Food, Fun and Fireworks: Celebrating a Socially Distanced July 4th in Atlanta
With COVID-19 restrictions in place, a healthy and safe Fourth of July in Atlanta looks a little different this year. Check out these ideas for drive-in movies, ready-made backyard barbecues, fireworks and more.
Food
Picnic on The Yard: Grab a bite to-go from one of the restaurants in PCM’s Central Food Hall and enjoy a picnic on The Yard, which features hangout diamonds for guests to easily keep a safe distance from others in the outdoor space. Peruse different food options at: PonceCityMarket.com
Have a Rare Fourth of July at Dantanna’s: Add some to heat to your Fourth of July and fire up the grill with your choice of the Lean and Mean Basket, the “Man I Love Meat” Basket, the New Yorker Basket or the “Hungry Heffer” Basket, including refreshing Spinach or Classic Caesar Salads, juicy steaks and skewers, delicious Loaded Jumbo Baker Potato, asparagus and rich Chocolate Bourbon Pie, starting at $49 per person. Dantannas.com
Backyard Barbecue Ready To Go from Cooks & Soldiers: July 4th specials now available for preorder for Fri 7/3 & Sat 7/4. Click here to order.
- Package #1: 1 meat & 3 sides – $40
- Package #2: 2 meats & 5 sides – $70
- Meat choices: Smoked Brisket, St. Louis Style Ribs, Half chicken
- Side options: Ensalada Verde, Mac & Cheese, Coleslaw, Potato Salad, Braised Collard Greens, French Fries
Fun
Add Some Sparkle to Independence Day Weekend at Wild Heaven: Wild Heaven Brewery + Cantina FINA is igniting the sparklers and the fun this Fourth of July Weekend. Partygoers are invited to enjoy free sparklers, fresh watermelon slices with Watermelon EDB pours and the new Fauci Summer on draft and tap at both locations. WildHeavenBeer.com
Live Music in the Alley: Throughout the summer, South Main Kitchen is hosting weekly music on the patio located in the alley adjacent to the restaurant’s dining room. The lineup features a rotating list of local bands, including Fire and the Knife. Plus, join in on the Rooftop Party July 4th for cocktails, barbecue and more. For updates visit: Facebook.com/SouthMainKitchen
Your Fourth of July Fitness Fix: Missing your favorite Fourth of July race? Bert’s Big Adventure is hosting the Your Space Virtual Race. Race sign-up is as simple as choosing your distance and making a donation. All proceeds from the event will help power Bert’s Big Adventure’s mission to send children with terminal illnesses on all-expenses-paid trips to Disney World. Plus, all race participants will be entered to win a $500 Visa gift card courtesy of Häagen Dazs. BertsBigAdventure.org
Fireworks
Drive-In Fun and Fireworks: Grab family and friends for drive-in movies at the Plaza Theatre and The Gallery at the South DeKalb Mall. Check out PlazaAtlanta.com for times and movie showings for the weekend. The DeKalb County Census will be hosting a special showing on July 3 with a fireworks display following. Only the first 200 cars and 50 walk-ups can be accommodated.
Woodstock Wonder: Although Woodstock’s Freedom Run, parade and festival have all been canceled, city officials still plan to host a fireworks display on the city square. With ample space for social distancing, grab a blanket and find your perfect spot six-feet from your neighbor! The show begins at dusk. VisitWoodStockGa.com