Gardens

3/21/2014 to 4/27/2014

Spring is the most glorious time of year at Callaway Gardens. 20,000 azaleas in splendid bloom, mountain laurel, dogwoods, daffodils and daisies provide the backdrop for exciting activities, workshops and guided hikes. Celebrate the beauty of Spring at Callaway Gardens with many family activities among... read more

Callaway Gardens Annual Plant Fair and Sale

3/27/2014 to 3/31/2014

Head to Callaway Gardens with a plant list and a vehicle large enough to take home all of the great finds from the Callaway Gardens Plant Fair and Sale, March 21-24, 2013. Choose from garden-décor, gardening books and tools, as well as an array of flowering plants and shrubs, including many unique varieties... read more

Easter Egg Hunts, Sunrise Service and Brunch at Callaway Gardens

4/19/2014 to 4/20/2014

Visit Callaway Gardens on Easter weekend for egg hunts, buffet meals, a sunrise service and the natural beauty of the gardens. All ages are invited to participate in the Callaway Gardens Easter Egg Hunts on Saturday, March 30, 2013, from 2 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Robin Lake Beach.  The Easter Bunny will... read more

Atlanta Symphony Orchestra at Callaway Gardens

4/19/2014

Enjoy an evening of Symphony on the Sand at Callaway Gardens® with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO) on Friday, April 26, 2013, at 8 p.m., when the talented ASO musicians will take the stage on Robin Lake Beach.  "For four years now we have been mesmerized by the performance of the Atlanta Symphony... read more

Mother's Day Brunch at Callaway Gardens

5/11/2014

Surprise the most important lady in your life with a delicious Mother's Day Brunch at Callaway Gardens on Sunday, May 12, 2013. As a special bonus, mothers enjoying this Callaway Gardens brunch in the Plant Room will receive a complimentary pass to enjoy Callaway Gardens, valid for Mother's Day.  The... read more