Fireworks, flags, music, food, swimming, and time with your family and friends. What’s not to love about the 4th of July?! The Atlanta area has so much to offer when it comes to celebrating America’s birthday. Atlanta Mom has put together a list of some events happening in and around Atlanta for your family to enjoy. Whatever you do this year, we hope you have a safe and Happy 4th!
Stone Mountain’s Fantastic Fourth Celebration
July 1-5
Stone Mountain Park
Enjoy a day full of adventure with great family attractions, live entertainment during Summer at the Rock, hike the one-mile trail to the top of Stone Mountain for some amazing views of downtown Atlanta, explore the miles of wooded trails throughout the park and relax in nature, then stay into the evening to experience the NEW Music Across America Light Show presented by the Georgia Office of Highway Safety followed by the EXACT SAME patriotic fireworks finale each night of the celebration!
Access to the Light Show and fireworks is included with an Attractions Ticket or Light Show only ticket. Access to park attractions and seasonal live entertainment is included with an Attractions Ticket.
*Please note that there will be no free Park re-entry allowed. Guests who leave the Park on July 4 and then wish to return will have to re-pay the Park entry fee. Please also be aware that the Park may close gates to traffic once parking capacity is reached.
4th of July Celebration at Lake Lanier
All Weekend-Tuesday
Lake Lanier Islands
Whether you are spending the day, the night, the weekend, or the whole week… Lanier Islands has plenty of activities to entertain you, your friends, and your family! Enjoy 4 nights of Fireworks over the beach (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday), or spend some time at Game Changer for Axe Throwing, Virtual Sports, and Arcade Games. Tee up at our award-winning golf course, stop in for one of our dining events, rent a boat, or add tickets to the water park for splashing the day away in the sun. If relaxation is what you crave then book a massage at Tranquility Spa or lounge by the pool with an ice-cold beverage and stay for a dive-in movie at night. View the activities flyer here.
Look Up Atlanta
July 1
Centennial Olympic Park
The largest metropolitan fireworks show in America is back on Saturday, July 1, headlined by a special performance by the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra.
This is a ticketed event.
Attendees to “Look Up Atlanta” will be able to tailor their visit to the Park’s fireworks spectacular from two options being offered: general admission or a new VIP experience offering amazing amenities and premium viewing locations. Check back often for more information on event activities and entertainment.
Coca-Cola’s 4th of July Fest at Six Flags Over Georgia
June 30-July 1 and July 4
Six Flags Over Georgia
Celebrate Independence Day as Six Flags Over Georgia presents the most dazzling fireworks show in the Southeast, presented by Coca-Cola!
After a day of thrilling summer fun join us for a spectacular fireworks finale. Watch as fireworks light up the night sky, glowing over Six Flags Over Georgia’s most spectacular roller coasters.
- Event Dates: June 30, July 1, July 4
- Showtime: 9:15 PM
- Best View: Near SUPERMAN: Ultimate Flight and JUSTICE LEAGUE Battle for Metropolis
The fireworks can be seen from almost any place in the park, but head to Metropolis for the best view!
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
July 4
Lenox Square to Piedmont Park
Unfortunately, registration for the race itself is closed, but there is still plenty of celebratory fun to be had.
If you were lucky enough to register for the 60,000+ person race, you may want to check out this unofficial guide to race. If you aren’t running or walking in this year’s race, you can join the more than 150,000 spectators to cheer on your racer along the Peachtree Road racecourse, then meet them in Piedmont Park to celebrate their completion.
In addition to the list above, many local communities will host 4th of July celebrations. We have broken them down by county. Check the sites linked for official dates and descriptions!
CHEROKEE COUNTY
Canton
Woodstock
COBB COUNTY
Kennesaw
Marietta
Acworth
Powder Springs
DEKALB COUNTY
Decatur
Dunwoody
FORSYTH COUNTY
Cumming
FULTON COUNTY
Alpharetta
Johns Creek
Milton
Roswell
Sandy Springs
GWINNETT COUNTY
Braselton
Lawrenceville
Lilburn
Loganville
Norcross
Snellville
Sugar Hill
Did we miss any in your community? Let us know in the comments!
Have a safe and Happy 4th, Atlanta Moms!
