News Flash

From The Lawrenceville Boogie's block party beats to DTL CON-Quest’s two-day convention takeover, the City of Lawrenceville is bringing its most ambitious event season yet to Downtown Lawrenceville, and the full lineup is just as packed as it sounds. The spring and summer lineup features more than a dozen free events, including live concerts, outdoor movie nights, weekly DJ activations, and the annual Prelude to the Fourth fireworks celebration, all centered in the heart of The DTL. The full six-month event calendar is available at Downtown Lawrenceville website.

“Our Spring and Summer season highlights what makes Downtown Lawrenceville such a special place,” said Mayor David Still. “These events bring neighbors together to celebrate, connect, and experience everything that makes Downtown Lawrenceville vibrant.”

The season opens March 20 with WellFest: Positive Vibes, Positive Minds at the Lawrenceville Lawn. Created and hosted by the Lawrenceville Legacy Leaders, the event focuses on mental wellness, connection, and building a welcoming space where student voices are centered. Developed entirely by teens, the event highlights the leadership and creativity of Lawrenceville’s youth.

April 11 brings The Lawrenceville Boogie back to the Downtown Square, a multi-stage festival blending music, art, and car culture. Expect funky, multi-genre performances, local vendors, and a classic and custom car show, with proceeds from the car show and vendors benefiting Beyond the Ribbon, an organization supporting local families affected by cancer.

 Beginning April 30, Beats on the Streets kicks off 12 Thursdays of live DJ sets across the Downtown Square, a weekly reason to shop local, dine out, and soak up the rhythm of the DTL all season long.

May 1 and 2 marks the return of DTL CON-Quest, an award-winning, free two-day celebration of comics, cosplay, games, and pop culture fandom. Formerly known as Free Comic Book Day, the event has evolved into a full-scale convention in honor of a 10-year partnership with Galactic Quest. Panels, workshops, cosplay competitions, interactive experiences, and the DTL Comic Quest transform Downtown Lawrenceville into an immersive adventure for fans of all ages.

Music takes center stage with the LIVE in the DTL Concert Series, bringing powerhouse tribute bands and emerging artists to the Lawrenceville Lawn throughout the season. Families can also settle in for outdoor movie nights through the Lawrenceville Movie Club, perfect for family-friendly picnics. 

The season culminates July 1 with Prelude to the Fourth at the Lawrenceville Lawn with live music, food trucks, family activities, and a fireworks finale that has become one of Lawrenceville’s most beloved summer traditions.

"Our team continues to raise the bar each year," said Jasmine Jackson, Community & Economic Development Director. "From evolving long-standing traditions to launching immersive new experiences, we are committed to producing events that are innovative, inclusive, and reflective of our growing community."

Spring & Summer 2026 — Event Highlights

• March 20 — WellFest: Positive Vibes, Positive Minds
• April 11 — The Lawrenceville Boogie
• April 30 — Beats on the Streets
• May 1 & 2 — DTL CON-Quest
• May 7 – Beats on the Streets
• May 14 – Beats on the Streets
• May 15 — ReCAST presents the Lawrenceville Movie Club: Together for Wellness showing Dolittle
• May 21 – Beats on the Streets
• May 28 – Beats on the Streets
• May 29 — LIVE in the DTL Concert
• June 4 – Beats on the Streets
• June 11 – Beats on the Streets
• June 12 — LIVE in the DTL Concert
• June 17 — Lawrenceville Movie Club: Space Jam
• June 18 – Beats on the Streets
• June 25 – Beats on the Streets
• July 1 — Prelude to the Fourth

Several of the events featured in the City of Lawrenceville’s event calendar have also earned regional recognition from the Southeast Festivals & Events Association during the 2026 Kaleidoscope Awards. The Lawrenceville Boogie received the award for Best Marketing Campaign, while CULTURA and Evening of the Arts were recognized with Silver awards in their respective budget categories. Presented annually, the Kaleidoscope Awards honor excellence in creativity, community impact, and event execution across the Southeast, reinforcing the quality and innovation behind the experiences residents and visitors can expect in Lawrenceville this season.

All City of Lawrenceville events are free to attend, though some portions of certain events may require pre-registration due to space limits. Getting downtown is easy with EZ-2 Park, with more than 1,200 spaces all just a short walk from the Lawrenceville Lawn and downtown square. We encourage visitors to arrive early, grab a bite, browse the shops, and explore everything Downtown Lawrenceville has to offer before the festivities begin.

Event details, parking information, sponsorship opportunities, and vendor applications can be found at Downtown Lawrenceville website. For more information about the City of Lawrenceville, visit the City of Lawrenceville website or follow @the_DTL on Instagram.

Parking in Downtown Lawrenceville is simple with the City’s EZ-2 Park program. With more than 1,200 free spaces across color-coded decks and lots, you’re always just steps from dining, shopping, and entertainment in The DTL.

For added convenience, the City encourages visitors to use the EZ-2 Park Downtown Parking Guide (PDF) or visit the city’s parking website, where the “Where to park?” tool helps you quickly find the best parking spot based on your destination.

As the County Seat of Gwinnett, Lawrenceville constantly strives to create engaging opportunities for individuals, families, and organizations to come together in a way that builds a sense of place. Volunteering for the City is one way to make that happen. With over two dozen events taking place throughout the year, and thousands of people attending every month - we cannot do it alone! Without the assistance of our amazing volunteers, the events taking place throughout Lawrenceville simply would not be possible!

Volunteering for Lawrenceville is a FUN way to stay INFORMED of the REWARDING opportunities that surround the City. Are you ENTHUSIASTIC about getting involved? Do you have the DESIRE to give back? Do you want to be a part of bringing the community together? Then volunteer for our event team and let’s get FIRED up!

SIGN UP TO BE A VOLUNTEER!

Please contact Lindsey Broome at Phone: 678-407-6598 or at volunteer@lawrencevillega.org for more information!

Are you a Downtown Lawrenceville business interested in promoting your event on the DTL calendar of events? Complete the fillable form to have your event featured! Simply head to the calendar and click "Submit an Event." This is a great resource for residents and tourists alike to see all that is happening in Downtown Lawrenceville! Please note that all submissions are subject to review. 

Interested in renting the Lawrenceville Lawn or Bicentennial Plaza for your event? Complete the Special Event Application below! 

Submit applications, including an event layout, to the Office of Community Relations, (located on the 4th floor at City Hall) PO Box 2200, Lawrenceville GA 30046 no less than 90 days from your proposed date. Please include a $50 processing fee with each application. Please note that completion of this application does not guarantee approval. 

**Third-party events must utilize the Special Event Application (PDF) & Policy process (PDF) found on the City of Lawrenceville website.** 

Share your brilliant ideas and valuable feedback! Our events team wants to hear from you to continue to provide award-winning events for residents and visitors. Complete the Event Suggestion Form to share your ideas.

The City of Lawrenceville events team will review suggestions and feedback when planning the yearly calendar.

The City of Lawrenceville is a 2025 Main Street America Accredited Program, signifying its commitment to comprehensive commercial district revitalization and proven track record of successfully applying the Main Street Approach. 

The purpose of the Lawrenceville Main Street Program is to provide an exceptional quality of life for the citizens and guests of Lawrenceville through a vibrant downtown and educational and cultural district while preserving the community's historic character. 

View the Bylaws of the Georgia Main Street Program. 

Use the #TheDTL or tag us @The_DTL on Instagram and Stories for a chance to be featured. Stay in touch with us by following us on Twitter, becoming our friend on Facebook, or subscribing to one of our RSS Feeds.

The Lawrenceville Business Alliance (LBA) is an organization, created in 2022, to improve the community and help local businesses share their stores and promote how they are making a difference in Lawrenceville and Gwinnett County. Today’s business owners need an opportunity to network and build the city where work, live, and play. The LBA encourages a confident and knowledgeable business environment for its members to achieve cultural, civic, social, economic, and business goals, and actively contribute to the vitality of the greater Lawrenceville community (30043/30044/30045/300460) while offering the opportunity to network, educate, and socialize.

The LBA is a private, membership-based, not-for-profit organization. 

LBA Mission:

To help connect business owners in Lawrenceville to network, build up, and just do good. 

LBA Values:

Partnering for the future. 

LBA Meetings:

Once a month on the last Tuesday of every month and would love to have you!

For membership subscriptions and more information, visit the Lawrenceville Business Alliance official website.

Stay up to date with all things Lawrenceville by following our official YouTube channel. From the latest events to messages from the Mayor & Council, you are sure to stay in the know!

Plan Your Trip

View upcoming events, check out where to shop, decide where to dine, and find public parking all while roaming around the square! 

Local Artists

After planning your visit, admire the digital works of art on the opposite side of the display! Local artists and students created these incredible pieces. The City of Lawrenceville has partnered with the Hudgens Center for Art & Learning to display a collection of works by students from the smART Honors Program. The smART Honors Program provides opportunities for students who cannot afford private art lessons. Teachers from Norcross, Discovery, Peachtree Ridge, Brookwood, Lanier, and Phoenix high schools select students who show artistic talent and would like to continue to develop it. Be sure to stop by the digital kiosks to view the works!

The City of Lawrenceville is on the move and we want to take you with us! Lawrenceville is committed to providing quality events for the community and employs a full-time events team to ensure a wide variety of free community events are planned throughout the year. City events take place in many venues throughout the city and include partnerships with local businesses and nonprofits.

Sponsorship dollars support these efforts and allow the City of Lawrenceville to continue to provide free events, such as Concerts on the Lawn, Drive-in Movies, Boo Fest, Harvest Festival, Merry Little Christmas and so many more. In this packet, you will find a list of sponsorship benefits. We also encourage you to visit the following digital platforms and sites to review coverage of our recent events. From there, you will see the diverse attendance, variety of events, high-quality marketing materials produced, and advertising dollars spent – all of which your business could be included should you choose to become a City of Lawrenceville Event Sponsor!

Choose the right sponsorship package (PDF) for your business here!

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Do you make the tastiest treats or the most delicious hamburger? Do you create stylish home decor or beautiful art? We want you at our events! We are excited to host another year of incredible events for the community, with great vendors alongside.

Complete an application to be considered for future events. Please note: This does not guarantee application approval for any events. We will contact you if we would like to proceed with any bookings.