Atlanta food events: July 2-8:A Coney Island freak show, Fourth of July, and more

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SkyLounge Mon., July 2, 3-7 p.m. Views and Brews- Coldplay 99X and Rock 100.5 will be broadcasting live from some of Atlanta’s best patios and will allow listeners the chance to win VIP tickets to that night’s concert. Drink specials like $13 Bud Light and $17 Corona and Corona Light buckets will be available from 3-7 p.m. Details

Cypress Street Pint and Plate Tues., July 3, 7 p.m. Beer Geek Freak Take a step back into time to a hot summer day on Coney Island’s boardwalk. That’s where Beer Geek is taking you this week, complete with a hotdog eating contest and a freak show. Details

Woodfire Grill Tues., July 3, 5:30-11 p.m. BBQ & Beer Executive chef Kevin Gillespie will be cooking up an all-American, three-course dinner for $38 a person. The restaurant will also be creating their own Independence Day cask of beer at the Sweetwater Brewery. All proceeds go to the “Save the Hooch” campaign. Details

Atkins Park Tavern Wed., July 4, 11 a.m. Fifth Annual Go Whole Hog or Go Home Pig Pickin’ Fourth of July Celebration A day of special meaty meals for $15, backyard beer Olympics, and a chance to win more than $500 in prizes. Details

Watershed Wed., July 4, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., 5-10 p.m. Chicken Fried Fourth of July Chicken lovers unite! Watershed will be celebrating Amercia with fried chicken specials for lunch and dinner. Details

FLIP Burger Boutique Wed., July 4 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Road Race Rewards FLIP is raising their glass to all 2012 Peachtree Road Race contestants. After the race come get a free milkshake with the purchase of any burger. Remember to wear your Road Race number or t-shirt. Details