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) D etails: 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. Where: Stone Mountain Park Memorial Lawn Cost: $20 parking pass, $10 to $15 light show only ticket Details: A one-of-a-kind drone and fireworks show lights up Stone Mountain for the first six nights of July. Shows begin at 9:30 p.m., but early attendance is encouraged as park gates will close once parking lot capacity is reached. Early picnicking is allowed, so bring a blanket, some food, and a frisbee to pass the time before the big show. Lil Liberties and Sparkle in the Park When: July 1 to 3 and July 4 Where: Lilburn City Park Cost: Free Details: Lil Liberties brings free popsicles, ragtime music, and community chalk art to Lilburn City Park in the days leading up to the Fourth of July. On Independence Day, pop a lawn chair on the green and enjoy live music, food, and a kids’ zone before the sparkling fireworks show at sundown. The post 10 fun things to do for Fourth of July 2026 in metro Atlanta appeared first on Atlanta Magazine. ...read more read less