
Events
The Portal Heritage Society hosts several events throughout the year to raise money for preservation efforts.
Turpentine Festival
October 4, 2025
The Turpentine Festival is held annually to celebrate the history of making of turpentine in Portal, GA. The still is one of three operating stills in Georgia. During the festival, residents from Portal and surrounding areas can buy turpentine, turpentine soap, and rosin potatoes.

Trunk or Treat
October 31, 2025
Bring the whole family for a fun and safe evening at our Trunk or Treat event! Kids can enjoy collecting candy from creatively decorated car trunks, showing off their costumes, and making special memories with friends and neighbors.

Christmas Festival & Toy Giveaway
December 13, 2025
Christmas time is a wonderful time of year and the Portal Heritage Society tries to make sure all the kids in the community are able to have a nice Christmas. We have a Christmas parade, festival when parents can shop for last minute Christmas gifts, and kids get to take pictures with Santa and get a gift.