Calendar of Events

Save the date for fun festivals and exciting events taking place all year round

January

The Ice Rink at Sugar Hill, Sugar Hill City Hall

Lace up your skates and glide around the Southeast’s largest portable ice-skating rink (the same size as Rockefeller Center) from late November to early February. haidrink.com

Georgia Swarm Opener, Gas South Arena

The professional indoor lacrosse team is on the field for a new season, running through April. georgiaswarm.com

The Fly Fishing Show, Gas South Convention Center

Fishers will fall hook, line, and sinker for this consumer fly fishing show offering speakers, classes, demos, products, a film festival, and more. flyfishingshow.com

North Atlanta Home Show, Gas South Convention Center

Shop home-related products and services from more than 150 companies and find inspirational displays and presentations. northatlantahomeshow.com

This two-day fest features talented artists selling a variety of pieces, live demonstrations and entertainment, kids activities, and delicious food and drinks. suwaneefest.com

May

Mitsubishi Electric Classic

Watch the legends of the game compete at this premier golf tournament on the PGA TOUR Champions. mitsubishielectric classic.com

Art on the Chattahoochee, Jones Bridge Park, Peachtree Corners

Artists showcase their work on the banks of the Chattahoochee, while kids make crafts and sidewalk chalk art. gwinnettparks.com

Lilburn Food Truck Tuesdays, Lilburn City Park

Visit the food trucks and enjoy live entertainment the second Tuesday of the month, May through October. cityoflilburn.com

June

Flicks on the Green, Peachtree Corners Town Green

Snack on popcorn and sweet treats while enjoying free iconic films. June through October. peachtreecornersga.gov

Gwinnett Pride, Thrasher Park, Norcross

Join in on a celebration of diversity and music at one of the largest pride events in the state. gwinnettpride.org

Suwanee Summer

Porch Jam, Old Town Suwanee

Cheers to Beers

Recently named the best beer festival in the country by USA Today ’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, the Suwanee American Craft Beer Fest takes place every March in Town Center Park and guarantees a good time. Sample more than 400 craft beers from around the country, play games like cornhole and giant Jenga, and chow down on bites from local food trucks. suwanee beerfest.com

Live at the DTL Concert Series, Lawrenceville Lawn

Enjoy free live music concerts on the lawn though September. downtownlawrencevillega.com

Movies on the Lawn, Lawrenceville Lawn

Visit the food trucks or pack your own picnic before catching a family-friendly flick. The free series, held the second Friday of each month, runs through July. downtownlawrencevillega.com

All You Can Meat

Enjoy an old-fashioned summer block party and celebration, complete with music, food, and beverages. suwanee.com

July

Sparks in the Park, E.E. Robinson Park, Sugar Hill

Enjoy a spectacular fireworks display, live music, and more. cityofsugarhill.com

Sparkle in the Park, Lilburn City Park

Lilburn’s biggest annual event includes music, food trucks, and of course, fireworks. cityoflilburn.com

Prepare your appetite for this annual flavor extravaganza. During Gwinnett Burger Week in March, each participating restaurant prepares a signature burger for only $10. Past burgers have included a range of flavor inspirations, from banh mi to PB&J to Philly cheesesteak. exploregwinnett.org/gwinnett-burger-week

Jazz in the Alley, Downtown Norcross

This monthly summer event (July through September) brings live jazz to Betty Mauldin Park—plus chef specials from local restaurants. thejazzinthealley.com

Summer Kids Festival, Peachtree Corners Town Green

Let the kids run wild with obstacle courses, rock climbing, face painting, prizes, music, and more. peachtreecornersga.gov

August

Duluth Art Month

Enjoy outdoor dance, music, and theater performances; take an art walk in Parsons Alley; and participate in an art-themed scavenger hunt. duluthga.net

African American Culture and Arts Festival, Town Center Park, Suwanee

The family-friendly event is free and will feature live performances of music, poetry, and dance throughout the day, along with food trucks and other vendors. aacaf.net

September

Duluth Fall Festival,

Duluth Town Green

This seasonal celebration draws 100,000 visitors for a parade, 5K run, concert, carnival, and silent auction. duluthfallfestival.org

Suwanee Fest, Town Center Park

This annual two-day celebration returns with nearly 200 vendors and exhibitors, a parade, a kids area, and entertainment acts, including acrobats, bands, and dance groups. suwaneefest.com

Gwinnett County Fair, Gwinnett County Fairgrounds

It’s the best of downhome fun at this annual fair, including livestock shows, pageants, BMX stunts, carnival rides, and the requisite sweet treats and fried food. gwinnettcountyfair.com

Buford Corn Maze

Explore the five-acre maze, ride ponies, pet farm animals, jump around on a giant pillow, hop on a hayride, and more throughout the fall. bufordcornmaze.com

A Wheel Good Time

Admire more than 300 distinctive British automobiles and classic motorcycles at the Atlanta British Car Fayre, which takes place every September. Stop by the Car Boot Sale, the British version of a yard sale with people selling items from the backs of their vehicles (aka from the boot), and come hungry for traditional English food. atlantabritishcarfayre.com

Every September, expe rience the rich culture of Japan—without leaving Gwinnett—at JapanFest , one of the longest-running festivals celebrating the country in the U.S. Shop Japanese goods, dine on delicious international cuisine, sample sakes, watch martial arts demonstrations, and visit the Anime Village. japanfest.org

October

Norcross

Art Splash, Historic Downtown Norcross

Welcome fall by perusing folk art, jewelry, photography, a wine market, and other offerings from regional artisans, all while enjoying tasty bites, live music, and rides. splashfestivals.com

Howl on the Green, Duluth Town Green

Bring kids, friends, and pets for a night of sweet treats, great food, and spooky entertainment, including fire dancers and mystical creatures. duluthga.net

Lawrenceville Ghost Tours

Every night in October, Aurora Theatre hosts a 90-minute tour of the town’s scariest haunts. There’s also a cemetery tour and pub crawl. auroratheatre.com