Don't miss one of the South's biggest fireworks shows at Lenox Square! Photo Credit: AJC

If you want to catch a little fun and fireworks this 4th of July, there are plenty of FREE events taking place across the South. Check out the list below and be sure to stop by your local Krystal before or after the fireworks show to enjoy your favorite all-American snack. Happy Independence Day!

ATLANTA, GA
Metro Atlanta has a number of spectacular fireworks shows for residents who live inside and outside the perimeter. Many of the following events feature fireworks, concerts, kid’s activities and more: Lenox Square Mall in Buckhead, Centennial Olympic Park, Stone Mountain Park, and Downtown Decatur.

BIRMINGHAM, AL

Check out the concerts and fireworks in Bartow Arena for the UAB Summer Band Annual Fourth of July Concert or Thunder on the Moutain at Vulcan Park.

JACKSON, MS

The Cedars and Traceway Park will both have their own fireworks displays. If you want to get some shopping done as well, drop in at the Fourth of July Picnic at the Mississippi Craft Center, where you can hear live music, see fireworks and shop handmade arts and crafts.

JACKSONVILLE, FL

Join in the Independence Day Celebration and Rally, including music guest speakers, kids area, historical tours, carriage rides at Confederate Park.

KNOXVILLE, TN

Join Lucas Richman and the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra under the stars for the 26th Annual Pilot FREE Independence Day Concert. The concert is part of “Festival on the Fourth”, which is held at the World’s Fair Park and will feature music, family friendly activities, food vendors and a fireworks display.

NASHVILLE, TN

Take part in an annual Nashville tradition at the 26th Annual “Let Freedom Sing!” celebration at Riverfront Park. It will feature an amazing fireworks show, family activities, and entertainment including country singer Trace Adkins.

ORLANDO, FL
Enjoy live entertainment, food, fanfare and a fantastic fireworks display this Saturday, July 4th at “Fireworks at the Fountain,” which is held at Lake Eola Park! Festivities begin at 4 p.m.

SAN ANTONIO, TX
Families are invited to the city’s free celebration with a day of fun-filled games, an Independence Day parade, and food and musical entertainment at Woodlawn Lake Park. The highlight of the festivities will be the H-E-B Fireworks Extravaganza starting at 9 p.m.

Wherever you end up, have a safe and happy holiday!

Although many people already have plans scheduled for the holiday weekend, we know some of you will just be hanging around your hometown looking for the best local fireworks show. And, of course, there are always those last minute weekend planners who can use some help. So to everyone who falls in one of those last two categories, check out the following list of FREE 4th of July events taking place across the South. And, make sure to stop by your local Krystal after the fireworks show to enjoy an all-Amercian snack. Happy Independence Day!

ATLANTA, GA

Metro Atlanta has a number of spectacular fireworks shows for residents who live inside and outside the perimeter. Many of the following events feature fireworks, concerts, kid’s activities and more: Lenox Square Mall in Buckhead, Centennial Olympic Park, Stone Mountain Park, Downtown Decatur, and the Mall of Georgia in Buford.

BIRMINGHAM, AL
Check out the concerts and fireworks in Bartow Arena for the UAB Summer Band Annual Fourth of July Concert or the Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park Parade and Independence Day Celebration.

CHATTANOOGA, TN
Downtown Coolidge Park will host “Pops on the River”, an event featuring the Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra and a fireworks show.

JACKSON, MS
The Cedars and Traceway Park will both have their own fireworks displays. If you want to get some shopping done as well, drop in at the Fourth of July Picnic at the Mississippi Craft Center, where you can hear live music, see fireworks and shop handmade arts and crafts.

JACKSONVILLE, FL
We suggest you “Go Fourth and Rock” with Pat Benatar and Richard Marx at Metropolitan Park, where you can also see a fireworks display over the river. You can also check out an oceanfront fireworks show at the SeaWalk Pavilion in Jacksonville Beach.

KNOXVILLE, TN
Join Lucas Richman and the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra under the stars for the 25th Annual Pilot FREE Independence Day Concert. The concert is part of “Festival on the Fourth”, which is held at the World’s Fair Park and will feature music, family friendly activities, food vendors and a fireworks display.

MEMPHIS, TN
Celebrate the 4th on Beale Street at the “Red, White and Blues” event and then head over to Tom Lee Park where the fireworks show will be held. Germantown residents who don’t want to drive into the city can attend the Germantown Family Fourth Celebration.

NASHVILLE, TN
Take part in an annual Nashville tradition at the 25th Annual “Let Freedom Sing!” celebration at Riverfront Park. It will feature an amazing fireworks show, family activities, and entertainment including the Nashville Symphony.

ORLANDO, FL
Enjoy live entertainment, food, fanfare and a fantastic fireworks display this Saturday, July 4th at “Fireworks at the Fountain,” which is held at Lake Eola Park! Festivities begin at 4 p.m.

SAN ANTONIO, TX
Families are invited to the city’s free celebration with a day of fun-filled games, food and musical entertainment at Woodlawn Lake Park. The highlight of the festivities will be the H-E-B Fireworks Extravaganza starting at 9 p.m.

Wherever you end up, have a safe and happy holiday!

Happy 4th of July.  Have a safe and happy holiday weekend!