The Best Fourth of July Events in Metro Atlanta: Music, Food and More

Whether you want a laid-back music and dining experience or want to party the night away, Atlanta has what you’re looking for as Independence Day approaches! Wait in line to watch runners compete in the world’s largest 10K, enjoy delicious food truck fare, or catch a major league baseball game without leaving the area. And don’t forget to top off your celebrations with fabulous fireworks displays throughout the metro. Here are our recommendations for celebrating this 4th of July!

Southern Spirits

The Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History and the Kennesaw Museum Foundation will host an evening of food and drinks in the museum. Tickets include two drinks (wine or beer), a tasting plate and a featured spirit. Lawn seating for the City of Kennesaw Fireworks Spectacular will follow.

Location: Southern Museum; Website: eventbrite.com ; Date: July 3; Time: 7 p.m.-10 p.m.; Admission: $30 to $40

Braves versus giants

What better way to observe America’s independence than to celebrate our favorite pastime? See the Braves at their best at Truist Park the day before the Fourth! The home team from Atlanta will face the San Francisco Giants.

Location: Truist Park; Website: ticketmaster.com/event; Date: July 3; Time: 7:20 p.m.; Admission: $23 to $160

Eat and Beat at the East Point Farmers Market

While this is not specifically an Independence Day event, it is an opportunity to get out inside the perimeter and celebrate in your own way with good food and good music. This long-running outdoor farmers market offers a fun afternoon of walking and shopping!

Location: Downtown Commons – East Point; Website: eastpointcity.org; Date: July 3; Time: 4 p.m.-7 p.m.; Admission: Free

AJC Peachtree Road Race

The 10K race that the Atlanta Journal-Constitution calls the greatest in the world will begin for the 55th time this July 4. The race attracts elite runners from around the world and this is your chance to find a spot along the 6.2-mile course to watch the participants. compete for the top spots in their divisions.

Location: Lenox Square Shopping Center; Website: atlantatrackclub.org/peachtree; Date: 4th July; Time: wheelers – 6:25, elite women – 6:50, first wave – 7:00, waves to follow every five minutes; Admission: Free for spectators

Run, White and Blue 4th of July Race

If you’re not content to be on the sidelines, get in on the action with this fun 1K, 5K, and 10K run at Halcyon in Alpharetta. This race is family friendly and also open to walkers!

Location: Halcyon; Website: bigpeachrunningco.com; Date: 4th July; Time: 7:45 a.m.; Admission: $25-$45 (some prices will increase after June 20)

Atlanta’s Underground Fourth of July Block Party

Games, food trucks and dancing will fill the night at one of the city’s biggest block parties of the summer. The DJs will take the stage one after the other to bring the sounds of the 90s, 2000s and today’s hottest hits. This 21+ event will offer free barbecue for the first two hours, free admission until 4 p.m., and fireworks at dusk!

Location: Underground Atlanta; Website: eventbrite.com ; Date: 4th July; Time: 3 p.m.-10 p.m.; Admission: $0 to $300

Cartersville 4th of July Celebration

Shop, eat and relax at Dellinger Park in Cartersville this 4th of July! The football field will fill with celebratory activities – children’s games, live music and more – during the afternoon, and Scott Thompson will take the stage at 8 p.m. The fireworks will start at nightfall!

Location: Dellinger Park; Website: etowahrotary.com ; Date: 4th July; Times: 4 p.m.-10 p.m.; Admission: Free

Taste of Food Trucks – the celebration of the Big Bang

An array of delicious, shoppable food, great music, entertainment and games for the kids: it’s a 4th of July celebration for the whole family at Arbor Place Mall in Douglasville.

Location: Arbor Place Shopping Center; Website: arborplace.com; Date: 4th July; Time: 5 p.m.-10:30 p.m.; Admission: Free

Fleetwood Mac: the ultimate tribute to Fleetwood Mac

Fill your 4th of July with the sounds of the 70s. Enjoy the food and drinks as this fabulous Fleetwood Mac tribute band takes the stage and transports you for the evening!

Location: MadLife Stage and Studios; Website: eventbrite.com ; Date: 4th July; Time: 19 hours ; Admission: $34.50 to $49.50

Backyard BBQ Party

Enjoy free food from the grill until 4 p.m. and purchase some from the on-site food trucks while listening to live DJs and performers. Fireworks will close the event at nightfall. Lounge chairs are welcome and you can bring your own food and drinks with a purchased cooler pass.

Location: ATL Bonfire; Website: eventbrite.com ; Date: 4th July; Time: 3 p.m.-9:30 p.m.; Admission: $10

Dunwoody Homeowners Association Farmers Market, 4th of July BBQ

Head to Brook Run Park to get free food from DHA vendors and collect great giveaways! There will also be yard games during this second annual event.

Location: Brook Run Park; Website: facebook.com/events; Date: July 6; Time: 9 a.m.; Admission: Free