Cumming is situated just 40 miles northeast of Atlanta and along GA 400’s Hospitality Highway in Forsyth County. The City of Cumming is a vibrant, bustling place full of life and activity for residents and visitors of every age. Whether it’s glamping on Lake Lanier, hiking to the beautiful Indian Seats of Sawnee Mountain, or enjoying an evening of unforgettable food and beverage experiences, there’s an adventure to be had at every altitude in Forsyth County. Outdoor lovers will enjoy The Big Creek Greenway, which boasts over 11 miles of pathway journeying through open green spaces, natural areas, woods, and creek views. The county is also home to the state of Georgia’s #1 park system!
If your idea of a good time involves some retail therapy, you’ll love exploring areas like Halcyon, a 135-acre mixed-use development and gathering space featuring curated shops, chef-driven restaurants, modern hotel rooms, and green spaces, or The Collection at Forsyth, an outdoor lifestyle shopping destination, which also features premier national retailers, a plethora of great dining experiences, and entertainment. Enjoy fine restaurants, shop local merchants, or experience fun outdoor events in the charming Vickery Village.
You’ll be in great “spirits” here, as well, with plenty of local breweries such as Cherry Street Brewing and NoFo Brew Co., as well as Georgia’s local and award-winning vodka and bourbon distillery, Legends. Or experience fall fun at the Cumming Country Fair and Festival, to summer afternoons splashing at the Cumming Aquatic Center, and evenings of top-notch music and theater at the School Street Playhouse. There’s no doubt that the City of Cumming has always been and will continue to be a place filled with both a small-town heart and big-city spirit!
Many families move to Forsyth County for the excellent school district! FCS is the 6th largest out of 180 school districts in Georgia. Forsyth County’s growth and increasing diversity have had a positive impact on our schools. Highly motivated students come to our classrooms locally and from all over the world, representing 124 countries and 52 languages.
