4th of July Celebration at the Landing
Come spend the 4th at the Fort Walton Landing on Brooks Street on Saturday, July 4th, 2014 from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. and enjoy food and exhibitor booths. The event will also include live music, entertainment, and children’s activities including bounce houses, inflatable slides, and face painting. The evening will conclude with a breathtaking fireworks display at approximately 8:45 p.m. For more information about this event, contact (850) 833-9575.
Schedule of Events
4:00 p.m. – Fort Walton Beach Kids Got Talent on stage
5:00 p.m. – Opening Ceremony
Master of Ceremonies – Ted Corcoran
Welcome – Mayor Mike Anderson
Invocation – Reverend Scott Thigpen
Fort Walton Beach Police Color Guard
Pledge of Allegiance – Mayor Mike Anderson
National Anthem – Reid Soria
5:30 p.m. – Reid Soria , Autism Sings
6:00 p.m. – Continuum
8:15 p.m. – Coast Chorus Men’s Quartet
8:45 p.m. – Fireworks display with musical background
9-10 p.m. – Continuum
4th of July Extravaganza On The Harbor
Saturday, July 04, 2015 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM
10 Harbor Blvd.
Destin, FL 32541
HarborWalk Village
Spirits will soar and flags will wave as July 4th festivities kick off at HarborWalk Village with live music on the main stage, fireworks over the Destin Harbor and one big American celebration on Florida’s Emerald Coast?!
Let freedom, ring, rock and roll with a charming trio, the Victory Belles? revive WWII classics in throwback tailored dresses, coiffed curls, red lipstick and vintage charm at 5:30 PM on the main stage. The patriotic salute continues with authentic American Honky Tonk by The Modern Eldorados at 7:00 PM, blending rockabilly with traditional country music, the band pays tribute to the essence of Ray Price, Webb Pierce, Hank Williams and Carl Perkins.
Grab a good seat because the celebration ends with a bang, fireworks at 9:00 PM over the Destin Harbor!
Niceville/Valparaiso 4th of July
The 2015 July 4 fireworks show in Niceville will be held on Saturday, July 4. The popular annual fireworks show over Boggy Bayou will begin at dusk.
Pre-show music begins around 8 p.m. Fireworks will be launched over Boggy Bayou from a barge anchored between Lincoln Park in Valparaiso and Lions Park in Niceville.
The colorful fireworks display is one of the largest in the area. More than a ton of fireworks are typically fired and the show always includes a spectacular finale. Patriotic music is played throughout the show.
The most popular places for public viewing of the annual fireworks show are Lincoln Park in Valparaiso, Lions Park in Niceville and the Turkey Creek area in Niceville. Parking is limited.
The annual fireworks show is funded by donations, t-shirt sales, aluminum can recycling, pork butt sales and the Fireworks Trust Fund. The annual cost is near $25,000.
The City of Valparaiso will hold its Annual 5K Run and 200M Swim Duathlon on Saturday, July 4. This year’s event also features two new competitions – a one mile Fun Run and a Paddleboard Race. The first event begins at 7 a.m.
Pre-registration is available and registration (on day-of-event) begins at 6:15 a.m. in Valparaiso’s Lincoln Park. Registration is required to participate in any and all events. Registered participants will receive a free t-shirt (excludes 1 mile Fun Run) while supplies last. The cost is $20 if paid by June 26. Otherwise, the cost is $25.
The Duathlon begins at 7 a.m. at Lincoln Park, Bayshore Drive, with a 5K run to Lewis School (near Eglin’s East Gate) and back. The racing route is mostly flat with a few hills and several curves which run along the picturesque shoreline of Boggy and Tom’s Bayous. Water stations will be provided along the race course and splits will be read at each mile. The 200 meter swim course is in Boggy Bayou and begins and ends at Lincoln Park’s beach. Assistance will be available during all phases of the Duathlon. Click here to print Registration Form.
NW Florida Heritage Museum
Take a break from the heat, bring your family and friends to the Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida this July 4th from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and take advantage of $1 admission, FREE for Museum Members and children 4 & under.
View historic exhibits including the all new “Pieces of the Past: Okaloosa’s Centennial” exhibit commemorating 100 years of Okaloosa County history, as well as Military, Native American, Pioneer, and Early Industries such as, Turpentine, Boat Building and Fishing. Play in the hands-on “Discovery Room” for children, and stroll in the “Paradise Gardens” outdoor exhibit.
There will be children’s holiday crafts and all guests will receive a free American flag or poster while supplies last.
Date/Time: Saturday, July 4, 2015 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Event: $1 Admission; FREE for Museum Members & children 4 & under
Place: Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida
115 Westview Avenue, Valparaiso, FL 32580
Contact: (850) 678-2615
11th Annual Freedom Festival
Saturday, July 04, 2015 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
103 First Street SE
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548-3943
Located off Hwy 98 in downtown FWB directly behind De’ France Indoor Flea Market and Antiques.
Join Fort Walton Beach First United Methodist Church (FWB First UMC) for its 11th Annual Freedom Festival on July 4, 2015. The festival will be held from 6-9pm on the side lawn of the church. The event is free and open to the public.
There will be food, fellowship, 2 water slides, patriotic music sung by the choir, and activities for all ages. The event will conclude by watching the Fort Walton Beach fireworks, which are fully visible from the church grounds. Festival goers are encouraged to bring bathing suits and towels for the kids and folding chairs or blankets for seating.
Mattie Kelly Arts Foundations Presents: David Seering
Thursday, July 2
MKAF 20th Annual Concerts in the Village Summer Concert Series
Popular local singer/pianist/entertainer, David Seering, presents “An American Celebration,” to close out the MKAF Concerts in the Village series.
Dugas Pavilion in the Mattie Kelly Cultural Arts Village, 4323 Commons Drive West in Destin.
$10/adult; children (under 12) are free
MattieKellyArtsFoundation.org
(850) 650-2226
Navarre Beach 4th of July
Fireworks will launch from Navarre Beach Marine Park after sunset (approx 9pm) Saturday July 4th. Fireworks will be visible from both the beach and the sound side east and west of the Navarre Beach Causeway bridge.
Celebrate the 4th of July in Beautiful Historic Downtown Milton
It’s an all day celebration of our Independence with fun activities, food and many different art & craft vendors.
EVENTS:
– 9am: 14th annual Firecracker Bike Show on South Willing Street. Registration is $10 for bikes & trikes and they will hand out awards in 18 categories at 1pm.
– 9am: Freedom Car Show on Elmira Street. Registration is FREE and awards will be handed out at 2pm.
– 11am – 5pm: Treasure Island Children’s Activity Area at the North Gazebo. Kids of all ages will have a blast with fun-filled activities.
– 5pm: Great Mill Town Duck Race.
1st place: $1500
2nd place: $750
3rd Place: $250
6:30pm: Veteran’s Salute at Veteran’s Memorial Plaza.
Dark —— FIREWORKS!!!!! Bring your lawn chair and/or blanket and get ready for another spectacular fireworks show on the banks of the Blackwater River.
If you would like more information on becoming a vendor or any general info, call 850-623-2339 or visit www.srcchamber.com
Seaside 4th of July Parade
8 a.m. along Scenic Hwy. 30A
Join your friends and neighbors for the annual July 4th Parade down Scenic Highway 30A and concluding in Seaside with even more fun.
The parade begins in Seagrove Beach and travels down 30A, ending in Seaside. After the parade, stick around for the awards presentation, face painting and fun with 30A Radio.
Call (850) 231-6107 or visit www.seasidefl.com/highlights/ to register. Parade starts at Seagrove Plaza. At 3723 Scenic Hwy. 30A.
Grayton Beach parade
8 a.m.
A traditional July 4th parade in Grayton Beach. Line up at the Red Bar starts at 8 a.m., with the parade starting at 8:30 a.m. in front of the Red Bar on Hotz. Ave.
Decorate your vehicles. No registration required. The parade will end at Grayton Coast Properties for watermelon and lemonade.
Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.baytownewharf.com or call 850-267-8117.
Alys Beach concert and fireworks
6 – 9 p.m.
Celebrate the 4th of July at Alys Beach with live music by Compozitionz followed by fireworks. Piper’s will offer food and beverage. Free and open to the pubic.
Alys Beach Amphitheatre. Somerset Street Panama City Beach, FL 32413
Pensacola Symphony and fireworks at Seaside
