Summer is the perfect time to get outside, discover new favorite spots, and enjoy everything your neighborhood has to offer. Whether you’re planning weekend adventures or looking for simple ways to make the most of longer days, Dunwoody has something for everyone.
At Perimeter Gardens at Georgetown, we love helping residents experience more than just comfortable living. Our apartments place you close to local parks, shopping, dining, and seasonal events, making it easy to create your own summer bucket list. Here are some of our favorite fun things to do in Dunwoody this summer.
Unplug at the Dunwoody Nature Center
When you need a quick escape from the digital world, head over to the Dunwoody Nature Center. Tucked away right in the middle of the city, this 22-acre hidden forest features peaceful hiking trails, a scenic boardwalk, and quiet hammocks slung between the trees. It’s the perfect local spot to bring a book, clear your head, or take a shaded morning jog to beat the midday summer heat.
Catch Live Music at Funwoody
Looking for fun things to do in Dunwoody on a summer weekend? Head to Funwoody, the lively courtyard at The Village, where live music fills Friday and Saturday evenings throughout the season. Grab dinner from one of the surrounding restaurants, settle into the outdoor seating, and enjoy a relaxed night out with friends or family. It’s an easy way to experience one of the area’s favorite gathering spots.
Spend a Day at Brook Run Park
No local summer bucket list would be complete without a visit to Brook Run Park, one of the city’s largest and most popular green spaces. With walking trails, open fields, playgrounds, a dog park, and an amphitheater, it’s an easy place to spend an afternoon outdoors. If you’re looking for even more adventure, Treetop Quest offers aerial ropes courses and zip lines right inside the park.
Throughout the summer, Brook Run Park also hosts Groovin’ on the Green, a free outdoor concert series that’s perfect for enjoying live music with family and friends.
Treat Yourself at Perimeter Mall
When the mid-July afternoon humidity peaks, take your afternoon indoors. As one of the premier shopping destinations in the Southeast, living in our luxury apartments in Dunwoody means you have upscale retail, specialty boutiques, and air-conditioned comfort right down the street. It’s perfect for a weekend style refresh or grabbing a refreshing iced drink at a local cafe before browsing the shops.
Spend Saturdays on The Lawn at Ashford Lane
If you are looking for fun things to do in Dunwoody on the weekend, the beautiful central open-air lawn at Ashford Lane is the neighborhood’s ultimate gathering spot. Throughout the summer, your Saturdays can start and end right here:
- Morning Energy: Roll out a yoga mat for Active Ashford—a complimentary outdoor fitness series featuring everything from full-body workouts to high-energy drumming cardio.
- Evening Vibes: Settle in for Second Saturdays, a monthly afternoon block party from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM featuring live local musicians, rotating themes, and interactive community activities under the open sky.
Stroll the Shops of Dunwoody Farmers Market
Make your Sunday mornings a tradition by browsing the Shops of Dunwoody Farmers Market from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Bringing together over 40 rotating local vendors, it’s the perfect neighborhood weekend ritual. You can sample fresh local pastries, pick up organic produce and meats for a summer barbecue, grab some fresh-squeezed lemonade, and check out handcrafted goods from regional artisans.
Catch a Community Event
There’s always something happening during the warmer months. Outdoor concerts, movie nights, local festivals, and family-friendly celebrations bring neighbors together throughout the season. Before making weekend plans, check the Discover Dunwoody or City of Dunwoody event calendars—you might find a concert, market, or community event worth adding to your summer bucket list.
Your Summer Starts Here
The best summer days don’t have to involve a long drive or an elaborate plan. With parks, shopping, dining, and entertainment just minutes away, it’s easy to enjoy everything the area has to offer. Discover how Perimeter Gardens at Georgetown puts you in the heart of it all, and explore our apartments in Dunwoody, GA today.
