Where to see fireworks in Atlanta in 2024 — this is the most complete list you’ll find online anywhere! It includes 13 metro Atlanta counties.
Searching for fireworks in or around Atlanta in 2024? Plan your Fourth of July holiday with this list of free and cheap July 4th events. The list includes fireworks, parades, live music, and festivals.
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.
We’ve indicated with red text any dates other than the actual 4th of July.
The list is organized by county in this order, and you can either scroll or jump to each section:
- Fulton County
- Dekalb County
- Gwinnett & Walton Counties
- Cobb County
- Bartow, Cherokee, & Forsyth Counties
- Fayette, Henry, Rockdale, Newton, & Coweta Counties
- Paulding & Douglas Counties
- Interactive map of ALL counties
NEW this year — we’ve added an interactive map of the fireworks displays that are listed below. Feel free to browse the list, or jump to the map.
You can also scroll down to the bottom of the page for a day-by-day calendar of upcoming 2024 Independence Day events.
Celebrations & Fireworks in Fulton County
♦ Centennial Olympic Park
Unfortunately, this event is on hiatus for 2024!
♦ East Point: Salute to the Red, White, & Blue
Surprisingly, there’s no info available yet for 2024. We’ll update when we have details! As of 6/20 the East Point city calendar is empty for July 4th.
♦ Johns Creek: Independence Day Celebration
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Come to Newtown Park in Johns Creek for a food truck rally, FREE concert, and spectacular fireworks at dark.
More info
♦ Sandy Springs: Stars & Stripes at City Springs
Thursday, July 4, 2024
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 — or buy from one of the 10 food trucks on site.
More info
♦ Roswell: Annual 4th of July Celebration
Thursday, July 4, 2024
The event takes place at Roswell Area Park. Food trucks begin serving at 5:00; live music performances take place from 6 to 9 p.m. Fireworks are scheduled for 9:30 p.m.
More info
♦ Milton: Walking Parade & Dance Party
Thursday, July 4, 2024
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
It’s all happening at the Broadwell Pavilion! Come for the parade at 10 a.m., dressed in your most patriotic attire. Scooters, bikes, and leashed pets are welcome. There are prizes for best outfits and decorations. Then, after the parade, get ready to groove at the Patriotic Dance Party under the pavilion.
More info
♦ Alpharetta: Annual Fireworks
Thursday, July 4, 2024
Fireworks take place at Wills Park at approximately 9 p.m. There will be NO food trucks or other activities this year. Families are encouraged to bring blankets, picnic meals, lawn games, etc.
More info
Celebrations & Fireworks in Dekalb County
♦ Chamblee: Summer Concert Series
Thursday, July 4, 2024
Featuring a FREE summer concert, food trucks, and fireworks at the NEW City Hall in downtown Chamblee (NOT at Keswick Park this year). Parking is limited, so click thru the link for details about getting there via shuttle or MARTA. Oh, and the downtown area is now an open container district (rules apply, of course!)
More info
♦ Decatur: Pied Piper Parade, Concert, Fireworks
Thursday July 4, 2024
Anyone can join in the Pied Piper Parade — just be ready to line-up by 5:30 p.m. in your festive attire. The parade is followed by a FREE concert. Then, fireworks will launch from the courthouse parking deck, beginning around 9 p.m.
More info
♦ Stone Mountain Park: Fantastic Fourth
This week-long celebration runs from July 1st to July 7th, 2024. The new light and drone show begins at dusk, with fireworks directly afterward. Stone Mountain will put on the same spectacular display each night for that whole week.
More info
DISOUNT ALERT: If you want to spend the entire day at Stone Mountain Park, you can currently get an Attractions Pass for just $19.99 on Groupon. That’s 50% OFF!
♦ Avondale Estates: Parade & Fireworks
Thursday, July 4, 2024
The parade starts at 10 a.m. and travels down Clarendon Avenue. After that, get ready for a festive 4th on the Town Green. There will be food trucks, activities, music, and more. Fireworks at dusk.
More info
♦ Dunwoody: 4th of July Parade
Thursday, July 4, 2024
The annual 4th of July parade features marching bands, floats, clowns, and local celebrities. It starts at 9 a.m. along Mount Vernon Rd. Dunwoody does NOT put on a fireworks display, but you can see them in nearby Chamblee.
More info and parade viewing tips
♦ Tucker: Independence Day on Main
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Starting at 6 p.m., you’ll find food trucks, vendors, and live entertainment along downtown Tucker’s Main Street. Fireworks after dark.
More info
Celebrations & Fireworks in Gwinnett & Walton Counties
(This list includes Braselton, which is spread across Gwinnett, Barrow, Jackson, and Hall Counties)
♦ Norcross: Red, White & Boom!
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
The annual Red, White & Boom celebration is a festive block party in downtown Norcross. Come for for fun, food, family activities, music and fireworks.
More info
♦ Lawrenceville: Prelude to the 4th
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Head to the Lawrenceville Lawn for this early celebration — featuring a concert, food trucks, family fun, and fireworks.
More info
♦ Lilburn: Sparkle in the Park
Thursday, July 4, 2024
This festival in Lilburn City Park includes food trucks, live music, kid’s activities, and a fireworks finale. Be sure to click thru the link for info on parking, shuttles, and other details. There’s no parking on site!
More info
♦ Sugar Hill: Sparks in the Park
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Live music and fireworks at E.E. Robinson Park. The fun begins at 6:30 p.m. and continues past dark.
More info
♦ Star Spangled Snellville
Thursday, July 4, 2024
This is an all-day event, beginning in the afternoon with a DJ and Kids Zone ($15 wristband required), followed by an evening of live music and fireworks on the Snellville Town Green. There will be food trucks on site.
More info
♦ Coolray Field: 4th on the Field
Thursday, July 4, 2024
The Stripers are playing away from home on July 4th, but there will be a party at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville anyway! There will be live music, bounce houses, face painting, activities for kids, beer garden, food, a movie on the big screen in center field, and fireworks. Tickets are very affordable at $5 to $10.
More info
♦ Loganville: Celebration, Concert, & Fireworks
Saturday, June 29, 2024
West Walton Park
Get an early start on the celebration with this event in Walton County! You’ll find kids activities, food trucks, a DJ, a live concert, and fireworks at dark.
More info
♦ Braselton: July 4th Festival & Fireworks
Thursday, July 4, 2024
Highlights in downtown Braselton include a concert on the Town Green, food trucks, Patriotic Parade, and fireworks at dark.
Go to the website
Celebrations & Fireworks in Cobb County
♦ Marietta: 4th in the Park
Thursday, July 4, 2024
This is an all-day event on the Marietta Square and Glover Park, starting with the Let Freedom Ring Parade at 10 a.m. The fun continues through the afternoon and evening with an arts & crafts festival, Kids Zone, food trucks, and FREE concerts. At 8 p.m., the headline act takes the stage, followed by fireworks at 9:30.
More info
♦ Acworth: 4th of July Celebration
Thursday, July 4, 2024
The event takes place at Acworth Beach in Cauble Park. Gates open at 4 p.m. 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.
More info
♦ Kennesaw: Salute to America
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
This is a family-friendly festival in downtown Kennesaw. 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.
More info
♦ Powder Springs: 4th of July Celebration
Thursday, July 4, 2024
This family-friendly festival features an evening of FREE concerts, a cruise-in car show, and plenty of activities for children. It takes place at Thurman Springs Park, near downtown Powder Springs. Fireworks at dark.
More info
♦ Independence Day with the Atlanta Braves
July 4, 2024
The Braves are playing the San Francisco Giants at Truist Park, and are promising spectacular fireworks after the game!
More info and tickets
♦ Six Flags Over Georgia: Nightly Fireworks
July 3rd to 6th, 2024
Enjoy a day of thrills on the rides, then stay for fireworks at dusk that will light up the sky over the park’s famous roller coasters. You’ll need a one-day ticket or a season pass, of course.
Visit the website
Bartow, Cherokee, & Forsyth Counties
♦ Cartersville: Parade & Fireworks
Thursday, July 4, 2024
It all begins with the Fourth of July Parade in downtown Cartersville, beginning at 9 a.m. Festivities at Dellinger Park begin at 4 p.m. and end with fireworks after 9 p.m.
Admission is free, but parking is $10 per vehicle.
More info
♦ Canton: Parade & Fireworks
Thursday, July 4, 2024
Head to downtown Canton for a patriotic parade at 6 p.m., followed by a spectacular fireworks display at Riverstone Parkway at dusk.
More info
♦ Cumming: Festival & Fireworks
Thursday, July 4, 2024
Come to the Cumming Fairgrounds for a day of fun, beginning at 4 p.m. The celebration includes food trucks, kids zone, vendors, and live music. The fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m.
FREE admission and parking.
No outside food or drink.
There’s also a parade in downtown Cumming, starting at 10 a.m.
More info
♦ Woodstock: July 4th Spectacular
Thursday, July 4, 2024
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.
More info
♦ Ball Ground: Concert & Fireworks
Saturday, June 29, 2024
The music starts at 7 p.m.
Fireworks follow at 9:45.
More info
Fayette, Rockdale, Coweta, Newton, & Henry Counties
♦ Conyers: Red, White, and BOOM!
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Bring the family to Olde Town Conyers for food trucks, kids activities (most have a fee), live music, a beer garden, and fireworks. The fun starts at 6 p.m. and the fireworks will begin at approximately 9:45 p.m.
More info
♦ Covington: Independence in the Park
Thursday, July 4, 2024
The party is in the Covington Square — with live music, food vendors, and spectacular fireworks. The concerts start at 6 p.m., and the headline act is Bogey and the Viceroy.
Visit the website
♦ Fun Spot: Free admission for fireworks
Thursday, July 4, 2024
1675 Hwy 85 North
Fayetteville, GA 30214
Come to Fun Spot theme park on the 4th for a FREE fireworks display. There is no admission fee if you don’t plan to ride the rides. And if you’d like to spend the day and enjoy all the attractions, you can get a Single Day Fun Pass for $40 if you purchase in advance online. The theme park is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on the Fourth.
Visit the website
♦ Peachtree City: July 4th Parade & Fireworks
Thursday, July 4, 2024
Join the City of Peachtree City for its annual Independence Day Parade and fireworks. 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.
More info
♦ Jonesboro: Fireworks at Spivey Splash Water Park
Saturday, July 6, 2024
2300 Walt Stephens Rd.
Jonesboro, GA 30236
The water park will stay open till 8 p.m. (that’s an extra hour!) Fireworks begin at dusk. While the fireworks are free, a day pass to play in the water is $15 to $20.
Visit the website
♦ Newnan: Fourth of July Parade & Fireworks
Thursday, July 4, 2024
The parade will begin at Veteran’s Memorial Park (Temple Avenue Park) at 9 a.m., and will end at Greenville Street Park. The Rotary Club will host a free concert and fireworks at Newnan High School after dark.
Parade website
Fireworks info
♦ Stockbridge: 4th of July Extravaganza
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Head to the Stockbridge Amphitheater, located at 4650 N. Henry Blvd. The concerts feature a variety of acts, beginning at 7 p.m. There will be inflatables for the kids, and a major fireworks show.
Visit the website
Celebrations & Fireworks in Paulding & Douglas Counties
♦ Dallas: 4th of July Concert & Fireworks
Thursday, July 4th, 2024
Head to downtown Dallas for Paulding County’s only fireworks show! The celebration starts at 6 p.m. with food trucks and activities for kids. At 7 p.m., rock out to hits from the ’80s with Guardians of the Jukebox. Fireworks at dark.
More info
♦ Douglasville: July 4th Parade & Festival
Thursday, July 4, 2024
The parade kicks off at 10 a.m. along Church Street in the downtown area, ending at the Town Green. After the parade, stay for a festival from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. You’ll find activity stations, bounce houses, frozen treats, and more. At dark, fireworks light up the sky at Arbor Place Mall.
More info
Interactive Fireworks Map
This is a map of all the firework displays listed here. It does not include the parades, festivals, or concerts that don’t feature fireworks. Use your fingers (or mouse) to move the map, zoom, and tap (or click) for more info.
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