InGwinnett: Enjoy summer's last hurrah

August 2025

Hello Suleica,

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

Get buzzing for the Great Southeast Pollinator Census!

Native bees play a vital role in pollinating Georgia’s fruit and vegetable crops — including blueberries and watermelons — along with wildflowers, shrubs, and trees that protect watersheds and provide food and shelter for other wildlife.

Join the statewide effort to improve pollinator health during the Great Southeast Pollinator Census on August 22 and August 23, and spend 15 minutes logging the pollinators you see at your home, school, or workplace, then submit your findings to GSEPC.org.

Gwinnett is hosting several free pollinator counting events for all ages, including Friday afternoon at the Isaac Adair House in Lawrenceville, Saturday morning at Vines Park in Loganville, and Saturday afternoon at McDaniel Farm Park in Duluth. On August 23, residents can visit Shorty Howell Park from 10:00am to noon for Playtime with Pollinators.

Fun for Everyone

Splash Play Day | August 1

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

Come frolic at the splash pad with games, ice pops, and a waterslide.

Rubber Ducks & Food Trucks | August 2

6:30pm – 9:00pm | West Gwinnett Park Aquatic Center | Pool admission

Waddle over for splashy play and yummy food offerings.

Food Truck Frenzy | August 8

5:00pm – 8:00pm | Rhodes Jordan Park | Free

Bring your blanket for an outdoor picnic with food offerings available for purchase.

Sun Art: Cyanotype Printing | August 9

10:00am – noon | Bogan Park | $8 (ages 7+)

Create beautiful, blue-colored prints with sunlight and water.

Back to School: Fishing Derby | August 16

9:30am – 11:30am | Gwinnett Community Resource Center at Bethany Church Road (formerly OneStop Centerville) | Free

Bring your rod and reel in some lakeside fun! Bait provided; no license needed.

Gwinnett Art Expo! | August 16

11:00am – 4:00pm | George Pierce Park | Free admission

View a showcase of local art for show and sale, plus vendors.

Family Karaoke Night | August 23

6:00pm – 8:00pm | Lilburn Activity Building | $5

Sing your heart out with fun games and light refreshments.

Kids and Teen Events

End of Summer Hoorah | August 2

9:30am – 11:30am | Mountain Park Activity Building | $4 (ages 5 – 12)

Bring a white t-shirt to tie-dye and then hang at the pool.

Nature Scavenger Hunt | August 8

5:30pm – 7:30pm | Lenora Park | $10 (ages 6 – 13)

Find hidden objects and enjoy STEM stations, crafts, and light refreshments.

Back to School: Glow Party | August 8

5:30pm – 8:30pm | Lucky Shoals Park | $10 (ages 7 – 18)

Light up the night with music, dancing, and refreshments.

Teen Club | August 23

2:00pm – 4:00pm | Lilburn Activity Building | $5 (ages 13 – 18)

Hang out, enjoy refreshments, and participate in a community service project.

Kids Night: Cool Escape | 6:00pm – 9:00pm Fridays | $12 (ages 7 – 12)

August 8 | Gwinnett Community Resource Center at Sawnee Avenue (formerly OneStop Buford)

August 15 | Gwinnett Community Resource Center at Georgia Belle Court (formerly OneStop Norcross)

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

Kids Night Swim | 6:30pm – 9:30pm | $15 (ages 6 – 12)

August 22 | Bethesda Park Aquatic Center

Have a splash in and out of the pool with dinner, crafts, and a movie!

Just for Grown-ups!

Senior Bingo | August 11

12:30pm – 2:30pm | Lilburn Activity Building | $5 (ages 50+)

Enjoy fellowship, snacks, and friendly competition!

Boogie Down Bingo | August 20

11:00am – 1:00pm | Pinckneyville Park | $5 (ages 50+)

Dust off your bell-bottoms for groovy fun and games with light refreshments.

Luau Bingo | August 21

1:00pm – 3:00pm | Bogan Park | $5 (ages 50+)

Wear a Hawaiian shirt and bring a snack to share for tropical bingo and light refreshments.

Engage in Aging | August 22

9:00am – 1:00pm | George Pierce Park | Free (ages 50+)

Connect with local agencies at this resource fair with interactive demonstrations and lunch.

Senior Citizen’s Day | August 22

1:00pm – 3:00pm | Bethesda Park Senior Center | Free (ages 50+)

Celebrate with ice cream sundaes, entertainment, and activities.

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