Things To Do in Augusta This Weekend: July 3-July 5

As America marks its 250th anniversary, the Augusta area is celebrating with a full lineup of Independence Day festivities. From a historic salute at Meadow Garden to fireworks on the Savannah River and a patriotic weekend of GreenJackets baseball, there's a way for everyone to mark the occasion. Rooftop gatherings, pickleball, and colonial history round out the holiday, while the week ahead brings even more local events to enjoy.

Meadow Garden will mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a free community celebration. The site is the home of George Walton, one of Georgia's signers of the Declaration of Independence. The day opens with a reading of the Declaration followed by a cannon salute and a dedication ceremony for a Southern Magnolia tree gifted from George Washington's Mount Vernon. Visitors can enjoy live music from the Garden City Strummers, watch Revolutionary soldiers' camp displays, try 18th-century quill pen writing, and contribute their own American story to the event's Story Wall.

Paddle Augusta is offering a guided paddle experience for those wanting a unique vantage point for America's 250th Independence Day fireworks over the Savannah River. Participants will meet at the Fifth Street Marina Gift Shop and launch before dark, paddling to a prime viewing spot to watch the fireworks light up the sky over downtown Augusta. The outing will run for about 1.5 hours and is designed for beginners, with no prior paddling experience required. It's a festive, low-key way to take in the show from the water.

The Augusta GreenJackets will celebrate Independence Weekend at SRP Park with a full slate of patriotic promotions honoring America's 250th anniversary. The Friday and Saturday games close with post-game fireworks from Joe Dirt Fireworks, while Saturday adds player autograph opportunities and a July 4th Picnic Package featuring a 90-minute all-you-can-eat buffet. Sunday brings SC250 Sundays, with the first 250 fans receiving a themed prize, plus pre-game catch, postgame base-running for kids, fireworks, and a Patriotic Jersey Auction benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Augusta.

For those looking to celebrate the Fourth of July with something unique, Augusta offers options beyond the traditional fireworks display. Whether it's a rooftop gathering, a friendly pickleball tournament, or a step back in time, the holiday adds variety to the area's festivities. Each event gives the community another way to mark Independence Day together.

Augusta's calendar is alive well after the Fourth of July fireworks fade. From board games and brews to live music and fresh local produce, the week offers something for nearly every interest.