Atlanta sizzles with family fun this month, starting with 4th of July fireworks and continuing with shows, events, and summer festivals!
Kick off July in Atlanta with a bang at popular attractions like Stone Mountain Park and Margaritaville at Lanier Islands. Want more July 4th fireworks and patriotic events? Check out our guide to 4th of July Fireworks and Parades in Atlanta. When your kids need air-conditioned fun, head to Atlanta's theaters and museums this month. The guys from Dude Perfect bring trick shots into Gas South Arena; Roswell Summer Puppets and More launches a new show each week; and Aurora Theatre in Lawrencville hosts a Summer Break Magic Show. At the end of July, we'll all be screaming for ice cream at the annual Atlanta Ice Cream Festival in Piedmont Park!
Since there's more summer fun to be had, we've got ideas for the whole season! Check out our Ultimate Atlanta Kids Summer Vacation Guide for all the hottest ideas to stay cool this summer.
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Top Things to Do in Atlanta with Kids July 2025
Select days through July 19, 2025
Kids laugh and are amazed at Roswell's Summer Puppets and More series, featuring a different show each week for five weeks. Buy a Puppet Pass and see all five shows in the series for the price of four. Read More
July 1-7, 2025
Visitors to Stone Mountain have seven nights to choose from to see this popular fireworks display. Read More
Friday, July 4, 2025
On the night before the largest 10K in the country, fireworks will illuminate the Buckhead skyline. On July 4th, spectators line up from Lenox Mall to Piedmont Park to watch this historic 10K tradition. Read More
Friday, July 4, 2025
Starting with a parade at 10am on the 4th of July and continuing with a festival and a fireworks finale, Marietta residents and friends can celebrate all day. Read More
Friday, July 4, 2025
Decatur starts its 4th of July festivities with the Pied Piper Parade at 6pm, in which everyone is invited to join. Following the parade, there will be concert on the square and fireworks at approximately 9pm. Read More
July 4 & 5, 2025
If you like to see fireworks over the lake, head to LandShark Landing at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands July 4 & 5, for a nightly show at 10pm. Read More
July 4 & 5, 2025
Guests at Six Flags Over Georgia enjoy fireworks for two nights in a row. The best view is near the Superman and Justice League rides. Read More
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Kidz Dayz features bounce houses, outdoor games, vendors, cotton candy, face painting and more. Parents can kick back, relax, and mingle with one another while watching their little ones play. Read More
Friday, July 11, 2025
Halcyon is throwing a special Family Dance Party featuring all of your favorite Disney songs! Move and groove in the Village Green along with some fan favorite characters from Look-Alikes and Character Entertainment. Enjoy special themed games, giveaways, pop-ups, and more! Read More
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Kids jump into all things weather during this family fun day at Tellus. The event includes special hands-on activities, cool planetarium shows and visits with celebrity meteorologists. Read More
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Teens can have fun with their friends while exploring three floors of exhibits, seeing a film in the Giant Screen Theater and enjoying activities led by Fernbank educators. Read More
July 12 & 13, 2025
Reptile enthusiasts gather at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds for all-things reptile. Visitors come to buy, sell and see reptiles. Tickets must be purchased online in advance. Read More
Sunday, July 13, 2025
For kids that like things like animal poop, gross diets, and disgusting behaviors, Grossology Day at Zoo Atlanta is just for them. Zoo educators lead guests in activity stations, a scavenger hunt, a themed storybook reading, and more, all in celebration of the yucky yet necessary aspects of animal life. Read More
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Audiences at Aurora Theatre get to experience magician Arthur Atsma for a special Summer Break Performance. Arthur's magic show is filled with audience interaction and comedy. Read More
Thursday, July 17, 2025
Rise and shine with CNC and one of its most popular resident animals, the box turtle. Bring your teddy bear along with you and enjoy a light breakfast that both your teddy bear and their turtle would enjoy. But guess what, only the humans get to eat it! Read More
Friday, July 18, 2025
Kids go crazy for the YouTube sensation, Dude Perfect, who do trick shots, silly battles and fun games. They're heading to Atlanta July 18, 2025 to perform their antics live at Gas South Arena. Read More
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Kids get to just be kids at this free event at Peachtree Corners Town Center. Head to the Town Green for interactive inflatables, rock climbing, face painting and more. Read More
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Enjoy all of the sleepover fun and none of the sleep loss at Pajama Jam. Party in your jammies at CMA. They'll have snacks, sing-a-longs, dancing, and more. Read More
Friday, July 25, 2025
Fans can see a special screening of the iconic sci-fi adventure that started it all. Star Wars: A New Hope introduces audiences to a galaxy far, far away, where young Luke Skywalker embarks on a heroic journey to rescue Princess Leia, battle the evil Empire, and discover the power of the Force. Read More
Saturday, July 26, 2025
Kids and parents all scream for the Atlanta Ice Cream Festival! Head to Piedmont Park to taste LOTS of different flavors of ice cream in different forms (cones, cups, on a stick) and enjoy music and kids' activities like bounce houses. Read More
Saturday, July 26, 2025
The City of Acworth hosts a new touch-a-truck style event that will combine local businesses and the “Big Rigs” you see on the roads every day. This back-to-school bash will take place at Logan Farm Park. Food trucks will be present. Read More
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Celebrate the last moments of summer break with a free School Break Fun Day at the Northside Hospital-Cherokee Amphitheater. There will be games: spikeball, cornhole, disc golf, trick shots, hula hoops...you name it. There will be crafts on the Big Stage. Read More
Through August 3, 2025
Embark on an exciting and imaginative journey with Harold, where creativity knows no bounds! With his trusty crayon in hand, Harold brings to life a world limited only by his imagination. Watch as he draws his way through incredible adventures, soaring through the skies on the wings of majestic birds and blasting off into the vastness of outer space on a thrilling rocket ride. Read More
Through November, 2025
SK8 the Roof is Atlanta’s freshest rooftop skating experience—where music meets motion and the skyline becomes your backdrop. Whether you’re reliving your roller rink glory days or strapping on skates for the first time, this rooftop rink promises good times, chill beats, and epic views. Read More