Free events in Gwinnett County, GA

The season concludes with the last Flicks on the Bricks at Duluth Town Green, highlighted by a screening of Disney and Pixar’s Coco. Before the film, Downtown Duluth offers live music, cultural activities, food trucks, and themed entertainment. Mariachi Americana performs at the Top of Town Green, followed by an interactive performance that leads into the movie. Around the area, Parsons Alley features live music and complimentary themed face painting, while Main Street hosts food trucks serving dinner and treats. The Coco Culture Trail invites exploration of stations featuring ofrendas, calaveras, alebrijes, and more. Food trucks include Azucar Cuban Cuisine, Chay J’s New Orleans Candies, The Funnel Cake Guys, King of Pops, Pico’s Hotdogs and Street Tacos, Real Crepes, and Viva Pita. Admission is free.

VOI Event Space & Lounge presents a Haitian-themed night highlighting bouillon and fritay, pairing flavorful dishes with Caribbean rhythms and an upbeat atmosphere. Konpa and other island sounds set the tone while guests take in a lively scene filled with culture and energy. Admission is free for this event, and the focus is on nonstop good vibes from start to finish.

Every weekend, you can bring a friend at no charge. Present this event at the front desk and your friend’s usual $15 guest fee will be waived. Guests must be at least 18, and standard club policies remain in effect. For full details, speak with the club staff.

The market ushers in the season with a fresh lineup of produce from the fields. Early highlights include hearty brassica cooking greens, crisp radishes, romaine heads and salad mixes, green onions, dill, hakurei turnips, green beans and more. Following close behind are Unagi cucumbers, a range of cherry and heirloom tomatoes, carrots, beets, onions, watermelons, collards, basil, marigolds, red, white and blue potatoes, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, cilantro, snap peas, and both summer and winter squash, along with a few surprises.

Metalsome Tributes brings Costumes, Masks & Make Up to 37 Main in downtown Buford, Georgia, honoring artists who turned concerts into visual spectacles with standout costumes, makeup, masks, stage characters, and theatrical production. This one-night tribute assembles vocalists and musicians from across Georgia for performances connected to the theme. Rather than centering on a single band or artist, the show features a rotating sign-up lineup, with a new combination of players on every song for a continually shifting set. All ages are welcome, admission is free, seating is first come, first served, and no tickets or reservations are required.

Gwinnett County Public Schools holds a Board of Education work session each month in the Board Room at the Instructional Support Center in Suwanee. The public can attend to learn more about how the school system operates and the programs it offers. If attending in person is not possible, a livestream is available and recordings can be viewed later. Community feedback is welcomed by emailing board members, speaking directly with a board member at local school or community events, sending a letter, contacting the representative for your district, or interacting with the board on its official social media channels. Information is also provided on how to address operational concerns at the school level, along with resources that explain the responsibilities of school board members. Details such as agendas, decorum, livestream and video access, and future meeting dates are available.

American Mahjong enthusiasts gather on Wednesdays at Brightside Cafe in Buford for open play in a welcoming, supportive setting. The emphasis is friendly competition, with players aiming for wins and applauding each other’s success. There is no fee to participate, and purchasing a drink or snack is encouraged to support the cafe, which employs adults with special abilities. Players often bring their preferred tile sets, and everyone should bring their own card. The group is coordinated by Joyful Mahjong, with communication handled through GroupMe, and Angela with Joyful Mahjong can add participants. Games are social rather than for points or money, and an occasional trinket may be awarded for a mahjong. Open play is intended for those who already know the basics or have taken a class and are ready to play. Newer players receive help at the table, while complete beginners can be connected with lessons through Joyful Mahjong to get ready for future open play.

Canteen127 at American Legion Sugar Hill hosts a Wing-it Wednesday wing special alongside Texas Hold'em poker. Jumbo wings cost $1.27 each, and the poker game is free with a chance to take home a $100 tournament prize.

The Board of Education holds its monthly business meeting in the Board Room at the Instructional Support Center. The meeting highlights school system achievements, offers a public comment period, and includes votes with explanations of the decisions made. Those who stay through the close can hear final remarks from Board members that directly address the community. It is also a formal opportunity to address the governance team, with procedures for speaking available online. If attending in person is not possible, a livestream and recorded archive are available. Community feedback can be shared by emailing board members, speaking with a member at local school or community gatherings, sending written correspondence, contacting the appropriate district representative, or engaging on official social media channels. Information about policies under review and how to suggest edits, steps for resolving school-level concerns, and details such as agendas, decorum, and future meeting dates can be found on the district’s website.