CTRL + ALT + DLT : Reboot The Block Cookout
- ALL AGES
A throwback, family-friendly cookout & kickback in Covington, GA, focused less on phones and more on fun, food, and good vibes.
Date and time
Location
Lake Varner Reservoir
11905 Alcovy Road Covington, GA 30014About this event
- Event lasts 6 hours
- ALL AGES
- Free venue parking
Come one, come all to Ctrl + Alt + Delete: Reboot the Block — a vibrant, free community cookout designed to reconnect, recharge, and rebuild community in Newton and Rockdale County!
We’re bringing the vibes with:
- A live DJ spinning cookout classics and throwbacks all day
- Photographers capturing the magic
- An open talent call for local performers
- A raffle giveaway supporting a community service project for our unhoused neighbors -- bring non-perishable food items, toiletry products, clean socks and other essentials to enter!
This event is all about fellowship, fun, and food—a chance to kick back, meet your neighbors, support local talent, and celebrate what makes our community special.
Feel free to bring your own lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and good energy!
Come hungry—there’ll be food, games, music, and plenty of love to go around.
Whether you're from Newton, Rockdale, or just passing through—you’re invited. Let's reboot the block and build something beautiful together.
Interested in Volunteering? Fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdAuJiQsGatbDYoXvtEFI6Tni5NU3WXp8Ax3513qys_LsCU6A/viewform?usp=header
Frequently asked questions
Of course! Phones and tech are allowed (i'm not the hall monitor lol), but we encourage you to be fully present and unplugged for the day. Let’s vibe like back in the day with music, laughter, connection, and no screens in the way.
While we’ll have food and drinks available, you’re more than welcome to bring your own!
Yes! Lawn chairs, picnic blankets, sun hats, and reusable water bottles are all encouraged to keep you comfy and cool. And--bring essential items for the unhoused such as fresh socks, menstrual products and more for a chance to enter our raffle!
Yes! We’re working on fun games and activities for all ages.
Yes, there will be free parking on-site or nearby. More details coming soon!
Absolutely! We’re looking for performers, volunteers, and community partners. Fill out the form linked in the event description or email us at dialloleila0323@gmail.com.
Yes! This is a free community event open to all. Just bring your good vibes and appetite!
We’ll have a rain plan in place! Stay tuned to our socials and Eventbrite updates for any changes.