Gwinnett County to hold back-to-school fun day and vaccination drive

Gwinnett County will hold a COVID-19 vaccination drive to keep families safe and case rates down.

The Gwinnett, Newton and Rockdale County Health Departments will be at Best Friend Park to administer the COVID-19 vaccine this Saturday, June 24 from 9 a.m. until noon. No appointments are necessary.

The County will also give 50 lucky kids backpacks stuffed with school supplies to help them prepare for the start of the school year.

Family fun includes a chance to sit inside a firetruck, meet-and-greets with various county departments, free food and more.

“This event presents a great opportunity for residents in this area to connect with those who serve them every day,” said Director of Community Outreach Shaunieka Taylor. “We are grateful to our county departments and community partners for joining us in this event as we engage with our constituents.”

Best Friend Park is located at 6224 Jimmy Carter Boulevard in Norcross. The County is partnering with Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful and Gwinnett Habitat for Humanity on the event.