GRTM Blog

Hello L. David,

The dog days of summer are here, and Gwinnett has plenty of ways to beat the heat! Take a dip at the pool, cool off at an interactive fountain, or chill out at an indoor event!

Splash Play Day | August 2

10:00am – noon | E. E. Robinson Park | Free (ages 3+)

Join Be Active Gwinnett for a summer splash with games, ice pops, and a waterslide!

Clay Creations | August 15

6:00pm – 8:00pm | Pinckneyville Park | $12 (ages 7+)

Learn the basics of clay handbuilding and create a work of art.

“She Believed She Could!” Artist Reception | August 16

6:30pm – 8:30pm | Pinckneyville Park | Free

Meet artist Tamara Gammon and explore her art.

Back to School Fishing Derby | August 17

9:30am – 11:30am | OneStop Centerville | $2

Bring your rod and reel in some fun with a kids' competition and prizes. Bait provided; no fishing license needed.

South Gwinnett Job Fair | August 17

1:00pm – 4:00pm | Lilburn Activity Building | Free (ages 16+)

Come out to meet with employers in the community!

Dream Pageant | August 24

6:00pm – 9:00pm | Gwinnett Historic Courthouse | $21/contestant (ages 16+); $11/guest

Everyone is a winner at this pageant for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

A Gametastic Family Night! | August 30

6:00pm – 8:00pm | George Pierce Park | $7

Enjoy everything from esports and board games to crafts and STEM challenges, with dinner and dessert.

Kids Night: Glow Party | August 2

5:30pm – 9:00pm | Bogan Park | $12 (ages 7 – 12)

Drop off the kids to play games, create crafts, and make friends.

Back to School Glow Party | August 9

6:00pm – 8:00pm | Lucky Shoals Park | $8 (ages 7 – 12)

Light up the night with music, games, and light refreshments.

Kids Night: Cool Escape | August 16

5:30pm – 9:00pm | OneStop Buford & OneStop Norcross | $12 (ages 7 – 12)

Treat the kids to a fun night out with games, crafts, and dinner.

Back to School S.T.E.A.M. | August 17

10:00am – 1:00pm | Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center | Free

Kick off the school year with science, technology, engineering, art, and math fun!