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Dunwoody 4th of July Parade
Celebrate America’s birthday by attending the annual 4th of July parade in Dunwoody, GA the largest Independence Day parade in the state of Georgia!
Presented by the Dunwoody Homeowners Association and Rough Draft Atlanta, and proudly sponsored by the City of Dunwoody, Discover Dunwoody, IHG Hotels & Resorts, Dinowoody, and many more. This beloved Dunwoody holiday tradition brings the community together each year with festively decorated floats, marching bands, vintage cars, clowns, performers, and animals parading through the streets of Dunwoody. Recognized as one of the largest holiday events in the area, the parade welcomes more than 2,500 participants and attracts over 35,000 spectators annually, making it one of the most anticipated family-friendly events in Dunwoody.
July 4, 2026
Dunwoody Village
(770) 354-7653
Event Website
Parade Route:
The parade route is approximately 2.7 miles and steps off from the intersection of Mount Vernon Road and Jett Ferry Road at 9:00 a.m., proceeds west on Mt. Vernon to Dunwoody Village, turns right onto Dunwoody Village Parkway, circles around the Parkway, and left into Dunwoody Village. Volunteers will guide parade participants to parade parking (Post Office Side). The Festival Area will be on the Walgreens side of Dunwoody Village. It takes approximately 1 hour to walk the entire parade route.
Viewing Information:
Parade spectators are encouraged to setup chairs along Mt. Vernon and circle around the Dunwoody Village Parkway into Dunwoody Village. Spectators will be blocked from viewing on the east side of Jett Ferry on Mt. Vernon due to the staging and setup for parade participants. Viewing will start on the west side of Jett Ferry on Mt. Vernon.
Mt. Vernon Road, between Jett Ferry Road and Dunwoody Village, will be closed from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. [times are approximate; contact the Dunwoody Police Department for specific questions about road closures and traffic information].
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