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Fourth of July Events & Fireworks in Atlanta

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2026 Fourth of July Events

CL Articles on July 4th


It’s July 4th. Oh say can you see, by the firecracker’s yellow light — it’s the birthday of the United States of America. Put on your best stars and stripes, wave the Star-Spangled Banner, and sing your heart out to “America the Beautiful.” Since 1776, the U.S. has been kicking butt and taking names, so let’s celebrate it. Don’t let George Washington down.

In Atlanta, the Fourth of July means fireworks shows, neighborhood parades, concerts, and large-scale Independence Day festivals across the metro area. From iconic fireworks displays at major venues to community celebrations in city parks, July 4 is one of the busiest event days of the year.

This page highlights upcoming Fourth of July events in Atlanta, with listings that update as the holiday approaches. Major annual events — including fireworks shows, park festivals, and city-sponsored celebrations — appear here as soon as details are confirmed.

Major Fourth of July Celebrations in Atlanta


The four best bets for places to see fireworks in Atlanta are at the Centennial Park in Downtown, at the Braves game, Lenox Square and at Stone Mountain. The Stone Mountain fireworks need a park pass. There are a variety of local fireworks that we have listed below. There are some good options for nearby bars, restaurants and rooftops that can always enhance the overall experience. For folks who have been around Atlanta for a while, the traditional Lenox Square Mall fireworks went dormant for a while and came back in 2025. This year they are tied into the Peachtree Road Race events.

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 Brave, usually an amazing fireworks display after the game
  • Centennial Park/Downtown Atlanta fireworks celebrations 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 communities such as Decatur, Sandy Springs, Marietta, and beyond

Fourth of July, 2026 Events

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

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