Guide to 4th of July fireworks, events across Tampa Bay

TAMPA, Fla. — The 4th of July, or Independence Day, is commemorating the Declaration of Independence from Great Britain in 1776 and establishing the United States of America. It is often celebrated with family and friend gatherings, barbeques, parades and fireworks.

Tampa Bay is ready for the holiday with an array of parades and firework shows for all ages. Here’s a county-by-county list of events that are happening around the area.

All events take place on July 4 unless otherwise stated.
 

Citrus County

• Patriotic Evening
  July 3, 5 p.m. | Liberty Park
  The city of Inverness will be hosting its annual fireworks show over Lake Henderson. The event will feature musical performances by Mock of Ages: The Ultimate Def Leppard Tribute and Smokey Jones and The 3 Dollar Pistols. There will also be vendors and plenty of family-friendly activities.
• 4^th of July Celebration
  4 p.m. | Kings Bay Park
  Join the city of Crystal River for a 4th of July celebration. Enjoy live music, food trucks, vendors, games, kids’ activities and a fireworks show over Kings Bay.

Hernando County

Hillsborough County

• Boom by the Bay
  4 p.m. | Tampa Riverwalk
  The city of Tampa’s annual 4^th of July festivities will encompass The Heights District Fourth of July Celebration at Armature Works, Star Spangled Sparkman Wharf and the Friends of the Tampa Riverwalk July 4th Boat Parade along the Hillsborough River. The event will offer live entertainment, a pickleball tournament and food trucks.
• July 4th Boat Parade
  5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | Sparkman Wharf
  Boats will be decorated in red, white and blue and compete for the most patriotic boat. This year’s theme is “Salute to Service,” to celebrate military heroes with a patriotic display on the water. There will also be a water ski show and fireworks.
  VIEW MORE INFORMATION IN OUR BOAT PARADE GUIDE
• 4^th of July Celebration
  July 4 – July 6 | Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
  Enjoy Independence Day festivities at Busch Gardens, featuring complimentary beer samples, live performances and a fireworks show choreographed with an arrangement of music and lights.
• Catch the Spirit & Celebrate America: July 4^th Festival
  1 p.m. – 11 p.m. | Hillsborough County Fairgrounds
  Get ready for an day filled with food, contests and live entertainment, culminating in a patriotic drone show at sunset. There will be an after party until 11 p.m.

Manatee County

Pasco County

Pinellas County

• The Fourth
  July 4, 4 p.m. – 10 p.m. | Spa Beach Park & Family Park on the St Pete Pier 
  July 5, 4 p.m. – 10 p.m. | Spa Beach Park & Throughout St Pete Pier
  The city of St. Petersburg’s annual fireworks show returns with live performances, vendors, food trucks and a family fun zone. Fireworks will be visible from the entire downtown waterfront. (Note: activities vary each day)
• Clearwater Celebrates America 2024
  5 p.m. – 11 p.m. | Coachman Park
  There will be a free, patriotic performance throughout Coachman Park. Guests can enjoy local vendors, food trucks, family-friendly activities and live music.
• Treasure Island 4th of July Fireworks
  9 p.m. | Treasure Island Beach
  Celebrate America by watching fireworks light up the sky over Treasure Island Beach. The best viewing areas will be near the Gulf Front Park area of the beach located at 10400 Gulf Blvd.
• 4^th of July Parade & Celebration
  10 a.m. | James Ernst Park
  The event, presented by the Town of Kenneth City and the Kenneth City Police Department, features a day of food, live music, vendors and more. The parade starts at Gabe’s 46th Avenue North and 66th Street North, then down 46th Avenue North to James Ernst Park.
• 4th of July Picnic in Craig Park
  10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Craig Park
  Bring the family to enjoy live music, a water slide, live music, inflatables, lawn games and more.
• The city of Gulfport’s 4th of July Celebration
  10 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Tomlinson Park
  Officials stated that due to extensive damage sustained in the downtown area, the annual 4th of July Fireworks Show is canceled. The city will instead host a 4th of July Community Parade and Picnic at Tomlinson Park. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to secure a viewing spot. There will be live music, food, children’s activities and more.

Polk County

• Red, White & Kaboom!
  July 3, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Lake Mirror – Frances Langford Promenade
  Live performers will entertain the crowd before a fireworks display launches at 9 p.m. Officials ask for guests to bring canned food items to donate to those in need. All non-perishable items benefit Volunteers in Service to the Elderly (VISTE).
• Rockin’ Freedom Fest
  July 3, 6 p.m. | Martin Luther King Jr. Park
  This celebration includes food, a water ski show and fireworks. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets.
• Legoland’s Red, White & Boom
  July 4 & July 5, 10 a.m. | Legoland Florida
  Get in the patriotic spirit with special activities, a DJ dance party and a firework display with Lego bricks illuminating the sky through special 3D viewing glasses.
• Rockin’ the Ridge
  3 p.m. | Lake Wailes Park
  The event will feature an assortment of activities, including inflatables, vendors, live performances, contests and a firework show.
• Auburndale 4^th of July Fireworks Display
  9 p.m. – 10 p.m. | Lake Ariana
  Bring the family out to view a fireworks display across Lake Ariana. (Note from the city: Lake Ariana Park is under construction. The boat ramp will remain open but the boat ramp parking is for boat launching only. The lake shore and surrounding areas of the boat ramp are still closed for construction.)

According to our Spectrum Bay News 9 meteorologists, the Bay area will see high rain chances for the 4th of July. Be sure to download our Spectrum News app to stay up-to-date on what’s happening in your area and track the weather with our Klystron 9 radar.