Y'all ready for some fireworks, Cobb?
Whether you're in Acworth, Kennsaw or Marietta, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the Fourth of July with friends and family.
>>Up for a drive? Check out this roundup of fireworks displays around metro Atlanta
>>Celebrate the Fourth at these neighborhood parades
Acworth 4th of July Celebration. 4:00 p.m. July 4. Free. Acworth Beach. 2293 Beach Street, Acworth; 770-917-1234
Bring your kayak stand-up paddleboard or canoe! The annual celebration will feature live music and food vendors. Shuttle service is available. Fireworks start at 9:30 p.m. For parking and shuttle information, click here.
City of Kennesaw's Salute to America. 6:00 p.m. July 3. Free. Downtown Kennesaw. 770-422-9714; http://www.kennesawjuly3.com/
The pre-Independence Day celebration includes live music, family-friendly activities and food vendors. Performers will include TUSK, The 80otors and The Blast Band.
Marietta's Fourth in the Park. 9:30 p.m. July 4. Parade and festival start at 10 a.m. Fireworks start at Free. Marietta Square. 205 Lawrence Street Northeast, Marietta; 770-794-5601; http://www.marietta.com/fourth-of-july
The city of Marietta's annual Fourth in the Park celebration will include the Marietta Freedom Parade, free live concerts, carnival games and a fireworks finale. Presley Sullivan and Marietta native and 'The Voice' semifinalist Zach Seabaugh will perform. Fireworks start at 9:30 p.m. Read more here.
Michael Henderson & Atlanta Jazz Radio present Independence Concert and Celebration. 7:00 p.m. July 2. Tickets start at $40. Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre; 5239 Floyd Road, Mableton; 770-819-7765
Michael Henderson and the Atlanta Jazz Radio are bringing Valeira Simpson and Roy Ayers to the Mable House Amphitheater for a Fourth of July celebration. Tickets range from $40 to $150. Read more here.
Powder Springs Independence Day Celebration. 4:00 p.m. July 4. Free. Powder Springs Town Square. 4484 Marietta St., Powder Springs; 770-423-1330
15,000 people are expected to celebrate the Fourth of July at Powder Springs' town square on Monday. There will be kid-friendly events, including bounce houses and slides, food vendors, and performances by DJ Samuel of the Sweet Auburn Festival. Read more here.
Six Flags Over Georgia: Coca-Cola July 4th Fest. 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily. July 2 - July 4. Six Flags Over Georgia; 275 Riverside Parkway, SW, Austell; 770-739-3400; https://www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia
Six Flags Over Georgia and Coca-Cola are collaborating to bring families a memorable holiday experience. All guests that bring a can of Coca-Cola can gain admission an hour early. Fireworks start at 9:30 p.m. The park recommends sitting at the Cotton States Exposition district near the American Scream Machine and Sky Coaster for the best view. Click here to read more.
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