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Gainesville celebrates 30 years since 1996 Olympic Games
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Event attendees at The Boathouse at Lake Lanier on Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Gainesville. The Lake Lanier Olympic Park Foundation hosted a ticketed event to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the games. Photo by Ashtin Barker
In July 1996, Gainesville hosted rowing and sprint canoe/kayak competition.