4th of July Celebrations Light Up Bay County, Florida

Time: 8:45 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Location: Grand Lagoon, Treasure Island Marina, 3605 Thomas Drive, Panama City Beach

Details: The Grand Lagoon will come alive with the Freedom Rocks Fireworks Show, launching from the middle of the lagoon near the marinas. Visitors can enjoy the display from the lawn at Treasure Island Marina, where free parking is available at Capt. Anderson’s Marina, Treasure Island Marina, and Pirate’s Cove Marinas. For an enhanced experience, tune into one of four Magic Broadcasting stations (100.1 FM, 101.1 FM, 105.9 FM, or 97.7 FM) for a choreographed music simulcast. Arrive early to dine at participating waterfront restaurants and soak in stunning sunset views over the Grand Lagoon Bridge.

Time: 9:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Location: Russell-Fields City Pier, 16201 Front Beach Road, and M.B. Miller County Pier, 12213 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach

Details: The Star Spangled Spectacular is the highlight of Panama City Beach’s Real. Fun. Fourth. celebration, featuring the Gulf Coast’s largest fireworks display with dueling shows launched from both the Russell-Fields and M.B. Miller County Piers. Guests are encouraged to bring beach chairs and arrive early to secure prime viewing spots along the beach or at nearby resorts and waterfront restaurants. A choreographed music simulcast will be broadcast on Island 105.9 FM and Wild Willie 100.1 FM, enhancing the patriotic experience.

Time: 8:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Location: Boardwalk Beach Resort & Convention Center, 9600 South Thomas Drive, Panama City Beach

Details: The festivities continue with the Light Up the Gulf Fireworks Display, the beach’s largest private fireworks show, held behind the Boardwalk Beach Resort. The Annual Beach Bash includes free live entertainment, contests, and children’s activities, making it a family-friendly event. Visitors can enjoy the show from the beach or nearby vantage points.

Time: July 4, 4:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Location: Panama City Marina, 1 Harrison Avenue, Downtown Panama City

Details: The July 4th Salute to Freedom Festival returns to historic Downtown Panama City, offering an afternoon of patriotic fun along the shores of St. Andrews Bay. This free, family-friendly event features live entertainment on the main stage, including performances by Sons of Saints at 5:00 p.m. and Last Left at 6:30 p.m. The Family Fun Zone will delight children with face painting, themed crafts, and other activities, while food trucks and refreshment booths serve up summertime favorites. The evening culminates in a spectacular fireworks display at 9:00 p.m., best viewed from the Panama City Marina or the Destination Panama City Visitors Center lawn. For a premium experience, VIP options include the Red, White, & Boil package at Harrison’s Kitchen & Bar or the Fireworks on 5 event at Steam on 5 atop Hotel Indigo.

Time: July 4, 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Locations:

• America: Stars & Stripes Parade: Begins at 9th Street and Highway 77, ending at 11th Street

• Daytime Activities: Sharon Sheffield Park

• Let Freedom Ring Finale: A.L. Kinsaul Park

Details: The day kicks off at 8:00 a.m. with the America: Stars & Stripes Parade opening ceremony at 9th Street and Highway 77. Starting at 9:00 a.m., over 60 creatively decorated floats will travel down Highway 77, with prime viewing along 5th Street from 8:45 a.m. Simultaneously, Sharon Sheffield Park becomes a festive hub with axe throwing, carnival rides, a mechanical bull, stilt walkers, balloon artists, face painting, vendor booths, food trucks, and games. The evening shifts to A.L. Kinsaul Park for the Let Freedom Ring Finale, featuring live music by The Gr8ful Dads at 6:00 p.m. and a headline performance by award-winning country star Jamie O’Neal at 7:00 p.m. Additional attractions include yard games, vendor booths, food trucks, free glitter tattoos, and photos from the Gypsy Belle Photo Bus. The night concludes with a 25-minute fireworks show at 9:00 p.m., lighting up the sky over Lynn Haven.

• Time: July 4, 7:00 a.m.
• Location: Under the Palms Park, Mexico Beach
• Details: Kick off the day with the Sandy Shoes 5K Fun Run, a community event at Under the Palms Park. This family-friendly run welcomes participants of all ages to enjoy a scenic course along Mexico Beach, celebrating fitness and patriotism.

• Time: July 4, 8:30 p.m.
• Location: Visible from any vantage point on Mexico Beach, presented by Mexico Beach Special Events
• Details: The evening culminates with a dazzling fireworks display at 8:30 p.m., visible from any spot along the beach. Hosted by Mexico Beach Special Events, this show promises a stunning celebration of Independence Day against the backdrop of the Gulf.

Time: July 4, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Location: City of Callaway (specific venue TBD)

Details: The City of Callaway hosts a midday Independence Day event filled with community spirit. Highlights include a Tyndall AFB Flyover at 10:15 a.m., musical entertainment by the Don Audette-Rod Stewart Tribute Band, free hot dogs and drinks, a bounce house, a water slide, and corn hole games. This family-friendly gathering offers a relaxed way to celebrate the 4th of July with neighbors and friends.