No matter where you are in the Tampa Bay area, there will be a fireworks display close by on Independence Day. With tons of beachside celebrations, patriotic parades and boom-tastic fireworks shows, you can take your pick from plenty of ways to show your national pride this 4th of July.
So grab your blanket, cooler and closest friends and head over to one of these fireworks hot spots for an incredible view...and don't forget to wear red, white and blue!
2011 Fireworks Celebration in Channelside
Fireworks, festivities and family fun at the10th Annual 4th of July Fireworks Celebration. The event is free and open to the public. No lawn chairs, personal fireworks or coolers allowed. Live music and entertainment begins at noon with spectacular fireworks show at 9 p.m.
Bayfront Fireworks (2011)
These 4th of July fireworks start at dusk over Sarasota Bay at Bayfront Park
St. Pete Pier 4th of July Extravaganza (2011)
Get up close to the light show as the Pier throws one of the most extravagant fireworks shows in the area
Brandon Blast 2011
The festivities begin at 5 p.m. and don't stop until after the fireworks blast off at 9 p.m. Enjoy great food, live music and fun activities.
Sparklebration 2011
Fireworks and entertainment in Dade City
Dunedin Hometown USA 2011
The Dunedin Blue Jays take on the Daytona Cubs on July 3 at 4 p.m. Live music by the Greg Billings Band and a fireworks finale. Free admission. Call (727) 812-4530 for more info.
Independence Day at Shephard's w/ DEV (2011)
Celebrate 4th of July Weekend at Shephard's with live entertainment, drinks, food and fun! On July 3rd enjoy a special performances by DEV with international #1 Hit- Like a G6 and the Jump Smokers!
City of Gulfport Celebrates (2011)
More than 5,000 people are expected to attend the City of Gulfport's Independence Day Celebration, which includes exciting activities and a fireworks display along the city's downtown waterfront.
Safety Harbor's Independence Day Parade (2011)
Head out to this patriotic parade at 10 a.m.!
Safety Harbor's July 4th Celebration (2011)
Don't miss the fireworks and live bands at this outdoor party.
32nd annual Morton Plant Mease Midnight Run
Run in honor of your country at this annual 1-mile, 5K, and 10k event
Bradenton Beach Three-Day Fireworks Celebration (2011)
Because just one or two parties wouldn't be enough for Bradenton Beach, it's celebrating for three days in a row. The Party starts at Mar Vista on the 2nd, the BeachHouse Restaurant on the 3rd and the Sandbar on the 4th.
Bring your blanket and a picnic basket and settle in for the evening to enjoy fireworks at the beach. Launched along the Gulf of Mexico, you'll enjoy the show starting at dusk!
Riverhouse Reef 4th of July Celebration (2011)
Riverhouse Reef & Grill invites you to join them on the river for their 3rd annual 4th of July party, complete with food, music and fireworks! Directly across from the Fireworks display over the Manatee River, $45 admission gets you all-you-can eat hot dogs, burgers, fish tacos, california rolls, gelato and more. Discounted drink specials, live music and dancing with primo fireworks viewing on the pier.
July 4th Boat Show (2011)
The 9th Annual St. Armand's Boat Show is a great way to spend this 4th of July!
On either side of the Green Bridge, witness the beautiful Bradenton fireworks at around 9 p.m.
Main Street 4th of July Block Party!
Wander down Historic Main Street, and experience Bradenton's high energy, pre-fireworks block party!
Siesta Key 4th of July Fireworks (2011)
Fireworks can be seen from Midnight Pass to the Siesta Key Village, so every spot is a good spot on Siesta Key!
Privateers 4th of July Parade
Hosted by the Anna Maria Privateers, this annual parade starts bright and early on Coquina Beach
In honor of Independence Day, members of the military and up to three direct dependents are invited to visit Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo for free on July 1, 2, 3 or 4.
Clearwater Celebrates America (2011)
The event begins at 4 p.m. and will feature the Mostly Pops Orchestra with John, Mary K. and Paul Wilson at 7:30 p.m. followed by the Bright House Blast fireworks at 9:30 p.m. An array of foods from a variety of concessionaires will be available. Exhibitor and sponsor booths will be open for browsing as well as activities for children from 4 - 7 p.m. Admission is free.
Fourth of July Fireworks at the Clam
Party-up this 4th of July, all weekend long at The Bearded Clam Waterfront Restaurant and Tiki Bar. Watch the fireworks on the dock. Come by boat or car and bring your bathing suit for a splashing good time by the pool. With live indoor music, drink and dinner specials, kids menus, a great buffet.
Head to Crabby Bills Beach Club on Rocky Point in Tampa for an indoor-outdoor 4th of July event that will feature a massive Slip N' Slide, flip Cup, volleyball, Beer Pong, Corn Hole and billiards. DJ's Steve-O and Gimme Samoa will be providing the beats and Tony Batman from A! Entertainment News will be giving away swag and awesome prizes from The Screaming O!
Hosted by DJ JD, after the fireworks, head to the Bishop Tavern for $2 domestic and well drinks all night. No cover.
Celebrating a new and evolving line of craft beers for enjoying on their own or paired with items from its new summer menu, Libby’s is kicking off the July 4th Holiday Weekend with a special craft beer celebration, July 1-3, 2011.
The Family Freedom Fest is a 4-day celebration that will include rides, a go-kart racetrack, paintball, a water slide, miniature golf, music, food and beer. Free admission and parking. Home fireworks permitted.
Celebrate 4th of July with an all-day buffet at Cassis American Brasserie. Enjoy specialty cocktails and drinks and soaking the Cassis staff in their dunk tank!
Mattison's Riverside's 4th of July VIP Fireworks Celebration
Chef Paul Mattison will host the annual 4th of July VIP Fireworks Celebration at Mattison’s Riverside Monday, July 4, 2011 at 5 p.m.Enjoy VIP seating along the Manatee River under the fireworks in their air conditioned dining rooms, on the outdoor deck or along the waterfront terrace.
This new watering hole is having it's unofficial grand opening this weekend. Stop by on Sunday night (July 3) you'll get a pre-holiday show w/ live music and a limited menu. This 3rd of July bash will showcase The Paper Stanleys, smacking it up at 8pm
the FC Tampa Bay take on the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers at 6 p.m.on July 4 at the Al Lang Stadium. Go for the game before the Light up the Bay fireworks. Tickets $10-$18
On July 2nd, 3rd and 4th, join the Tampa Tap Room BBQ. They'll be playing Cornhole outside and have smokers cooking chicken, pulled pork, beef brisket and sausage. Dinner's at 3 p.m. on the July 2 and 3, noon on July 4. Plates are $8.95 and include fries, baked beans and slaw.
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jw00027 - July 5, 2011 at 6:38 AM
Channelside was a mess last night! Every website has a different time for when they were supposed to start. Some say 9p and others say 930p. So, we...
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Report This Commentcomputerrepair - July 4, 2011 at 5:18 PM
These are great places. Going to check out St. Pete Beach tonight with the family.
Report This Commentchabot4me - July 4, 2011 at 8:12 AM
This is great to have a site where you can find out what to do at one stop.
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