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July 4th in Atlanta: Where to see parades, fireworks, live music

By AccessAtlanta.com
July 4, 2016

Celebrate America's independence today at one of the many parades, festivals and fireworks displays in and around the metro area.

REMINDER: Roads are closed around the AJC Peachtree Road Race. And other big events may require a detour. Check for road updates on 95.5 FM and AM 750 WSB. On Twitter, follow @ajcwsbtraffic

Cumming Steam Engine Parade. 10 a.m. July 4 at Tribble Gap and Woodland Drive. Cumming Fairgrounds.

Concerts: The String Cheese Incident. 7 p.m. July 4. Chastain Park. $35-$49.95. LiveNation.

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