JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Johns Creek celebrated Diwali at its newly built Boardwalk gathering space, marking a major increase in attendance for the celebration.
Thousands of residents stopped by, enjoying traditional food, vendor stalls and dance and music performances Nov. 7. The night culminated with a drone show that filled the night sky with a choreographed display of lights.
Last year, the festival was held in the City Hall parking lot, drawing about 1,000 visitors. This year, city officials estimated crowds reached as high as 5,000 or more.
Opened in May, The Boardwalk is a central feature of the city’s walkable Town Center district, which also includes the newly debuted Medley mixed-use center…