Road Trip - Celebrate the 4th of July, 2025 in St. Pete-Clearwater with Sun, Sand and Fireworks!
- Alastair Mac
- Jul 2
- 6 min read
Hit the road and head west to celebrate the Fourth of July this year with fireworks and fun in the sun on the Gulf Coast at St. Pete-Clearwater.
Home to America's Best Beaches, St. Pete-Clearwater is a sunny destination that travelers adore, and best of all, there’s always something amazing happening throughout the area, and Independence Day is no exception.
A perfect time for a road trip, head west on the I-4 and visit St. Pete-Clearwater for the day, or the full weekend! Enjoy a day of sun, sand and celebration, and as the sun goes down enjoy spectacular fireworks displays on the white sand beaches.
Fourth of July Celebrations 2025
July 3
Celebrate America’s birthday with an evening of fun, food, and fireworks at the Madeira Beach Recreation Complex! Enjoy Live Music, Food Trucks, and a Fireworks Show.
This free, family-friendly event features great entertainment and a fireworks finale you won’t want to miss. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs - no pets or personal fireworks allowed.
July 3 - 6
Enjoy an unforgettable Fourth of July Weekend at Innisbrook Resort! From July 3 - July 6, experience a spectacular celebration packed with festive fun and star-spangled events. Resort guests and members are invited to join a spectacular weekend filled with activities and adventure. Join in on some patriotic pickleball, tee off at the Golf Tournament, marvel at a spectacular fireworks display, and much more!
July 4
Gather your friends and family, and kick off your 4th of July celebrations with the 5th Annual St. Pete Pier Run! The 4-mile run/walk showcases the beautiful St. Pete Pier, as well as St. Pete's scenic waterfront. Come and run/walk your FOUR ON THE FOURTH!
The beautiful, flat and fast course begins on the St Pete Pier near Spa Beach, goes along the scenic St Pete waterfront, and finishes on the Pier. The course is closed to traffic, and is limited to 1500 runners per wave. There will be one hydration station on course.
Included in the entry fee is a Pier Run bib with timing chip, custom designed shirt, custom designed finisher medal, and special finisher keepsake.
July 4
Celebrate America by watching the city of Treasure Island light up with a spectacular fireworks show on the beach. The celebration will be Thursday, July 4 starting at 9 pm.
Fireworks will be shot from the beach near Gulf Front Park, located at 10400 Gulf Blvd. Bring a beach chair or towel and enjoy the show as fireworks light up the night sky.
Watch as Treasure Island lights up with a stunning fireworks show on the beach at 9pm! Off-site parking will be offered at Treasure Island Park for $20 a vehicle.
July 4
Come out and celebrate the 4th of July with the City of St. Pete Beach! Bring your chairs, coolers, blankets, and your best Independence Day attire! We will have the Veterans of South Pinellas here serving beer & wine and other vendors serving food.
Arrive around 5pm, get your space in the park, grab a drink and some food and hangout! The band will start at 6pm and we'll go right into fireworks at 9pm, when the band ends! The event is over when the fireworks are over!
July 4
The City of Tarpon Springs will host a spectacular fireworks show on Friday, July 4th! The fireworks are set off from Sunset Beach, which will be closed on July 4th.
The best viewing area will be Fred Howard Park at 1700 Sunset Drive in Tarpon Springs. The park, beach, and causeway will be open for parking to view this event. Parking is free after 6 pm but it is limited so come early and enjoy the display.
After the park is filled to capacity, the gates will be closed for safety. Please observe all of the county park rules and regulations.
July 4
Watch fireworks over Clearwater Harbor at this annual Independence Day celebration at Coachman Park.
Clearwater Celebrates America at Coachman Park on July 4th promises a patriotic extravaganza! The festivities kick off at 5 pm to enjoy local vendors and food trucks, family-friendly activities, live music and buskers throughout the park.
A silent disco party will be held at The BayCare Sound from 6 - 11 pm.
There will be a free patriotic performance by the Coachman Pops Orchestra at 7 & 8:30 pm plus exciting DJ sets at 6 & 8 pm. As the day winds down, the main event takes center stage at 9:15pm: a magnificent fireworks display, touted as the biggest in Clearwater’s history!
July 4
Due to the extensive damage sustained in the downtown area, the City of Gulfport regretfully announces the cancellation of the annual 4th of July Fireworks Show. In light of these unforeseen circumstances, the City will instead host a 4th of July Community Parade and Picnic at Tomlinson Park (1820 55th Street South) on Friday, July 4th, from 10 am - 2 pm. The Community Parade will begin promptly at 10 am at Tomlinson Park. We encourage guests to arrive early to secure a viewing spot and enjoy a festive morning celebrating community spirit.
While this year’s event will be more modest in scale, it is designed to honor the spirit of Independence Day and bring residents together in a safe and meaningful way. Those interested in participating in the parade are invited to register using the link below. City staff will follow up with staging instructions during the week of the Fourth of July.
July 4
This exciting summer event is filled with fun activities for all, including the St. Pete Pier Run, Uncle Sam’s Market, a craft beer garden, family fun zone, food trucks, roaming entertainers, and live music on the Visit St. Pete Clearwater Main Stage. The spectacular Fourth of July fireworks show is sponsored by the City of St. Petersburg and is visible from the entire downtown waterfront, illuminating the sky with dazzling colors.
July 4
Celebrate America during Hometown USA in Dunedin to enjoy a live band, movie, games, face painting and fireworks at TD Ballpark. The band will play in the 3rd base concourse area; seating limited. Grand Stand seating will be open to watch the movie and the fireworks show; no field access. Presented by Dunedin Parks & Recreation. This event is FREE to attend. Concessions will be available. Free limited parking available at TD Ballpark, Dunedin Library, and Hale Senior Activity Center.
July 4
Gather up the family, grab your blankets & chairs and join us for live music with the best fireworks display this independence day.
Food and beverage vendors will be on-site. No alcohol, dogs, pop-up tents (during fireworks), boom boxes, personal fireworks (including sparklers) permitted. Vendors will be on site before the fireworks go off!
Limited on-site parking will be available for $10, only credit cards accepted. Parking available off-site at Largo Middle School (Free) and Largo High School ($5).
July 4
Bring the whole family out for a great Independence Day Celebration at the Waterfront Park in Safety Harbor, featuring a dazzling fireworks display!
There will be children’s activities, live entertainment, food vendors, and plenty of fun for the whole family. Stick around after the parade for a Patriotic Ceremony at the Gazebo at approximately 11:30 am.
After the parade, head over to the Safety Harbor Waterfront Park for an Independence Day Celebration featuring food trucks, kids activities and a firework show at 9 pm.
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