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Fourth of July Events & Fireworks in Atlanta

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2026 Fourth of July Events



Looking for Fourth of July events in Atlanta? Browse fireworks shows, festivals, concerts, and Independence Day celebrations happening across the city.

In Atlanta, the Fourth of July means fireworks displays, neighborhood parades, live music, and large-scale Independence Day festivals across the metro area. From major city events to local community celebrations, July 4 is one of the busiest event weekends of the year.

This page highlights upcoming Fourth of July events in Atlanta, with listings that update as the holiday approaches. Events are listed by date below and expand as organizers confirm schedules in late spring and early summer.

Looking for a full guide to the holiday? View our Fourth of July in Atlanta guide.

Major Fourth of July Celebrations in Atlanta


Some of Atlanta’s largest Fourth of July celebrations return every year, drawing tens of thousands of attendees across the metro area. While official details are typically announced in late spring or early summer, these major annual events will appear in the listings below once confirmed:

  • Fantastic Fourth Celebration at Stone Mountain Park, featuring one of the Southeast’s largest fireworks displays
  • Lenox Square Fourth of July Fireworks in Buckhead, a long-running Independence Day tradition
  • Truist Park/Atlanta Braves fireworks shows following games
  • Centennial Park and Downtown Atlanta fireworks tied to major venues and city events
  • City and county park festivals with live music, food vendors, and fireworks across metro Atlanta
  • Family-friendly Independence Day celebrations in Decatur, Sandy Springs, Marietta, and surrounding communities

Fourth of July, 2026 Events

Fourth of July event listings begin populating in late May and June as organizers finalize schedules.

Fourth of July Events & Fireworks in Atlanta | July 4 Celebrations

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Exhibitions at Schatten Gallery at Emory (Sundays)

Sunday June 28, 2026 04:00 AM EDT 06/28/2026 4:00 AM
Schatten Gallery at Emory Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
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CRITIC'S PICK:
Through Sat., Dec. 20
Striking Characters: Typewriters, Literary Worlds & the Art...

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Exhibitions at Reeves House Visual Arts (Sundays)

Sunday June 28, 2026 04:00 AM EDT 06/28/2026 4:00 AM
Reeves House Visual Arts Center Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at Reeves House Visual Arts Center.

Current exhibitions: - All the Fixins: Artists From the South 2026 at Reeves House Visual Arts Center

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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Sunday June 28, 2026 04:04 AM EDT 06/28/2026 4:04 AM
Five Points MARTA station Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
join us on saturday, june 27 at 4:04 pm for a photo walk through downtown atlanta during the fifa world cup festivities. we'll explore the city together as a group along a pre-planned route, capturing the energy, people, and atmosphere surrounding the events. the walk will include stops at centenn... [click here for more]
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Exhibitions at Atlanta History Center (Sundays)

Sunday June 28, 2026 05:00 AM EDT 06/28/2026 5:00 AM
Atlanta History Center Cost: Free for Members, $27 Non-Members
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Visual Arts

CRITIC’S PICK:
Tue., Oct. 14 - Mon., Aug. 31, 2026

Our War Too: Women in Service, Atlanta...

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Zoo Atlanta Daily Admission / Animal Encounters (Sundays)

Sunday June 28, 2026 05:00 AM EDT 06/28/2026 5:00 AM
Zoo Atlanta Cost: Daytime general admission $29.95 - $38.20, Kids (3-11) $23.95 - $30.45
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Community::Nature/Outdoors
Explore current exhibitions on view at Zoo Atlanta.

Current exhibitions: - Boon the Clouded Leopard - Giant Pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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Exhibitions at the Infinite at Pullman Yards (Sundays)

Sunday June 28, 2026 06:00 AM EDT 06/28/2026 6:00 AM
The Infinite at Pullman Yards Cost: $32
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at The Infinite at Pullman Yards.

Current exhibitions: - Space Explorers: The Infinite at The Infinite at Pullman Yards (Critic’s Pick)

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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Exhibitions at Hammonds House Museum (Sundays)

Sunday June 28, 2026 08:00 AM EDT 06/28/2026 8:00 AM
Hammonds House Museum Cost: $5 students, $10 general admission
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at Hammonds House Museum.

Current exhibitions: - Beau McCall - Rhoden Garden

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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Gallery Anderson Smith

Exhibitions at Gallery Anderson Smith (Sundays)

Sunday June 28, 2026 08:00 AM EDT 06/28/2026 8:00 AM
Gallery Anderson Smith Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at Gallery Anderson Smith.

Current exhibitions: - A Feast for the Eyes: A Solo Exhibition by Sir Nicholas Lucius

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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Spelman College Museum

Exhibitions at Spelman College Museum of Fine Art (Sundays)

Sunday June 28, 2026 08:00 AM EDT 06/28/2026 8:00 AM
Spelman College Museum of Fine Art Cost: Free. Suggested donation $5
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at Spelman College Museum of Fine Art.

Current exhibitions: - Away With The Tides: Calida Rawles (Critic’s Pick) (Critic’s Pick)

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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The Sun ATL

Exhibitions at The Sun ATL (Sundays)

Sunday June 28, 2026 08:00 AM EDT 06/28/2026 8:00 AM
The Sun ATL Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at The Sun ATL.

Current exhibitions: - This Is Atlanta at The Sun ATL

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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Exhibitions at SCADFash (Sundays)

Sunday June 28, 2026 08:00 AM EDT 06/28/2026 8:00 AM
SCAD FASH Museum of Fashion + Film Cost: $10 general admission
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at SCAD FASH Museum of Fashion + Film.

Current exhibitions: - Dior: Crafting Fashion

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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Atlanta Botanical Gardens Exhibitions (Sundays)

Sunday June 28, 2026 09:00 AM EDT 06/28/2026 9:00 AM
Atlanta Botanical Garden Cost: $26.95/weekdays, $29.95/weekend, members free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Community::Nature/Outdoors
Explore current exhibitions on view at Atlanta Botanical Garden.

Current exhibitions: - Niki in the Garden

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

[click here for more]
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Truist Park Tour

Sunday June 28, 2026 09:00 AM EDT 06/28/2026 9:00 AM
Truist Park Cost: $37.70
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Community::Classes and Demos, Community
Tours begin based on the following schedule:

In-Season (April-September) Monday - Saturday : 10:00am, 11:00am, Noon, 1:00pm, 2:00pm Day Games: 9:00am Sundays: 1:00pm, 3:00pm

Off-Season (Oct-Mar) Monday - Saturday : 10:00am, 12:00pm, 2:00pm

Tours are 90 minutes in length.

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Childrens Museum Atlanta

Exhibitions at Children's Museum (Sundays)

Sunday June 28, 2026 09:30 AM EDT 06/28/2026 9:30 AM
Children's Museum of Atlanta Cost: $17.95 non-member
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Community::Family
Explore current exhibitions on view at Children’s Museum of Atlanta.

Current exhibitions: - Let Your Creativity Flow

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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Oglethorpe

Exhibitions at Oglethorpe University Museum of Art (Sundays)

Sunday June 28, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 06/28/2026 10:00 AM
Oglethorpe University Museum of Art Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at Oglethorpe University Museum of Art.

Current exhibitions: - The Core Self

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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Exhibitions at Fernbank (Sundays)

Sunday June 28, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 06/28/2026 10:00 AM
Fernbank Museum of Natural History Cost: $25.95 w/Senior and Child Discounts
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Community
Explore current exhibitions on view at Fernbank Museum of Natural History.

Current exhibitions: - T. rex: The Ultimate Predator - Horse Power - Orkin Discovery Zone - WildWoods

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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Creator's Market at Atlantic Station (sundays)

Sunday June 28, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 06/28/2026 10:00 AM
Atlantic Station Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Community::Community Markets, Free Events, Arts
Dive into the Universe of Unique Artistry with Creator's Market…. where every weekend is

a vibrant symphony of art and commerce.

Unearth an eclectic trove of artists, crafters, and dynamic local businesses, all handpicked

just for you! Satisfy your cravings for the unconventional and let your sens... [click here for more]
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Teen Forest Lab: Water Quality

Sunday June 28, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 06/28/2026 10:00 AM
Fernbank Museum of Natural History Cost: Included with Admission
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Community::Classes and Demos, Community::Family
Try your hand as an environmental scientist in the field in this hands-on workshop for teens! [click here for more]
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PetSmart (Roswell) Dog Adoption Event

Sunday June 28, 2026 10:00 AM EDT 06/28/2026 10:00 AM
PetSmart (Roswell) Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Community
Stop by as we collaborate with PetSmart in Roswell for a Dog Adoption Event! All family members are welcome to join, including any four-legged ones. We are offering dog adoptions with different adoptable pets present throughout the event from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM onsite at PetSmart (625 W Crossville ... [click here for more]
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Exhibitions at Breman Museum (Sundays)

Sunday June 28, 2026 11:00 AM EDT 06/28/2026 11:00 AM
The Breman Museum & Cultural Center Cost: $12.00
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at The Breman Museum.

Current exhibitions: - Treasures and Tchotchkes - Bronx Boys: Storytelling with a Lens - Absence of Humanity - History with Chutzpah

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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Illuminarium Atlanta Exhibitions (Sundays)

Sunday June 28, 2026 11:00 AM EDT 06/28/2026 11:00 AM
Illuminarium Atlanta Cost: $35.00
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Visual Arts
CRITIC’S PICK:Rolling Stone Presents Amplified: The Immersive Rock Experience, Illuminarium... [click here for more]
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Jazz Brunch At C. Ellet’s

Sunday June 28, 2026 11:00 AM EDT 06/28/2026 11:00 AM
C. Ellet's Steakhouse Cost: No Cover
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Music::Brunch with Music
Join C. Ellet's Saturdays and Sundays for jazz brunch! Dine on your favorite bites, like Southern Fried Chicken and Pancake Paloozas, sip on mimosas, and listen to jazzy tunes from their live band. The Jazz Duo plays from 11-3pm every Saturday and Sunday. Click here to make your reservation today!   [click here for more]
High Museum

Exhibitions at High Museum (Sundays)

Sunday June 28, 2026 12:00 PM EDT 06/28/2026 12:00 PM
High Museum of Art Cost: Members Free, $18.50 Not Yet Members
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Visual Arts

CRITIC’S PICK:
Fri., Oct. 10 - Sun., Feb. 8
Fashion Statements: Viktor & Rolf, High Museum — This...

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Exhibitions at Carlos Museum (Sundays)

Sunday June 28, 2026 12:00 PM EDT 06/28/2026 12:00 PM
Michael C. Carlos Museum Cost: Free - $8 (see site)
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Visual Arts
Explore current exhibitions on view at Michael C. Carlos Museum.

Current exhibitions: - Compassion - Laconian Drinking Cup - Footwork: Where We Gather (Critic’s Pick) (Critic’s Pick)

See exhibit pages for full details, images, and critic’s picks where available.

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GAZE Closing Reception

Sunday June 28, 2026 12:00 PM EDT 06/28/2026 12:00 PM
The Supermarket Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Visual Arts, Free Events
Closing reception for GAZE, a group exhibition celebrating Black queer narratives presented by The Bakery Atlanta at The Supermarket. Visitors are invited to experience the exhibition during its final day on view and engage with artwork exploring identity, community, and contemporary Black queer exp... [click here for more]

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