Fourth of July week is full of events stretching across the entire Metro and beyond, so you'll have no trouble finding that perfect location to celebrate Independence Day or just enjoy your days off.
By taking part in one of these community-rich events, you can help your family feel connected to the spirit of the country and commemorate American history and the path to freedom. So, pack the blankets and lawn chairs, stock up your picnic basket and get ready for the celebration of a lifetime on the 4th of July and all the days leading into the holiday.
Find an exciting patriotic and more going on all around metro Atlanta and beyond:
Credit: Courtesy of The Rock Ranch
Credit: Courtesy of The Rock Ranch
June 30:
Celebrate America Fireworks Extravaganza at The Rock Ranch. 2 p.m. June 30, 2018. $13 per person. The Rock Ranch. 5020 Barnesville Highway, The Rock, Ga. 706-647-6374. www.therockranch.com.
Celebrate America with one of the most exciting Independence Day events in the South. This pre-4th event will include ziplining, pony rides, a rock climbing wall, Giant Jumping Pillow, Tiny Town and a massive fireworks display at dusk.
Star-Spangeled Spectacular at KSU. 5 p.m. June 30, 2018. Free. Fifth Third Bank Stadium. 3200 George Busbee Parkway NW, Kennesaw, Ga. 470-578-6000. www.starspangled.kennesaw.edu.
Enjoy a patriotic concert, performances by the KSU Big Band and KSU Summer Orchestra, a Family Fun Festival and fireworks at Kennesay State University.
Independence Day Wine Tasting Blast. 6-9 p.m. June 30. Free, reservations recommended. The Gifted Ferret. 1910 Eagle Drive, Woodstock. 770-693-5889. www.culinarylocal.com.
Sample a minimum of 5 different artisan and boutique wines at The Gifted Ferret during their special Independence Day Wine Tasting Blast event.
July 1:
Patriotic Celebration Concert. 3-4:30 p.m. July 1. Free tickets. Roswell United Methodist. 814 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell. 770-261-1719. www.rumc.ministryplatform.com.
The 110-voice RUMC Sanctuary Choir and 52-member Atlanta Wind Symphony perform to pay tribute to the men and women of the Armed Forces.
July 2:
Credit: Nelson Hicks
Credit: Nelson Hicks
AJC Peachtree Road Race Expo. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. July 2. Free. Georgia World Congress Center, Bldg C, Exhibit Hall C1, 362 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd., Atlanta. www.atlantatrackclub.org.
The AJC Peachtree Health & Fitness Expo is a great way to add a little wellness to a week that will likely be filled with barbecue and desserts. The free event will include such vendors as Auria, Big Peach Running Company, Whole Foods, Yuengling and more.
Summer Puppet Series: Peter & the Wolf.
10 a.m. July 2. $5 ages 2 and up. Roswell Cultural Arts center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell. 770-594-6232. www.roswellgov.com.
Mix up the holiday week with a little classic theater. Prokofiev's “Peter and the Wolf” has captured the attention of young and old audiences, since its debut in 1936. The National Marionette Theatre’s version will be presented on July 2 at the North Fulton arts center. The show is recommended for ages 4 and up.
More to do for 4th of July in Atlanta:
July 3:
Norcross Red, White & Boom 3rd of July Celebration. 5-10 p.m. July 3. Free. Lillian Webb Park. 5 College St., Norcross. 770-448-2122. www.aplacetoimagine.com.
Norcross will host a pre-4th block party with drinks, dancing, live music, kid's activities and fireworks around 9:40.
Sugar Hill Sparks in the Park. 6:30 p.m. July 3. Free. E.E Robinson Park. 850 Level Creek Road, Sugar Hill. 770- 945-6716. www.cityofsugarhill.com.
Enjoy live music, inflatables, concessions and fireworks after sundown at E.E Robinson Park in Sugar Hill on the 3rd.
Kennesaw's Pre-Independence Day Salute to America. 6-10 p.m. July 3. Free. Historic Train Depot. 2828 Cherokee St., Kennesaw. 770-422-9714. www.kennesaw.com.
Kennesaw will celebrate early with live music and performances, activities for the kids, food vendors and a massive fireworks display.
Duluth Celebrates America. 5:30-10 p.m. July 3. Free. 3167 Main St., Duluth. 770-476-3434. www.duluthga.net.
Enjoy Independence Day a little early on the Duluth Town Green with music, food, fireworks, giveaways and activities for the whole family.
July 4:
Cumming Independence Day 5K/10K. 8 a.m. July 4, 2018. $20-$35 per participant, free to watch. Otwell Middle School. 605 Tribble Gap Road, Cumming, Ga. 770-887-5248. www.active.com.
Get your run on this 4th of July by taking part in the Cumming Independence Day 5K/10K. Participants will receive a t-shirt while supplies last.
4th of July Family Fest. Noon-10 p.m. July 4, 2018. Free. Warren Holder Park. 301 Club Drive, Locust Grove, Ga. 470-344-1621. www.henrycountyfireworks.com.
Head a little south for a Henry County 4th of July event featuring live music, a Kid's Zone, a Water Zone, over 100 vendors and fireworks show.
Stars and Stripes Fest 2018. 3-10 p.m. July 4, 2018. Free. Downtown Covington. 1124 Clark St., Covington, Ga. 770-787-3868. www.downtowncovington.wixsite.com.
Downtown Covington will erupt with fireworks, fabulous food, live music and more on the 4th.
The Union Day Party. 3 p.m. July 4, 2018. Free. Opera Nightclub. 1150 Crescent Ave., Atlanta, Ga. 404-942-9664. www.atlanta.net.
Opera Nightclub hosts a Union Day Party with carnival food, live DJs and views of the city within a garden setting.
Terminus City July 4th Backyard BBQ. Noon-4 p.m. July 4, 2018. $20-$25 per person. Revival. 129 Church St., Decatur, Ga. 470-225-6770. www.redbeardmerch.com.
Savor the taste of delicious barbecue while celebrating the 4th with friends and family at Revival in Decatur.
Fireworks in Helen. At dusk July 4, 2018. Free. Alpine Village Shoppes. 8016 South Main St., Helen, Ga. 706-878-2181. www.helenga.org.
Experience fireworks in Helen, a quaint Bavarian-themed town in the North Georgia Mountains.
Freedom Fest 2018. 5:30-10 p.m. July 4, 2018. Free. Community Bible Church. 2001 Jodeco Road, Stockbridge, Ga. 770-914-0808. www.communitybible.church.
Community Bible Church will host Freedom Fest 2018 with concert performances, contests, prizes and giveaways, games, inflatables, vendors and concessions.
Credit: Courtesy of Callaway Resort & Gardens
Credit: Courtesy of Callaway Resort & Gardens
4th of July Star Spangled Beach Party at Callaway. 9 a.m.-9:30 p.m. July 4, 2018. Special event ticket prices vary. Callaway Gardens. 17617 U.S. Highway 27, Pine Mountain, Ga. 844-512-3826. www.callawaygardens.com.
It's an all-American Beach Party celebration at Callaway on the 4th with sandcastle contests, live music and entertainment, paddle boats, pedal carts, beach activities and a Fireworks Extravaganza.
Yonah Mountain Vineyards 4th of July Celebration. 2 p.m. July 4, 2018. Yonah Mountain Vineyards. 1717 Highway 255 S, Cleveland, Ga. 706-878-5522. www.yonahmountainvineyards.com.
Yonah Mountain Vineyards hosts a July 4th event featuring beer on tap from Left Nut Brewery, wine specials, live music, lawn games and more.
Salute to the Red, White & Blue in East Point. Noon-11 p.m. Event on July 4, Carnival through July 8. 2757 Main St., East Point, Ga. www.downtowneastpoint.com.
Bring the whole family to East Point on the 4th for a carnival, vendor market, performances, a wide array of fabulous fare and the Fireworks Show.
Credit: Courtesy of City of Marietta
Credit: Courtesy of City of Marietta
Marietta Fourth of July Celebration. 10 a.m. July 4, 2018. Free. Historic Marietta Square. North Park Square,
Marietta, Ga. 770-794-5601. www.mariettaga.gov.
The not-to-miss Marietta Fourth of July Celebration will take place at the Historic Marietta Square complete with the Marietta Freedom Parade, an arts and crafts show, carnival games, museum tours, live music, fireworks and more.
Sandy Springs Stars and Stripes Celebration. 7-10:30 p.m. July 4, 2018. Free. Concourse Corporate Center lawn. 5 Concourse Parkway, Sandy Springs, Ga. 770-730-5600. www.visitsandysprings.org.
Catch the Sandy Springs fireworks that illuminate the King and Queen buildings on July 4th. Seating takes place on the Concourse Corporate Center lawn.
Independence Day Rooftop Backyard Luau. 5-11 p.m. July 4, 2018. $25-$85 per person. The Roof at Ponce City Market. 675 Ponce de Leon Ave., Atlanta, Ga. www.eventbrite.com.
Enjoy live music, fireworks, entertainment and fantastic food at The Roof at Ponce City Market.
Lilburn Sparkle in the Park. 5:30-10 p.m. July 4, 2018. Free. Lilburn City Park. 76 Main St., Lilburn, Ga. 770-921-2210. www.cityoflilburn.com.
Lilburn City Park will fill with family-friendly festivities on the 4thm including children's activities, live entertainment and music, balloon artists, fireworks, family photos, inflatables and food.
19th Annual Roswell 4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza. 5:30 p.m. July 4, 2018. Roswell High School. 11595 King Road, Roswell, Ga. 770-641-3727. www.roswellgov.com.
Head over to the Roswell High School lawn for the Annual Fireworks Extravaganza. this year's event will feature a Kid's Zone, giant inflatables, games, carnival games, music and a massive fireworks display.
Dahlonega's 4th of July Celebration. 8 a.m.-dark. July 4, 2018. Free. Downtown Dahlonega, Ga. 706-482-2707. www.dahlonega4thofjuly.com.
Head north for Dahlonega's renown 4th of July Celebration. This year's event will include the Firecracker 5K, the Dahlonega Car Club Car Show, a Patriotic Ceremony, parade, fireworks and old-fashioned fun.
Red, White & View at The Sun Dial. 7-10:30 p.m. July 4, 2018. $98 for adults, $25 for children ages 6-12, free for children 5 and under. The Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & View. 210 West Peachtree St. NW, Atlanta, Ga. 404-589-7506. www.sundialrestaurant.com.
Buy tickets early for the Red, White & View event taking place at The Sun Dial on July 4th. You'll get a bird's-eye view of fireworks across the Atlanta skyline while enjoying a delicious meal. Ticket sell out fast for this one.
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