It can be such a drag every year to search for "where to watch fireworks near me" for July 4th and not have a game plan. If you're anything like me, you want to know in advance where you're going for fireworks and exactly what to expect in terms of cost, parking, etc. That's why we've curated a list of some of the best Fourth of July Fireworks in Florida for 2024. While Florida has a ton of Independence Day celebrations worth indulging in, we've created a list of the best of the best so that you can start making your plans today.

Gainesville

Join the fun on Wednesday, July 3, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the University of Florida Bandshell at Flavet Field, located at 605 Woodlawn Dr., Gainesville, FL 32603. Bring a chair or spread out a blanket and immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere while enjoying tons of delicious options from multiple food trucks on site. The highlight of the evening, a spectacular fireworks display, will begin at approximately 9:40 p.m.

St. Augustine

Celebrate America's birthday on Thursday, July 4, 2024, at St. Augustine's "Fireworks Over the Matanzas" from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. in the Plaza de la Constitución. Enjoy a two-hour live concert by the All-Star Orchestra, starting at 6:00 p.m., followed by a spectacular fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. over the historic bayfront and Castillo de San Marcos. This event features 5,000 fireworks shells, making it one of the East Coast's best displays.

Daytona Beach

Join the Star Spangled Summer Concert Series featuring Alter Eagles: A Tribute to The Eagles on July 4, 2024, at the Daytona Beach Bandshell, located at 70 Boardwalk Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL 32118. Presented by Friends of the Bandshell, this free concert begins at 7:15 PM. Enjoy the historic Coquina Amphitheater's sights and sounds, rent a chair, grab a drink, and take in the show. The evening includes a free Daytona Beach fireworks display at 9:45 PM. VIP tickets are available for $15.

Lakeland

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Enjoy Red, White + Kaboom in Lakeland on July 3, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. at Lake Mirror in Downtown Lakeland. The T.Mims Corp. hosts this 4th of July celebration featuring live music at the Frances Langford Promenade, and a breathtaking fireworks display at 9 p.m. Don't miss Lakeland's premier Independence Day event!

Clearwater Beach

Celebrate Independence Day at Coachman Park in Clearwater Harbor with festivities starting at 5 p.m. Enjoy local vendors, food trucks, family-friendly activities, live music, and buskers throughout the park. The BayCare Sound Symphony offers a free patriotic performance with first-come, first-served seating. At 9:30 p.m., a spectacular fireworks display will light up the sky, followed by an immersive silent disco party on the Coachman Park Promenade Pier until 11 p.m.

Coral Gables

The City of Coral Gables and The Biltmore Hotel invite the community to the Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration on Thursday, July 4, at the historic Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Avenue. The golf course grounds open at 5 p.m. with a pre-show concert by Navy Band Southeast, followed by a concert featuring the Greater Miami Symphonic Band and Navy Band Southeast at 7 p.m. At 9 p.m., enjoy the famous fireworks show celebrating our Nation’s Independence Day.

Boca Raton

Since 1958, Boca Raton's Fourth of July fireworks display has evolved from its beginnings at Memorial Park to its current location at Countess de Hoernle Park. The Fabulous Fourth celebration has grown over 65 years into a vibrant community event. Enjoy live music, food trucks, and vendors, with activities throughout the day, culminating in a spectacular fireworks show at 9:10 p.m. This annual tradition continues this year on July 4th, 2024.

Altamonte Springs

Come rain or shine, Red Hot & Boom returns to Altamonte Springs to celebrate the Fourth of July. Anticipating over 150,000 attendees, the event takes place on Wednesday, July 3, at Cranes Roost Park. Alongside a spectacular 25-minute fireworks display at 9:30 p.m., enjoy live music from five bands, including Blue Stone Circle, No Lonely Hearts, Relic, Voodoo Moonshine, and The Intracoastals. The festivities kick off at 5 p.m., promising a lively buildup to the nighttime sky ablaze with over 14,000 fireworks.

Winter Haven

Join the annual Rockin’ Freedom Fest on July 3, 2024, starting at 6:00 p.m. Enjoy live music, delicious food from food trucks, a thrilling water ski show by the Cypress Gardens Water Ski Team, and a spectacular fireworks display. This free event promises fun for the whole family!

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