The Fourth of July is fast approaching. With so many options that Atlanta offers for your family to enjoy the beautiful display, your family will be in awe all night long!
I remember when we lived in Clermont, Florida, outside Orlando, it was a hilly town and we used to park at the highest spot, in our convertible, pack snacks and watch the fireworks from all over the area. We could see fireworks from Disney, Universal, Mt. Dora and surrounding areas. We absolutely loved the views.
I'm so excited to see all of the options Atlanta area families have to see some awesome light shows on such a patriotic day!
FREE EVENTS
FreedomFest - Woodstock
Parade, Adam the Juggler, Tim the Magician, musical entertainment, children’s games, cake walk, arts and crafts, and vendors of all types. Fireworks at dusk behind the Target shopping center at Hwy 92 and I-575. FREE
City of Canton 4th of July Parade - Canton
Downtown Canton 4th of July Parade will be from 6pm-7pm. The 4th Of July Parade is sponsored by the American Legion. The parade route will start at Auto Zone and will go down Main Street and turn onto North Street ending at Auto Zone. The parade will begin promptly at 6:00pm. FREE
City of Canton 4th of July Fireworks - Canton
The 4th of July Fireworks Display sponsored by Canton Tourism. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and join the fun!!! Fireworks will be held at dusk at Riverstone Plaza. Music will be provided by Rays Music Machine. FREE
City of Cumming 4th of July Parade - Cumming
Annual 4th of July Steam Engine Parade. This unique event celebrates our country's independence. The colorful fanfare, food, and handfuls of candies fuel the excitement of the masses. The festivities begin mid-morning and end with a fireworks display at dusk. The 4th of July parade proudly showcases a unique collection of steam engines, antique cars, marching bands, local ball teams, firetrucks, celebrities and much more! It is truly an experience you will never forget, so load up some lawn chairs and bring the kids for an entire day of excitement! FREE
City of Cumming July 4th Celebration (THIS IS ACTUALLY ON JULY 3RD!!) - Cumming
City of Cumming host one of the BEST July 3rd & 4th Celebration’s around!! The celebration begins on July 3rd at 6:00 p.m. with various vendors, inflatables for kids, a live band, spectacular fireworks display along with an all age dance contest immediately after the fireworks. Bring your blanket, set out on the lawn and enjoy the festivities. There is no admission or parking fee for the celebration! On July 4th come and enjoy the famous Steam Engine Parade beginning at 10:00 a.m. The Parade will include steam engines, antique tractors, antique cars and many other floats decorated in the spirit of the holiday. FREE
July 4th Stars and Stripes Celebration - Cartersville
Cartersville Optimist Club will hold their annual Fourth of July Celebration with music, crafts, car show, food and activities. There will be a fireworks display at dusk (weather permitting). FREE
Marietta Square July 4th Celebration - Marietta
Celebrate America's independence July 4 from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. with an Independence Day parade and celebration on the Square, free concerts, museum tours, arts and crafts show, food, carnival games and fireworks finale. FREE
July 4th Festivities and Fireworks - Alpharetta
Wills Park on Wednesday, July 4. The City of Alpharetta Recreation and Parks Department will provide free entertainment such as: Inflatable’s, face painting, and Games 2 U from 6pm to 9pm on the lawn behind the Alpharetta Community Center (175 Roswell Street). Fireworks at dusk ! FREE
Salute to America (THIS WILL TAKE PLACE JULY 3RD!) - Kennesaw
Salute to America, a pre-Independence Day celebration, will feature FREE, high-energy live music and a streetmosphere of talented entertainers; plus one of the biggest and brightest star-spangled firework displays in North Georgia. FREE
Centennial Olympic Park 2013 4th of July Celebration - Atlanta
Celebration with a night of fun and entertainment for the entire family,
including downtown Atlanta’s best fireworks display. Park gates open at 6 p.m. and fireworks start at approximately 9:40 p.m. FREE
*MARTA is STRONGLY suggested.
July 4th at Lenox Square - Atlanta
Legendary Fourth of July at Lenox Square. This year’s activities will include musical entertainment, food concessions and the largest fireworks display in the Southeast. This year Lenox Square will host its inaugural talent search, 'Atlanta's Next Legend'where the crowned winner will perform in front of crowds filled with family and friends. FREE
Legendary Fourth of July - Buckhead
Lenox Square's annual event is patriotic fun with family-friendly live musical entertainment on the mall’s outdoor main stage. Culminating the evening will be the signature fireworks display, featuring thousands of fireworks bursting in air for approximately 20 minutes, accompanied by a patriotic musical soundtrack. Musical entertainment from Sons of Sailors and Party on the Moon begins at 6 p.m. • Fireworks scheduled to begin at approximately 9:35 p.m FREE
Fabulous Fourth of July - Mall of Georgia - Buford
Beginning at 2:00 pm with prizes, music, fireworks and a movie. Parking NOT allowed in Nordstrom lot. FREE
Fourth of July City of Decatur - Decatur
Pied Piper Parade begins at 6 p.m. It ends at the Community Bandstand on the square with a presentation of colors and the Star Spangled Banner. YOU can even join in (line up at 5:30PM) Bands and fireworks at dusk. FREE
Dunwoody Fourth of July Parade - Dunwoody
Marching bands, floats, mascots and more. Pararde route is from Mount Vernon Rd to Dunwoody Village. Join the Dunwoody community after the 4th of July Parade in Dunwoody Village for family fun and great food. July 4th 9AM FREE
Stone Mountain Fantastic Fourth Celebration -Stone Mountain
Memorial lawn at Stone Mountain Park. Special fireworks display is following the Lasershow Spectacular. July 4-6th at 9:30PM. Show is FREE but parking is $10 (FREE for pass holders). Arrive early for park will CLOSE once capacity is reached.
Non-FREE Events:
All-American Fireworks Spectacular Atlanta Braves -Atlanta Turner Field
Tuesday, July 3, fans will be dazzled with the first of two spectacular fireworks-filled evenings immediately following the Braves and Cubs matchup. Wednesday, July 4th, holiday festivities will continue throughout Turner Field with pregame ceremonies honoring our nation’s birthday, special on-field presentations and the finale of fireworks displays. Tickets starting as low as $6.
July 4th Star Spangled Beach Party - Callaway Gardens
The celebration begins early and lasts well into the night at the annual July 4th Star Spangled Beach Party at Robin Lake Beach. Highlights include beach activities: Aqua Island, Light Striker Laser Tag, Paddle Boats, Flying Trapeze, Rock Climbing Wall, Spider Jump, Miniature Golf, Table Tennis, Shuffleboard, Giant Checkers, Giant Chesslive music - headlined by the Swingin' Medallions, the FSU Flying High Circus and the annual Fireworks Extravaganza.
4th of July Celebration! Imagine It! - Children's Musuem of Atlanta
Fourth of July Extravaganza. Visitors can make an American flag to wave in our Fourth of July Parade. Children can decorate sunglasses and water bottle holders that can be carried across the street to Centennial Olympic Park. Take part in a special indoor imagination fireworks display! July 4th, 2013 2:00 PM Free with general admission, free for members, $12.75 Adults & Children 2 and up.
Red White & Brew, A July 4th Beer Fest - Atlanta GA Aquarium
Georgia Aquarium Oceans Ballroom and parking deck rooftop. Sample an unlimited amount of beer and enjoy classic 4th of July fare at the coolest location in the city to view the Centennial Olympic Park firework show. We’ll have live music, a photo booth, and other fun surprises! Tickets: $55 (+tax) until July 2nd. This event is for ages 21 and up only. No refunds as this is a rain or shine event.
ALSO FOR FAMILIES at GEORGIA AQUARIUM:
Red, White & View
Atlanta families have access to the city’s BEST VIEW of the Centennial Olympic Park Firework show from 7:30 - 10:30 p.m.
Tickets are only $15 for kids and $20 for Adults and Seniors (plus tax). Your ticket includes access to our prime firework viewing area, fun activities for kids, summertime treats and desserts and beverages for all. Get your tickets early as a very limited amount of tickets are available. Last year tickets sold out!
