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The Forest’s Gifts of Food: Medicine and Craft As Practiced By the Native Americans
📍 Roberts Library
Presented by Mark Warren, “The Forest’s Gifts of Food: Medicine and Craft As Practiced By the Native Americans” demonstrates the valuable lessons and skills regarding how the Indigenous inhabitants of the Southeast used native plants for food, medicine, insect repellent, craft, and fire. Mark Warren is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of Georgia. At Medicine Bow, his nationally renowned wilderness school in the mountains of Dahlonega, GA, he teaches nature classes and primitive survival skills. In 1980, The National Wildlife Federation named him Georgia’s Conservation Educator of the Year. In 1998 Mark became the U.S. National Champion in whitewater canoeing, and in 1999 he won the World Championship Longbow title. Mark has written extensively about nature for local and national magazines and has researched Western frontier history for more than 50 years presenting at museums and cultural centers around the country. He has 18 traditionally published books. He has been honored by the Spur Awards, The Historical Novel Society, the Will Rogers Medallion Awards, The New Mexico – Arizona Book Awards, and in 2022 Mark was honored with a Georgia Author of the Year Award for his book Song of the Horseman (Literary Fiction Finalist.) This event is free and open to the public.
26-USA Softball Military National Championship
📍 Riverbend Park
26-USA Softball Military National Championship Dates: July 31- Aug 2, 2026 Riverbend Park Adult Military Director: Ron Mann
Dalton Cage Wars
📍 Dalton Convention Center
Get ready for an adrenaline-filled night of action at Dalton Cage Wars, the premier Cage Fighting Championships event in Dalton, GA, where fans come together to experience the raw intensity, energy, and nonstop excitement of live cage fighting. From the moment the lights dim and fighters enter the cage, the arena becomes electric with anticipation. Every matchup delivers hard-hitting action, dramatic moments, and the kind of edge-of-your-seat excitement that keeps the crowd roaring from the opening bell to the final decision. Come feel the passion, hear the crowd erupt after every big moment, and witness the thrill of live combat sports in Dalton like never before at Dalton Cage Wars.
Dalton Grand Prix
📍 Whitfield County Courthouse
Presented by TopView Sports + United Way of Northwest Georgia August 22–23, 2025 | Cohutta & Downtown Dalton, GA Join us for an action-packed weekend of cycling, community, and impact! The Dalton Grand Prix is back, and it's bigger than ever as the official Georgia State Championship Race. This two-day event attracts elite athletes and cycling fans from 10+ states for road races, time trials, and criterium action. Whether you're a racer, volunteer, or local supporter, there's a place for you in the excitement.
FUJI BJJ Chattanooga Fall Championships
📍 Dalton Convention Center
2026 USA Powerlifting GA State Championship
📍 Dalton Convention Center
Level Up Championships
📍 Dalton Convention Center
2026 Dalton Brawl presented by Valhalla Wrestling
Dalton Brawl Dalton, Georgia | December 19, 2026 | Dalton Convention Center A Premier Youth Wrestling Tournament in North Georgia The Dalton Brawl takes over the Dalton Convention Center on Saturday, December 19, 2026, offering one of the most polished youth wrestling tournament experiences in Georgia and the Southeast. Hosted by Valhalla Wrestling, the Dalton Brawl attracts wrestlers from Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, North Carolina, and beyond, creating a competitive yet welcoming environment for youth and middle school athletes. This event is ideal for wrestlers looking to close out the year with strong competition ahead of championship season. 🔥 Why attend the Dalton Brawl: ✅ Deep competition from across the Southeast ✅ Large, high-quality venue with full-size mats ✅ Custom awards for top finishers ✅ Certified officials and efficient scheduling Open to wrestlers competing under AAU Wrestling, USA Wrestling, Nuway, and other leagues—no cards required. 🔥 What to expect: Age Divisions: Youth & Middle School Format: Individual Tournament – Short Sessions – On-time Start Experience: Digital scoring, professional operations, great spectator experience Venue Advantage: Spacious convention center built for large-scale tournaments The Dalton Brawl is a must-attend youth wrestling tournament in Georgia, delivering high-level competition with a first-class experience. 📩 Contact: [email protected]