Buckhead, Midtown, Atlanta 4th Of July Fireworks 2020 Canceled

BUCKHEAD, GA — July 4 events across the country will not look the same this year thanks to the coronavirus. Many cities and towns have been forced to cancel the annual Fourth of July events, including in Buckhead, Midtown and the metro Atlanta area. The fireworks, parade and 5K event have been replaced with virtual events or postponed.

July 4th will be different this year in Atlanta. For the first time in history, the AJC Peachtree Road Race won't be held. Organizers have moved the annual event to Thanksgiving Day.

Centennial Olympic Park July 4 fireworks have been cancelled.

Join the National Archives for its first-ever virtual July 4th celebration. For 50 years, the Archives has celebrated the founding of the United States that includes a traditional reading ceremony of the Declaration of Independence on the Museum steps. This year, the National Archives will lift the words of the Declaration of Independence off of its well-worn parchment and bring them to homes across the country online, while providing a host of educational activities for the whole family.

Due to the pandemic, counties or cities may adjust or cancel events at the last minute. Check your event before you go. Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Patch calendar or share details on our free Neighbor Post feature.

Check out this roundup of everything from barbecue essentials to patriotic table decor to be sure your July 4 is the best in the USA.