Your Guide to the 4th of July in West Central Georgia 2026
Statewide Special Events for Independence Day
Stone Mountain Park Fantastic Fourth Celebration, July 1-6: Voted the “Best Place to see Fireworks in Atlanta” by Atlanta Journal-Constitution readers, a “Must-See Fireworks Show” by USA Today and one of Reader’s Digest’s picks for “America’s Most Spectacular Fourth of July Fireworks.” More Info
Callaway Resort & Gardens Star Spangled Beach Party, July 3-5: Celebrate summer days and starry nights with our weekend-long July 4th Star Spangled Beach Party! Enjoy three days of family adventures on the sunny shores of Robin Lake Beach with beach volleyball, putt putt, and water activities like stand-up paddle boarding. Play all day on floating obstacle course Aqua Island*, where your family can race across twisting bridges, scale towering inflatable mountains, and slip down gigantic slides into the sparkling waters below. Each day ends with a bang thanks to our nightly Fireworks Extravaganza; a spectacular salute to summer. More Info
Savannah River Street Celebration, July 4: Savannah’s Waterfront is delighted to host our annual Independence Day Celebration on Saturday, July 4. The event is free and open to the public. The annual Independence Day Fireworks Show begins at 9:30pm and is expected to last about 20 minutes. Spectators on the waterfront can bring chairs and blankets; however, coolers are discouraged. The show takes place from a barge in the Savannah River in front of the Savannah Convention Center. More Info
Celebrate the 4th of July in Blue Ridge, July 4: Spend the week in Blue Ridge exploring the local treasures and celebrate Independence Day with a parade and fireworks on a train and/or the water! More Info
Golden Isles Celebrations, July 4: The Golden Isles offers tons of events for the Fourth of July and will ensure your holiday is filled with lots of family fun. Soaking in the beautiful sights and celebrating our nation’s history will make the perfect summer getaway. More Info
Local Events & Firework Displays for Independence Day
June 27: Fort Benning Freedom 250 Independence Celebration (1 Karker Street, Fort Moore)More Info
June 27: Shiloh’s Annual Fireworks Display, City Hall (1165 Main Street, Shiloh) More Info
July 3-5: Callaway Resort & Gardens Star Spangled Beach Party (17800 US Hwy 27, Pine Mountain) More Info
July 3: FIREWORKS WITH NORTH HIGHLAND (7300 Whittlesey Blvd, Columbus) More Info
July 3: Celebrate Freedom Fireworks, Callaway Baptist Church (310 John Lovelace Rd., LaGrange) More Info
July 3: Opelika Freedom Celebration (1700 LaFayette Pkwy, Opelika, AL) More Info
July 3: PINE MOUNTAIN CELEBRATES AMERICA 250 WITH A PARTY!(Broad St, Downtown Pine Mountain) More Info
July 3: 4th of July Parade(1st Ave, Columbus) More Info
July 3: FREE Independence Day Celebration (100 4th St, Columbus) More Info
July 4: July 4th Fireworks @ Lake Meriwether (728 Lake Meriwether Rd, Woodbury) More Info
July 4: 4th of July Celebration (4481 Roanoke Rd. Lagrange) More Info
July 4: Independence Day Celebration (1840 East Glenn Avenue/ 333 Airport Rd) More Info
July 4: Fourth of July Party (8930 Canyon Rd, Lumpkin) More Info
July 4: Griffin - Spalding 4th of July Celebration (Downtown Griffin) More Info
July 4: FreedomFest 1776-2026 (1775 Legacy Way, Columbus) More Info
July 4: 4th of July BBQ & Games at Wild Animal Safari (1300 Oak Grove Rd, Pine Mountain) More Info
July 4: Fourth of July Fireworks Upton’s Lake (HWY 315 in Talbot County) More Info
July 4: 40th Annual Independence Day Fireworks (190 Lagrange St, Newnan) More Info
July 4: 4th of July Parade(1 E Court Sq, Newnan) More Info
July 4: 4th of July Watch Party (1000 Bay Ave, Columbus) More Info
July 4: Independence Day Pool Splash (2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain) More Info
July 5: City of Hogansville 5th of July Independence Celebration Fireworks More Info
Make sure to mark your calendars so you don’t miss any of these events, and check the community calendar for a full list of events!
