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Can’t-miss 4th of July events happening in Atlanta this year
Looking for the best things to do this 4th of July weekend in Atlanta? While some events have been postponed yet again because of COVID, there are still plenty of events that are returning with a bang this year. Don’t miss these top 4th of July events happening in Atlanta this year.
Where to watch fireworks in Cobb County this 4th of July
Celebrate this 4th of July with a bang with a classic fireworks display. Some annual gatherings and firework displays may have been postponed this year due to COVID, but there are still plenty of great celebrations happening all across the county where you can enjoy socially-distanced fireworks displays. Here’s where to watch fireworks in Cobb County this 4th of July.
Where to watch fireworks in Atlanta this 4th of July
Celebrate the 4th of July in style with barbecues, parades, and the all-important fireworks display. Some annual gatherings and firework displays may have been postponed this year due to COVID, but there are still plenty of great celebrations happening all across the city where you can enjoy socially-distanced fireworks displays. Here’s where to watch fireworks in Atlanta this 4th of July.
The best restaurants in Marietta
Marietta is bursting with flavorful restaurants covering a wide range of cuisines. No matter what type of food you are in the mood for, you can find a great place to eat in Marietta. Check out some of Marietta’s top-rated restaurants below.
Best restaurants in Sandy Springs
You don’t have to venture deep inside the Perimeter to find great food, and Sandy Springs is proof of that. This northern suburb of Atlanta is quickly becoming a food destination in its own right. Check out the top restaurants in Sandy Springs below.
Top Brazilian restaurants in Atlanta
Brazilian cuisine is known for their steakhouses, called churrascaria, where meat is cooked in the churrasco style and served from large skewers directly onto the diner’s plate. Atlanta has plenty of Brazilian steakhouse options, as well as tasty Brazilian bakeries, to choose from. Check out the top Brazilian restaurants in the Atlanta area.
The best restaurants in Dunwoody
Being home to the Perimeter Mall, you may think of Dunwoody as a place with only chain restaurants, but this area has been cultivating a more local feel in recent years, resulting in a rise in local restaurants. Check out the best places to eat in Dunwoody below.
The best restaurants in Vinings
Nestled in the northwest suburbs of Atlanta, Vinings is a hip neighborhood with a lot going on. Vinings has a diverse offering of restaurants full of international cuisines and fusion flavors. Check out the top places to eat in Vinings here.
The best restaurants in Smyrna
The city of Smyrna is located in the northwest suburbs of Atlanta and is nearby top attractions like the Braves stadium at Truist Park, Six Flags Over Georgia and Six Flags White Water, and the Silver Comet Trail. Check out the top places to eat when visiting Smyrna.
The best Thai restaurants in Atlanta
There are countless Thai restaurants all around Atlanta for you to enjoy. Check out the best of the best Thai restaurants in Atlanta below. Nan Thai Fine Dining is an upscale Thai food experience from the Niyomkul family, who have been serving Atlanta delicious Thai food since 1997. Chef Nan Niyomkul is behind the elegant and authentic menu at Nan Thai Fine Dining. On her menu, you’ll find special selections like Lamb Hung Lay and Panang Talay, as well as specialty cocktails, beer, wine, and sake.
The APEX Museum and INROADS connect students to a virtual STEM enrichment program
The APEX (African American Panoramic Experience) Museum, Atlanta’s first Black History Museum, has partnered with INROADS, Inc., the largest nonprofit organization in the world that is committed to addressing community disparities and providing leadership and career development for underrepresented talent in the workplace, to provide access to virtual coding and leadership training to academically gifted and underrepresented students in Atlanta.
Top Juneteenth events happening in Atlanta
Juneteenth celebrates the end of slavery in the United States, commemorating June 19, 1865, the date when the last enslaved African-Americans held in Confederate states were finally freed. Find the top festivals and celebrations commemorating Juneteenth happening in Atlanta this June.
Illuminarium Experiences reaches $100 million in initial funding with investment from Eldridge
Illuminarium Experiences, a new global experiential entertainment company, has received $100 million in initial funding with its newest significant investment from Eldridge. The commitment from Eldridge will support the launch of Illuminarium Experiences’ first-ever venue in Atlanta, Georgia, opening with WILD: Safari Experience on July 1, 2021, as well as future global locations. Illuminarium’s immersive entertainment venues allow visitors to experience real-world filmed content and authentic re-created worlds. The Illuminarium brand complements many of the entertainment, real estate, and sports businesses within the Eldridge network.
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