Searching for fireworks in or around Atlanta? Plan your Fourth of July holiday with this list of free and cheap July 4th events. These events include fireworks, parades, live music, and festivals. They are spread out from Friday, July 2nd to Monday, July 5th.
It’s 2021 and some our Independence Day celebrations are back — but you’ll find them mostly outside the Perimeter this year. The communities inside I-285 have largely canceled again.
Follow each link to find the important details that you will need.
Make sure to check the date, because many are not on the 4th. The list is in random order (sorry!) but we’ve indicated with red text any dates other than the actual 4th of July.
This is a growing list, so bookmark it and check back! We’ll keep adding events right up to July 5th.
You can also scroll down to the bottom of the page for a day-by-day calendar of upcoming 2021 Independence Day events.
Annual fireworks that are canceled or unconfirmed for 2021
- Centennial Olympic Park
- Old 4th Ward
- East Atlanta Village
- Chamblee
- Mall of Georgia
- Atlanta Motor Speedway
2021 Fourth of July celebrations
City of Decatur fireworks
Sunday, July 4th around 9 p.m.
Admission is FREE.
Fireworks will launch from the courthouse parking deck — please find a safe and socially distant spot to watch from. There is no parade or concert in 2021.
Fantastic Fourth at Stone Mountain Park
This week-long celebration runs from July 1st to July 5th, 2021. The Lasershow begins at dusk, with fireworks directly afterward. Stone Mountain will put on the same spectacular display each night for that whole week. The Lasershow and fireworks are no longer free. You can reserve a family square on the lawn for $20 and you’ll also have to pay $20 for parking, unless you’ve purchased a $40 parking pass.
Stone Mountain’s Lasershow will be followed by a spectacular fireworks display that includes cannons, drones, and a giant spinning Catherine wheel. Photo courtesy of Stone Mountain Park.
Red, White, and BOOM! celebration in downtown Norcross
Saturday, July 3rd from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Come to this festive block party in downtown Norcross for food, fun, and fireworks! There will be assorted food vendors in addition to the local downtown merchants. Kids’ activities include face painting, bounce houses, and more. Some activities may have a slight fee, but admission to the event and fireworks are FREE.
Johns Creek Independence Day Celebration
Friday, July 2nd, 2021 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Come to Newtown Park in Johns Creek for a food truck rally, FREE concert, and spectacular fireworks at dusk.
Stars & Stripes Celebration at City Springs
July 4, 2021, from 6 to 10:30 p.m.,FREE to attend.
Food trucks begin serving at 6 p.m. Live music at 7:30. Fireworks begin around 9:30. Bring a blanket or chairs and pack a picnic meal — but no outside alcohol is allowed. No pets, please.
This guy looks pretty chill — but please remember that animals and small children can be terrified by loud fireworks, and plan your holiday celebration accordingly!
Independence Day with the Braves
Celebrate Independence Day 2021 with the home team!
The Braves will take on the Marlins during a game series from July 2 to 4th.
On Friday, July 2nd, there will be fireworks after the game.
On Sunday, July 4th the game starts at 1:20 p.m. and the first 3,000 kids (14 & under) through the gates will receive a FREE bobblehead figure.
July 4th Spectacular in Woodstock
Monday, July 5, 2021
This is an all-day celebration, lasting from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Events include a parade, a summer festival with live music, and fireworks at dusk. It is FREE to attend. Click for details.
Dunwoody Fourth of July Parade and Family Festival
Monday, July 5, 2021
Parade starts at 9 a.m. and follows a route down Mount Vernon Rd from Jett Ferry to Dunwoody Village. The festival happens at Dunwoody Village from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., featuring food, beer, music, and a kids zone with inflatables for children. FREE to attend.
The Dunwoody Fourth of July Parade began in 1976 as part of the nation’s bicentennial celebration. It is said to be Georgia’s largest parade taking place on July 4th. (photo for illustration purposes only.)
4th of July Celebration & Fireworks in Avondale Estates
Sunday, July 4th.
Parade from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Fireworks at dusk over Lake Avondale.
Roswell’s annual Fireworks Extravaganza
Sunday, July 4th.
The event runs from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. and takes place at Roswell Area Park. Food trucks begin serving at 5:30; live music performances take place from 6 to 9 p.m. Fireworks are scheduled for 9:30 p.m. but this may be adjusted earlier or later, depending on the weather. No pets. No alcohol.
Fireworks in Alpharetta
Sunday, July 4th.
Fireworks take place at Wills Park, at 11925 Wills Rd. at approximately 9 p.m.
There will be NO food trucks or other activities this year.
Marietta’s 4th in the Park celebration
Saturday, July 3rd
This is an all-day event, beginning with a parade at 10 a.m. From 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., there will be a summer festival, featuring food, arts & crafts vendors, a Kids Zone, and live concerts that run from noon to 9:30 p.m. Fireworks scheduled for 9:30, but may begin sooner or later, depending on weather conditions. For parade route and concert schedule, click the title link, above.
POPS Patriotic Concert by the Callanwolde Concert Band
Sunday, July 4th — 5 to 6 p.m.
The Callanwolde Concert Band presents its first live concert in nearly 16 months. It is FREE and open to the public. The location is the new amphitheater in Brook Run Park, in Dunwoody.
Acworth’s 4th of July concert and fireworks in Cauble Park
Sunday, July 4th.
The event takes place at Acworth Beach in Cauble Park. The FREE concerts begin at 5:30 p.m. And there will be fireworks over Lake Acworth, beginning around 9:30 p.m. This is said to be one of the largest displays in Cobb County.
Kennesaw’s Salute to America
Saturday, July 3, 2021
This is a family-friendly festival. From 6 to 10 p.m., enjoy live music, street entertainment, food vendors, and activities for children. At 9:30 p.m., head over to Adams Park, Depot Park, or Main Street to watch the fireworks display.
Tucker Independence Festival & Fireworks
Saturday, July 3, 2021
Starting at 6 p.m., you’ll find food trucks, vendors, and live entertainment along downtown Tucker’s Main Street.
Fireworks after dark.
Powder Springs Festival & Fireworks
Sunday, July 4, 2021
Noon to 10 p.m.
This family-friendly festival features all-day entertainment, with plenty of activities for children. It takes place at Thurman Springs Park, near downtown Powder Springs. Fireworks at dark.
Sparks in the Park celebration in Sugar Hill
Saturday, July 3, 2021
6:30 to 11:30 p.m.
The celebration takes place at E.E. Robinson Park, located at 850 Level Creek Road in Sugar Hill.
Fourth of July celebration & fireworks at Cumming Fairgrounds
Saturday, July 3, 2021
4 to 10 p.m.
Food trucks, entertainment, and fireworks beginning at 9:30 p.m.
FREE admission and parking.
There’s also a parade in downtown Cumming, starting at 10 a.m.
Celebration and fireworks in Cartersville
Sunday, July 4th
It all begins with the Fourth of July Parade in downtown Cartersville, beginning at 9 a.m. Festivities at Dellinger Park begin at 3 p.m. and end with fireworks after 9 p.m. Admission is free,but parking is $5 per vehicle.
Dellinger Park is located at:
100 Pine Grove Rd
Cartersville, GA 30120
Fourth of July Parade in Newnan
Sunday, July 4th
The Parade will begin at Veteran’s Memorial Park (Temple Avenue Park) at 4:00 p.m., and will end at Greenville Street Park.
Parade & fireworks in Peachtree City
Saturday, July 3, 2021
Join the City of Peachtree City for its annual Independence Day Parade and fireworks on Saturday, July 3rd. The parade begins at Village on the Green, travels up the Peachtree Parkway, and ends at Mcintosh Trail Recreation Center. The fireworks will take place over Lake Peachtree, and will begin at dusk. The festival isn’t happening this year.
Dahlonega Independence Weekend
July 2nd – 4th
Celebrate America’s independence with a three days full of festivities in Dahlonega. Festivities take place from July 2nd through the 4th, in Dahlonega’s Historic Square, Hancock Park, and Iron Mountain Resort.
Most activities are FREE, but for the Iron Mountain Resort fireworks there is a per car charge of $20 in advance and $25 on July 4th.
Weekend events include a Patriotic Parade, a car show, hot dog eating contest, Dahlonega Action Dogs performance, concerts, local merchant sidewalk sales, and a majestic fireworks show at Iron Mountain Resort, complete with live music, food truck, and children’s activities.
Complete list of Fourth of July events, arranged by date and time:
Thursday, July 1, 2021
Friday, July 2, 2021
Saturday, July 3, 2021
Sunday, July 4, 2021
Monday, July 5, 2021
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Fourth of July Celebrations INSIDE the Perimeter
Centennial Olympic Park
This is the big one, especially now that Lenox Mall has discontinued it’s annual fireworks display. In fact, it’s said to be the largest fireworks display in the entire Southeast. The park gates will open at 7 p.m. on July 4th, 2019. There will be several food trucks on site. Deejay Yvonne Monet will start spinning the tunes around 7:30 p.m., and the fireworks are set for 9:45 p.m. FREE to attend. Click the link for details on parking and getting there on MARTA.
Fireworks over Centennial Olympic Park in downtown Atlanta. Photo courtesy of Georgia World Congress Center.
Fireworks in the Fourth Ward
On July 4, 2019, from 5 to 11 p.m. you can enjoy an intown celebration at Historic Fourth Ward Park. The event is FREE and open to the public. There will be over 20 food trucks, live bands, and fireworks coordinated to a music soundtrack. We’re told fireworks don’t have a set time, but will start some time after the sun sets (and sunset is at 8:51 p.m. on the Fourth, according to weather.com). Family-friendly and FREE.
Fireworks on the Fourth in East Atlanta Village
Thursday, July 4th at 9:30 p.m. in front of Holy Taco, 1314 Glenwood. This is a professional fireworks show that is sponsored by community association East Atlanta Strut, as well as several of the local businesses in and around EAV. The local eateries and bars will be open for business.
Chamblee’s Fourth of July Celebration
Thursday, July 4th, 2019 from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. This is a truly family-oriented celebration, taking place in Chamblee’s Keswick Park. It begins with a bike parade at 5 p.m., and kids are encouraged to decorate bikes, wagons, tricycles, whatever in a patriotic manner to participate. The park’s soccer fields will he home to FREE inflatables and bounce houses from 5 to 8 p.m. A concert and dance party starts at 6:30 p.m., with fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Please click the link for event details and info on parking.
Outside the Perimeter
Star Spangled Fourth at Mall of Georgia
This is nearly an all-day event on July 4, 2019, running from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. There’s a Kids Zone, live music from several bands, and fireworks scheduled to begin around 9:40 p.m. After the fireworks, you can stick around for an outdoor showing of Lego Movie 2: The Second Part. It’s all FREE. Click the link above for the schedule of events.
Drag Racing and Fireworks at Atlanta Motor Speedway
Thursday, July 4th, starting at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are just $10 at the gate for this July 4th Thursday night edition of Friday Night Drag Racing. Atlanta Motor Speedway is located in Hampton, Georgia, just 25 miles south of Atlanta. Come for the races; stay for the fireworks after dark.
