JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Fourth of July is here, and there are plenty of celebrations happening all around the First Coast.
Of course, the celebration wouldn't be complete without a healthy dose of fireworks!
Here are the best places to catch the fireworks this year.
Fireworks Over the Matanzas - The City of St. Augustine’s annual Independence Day celebration, returns Monday, July 4, starting at 6 p.m. with The All-Star Orchestra performing a two-hour concert in The Plaza de la Constitución. Fireworks will reach high over Matanzas Bay starting at 9:30pm. The 20-minute display is tightly choreographed to a stirring soundtrack of great popular and patriotic music delivered over an extensive sound system transforming the entire Bayfront between the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and the Bridge of Lions into a theatre of sight and sound
City of Jacksonville firework displays - The City of Jacksonville is offering a spectacular fireworks display on Monday, July 4, 2022. Fireworks will be launched at 9:45 p.m. from the following locations throughout the city:
- Downtown Jacksonville
- FSCJ North Campus
- The Avenues Mall
- Trinity Baptist Church
- Ed Austin Regional Park
The Downtown Jacksonville location will include a concert presented by Miller Electric Company, family fun zone, food trucks and bars at Riverfront Plaza beginning at 5 p.m.
Museum of Science & History (MOSH) - MOSH is celebrating the Fourth of July in style. The Museum will be open for a special celebration of festivities and fireworks from 8 - 10 p.m. Guests will enjoy rooftop games and the gorgeous scenery of Downtown Jacksonville, with live music performed by local artist Erica Reese. Each ticket includes light appetizers, dessert and two drink tickets (alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available), served on the rooftop. Tickets are limited, so make your plans to join MOSH for this special celebration.
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp Cookout and Fireworks - The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp are hosting a special Independence Day cookout for fans on Monday, July 4 when they welcome in the Norfolk Tides. Fans will have a special opportunity to experience a picnic area at 121 Financial Ballpark. Following the game, there will also be a spectacular Independence Day fireworks show, presented by Nimnicht Family of Dealerships. Space will be limited. To be a part of this special experience, please click here and the password is America 22 (space included in between America and 22).
Jacksonville Beach - Fireworks are planned for 9 p.m. on the 4th at the Jax Beach Pier. The pier parking lot will be closed for the festivities, so plan to park elsewhere.
Starke to Hold Inaugural Starke Splash Bash – The City of Starke, along with the Bradford County School District and the Funtastic Fire Brigade’s Michael Heeder have partnered to host the inaugural Starke Splash Bash on Sunday, July 3rd from 5-9 PM at Bradford High School. The event serves as the Starke’s first major Independence Day celebration in two decades, and will feature north Florida’s largest temporary water park, with several large water slides, a kids splash zone, and other water activities. Other festivities include a golf cart parade at 4 PM, police K9 demonstrations, a car cruise-in, and a fireworks show at 9 PM.
St. Marys - The Kiwanis Club of St. Marys Independence Day Festival celebration offers hometown charm plus a parade and fireworks over the St. Marys River. Other activities include a 5K and 10K Run, arts & crafts vendors, and entertainment throughout the day at the St. Marys Waterfront Park. The days highlight will be the Firework Display over the St. Marys River in Downtown St. Marys.
City of Fernandina Beach - 4th of July Hometown Celebration, Marina Parking Lot B from 4 pm - 10 pm. Light Up Amelia together with the City of Fernandina Beach and Florida Public Utilities presents the Hometown 4th of July Fireworks! This year will feature a DJ with amplified music, food trucks, and commercial vendors. Fireworks will launch at 9:00pm. This is a family-friendly event, free to the public.
Orange Park - Make plans to attend the American Pride 4th of July brought to you by Moosehaven and the Town of Orange Park! The event will be held on Monday, July 4, 2022. The event starts at 6:00pm and features live music, food truck vendors and a spectacular fireworks display over the St Johns River at dusk. Moosehaven handles all of the organizing for this event. For more information, visit Moosehave.org or call (904) 278-1200.
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