WEEKEND EVENTS MAY 29-31, 2026
FESTIVALS & EVENTS
Event Name: Hall County Community Celebration, Gainesville
Event Date & Time: Friday, May 29, 6 – 9 p.m.
Event Location: Hall County Government Center, 2875 Browns Bridge Rd., Gainesville
Event Details: Join Hall County Government and the Board of Commissioners for a FREE, family-friendly evening of fun, connection and community spirit on Friday, May 29th from 6-9pm! The evening will feature live music from the local band GoodFolk, a variety of food trucks, and activities for all ages, including a free petting zoo and face painting. Get more details at https://www.exploregainesville.org/event/community-celebration-hall-county-government-center/.
Event Name: Sips of Summer Festival, Cumming
Event Date & Time: Saturday, May 30, 1-4 p.m.
Event Location: Cumming City Center, Lou Sobh Amphitheater, 423 Canton Rd., Cumming
Event Details: Get ready to kick off the season at the Third Annual Sips of Summer Fest. This is free to attend! Sip and shop your way through over 20 local vendors and artisans. Enjoy the afternoon sun with live music all afternoon long. This isn’t just a festival – it’s a feel-good experience. Every ticket purchased supports Launch Ability supporting their incredible mission in our community. For unlimited tastings, you can purchase your ticket at https://www.facebook.com/share/1D61gXzhmz/.
Event Name: Movies Under the Stars, Braselton
Event Date & Time: Saturday, May 30, 7 – 10 p.m.
Event Location: Braselton Town Green, 9924 Davis St., Braselton
Event Details: Grab your lawn chairs and blankets and join us for free, family-friendly Movie Under the Stars on the Braselton Town Green. Concessions will be available starting at 7 p.m. Movie starts as soon as it gets dark. Downtown restaurants offer to-go dinners and beverages. May’s featured movie is “Ratatouille” with a food theme. There will be face painting, concessions and more. Get details at www.explorebraselton.com.
Event Name: Hoschton Spring Festival, Hoschton
Event Date & Time: Saturday, May 30, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Event Location: Hoschton City Hall, 61 City Square, Hoschton
Event Details: Enjoy food, face painting, crafts, collectibles, home décor, clothing, candles and more! The square will be transformed into a fun family event that all ages will be sure to enjoy. Entertainment and small carnival type rides will be there, as well as vendors and food trucks. Get details at https://www.cityofhoschton.net.
Event Name: Wine and Wildflower Festival, Cleveland
Event Date & Time: Sunday, May 31, 12:30 – 6 p.m.
Event Location: Serenity Cellars, 265 Laurel Ridge Rd., Cleveland
Event Details: Our third Wine & Wildflower Festival is just around the corner! Enjoy a day filled with live music by Christian Jones and Tim Nave, local artisan vendors, and amazing food by The Egg Roll Boyz. Seating is first come, first served, and parking is on site. Get details at https://serenitycellars.com/events.
Event Name: Catch Me In Cornelia, Cornelia
Event Date & Time: Friday, May 29, 5 – 9 p.m.
Event Location: North Main St., Cornelia
Event Details: Enjoy live entertainment, art vendors, food vendors, kid zone, cornhole, axe throwing and more! This event is free to attend. Have questions? Visit https://cornelia.city/events-2/.
Event Name: Splash Night & Movie, Sugar Hill
Event Date & Time: Friday, May 29, 6 – 9 p.m.
Event Location: City Hall Splash Park, 5039 W Broad St., Sugar Hill
Event Details: Cool off this summer at Splash Night from 6 – 9 p.m.. Be one of the first to arrive and receive a small gift to kick off the festivities. Enjoy local vendors, community groups, the Stormwater department, live music, and food trucks at Splash Park, located behind City Hall. As the sun begins to set, settle in for a movie at The Bowl. Bring the family out for this evening of fun! As the sun sets, settle in for an epic movie. Stay to watch ‘Shrek’ at The Bowl. Movies begin at sundown. Get more details at https://cityofsugarhill.com/events/event/splash-night-may-2026/.
Event Name: Lantern Parade, Duluth
Event Date & Time: Friday, May 29, 5 – 9:30 p.m.
Event Location: Downtown Duluth, 3142 Hill St. NW, Duluth
Event Details: Join us as we light up the night with a breathtaking Lantern Parade —this year’s theme is Ocean Glow! Celebrate the close of Duluth’s Art Month with a magical Lantern Parade! Bring your creativity and light up the night as we transform Downtown Duluth into a glowing, colorful spectacle. From 5-9 p.m., enjoy activities like live music, giant bubbles and face painting. Stop by the Town Green starting at 6 to make your own lantern (while supplies last). Gather at the fountain at 9 p.m. to begin the glowing processing through downtown Duluth. Along the way enjoy live music, giant bubbles and themed characters. Join us for an unforgettable evening of creativity, community, and magic as Duluth comes alive in light! Get details at www.duluthga.net.
Event Name: Jug Tavern Festival, Winder
Event Date & Time: Saturday, May 30, 1 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Event Location: Jug Tavern Park, 139 E Athens St., Winder
Event Details: Experience a day of community fun at the Jug Tavern Festival in downtown Winder. This family-friendly event will feature vendors, food trucks, Touch-A-Truck, and more. Spend the day in the heart of Winder enjoying a variety of activities for all ages. Concert: Fly Betty Band at 3 p.m. Corey Smith at 7 p.m. Get details at https://www.cityofwinder.com.
CONCERTS
Event Name: The Sinatra Experience, Gainesville
Event Date & Time: Saturday, May 30, 7:30 p.m.
Event Location: The Hall at Bourbon Brothers, 312 Jesse Jewell Pkwy, Gainesville
Event Details: Following a sold-out show last December at The Hall, Rian Davis returns with the Chairmen of Swing Orchestra for Love and Swing in the Spring. This lively performance blends timeless romance from the American Songbook with the energy and style of classic big band swing—delivered with a touch of vintage Vegas flair. Get tickets at www.thehallga.com.
Event Name: Zach Haines Concert for a Cause, Braselton
Event Date & Time: Friday, May 29, 6 – 10 p.m.
Event Location: Braselton Civic Center, 27 E Lake Dr., Braselton
Event Details: Enjoy an unforgettable experience featuring singer/songwriter Zach Haines. Dinner will be provided by Leather & Lace Catering. Get ticket details at www.explorebraselton.com.
Event Name: Live in the DTL, Lawrenceville
Event Date & Time: Friday, May 29, 5:30 Food Vendors Serve, 8 p.m. Music Begins
Event Location: 210 Luckie St., Lawrenceville
Event Details: LIVE in the DTL is a FREE four-concert series bringing big energy to Lawrenceville Lawn with powerhouse tribute bands and exciting rising artists. This month’s artist is Madonna X: The Iconic Collection. From iconic classics to the next sound sweeping the nation, each show delivers unforgettable performances, nonstop dancing, and fun for all. Come ready to move, sing along, and enjoy a night of live music under the stars. Get details at https://www.downtownlawrencevillega.com/178/LIVE-in-the-DTL-Concert-Series.
STAGE PERFORMANCES
Event Name: Die Laughing Comedy, Gainesville
Event Date & Time: Saturday, May 30, 8 p.m.
Event Location: Blue Door, 107 Bradford St. NE, Gainesville
Event Details: Experience a live comedy show in Gainesville, GA that delivers real laughs and a real party. Die Laughing Comedy transforms The Blue Door nightclub into a full-scale comedy club for one unforgettable night. Featuring touring comedians and comedy club regulars, this show brings the best stand-up comedy to Gainesville’s nightlife scene. Details can be found by visiting https://www.dielaughingcomedy.com/event-details/blue-door-gainesville-ga-6.
Event Name: Are You Marriage Material?, Lawrenceville
Event Date & Time: Saturday, May 30,4:30 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Event Location: Lawrenceville Arts Center, 125 N Clayton St., Lawrenceville
Event Details: Are You Marriage Material? is a dynamic stage play that blends humor, music, and real-life relationship truths to explore what it truly means to be ready for love and commitment. Through compelling characters and relatable storytelling, the production invites audiences to reflect, laugh, and engage in honest conversations about dating, marriage, and personal growth. Get tickets at https://www.lvilleartscenter.com/eventer/are-you-marriage-material/.
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