Celebrating Independence: A Full Schedule of 4th of July Festivities Across the Area

As Independence Day approaches, communities across the local area are gearing up for a weekend full of patriotic celebrations, fireworks, live music, and family-friendly activities. From Thursday night through Saturday, residents and visitors can enjoy a variety of events that honor the nation’s independence while providing entertainment for all ages.

Kickoff with a Bang: Thursday, July 3rd

Freedom Festival & Fireworks — Collegedale Commons
4 p.m. – 10 p.m. | Free
Join the festivities at Collegedale Commons for live music, food vendors, a pie-tasting contest, and the Quilts of Valor presentation. The evening culminates with a spectacular fireworks display beginning at 9:30 p.m..

Fort Payne Celebration — Fort Payne Sports Complex
Gates open at 5 p.m. | Free
Enjoy live music and community fun Thursday night. Fireworks light up the sky at 8:45 p.m..

Pops on the River — Coolidge Park
6 p.m. – 11 p.m. | Free
Celebrate with family-friendly activities, food trucks, live music from Chattanooga Soul at 6 p.m. and the Chattanooga Symphony and Opera at 7:20 p.m. A dazzling fireworks display starts at 9:45 p.m..

Festivities Continue on Independence Day — Friday, July 4th

Henagar Potato Festival & Antique Tractor Show — Henagar City Park
All day — crafts, pony rides, vendors, and more.

Etowah, Tennessee
Downtown Etowah hosts a pancake breakfast, 5K run, kid zone, watermelon eating contest, and live music.

Dalton, Georgia — Heritage Point Park
All day — features “Little Miss” and “Junior Miss” pageants at 3 p.m., a cornhole tournament, live music, and fireworks at dusk.

Dunlap Celebration — Harris Park
Starting at 10:30 a.m., with music all day, and special guest actor John Schneider performing at 7 p.m..

Athens, Tennessee — Athens Regional Park
Festivities kick off at 6 p.m., with live music and fireworks at 9:30 p.m.

Decatur, Tennessee
Downtown Decatur hosts a celebration with music beginning at 6 p.m., fireworks at dusk, and a special display at Island Cove Marina starting at 9 p.m.

Lakesite Freedom Celebration — Dallas Bay Church
6 p.m. | Free, with fireworks at dark.

Chattanooga Lookouts Fireworks Show
After the baseball game at AT&T Field, enjoy the fireworks display.

Lake Winnie Fireworks
The theme park hosts its annual fireworks display at 10 p.m..

Wrapping Up the Weekend — Saturday, July 5th

Soddy-Daisy Celebration
10 a.m. – 11 p.m. | Free
Features games, arts and crafts, a classic Car Show, Kid Zone, Dunk Tank, food trucks, and fireworks at dusk.

Catoosa County Fireworks Fest — Northwest Georgia Amphitheater
Starts at 3 p.m. | Free
Enjoy live music, kids’ activities, food vendors, and a fireworks display beginning at dusk.

Jasper’s Big Boom Celebration
4 p.m. – 9 p.m. (Central Time) | Free
Includes face painting, inflatables, live music, and a fireworks show at 9 p.m..

Chattanooga Lookouts Fireworks
Post-game fireworks at AT&T Field, starting as soon as the game ends.

Whether you’re looking for an evening under the stars with fireworks or a full-day festival with family activities, the Independence Day celebrations offer something for everyone! If you would like to add your Independence Day Celebration to our list email the details to gino@wdodradio.com and will be sure to get them posted!

Get Ready for a Weekend of Patriotism and Fun!