Enjoy one of the many Independence Day and fireworks celebrations around 30A and the South Walton area! Check out the list of family-friendly events below.
July 3rd
Destin Commons Star-Spangled Food Truck Festival & Fireworks Show
Celebrate Independence Day at the Star-Spangled Food Truck Festival on July 3rd. Starting at 5 p.m., twenty-five food trucks will line the streets of Destin Commons where you can indulge in scrumptious Thai food, mouth-watering grilled cheese and everything in between. Enjoy live music from Duchess and Tobacco Road Band and top off the evening with the grandest fireworks display on the coast. Location: 4100 Legendary Drive, Destin. Visit www.DestinCommons.com.
July 4th
Grayton Beach 4th of July Parade
Come join in the fun for the annual July 4th parade in the wonderful and funky town of Grayton Beach. Line up on Holtz Ave next to The Red Bar starts at 8:00 a.m. with the parade starting at 8:30 a.m. Decorate your cars, jeeps, boats, bikes, scooters, etc. No registration is needed and everyone is welcome! Parking is available at AJ’s. Location: The Red Bar, 70 Hotz Ave, Grayton Beach. Visit www.theredbar.com.
Red, White & Baytowne
Celebrate Independence Day at the Village of Baytowne Wharf, July 4, 7-9:15 p.m. After a day of fun in the sun, come out for an evening that lights up the sky. Join Baytowne Village merchants for a spectacular free 4th of July Red, White and Baytowne 2023 celebration with live music on the Events Plaza Stage from 7-9:15 p.m., followed by a patriotic fireworks display at 9:15 p.m. The kids will love activities, including kids’ crafts, face painting and balloon sculpting, too. Located at 9300 Baytowne Wharf Blvd, Miramar Beach. Visit www.baytownewharf.com.
Seaside Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks Spectacular
Seaside’s Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks Spectacular will take place Tuesday, July 4th in the Seaside Amphitheater. A favorite among locals and visitors alike – the day is filled with patriotic spirit, music, and fun! The Block Party begins at 9 a.m. featuring face painters, Uncle Sam Stilt Walker, caricaturists, balloon twisters, a juggler & ventriloquist. Enjoy live music by a roaming brass band throughout the day followed by a Sinfonia Gulf Coast Pops Concert at 6:30 p.m. At 8:30 p.m., a spectacular fireworks show takes place over the Gulf.
Seaside’s Schedule of Events:
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Block Party (Central Square)
9 a.m.: Performance by The REP (In Front of Sundog Books)
10 a.m.: Huck & Lilly Kids Music Concert (Amphitheater Stage)
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.: Roaming Brass Band
11:30 a.m.: Wild Bill’s Hot Dog Eating Contest (Amphitheater Stage)
6:30 p.m.: Sinfonia Gulf Coast Pop Concert (Amphitheater Stage)
8:30 p.m.: Fireworks On The Gulf
Location: Seaside Amphitheater, 25 Central Square, Seaside. Visit seasidefl.com.
Alys Beach 4th of July Concert & Fireworks
Tuesday, July 4, 6:00 p.m. Celebrate Independence Day in Alys Beach! The Bay Kings Band will be performing from 6-9 p.m. in the Amphitheatre with fireworks to follow, weather permitting. Grab a spot on the green with your blanket or low-back chairs. Food and beverage available. Free and open to the public. Location: Scenic Hwy 30A, Alys Beach. Visit www.AlysBeach.com.
