Memorial Day is a time to remember the fallen soldiers who have served in the country’s armed forces. And, Gwinnett has plenty of ways for you to pay your respects to these heroes. Check out seven ways you can commemorate Memorial Day this year.
Memorial Day Weekend at Stone Mountain Park
FREE TICKETS FOR ACTIVE DUTY, MILITARY PERSONAL, AND VETERANS WITH VALID MILITARY ID
*Limit 1 Admission ticket - per valid Military ID*
May 24– Attractions open 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM; Light Show 9:30 PM
May 25 – 27– Attractions open 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM; Light Show 9:30 PM
Stone Mountain Park honors military service men and women with four days of patriotic activities May 24 – 27. Highlights include performances by the 116th Army Band, park attractions including Dinosaur Explore, Scenic Railroad, and Summit Skyride, and the return of the Music Across America Drone & Light Show followed by a special salute to the troops and epic fireworks finale all four nights of the holiday weekend. The park also welcomes those who have served and their families with free and discounted admission.
Returning Memorial Day Weekend is the Music Across America Drone & Light Show. Using state-of-the-art projectors and a combination of 3D mapping techniques, this high-definition show is the most visually stunning production yet. The show creates a magnificent display of light and sound that transports guests to another world.
Active duty, veterans, and retired military personnel will receive one free Attractions Ticket with valid ID* and will save up to 35% off per person (ticket is $24.99 + tax for ages 3+) for immediate family members. Light Show and military band performances are included with an Attractions Ticket or Mountain Membership.
May 24th: Friday N Duluth
Experience exotic flavors in a mobile vending setting with amazing local cuisine while listening to live entertainment and connecting with your community.
Duluth Town Green 6 pm - 9 pm
May 24th, 25th, & 26th: Gwinnett Stripers vs. Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp
Friday: 7:05 pm
Saturday: 6:05 pm
Sunday: 1:05 pm
May 25th: Red, White, Bluegrass, and Bach Memorial Day Concert
Suwanee Town Center Park 7:00 pm
Features fun and patriotic music, bluegrass music, a salute to our veterans, food trucks, and more – wear your red, white, and blue!
May 27th: Memorial Day Ceremony
Sugar Hill Veterans Memorial @ 10:30 am
Join the City of Sugar Hill to honor and commemorate the brave soldiers we’ve lost this Memorial Day.
May 27th: Norcross Memorial Day Celebration
Thrasher Park 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
In remembrance of those who have given their lives in the line of duty in service to the country, Norcross will be hosting a Memorial Day Celebration.
