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GWINNETT BURGER WEEK RETURNS FOR 10TH ANNIVERSARY – MARCH 17 TO 23

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/10/25

Explore Gwinnett Celebrates a Decade of Culinary Creativity

with $10 Chef-Crafted Burgers at 23 Locally Owned Restaurants

Explore Gwinnett, the official tourism organization of Gwinnett County, is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its popular Gwinnett Burger Week. Making its anticipated return March 17–23, 2025, the event invites burger lovers to enjoy exclusive, chef-crafted creations for just $10 at 23 locally owned restaurants across the county.

“We are proud to celebrate a decade of Gwinnett Burger Week and the incredible talent of some of our very best local chefs,” said Lisa Anders, chief operating officer of Explore Gwinnett. “What started as a way to highlight locally owned eateries has grown into a beloved tradition, and we cannot wait for the community to see what we have in store for them this year!”

Throughout the week, each of 23 participating restaurants will feature an exclusive, off-menu burger. A few highlights include:

“That’s My Jam” at Old Fountain Tavern, a juicy patty piled high with creamy Fontina and Gruyère cheeses, crispy bacon, balsamic onion jam, fresh arugula, and finished with sun-dried tomato mayo on a toasted brioche bun.

“The GW Feature Burger” at Good Word Brewing and Public House, a four-ounce beef patty topped with horseradish cheddar cheese, house-cured bacon bits, crispy jalapeños, sliced sweet onion and boiled peanut mayo on an Alon’s Bakery bun.

 “Birria Crunch Smash Burger” at Jose’s Birria & Burgers, one smashed burger patty with provolone cheese, topped with tallow onions, a crunchy corn tortilla, beef birria and a cilantro chimichurri mayo on a brioche bun.

Back for its second year, the Gwinnett Burger Week Digital Pass encourages diners to check in at participating restaurants and earn points throughout the week, which are redeemable for prizes. Each check-in is worth one point. Points can be redeemed for exclusive Gwinnett Burger Week merchandise from Explore Gwinnett, including restaurant gift cards, T-shirts, totes, sicker packs and a special edition 10th-anniversary burger sticker designed by Lawrenceville-based artist Max Eve in celebration of this milestone. Diners can also vote for their favorite burger by uploading an image of their receipt to the Gwinnett Burger Week website.

Participants who track their dining experience at 10 or more restaurants throughout the week will be inducted into the Gwinnett Burger Week Wall of Fame with their photo published on Explore Gwinnett’s website.

“Our 10th anniversary milestone reflects the passion and creativity of Gwinnett County’s culinary community and the enthusiasm of all those who make this event a success year after year,” said Anders. “We can’t wait to indulge in the exclusive $10 burger creations ourselves, as we toast to 10 years of one of our favorite events!”

To sign up for the Gwinnett Burger Week Pass, visit ExploreGwinnett.org/Gwinnett-Burger-Week/Burger-Week-Prize-Pass to provide the participant’s name, e-mail address and mobile phone number. A link will be sent to the participant’s phone, allowing them to access the pass and add the pass icon to their home screen.

For a full list of participating restaurants and limited-time burger offerings, visit www.ExploreGwinnett.org/Gwinnett-Burger-Week.

For more information about Gwinnett Burger Week*, visit ExploreGwinnett.org/the-latest/Gwinnett-Burger-Week-Know-Before-You-Go. Diners can vote for their favorite burger at ExploreGwinnett.org/Gwinnett-Burger-Week/Vote-Here. Stay up-to-date on the latest Explore Gwinnett news by following @ExploreGwinnett on Instagram or ExploreGwinnett on Facebook. Diners are encouraged to share their experience on social media by using the hashtag #GwinnettBurgerWeek.

*The Gwinnett Burger Week promotion is dine-in only and is not available via any third-party delivery service.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME 10TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION AND KICKOFF GAME FOOTBALL FEST

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 8/7/24

Grammy-Winning Artist & ATLien Antwan “Big Boi” Patton Headlines Free Celebration Concert on Aug. 24

Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame and “Big Boi” 

The College Football Hall of Fame is marking its 10th anniversary in Atlanta and is bringing the community together at its 10th Anniversary Celebration and Kickoff Game Football Fest. 

The milestone celebration underscores the Hall’s pivotal role in helping establish Atlanta as the Capital of College Football and includes:

  • The unveiling of innovative new exhibits and enhanced fan engagement inside the Hall
  • Football and cheer clinics with notable Atlanta Falcons players and cheerleaders on the Peach Bowl Playing Field 
  • A star-studded lineup of live DJs, including DJ Jay Envy, DJ Euphoria and DJ Danny M, as well as MC Carlos Morales
  • Guest appearances from former Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Falcons cheerleaders, representatives of the Atlanta Vibe, local team mascots, cheerleaders and marching bands
  • The famed Home Depot GameDay Bus, inflatables and prize giveaways
  • The day will be capped off with a concert entirely free to the public put on by Grammy-winning artist and Atlantan Antwan “Big Boi” Patton of the famed Outkast

A great experience for both families and general fans of college football complete with activities both inside the Hall and outside in front of the Hall on Marietta Street, keeping the excitement levels at a premium all day.

In addition to the complimentary concert from Big Boi, everyone can get in on the festivities, as the Hall and Coca-Cola have partnered to create the “Coca-Cola Free Admission Day,” allowing guests to experience all that the anniversary event has to offer both inside and outside the Hall. While tickets are not mandatory, guests do have the option to reserve their spot online prior to arrival.

To register for clinics, get advanced tickets and more, visit cfbhall.com.

Those planning to attend are encouraged to consider using Atlanta’s public transportation system, MARTA. 

10TH ANNUAL ATLANTA SUMMER BEER FEST

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/21/19

Saturday, June 15th 4 to 8 pm

Historic Fourth Ward Park

The 10th annual Atlanta Summer Beer Fest will be held on Saturday, June 15th from 4-8pm. Over 150 beers as well as a selection of wine and cider will be available. This year, New Realm Brewing has made a special 10-year anniversary beer called Summer X which will be featured at the festival. Also available to sample: Mike’s Hard Lemonade, Blue Chair Rum, The Long Drink and Belle Isle Craft Spirits. There will be live music, an air conditioned tent with DJ Q-Tip, and food will be available for purchase. Also joining in on the Beer Fest fun is the Atlanta Falcons who will provide games, giveaways and an appearance from the Atlanta Falcons Cheerleaders! The beer list will be added to the website closer to the event.


Tickets are now on sale: $40 in advance, $45 after June 6th and $55 the day of the event. More details and the link to tickets can be found at our event website: http://atlantasummerbeerfest.com