Summer’s not here to behave—and neither are you. It’s all outdoor stages, sticky warm nights and that first cold sip that hits just right while the band kicks in. From chill grooves to full-on crowd chaos, Gwinnett’s serves up every vibe, every genre and every excuse to stay out a little too late. Grab your people, lose the plan and check out the lineup below.
MAY 2
Norcross Porchfest
Time: 12:00 p.m.
Location: Downtown Norcross
Norcross Porchfest is turning Downtown Norcross into one big summer soundtrack, with porches, front yards and streets alive with local music, good vibes, and cold drinks in hand. It’s free, it’s fun and very much a wander-where-the-music-takes-you kind of day.
MAY 9
The Barefoot Movement
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Location: Red Clay Music Foundry
Acoustic roots meet indie-rock glow under a summer sky that feels made for music like this. The Barefoot Movement brings harmonies that pull you in, stories that hit close and a sound that bends tradition without breaking the vibe. Honest, bold and beautifully unfiltered.
MAY 15
Live From Braselton: Departure
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Braselton Town Green
Departure is rolling in with full 80s rock energy and zero chill in the best way. This is a high-voltage Journey tribute packed with nonstop hits, big vocals and crowd-singing moments from start to finish. No breaks, no backing tracks, just pure live concert magic.
MAY 22
The Commodores & The Spinners
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Location: The Bowl @ Sugar Hill
Two legends, one stage and a whole lot of summer soul. The Commodores are bringing the funk, The Spinners are bringing the smooth, and together it’s a hit-after-hit night under the Sugar Hill sky. Expect classics, crowd singing and pure feel-good vibes from start to finish.
JUNE 10
Orchestra 101
Time: 11:30 a.m.
Location: Aurora Theatre
Orchestra 101 with the Lawrenceville Symphony Orchestra is your all-access pass into the world of music, where strings, brass and percussion come alive on stage. Kids and families will explore instruments up close while enjoying a live concert full of beautiful sound and discovery.
JUNE 12
Groovin’ On The Green: Bumpin’ The Mango
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: Loganville Town Green
Bumpin’ The Mango brings the funk, the soul and the kind of summer groove that refuses to stay in your seat. 10 powerhouse musicians, a blazing horn section and nonstop rhythm collide for a dance-all-night vibe. Pure feel-good energy from first note to last.