The best things to do in Douglas County

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Chapel Hills Golf Club keeps Douglas County golfers happy with a semi-private vibe where friends become regular foursomes and the clubhouse…

3300 Golf Ridge Blvd (Douglasville)

Chapel Hills Golf Club keeps Douglas County golfers happy with a semi-private vibe where friends become regular foursomes and the clubhouse feels like home. Joint membership with Mirror Lake means 54 holes to play, legit dining, and a steady lineup of social events that make weeknights feel special.

From the Douglas County newsletter, September 9, 2026

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If your weekend playlist needs brass and big harmonies, GreyStone Amphitheater is hosting September In The Park this Saturday, August 8, a…

6840 Church St (Douglasville)

If your weekend playlist needs brass and big harmonies, GreyStone Amphitheater is hosting September In The Park this Saturday, August 8, a spot-on tribute to Earth, Wind & Fire and Chicago. Grab your people, lean back on the lawn, and let the horns handle the vibes.

From the Douglas County newsletter, September 4, 2026

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Thunderzone

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Craving an easy family win this week? Thunderzone brings Douglasville the good stuff with traditional and VIP cosmic bowling, a massive…

3140 Bright Star Rd (Douglasville)

Craving an easy family win this week? Thunderzone brings Douglasville the good stuff with traditional and VIP cosmic bowling, a massive two-story laser tag arena, an arcade stacked with new hits, plus a legit Bar & Grill and billiards… grab friends and make a night of it.

From the Douglas County newsletter, September 7, 2026

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West Pines Golf Club keeps its 18-hole track in top condition, with practice facilities, a full-service pro shop, and the West Pines Grille…

9090 Rose Ave #1625 (Douglasville)

West Pines Golf Club keeps its 18-hole track in top condition, with practice facilities, a full-service pro shop, and the West Pines Grille for the after-round bite. This week, grab a tee time or a lesson and make those fairways feel like home.

From the Douglasville newsletter, September 14, 2026

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Regal Arbor Place

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Theater complex with multiple screens featuring new release films, plush seating & concession stand.

6600 Douglas Blvd (Douglasville)

Theater complex with multiple screens featuring new release films, plush seating & concession stand.

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Nightmare's Gate Haunted House packs three haunted houses into one spot, turning your evening into a full-on horror movie with scare…

3844 Longview Dr (Douglasville)

Nightmare's Gate Haunted House packs three haunted houses into one spot, turning your evening into a full-on horror movie with scare actors, fog, and strobe-soaked scenes. Round up the bravest friends this week and see who cackles, who yelps, and who pretends they weren't scared.

From the Douglas County newsletter, September 12, 2026

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Legacy Arena

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Legacy Arena is lining up everything from community milestones to artsy nights, and the next one is Mocktails & Masterpieces on Thursday,…

9030 GA-5 (Douglasville)

Legacy Arena is lining up everything from community milestones to artsy nights, and the next one is Mocktails & Masterpieces on Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 7 pm. Check the calendar this week and lock in your plans before your group chat decides for you.

From the Douglas County newsletter, September 10, 2026

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Sweetwater Creek State Park delivers shady creekside trails to the New Manchester mill ruins, bluff-top views of rushing rapids, and…

1750 Mt Vernon Rd (Lithia Springs)

Sweetwater Creek State Park delivers shady creekside trails to the New Manchester mill ruins, bluff-top views of rushing rapids, and laid-back paddling on George Sparks Reservoir. Park rangers lead informative hikes throughout the year, so you can learn a little while you wander.

From the Douglas County newsletter, September 13, 2026

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Boundary Waters Park has your all-weather pool fix with an 8-lane, 25-yard heated competition pool and a separate heated…

5000 GA-92 (Douglasville) · ✓ checked Aug 27

Boundary Waters Park has your all-weather pool fix with an 8-lane, 25-yard heated competition pool and a separate heated therapeutic/teaching pool, plus miles of equestrian and hiking paths, ball fields, disc golf, and a fishing pond. A solid spot to cross-train your weekend, Douglas County style.

From the Douglas County newsletter, September 2, 2026

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Need a low-key reset this week? Freedom Shooting Center ATL lets you reserve a lane, get real practice in, and level up with classes that…

11947 Veterans Memorial Hwy (Douglasville)

Need a low-key reset this week? Freedom Shooting Center ATL lets you reserve a lane, get real practice in, and level up with classes that actually teach, not lecture. The pro shop is stacked with firearms, ammo, and gear so you can walk in curious and walk out confident.

From the Douglas County newsletter, September 11, 2026

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Turns out half your errands double as film trivia. The Douglas County Film Trail maps a self-guided route to spots from Stranger Things,…

12431 Veterans Memorial Hwy (Douglasville) · ✓ checked Aug 21

Turns out half your errands double as film trivia. The Douglas County Film Trail maps a self-guided route to spots from Stranger Things, The Walking Dead, The Hunger Games and more, complete with on-site markers. Grab a friend, pick a few stops, then humblebrag you live in Hawkins.

From the Douglas County newsletter, August 30, 2026

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