Community

About Watkinsville

The City of Watkinsville is proud of its heritage and what it has accomplished. Learn about the history of our community.

Christmas Festivities

Information about the annual Christmas festivities held within the City of Watkinsville.

ESP

"Extra Special People provides opportunities for individuals with disabilities and their families to engage, connect and thrive."

Harris Shoals Park

The City of Watkinsville works hard at protecting our natural resources. Learn about our efforts.

Covidvaccine

Oconee County's first mass vaccination event has been scheduled for 9 AM to 1 PM on Saturday, April 17. The event will be held at the Oconee County Civic Center at 2661 Hog Mountain Road in Watkinsville. The space and configuration of the Civic Center will allow approximately 50 individuals to be vaccinated and observed at 15-minute intervals. There will be no charge for the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. Registration will be required for the event and will begin at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, April 7. To register, Oconee County residents should visit www.cityofwatkinsville.com/covidvaccine. For those wanting to register via phone, they should call 706-769-5161. This event is being co-sponsored by the Oconee County Government, Athens Masonic District 6 – Prince Hall, and the City of Watkinsville, with vaccines being provided by University Cancer and Blood Center.

Cemetery

Information on the historic Watkinsville Cemetery located on Simonton Bridge Road, owned and cared for by the City of Watkinsville, Georgia.

Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation

The Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation, Inc. (OCAF) promotes cultural arts and artists and provides art education to the citizens of Oconee County and the northeast Georgia area.

Rocket Field

Health & Wellness Resources

A list of local community resources available to support the health and wellness needs of citizens.

Tourism & Events

Learn about our annual events that attract visitors from all around.

Watkinsville Woods

Welcome Center

Watch the Oconee County welcome video to learn a bit about our community.