Events

There are plenty of ways to celebrate Independence Day on the Florida Suncoast, but Swordfish Grill & Tiki in Cortez may have one of the most entertaining events of the holiday weekend. On Saturday, July 4, Swordfish Grill & Tiki Bar will host its 4th of July Hot Dog Eating Contest, bringi…

One of the Florida Suncoast’s biggest Independence Day traditions is getting a historic upgrade in 2026. Fireworks on the Lake returns to Nathan Benderson Park for the 10th Annual Fireworks on the Lake – America 250 Celebration on Friday, July 3, 2026, bringing thousands of residents and visitors…

The acclaimed Hermitage Artist Retreat has officially announced dates for two of its most anticipated fundraising events for the 2026-2027 season: the beloved Hermitage Artful Lobster and the prestigious Hermitage Greenfield Prize Dinner. Both events continue to strengthen the organization’s reputa…

If you’re looking for one of the biggest and most exciting Independence Day celebrations on Florida’s Suncoast, the Bradenton Alive! Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks on the Manatee River belongs at the top of your list. Held along the beautiful Bradenton Riverwalk and Rossi Park, this a…

If you’re looking for one of Florida’s most picturesque Independence Day celebrations, the Naples Fourth of July Parade & Fireworks Celebration delivers a full day of patriotic fun against the backdrop of white-sand beaches, swaying palms, and spectacular Gulf Coast sunsets. As America celebrat…

Few traditions on Florida’s Suncoast capture the spirit of Independence Day quite like the annual July 4th Fireworks Celebration at Bayfront Park. On Saturday, July 4, 2026, thousands of residents and visitors are expected to gather along Sarasota’s picturesque waterfront for an evening of patrioti…

If you’re looking for one of the biggest and most family-friendly Independence Day celebrations in Florida, Clearwater has you covered. Clearwater Celebrates America returns to beautiful Coachman Park on July 3-4, 2026, bringing two nights of live entertainment, food vendors, family activities, daz…

If you are looking for one of the largest Independence Day celebrations on Florida’s Gulf Coast this year, Tampa’s Liberty by the Bay promises to be one of the biggest and most memorable events of the summer. Set along the scenic downtown waterfront at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park, th…

Florida’s Gulf Coast knows how to celebrate the Fourth of July, and one of the biggest waterfront parties of the holiday weekend is returning to Punta Gorda in 2026. Fishermen’s Village in Punta Gorda has officially announced plans for its annual Independence Day Holiday Celebration on Saturday, J…

Manatee County residents and visitors are gearing up for one of the most anticipated summer celebrations on Florida’s Suncoast. The 15th Annual Palmetto Fourth Fest is set to light up the night on Saturday, July 4, 2026, bringing an evening packed with live entertainment, food, and a spectacular fi…