The Fourth of July falls on a Friday this year, giving Floridians a long weekend to enjoy cookouts, beach trips, and fireworks. Across Tampa Bay, celebrations are set to take over the waterfront with shows and events for all ages.
Here’s where you can watch fireworks around Tampa Bay on Friday, July 4, 2025:
Tampa
- Boom by the Bay
- City-wide celebration along the Hillsborough River
- Includes The Heights District Fourth of July Celebration, Star Spangled Sparkman Wharf, and Friends of the Tampa Riverwalk July 4th Boat Parade
- The Heights District Fourth of July Celebration at Armature Works
- 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- $25 per person
- Riverfront concert, fireworks display, hot dog eating competition, kids’ zone
- Friends of the Riverwalk Boat Parade starts at 5:30 p.m.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
- “Wild Skies: The Summer Nights” Drone Show
- Extended patriotic fireworks finale
- Shows run July 4 through July 6
- Viewing near Festival Field
Sarasota
- July 4th Bayfront Fireworks Spectacular
- Free fireworks show from 9 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Popular viewing spots: Island Park, Bayfront Park, downtown Sarasota rooftops, Ringling Bridge
Clearwater
- Clearwater Celebrates America
- 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Silent disco party
- Free patriotic orchestra performance
- Fireworks show at 9:15 p.m.
St. Petersburg
- The Fourth at St. Pete Pier
- 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Annual St. Pete Pier Run
- Craft beer garden, food trucks, live music
- Fireworks show at 9 p.m.
Floridians planning to shoot off their own fireworks should check local laws, as restrictions vary by county and city. Organizers recommend arriving early to public events to secure the best viewing spots.
