Parks
13 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- Newtown Park5.1 mi from downtown
- Cauley Creek Park1.9 mi from downtown
- Morton Road Pocket Park2.1 mi from downtown
On a budget
Free things to do in Johns Creek
4 kinds of free outings in and around Johns Creek.
Good days out in Johns Creek don’t have to cost anything. These ideas come from the city’s parks, libraries, historic landmarks and nearby public lands. For free concerts, markets and festivals this week, see the free events calendar.
Libraries
Borrow books, movies and museum passes, and join free programs.
- Northeast-Spruill Oaks Regional Library9560 Spruill Road
Hiking
Trails on public land; some areas charge a parking or day-use fee.
- Lake Sidney Lanier10 mi northeast
- Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest21 mi east
- Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park24 mi west
Wildlife viewing
Birding and nature watching on public land.
- Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area7 mi southwest
- Lake Sidney Lanier10 mi northeast
- Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest21 mi east
Around town
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THINGS TO DO · YOUTUBE SHORT
Johns Creek Town Center: Medley
A local activity video shared by JohnsCreekGAgov.
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THINGS TO DO · YOUTUBE SHORT
The Boardwalk at Johns Creek Town Center: From Construction to Opening
A local activity video shared by JohnsCreekGAgov.
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What are free things to do in Johns Creek?
Parks, Libraries, Hiking, Wildlife viewing. City parks and libraries are free; some outdoor areas on federal land charge a parking or day-use fee, noted on each listing.
Are there free events in Johns Creek this weekend?
Check the free events calendar, updated daily from local organizations, libraries and the city.
Do I need a library card to use the library?
No card is needed to visit or attend most programs; a free card from the local library lets you borrow books, movies and often museum passes.