Tampa is going ALL out for America's 250th birthday, and we have a feeling this one is going to be legendary. The City of Tampa is throwing one of the largest Fourth of July celebrations, Liberty by the Bay at Julian B. Lane Park, and it's completely free. From live music, food trucks, and a beer garden, to a Patriotic Pet Show, a water ski show on the Hillsborough River, and a Kids Liberty Procession. Plus, a jaw-dropping 250-drone light show followed by a fireworks display over the water. It doesn't get more Tampa Bay than this!
What to Expect
- Kids Zone with family-friendly activities
- Food trucks and local vendors
- Beer garden
- Live music and DJ entertainment
- Patriotic Pet Show (hosted by Humane Society of Tampa Bay)
- Water ski show on the Hillsborough River
- Kids Liberty Procession (hosted by Glazer Children's Museum)
- 250-drone light show
- Fireworks finale
Full Event Schedule
- 4:00pm – 8:30pm — Kids Zone, Food Trucks & Beer Garden open
- 4:00pm – 4:30pm — DJ
- 4:30pm – 5:15pm — Live band performance
- 5:15pm – 5:45pm — Patriotic Pet Show
- 5:30pm – 6:15pm — Live band performance
- 6:15pm – 7:00pm — Water ski show & DJ
- 6:45pm – 7:15pm — Kids Liberty Procession
- 7:00pm – 7:45pm — Live band performance
- 7:45pm – 8:00pm — DJ
- 8:00pm – 8:45pm — Live band performance
- 8:45pm – 9:00pm — Closing remarks, National Anthem & Mayor's Proclamation
- 9:00pm – 9:30pm — 250-drone light show + fireworks finale
Additional Riverwalk Activities
The fun doesn't stop at Julian B. Lane — the celebration extends along the entire Tampa Riverwalk! Catch the Friends of the Riverwalk Patriotic Boat Parade, plus additional fireworks displays at Armature Works and Jackson's Bistro, Bar & Sushi.
Stay Connected
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