Spring is just around the corner, and one of the best times to Explore Gwinnett, one of Atlanta's most family-friendly destination, and one of Atlanta's top "playgrounds" for recreation and family fun.
Watch the pros at the PGA Champions Tour Greater Gwinnett Championship April 15-21, where top players like Tom Watson, Fred Funk, Rocco Mediate, Corey Pavin, Mark Calcavecchia and Bernhard Langer will complete for the $1.8 million dollar purse.
Don't miss TreeTop Quest, where you'll have a blast conquering their treetop obstacle course and multiple ziplining challenges. The Atlanta Braves AAA affiliate, the Gwinnett Braves, kicks off their season in April, and tickets are as low as $6. Atlanta's only Medieval Times will let you cheer for jousting knights on horseback while feasting ona bountiful 4-course meal.
Festivals, free movies, concerts and special events - there is something almost every weekend. Head to our cool downtowns - Suwanee, Norcross, Buford, Lawrenceville or Duluth - for great dining, live music, cool shops & free events.
Arts & music lovers - head over to the award-winning Aurora Theatre or to Eddie Owen Presents, where legendary promoter Eddie Owen hosts the best singer/songwriters every week. Or wander the outdoor sculptures at the free Suwanee SculpTour.
Shoppers will love the Southeast's largest mall, Mall of Georgia, the outlets of Sugarloaf Mills, or Gwinnett Place Mall, home of the international MegaMart. Open-air boutique shopping can be found at Avenue at Webb Gin and the Forum Shops at Peachtree Parkway. The Global Mall is tops for ethnic shopping gifts, foods and more.
Reserve your hotel room online online. You'll find great rates, with a range of hotels. Gwinnett County is an easy drive into nearby Stone Mountain or downtown Atlanta, where visitors will enjoy the the new Dolphin Exhibit at the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coke, Centennial Olympic Park, Piedmont Park and watching the Atlanta Braves at Turner Field. Movie buffs shouldn't miss taking an Atlanta Movie Tour, where the Big Zombie Tour is guided by walkers from the popular show The Walking Dead!