There are six main St. Patrick's Day–related evens taking place in Gwinnett County this weekend. Here is a rundown of where Gwinnettians can get in touch with some Irish spirit and celebrate the holiday.
St. Patty's on Perry
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Date: March 18, 3 until 8 p.m.
Location: Perry Street, between Crogan and Pike Streets, in downtown Lawrenceville
Cosmo's St. Paddy's Party
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Date: March 17, starting at 4 p.m.
Location: Cosmo’s Pizza + Social, 144 Crogan St. in Lawrenceville
Cosmo’s Pizza + Social is kicking things off on Friday with the Cosmo’s St. Paddy’s Party, which will begin at 4 p.m.
The event will include outdoor patio games, live music, a DJ, green beer, Irish car bombs (that’s a drink), prizes and giveaways, as well as Irish food specials, such as corned beef and cabbage. Cosmo’s is located at 144 Crogan St. in Lawrenceville.
Suwanee Kiwanis Shamrock 5K
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Date: March 18, 8 a.m.
Location: Suwanee Town Center Park, 330 Town Center Avenue in Suwanee
The Suwanee Kiwanis Club’s annual Shamrock 5K, which raises money for the Kiwanis Club, is St. Patrick’s themed. Runners are encouraged to run while wearing the most St. Patrick’s-inspired outfit they can come up with.
Runners have until 9 a.m. on Friday to sign up at runsignup.com/Race/GA/Suwanee/SuwaneeKiwanisShamrock5K.
Norcross Irish Fest
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Date: March 18, from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Location: Downtown Norcross
Norcross will hold its annual Irish Fest from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. in historic downtown Norcross. The event will include music, dancing, face painting, a balloon artist, food tastings and other Irish-inspired activities. Attendees are also encouraged to visit downtown Norcross’ shops and restaurants for specials throughout the day.
Suwanee Beer Fest
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Date: March 18, 1 p.m. until 5 p.m.
Location: Suwanee Town Center Park, 330 Town Center Avenue in Suwanee
One of the biggest St. Patrick’s traditions in Gwinnett is the annual Suwanee Beer Fest. This year’s event will begin at 1 p.m. on Saturday and last until 5 p.m., at Suwanee Town Center Park, which is located at 330 Town Center Avenue in Suwanee. This year’s event will include 350 different beers, as well as food, entertainment and vendors. Tickets cost $70 on the day of the event, but can be purchased in advance at suwaneebeerfest.com.
Lilburchaun
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Date: March 18, 2 until 5 p.m.
Location: City Park, 76 Main St. in Lilburn
Curt Yeomans
I'm a Crawford Long baby who grew up in Marietta and eventually wandered to the University of Southern Mississippi for college. Earned a BA in journalism (double minor in political science and history). Previously worked in Florida and Clayton County.
