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Six Flags Over Georgia celebrates America's anniversary with Star-Spangled Nights

Six Flags Over Georgia announced the return of Star-Spangled Nights presented by M&M'S, happening July 3-5.

The event launches a summertime celebration honoring America's 250th anniversary with fireworks, entertainment, limited-time treats and classic all-American thrills.

July 3-5, the park celebrates the 4th of July with a fireworks display at 9:30 p.m.

On July 4-5, guests can upgrade their experience with a VIP Fireworks Party in Hurricane Harbor Atlanta, which includes after-hours water park access, a summertime buffet, premium fireworks viewing and live entertainment. VIP Fireworks Party tickets are available at sixflags.com/overgeorgia.

Patriotic celebrations continue throughout the summer.

As guests enter the park, bold patriotic banners, sharable photo opportunities, flags, garlands and buntings create a festive atmosphere for America's historic anniversary.

Bucket Brigade:♦ Feel the rhythm with a high-energy percussion group that turns everyday objects into interactive, crowd-pleasing performances filled with music and humor.

Flying High Stilt Walkers:♦ These performers tower above the crowd and bring energy, color and excitement throughout the park.

Limited-Time Food and Beverage Offerings

A lineup of crafted treats inspired by classic flavors of Americana, found throughout the park, include:

Patriotic Vanilla Layer Cake:♦ Colorful red, white and blue vanilla layer cake topped with red, white and blue sprinkles.

All-American Funnel Cake:♦ Crispy funnel cake topped with creamy vanilla ice cream and red, white and blue sprinkles.

Liberty Bell Apple Pie Shake: Vanilla shake layered with red and blue syrup, topped with whipped cream and finished with a fried apple hand pie skewer, a cinnamon streusel-coated apple slices and an American flag.

Signature beverages include commemorative cocktails and mocktails:

Americana Colada Frozen Cocktail:♦ A refreshing pina colada layered with rum, blue curacao and strawberry puree in a collectible stars-and-stripes 20 oz. pilsner glass.

The All-American:♦ Sprite, strawberry popping boba and blue curacao syrup served in a souvenir Americana cup with a strawberry garnish.

The Tavern Cherry:♦ Coca-Cola, cherry and cold foam served in a souvenir Americana cup with a cherry garnish.

Commemorative, patriotic merchandise is available for purchase throughout the park, featuring custom apparel, red, white and blue light-up novelties and collectible souvenir drinkware. Sweet shops, like Coaster Candy, offer handmade treats like Americana-themed creamy fudge and gourmet apples.

For nearly 60 years, Six Flags Over Georgia has celebrated American innovation through its iconic rides and coasters, making it a premier destination for family fun.

For more information, visit sixflags.com/overgeorgia.

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