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Gwinnett offers a variety of family-friendly events to enjoy!
Posted on April 23, 2024 by GRTM Communications
 
May 2024
 
Hello L. David,
 
May is abloom with recreational fun in the great outdoors. From overnight campouts to catch-and-release fishing, Gwinnett offers a variety of family-friendly events to enjoy!    
 
Join us for Kids to Parks Day!
Did you know you can boost your well-being by simply going outside? From physical and cognitive to social and emotional development, outdoor play is essential to children reaching milestones as they grow.
 
Kids to Parks Day is the perfect time to tap into the power of nature! Organized by National Park Trust, this annual campaign connects kids and families with local, state, and national parks and public lands through thousands of events that promote outdoor discovery and exploration.
 
Here in Gwinnett, we’ve got more than 50 parks to check out, plus free Kids to Parks Day events at several locations on Saturday, May 18 from 10:00am to 1:00pm with games, crafts, and activities. Don’t miss this opportunity to spark wonder, fuel imaginations, and ignite a love of the natural world!
 
Fun for Everyone
Jones Bridge Camp Out | May 3 – 4
6:00pm ­– 9:00am | Jones Bridge Park | $15/person (ages 5+)
Pack your gear for a night under the stars with dinner and breakfast provided.
 
5:00pm ­– 9:00pm | Best Friend Park | Free
Celebrate an evening of international experiences with food, performances, and vendors.
 
 
6:00pm ­– 9:00am | Lenora Park | $15/person
Enjoy a family campout with dinner, a nature hike, s’mores, and breakfast treats.
 
9:00am ­– noon | Lenora Park | Free
Reel in some lakeside fun at this catch-and-release event! No fishing license required.
 
10:00am ­– 1:00pm | George Pierce Park | Free
Take charge of your health with screenings, vendors, giveaways, and more.
 
2:00pm ­– 4:00pm | Gwinnett Historic Courthouse | $36/person
Celebrate Mom with sweet treats, fun activities, and a crafty gift.
 
10:30am ­– 12:30pm | Lucky Shoals Park | $6/person (ages 18+)
A fun day of therapeutic recreation for those with disabilities.
 
10:00am ­– 1:00pm | OneStop Buford | Free
Kick off summer with games, music, and activities.
 
Train Day | May 18
10:00am ­– 2:00pm | Vines Park | Free
Explore the rails and trails at the seasonal opening of the Vines Garden Railroad! 
 
 
Kids and Teen Events
6:00pm – 9:30pm | Bogan Park Aquatic Center | $8/child (ages 6 – 12)
Have a splash with swimming, games, crafts, and dinner.
 
Kids Night: Cool Escape | $12/child (ages 7 – 12)
May 10 | 5:30pm – 9:00pm | OneStop Buford
May 17 | 5:30pm – 9:00pm | OneStop Norcross
Treat the kids to a night out with games, crafts, and dinner.
 
Summer Camps
Adventure Camp (ages 5 – 13) | June 3 – July 26 | multiple locations
Discovery Camp (ages 5 – 13) | May 28 – August 2 | Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center
Kidsplosion Camp (ages 7 – 13) | May 28 – July 26 | Lenora Park and OneStop Centerville
Specialty Camp (ages 3 – 17) | June 3 – August 2 | multi-locations
 
Just for Seniors
11:00am ­– 1:00pm | Dacula Park | $5/person
Picnic and pitch with lunch and lawn games.
 
9:30am ­– 1:00pm | George Pierce Park | Free
Compete in a fun tournament to win a prize.
 
1:00pm ­– 3:00pm | Bethesda Park | $4/person
Dress up for afternoon tea with dainty bites.
 
10:00am ­– noon | Pinckneyville Park | $12/person
Learn hand-building basics and create a work of art!
 
1:00pm ­– 3:00pm | OneStop Norcross | $10/person
Get your groove on with music, dancing, trivia, and door prizes.
 
1:00pm ­– 3:00pm | Bogan Park | $5/person
Share your favorite things from yesteryear with guessing games and refreshments.
 
1:00pm ­– 3:30pm | Bethesda Park | $18/person
Get artsy in this instructor-led paint party with sweet treats and a take-home masterpiece.
 
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