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Barnsley Resort in Adairsville. Plan to spend a day or an adventure-filled long holiday weekend at this attractive resort, located 70 miles northwest of downtown Atlanta. On July 4th, guests can partake in the All-American cookout, live music, games and fireworks show. Guests can extend the holiday with overnight accommodations, receiving 20% off their reservation, then indulge in horseback riding, archery, kayaking, fishing, golf, swimming and refreshing services at the spa (a daily resort fee applies and some amenities come with individual fees). The cookout is $75 per adult, $35 for ages 6-12, complimentary for ages 5 and younger. 6:30-9 p.m. July 4. Accommodation costs vary. 597 Barnsley Gardens Road, Adairsville. 770-773-7480, barnsleyresort.com.

City of Alpharetta. Celebrate the nation, spend time with family and friends and watch a vibrant fireworks display at Wills Park. Guests are encouraged to bring their own blankets, have a picnic and play games to create a memorable holiday. The fireworks begins at 9:15 p.m. July 4. Wills Park, 11925 Wills Road, Alpharetta. 770-475-9023, alpharetta.ga.us.

City of Chamblee. Celebrate the holiday with music, courtesy of the Chamblee July Summer Concert Series. The July 4th performance will feature the Ansley Stewart Band, an Atlanta staple, followed by the Platinum Band, a high-energy, interactive group. After the show, settle in for a dynamic fireworks show. Concert, 6:30 p.m.; fireworks, 9 p.m. July 4. 3518 Broad St., Chamblee. chambleega.com.

City of Lilburn. For family fun, head to Sparkle in the Park, an event filled with music, food trucks and kids activities including face painting, a photo booth and balloon art. The evening will round out with a brilliant fireworks display. 6-10 p.m. July 4. Lilburn City Park, 76 Main St., Lilburn. cityoflilburn.com.

City of Peachtree City. The annual two-mile parade will begin at Village on the Green at 9 a.m. then travel up Peachtree Parkway South and end at the Mcintosh Trail Complex. Much later, fireworks will begin at dusk over Lake Peachtree. July 4. peachtree-city.org.