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October 2
TUNES BY THE TRACKS
STONE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE
Stone Mountain
Bring your lawn chairs and come listen to some great
music with Caroline Aiken, Diane Durrett & Junebug!
Beer and wine will be available for sale.
7pm-9pm
Free
770-498-8984
http://www.stonemountaincity.org
October 2
EDDIE OWEN PRESENTS: BOB MOULD WITH SPECIAL
GUEST JASON NARDUCY
RED CLAY MUSIC FOUNDRY
Duluth
8pm
$20
678-892-6373
www.eddieowenpresents.com
October 2
FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY
TOWN CENTER PARK
Suwanee
Fabulous food from vendors around Greater Atlanta.
Free musical performances featuring two local bands,
the Book Club (folk/indie band) and The Quarks, a
band formed at Georgia Tech in 2014
5:30pm, 7pm live music
Free
770-945-8996
www.suwanee.com

October 2
MONTHLY MUSIC JAM AT THE VILLLAGE HENNESSY
CADILLAC STAGE
MALL OF GEORGIA THE VILLAGE AMPHITHEATER
Buford
Grab your lawn chairs and blankets at The Village
Hennessy Cadillac Stage and join us for a free concert
with Fire & the Knife Duo. Bounce houses, food
and drink vendors and special retail activations will
be available.
6:30pm
Free
678-482-8788
www.facebook.com/MallofGA
October 2
FIRST FRIDAY CONCERTS: DEJABLUE GRASS BAND
NORCROSS COMMUNITY CENTER
Norcross
Bring a brown bag dinner and arrive early for a table.
7:30pm-9:30pm
Free
770-421-2049
www.aplacetoimagine.com
October 2
LAWRENCEVILLE LIVE!
LAWRENCEVILLE SQUARE
Lawrenceville
Live music
6pm-9pm
Free
770-963-2414
www.facebook.com/cityoflawrenceville

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October 2
FRIDAYS N DULUTH/FLICKS ON THE BRICKS
DULUTH TOWN GREEN
Duluth
Variety of food trucks available and live music. Flicks
on the Bricks Presents: Box Trolls (at dusk)
6pm-9pm
Free
770-476-3434
www.duluthga.net
October 2
DOWNTOWN BRASELTON FARMERS MARKET
DOWNTOWN BRASELTON
Braselton
Shop for fresh produce, then stop into the downtown
shops, which stay open during market hours
4pm-7pm
Free
706-684-0369
www.facebook.com/DowntownBraselton
October 2
FAMILY FUN FRIDAYS & COSMIC CLIMBING
ADRENALINE CLIMBING
Suwanee
Full service, guided indoor rock climbing, includes
harness and free pizza!
6pm-8pm, 8pm-10pm cosmic climbing
$15
770-271-1390
www.adrenalineclimbing.com

October 2-3
PORTRAITS IN GRAY: A CIVIL WAR PHOTOGRAPHY
EXHIBITION
ENVIRONMENTAL & HERITAGE CENTER
Buford
Civil War Photography Exhibition is a Civil War exhibit
focusing on photography of the era. The exhibit is
primarily composed of 70 high-quality enlarged
reproductions of Confederate soldier portraits from
the David Wynn Vaughan Collection, the largest
collection of Confederate images in the United
States. The exhibit explores themes like the daily life
of a soldier, weapons of the Civil War, photography
technology of the Civil War period, children and the
war, and more. The exhibit will include real Civil War
period artifacts and fun hands-on activities. The
timing of this exhibit is ideal because 2015 is the
150th anniversary of the end of the Civil War.
9am-4pm
Free
770-904-3500
https://gwinnettehc.org/event-registration2/?ee=1315

October 2-3
POWER OF CHILDREN: MAKING A DIFFERENCE
ENVIRONMENTAL & HERITAGE CENTER
Buford
History exhibit that shares the stories of Anne Frank,
Ruby Bridges and Ryan White three children who
lives teach us about overcoming obstacles to make a
positive difference in the world.
9am-4pm
Included with admission ($3.50-$10.50)
770-904-3500
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October 2-4, 2015

October 2-3
PETIT LE MANS
ROAD ATLANTA
Braselton
$50-$100
800-849-7223
http://www.roadatlanta.com/petit-le-mans-roadatlanta

October 2-3
12 X 12 XTRAVAGANZA FUNDRAISER
KUDZU ART ZONE
Norcross
11am-4pm
Free
770-840-9844
www.kudzuartzone.org

October 2-3
LIVE LOCAL ARTIST MUSICAL WEEKENDS ON THE
PATIO
HI LIFE RESTAURANT
Norcross
Live music and food specials!
770-409-0101
https//www.facebook.com/TastetheHilife

October 2-4
DIVORCEES, EVANGELISTS & VEGETARIANS
AURORA THEATRE
Lawrenceville
Delivers the joys and especially the frustrations of
single women with a frank, over-the-top honesty that
will make audiences squirm with delight.
Fri-Sat 8pm, Sun 2:30pm
$20-$30
678-226-6222
www.auroratheatre.com

October 2-3
KURTS EURO BISTRO FALL CONCERT SERIES: THE
BAVARIAN DUO
KURTS EURO BISTRO
Duluth
Come out to the Biergarten Outdoor Stage to listen to
some great live music.
6:30pm-9:30pm
Free
770-623-4128
http://kurtsrestaurant.com/events
October 2-3
GEORGIA WATERCOLOR SOCIETY
ART STATION GALLERY
Stone Mountain
Fri 1pm-5pm, Sat 10am-5pm
Free
770-469-1105
www.artstation.org

October 2-4
VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE
AURORA THEATRE
Lawrenceville
Youll only spend a wild weekend with these people,
but you might want to spend the rest of your life with
Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike. The 2013
Tony Award winner for Best Play is Americas most
popular comedy and might be the funniest in a
generation!
Fri-Sat 8pm, Sat-Sun 2:30pm
$30-$55
678-226-6222
www.auroratheatre.com

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October 2-4
SUWANEE SCULPTOUR
TOWN CENTER PARK
Suwanee
Self-guided tour of 15 public art works
Free
770-945-8996
www.suwanee.com

October 2-4
CINDERELLA SENSORY FRIENDLY PERFORMANCE
PRESENTED BY GWINNETT BALLET THEATRE
INFINITE ENERGY THEATER
Duluth
Fri 7:30pm, Sat 2:30pm & 7:30pm, Sun 2:30pm
$12-$20
770-626-2464
www.InfiniteEnergyCenter.com

October 2-4
LAWRENCEVILLE GHOST TOURS
AURORA THEATRE
Lawrenceville
Hear creepy tales of spirits and ghosts while learning a
little about the history and heritage of Lawrenceville.
Walking tour. Purchase tickets at Aurora Theatre in
Lawrenceville.
Fri-Sat 7pm & 9pm Sun 7:30pm
$9-$12
678-226-6222
www.scarystroll.com
October 2-4
CORN DAWGS
CORN DAWGS
Loganville
Corn maze, hayrides, corn hole games, cow train,
mountain slide, petting zoo, pumpkin patch and
more!
Fri 5pm-10pm, Sat 10am-10pm, Sun 10am-7pm
$10-$25, children 2 and under Free
770-786-9000
www.corndawgs.com

October 2-4
BUFORD CORN MAZE
BUFORD CORN MAZE
Buford
Fri-Sat 10am-12midnight, Sun 12pm-10pm
$14 for maze or haunted forest, $22 combo ticket
678-835-7198
www.bufordcornmaze.com
October 2-4
NETHERWORLD HAUNTED HOUSE
GEORGIA ANTIQUE & DESIGN CENTER
Norcross
A walk-through dark attraction filled with terrifying
live actors, amazing special effects, and incredible
monsters.
Fri-Sat 7pm-12midnight, Sun 7:30pm-10:30pm
$22-$50
404-608-2484
www.fearworld.com

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October 2-4
PUMPKIN FESTIVAL
STONE MOUNTAIN PARK
Stone Mountain
Come out and enjoy some cooler weather at Atlanta's
favorite place to celebrate the fall season. Now in its
13th year, Stone Mountain Park's annual Pumpkin
Festival has become a family favorite with kids and
parents alike.
Fri & Sun 10:30am-5pm, Sat 10:30am-7pm followed
by laser show at 8:30pm
Adventure Pass $22-$28 and $15 vehicle entry
770-498-5690
www.stonemountainpark.com
October 3
LIVE! AT FIVE CONCERT SERIES
DOWNTOWN AUBURN
Auburn
Bring chairs or blankets and listen to the live
performance from Matt Olson & Maddie Dabney
5pm
Free
770-963-4002
https://www.facebook.com/City-of-Auburn-GA85370101632
October 3
THE APOSTLES OF BLUE GRASS
EVERETTS MUSIC BARN
Suwanee
Dress up for a fun night and bring the kids!
8pm
Donations welcome
770-945-5628
http://www.everettsmusicbarn.net/

October 3
1ST SATURDAY AVIATION PROGRAM & PANCAKE
BREAKFAST
EAA 690 HANGAR, SPORTS AVIATION COMPLEX AT
BRISCOE FIELD
Lawrenceville
Learn about the Experimental Aircraft Association.
The free program will begin at 10:30am and is open
to the public. An all you can eat breakfast and/or
refreshments available at 8am.
8am-10:30am
$3-$6
404-314-7573
October 3
EDDIE OWEN PRESENTS: JILL ANDREWS ALBUM
RELEASE WITH SPECIAL GUEST JOSH OLIVER
RED CLAY MUSIC FOUNDRY
Duluth
8pm
$15
678-892-6373
www.eddieowenpresents.com

October 3
RALPH RODDENBERY
MUSIC ON MAIN STREET
Lilburn
6pm
$15
770-609-6393
http://www.musiconmainstreetlilburn.com/

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October 3
KOREAN AMERICAN FESTIVAL
KOREAN AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF GREATER
ATLANTA
Norcross
Join us in the festivities of the annual Korean Festival.
Come experience Korean food, music, dance and
artists. Fun for the whole family!
11am-11pm
Free
770-813-8988
www.atlantakoreanfestival.com
October 3
WYNNE-RUSSELL HOUSE GHOST TOUR
WYNNE-RUSSELL HOUSE
Lilburn
The Lilburn Community Partnership offers tours of
this historical city treasure. The house is listed on the
National Register of Historic Places and offers a
glimpse into Lilburns past.
10am-12pm
Free
770-638-2225
http://www.cityoflilburn.com
October 3
7TH ANNUAL TECHIE 5K/10K WALK & RUN
TECHNOLOGY PARK
Norcross
Each year hundreds of health-conscious technologists
participate in this special day of competition and
networking with a portion of the proceeds going
towards the TAG-Education Collaborative.
8am
$30
404-817-333
http://www.tagonline.org/events/techie-5k-10k-runwalk/

October 3
1ST ANNUAL PEACH STATE CHILI COOKOFF
TOWN CENTER PARK
Suwanee
Proceeds benefit the Gift of Adoption Fund. There
will be food & craft vendors, kids area, live music and
more!
12noon-5pm
954-599-4754
www.peachstatechili.com
October 3
6th ANNUAL PUBLIC SAFETY FALL FESTIVAL
COOLRAY FIELD
Lawrenceville
This event will feature fire truck, police motorcycle
and helicopter displays, safety training
demonstrations, kids activities, pet adoptions, and a
softball face-off between the Gwinnett County police
officers and firefighters. Bring the whole family and
you wont want to miss out on the fun!
10am-2pm
Free
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on=displayDetail&eventid=14521
October 3
GEORGIA RACE FOR AUTISM & FALL FESTIVAL
GWINNETT COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
Lawrenceville
Supports SPECTRUM Autism Support Group in
providing camps and clubs for those impacted by
autism in our community. Lots of great activities and
fun for the whole family! Festival will have a petting
zoo, bounce house, hayrides, entertainment, talent
show, face painting, corn-hole game, food and craft
vendors and more!
8am-10:45am race, 8am-12pm festival
$15-$40 race registration, $1-$10 festival
www.georgiaraceforautism.com

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October 3
WALK TO END ALZHEIMERS
DULUTH TOWN GREEN
Duluth
The world's largest event to raise awareness and
funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research. Held
annually in more than 600 communities nationwide
and 16 locations in our region, this inspiring event
calls on participants of all ages and abilities to reclaim
the future for millions
8am registration, 9:30am walk
404-636-9768
http://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2015/GAGeorgia?fr_id=7416&pg=entry
October 3
SUWANEE FARMERS MARKET
TOWN CENTER PARK
Suwanee
Shop for fresh, locally grown foods.
8am-12pm
Free
770-945-8996
www.suwanee.com
October 3
LASERSHOW SPECTACULAR IN MOUNTAINVISION
STONE MOUNTAIN PARK
Stone Mountain
This not-to-be-missed Atlanta tradition promises to
wow your family with state-of-the-art digital graphics
and awe-inspiring laser show effects.
8pm
Free with $15 vehicle admission fee
http://www.facebook.com/stonemountainpark

October 3-4
NORCROSS ART SPLASH
DOWNTOWN HISTORIC NORCROSS
Norcross
One of the most whimsical and colorful art shows in
the country! Come join 180 national and regional
artists and enjoy live entertainment, kids activities
and fun food!
Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm
Free
770-452-1727
http://norcrossartfest.splashfestivals.com
October 3-4
WEEKEND GUIDED CLIMBTIME
ADRENALINE CLIMBING
Suwanee
Full service, guided indoor rock climbing, includes
harness
1pm-6pm
$10 per hour
770-271-1390
www.adrenalineclimbing.com

October 3-4
TREETOP OBSTACLE COURSE & ZIP LINES
TREETOP QUEST
Buford
74 obstacles, 17 zip lines, 6 levels and up to 5 feet
high!
11am-6:30pm
$22-$49
770-904-3547
www.treetopquest.com

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October 3-4
37TH ANNUAL ELISHA WINN FAIR
ELISHA WINN HOUSE
Dacula
Join us for a historic arts and crafts festival hosted by
the Gwinnett Historical Society. There will be lots of
vendors, good food and live bluegrass/country music
by the famed Skillet Lickers.
10am-5pm
Free
770-822-5174
http://www.gwinnetths.org/winnfair.html
October 4
SUNDAY SUPPER GWINNETT BRAVES FOOD TRUCK
EVENT
COOLRAY FIELD PARKING LOT
Lawrenceville
12pm-4pm
Free
404-226-5729
https://www.facebook.com/Sundaysupperfoodtrucks
?fref=ts

October 4
EDDIE OWEN PRESENTS: CHERYL WHEELER, DON
HENRY & JON VEZNER
RED CLAY MUSIC FOUNDRY
Duluth
7pm
$20-$25
678-892-6373
www.eddieowenpresents.com

October 4
14TH ANNUAL SOUTHERN CLASSIC
GWINNETT COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
Lawrenceville
Perfect car show for the enthusiasts that love all
things Chrysler!
9am-4pm
Free admission, $5 parking
770-401-6542
www.northgeorgiamoparclub.com
October 4
HELPING YOUR CHILD SUCCEED IN SCHOOL
TRICKUM MIDDLE SCHOOL
Lilburn
Keynote speaker Kathy Jones, former principal of
Camp Creek Elementary School will lead in a practical
discussion on how to help our children succeed in
school.
1pm-3pm
Free
770-359-9022
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October 4
GWINNETT FOOTBALL LEAGUE CHEER OFF 2015
INFINITE ENERGY ARENA
Duluth
8:30am
$4
770-626-2464
www.InfiniteEnergyCenter.com

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October 4
GWINNETT LIBRARY CELEBRATES 40 YEARS OF
VIETNAMESE-AMERICANS IN GEORGIA
NORCROSS BRANCH
Suwanee
Come and hear inspirational, courageous stories share
by Gwinnett Countys own Vietnamese citizens.
3pm
Free
770-978-5154
https://www.facebook.com/GwinnettLibrary

October 4
CIGAR & WHISKEY CRUISE
LAKE LANIER HARBOR LANDING
Buford
2pm-5pm
$70
770-945-8787
http://www.lanierislands.com/calendar/specialevents
/cigar-scotch-cruise

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