WEEKEND EVENTS MAY 30 – JUNE 1, 2025
FESTIVALS AND COMMUNITY EVENTS
Event Name: Hot Air Balloon Festival and Laser Show, Lawrenceville
Event Date & Time: Friday, May 30 and Saturday, May 31, 5 – 11 p.m.
Event Location: Gwinnett County Fairgrounds, 2405 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Lawrenceville
Event Details: Get the whole family out for a great family fun time! See incredible Hot Air Balloons, Monster Show Kites, Lasers and much more! Check that bucket list and get a ride on an actual Hot Air Balloon! Enjoy live music, craft and retail vendor booths, food vendors and more. Each night after dusk (about 9 p.m.) all balloons with light up in unison with a visually stunning show. https://www.exploregwinnett.org/event/gwinnett-balloon-glow-%26-laser-show/2810/
Event Name: Foxfire Night Hikes, Helen
Event Date & Time: Saturday, May 31 and Sunday, June 1 (and weekends through June 28), 8 – 10 p.m.
Event Location: Anna Ruby Falls, 3455 Anna Ruby Falls Rd., Helen
Event Details: This unique guided experience provides visitors with the rare opportunity to witness foxfire bioluminescence. Foxfire is a natural occurrence caused by bioluminescent fungi that emit a soft eerie light. The phenomenon is created by a chemical reaction that enables the fungi to produce a greenish glow. Guests at Foxfire Night Hikes will travel along a 0.8 mile (round-trip) paved trail up to the base of Anna Ruby Falls, viewing foxfire and learning more about the nocturnal world of the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest along the way. To purchase tickets, visit https://gofindoutdoors.org/events/foxfire-night-hikes-at-anna-ruby-falls/.
Event Name: TGIF! Inflatables, Water Slides and Games, Cumming
Event Date & Time: Friday, May 30, 12 – 8 p.m.
Event Location: Cumming City Center, Lou Sobh Amphitheater, 423 Canton Rd., Cumming
Event Details: TGIF! End the week with bounce houses, water slides, and games! The Cumming City Center is teaming up with Jump N Jacks Moonwalks to make Friday even better. It’s $10 for unlimited play per person. Join us every Friday during the summer! You can find details on events at the Cumming City Center at https://cummingcitycenter.com/events/.
Event Name: Inaugural Sips of Summer Festival, Cumming
Event Date & Time: Saturday, May 31, 1 – 4 p.m.
Event Location: Cumming City Center, Lou Sobh Amphitheater, 423 Canton Rd., Cumming
Event Details: Kick off the summer with the first ever Sips of Summer at the Cumming City Center! Enjoy samplings of beer, wine, seltzers, spirits, and live music at the Lou Sobh Amphitheater! Buy your tickets today http://www.thewelltix.com.
Event Name: 10th Annual Fast Cars and Mason Jars Car Show, Mt. Airy
Event Date & Time: Saturday, May 31, 12 – 6 p.m.
Event Location: 1896 Dicks Hill Pkwy, Mt. Airy, GA
Event Details: Kick off the Grand Opening in Mount Airy, GA with the 10th Annual Fast Cars and Mason Jars car show! There will be music by Saints of East and great food choices by Leather & Lace Events. Car awards will be announced at 4:00. The event is noon to 6:00 p.m. Find out all the details at https://exploregeorgia.org/mount-airy/events/culinary-food-wine-beer/fast-cars-and-mason-jars-car-show-grand-opening-of-rm-rose-distillery.
Event Name: 4th Annual Barrow Fire Foundation Car, Truck and Bike Show, Winder
Event Date & Time: Saturday, May 31, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Event Location: Bethlehem Church, 985 Hog Mountain Rd., Winder
Event Details: Join us for the 4th Annual Barrow Fire Foundation Car Show, a day filled with cars, community spirit, and support for a great cause! This exciting event will showcase a wide variety of vehicles, from vintage beauties to modern muscle, with all judging conducted by students from Apalachee High School. Whether you're a car enthusiast or just looking for a fun day out, come enjoy the show, connect with local first responders, and help support the Barrow Fire Foundation in its mission to assist firefighters and their families. Get details online at https://www.facebook.com/events/2380629068965774/.
Event Name: Splash Night, Sugar Hill
Event Date & Time: Friday, May 30, 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Event Location: The Plaza 5039 W Broad St., Sugar Hill
Event Details: Cool off this summer at Splash Night. Be one of the first 100 people to arrive and receive a small gift to kick off the festivities. Enjoy local vendors, community groups, the Stormwater department, live music, and food trucks at Splash Park, located behind City Hall. As the sun begins to set, settle in for a movie at The Bowl. Bring the family out for this evening of fun! You can find all the details online at https://cityofsugarhill.com/events/event/splash-night-2025/.
Event Name: Sunday Funday, Braselton
Event Date & Time: Sunday, June 1, 12 – 4 p.m.
Event Location: Braselton Town Green, 9924 Davis St., Braselton
Event Details: Everyone is invited to this Sunday Funday Summer Market — happening from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM all summer long at the beautiful Braselton Town Green. You’ll find over 30 amazing vendors, delicious food trucks, music, games, activities and family fun. The best part is that it is all free to the public! Whether you're looking to shop, play, or simply relax and picnic on the green, there’s something for everyone.
Event Name: Mirth & Mischief, Helen
Event Date & Time: Now Through May 31, Weekends
Event Location: Uhuburg Castle, 571 Ridge Rd., Helen
Event Details: Mirth & Mischief is more than just a night out; it’s an unforgettable, immersive journey that will ignite your imagination and keep you dancing into the wee hours! Don’t miss this immersive show with breathtaking performances, spellbinding dragons and grand adventures you can be a part of. Friday and Saturdays are for adults only. Sunday is family day. Enjoy castle tours, themed activities, an artisan mini village, and themed entertainment at family-friendly fairy frolic on Sunday afternoons. Find details and tickets online at https://mirthandmischief.live/.
Event Name: Luminocity’s Dino Safari Festival, Buford
Event Date & Time: Now Through June 15
Event Location: Mall of Georgia, 3333 Buford Dr., Buford
Event Details: LuminoCity’s Dino Safari Festival is returning to Atlanta! You are invited back into an awe-inspiring prehistoric world, bringing life-sized, roaring dinosaurs to life with vibrant light art. The festival combines cutting-edge animatronics featuring over 70 life-sized dinosaurs, along with hundreds of stunning light sculptures. Interactive Dino-themed attractions include the Dino Bounce House, Dino Speedway, a Safari Train Ride, and much more. Aspiring paleontologists can dig for fossils and treasures in the Safari Dig and Fossil Hunt. Adults and children can enjoy delicious food truck offerings amid the convenience of our Food and Relaxation Zone. Visit https://www.luminocityfestival.com/ to reserve your tickets.
MUSIC AND THEATER
Event Name: Sunset Strip, Cumming
Event Date & Time: Saturday, May 31, 7-9 p.m.
Event Location: Cumming City Center, Lou Sobh Amphitheater, 423 Canton Rd., Cumming
Event Details: Join us for the Summing Concert Series at the Lou Sobh Amphitheater. Sunset Strip plays the best party hits from the 70s, 80s to the 2000s. Admission and parking are free for the community. No coolers, outside food, outside alcoholic beverages, cans, glass bottles, or smoking allowed. Friendly dogs on leash are welcome! Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets to sit on. Get details on this event at https://cummingcitycenter.com/events/.
Event Name: Harvest Moon, Tribute Band, Dahlonega
Event Date & Time: Saturday, May 31, 7:30 p.m.
Event Location: Holly Theatre, 69 West Main St., Dahlonega
Event Details: Harvest Moon pays tribute to the legendary careers of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young and Neil Young, whose timeless songs have defined the music of a generation. Get your tickets at https://hollytheater.com/.
Event Name: Waitress: The Musical, Lawrenceville
Event Date & Time: Now Through June 15
Event Location: Lawrenceville Arts Center, 125 N. Clayton St., Lawrenceville
Event Details: Experience the heartwarming tale of "Waitress," featuring Sara Bareilles' enchanting music and lyrics, and join Jenna on her journey of hope and self-discovery as she pursues her dreams in this delightful Broadway show. Get tickets at https://my.lvilleartscenter.com/overview/138877.
