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Gwinnett’s Got Plans—Do You?
From fairs to fests to late-night ghost tours, the county’s serving up more than enough ways to fill your weekend.
Travis Cooper
September 18, 2025
Weekend ROI: Return on Interesting
This weekend, Gwinnett’s got range. From ferris wheels and fried Oreos at the County Fair, to Suwanee Fest’s small-town-meets-big-crowd energy, to ghost stories under the Lawrenceville streetlights.
It’s not just events — it’s vibes. You can grab a funnel cake, win a rare plant at bingo, or wander into a trivia game that proves you really did learn something in high school. And if none of that hits? There’s always the couch, a blanket, and the shows we’ve scouted for you.
The point isn’t how you spend the weekend. It’s that you spend it on your terms.
So ride the rides, catch the bands, or ghost the whole scene — just don’t scroll past The Loop.
– Coop
Cold Brew vs. Hot Coffee: Pick Your Poison
This isn’t just about caffeine — it’s about identity. Are you the type who thrives on an iced caffeine hit that tastes like confidence in a mason jar? Or do you still worship the classic: hot, bitter, and best consumed before you’ve spoken to another human being?
We’re not here for safe answers or lukewarm takes. This is a battle of preference, ritual, and maybe even pride.
It’s not about being right. It’s about what gets you through the day.
So cast your vote. Drop your hottest take (pun intended). Or just lurk silently with your refill—we know you’re caffeinated either way.
Is Cold Brew Coffee Better than Hot Coffee? |
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📅 The Essentials
Clear Skies, Cloudy Decisions
🎯 FRIDAY – September 19, 2025
Duluth
🎵 Rock The Block: Live & Loud Fridays
Bands, food trucks, and all the energy of an outdoor Friday night. Kick off the weekend with some loud music & community vibes.
📍 Duluth Town Green | ⏰ 6:30–9:00 PM
🔗 Event Details
Lawrenceville
🎢 Gwinnett County Fair Late Night
Rides, carnival games, live performances, and fair food under the lights. Stay out late, enjoy the excitement.
📍 Gwinnett County Fairgrounds, 2405 Sugarloaf Pkwy | ⏰ 5:00 PM until… late
🔗 Fair Info
Lawrenceville / Lilburn Area
👻 Lawrenceville Ghost Tours
Take a 90-minute evening walk through some of Gwinnett’s oldest streets, with storytellers sharing ghost tales and local myths (if you dare).
📍 Lawrenceville Arts Center | ⏰ 7:30–9:00 PM
🔗 Tour Details
🎯 SATURDAY – September 20, 2025
Lawrenceville
🎡 Gwinnett County Fair
Unlimited rides, shows, games, and all the fried food you can handle. A full day of county fair fun.
📍 Gwinnett County Fairgrounds, 2405 Sugarloaf Pkwy | ⏰ 11:00 AM–Late
🔗 Fair Info
Suwanee
🎪 Suwanee Fest
Two days of community celebration with food, music, parades, and vendors. Bring the family and soak up the small-town vibes.
📍 Town Center Park | ⏰ All Day
🔗 Event Details
Lawrenceville
📚 Literary Arts Festival
Celebrate local authors, artists, and storytelling on the courthouse lawn. Free and open to all.
📍 Gwinnett Historic Courthouse | ⏰ 3:00–7:00 PM
🔗 Event Details
Lawrenceville
🍀 Rare Plant Bingo
Play bingo, win rare plants, and meet fellow plant lovers in this quirky, green-thumb night out.
📍 T&T Plants and Things | ⏰ 7:00–9:00 PM
🔗 Event Details
💺The Couch Potato
🎥 “Binge Like You Mean It”
Your weekend screen time should hit harder than your weekday meetings. We’re serving up four shows with real plot, real edge, and zero filler. Whether you’re hiding from your inbox, avoiding small talk, or fully committed to becoming one with your sofa—this lineup respects your standards.
From AI-fueled assassins to palace drama and one very murdery 13-year-old, these recs aren’t here to keep you company. They’re here to take over.
 Weapons, MaxxA teacher, missing students, and a town full of secrets. More creep factor than comfort food — built for late-night paranoia. |  Novocaine, Prime VideoA bank heist, a guy who can’t feel pain, and Christmas Eve chaos. Absurd, bloody, and oddly hilarious. |
 Highest 2 Lowest, NetflixSpike Lee + Denzel. A music mogul, a kidnapping, and an empire on the line. Stakes high, dialogue sharper. |  Friendship, HuluA shut-down dad meets a bizarre weatherman. Weird, awkward, and somehow profound. Laugh, cringe, repeat. |
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🍽️ Good Eats: Overstory Rooftop Bar in Duluth, GA
“Elevated Nights, Elevated Bites”
If you’re in the mood for dinner with a view, Overstory Rooftop Bar in Duluth is calling your name. Elevated setting, stylish small plates, and drinks that feel like part of the evening, not just an afterthought.
Expect shareable appetizers (think crispy bits and bold flavors), inventive cocktails, local drafts, and a vibe perfect for lingering. The kind of place where golden hour meets gourmet, and where the view almost outshines the food (but not quite).
📍 Location: Overstory Rooftop Bar, Gas South District, Duluth, GA
🕗 Hours: Weeknights 4 PM – close; Fri/Sat bar open until midnight
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Which Marvel star, famous for playing Spider-Man, was spotted filming in downtown Lawrenceville for a Netflix project earlier this year?
A. Tom Holland
B. Andrew Garfield
C. Tobey Maguire
D. Timothée Chalamet
👉 First to reply with the correct answer wins. Bragging rights included. Gift card optional. Email us at [email protected] with your answer for a chance to win a $25 Amazon Gift Card!
Last Week’s Answer: Stranger Things
Last Week’s Winner: Ashlee Burkell
Until next time,
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