The 4th of July is upon us and I wanted to post some local places to go to celebrate the holiday. There are many choices this year so please enjoy with friends and family as we celebrate our great nation:
1. Light Up Tampa Bay Independence Day celebration- This is Tampa's largest 4th of July celebration. They will have live music, entertainment and fireworks. Party starts at 6pm, fireworks at 8:45 pm. Located at 615 Channelside Dr., Tampa.
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| 7 AWESOME LOCAL PLACES TO GO FOR THE 4TH OF JULY - CHANNELSIDE |
2. Tarpon Springs 4th of July Fireworks - The best place to view tarpon spring's fireworks is the beach at Howard Park , but they get launched off at Sunset Beach. They should start atg 8;30 pm. Howard Park is located at 1700 Sunset Dr., Tarpon Springs.
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| 7 AWESOME LOCAL PLACES TO GO FOR THE 4TH OF JULY - HOWARD PARK |
3. Clearwater Celebrates America at Coachman Park - This free celebration has music, food, and local vendors, also with family friendly activities. fireworks are at 9:30 pm. Located at 601 Coachman Rd., Clearwater.
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| 7 AWESOME LOCAL PLACES TO GO FOR THE 4TH OF JULY - CLEARWATER COACHMAN PARK |
4. Safety Harbor 4th of July Celebration - They start their celebration off with a parade at noon. Then they have children's activities, live entertainment and food vendors. The fun starts at 5 pm, the fireworks at 9 pm. Located at Waterfront park, Safety Harbor.
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| 7 AWESOME LOCAL PLACES TO GO FOR THE 4TH OF JULY - SAFETY HARBOR |
5. Sparklebration at Pasco County Fairgrounds - This one isn't free, $5 admission and $5 parking. They will have many activities like a bounce house, watermelon and hot dog eating contest, pony rides, petting zoo and more. Gates open at 4 pm, fireworks at 9"15 pm. It is located at 36722 St. Rd. 52, Dade City.
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| 7 AWESOME LOCAL PLACES TO GO FOR THE 4TH OF JULY - PASCO CO SPARKLEBRATION |
6. Family Funfest and Fireworks at SS American Victory Steamship Museum - This is one of the best places to watch the fireworks at channelside. I have been here many times. You can explore the which is very interesting. It is one of the only fully operational WW11 ships in the country. They will have music, food, and games. The doors open at 6:30 pm. and it costs $7-13. Located at 705 Channelside Dr., Tampa.
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| 7 AWESOME LOCAL PLACES TO GO FOR THE 4TH OF JULY - FAMILY FUNFEST |
7. 2017 Kiafest Main St. Blast - New Port richey's 18th annual fest runs from June 30th to July 1st. It will have music, games and a beer garden. fireworks will be 8:30 pm on July 1st. This free event is located at Sims Park, on the corner of Grand Blvd, and Bank St., New port Richey.
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| 7 AWESOME LOCAL PLACES TO GO FOR THE 4TH OF JULY - KIAFEST |
Everyone have a safe and happy 4th of July! Don't forget the sunscreen!
It sounds like you have some amazing things going on close to home for the 4th of July, I hope whatever you decided to do you have a great time.
ReplyDeleteI wish I lived closer because these look amazing! I am not even sure if we are having fireworks in our town :(
ReplyDeleteMy family is having a little cookout. Then we will head to the next town over for fireworks at dusk.
ReplyDeleteWe don't celebrate 4th of July in the UK but I was in the US once during the day and the celebrations were amazing! I could go to Tarpon Springs! xx corinne
ReplyDeleteOur family absolutely loves the Fourth of July it's so much fun to watch fireworks ! I'm glad you put this list together because it makes planning so much easier!
ReplyDeleteWe always seem to struggle to find good activities and fireworks shows to go to on the 4th of July. This list really helped us find something great to do this year!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great list of things to do for 4th of July!1 I will have to check oen of them out:)
ReplyDeleteThese places look like fun! I think we'll just be staying home for the 4th. The neighbors always buy fireworks, so we'll have our own show.
ReplyDeleteOh one of these days I will make it to the US to see at least one of those celebrations. Much love from the Uk. <3
ReplyDeleteThe 4th of July is so much about family, being together and remembering those who sacrificed to get us here.
ReplyDeleteAll these places sound like fun. We will be at the beach, but not in Florida. Happy 4th!
ReplyDeleteWhat amazing locations to celebrate Independence Day! Thanks for sharing some of your all-time favorites. Many good wishes are sent your way for a fantastic 4th of July celebration. Enjoy the fireworks! :-)
ReplyDeleteI hope you have a fantastic celebration day! We'll be in Spain on the 4th! :D
ReplyDeleteIt's so cool that you took the time to write about free locations for the 4th! Not everything has to be expensive to be awesome right?
ReplyDeleteI would love to go to a fairground for the fourth of july! I think that would be such a fun trip to take with your family or your friends. My Fourth is always really boring, I just stay home haha.
ReplyDeleteAll these seems beautiful place to enjoy this celebration! I'm sure you'll have lot of fun!
ReplyDeleteI've never thought about traveling to see a fireworks display on the 4th of July. Your post may have changed my mind. Especially Tampa .. it's truly one of my favorite destinations. I don't think it would too hard to convince my husband to combine a beach trip with some awesome fireworks! x
ReplyDeleteThese events sound great for 4th of July. I have you will have lots of fun with your family. Thanks for sharing.
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More artistic fireworks with free performances! What do you plans for this 4th of July?
ReplyDeleteSounds like some great places to celebrate 4th of July! Wishing all Happy 4th of July!
ReplyDeleteHope you had a blast going to all those fun events in Tampa! Happy Independence Day to you too.
ReplyDeleteI don't live in Florida but I loved Tarpon Springs, and the greek community! Will have to head down there again one year for that.
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