4th of July events in metro Atlanta & North Georgia | July 2026

There are plenty of things to do this Fourth of July. Here's a quick guide of dining specials and exciting events in metro Atlanta and North Georgia!

How much are Americans spending this Fourth of July?

As Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day, a new WalletHub report highlights the scale of the nation's Fourth of July festivities.

Planning a July 4th getaway? Here are the top-ranked cities

A new WalletHub study ranks the best U.S. cities for celebrating the Fourth of July, evaluating the 100 largest cities based on factors including affordability, entertainment, safety, accessibility and holiday weather.

The history of Juneteenth and how it became a federal holiday

Today, the nation observes Juneteenth, a day commemorating when the last enslaved people in the U.S. found out they were free. Events are planned across the country to mark the fifth year since June 19 became a federal holiday.

What's open and closed on Juneteenth 2026

Juneteenth occurs on Friday, June 19, which means some business operations will be impacted by the holiday. Here’s what to expect in your area.

Father's Day 2026 food deals and discounts

Father's Day is a special time to show appreciation and love for all the fathers in our lives. To help you celebrate, many restaurants and eateries are offering enticing free Father's Day deals and discounts.

Juneteenth events in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | 2026

Juneteenth is a time to celebrate freedom, culture and community, and metro Atlanta is marking the holiday with festivals, concerts, markets, educational events and family-friendly gatherings throughout the region.

Most patriotic states in America revealed ahead of July 4

Which state is the most patriotic in America? New rankings based on military participation, voter turnout, and volunteerism put one state at the top of the list.

Juneteenth sparks questions of financial freedom in Black community

With Juneteenth – a federal holiday recognizing Black liberation and the end of slavery in the United States two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed– coming up on Friday, the disconnect between financial equality and Black Americans is still at large.

D-Day veterans from Georgia make pilgrimage to Normandy

Atlanta travelers and strangers paused to honor 27 World War II veterans flying from the world's busiest airport.

Memorial Day storms move into metro Atlanta bringing flood risk

Metro Atlanta and North Georgia are facing an increasing flood threat Monday evening as a stronger and more organized round of heavy rain moves through the area, according to the FOX 5 Atlanta Storm Team.

Georgians honor fallen service members on Memorial Day

Memorial Day ceremonies and parades were held across metro Atlanta Monday to honor military members who died serving the country.

Watch live events from across the country on Memorial Day

Memorial Day 2026 ceremonies and parades honoring fallen U.S. service members will stream live nationwide on LiveNOW from FOX.

What’s open and closed on Memorial Day

Memorial Day is a federal holiday, which means some business operations are affected. Here's what to expect.

What is 'Murph'? Memorial Day workout honoring fallen Navy SEAL becomes national tribute

Memorial Day is observed across the United States as a time to honor fallen service members, with many Americans paying tribute by completing the challenging “Murph" workout.

Memorial Day travel brings 2.7 million passengers to Atlanta airport

Millions of holiday travelers are facing worsening Atlanta airport travel delays as a federal ground stop slows down terminal operations on Friday.

The meaning of Memorial Day - Remembering America’s fallen service members

Memorial Day is one of the most widely observed federal holidays in the United States, but its original purpose was never intended to be celebratory.