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July 2, 2026

Happening Today: Summerville Celebrate Independence Festival and Fireworks Show

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One of Chattooga County’s biggest summer traditions returns today as the City of Summerville hosts its annual Celebrate Independence Festival and Fireworks Show at the Chattooga County Agricultural Center.

The free community celebration begins at 6 p.m. at 33 Middle School Road and will feature live music, family activities, food vendors, contests and one of the largest fireworks displays in Northwest Georgia. The fireworks show is scheduled for 10 p.m.

Families can enjoy the free Kid’s Zone from 6 until 9 p.m., with waterslides, inflatables, face painting, sack races, badminton, volleyball, Jenga and more. Other activities include the Corn Hole Tournament, the Patriotic Foot Parade for children at 6:35 p.m., and the Summerville Natural Gas and Menlo Lucky’s Hot Dog Eating Contest at 7:30 p.m.

Entertainment begins at 6:45 p.m. with Parker Thomas, followed by The Whole Fam Damily at 8 p.m.

Parking is free, and visitors are encouraged to arrive early, bring lawn chairs or blankets, and enjoy an evening of food, music, family fun and fireworks.

June 30, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville’s Celebrate Independence Festival Returns Thursday With Music, Food, Family Fun & Fireworks

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One of Chattooga County’s biggest summer traditions returns Thursday, July 2, as the City of Summerville hosts its annual Celebrate Independence Festival and Fireworks Show at the Chattooga County Agricultural Center.

June 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Seeking Competitors for Hot Dog Eating Contest at Independence Festival

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Think you have what it takes to be the top hot dog eater in Chattooga County?

The City of Summerville is looking for contestants to take part in a Hot Dog Eating Contest during the 2026 Celebrate Independence Festival and Fireworks celebration.

The contest will be held Thursday, July 2, at the Chattooga County Agricultural Center as part of Summerville’s celebration of America’s 250th birthday.

Organizers are encouraging residents who enjoy friendly competition and community fun to sign up and test their eating skills in front of a crowd during the festival.

The Celebrate Independence Festival will feature activities, entertainment, and fireworks as the community comes together to commemorate the nation’s semiquincentennial — the 250th anniversary of American independence.

Additional details about contest registration and festival activities are expected to be announced by the City of Summerville.

March 13, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Summerville Seeking Food Vendors For 2026 Celebrate Independence Festival

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The City of Summerville is now accepting applications for food vendors for the 2026 Celebrate Independence Festival and Fireworks.

The annual event will be held Thursday, July 2, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Chattooga County Agricultural Center.

City officials say the food vendor application is now available online through the Summerville Parks and Recreation website and will remain open through April 10.

Vendors selected to participate will be notified on April 17. The cost for a 15-by-15 vendor space is $75, and the fee must be paid by June 1.

The Celebrate Independence Festival is one of the community’s biggest summer events, featuring food vendors, family activities, and fireworks.

More information and vendor applications are available at www.summervillerec.org.