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Fantastic Fourth at Stone Mountain runs thru July 7th — get half-price passes!

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Stone Mountain's Fantastic Fourth: fireworks + light show every night from July 1-7 You can celebrate the Fourth of July as many times as you want in 2024 -- because Stone Mountain is putting on the exact same show for seven nights in a … [Read more...] about Fantastic Fourth at Stone Mountain runs thru July 7th — get half-price passes!

Free movies on Thursdays at Town Brookhaven — “Captain America: The First Avenger ” is up next, with free popcorn

The Movies on the Town FREE outdoor cinema returns to Town Brookhaven for the summer of 2025. On Thursdays in June and July, grab a blanket or chair and head to Peachtree Road for a night of family fun -- on the cheap, of course. There will be … [Read more...] about Free movies on Thursdays at Town Brookhaven — “Captain America: The First Avenger ” is up next, with free popcorn

HUGE list of 4th of July fireworks & celebrations around metro Atlanta — including an interactive map

Where to see fireworks in Atlanta in 2025 -- this is the most complete list you'll find online anywhere! It includes 13 metro Atlanta counties PLUS an interactive map! Searching for fireworks in or around Atlanta in 2025? Plan your Fourth of July … [Read more...] about HUGE list of 4th of July fireworks & celebrations around metro Atlanta — including an interactive map

Johns Creek hosts FREE movies this summer at Newtown Park: “Moana 2” plays on Thursday

Movies at Newtown Park is a FREE summer outdoor series of family-friendly movies, presented on a huge inflatable screen. There will be food trucks on site. Come early for pre-show fun! Starting at 7 p.m., you'll find inflatables, face painting, … [Read more...] about Johns Creek hosts FREE movies this summer at Newtown Park: “Moana 2” plays on Thursday

Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festival in Roswell

On Saturday, October 26, 2024, the city of Roswell will hold it's Dia de Los Muertos Festival. It is FREE to attend; just bring your wallet for food and drink. The celebration pays homage to the traditional Mexican holiday, which translates as … [Read more...] about Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festival in Roswell

Stripers play at home on July 3rd and 4th, promise the biggest fireworks display in Gwinnett County post-game

The Gwinnett Stripers are playing at home on July 4, 2025, so there won't be the usual 4th on the Field party that they throw when they're out of town.  However, the Stripers have promised the largest fireworks show in Gwinnett County to fans … [Read more...] about Stripers play at home on July 3rd and 4th, promise the biggest fireworks display in Gwinnett County post-game

Chamblee’s 4th of July celebration: concert, fireworks, open container district

The city of Chamblee will host a family-oriented Fourth of July celebration again in 2025. We have all the details, PLUS the Uber discount code just below.  The Independence Day summer concert and fireworks will take place from 5 p.m. to 10 … [Read more...] about Chamblee’s 4th of July celebration: concert, fireworks, open container district

Tucker’s Independence Day on Main features a concert and fireworks on July 3rd

The city of Tucker will host an Independence Day celebration on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. The festivities begin at 6 p.m. along Main Street in downtown Tucker and go on till 11 p.m.  You can expect food trucks, vendors, and a spectacular … [Read more...] about Tucker’s Independence Day on Main features a concert and fireworks on July 3rd

City of Dallas hosts July 4th fireworks & a concert, featuring Guardians of the Jukebox

The City of Dallas will host Paulding County's only July 4th fireworks show this year, on Friday, July 4th, 2025. (Hiram is holding fireworks on June 28, 2025) The fun starts at 6 p.m. with food trucks and activities for kids, in the downtown … [Read more...] about City of Dallas hosts July 4th fireworks & a concert, featuring Guardians of the Jukebox

Cumming hosts a 4th of July parade, followed by a day of fun & fireworks at the Fairgrounds

Cumming is the place to be this 4th of July, with a parade downtown in the morning and a full day of fun at the Cumming Fairgrounds, ending with a brilliant fireworks display. The parade starts at 10 a.m. It starts at Forsyth Central High School, … [Read more...] about Cumming hosts a 4th of July parade, followed by a day of fun & fireworks at the Fairgrounds

Sandy Springs’ Stars and Stripes Celebration on July 4th — food trucks, live music, fireworks

Head to Sandy Springs on Friday, July 4th, 2025 for fireworks, a FREE concert, and on-site food trucks. The celebration will be held at the City Springs complex this year -- it was previously held at the Concourse. It is FREE to attend. The … [Read more...] about Sandy Springs’ Stars and Stripes Celebration on July 4th — food trucks, live music, fireworks

Star Spangled Snellville — festival, concert, family fun, and fireworks on July 4th

Star Spangled Snellville takes place on Friday, July 4th, 2025. It's an all-day event, beginning at 4 p.m. and wrapping up around 10 p.m. when the fireworks have finished. It's all happening at the Snellville Towne Green. The event is FREE to … [Read more...] about Star Spangled Snellville — festival, concert, family fun, and fireworks on July 4th

FREE Movie Mondays at the Wadsworth Auditorium in Newnan: “Paddington in Peru” is up this week

Newnan Free Movie Mondays: catch a family-friendly film indoors on select mornings this summer Free Movie Mondays return to the Wadsworth Auditorium in Newnan for the summer of 2025! Free Movie Mondays will feature FREE family-friendly film … [Read more...] about FREE Movie Mondays at the Wadsworth Auditorium in Newnan: “Paddington in Peru” is up this week

July 4th Spectacular Festival, Parade, and Fireworks in Woodstock

The annual July 4th Spectacular will take place in Woodstock on Friday, July 4, 2025, with a series of FREE events that includes a freedom run, a parade, a festival, and fireworks. The parade will begin at 10 a.m. at Woodstock Elementary School and … [Read more...] about July 4th Spectacular Festival, Parade, and Fireworks in Woodstock

Get decked out and join in Milton’s Independence Day Walking Parade, then make a splash in the Foam Pit

Milton will hold an Independence Day Walking Parade on Friday, July 4, 2025 from 9 a.m. to noon. It takes place at the Broadwell Pavilion. Dress yourself, your kids, your wagons, scooters, bikes, and even your leashed pets in the most festive red, … [Read more...] about Get decked out and join in Milton’s Independence Day Walking Parade, then make a splash in the Foam Pit

Cartersville hosts a 4th of July parade, festival, concert and huge fireworks display

The annual July 4th celebration returns to Cartersville on Friday, July 4, 2025. It includes a parade, festival, entertainment, and the largest fireworks display the city has ever put on. The parade down Main Street in downtown Cartersville … [Read more...] about Cartersville hosts a 4th of July parade, festival, concert and huge fireworks display

Come to Avondale estates for a parade and street festival this 4th of July

Avondale Estates will host a 4th of July celebration on Friday, July 4, 2025. It's a whole day of family fun, starting with a Fourth of July Parade at 10 a.m. Everything is FREE to attend.  The parade starts at the intersection of Berkeley … [Read more...] about Come to Avondale estates for a parade and street festival this 4th of July

Lilburn’s Sparkle in the Park is happening on July 3rd this year

Celebrate Independence Day with Lilburn's Sparkle in the Park event. It's happening on Thursday, July 3, 2025 from 6 to 10 p.m. You'll find live bands, activities for the kiddos, food trucks, fireworks, and fun at Lilburn City Park. There's no … [Read more...] about Lilburn’s Sparkle in the Park is happening on July 3rd this year

Conyers hosts the annual Red, White, and Boom! celebration on July 3rd

Red, White, and Boom takes place in Conyers on Thursday, July 3, 2025. The streets of Olde Town Conyers will come alive with the sights and sounds of the community celebrating our nation's independence. Bring the family for food trucks, kids … [Read more...] about Conyers hosts the annual Red, White, and Boom! celebration on July 3rd

Chamblee hosts the International Night Market this Friday & Saturday

Get ready for a global culinary adventure! Atlanta International Night Market will hold its next event in downtown Chamblee. The event takes place over two days and is FREE to attend.  On Friday, June 27, 2025,  the Night Market hours … [Read more...] about Chamblee hosts the International Night Market this Friday & Saturday

Woodlands Garden in Decatur hosts a family-friendly artist showcase this Saturday

Come to Woodlands Garden for the Creative Roots Artist Show Case on Saturday, June 28, 2025. The event is FREE and family-friendly. This indoor / outdoor experience takes place from 2 to 5 p.m. and will allow the whole family to connect with … [Read more...] about Woodlands Garden in Decatur hosts a family-friendly artist showcase this Saturday

Newnan holds a 4th of July parade, concert, festival, and fireworks

The city of Newnan will hold its annual 4th of July celebration again in 2025.  All events are FREE to attend.  The fun starts with a parade, stepping off at 9 a.m. from Veteran's Memorial Park.  It will end right before … [Read more...] about Newnan holds a 4th of July parade, concert, festival, and fireworks

Kennesaw’s “Salute to America” with live music, fireworks, and more on July 3rd

The city of Kennesaw will host an all-day Independence Day celebration on Thursday, July 3, 2025. The location is Depot Park in historic downtown Kennesaw. Bring a picnic meal or plan to buy food on site -- there will be a good variety of meals … [Read more...] about Kennesaw’s “Salute to America” with live music, fireworks, and more on July 3rd

Jonesboro celebrates Independence Day with fireworks and a concert on Thursday, July 3rd

Celebrate Independence Day a day early in Clayton County! Jonesboro will hold a festive celebration on Thursday, July 3, 2025. The event takes place from 5 to 10 p.m. at Lee Street Park.  It kicks off with live music from the Emerald Empire … [Read more...] about Jonesboro celebrates Independence Day with fireworks and a concert on Thursday, July 3rd

The city of Sugar Hill hosts Sparks in the Park on July 3rd, with music and fireworks

  The city of Sugar Hill will host Sparks in the Park at E.E. Robinson Park on Thursday, July 3rd, 2025. The event includes live music and fireworks. It begins at 6:30 p.m., with fireworks at dark. E.E. Robinson Park is located … [Read more...] about The city of Sugar Hill hosts Sparks in the Park on July 3rd, with music and fireworks

Lawrenceville hosts Prelude to the 4TH fireworks spectacular on July 2nd

The City of Lawrenceville will host a special Prelude to the Fourth fireworks spectacular on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, on the Lawrenceville Lawn. The event takes place from 5 to 10 p.m. It is FREE to attend. The event features an evening of … [Read more...] about Lawrenceville hosts Prelude to the 4TH fireworks spectacular on July 2nd

Red, White, & BOOM! fireworks celebration in downtown Norcross on July 3rd

The city of Norcross is once again throwing a pre-Fourth of July block party. NOTE that this event takes place on Thursday, July 3, 2025. Admission to the block party is FREE. Activities are scheduled from 5 to 10 p.m. Red, White, and BOOM! … [Read more...] about Red, White, & BOOM! fireworks celebration in downtown Norcross on July 3rd

Celebrate Independence Day in Canton with a parade and fireworks

Join in a star-spangled celebration on Independence Day, Friday, July 4, 2025. The American Legion is hosting a Patriotic Parade in Downtown Canton, starting at 6 p.m. Fireworks will take place at the Publix Shopping Center block of Riverstone … [Read more...] about Celebrate Independence Day in Canton with a parade and fireworks

June in Atlanta: All the top events and best things to do this month

Things to do in June in Atlanta, including indoor activities that let you beat the heat! Welcome to June! It's time for summer concerts, movies on the lawn, Juneteenth celebrations, and summer vacation activities. Are you looking for things to … [Read more...] about June in Atlanta: All the top events and best things to do this month

Main Street Melodies is a new, FREE concert series in Stone Mountain Village on Friday nights

Get ready to groove in Stone Mountain Village this spring and summer! The brand NEW Main Street Melodies concert series kicks off on Friday, May 2, 2025. All concerts are FREE and open to the public. They take place at the Lawn on Main Street … [Read more...] about Main Street Melodies is a new, FREE concert series in Stone Mountain Village on Friday nights

Marietta’s 4th In The Park is an all-day celebration featuring a parade, concerts, festival, and fireworks

The city of Marietta is hosting an all-day "4th in the Park" celebration on Friday, July 4, 2025. Its all FREE to attend.  The event runs from 10 a.m. till 10 p.m., with fireworks after dark. The celebration is spread out on and around … [Read more...] about Marietta’s 4th In The Park is an all-day celebration featuring a parade, concerts, festival, and fireworks

Powder Springs hosts 4th of July celebration with concerts, cruise-in car show, Kids Zone, and fireworks

The city of Powder Springs will host an Independence Day celebration and fireworks on Friday, July 4, 2025. The event will also include a cruise-in car show. The festival takes place in downtown Powder Springs, in and around Thurman Springs Park, … [Read more...] about Powder Springs hosts 4th of July celebration with concerts, cruise-in car show, Kids Zone, and fireworks

Concert Ticket Discounts: Toto, Alice Cooper, Judas Priest, Styx, Kesha, Simple Minds, more

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We're compiling a list of discounted concert ticket offers here, available through Groupon. Many of these discounts are likely to be available for only a limited time -- so if you see a discount now for a concert in September, you'll have to … [Read more...] about Concert Ticket Discounts: Toto, Alice Cooper, Judas Priest, Styx, Kesha, Simple Minds, more

Live Nation continues “$30 Ticket to Summer” with discounted prices to Atlanta area concerts

Live Nation has announced a special promotion -- the $30 Ticket to Summer sale, which offers discounted tickets to many shows in select amphitheaters across the U.S. and Canada. Several metro Atlanta venues are included in the sale, and we have a … [Read more...] about Live Nation continues “$30 Ticket to Summer” with discounted prices to Atlanta area concerts

Morrow’s Freedom Fest features fireworks, a rock concert, and more on Saturday, June 28th

The city of Morrow hosts its annual Freedom Fest celebration on Saturday, July 28, 2025. This FREE and family-friendly event takes place from 5 to 11 p.m. You'll find an interactive kids zone with plenty of activities for children. A concert … [Read more...] about Morrow’s Freedom Fest features fireworks, a rock concert, and more on Saturday, June 28th

Ball Ground hosts annual fireworks and concert on Saturday, June 28th

Come to Ball Ground City Park in Cherokee County for a very early patriotic celebration. The annual concert and fireworks will take place on Saturday, June 28, 2025. The music starts at 7 pm. Fireworks follow at 9:45. You can begin placing … [Read more...] about Ball Ground hosts annual fireworks and concert on Saturday, June 28th

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