What’s Happening This July in the Southeast Pt. 2

June 29, 2025

From art fests and ice cream days to air shows and beach blowouts—Georgia and Florida bring bold flavors to July fun. Here are the top picks to fill your warm-weather getaway calendars:

Georgia

• Atlanta Ice Cream Festival – July 26, Piedmont Park (Atlanta)
  Free and family-friendly, this festival scoops up games, live music, and cool treats all day.
• Lavender Fest – Season Two – July 16–20, Out Front Theatre (Atlanta)
  A five-day queer arts celebration featuring music, performance, and community in a vibrant festival setting.
• Pickle Fest at Fall Line – July 18–20, Macon
  A weekend dedicated to all things pickle—including a specialty pickle gose beer—at Fall Line Brewing Co.
• Butternut Creek Festival – July 19–20, Blairsville
  One of the Southeast’s largest arts & crafts events, bringing fine crafts and live music to scenic Meeks Park.
• All American Summer Car Show & Concert – July 12, Griffin
  Classic autos, live tunes, and community celebration downtown.

Florida

• Pensacola Beach Air Show (Blue Angels) – July 9–12, Pensacola Beach
  A high-flying spectacle featuring the Blue Angels and aviation displays over stunning beachfront skies.
• Cocoa Beach Centennial Celebration – July 5–6, Cocoa Beach
  Pickleball, beachside street party, live music, drone show—and a golf finale to mark 100 years of community fun.
• Party in the Park & Fireworks – July 4, Winter Garden
  Waterfront live music and a family-friendly fireworks display over Lake Apopka.
• Mel Fisher Days – July 18–20, Sebastian
  Pirate-themed scavenger hunt, bar crawl, music, and food trucks in honor of Florida’s legendary treasure hunter.
• Clematis by Night Concert Series – Thursdays in July, West Palm Beach
  Free outdoor concerts under the stars on Clematis Street—perfect for a summer evening outing.

Road Trip Ready?

Sweet treats, summer beats, and beachside barbecues—July in Georgia and Florida offers a fresh lineup of iconic events and coastal charm. Pack your bag and your playlist—it’s festival season!