Get ready for a star-spangled celebration! This July 4th, Bradenton lights up with spectacular fireworks shows, festive parades, live music, and family-friendly fun. Whether you're a local or visiting for the holiday, there's no shortage of ways to celebrate Independence Day 2025! From fireworks displays to parades and festivals, here’s your ultimate Guide to all the red, white, and BOOM happening this Fourth of July.
June 28 | 10AM to 4PM: Pre-Independence Day Boat Fest- Enjoy FREE BBQ from Dirty South Smoke Shack, FREE Kona Ice for kids (10AM–1PM), a Kids Zone with a coloring area and healthy snacks and huge discounts on boats and boating accessories. FREE admission. Hosted by Boater's World Bradenton.
June 28 | 2PM to 10PM: Red, White and Blueberry Celebration - Food trucks, live music by The Music Compound & One Night Rodeo, drink specials, craft vendors, fun for the whole family & FIREWORKS to end the night! Free Admission. Parking $10.00. Hosted by Fiorelli Winery & Vineyard.
July 2 | 10AM to 11:30AM: Come Craft with Us / Watercolor Fireworks - Mangrove School of Sarasota will be hosting a FREE nature inspired craft. Please feel free to drop in anytime between 10AM to 11AM to complete this activity. RSVP requested.
July 3 | 4PM to 9PM: Red, White and Food Truck Festival - Join us as we tailgate in the parking lot of The Mall at University Town Center to view the Firework Show from Nathan Benderson Park! FREE admission.
July 3 | 5PM to 9:45PM: Fireworks on the Lake - Join us at Nathan Benderson Park for a festive celebration honoring America this July 3rd at the annual NBP Fireworks on the Lake Driven by Lamborghini Sarasota. Enjoy live music, family fun, festive food and drinks and, of course, a spectacular fireworks display.
July 3 | 6:30PM: Bradenton Marauders Independence Day Celebration - Join us for a fantastic evening of baseball and celebration as we honor Independence Day at LECOM Park! Don’t miss out on seeing the Bradenton Marauders in their patriotic-themed jerseys! The first 1,500 fans to arrive will receive an exclusive t-shirt! And stay with us after the game for an incredible postgame fireworks show, brought to you by Budweiser! Ticket required.
July 4 | 9AM to 11AM: Longboat Key's 22nd Annual Freedom Fest - Join us for a fun-filled celebration including a "Hot Diggity Dog!” parade and contest, games, food, a butterfly release and more! FREE.
July 4 | 10AM to 12PM: Anna Maria Privateers 4th of July Parade - Start your 4th off in a fun and festive way. FREE.
July 4 | 10AM to 2PM: Sensory Safe 4th of July at We Rock the Spectrum - Enjoy sensory-friendly fun with games, treats and open play. Everything is included in cost of Open Play ($20).
July 4 | 11AM to 12PM: Fireworks in a Bottle - We're upcycling water bottles to create colorful, glittery, swirling sensory bottles to celebrate Independence Day! Sarasota Children's Garden / included in the price of admission. (The Garden will be closing at 3PM this day).
July 4 | 1PM to 5PM: 4th of July Skate at Astro Skate - Wear red, white or blue and get $2 off admission for each color you wear! Wear any Astro Skate shirt and get in for $1. Enjoy free hot dogs for the first hour.
July 4 | 5PM to 9PM: Fourth of July Celebrate America Concert - Enjoy an incredible evening of live music by King Pin at Wellen Park. FREE admission.
July 4 | 5PM to 9:30PM: Independence Day Celebration with Bradenton Alive - Join us in the heart of Bradenton at Rossi Park for one of the biggest Independence Day celebrations in the area! Enjoy delicious food trucks, a spectacular Car Show, merchant vendors, live music, VIP areas, and so much more. FREE admission.
July 4 | 5PM to 10PM: Palmetto's 14th Annual Fourth Fest - Enjoy live music, food trucks, a Kid's Zone, a beverage garden and spectacular views of the fireworks. FREE admission.
July 4 | 5:30PM to 9:30PM: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens All-American Cookout - Enjoy a delicious cookout, family-friendly activities and games on the Great Lawn, and then take in the spectacular fireworks display over Sarasota Bay! Registration required. Cost: Member-Adult: $25 | Adult: $35 | Child 5-17: $10 | Child under 4: Free | Parking: $20. All-inclusive packages also available.
July 4 | 6PM to 9PM: Star Spangled Spectacular - Join Waterside Place for a night full of festive fun, family entertainment, and patriotic WOW moments, including a live circus show, carnival games, a kid's zone, food vendors and a drone show at 9PM. FREE admission.
July 4 | 6PM to 10PM: Fireworks, Brews and Views - Experience an exclusive VIP view of the Manatee River fireworks display on the deck of Oak and Stone. Ticket cost $125 | $50 food and beverage credit to be used during the event. Limited space / reservations required.
July 4 | 6PM to 9:30PM: City of North Port Freedom Festival - Ready for some fireworks? Join the City of North Port at our annual Freedom Festival, presented by American Irrigation. This family-friendly signature event includes fun activities, great vendors, plenty of food options, and of course fireworks!
July 4 | 7PM to 10PM: 4th of July Fireworks and Independence Day Buffet - Join Pier 22 for an unforgettable evening of waterfront dining and fireworks. Immerse yourself in a dazzling display of red, white, and starry blue as the skies ignite above the Manatee River. Kick off your celebration with our festive Independence Day Buffet on the waterside terrace, featuring a delicious spread to satisfy all your holiday cravings. Then sit back, relax, and enjoy the best views in town as Zambelli International delivers a showstopping fireworks finale around 9:30 PM. The event begins at 7 PM, and your reserved table is yours for the entire night—giving you front-row access to all the excitement. RSVP required | Adults: $120 plus tax and service fee, Child Under 10: $50 plus tax and service fee.
July 4 | 7PM to 10PM: Oyster River Rooftop's Fireworks Viewing Party - Join the Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa at their Oyster River Rooftop for a dazzling fireworks viewing party high above the coast. Guests will enjoy unmatched rooftop views of the Palmetto fireworks and a curated menu of elevated holiday bites and signature cocktails. $200 per person entry, which includes a $200 food and drink credit. Limited space / reservations required.
July 4 | 7PM to 10PM: Red, White and BOOM at The Bishop - Join The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature for a safe and spectacular way to celebrate the Fourth of July. There will be festive food trucks, refreshing drinks and a prime viewing spot of the fireworks. Add on tickets to a Laser Light show! RSVP required / tickets are Adult $20 | Child (ages 4 to 10) $15. Laser Light Shows additional $15.
July 4: St. Pete Pier - Celebrating 5 Years of ExPIERence - Join us for the 4th annual “The Fourth” Independence Day Celebration at St. Pete Pier. This event is filled with fun activities for all, including a Craft Beer Garden, Uncle Sam's Market, Family Fun Zone, Food Trucks & Vendors, Live Music by the 13th US Army Band, roaming entertainers, and so much more! Fireworks scheduled for 9PM. FREE admission.
July 4: Sarasota Bay Fireworks - Enjoy Sarasota's annual firework display in downtown Sarasota and surrounding areas.
July 4: City of Venice Fireworks - Enjoy fireworks from the city of Venice. 9PM
July 4: Siesta Key Community Fireworks - The Siesta Key Community Fireworks will be held Thursday, July 4 at Siesta Beach. Fireworks launch at dusk.
July 5 | 10AM: Family Fun Parade - Join us on the 5th of July at the Sarasota Farmers Market for a festive parade! Let’s celebrate Independence Day all weekend long! We will have prizes for the most creative and patriotic so bling out your wagons and bikes and don’t miss out on the fun!
July 5 | 11AM to 3PM: Fourth on Fifth Block Party at Palmetto Marriot Resort - This family-friendly event features interactive zones and entertainment for all ages including live music, yard games, inflatables, dunk tank, eating contests, food vendors, and more. FREE admission.
July 5 | 4PM: St. Pete Pier - Celebrating 5 Years of ExPIERence / Water Show Performance - Join us for a high-energy evening featuring a thrilling water ski performance, freestyle jet ski stunts, and an awe-inspiring flyboarder soaring above the bay. Celebrate summer and the red, white, and blue with family-friendly fun and spectacular waterfront action.
July 5 | 5:30PM to 7:30PM: Foxes and Fireworks - Bring the kiddos for a star-spangled celebration full of play, sparkles, and furry cuteness. $10 / RSVP in advance.
