4th of July Celebrations in Middle Georgia (2018)

There are few things more American than 4th of July celebrations! With cookouts, boating, beach fun, live music, plenty of time with friends and family, and of course fireworks, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the 4th of July Celebrations in Middle Georgia. Pick one, some or all of the events this year as they all fall on different days. Fortunately, there are several locales in our area that will be having 4th of July celebrations this year.

Perry Chamber of Commerce Independence Parade & Freedom Fireworks

The Perry Chamber of Commerce will be kicking-off the Independence Day celebrations in Houston County with their free Independence Parade & Freedom Fireworks with picnic style celebration to follow on Sunday, June 24th. The parade featuring our Hometown Heroes, local military units, festive floats, and Uncle Sam will begin on Washington Street at 6pm. Follow the parade to Main Street and then General Courtney Hodges Boulevard ending in a family-friendly celebration at the Georgia National Fairgrounds . Afterwards enjoy a relaxed, picnic style celebration complete with fireworks at the Georgia National Fairgrounds (West Gate) at 7pm.

When: Sunday, June 24th

Time: 6pm

Parade Route: Parade begins on Washington Street, celebration/fireworks at the Georgia National Fairgrounds (West Gate), Perry GA

Admission: Free

Featured Highlights:

Hometown Heroes
Military Units
Uncle Sam
Parade
Floats

Contact: Perry Chamber of Commerce, (478) 987-1234, bonnie@perrygachamber.com

Georgia National Fairground’s Picnic Style Celebration

The Perry Chamber of Commerce will present the Independence Parade & Freedom Fireworks on Sunday, June 24th with a picnic-style celebration to follow at the Georgia National Fairgrounds (West Gate) at 7pm. There will be food vendors on site, but you are welcome to bring your own coolers, lawn chairs, and blankets to enjoy the live music and fireworks show. It is prohibited to bring alcohol, pets, or personal fireworks to this event.

When: Sunday, June 24th

Time: 7pm

Location: Georgia National Fairgrounds (West Gate), Perry GA

Admission: Free

Featured Highlights:

Picnic Style Celebration
Food Vendors
Live Music
Kid’s Zone ($10 for an armband)
Fireworks at Dusk

Prohibited Items:

Alcohol
Pets
Personal Fireworks

Contact: Perry Chamber of Commerce, (478) 987-1234, bonnie@perrygachamber.com

Centerville Independence Day Celebration

The City of Centerville will be hosting their 5th annual Independence Day Celebration on Friday, June 29th from 6pm – 9:30pm. The event held at Centerville City Hall will include entertainment, live music, kid-friendly activities, and a grand finale fireworks show at 9:30pm. The fireworks display will be viewable from the Centerville City Hall and the Galleria Mall.

When: Friday, June 29th

Time: 6pm – 9:30pm

Location: Centerville Municipal Complex, 300 E. Church Street, Centerville GA

Admission: Free

Featured Highlights:

Food Vendors
Live Music
Kid’s Zone with Bouncy House and Water Slide
Fireworks Show

Contact: Centerville City Hall, Krista Bedingfield, (478) 953-4734, cityclerk@centerville.mgacoxmail.com

Jeff Smith Automotive Independence Day Celebration

The 36th annual Jeff Smith Automotive Independence Day Celebration presented by the Air Force Reserve will be held this year on Tuesday, July 3rd. This year, former Miss America, Betty Cantrell, will be opening for country singer, Hunter Hayes. The gates will open at 6pm, the opening acts begin at 7:20pm, and the live concert by Hunter Hayes will be at 8:30pm. The much anticipated Robins Financial Credit Union Fireworks Extravaganza plans to be just as big as last year’s. Plan to be amazed with the pyro-musical fireworks show synchronized to music with over 3,000 shots planned and diligently choreographed.

When: Tuesday, July 3rd

Times:

Gates Open – 6pm
Opening Acts Featuring Betty Cantrell Start – 7:20pm
Hunter Hayes Live Concert – 8:30pm

Location: McConnell-Talbert Stadium (The MAC), 401 S Davis Drive, Warner Robins GA (Parking Lot Across from Warner Robins High School, Warner Robins GA)

Admission: Free

Kid’s Zone Tickets
- $2 Each
- 3 for $5
- 10 for $7

Parking: Check The Telegraph the week of the event for a published parking map

Limited Handicapped Parking with Valid State-Issued Parking Pass
Maps and Parking Guide

Designated General Parking:

Union Grove Baptist Church Field
C.B. Watson School – Handicap/VIP ONLY
Warner Robins High School – Pickup/Drop Off
Pearl Stephens School Area
Rumble Academy
Sacred Heart Catholic Church Complex
Robins Federal Credit Union
Middle Georgia State University
Commercial Circle Area
City of Warner Robins Municipal Complex

Road Closures:

Beginning at 3pm – Demon Valley Drive closed to all vehicular traffic including parking
10pm – South Davis Drive closed during fireworks show

Featured Highlights:

Food & Beverage Concessions
Kids Zone
Open Act – Former Miss America, Betty Cantrell
Live Concert – Country Singer, Hunter Hayes
Pyro-Musical Fireworks Show

Prohibited Items:

No Outside Food or Beverages
Firearms
Alcohol
Large Umbrellas
Tents
Rolling Coolers
Hard-Sided Coolers
Pets

Allowed Items:

Small Soft-Sided Coolers with Sealed Water Inside
Small Coolers for Medical Purposes (Baby Formula, Insulin, etc.)
Lawn Chairs
Diaper Bags

Please note that all items and persons are subject to search at this event.

Contact: Warner Robins Independence Day Concert, (478) 302-5360