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Johns Creek staff lays out 2026 special-events calendar and boardwalk grand-opening options
Summary
City staff presented the proposed 2026 special-events calendar, outlined progress on the new Boardwalk behind City Hall (North Pond opening expected in spring; South Pond in summer), and recommended options for a grand opening that could be combined with America 2 50 or paired with a concert; committee backed the staff's direction and asked staff to refine logistics.
City staff presented the proposed 2026 special-events calendar and used the boardwalk construction schedule to recommend changes to event locations and formats for next year.
"At the current rate, we're pretty sure that we'll be done with at least the North Pond by the spring," the staff presenter said, describing a potential move of the Easter Bunny Hop to the boardwalk and proposing either a combined grand opening with America 2 50 or a separate grand-opening concert. Staff advised that combining the opening with another event could help with turnout while noting resource constraints (for example, fireworks cannot be held at two separate events and are more expensive on July 4).
The committee discussed alternating summer concerts between Newtown Park and the Boardwalk to serve different neighborhoods and test demand. Staff flagged accessibility assets at the Boardwalk (a large ramped stage) and suggested partnering with local arts organizations for a reimagined arts festival that mixes indoor and outdoor offerings. The committee asked staff to continue logistical work with RPAC, the school engagement committee and public works and to return with refined plans for mayor-and-council consideration.
