Loganville News & Events

Things Happening In Loganville

(and surrounding areas)

 🎶 Independence Weekend Music At A Bite To Eat
Friday - 2unes & JD with the Invisible Band 6PM - 9PM
Saturday - Cafe Au Lait 6PM - 9PM
Sunday - Donnie Long 6PM - 9PM
📍4447 Atlanta Highway, Loganville, GA 30052

🎆 Independence Celebrations

Friday, July 4 
Gwinnett-area cities are hosting free fireworks, concerts, food trucks, and festive family fun — including events like Red, White & Boom (Norcross), Sparkle in the Park (Lilburn), and Sparks in the Park (Sugar Hill)

📍Various parks across Gwinnett (see below)

🥧 Firecracker SnoBall Special
Friday, July 4 | All Day
Celebrate with a “Firecracker” SnoBall — buy any size and get free 3D glasses with your treat. A festive and refreshing option this weekend
📍Pelican’s SnoBalls, 4501 Lawrenceville Rd, Loganville, GA 30052

Quick 7-Day Weather Forecast for Loganville, GA:

Today	92° /69°	Mostly sunny; stay hydrated for Independence Day celebrations
Saturday	90° /69°	Mostly sunny
Sunday	90°/ 71°	Sunshine mixing with some clouds
Monday	89° /72°	Plenty of sunshine
Tuesday	93° /73°	Mostly sunny
Wednesday	94° /70°	Times of clouds and sun with a stray thunderstorm in the afternoon
Thursday	90° /69°	Cloudy and humid with a couple of thunderstorms, especially late in the day

🎆 July 4th, 2025: Your Ultimate Metro Atlanta Fireworks & Festival Guide
By Ray Lane, Loganville Pulse Staff Writer

Independence Day 2025 falls on Friday, which means a full weekend of celebration. Whether you’re in the heart of Atlanta or in a surrounding suburb, we’ve got your city’s July 4th plans covered — with fireworks times, live music, and event details you can actually use.

🔴 EAST METRO

Snellville – Star Spangled Snellville

📍 Snellville Towne Green, 2342 Oak Rd SW
🕓 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM | 🎇 Fireworks at 9:30 PM
Snellville’s biggest event of the year features live DJ music, headline band Rhythm Nation, a huge Kids Zone ($15 for unlimited play), and food vendors galore. Fireworks cap off the night with a high-flying display at 9:30 PM.
🎟️ Free admission • Parking at City Hall & churches nearby

Monroe – Downtown Fireworks Extravaganza

📍 Near Blaine Street Station, 140 Blaine St
🎇 Fireworks at dark (approx. 9:30 PM)
This local favorite is a relaxed, small-town celebration with a fireworks show you can enjoy right from the heart of downtown. Best viewing near City Hall and surrounding lots.
🎟️ Free • Lawn chairs recommended

Stone Mountain – Fantastic Fourth Celebration

📍 Stone Mountain Park
🗓️ July 1–7 | 🎇 Nightly Fireworks + Drone Show at 9:30 PM
This weeklong event is Georgia’s most iconic Fourth of July celebration. Expect crowds, lasers, drones, fireworks, and patriotic music.
🎟️ Park admission required • Arrive early

🔵 NORTH METRO

Alpharetta – Wills Park Celebration

📍 11925 Wills Road
🎇 Fireworks at 9:15 PM
Family picnic atmosphere with food vendors and plenty of lawn space. Fireworks launch from the equestrian center. Bring chairs and settle in early.
🎟️ Free admission

Johns Creek – Newtown Park Independence Day Celebration

📍 3150 Old Alabama Road
🕕 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM | 🎇 Fireworks at 9:00 PM
Live music, games, food trucks, and fireworks. No outside alcohol or pets allowed.
🎟️ Free • Family-friendly atmosphere

Roswell – July 4th Celebration at Roswell Area Park

📍 10495 Woodstock Road
🕕 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM | 🎇 Fireworks at dark
A great community vibe with food trucks, games, and a big fireworks finale.
🎟️ Free • Arrive early for parking

Sandy Springs – Stars & Stripes at City Springs

📍 1 Galambos Way
🕕 Food trucks from 6:00 PM | 🎶 Live music at 7:30 PM | 🎇 Fireworks around 9:30 PM
A popular event with a mix of music, food, and family fun.
🎟️ Free entry • Blankets & chairs welcome

Cumming – Fairgrounds Fireworks Show

📍 235 Castleberry Rd
🕕 Rides and vendors all day | 🎇 Fireworks at dark
Carnival rides, festival foods, and a grand fireworks finale.
🎟️ Free entry, rides extra

🟣 WEST & SOUTH METRO

Powder Springs – July 4th Celebration

📍 Town Square
🎇 Fireworks at dark
Classic car cruise-in, food vendors, music, and fireworks in a small-town setting.
🎟️ Free • Laid-back & family friendly

Six Flags Over Georgia – Star Spangled Nights

📍 275 Riverside Pkwy, Austell
🗓️ July 4–5 | 🎇 Fireworks nightly at 9:30 PM
Spend the day on thrill rides and stay for the spectacular fireworks show. VIP viewing packages available.
🎟️ Park ticket required

🟡 ATLANTA CORE

Atlanta – Lenox Square Fireworks (Peachtree Road Race Kickoff)

📍 Lenox Square Mall, Buckhead
🗓️ July 3 | 🎇 Fireworks at 9:15 PM
Celebrate early with one of the city's biggest and longest-running shows. Fireworks launch from the Macy’s parking deck.

East Point – Downtown East Point Celebration

📍 2727 East Point St
🕔 Festivities from 5 PM | 🎇 Fireworks at 9:30 PM
Food trucks, vendors, a concert stage, and a large-scale fireworks show in the heart of the city.
🎟️ Free entry

Chamblee – Keswick Park Celebration

📍 3496 Keswick Dr
🎶 Live music, food trucks, and fireworks after sunset. A neighborhood favorite with a strong local turnout.
🎟️ Free

Marietta – Fourth in the Park

📍 Marietta Square
🕘 Parade at 10 AM | 🎇 Fireworks at 9:30 PM
A full day of patriotic fun, including a large parade, vendors, live music, and fireworks in Glover Park.
🎟️ Free admission

✅ Before You Go…

• Arrive early to get parking and a good viewing spot
• Pack lawn chairs, blankets, and coolers (where allowed)
• Leave pets and alcohol at home for most city-hosted events
• Watch the weather—some events may delay or cancel due to storms
• Expect traffic—especially near big parks and malls

🎇 Whether you’re partying in Snellville, relaxing in Monroe, rocking out in Sandy Springs, or braving the roller coasters at Six Flags, there’s a perfect July 4th celebration waiting for you.

Happy Independence Day, Metro Atlanta! 🇺🇸 Stay safe, have fun, and light up the night!

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Loganville Man Charged in Shooting Incident on Big Sam Circle
By Ray Lane, Loganville Pulse Staff Writer

Loganville, GA - A 74-year-old Loganville resident has been charged following a shooting incident that left a woman critically injured. The event occurred on June 29, 2025, at 401 Big Sam Circle.

Loganville Police Chief Dick Lowry reported that officers responded to a shooting call and discovered a female victim with a gunshot wound. She was transported to Piedmont Walton Hospital in critical condition.

The suspect, identified as George R. Armstrong, was taken into custody without incident. Armstrong faces several felony charges, including Aggravated Assault, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Crime.

This incident adds to a series of recent violent events in the Loganville area. In March 2025, a 17-year-old Loganville resident was arrested and charged with murder following a double shooting that resulted in one death and another injury. Additionally, in April 2025, a 22-year-old Loganville man was fatally shot in Snellville, with the suspect still at large.

The Loganville community has been actively seeking solutions to address the rise in gun-related incidents. Local authorities have been working to implement measures aimed at reducing violence and ensuring public safety.

As the investigation into the Big Sam Circle shooting continues, police urge anyone with information to come forward to assist in ensuring justice and enhancing community safety.

Truett’s Chick-fil-A in Grayson Opens to Massive Crowds—and It Was Worth Every Minute
By Ray Lane, Loganville Pulse Staff Writer

Loganville, GA - It’s official: Truett’s Chick-fil-A has arrived in Grayson—and it made one heck of an entrance.

We were there for the grand opening today, and let us tell you: if you didn’t have to fight your way through the crowd, were you even at Truett’s? From the moment we pulled into the jam-packed parking lot, it was clear the Grayson community had been counting down to this day.

But the wait, the line, the tightly packed crowd just trying to squeeze in the front doors—it was all absolutely worth it.

🍗 So What Is a Truett’s Chick-fil-A?

For those unfamiliar, Truett’s Chick-fil-A is not your typical drive-thru-only, grab-it-and-go experience. It’s a full-service, sit-down restaurant built in honor of Chick-fil-A founder S. Truett Cathy, offering an expanded menu and a warm, Southern-style dining atmosphere.

You’ll find some menu items you can’t get at standard Chick-fil-A locations—like Sweet Potato Soufflé, Southern-style Green Beans, Fried Okra, and even Chicken Pot Pie. It’s a place where you can bring the family, sit down, and enjoy a homestyle meal with that same Chick-fil-A excellence you know and love.

But don’t worry: if all you really want is your classic nuggets, waffle fries, and mac & cheese, they’ve got you covered—and then some.

😍 Our Experience: Overcrowded, Overwhelming—and Over-the-Top Good

Yes, the crowd was massive. And yes, the line wrapped halfway through the building. But from the moment we walked through the doors, the Truett’s team didn’t miss a beat.

We were welcomed with smiles, directed quickly to where we needed to go, and even had friendly employees checking on us while we waited. Once we placed our order—chicken nuggets, golden waffle fries, and creamy mac & cheese—we grabbed a seat and watched the controlled chaos unfold around us.

And then came the food.

🍴 The Food? Outstanding.

Let’s start with the basics. The chicken nuggets were hot, perfectly seasoned, and crisp on the outside with that tender bite you expect. The fries? Freshly made, salted just right, and straight from the fryer. But the real star of the plate might’ve been that rich, baked mac & cheese—bubbling and cheesy with the perfect balance of creamy and crunchy on top.

Everything was served quickly, despite the crowd, and each member of the staff was polite, calm, and genuinely happy to be there—which made the whole experience even better.

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