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See what’s on this weekendGood Word Brewing brings its beer festival to the Duluth Town Green on Saturday, Johns Creek hosts a free Diwali celebration, and The Grinch takes the stage at Gas South Theater on Sunday.
Stand Up Comedy at the Clay · 8 p.m. Yoshee hosts stand-up at Red Clay Music Foundry, 3116 Main Street in Downtown Duluth. Red Clay box office
Rahat Fateh Ali Khan · 8:30 p.m. The Once Upon a Time tour comes to Gas South Arena. Gas South events and tickets
A Mighty Fine Beer Festival · 1–5 p.m. Good Word Brewing celebrates its ninth anniversary with a ticketed tasting festival at the Duluth Town Green. Listed prices are $55 general admission and $75 VIP, with VIP entry at 12:30 p.m. Good Word Brewing event listings
Diwali Celebration · 2–7 p.m. · Free The City of Johns Creek hosts its celebration at The Boardwalk at Town Center, 11362 Lakefield Drive. City event details
Sugarland’s Ride or Die Tour · 7 p.m. The country duo plays Gas South Arena. Gas South events and tickets
Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical · 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Gas South Theater hosts two performances of the holiday musical. Show details and tickets
Stone Mountain Chorus 45th Anniversary Celebration · 3 p.m. The chorus marks 45 years with Harmony Through the Years at Red Clay Music Foundry. Red Clay box office
Check the organizer’s listing for ticket availability and schedule changes before heading out.
Start with downtown and the Duluth library, then check Gas South District for larger events nearby.
Browse the Gwinnett library events calendar and look for listings at the Duluth Branch. The branch is at 3180 Main Street. Check each listing for registration, age ranges, and any space limits before heading out.
For city-run events, start at the City of Duluth website. For ticketed shows and expos, check the Gas South District calendar. Confirm the time, cost, and venue with the organizer.
Find meeting agendas and track what happened after a vote.
Go to the City of Duluth website and look under Government for Agendas & Minutes. Open the agenda for the meeting you’re following and look for the item or street address that matters to you.
Use the agenda to see what’s scheduled for discussion. Afterward, check the posted minutes for the recorded action. If you plan to attend or speak, confirm the meeting location and public comment procedures with City Hall.
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