Emo Nights, Easter Delights & Crazy Flipper Fingers

Your Guide to the Golden Isles for April 10-13

April 10, 2025

Spring weekends here hit different — think live music under the oaks, photo ops with the Easter Bunny, and yes... a good old-fashioned pinball showdown. Here’s what’s going on across the Isles…

🎉 What’s Happening Around the Isles: April 10–13 🎶🐣

Spring weekends here hit different — think live music under the oaks, photo ops with the Easter Bunny, and yes... a good old-fashioned pinball showdown. Here’s what’s going on across the Isles:

Thursday, April 10

🎨 Recycled Art Exhibit – The Ritz Theatre, Brunswick
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Creative, clever, and eco-friendly. Students and local artists show off their recycled masterpieces in this imaginative exhibit, presented in partnership with Keep Brunswick-Golden Isles Beautiful.
More info: https://www.goldenislesarts.org/events

🎬 Cinema Gourmet: Raiders of the Lost Ark – The Ritz Theatre, Brunswick
6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
An epic adventure with Indy, a gourmet tasting from Indigo Coastal Shanty, and a curated film talk—all in one night. This month’s Cinema Gourmet pick? Spielberg’s whip-cracking classic.
More info: https://www.goldenislesarts.org/events

🥚 Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt – Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation, Brunswick
Ongoing through April 20
Hunt eggs and explore history all at once. A charming Easter twist at this historic rice plantation.
More info: https://gastateparks.org/HofwylBroadfieldPlantation

Friday, April 11

🏃‍♀️ Run for Relay 5K – Mary Ross Waterfront Park, Brunswick
Evening Event
Support a great cause and stretch your legs during this scenic 5K benefiting the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life.

🎸 Cheers to Six Years: Emo Nite – The Ritz Theatre, Historic Downtown Brunswick
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Break out the black eyeliner — it’s an emo blowout like no other. Celebrate six years of Reid’s Apothecary with live performances by Crawford Perkins, Adam and the Steves, White Lighter Club, and Hot Banana Coffee. It’s gonna be loud, angsty, and awesome.

🎶 Live Music at Various Venues

  • Bennie's Red Barn (St. Simons Island) – Phil King at 9:00 PM

  • Brogen's South (Pier Village) – 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

  • Mullet Bay (St. Simons Island) – The Frost Bros Band, 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Saturday, April 12

🎣 OTF Fly Fishing Festival & Film Fest – Downtown Brunswick
All Day Event
Reel in a good time with casting demos, hands-on clinics, and the International Fly Fishing Film Festival. Perfect for anglers of all levels.
More info: https://www.flyfilmfest.com/brunswickga/

🎤 Golden Isles Battle of the Bands – Queen and Grant, Brunswick
12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Local bands go head-to-head for glory. Food trucks, drinks, and all-day tunes for a good cause. $25 admission.
Tickets & info: https://safeharborcenterinc.networkforgood.com/events/83530-golden-isles-battle-of-the-bands-with-champion-foster-hayes

📸 Pictures with the Easter Bunny – Beaus & Babes Boutique, Downtown Brunswick
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Hop on over to Beaus & Babes for adorable photo ops with the Easter Bunny! A perfect pre-Easter moment for the kiddos — and the Instagram feed.
More info: https://www.instagram.com/beausandbabesboutique/

🎶 Live Music at Various Venues

  • Gnat’s Landing (SSI) – Squirt Gun, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

  • The Wharf (Jekyll Island) – Backbeat Boulevard, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Sunday, April 13

🎮 The Pinball Palace Old School Pinball Tournament – Brunswick
12:00 PM
Flip out! It’s flippers, bumpers, and bragging rights at The Pinball Palace. All are welcome to compete in this high-score showdown. $25 entry fee.
Reserve your spot via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepinballpalace

🎶 Live Music at Various Venues

  • Barrier Island Brewing (SSI) – Andrew Turner, 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM

  • Beach House (Jekyll Island) – Tim Akins, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

  • Village Inn & Pub (SSI) – Phil King, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

That’s the local line-up, y’all! From bunny pics to battle-of-the-bands bangers, and even a full-on emo night revival — Golden Isles has your weekend handled.

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