Hey neighbor!
The weekend is almost here and already the end of February — and Gwinnett is packed with things to do, places to eat, coffee to sip, and local businesses worth supporting.
I pulled together the best of what's happening this weekend (Feb 28–March 1) so you don't have to go hunting for it.
Let's dive in!
In Today's Post:
FREE & AFFORDABLE EVENTS THIS WEEKEND (FEB 28–MARCH 1)
For Everyone:
MIXTAPE: Back to the Boombox Tour — Saturday, Feb 28 | 7:30 PM
The ultimate 80s & 90s live music experience is coming to Downtown Lawrenceville. Think boom boxes, big hair, and two decades of the best hits performed live in a beautiful 450-seat venue. Perfect for date night or a big group of friends who love to sing along.
📍 Lawrenceville Arts Center, 125 N Clayton St, Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Black Heritage Festival — Saturday, Feb 28 | 1:00–4:00 PM | FREE
A free, all-ages community celebration wrapping up Black History Month right. Live music, Black-owned vendors, cultural history exhibits, and great food. Open to everyone. No ticket needed — just show up.
📍 Shorty Howell Park Activity Building, 2750 Pleasant Hill Rd, Duluth, GA gwinnettcounty.com
Care for Cops 5K Run/Walk — Saturday, Feb 28 | 8:00 AM | $35
Lace up and honor Georgia law enforcement officers who gave their lives in service. Every dollar raised goes directly to the families of fallen officers. Strollers welcome. Register early to lock in your T-shirt.
📍 Town Center Park, 330 Town Center Ave, Suwanee, GA 30024 runsignup.com
For Teens:
Teen Club at Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center — Saturday, Feb 28
A dedicated space for teens ages 13–18 to connect, explore, and have fun in a positive environment. One of Gwinnett’s most underrated spots for young people — pass this along to a parent with a teenager.
📍 Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center, 2020 Clean Water Drive, Buford, GA 30519 gwinnettehc.com
For Seniors:
50+ Game Show Event — Gwinnett Parks & Recreation — This weekend | $5/person
Classic TV-style game show fun for adults 50+. Light refreshments included. A great way to meet neighbors and get a few laughs. Call ahead to reserve your spot.
📍 Call (770) 822-8840 to confirm location gwinnettcounty.com
For the Family:
A local favorite hiding in plain sight. Premium hibachi with shrimp and lobster, plus creative sushi rolls that punch way above their weight. Locals who find this place rarely leave for anyone else.
📍 1650 Grayson Hwy, Grayson, GA 30017
From Viet facebook Page
Viet Culture — Duluth
Authentic Vietnamese food with beautiful presentation and a warm atmosphere. Gwinnett’s diversity is one of its greatest gifts — and Viet Culture is proof. Rated among Yelp’s top Gwinnett picks in 2026.
📍 3555 Gwinnett Pl Dr NW, Duluth, GA 30096
For Date Night:
Perry Street Chophouse — Lawrenceville
You don’t have to drive to Atlanta for a great steak. This locally owned chophouse in Downtown Lawrenceville brings upscale New American dining right to Gwinnett. Craft cocktails, hand-cut steaks, and an intimate atmosphere worth dressing up for.
📍 195 Perry St, Lawrenceville, GA 30046 perrystreetchophouse.com
From Alebrije Website
Alebrije Mexican Cuisine — Gwinnett County
Not your average Mexican spot. Regional flavors, bold spices, and creative dishes that go way beyond the usual tex-mex. Colorful atmosphere, warm service, and food that keeps regulars coming back every week.
Check Google Maps for the nearest Gwinnett location.
COFFEE SHOPS WORTH YOUR CUP
from Tradewind Coffee website
TradeWind Coffee Co. — Dacula (Went there this morning)
Founded on “Love your neighbor,” TradeWind is more than a coffee shop — it’s a community. Twenty-plus whole bean options from around the world, specialty lattes like the Campfire Mocha, open mic nights, trivia, and a private meeting room. Military, LEO, and EMS discount offered. Honestly one of the best coffee shops in Gwinnett.
📍 2300 Liam Ave Suite 200, Dacula, GA 30019 tradewindcoffee.com
from Boulder Creek Coffee Facebook page.
Boulder Creek Coffee — Lawrenceville
Housed inside a stunning 1893 historic home in Downtown Lawrenceville. Hand-crafted drinks made with Counter Culture beans, fresh sandwiches, and three private upstairs rooms you can book for meetings. Mon–Fri 8 AM–8:30 PM | Sat 9 AM–8:30 PM.
📍 233 E Crogan St, Lawrenceville, GA 30046 bouldercreekcoffee.com
Beans & Butter Coffeehouse — Lawrenceville (Celebrate Black Owned Businesses)
Built from a love of coffee, baking, and community. Expertly pulled espresso drinks alongside made-from-scratch pastries, croissants, and sandwiches. They also cater — perfect for your next team breakfast or event. Tue–Sat 8 AM–3 PM | Sun 9 AM–3 PM.
📍 851 Oak Rd Suite 1, Lawrenceville, GA 30044
A hidden gem inside a shopping plaza with a truly unique experience: coffee brewed tableside using a siphon method. Jazz, vinyl records, a library vibe. If you love discovering something you’ve never tried before, this is your next stop.
📍 3585 Peachtree Industrial Blvd #128, Duluth, GA 30096 caferothem.com
LOCAL BUSINESS WORTH SUPPORTING
Squeegee Squad Gwinnett County — Window & Exterior Cleaning
Family-owned and locally operated since 2006. Window washing, gutter cleaning, pressure washing, chandelier cleaning — they do it all. Free estimates available. Nearly 20 years of serving Gwinnett neighbors with zero franchise behind them, just hard work and skill.
📍 Serving all of Gwinnett County squeegeesquad.com/gwinnett
Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center — Lawrenceville
If you’re a Gwinnett resident building your own business, this is your secret weapon. Free coworking space, one-on-one business coaching, networking connections, and workshops — all designed to help local entrepreneurs launch and grow. Know someone with a business idea? Send them this.
📍 75 Langley Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30046 gwinnettcounty.com/entrepreneur-center
COUNTY RESOURCE: FREE HELP FOR GWINNETT RESIDENTS
from Lawrenceville Co-op website
Gwinnett Mobile Food Distribution — Free | Twice a Month
In partnership with the Atlanta Community Food Bank, Gwinnett County distributes free food twice a month at parks across the county. Since 2020, they’ve served over 430,000 residents and distributed 2.8 million pounds of food. At each event you can also connect with community navigators for housing, healthcare, and job resources.
📍 Find your nearest location at gwinnettcounty.com/FoodResources
Dial 211 — Free | 24/7
Need help with rent, food, utilities, or a housing crisis? Dial or text 211. This free United Way service connects Gwinnett residents to local resources around the clock. One call, real help. No judgment, no cost.
📍 Call or text 211 anytime, or visit 211.org
That’s a wrap for this weekend, Gwinnett! Go try a new coffee shop, catch one of those free events, and if you know a neighbor who owns a local business that deserves a spotlight — reply and tell me about them. I’m always looking for the next hidden gem to share with the community. 👀
And hey — if this email was useful, forward it to a neighbor. The more people who know what’s going on in Gwinnett, the better our community gets.
Stay amazing out there,
Share with a friend and neighbor — they’ll thank you for it. 🙌
