As Athens-Clarke County wrapped up its commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary on June 27th, neighboring areas offer a lineup of festivities to extend the celebrations through the July 4th weekend.
Oconee Celebrates American turning 250
July 3rd
8am – 5k, 3pm – festival
Oconee County invites everyone to Thomas Farm for their America 250 celebration, beginning with a 5k run at 8am. The festivities continue at 3pm with food vendors, live history reenactments, and family-friendly activities. A live performance by Guardians of the Jukebox will set the stage for a drone show. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets.
Classic City Band Independence Day Concert
July 3rd
4:30pm-6:00pm
Join Georgia’s oldest continuously operating community band, the Classic City Band, for a concert at East Jackson Park. The event is free and promises an entertaining performance.
City of Nicholson 250th Independence Day Celebration
July 3rd
5pm – TBD
Nicholson, GA will host a fireworks festival at 225 Lakeview Drive. Residents and visitors are welcome to join this patriotic event.
Lake Oconee July 4th Boat Parade
July 4th
2pm – TBD
For an aquatic twist on the celebrations, the 7th annual Lake Oconee Fourth of July Boat Parade will take place. The parade starts from the Morgan County section of the lake, offering a scenic loop for all spectators.
Fourth of July Celebration in Comer, Ga
July 4th
1pm – 3pm
Head to Watson Mill Bridge State Park for a family-friendly Fourth of July celebration, featuring classic games such as tug-of-war, sack races, a watermelon eating contest, cornhole, and horseshoes.
City of Winder Celebrate America with POP 2000 Tour
July 4th
3pm -9:30 pm
Winder’s Jug Tavern will host a free event starting with the National Anthem to honor veterans and active military members. Chris Kirkpatrick of *NSYNC will host the POP 2000 tour, featuring hits from the early 2000s, culminating in a fireworks display at 9:30pm.
As temperatures are expected to soar into the high 90s to 100 degrees, with heat indices in the 100s, the National Weather Service advises staying hydrated, seeking air-conditioned environments, avoiding direct sunlight, and checking on family and neighbors.
