July 4th, 2010 Fireworks, Festivities, and Events in Atlanta

Atlantans looking for fun, family oriented July 4^th celebrations have a number of options from which to choose, whether you want to go into the city or enjoy fireworks celebrations in your neighborhood suburbs.

Many 4^th of July celebrations are taking place in the days before the 4^th, since July 4 falls on a Sunday, so take advantage of all the fun and create a special family weekend making the rounds to Atlanta's best fireworks displays.

Fireworks Celebrations in Atlanta - 4^th of July 2010

Stone Mountain Park Fantastic Fourth Celebration
The laser and firework show at Georgia's Stone Mountain Park is one of the most anticipated July 4 celebrations of the holidays.

The Fantastic Fourth Celebration 2010 will be the capstone of a fun-filled family day at Stone Mountain Park's fourth of July festivities. During the 4^th of July weekend the family can enjoy the sky ride, train ride, 4-D movie adventure, and take a Sky Hike. Then spread out a blanket on the lawn and enjoy a patriotic laser show and fireworks spectacular.

The special July 4^th, 2010 activities and fireworks display will be held July 3, 4, and 5^th. Park entry is $10 per car. The laser show and fireworks display are free.

Stone Mountain Park Fantastic Fourth Celebration
July 3, 4, 5, 2010
Stone Mountain, Ga
Park entry - $10
Laser show and fireworks - FREE
Additional activities - 10am until dark; prices vary.
770-498-5690
www.stonemountainpark.com

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Centennial Olympic Park Fourth of July Celebration
Centennial Olympic Park is one of Atlanta's most amazing public parks and facilities. Head downtown July 4, 2010 to experience the Airtran Airways Fireworks Spectacular at the park.

The Centennial Olympic Park Fourth of July Celebration features children's activities from noon to 4pm. Kids can enjoy arts and crafts, face painting, inflatables and so much more. Of course, Atlanta's notable Fountain of Rings offer a place for kids of all ages to cool off from the summer heat.

The entire family will have a chance to meet the local Atlanta Q100 radio personalities throughout the day.

At 5pm relax and enjoy the smooth rhythms of the 911 band. 911 is a young R & B cover band full of energy and contagious enthusiasm. At 6:30 the music turns country and pop with Eden's Edge. 8pm brings 80s hits with the Smithereens.

After dark, enjoy the Airtran Airways Fireworks Spectacular. The fireworks show will be broadcast on 11 Alive - WXIA TV. Q100 will be broadcasting live via radio from Centennial Olympic Park all day.

Thousands of Atlantans will converge on the city for this event. Come join the fun, and for your convenience take MARTA.

This event is free, and there is something for everyone in the family.

Centennial Olympic Park Fourth of July Celebration
July 4, 2010
Noon - 10pm
Olympic Park Celebration - FREE; vendor and activity costs vary
Centennial Olympic Park, Atlanta, Georgia
www.cenntenialpark.com

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Georgia Independence Day Festival and Fireworks, July 3-4, 2010
Experience an Independence Day reminiscent of the festivities following the victory for independence enjoyed by our Founding Fathers at Nash Farm Park in Henry County, Georgia.

It is a short trip from Atlanta to Hampton, Georgia for this fantastic July 4 celebration. Enjoy early American re-enactments, music, and dancing. There will also be plenty of food and carnival activities for the kids.

An Independence Day Wagon Parade will be followed by a military parade honoring the men and women who have served and those who continue to serve our country, defending our freedom.

Just before dark enjoy more music, and at dark the fireworks extravaganza will begin. The fireworks display will be followed by a concert on both nights of the festival.

Georgia Independence Day Festival and Fireworks
July 3-4, 2010
3pm - 10pm
Nash Farm Park
Hampton, Georgia - Henry County
Festival Entry - $5 includes fireworks display; vendors price food, drinks, and activities
770-288-7300
www.gidfestival.com

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Salute 2 America Celebration and Fireworks Display at Lenox Square
WSB-TV, Channel 2 and The Georgia Lottery team up to bring one of Atlanta's favorite and dynamic fourth of July celebrations at Atlanta's Lenox Square. Join one of Atlanta's favorite anchors, Monica Pearson, and sports Anchor Zach Klein. They will be joined by KICKS 101.5 and their radio personalities broadcasting live from the spectacular event.

Events include Atlanta and the southeast's largest fireworks display, preceded by a concert by Martha Reeves. There will also be a concert by Craig Morgan in honor of Georgia's military families.

Attend the event with your family. Parking for fireworks is available in a variety of locations. Arrive early and enjoy tailgating until the main events, including the fireworks display which will be visible for miles around.

If you prefer to watch the July 4, 2010 activities tune in to WSB-TV, Channel 2.

Salute 2 America Celebration and Fireworks Display
July 4, 2010
9pm - live event and broadcast on Atlanta's Channel 2
Event cost - FREE
Lenox Square Mall, Peachtree Street
Atlanta, Georgia
www.wsbtv.com
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Sources:
Centennial Olympic Park Fourth of July Celebration, Atlanta, July 4, 2010
Hampton, Henry County, GA Independence Day Festival, July 3-4, 2010
Salute 2 America Celebration at Lenox Square
Stone Mountain Park Fantastic Fourth Celebration