Fireworks get all the glory on the Fourth of July. But there are other ways to celebrate in metro Atlanta.
Live music, food and more await at several celebrations around the city. Here are a few of them.
Springfest
SpringsFest is Powder Springs’ annual July 4th festival. It will feature live on-stage performances, face painting, bouncy houses, game trucks and food/drink vendors. It’ll conclude with fireworks.
“SpringsFest is an annual event since 2017. It’s been a hit each year, and it’s grown each year since its inception. It’s gotten bigger and better, and the citizens absolutely love it,” Henry Lust, the city’s mayor pro tem said. “When you mention SpringsFest, their eyes light up and they say, ‘Oh yes, we’re looking forward to that.’”
Noon-10 p.m. July 4. Free. Thurman Springs Park, 4485 Pineview Drive, Powder Springs. 404-954-2576, springsfest4th.com.
Salute to America
Kennesaw’s annual Independence Day celebration kicks off at 6 p.m. on July 3. It will include live music from two stages, street entertainment, food, and children’s activities. Fireworks will also be displayed. The hourlong Kennesaw Parks & Rec’s Kid’s Parade will be held at noon in Commemorative Park.
“No other city does it as well as we do. I am looking forward to celebrating our country’s independence with you and our entire community, beginning with our Salute to America on July 3. God Bless the USA!” Kennesaw Mayor Derek Easterling said.
6 p.m.-10 p.m. July 3. Free. Downtown Kennesaw. 770-422-9714, KennesawJuly3.com.
Firecracker Classic
17 Baseball invites guests to “join us for an awesome weekend of baseball and top-notch tournament experience.” Attending teams include the Smyrna Slammers and Gwinnett Bandits among others.
8 a.m. July 3 - 6 p.m. July 4. Adults $8, seniors and kids 7-12 $5, kids 6 and under free. Greater Atlanta Area.
Fourth in the Park Festival
Marietta’s annual festival includes a parade and a Marietta Square celebration with fireworks. Free concerts, food, an arts and crafts show, carnival games and a Kid’s Zone are included. This year’s Let Freedom Ring Parade Grand Marshal is “The Essential Worker.”
10 a.m.-10 p.m. July 3. Free. Marietta Square, 39-75 E Park Square, Marietta. 770-794-5601, mariettaga.gov.
Duluth Celebrates America
Food trucks, live music and more are planned for the July 3 event. Pets are welcome but there won’t be VIP tables to rent this year. Many attendees arrive early to set town blankets on the Town Green. Fireworks are also planned.
5:30 p.m.- 10 p.m. July 3. Free. Duluth Town Green, 3167 Main St., Duluth. 770-476-3434, duluthga.net.
Atlanta Braves vs. Miami Marlins
The Braves kick off the Fourth of July weekend with a series of Marlins games after playing the New York Mets. Watch the Braves take on the Marlins on the Fourth of July at 1:20 p.m at Truist Park.
Game times vary. July 1-4. Tickets start at $12. Truist Park, 755 Battery Ave. SE, Atlanta. 404-577-9100, mlb.com/braves.
Tucker Parks & Recreation Pool Party
Tucker’s free annual Fourth of July pool party is happening at noon. Music and hot dogs will be available. A watermelon-eating and cannonball contest are planned.
“We are excited to announce our July 4th Pool Party is a go! Make sure to mark your calendars as you don’t want to miss out on the fun,” Tucker Parks & Recreation said on Facebook.
Noon-4p.m. July 4. Free for children 2 and under, $3 for children 3-11, $5 ages 12 and up. Adults 55 and military veterans $3. 4259 N Park Dr, Tucker. 470-481- 0205.
Star-Spangled Snellville
Visit the Snellville Towne Green for an event beginning at 4 p.m. Enjoy a variety of food such as barbecue, snow cones and fried Oreos. A kids’ zone will be available. An all-day ticket band offers access to mini-golf, a rock wall and a water slide among other rides. Rides close at 9 p.m. Metro Jazz Club and Atlanta’s Contagious Band will perform live.
“Snellville has one of the best firework shows in the Southeast,” the tourism department said in an email.
4 p.m.- 10 p.m. July 4. $10 all-day ticket band. Snellville Towne Green, 2342 Oak Rd SW, Snellville. experiencesnellville.com.
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