Fun Independence Day
Celebrations & Entertainment
In Tampa Bay
Festivities on the 4th of July consist of memorable times with family and friends. This year is packed with various happenings all focused around food, drinks, music and captivating firework productions. From beaches to the city, Family fun to adults only events, METRO shares some favored Tampa Bay locations to celebrate Independence Day.
BOOM BY THE BAY
July 4, 2025¶
4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Boom by the Bay 2025 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.
www.tampa.gov/events/boom
Heights District Fourth of July Celebration
Armature Works Pier
1910 North Ola Avenue, Tampa, FL 33602
3PM – 10PM
Riverfront carnival with live performances (including country and electronic acts), food trucks, DJ sets, kids’ zone, hot-dog competitions, and fireworks lighting up the waterfront.
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Tampa Riverwalk Celebrate
5:30PM – 9:30PM
July 4th with Friends of the Riverwalk as we host a July 4th Boat Parade, Water Ski Show, Blessing of the Fleet, and fireworks! The parade route will be similar to our holiday light boat parade but will include a Water Ski Show in 2 locations to kick off the celebration and a blessing station.
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Star Spangled Sparkman
Sparkman Wharf
5PM – 9:30PM
Waterfront festival featuring live music, DJs, roaming performers, a kid’s game zone, boat and ski shows, a blessing of the fleet, plus fireworks—all with a front-row seat to Tampa’s sky.
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Celebrate Independence Day with Busch Gardens
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
10165 N McKinley Drive, Tampa, FL 33612
Enjoy dazzling entertainment, world-class thrill rides and some of the best fireworks in Tampa for Independence Day Weekend!
Join us at the Festival Field for an unforgettable Fourth of July Celebration, complete with a dazzling fireworks show that will feature a perfectly choreographed arrangement of music and lights. This one-of-a-kind spectacle will top off the night with a patriotic grand finale and a true celebration of the red, white and blue that you will not want to miss.
*Included with park admission. Event dates and details subject to change and/or cancellation without prior notice. Weather permitting.
July 4th Fireworks Cruise – Tampa
Yacht Starship
603 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602
Celebrate the stars and stripes on the water with a spectacular 4th of July Fireworks Cruise! These festive cruise includes an open bar, DJ entertainment and a spectacular fireworks finale! The Fireworks Dinner Cruise and VIP Fireworks Dinner Cruise also include a buffet. Dress code is resort casual. All ages welcome, but you must be 21+ with valid ID to drink. These cruises sell out every year rain or shine! Book your tickets in advance to ensure availability!
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July 4th Fireworks Cruise – Clearwater
Yacht Starship
25 Causeway Boulevard Slip #55,
Clearwater, FL 33767
Celebrate the stars and stripes on the water with a spectacular 4th of July Fireworks Cruise! This 2.5-hour cruise includes a premium open bar, a buffet, DJ entertainment, and a spectacular fireworks finale choreographed to patriotic music! The dress code is resort casual. All ages are welcome, but you must be 21+ with a valid ID to drink. These cruises sell out every year rain or shine! Book your tickets in advance to ensure availability!
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St. Pete Beach 4th of July Summer Concert and Fireworks
Friday, July 4, 2025
Horan Park | 7701 Boca Ciega Drive
6PM – 9PM followed by fireworks show
Celebrate with the City of St. Pete Beach on the 4th of July! Join us for a safe, family friendly party in the park! Entertainment provided by Smooth D & the Boyz Ultimate Funk Band. Food will be served up by Grillin & Chillin and Bellies Street Food. Beverages will be provided by the Veterans of South Pinellas.
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Independence Day Celebration at St. Pete Pier
July 4, 2024
Spa Beach Park & Family Park on the St Pete Pier
4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The traditional Fourth of July fireworks show sponsored by the City of St. Pete is scheduled for Thursday, July 4th, at 9 pm and will be visible from the entire Downtown waterfront.
The Primary Location will be Spa Beach Park & Family Park on the St Pete Pier.
Clearwater Celebrates America
Coachman Park
300 Cleveland Street, Clearwater
5:00 PM – 09:45 PM
Watch fireworks over Clearwater Harbor at this annual Independence Day celebration at Coachman Park.
Starting at 5 p.m., enjoy local vendors and food trucks, family-friendly activities, live music and buskers throughout Coachman Park. There will be a free patriotic performance by the Coachman Pops Orchestra. A fireworks display will grace the night’s sky at 9:15 p.m. A silent disco party will be held in The BayCare Sound from 6 to 11 p.m.
Pirate Water Taxi Fireworks Cruise
Tampa Riverwalk
Departs ~ 8:30 PM
A one-hour narrated cruise aboard the Pirate Water Taxi with onboard beverages (beer, wine), air-conditioned comfort, and stellar views of the city’s fireworks show. Tickets ~$59.95/adult.
Cruise Includes:
• Prizes will be awarded to the most patriotic passengers
• One-hour cruise with a front row view of Downtown Tampa’s 4th of July fireworks
• One drink token valid for a beer, wine, seltzer, or water (must be 21+ with valid ID)
• Additional beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase on board
Catch the Spirit & Celebrate America
Hillsborough County Fairgrounds, Dover
1PM – 10PM
A full-day community festival with food and craft vendors, craft beer tent, antique car show, live music, kids’ zone, pet‑costume parade, watermelon-eating contest, drone show at sunset, and fireworks finale.
Tarpon Springs Independence Day Fireworks
Fred Howard Park
1700 Sunset Drive
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
July 4 · 9 PM
A local waterfront fireworks show over Clearwater Bay at Fred Howard Park—bring blankets and picnic setups for a relaxed evening. Best viewed from Howard Park – Free Parking after 6pm.
Fireworks launch from Sunset Beach – Sunset Beach will be closed on July 4th.
Safety Harbor Independence Day Celebration
July 4, 2025
Waterfront Park
105 Veterans Memorial Lane
Safety Harbor, FL 34695
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The whole family is invited to the July 4th celebration at the Waterfront Park in Safety Harbor. There will be live entertainment, food vendors and children’s activities. The event is free, and it goes from 5-9 p.m. with fireworks happening at 9 p.m.
July 4th Bayfront Fireworks Spectacular
Sarasota Bayfront Park, Island Park, 1 Marina Plaza,
Sarasota, FL 34236
9:00 PM to 9:30 PM
The Bayfront Fireworks Spectacular in Sarasota, Florida, will take place on Friday, July 4, 2025, at 9:00 PM at the Sarasota Bayfront. The event, a free public display, will be held at Bayfront Park and surrounding areas. The City of Sarasota recommends arriving early, as parking fills up quickly, and suggests arriving by 7:30 PM. The fireworks will be launched over Sarasota Bay and can be viewed from Island Park, Bayfront Park, downtown Sarasota rooftops, or even the Ringling Bridge.
