July 4 – Celebrate the 4th, Braselton – Food, music, parade, fireworks; parade on Ga. 53 begins at 6 p.m., live music and food trucks on the Town Green, 5-10 pm, 9924 Davis St. www.explorebraselton.com. The fireworks display will be part of the city's Bicentennial Signature Celebration, coinciding with the Fourth of July. On July 5, the Goodyear Bicentennial Downtown Parade will begin at 10 a.m. Following live music at The Osthoff Lake Deck and Tiki Bar at Shore Club July 4, the sixth annual Fourth of July boat parade will be hosted along the lakefront at 11 a.m. July 5. The annual Fourth of July Parade in Kalispell is a favorite for the holiday. The Flathead Marines host the parade through downtown beginning at 10 a.m. The parade travels from Center Street down # **ANNUAL BOAT PARADE!** ## ***July 4, 2:00 p.m.*** Check in at the Joyce's Teahouse Dock and line up for a patriotic lap around the lake! Fun prizes! This 4th of July, find out about community events from parades to fireworks, along with celebrations in nearby towns. The Fourth of July at Lake Lanier is synonymous with dazzling fireworks that illuminate the sky with brilliant colors and intricate patterns. The celebrations kick off on the idyllic shores, where families and friends gather for picnics, games, and live entertainment. Two Nights of Fireworks over Margaritaville at Lanier Islands – Friday, July 4 and Saturday, July 5 from 7-10 p.m. – LandShark Beach offers the perfect spot for viewing. Live Music by the Lake – On Friday, July 4 – Sunday, July 6, Margaritaville at Lanier Islands guests can enjoy live music at LandShark Landing between 7-10 p.m., and on Saturday, July 5, overnight guests of Legacy Eighteen boats decorated in red, white, and blue took part in the annual boat parade held on Lake Lanier this Independence Day. The entries delighted onlookers and were judged by members of the Grant family at this festive event. Article and photos submitted by Carol Foreman Whaley, Lake Lanier Civic Association. The special 10th annual Fourth of July Parade will be held earlier that day, hosted by the City of South Lake Tahoe. It will feature festive floats commemorating 10 Years of Tahoe Spirit. Looking for the best place to celebrate the 4th of July? Lake Lanier offers a range of activities like bike parades, pedal boat races, and flag raising ceremonies. Lanier Islands is supercharging its Fourth of July celebration to extend beyond Independence Day throughout the entire weekend - including three nights of fireworks over the lake! Celebrate the Fourth of July at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands. We have fireworks and a live music lineup for two consecutive nights: July 4th, and 5th. Don't miss the party! If you are just coming for the live music and fireworks, there is no fee to access to LandShark Landing. This event is also included with your Water Park Ticket or Season Pass. Enjoy July 4th amid fireworks and fun at Lake Lanier's newly reopened parks. Arrive early to secure your spot and experience a festive weekend with family and friends. Held annually at Laurel Park on the shores of Lake Lanier, this family-friendly celebration combines patriotism, community, and fireworks in one unforgettable day. Whether you’re coming for the food, the music, or the spectacular fireworks display by Pyrotechnico, this is the place to be on the Fourth of July. 4th of July Weekend Activities 2025 Celebrate 4th of July Weekend at Lanier Islands RESORT - Your Ultimate Summer Getaway! Looking for the perfect 4th of July escape? Look no further than Lanier Islands Resort, where sun-soaked days and thrilling adventures await! Make a splash on the newest water coaster at Fins Up Water Park, relax poolside at Legacy Lodge, or tee off on Legacy Golf Course Join us for the most patriotic American parade on water. Show your support for our heroes at the annual boat parade! FIREWORKS, FREEDOM AND FAMILY FUN AT GRAPEVINE'S 43RD ANNUAL JULY 4TH FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA GRAPEVINE, Texas (June 25, 2025) – On July 4th, Grapevine will light up the night with an unforgettable 18-minute fireworks spectacular over Lake Grapevine. Fireworks over Lake Lanier – Thursday, July 4; Friday, July 5; and Saturday, July 6 – shows start at 10 pm Fins Up Water Park Open Daily – with the white sands of LandShark Beach, four exhilarating water attractions, and 14 waterslides, including the ALL NEW Apocalypso, Serpentine Storm, Dreamsicle Dive, and Mango Mania Below is a list of the Fourth of July weekend activities at Lanier Islands: Fireworks over Lake Lanier – July 4, 5 and 6 – shows start at 10 p.m. Fins Up Water Park open daily – LandShark Beach, four water attractions and 14 waterslides Live Music at Margaritaville – July 4, 5 and 6 - Rick Stone Band on the LandShark stage from 7-10 p.m.
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