Discover Gwinnett County Festivals, Fairs and Events - Below are lists of festivals, fairs, holiday and special events in Gwinnett County. Please call listings contact numbers for times, fees and other information. Stay and Play in GA!
Daddy-Daughter Valentine Dance - 2/10/12 at 7-9 pm
Swing your favorite valentine around the dance floor and enjoy a festive atmosphere with light refreshments. Age 4-up; $10/person; pre-registration required by 2/9 - Code: GPCC14100. Phone: 770.831.4173 - Address: George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center, 55 Buford Hwy., Suwanee, GA
Daddy-Daughter Valentine Dance - 2/10/12 at 7-9 pm
Celebrate the season of love at our Community Recreation Center! Dress your best and bring your sweetheart to enjoy a festive atmosphere with music, delicious snacks and fun activities. Age 4-up; $10/person; pre-registration required by 2/9 - Code: PPCC14100. Phone: 770.417.2200 - Address: Pinckneyville Park Community Recreation Center, 4650 Peachtree Ind. Blvd., Norcross, GA
Family Valentine Dance - 2/10/12 at 7-9 pm
Bring your family to Rhodes Jordan and celebrate the season of love! Music, dancing, games and light refreshments provided. Family photographs available, so dress your best! All ages; $10/person; pre-registration required by 2/9, call - RJCC14101. Phone: 770.822.5414 - Address: Rhodes Jordan Park Community Recreation Center, 100 E Crogan St. Lawrenceville, GA
Father-Daughter Valentine Dance - 2/11/12 at 6-9 pm
She’ll be your little princess on a gentlemen’s arm as you celebrate a memorable evening! Dress to impress and enjoy music, dancing, games and a keepsake photo. Snacks and desserts will be served. All ages, $5/person; pre-registration required by 2/9, call - Code: LSCC14190. Phone: 770.723.9516 - Address: Lucky Shoals Park Community Recreation Center, 4651 Britt Road, Norcross, GA
Valentine’s Day Dinner and Dance - 2/14/12 at 6:30-9 pm
Think outside the ‘chocolate’ box this year! Bring your sweetheart for a romantic evening of dinner and dancing this Valentine’s Day in the beautiful Superior Court Ballroom. Ladies receive a red rose upon arrival, and then enjoy light appetizers followed by dinner, dessert and live music throughout the evening. Your registration includes a souvenir photo and door prize drawing, too! $60/couple advanced registration by 2/10 - Code: GHCH14503. Phone: 770.822.5450 - Address: Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 Crogan Street, Lawrenceville, GA
Movie Night - 2/18/12 at 6 pm
Bring your blankets or lawn chairs and join us for a movie night on a large screen inside the dry and toasty gym! Hotdogs, pizza and other yummy movie concessions will be available for purchase (cash only for concessions); no outside food allowed. All ages, $3/person for Gwinnett residents, call - Code: BFGY14193. Phone: 770.417.2212 - Address: Best Friend Park Gym, 6224 Jimmy Carter Blvd., Norcross, GA
H.O.O.K.E.D Teen Club - 2/18/12 at 10 am - 2 pm
Teens~ you can make a difference! Join the challenge in drug and alcohol prevention with HOOKED (Helping Others Organize Kreative Everyday Differences). HOOKED teens are trained as leaders in their communities and assist with a variety of exciting activities and events throughout the county. Grades 7-12. Call for info. Phone: 770.418.2331 - Address: Shorty Howell Park Activity Building, 2750 Pleasant Hill Road, Duluth, GA
Senior Tour of Chick-fil-A Corporate Headquarters - 2/22/12 at 8 am - 6 pm
Truett Cathy took a tiny Atlanta diner and transformed it into Chick-fil-A, the nation’s second largest quick service chicken restaurant chain. Wear comfortable shoes for the hour-long tour of the headquarters, see his antique car collection, enjoy lunch and more! $10.50/person (including Chick-fil-A sandwich, coleslaw and medium drink). Additional food items may be purchased. Age 50-up; call to register or visit www.gwinnettparks.com. Code: RJCC14150. Phone: 770.822.5414 - Addresses: Pick-up at George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center, 55 Buford Hwy., Suwanee at 8:15am, Bethesda Park Senior Center, 225 Bethesda Church Rd., Lawrenceville at 8:45am.
Artic Aid Aqua Triathlon - 2/25/12 at 8 am - 1 pm Polar Bear Swim - 2/25/12 at 11 am - 1 pm
A tri-AQUA-thon competitive triathlon event all in the water - 10 minutes each of aqua running, aqua cycling, and swimming. Or you can take the plunge down a tower slide into the outdoor leisure pool! (Hot tubs will be nearby for you to thaw out after the event.) Age 15-up; pre-registration required for T-shirt; $26/person minimum donation/registration fee includes long-sleeve T-shirt, light snacks and prizes. Proceeds to benefit Living Waters International at www.water.cc . (Additional donations gladly accepted). Register online at www.gwinnettparks.com. Artic Aid Aqua Triathlon use Code: MPAC11998. Polar Bear Swim use Code: MPAC11999. Call to register for get more info. Phone: 770.564.4650 - Address: Mountain Park Aquatic Center, 1063 Rockbridge Road, Stone Mountain.
Senior Leap Day Lunch - 2/29/12 at 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Celebrate having an extra day in 2012 with the staff at Bogan Park! Join us for a soup and salad lunch and Bingo. Bring a white elephant prize to add to the fun! Age 50-up; $6/person; pre-registration required, call - Code: BPCC14126. Phone: 770.614.2060 - Address: Bogan Park Community Recreation Center, 2723 North Bogan Road, Buford.
Yard Sale & Craft Fair - 3/3/12 at 9 am - 3 pm
It’s time to sell the stuff that has accumulated in your house or apartment and turn it into cash! The sale is inside the gym, so weather is not a problem! Spaces include 1 table and 2 chairs; only $20/space for Gwinnett residents; $25/space for non-Gwinnett resident. Gwinnett County reserves the right to disallow items deemed inappropriate, no food items are allowed to be sold. Free Admission! Call to reserve your spot - Code: BFGY14194. Phone: 770.417.2212 - Address: Best Friend Park Gym, 6224 Jimmy Carter Blvd., Norcross, GA
H.O.O.K.E.D Teen Club - 3/3/12 at 10 am - 2 pm
Teens can make a difference! Join the challenge in drug and alcohol prevention with HOOKED (Helping Others Organize Kreative Everyday Differences). HOOKED teens are trained as leaders in their communities and assist with a variety of exciting activities and events throughout the county. Grades 7-12, Call for info and to register. Phone: 770.418.2331 - Address: Shorty Howell Park Activity Building, 2750 Pleasant Hill Road, Duluth, GA
Bridal Brunch and Learn - 3/10/12 at 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
Congratulations on your engagement - now it’s time to start planning your special day! Join us for brunch and a fashion show to learn and hear from wedding industry leaders about the latest trends and how to make the most of your wedding planning experience. There will be door prizes, too! Schedule an appointment for a one on one consultation with select vendors. $12/ person, advanced reservations required - Code: GHCH14015. Limited seating, call to register. Phone: 770.822.5450 - Address: Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 Crogan Street, Lawrenceville, GA
Senior Trip to Queens University Chamber Singers - 3/16/12 at 9 am - 3 pm
Join us as we enjoy the Chamber Singers of Queens University concert at Spivey Hall at Clayton State University. The Chamber Singers are an auditioned group performing the finest choral repertoire from all periods. Enjoy a buffet style Southern lunch at Buckner’s Family Restaurant after the concert. (Bring $15 in cash or check for lunch as Buckner’s does not accept credit cards.) Age 50-up; $16/person (not including lunch), call to register - Code: BPCC14155. Phone: 770.614.2060 - Addresses: Pick-up at 9 am at George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center, 55 Buford Hwy., Buford, GA and at 9:30am at Bethesda Park Senior Center, 225 Bethesda Church Road, Lawrenceville, GA
Run for Your Wife! Dinner Theatre - 3/17/12 at 6-9 pm
In partnership with New Dawn Theatre of Duluth, this murder mystery dinner show is suspenseful and thrilling to watch. Enjoy a delicious buffet meal before an exciting evening of laughter and mystery. Dinner is 6:00pm-7:00pm and the show begins at 7:00pm. All ages; $45/person, pre-registration required, call to register - Code: PPCC14116. Phone: 770.417.2200 - Address: Pinckneyville Park Community Recreation Center, 4650 Peachtree Ind. Blvd., Norcross, GA
H.O.O.K.E.D Teen Club - 3/17/12 at 10 am - 2 pm
Teens~ you can make a difference! Join the challenge in drug and alcohol prevention with HOOKED (Helping Others Organize Kreative Everyday Differences). HOOKED teens are trained as leaders in their communities and assist with a variety of exciting activities and events throughout the county. Grades 7-12. Call for info. Phone: 770.418.2331 - Address: Shorty Howell Park Activity Building, 2750 Pleasant Hill Road, Duluth, GA
Park’nership - 3/17/12 at 10 am - 12 Noon
Join us in beautifying Gwinnett’s parks in an exciting and rewarding opportunity to come together and serve with other volunteers in your parks! Call to register - Code VOLR14120. Phone: 770.418.2331 - Address: Ronald Reagan Park, 2777 Five Forks Trickum Road, Lawrenceville, GA
Yard and Craft Sale - 3/24/12 at 9 am - 3 pm
Clean out your garage and closets and get your craft items ready to sell. Event is held rain or shine, no refunds. Free Admission! Reservations required for sellers. All spaces will be outside and are the size of one parking space; only 10 x10 canopies allowed. No food items are allowed to be sold. Vendor space is limited so register early! $20/space, call to register - Code: SHAB14018. Phone: 770.814.4914 - Address: Shorty Howell Park Activity Building, 2750 Pleasant Hill Road, Duluth, GA
Spring Fam Jam/Therapeutic Recreation - 3/24/12 at 11 am - 1 pm
Special Needs kids celebrate spring with fun crafts, scavenger hunt for all levels of participants a yummy lunch picnic and an inflatable for younger kids! All ages, with a caregiver/family member. $5/person, Pre-registration required by 3/20, call - Code: RJCC07101. Phone: 770.822.5414 - Address: Rhodes Jordan Park Community Recreation Center, 100 E Crogan St., Lawrenceville, GA
Aquatic Facility Operator Course - 3/27 - 3/28/12 at 8 am - 5 pm
A nationally recognized certification course offered in partnership with National Recreation and Parks Association and Georgia Recreation Association. $250/full course or $100/recertification. Pre-registration required, call to register. Phone: 770.822.8849 - Address: Mountain Park Activity Building, 1063 Rockbridge Road, Stone Mountain, GA
Bunnies, Baskets & Bonnets for Seniors - 3/30/12 at 9:30-11:30 am
Hop on over, enjoy light refreshments and join us as we “bring out the kid in you”! Bring your basket for this egg-straordinary egg hunt and wear your decorated bonnet or hat to be judged for prizes. Lite refreshments will be served. Age 50-up; $5/person; pre-registration required by 3/23, call - Code: BPSC14151. Phone: 770.564.4680 - Address: Bethesda Park Senior Center, 225 Bethesda Church Road, Lawrenceville, GA
Enchanted Evening Home School Prom - 3/30/12 at 6:30-9:30pm
It’s sure to be an Enchanted Evening with dinner, music and dancing! Come dressed to impress and masked to hide in your most creative mask! Open to all 9th through 12th grade home schooled students; $35/person or $60/couple; pre-registration required by 3/26; call - Code: GHCH14505. Two parent chaperones needed to attend. Parent email and phone number required when registering. Phone: 770.822.5450 - Address: Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 Crogan Street, Lawrenceville, GA
Bunny Bash Breakfast - 3/31/12 at 9 am - 12 Noon
Hop on in for breakfast and pictures with your furry friend, the Easter Bunny! Fun crafts and Easter egg hunts, too! Ages 3-12 (parents must attend with child). $5/child; parents may attend free, but are $5/each to enjoy breakfast. Pre-registration required by 3/29, call - Code: LSCC14130. Phone: 770.723.9516 - Address: Lucky Shoals Park Community Recreation Center, 4651 Britt Road, Norcross, GA
Learn to “B” a Beekeeper” - 3/31/212 at 10 am - 12 Noon
An introduction to the hobby of beekeeping while sampling different types of honey, too. Learn the lifecycle of the honeybee and its’ role in our eco-system and observe a hive under the tutelage of a master beekeeper. All ages; $10/person; pre-registration required by 3/20, call - Code: GPCC14180. Phone: 770.831.4173 - Address: George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center, 55 Buford Hwy., Suwanee, GA
Spring Break Family Kick Off - 3/31/12 at 10 am - 4 pm
Save your gas, and enjoy a fun stay-cation in Gwinnett! This all day, fun filled family event where you can play volleyball, badminton, horse shoes, basketball and other fun activities! Plus a special Kid’s Only Yard Sale, food vendors and carnival games! Free admission! $10/wrist band for games. $20/yard sale booth or $50/food vendors. Concession or Kid’s Only Yard Sale vendors, call to register. Phone: 770.822.5414 - Address: Rhodes Jordan Park Community Recreation Center, 100 E Crogan St., Lawrenceville, GA
Ant Hill Live - 3/31/12 at 11 am - 1 pm
Enjoy an entertaining stage performance engaging and educating audiences on the important life lessons of P.R.A.C.T.I.C.E. and Teamwork! The audience-participation performance comes alive with larger than life characters! All ages; $10/person, pre-registration required, call - Code: PPCC14113. Phone: 770.417.2200 - Address: Pinckneyville Park Community Recreation Center, 4650 Peachtree Ind. Blvd., Norcross, GA
Line & Swing Dance Marathon - 3/31/12 at 6 pm - 12 Midnight
It’s nothin’ but dancing in the gym! Follow along to country, hip-hop and pop music for all levels of dancing in line and swing. Drinks are provided, bring a dish to share. Age 15-up; $4/person; call - Code BFGY14195. Phone: 770.417.2212 - Address: Best Friend Park Gym, 6224 Jimmy Carter Blvd., Norcross, GA
Best Friend Club - 2nd Thursday at 11:30 am - Phone: 770-723-9516 - Address: Lucky Shoals Park Community Recreation Center, 4651 Britt Rd, Norcross, Georgia
Bogan Gold Wing - 2nd Wednesday at 11 am - Phone: 770-614-2060 - Address: Bogan Park Community Recreation Center, 2723 N Bogan Rd, Buford, Georgia
Dacula Rainbow - 1st Tuesday at 11:30 am - Phone: 770-822-5414 - Address: Dacula Park Activity Building, 2735 Old Auburn Ave, Dacula, Georgia
Get Up & Go - 2nd Tuesday at 11:30 am - Phone: 770-822-5414 - Address: Rhodes Jordan Park Community Recreation Center, 100 East Crogan St, Lawrenceville, Georgia
Evergreen - 4th Tuesday at 11:30 am - Phone: 770-723-9516 - Address: Mountain Park Activity Bldg, 1063 Rockbridge Rd, Stone Mountain, Georgia
Good Age - 1st Tuesday at 11:30 am - Phone: 770-417-2200 - Address: Pinckneyville Park Community Recreation Center, 4650 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Norcross, Georgia
Lawrenceville Fun Time Club - 1st Friday at 11:30 am - Phone: 770-564-4680 Address: Gwinnett Senior Recreation Center at Bethesda Park, 225 Bethesda Church Rd, Lawrenceville, Georgia
Mountain Drifters - 2nd Thursday at 11:30 am - Phone: 770-723-9516 - Address: Mountain Park Activity Bldg, 1063 Rockbridge Rd, Stone Mountain, Georgia
Shorty Howell Hi-Steppers - 1st Thursday at at 11 am - Phone: 770-840-4914 Address: Shorty Howell Park Activity Building, 2750 Pleasant Hill Rd, Duluth, Georgia
Suwanee Goodtimers - 2nd Tuesday at 11 am - Prime Timers Pointe - Phone: 770-831-4173 Address: Prime Timers Pointe at George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center, 55 Buford Hwy, Suwanee, Georgia
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