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A Peachtree Road Race participant crossing the famous finish line at Piedmont Park

7/1-7

FANTASTIC FOURTH CELEBRATION

Families of Atlanta venture to Stone Mountain, our city’s own natural marvel, every year for the Fourth of July! The fireworks display and “Light Show” can’t be beaten, and is there anything more patriotic than enjoying red, white and blue sparks in the sky? This year, expect a show bigger and better than ever, with 4,000 projectors and 250 drones. 100 Robert E. Lee Blvd., stonemountainpark.com

7/16-12

HOME FURNISHINGS MARKET

The industry’s most significant gift and home furnishings market of the summer features more than 8,000 brands across all categories of gift, home decor and furnishings. Summer Market includes an array of seminars and demos, industry networking events and the Icon Honors celebration. Everyone in the home furnishings and gift industries should attend: buyers from small, medium and large retailers; designers; rug retailers; event planners; buying groups; bloggers; media; and more. AmericasMart, 240 Peachtree St. NW, americasmart.com

7/20

SUMMER PARTY

If you are considering braving the Atlanta heat, Atlanta Botanical Garden always has its summer party where you can let loose in nature at a heightened experience teeming with music, laughter and libations. Awaken your senses and enjoy good company in the beauty of the garden. 345 Piedmont Ave., atlantabg.org

7/27

ATLANTA ICE CREAM FESTIVAL

There’s nothing better than a cool ice cream cone on a hot summer day. The brains behind the Atlanta Ice Cream Festival know that fact better than everyone, so the sweet treat enthusiasts welcome you to venture down to Piedmont Park and discover everything from ice cream vendors to wellness activations for wholesome and healthy fun. 10th St. NE, atlantaicecreamfestival.com

7/27-28

WILD WORLD WEEKEND ZOO ATLANTA’S WILD WORLD

Weekend takes you across continents and immerses you in various cultures. Rain or shine, guests of all ages can come together to celebrate the earth’s wildlife and the places they call home. This is the perfect fun and educational opportunity, and it will get you out of the house! 800 Cherokee Ave. NE, zooatlanta.org

7/30-7/4

FUNNY GIRL

Don’t rain on our parade. We plan on grabbing a ticket for an evening at The Fox and cheering on the determined Fanny Brice as she climbs her way to stardom. Always the tale of not giving up on yourself with a bit of romance mixed in; you can’t help but want to belt it out, too. 660 Peachtree Road NW, foxtheatre.org

8/23

JAZZ ON THE LAWN

For the 25th anniversary of Jazz on the Lawn, Karla Harris and the Joe Alterman Trio will kick off the series with a solid lineup to follow. Grab your pillows, blankets, and lawn chairs for an evening of soothing music in the stunning arena. Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, 980 Briarcliff Road NE, callanwolde.org