Decatur’s Pied Piper Parade celebrates the Fourth of July with a community parade that ends with fireworks downtown. Photo courtesy of the City of Decatur.

Pied Piper Parade
When: July 4
Where: First Baptist Church of Decatur (Starting Point)
Cost: Free to Spectate and Participate (sign up here)
Details: Decatur’s Fourth of July celebration combines a community parade, live music, and fireworks in the heart of downtown. The Pied Piper Parade winds through the city with decorated bikes, wagons, floats, and costumed participants, accompanied by marching musicians, stilt walkers, and jugglers. G Clef & The Playlist perform before fireworks begin at dark.

Stars, Sips and Skyline: Fourth of July Rooftop Celebration
When: July 4
Where: Kimpton Sylvan Hotel
Cost: $45 per person
Details: The Kimpton Sylvan Hotel in Buckhead hosts a Fourth of July rooftop party from 6 to 11 p.m. Visitors can enjoy skyline views and fireworks with a live DJ to add to the festive vibes. Specialty cocktails will be available, as well as an “All-American BBQ Bites” station and complimentary tastings from Grey Goose. They will also host a pool party earlier in the day from 2 to 6 p.m. for a cost of $40 per person.

Fourth in the Park at Marietta Square
When: July 4
Where: Marietta Square
Cost: Free
Details: The City of Marietta celebrates America’s independence with their annual Fourth in the Park Celebration. The event begins with the Freedom Ring Parade, which features local bands and businesses, civic organizations, beauty pageant queens, and more. Visitors can also enjoy live concerts, arts and crafts shows, and carnival games with fireworks to conclude the night.

Fernbank Celebrates the USA
When: June 27 to July 5
Where: Fernbank 3D Theater
Cost: Included with $26 Admission
Details: If you’re looking to avoid early July temperatures while still celebrating the USA’s birthday, look no further than Fernbank’s 3D (and air-conditioned) Theater. Special showings of American-focused documentaries will light up the museum’s giant screen. Find the daily film schedule here.

Salute to the Red, White and Blue
When: July 4
Where: East Point Commons
Cost: Free
Details: East Point’s annual Salute to the Red, White and Blue celebration returns with an afternoon and evening of live music, food vendors, and one of the largest displays of fireworks in South Fulton County. Held at East Point Commons across from the East Point MARTA station, local artists such as Atlanta rapper Young Joc headline the event.

Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race
When: July 4, 7 a.m.
Where: Race map can be found here
Cost: Free to Spectate
Details: The biggest 10-kilometer race in America takes another lap around Atlanta on July 4. Wake up early to cheer on racers (or if you’re running late for registration, limited spots are available) and still make it home in time for barbecue and fireworks.

Peach State Block Party
When: July 4, 3 to 10 p.m.
Where: Underground Atlanta
Cost: $13 to $23
Details: This 21-plus event with food trucks, DJs, games, and dancing brings the Independence Day celebration to the Underground. Invite your friends, because tickets favor big groups. Early attendees can expect free barbecue while supplies last.

Acworth Fourth of July Celebration
When: July 4
Where: Cauble Park
Cost: Free
Details: Come watch one of the largest fireworks shows in Cobb County at Cauble Park. With live music, family activities, and a fireworks display, the event takes place on the banks of Lake Acworth. Kids can participate in face painting, bounce houses, and interactive games, while parents browse the crafts and treats of local vendors.

Fantastic Fourth Celebration
When: July 1 to 6 at 9:30 p.m.
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