Draw the District: A Chalk Arts Festival Activates at Gas South District on March 7
Part of a campus–wide day featuring 2026 Ally ACC Women’s Basketball Tournament action, Fan Fest, and Gwinnett Ballet Theatre’s Cinderella
DULUTH, (GWINNETT/METRO ATLANTA) GA. – February 4, 2026 – Gas South District, in partnership with Sugarloaf Community Improvement District and the Hudgens Center for Art & Learning, will host Draw the District: A Chalk Arts Festival on Saturday, March 7, bringing a free, community-wide celebration of art, culture, and creativity to the campus.
The festival will transform outdoor spaces at Gas South District into an open-air gallery featuring live chalk art from students, individual artists, businesses, and organizations. Participants will compete in a juried chalk art competition with prizes awarded across multiple categories.
In addition to live chalk art, Draw the District will include a small artist market, food vendors, and family-friendly interactive elements. The event will also feature live performance moments throughout the afternoon, with participating arts organizations to be announced.
Draw the District will take place alongside several major campus events, creating an engaging, high-energy atmosphere throughout the day. The 2026 Ally ACC Women’s Basketball Tournament games and Fan Fest activities will be underway at Gas South Arena, while Gwinnett Ballet Theatre presents Cinderella at Gas South Theater with performances at 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
“This event is about welcoming the community into shared spaces and celebrating creativity in all its forms. Pairing Draw the District with the Ally ACC Women’s Basketball Tournament, Fan Fest, and Cinderella creates a campus-wide experience that’s vibrant, accessible, and uniquely Gwinnett.”
— Stan Hall, CEO and President of Gwinnett Convention and Visitors Bureau and Gas South District
Festival attendees can expect increased foot traffic and a lively campus experience as fans, families, and arts patrons move throughout the District.
Event Schedule (Subject to Change):
- 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Artist setup, drawing begins, and vendor arrival
- 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Festival open to the public
- 2:30 pm | Judging begins for chalk competition
- 3:00 – 3:20 p.m. | Winner selection and awards presentation
Draw the District: A Chalk Arts Festival is free and open to the public. Artist registration details, performance announcements, and additional event information can be found here.
For updates and information, visit GasSouthDistrict.com.
About Gas South District
Just minutes outside of Atlanta, Gas South District’s 118-acre campus can accommodate a variety of events from concerts, performances, meetings, trade shows, conventions, banquets, and celebrations. The multipurpose campus includes an amazing 13,000-seat arena (Gas South Arena), an intimate 708-seat theater (Gas South Theater), 24 versatile meeting rooms, a 90,000-square-foot exhibit hall, and a 21,600-square-foot grand ballroom (Gas South Convention Center). The campus, operated by the Gwinnett Convention and Visitors Bureau, distinguishes itself by hosting a diverse range of events, including the ECHL’s Atlanta Gladiators, NLL’s Georgia Swarm, Pro Volleyball Federation Atlanta Vibe, Carrie Underwood, Justin Timberlake, JapanFest, Georgia Bridal Show, Gwinnett Ballet Theatre, Gwinnett Symphony Orchestra, George Strait, Eric Clapton, NCAA Women’s Gymnastics Championships, Disney On Ice, Enrique Iglesias & Pitbull, Orange Conference, Beyoncé and more.
About The Hudgens Center for Art & Learning
The Hudgens Center for Art and Learning is a non-profit organization focused on supporting the arts in Georgia since its establishment in 1981. Its mission is to bring together art lovers, leaders, and learners through quality arts education programs and exhibitions. The Hudgens presents enriching and inspiring visual art exhibitions in five gallery spaces throughout each year; offers arts education and programming, in multiple languages, for all ages and abilities; and provides outreach through the arts that support Georgia’s traditionally under-served individuals, families and communities.
The Hudgens Center for the Arts is located at 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Bldg. 300, in Duluth, on the Gas South District campus. For more information about art exhibitions, events and classes at The Hudgens, please visit the website at www.thehudgens.org or call 770.623.6002.
About Sugarloaf CID
The Sugarloaf Community Improvement District (CID) was formed in 2016 to ensure the long–term success of Gwinnett County’s premier business, entertainment, and arts district. The CID has 7% of Gwinnett County’s jobs and is home to major destinations including Gas South District and Sugarloaf Mills. Through local, state and regional partnerships, Sugarloaf CID works to make sure the district remains connected, safe, and attractive for businesses and visitors alike. For more information, please visit sugarloafcid.org.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Amanda Blank, Gas South District
(770) 813-7649 or ABlank@GasSouthDistrict.com