No matter what part of town you are in, you can still take part in some amazing fireworks spectaculars festivities this 4th of July weekend. WSBTV has compiled a complete list of events going on this weekend. Below are some of the highlights across town:
ALPHARETTA - Wills Park
Monday, July 4, 2011 3:00 PM
Free children’s activities from 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. The live music starts at 6:00 p.m. with the Alpharetta City Band, followed by Serious Business at 7:00 p.m. The fireworks show begins at dusk.
ATLANTA
Legendary 4th at Lenox Square Mall. There’ll be live musical entertainment on the mall’s outdoor main stage, Adidas Independence Day Tent Sale, Taste Of the 4th, and Family Carnival areas. A1A, known as The Official and Original Jimmy Buffet Tribute Show, takes the stage at 6:00 p.m., followed by Party on the Moon at 7:30 p.m. The fireworks display starts at approximately 9:40 p.m. FYI–the carnival is a new addition for 2011, and it runs from June 30-July 4. Ride tickets are $20 for 18, and each ride costs between 2-5 tickets. Tickets for the Taste of the 4th are $10 each, and it takes place from 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. in the main stage area. You can sample offerings from California Pizza Kitchen, Davio’s, Morelli’s, The Palm, and Red Brick.
4th of July Celebration at Centennial Olympic Park. Gates open at 2 p.m., with activities including face painting, stilt walkers, and more, and you can relax on the Great Lawn or cool off in the Fountain of Rings. The free musical entertainment begins at approximately at 4 p.m. with von Grey, followed by The Regulars Band at 5 p.m., the Key at 6:30 p.m., and Crystal Bowersox at 8:30 p.m. The fireworks display will be synchronized to a special selection of patriotic and popular music.
AUBURN
This years Celebration in Downtown Auburn will be a 2-Day Event on July 2nd, from 12:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. and July 3rd from 12:00 p.m. - ending with Fireworks which will be directly downtown again! Saturday, July 2nd beginning at 9:00 p.m. they will have the Beach Party by the volley ball court featuring the Alan Knieter Band from Atlanta. Sunday, July 3rd, the annual Fireworks Display. The Car Show will be on Sunday ONLY.
AUSTELL
Grab the family and celebrate July 4th at Six Flags Over Georgia with all of the excitement, thrills and spills you can handle. Top off the night with a special patriotic fireworks display.
AVONDALE ESTATES
The 4th of July Celebration The 4th of July Celebration is a time-honored tradition here in Avondale Estates. Residents and friends come together to enjoy the festivities, including the parade and the fireworks at Lake Avondale. Avondale Estates is truly a "blast" on the 4th of July!
9:15 a.m. - Parade line-up at Avondale High School 10:00 a.m. Parade begins up Clarendon Avenue 7:30 p.m. Atlanta Blue Notes perform at the lake Dusk: Fireworks begin at the Lake
CANTON
July 4th
Dog Days of Summer July 4th Celebration 4:00 PM. Cannon Park by the gazebo. Bring your dog in their favorite outfit. Stay for the Human Parade at 6:00pm Fireworks and Music at Riverstone at Dusk 8:30 PM
CARROLLTON
July 4th
Annual 4th of July Fireworks & Independence Concert. Make plans to enjoy the Carroll Symphony Orchestra in front the of the Carrollton Elementary School at 8:30 pm. The firework show that follows at 9:30 pm is synchronized to begin with the last note of the concert.
CHAMBLEE
Independence Day Celebration - Featuring activities for kids and adults, food vendors, live music, and an elaborate fireworks show in Keswick Park
CONYERS
July 04, 2011 10:00 PM
Location: Georgia International Horse Park Description: Enjoy free admission and free parking as Conyers celebrates our nation's birthday at the Fabulous Fourth Festival at the Georgia International Horse Park! Bring the family to enjoy rides, displays, entertainment, a patriotic program and fireworks at dark. Blankets and lawn chairs are allowed, but pets and coolers are prohibited. For more information, visit www.conyersfabulousfourth.com or call 770-602-2606.
CUMMING
July 3rd
Independence Day Celebration begins on July 3rd at 6:00 p.m. with various vendors including food and drink, inflatables for kids, a live band, wonderful fireworks display along with an all age dance contest following the fireworks. Bring your blanket, set out on the lawn and enjoy the festivities. There is no admission or parking
* Sunday, July 3rd @ Cumming Fairgrounds * 6:00pm - Vendors Open * 7:30pm - Band * 9:30pm - Fireworks Show * 10:00pm - Dance Contest (all ages)
* Monday, July 4th * 9:00am - Vendors Open For Sale (till 1:00pm) * 10:00am - Parade Begins * Parade Ends at Fairgrounds At Approximately 12:00 Noon * 1:00pm - Celebration Over
DECATUR
Celebrate July 4th with Parade, Concert and Fireworks The parade line-up at Decatur First Baptist Church. Parade beginning at 6 p.m. The concert, featuring the Callanwolde Concert Band, begins at 7 p.m. in the Community Bandstand. Fireworks begin at dark (approximately 9 p.m.) and are shot from the top of the DeKalb County parking deck.
DOUGLASVILLE
July 4th Fireworks -- Start at Dark Presented by the City of Douglasville Downtown Douglasville Free and Open to the public Contact: Douglasville Welcome Center, 770.947.5920
July 4 - Annual Independence Day Parade & Festival Presented by S.H.A.R.E.House Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. -- Parade will go through Downtown Douglasville Festival will be Hunter Park Free and Open to the public Contact: Douglasville Welcome Center, 770.947.5920
DULUTH
Duluth Celebrates America 2011 July 3 @ 4 pm Scott Hudgens Park Festivities will include live entertainment, food vendors, activities for the kids, fabulous fireworks display & MORE! FREE Admission, but monetary donations will be graciously accepted. www.duluthga.net 770-476-3434
EAST POINT
July 4th
It is held across from the East Point MARTA station & East Point City Hall. This fun filled event features activities for the whole family, including a professional Carnival complete with carousel, Ferris wheel, rides, games and of course, the evening's highlight at 9:30pm... South Fulton County's largest Pryo Digital Fireworks display synchronized to a musical score!
Location: 2757 Main Street, East Point, GA 30344 (Across from the East Point MARTA station & East Point City Hall)
GWINNETT COUNTY (MALL OF GEORGIA)
Monday, July 4th
Ninth Annual Fabulous Fourth at Mall of Georgia Mall of Georgia invites local families and friends to add a few sparks to this years Independence Day bash! As part of its Movies Under the Stars series, Mall of Georgia will celebrate its ninth annual Fabulous Fourth event packed full of patriotic, family-friendly festivities.
.Free concerts begin at 2 p.m. in the Village Amphitheatre.
The Woodys: 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. The Atlanta Groove: 7 - 9 p.m. Kids Zone opens at 2 p.m. Fireworks scheduled to begin at dusk Post-fireworks screening of Little Fockers
HENRY COUNTY
The Henry County Fireworks Extravaganza - Sunday, July 3 at 3:00pm - July 4 at 10:00pm
There will be Food, Fun, Music, Spacewalks, Pony Rides, and much more!!!! Come out and learn about our nation’s history from the period actors and relive the excitement of when and how America was born! $20/car load (limit 6 passengers - additional tickets can be purchased at $5/person)
HIRAM
Saturday, July 2nd
This years Salute to the Stars & Stripes will be held on Saturday, July 2nd, at Ben Hill Strickland Sr. Memorial Park in Hiram. Food, beverages and fun kids activities from 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM. Concert starts at 7pm. Fireworks begin at 9pm. Address: Ben Hill Strickland, Sr. Memorial Park 372 Oak Street Hiram, GA 30141-3249 Cost: FREE Admission
KENNESAW
Sunday, July 3
Free outdoor concert at the Depot in downtown Kennesaw. The Tribute to Legends series continues at 8 pm when Eagles tribute band Hotel California takes the stage. The band Destination will perform at 6 pm. A spectacular fireworks display is planned during the show at 9:30 pm.
LAKE LANIER
American Legion Annual Fireworks - July 04th, 2011 8:30 PM
The Gainesville American Legion Presents: Annual Firework Display Laurel Park At Dark
LOVEJOY
City of Lovejoy 4th of July Celebration, 9:00pm July 4th at Mayor's Park. Tailgating starts at 7:00pm Fireworks begin at 9pm. Bring your grill, picnic baskets, & blankets. Mayor's Park 11622 Hastings Bridge Road Lovejoy, GA 30250
MARIETTA
Celebrate July 4 on the Marietta Square
The public is invited to celebrate America's independence July 4 from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. with an Independence Day parade and celebration on the Square, free concerts, arts and crafts show, food, carnival games and fireworks finale. Marietta
The Independence Day parade begins at 10 a.m. Route: Begins at Roswell Street Baptist Church, west on Roswell Street, north on East Park Square past Glover Park and Square, down Cherokee Street, ends at North Marietta Parkway
Crafts, food and carnival Arts and crafts show with 90 vendors: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Food concessions: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Carnival games: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; tickets for games available at booths located throughout the park
Rain date: July 5 at 9:30 p.m.
NEWNAN
Monday, July 4, 2011 6:00 PM Downtown Newnan Parade starts at 6:00pm at Temple Avenue Park, through downtown Newnan
Fireworks by the Rotary 8pm, immediately following the parade Entertainment and food at Drake Stadium with fireworks at dusk.
PANOLA MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
Starlight and Fireworks Monday, Jul 4, 2011 7:30 PM Listen to whippoorwills and owls as hundreds of fireworks shower the skyline of Atlanta. Panola Mountain is the best place for a quiet and colorful view of all of Atlanta's displays seen at once from atop the Mountain. Bring flashlights and comfortable clothing. Fireworks not allowed inside the park. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
Panola Mountain State Park 2600 Highway 155, SW Stockbridge, GA 30281
PEACHTREE CITY
4th of July Parade Date: July 4, 2011, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Address: South Peachtree Parkway Peachtree City, GA 30269
4th of July Fireworks Spectacular starts at 9:00 PM
Address: City Hall / Drake Field 151 Willowbend Road Peachtree City, GA 30269
ROSWELL
12th Annual July 4th Extravaganza
This year’s July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza will take place at Roswell High School located on King Road off of SR 92.
Entertainment begins at 6 p.m. and includes the following performances: Big Biscuit at 6 p.m. Banks & Shane at 7:30 p.m. Moby, a popular local radio personality, will emcee the event and there will be activities for the children. At dark, a beautiful 30-minute fireworks display will be the highlight of the evening.
STONE MOUNTAIN (STONE MOUNTAIN PARK)
Fantastic Fourth Celebration Stone Mountain Park's 44th Annual Fantastic Fourth Celebration. The Lasershow Spectacular in Mountainvision can be seen nightly July 2 - 4, immediately followed by a spectacular fireworks display.
Park attractions will open at 10 am on July 2nd, 3rd and 4th and the Lasershow Spectacular in Mountainvision, will start at 9:30pm.
VILLA RICA
WHO: Villa Rica Parks & Recreation Department 646 Industrial Boulevard, Villa Rica, GA 30180 WHAT: 6th Annual Fireworks Display WHEN: Saturday, July 2, 2011 WHERE: Villa Rica Civic Center & Sports Complex (V-Plex) 1605 Highway 61, Villa Rica, GA 30180 770-459-7011 TIME: 5:30pm until fireworks end COST: FREE Admission As part of the city’s Family Fun Initiative, the Villa Rica Parks & Recreation Department invites you to come be a part of this colossal fireworks display.
WOODSTOCK
July 4th FreedomFest Parade at 10am Festival in the Downtown City Park 11am - 3pm Free Concert with the Block Party Band! GUMBALL GUESS & CAKE WALKING! GREAT FOOD, ARTS & CRAFTS, MAGICIAN, JUGGLER, KIDS ACTIVITIES, MUSIC & MORE! Fireworks at Dusk Target Shopping Center (Hwy 92 near 575)
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