10 enjoyable issues to do for Fourth of July 2026 in metro Atlanta

Pied Piper Parade
When: July 4
Where: First Baptist Church of Decatur (Starting Point)
Cost: Free to Spectate and Participate (sign up here)
Details: Decatur’s Fourth of July celebration combines a neighborhood parade, reside music, and fireworks within the coronary heart of downtown. The Pied Piper Parade winds via town with embellished bikes, wagons, floats, and costumed contributors, accompanied by marching musicians, stilt walkers, and jugglers. G Clef & The Playlist carry out earlier than fireworks start at darkish.

Stars, Sips and Skyline: Fourth of July Rooftop Celebration
When: July 4
Where: Kimpton Sylvan Hotel
Cost: $45 per particular person
Details: The Kimpton Sylvan Hotel in Buckhead hosts a Fourth of July rooftop get together from 6 to 11 p.m. Visitors can take pleasure in skyline views and fireworks with a reside DJ so as to add to the festive vibes. Specialty cocktails will likely be accessible, in addition to an “All-American BBQ Bites” station and complimentary tastings from Grey Goose. They may even host a pool get together earlier within the day from 2 to six p.m. for a value of $40 per particular person.

Fourth in the Park at Marietta Square
When: July 4
Where: Marietta Square
Cost: Free 
Details: The City of Marietta celebrates America’s independence with their annual Fourth within the Park Celebration. The occasion begins with the Freedom Ring Parade, which options native bands and companies, civic organizations, magnificence pageant queens, and extra. Visitors also can take pleasure in reside concert events, arts and crafts exhibits, and carnival video games with fireworks to conclude the night time.

Fernbank Celebrates the USA
When: June 27 to July 5
Where: Fernbank 3D Theater
Cost: Included with $26 Admission
Details: If you’re trying to keep away from early July temperatures whereas nonetheless celebrating the USA’s birthday, look no additional than Fernbank’s 3D (and air-conditioned) Theater. Special showings of American-focused documentaries will mild up the museum’s big display. Find the day by day movie schedule here.

Salute to the Red, White and Blue
When: July 4
Where: East Point Commons
Cost: Free
Details: East Point’s annual Salute to the Red, White and Blue celebration returns with a day and night of reside music, meals distributors, and one of many largest shows of fireworks in South Fulton County. Held at East Point Commons throughout from the East Point MARTA station, native artists reminiscent of Atlanta rapper Young Joc headline the occasion.

Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race
When: July 4, 7 a.m.
Where: Race map might be discovered here
Cost: Free to Spectate
Details: The largest 10-kilometer race in America takes one other lap round Atlanta on July 4. Wake up early to cheer on racers (or should you’re operating late for registration, restricted spots can be found) and nonetheless make it house in time for barbecue and fireworks.

Peach State Block Party
When: July 4, 3 to 10 p.m.
Where: Underground Atlanta 
Cost: $13 to $23
Details: This 21-plus occasion with meals vehicles, DJs, video games, and dancing brings the Independence Day celebration to the Underground. Invite your folks, as a result of tickets favor massive teams. Early attendees can anticipate free barbecue whereas provides final.

Acworth Fourth of July Celebration
When: July 4
Where: Cauble Park
Cost: Free
Details: Come watch one of many largest fireworks exhibits in Cobb County at Cauble Park. With reside music, household actions, and a fireworks show, the occasion takes place on the banks of Lake Acworth. Kids can take part in face portray, bounce homes, and interactive video games, whereas dad and mom browse the crafts and treats of native distributors. 

Fantastic Fourth Celebration
When: July 1 to six at 9:30 p.m.
Where: Stone Mountain Park Memorial Lawn
Cost: $20 parking go, $10 to $15 mild present solely ticket
Details: A one-of-a-kind drone and fireworks present lights up Stone Mountain for the primary six nights of July. Shows start at 9:30 p.m., however early attendance is inspired as park gates will shut as soon as car parking zone capability is reached. Early picnicking is allowed, so convey a blanket, some meals, and a frisbee to go the time earlier than the massive present.

Lil Liberties and Sparkle in the Park
When: July 1 to three and July 4
Where: Lilburn City Park
Cost: Free
Details: Lil Liberties brings free popsicles, ragtime music, and neighborhood chalk artwork to Lilburn City Park within the days main as much as the Fourth of July. On Independence Day, pop a garden chair on the inexperienced and revel in reside music, meals, and a children’ zone earlier than the glowing fireworks present at sunset.

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