Fourth of July

Guide to Independence Day Celebrations Events & Things To Do on July 4th in Panama City Beach

Panama City Beach knows a thing or two about throwing parties, shin-digs and beach-bashes. When it comes time to celebrate the freedom, justice and liberty of our grand nation however, all of Bay County comes together in honor of that very foundation the United States of America was built on.

Join the community this Fourth of July as we stand united in honor, gratitude and respect of those who fought or are currently fighting to protect our land, our lives and our children's future. Remember to thank a Veteran, shake a soldiers hand or help a neighbor whose spouse is deployed -  for a little kindness goes a long way.

Honor Our Heroes

Without further ado, we present: The Mighty List of Things-To-Do on Fourth of July

Celebrate Freedom | Saturday, June 30 | Time: 5-9PM
Location: Panama City Beach Senior Center
A celebration of God and Country. Concert Freedom will be an evening of inspiring gospel and patriotic music, special guests and great Southern food! Concert event to benefit Food4Kidz.
Let Freedom Swing! | Sunday, July 1 | Time: 6:30PM
Location: Northside Baptist Church
Featuring Cloud 9 Orchestra. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets! Inflatables for the kids! FREE hamburgers, hotdogs, drinks, popcorn and snow cones! For more information visit www.northsidepc.org or call 850.785.6137
INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION | Wednesday, July 4th
Location: City of Lynn Haven, Sharon Sheffield Park, A.L. Kinsaul Park

Schedule:
7:00 AM - Pancake Breakfast at Lynn Haven Lions Club
8:00 AM - Flag Raising Ceremony at Lynn Haven City Hall with National Anthem by Harmony Shores Choir
9:00 AM -  Parade, proceeding east on Fifth Street from Montana Avenue to State 77, south on State 77, west on 11th Street to Florida Avenue.
9:00 AM - Sharon Sheffield Park hosts activities with Arts and Crafts vendors, food and entertainment for kids (inflatables, pony rides) (9AM-3PM)
10:30 AM - Fishing Rodeo at Sharon Sheffield Park
10:45 AM -   Welcome by Mayor Kelley and performance by Panama City Pipes & Drums
11:00 AM - Horseshoe Contest
11:30 AM - Yoshukai Karate Demo

1:00 PM - Watermelon Eating Contest and live music by Golden Rose.
5:00 PM - "Beauties on the Bay” Car Show Registration Opens at Kinsaul Park (end of Fifth Street)
5:30 PM - Vendors and Activities
6:30 PM - Concert by Tony Vegas (6:30-8:45PM) Intermission 7:45-8:15 PM
8:00 PM - Car Show Awards
9:00 PM - Fireworks Display 

For more information contact: 850.271.5547
BEST BLAST ON THE BEACH | Wednesday, July 4th
Location: Mexico Beach

7:00  AM - Sandy Shoe 5K Run/Walk at Under the Palms Park
11:00 AM - Free Kid's Fishing Tournament at Canal Park
8:30 PM - Fireworks Display

For more information visit www.Mexico-Beach.com or call: 888.723.2546
INDEPEN-DANCE | Wednesday, July 4th
Location: Club La Vela in Panama City Beach.

10:00 AM-5:00 PM - Daytime pool party, just chillaxin by the pool like a lounge lizard
1:00  PM- Special Guest DJ's, Go-Go dancers and poolside contests (Poolside Chillaxin: now optional)
5:00 PM - Catch the fireworks display from pool deck balconies. The party goes to 4AM (Ladies free until midnight) featuring live music by Another Hero in the rock arena plus DJ NyU in Thunderdome spinning Top 40/Dance tracks.

For more information visit www.ClubLaVela.com
DINNER DANCE AND FIREWORKS CRUISE | Wednesday, July 4th | Time: 7-10:15 PM
Location: Lady Anderson Dining Yacht, leaving from Capt. Anderson’s Marina
Watch the Panama City fireworks from the deck of the Lady Anderson and enjoy an all-you-can-eat dinner buffet of carved beef, fried shrimp, seafood, pasta and chicken with all the trimmings. Cash bar available. Dance to a variety of oldies and contemporary music by Seabreeze while on this extended cruise through St. Andrew Bay.

Tickets: Adults $70, Seniors (55+) $65, Kids (age 2-11) $35. For more information and reservations call 850. 234.3435
FAMILY FIREWORKS CRUISE | Wednesday, July 4th | Time: 8-10:00 PM
Location: The Capt. Anderson III Sightseeing Boat at Capt. Anderson’s Marina
Take a 2-hour family fun cruise on St. Andrew Bay to view the Panama City fireworks display.

Tickets: Adults $25, Kids $15. For more information and reservations call:  850. 234.3435
THE INAUGURAL FOURTH OF JULY FAMILY DAY | Wednesday, July 4th | 10 AM-NOON
Location: Eden Gardens State Park
The inaugural Fourth of July Family Day includes pirate ship building. Registration required. For more information call 850.267.8320
FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS CELEBRATION | Wednesday, July 4th | Time: 9:00 PM
Location: The Boatyard Restaurant
Fireworks show over Historic Grand Lagoon. Boatyard Chef Konrad Jochum is creating a special menu and live entertainment by Geoff McBride and Joey Shaling of Sol Shine. Complimentary valet parking.

For more information call 850.249.9273 or visit www.boatyardclub.com
SALUTE TO FREEDOM | Wednesday, July 4th
Location: Downtown Panama City Marina
A festival celebrating America's Independence. This year’s July 4th event will feature “LIVE” entertainment all day concluding with the $25,000 Fireworks display. The event will also be simulcasted on local radio stations.
STAR SPANGLED SPECTACULAR | Wednesday, July 4th
Location: City Pier/ Pier Park
Biggest Fireworks Display along the Gulf Coast plus the POPS Orchestra under the Stars and the Star Bursts! Celebrate the 4th in style! Don't miss this spectacular event as the beach celebrates Fourth of July. Fun for the whole family, so come out and join us for a day of hometown fun.

Schedule:
9:00 AM - Veterans Celebration at the Veteran's Memorial Park (adjacent to Aaron Bessant Park) Chairs will be provided for Vets and Families for the Morning Service.
7:30 PM - POPS Performance in Aaron Bessant Park. Bring your chairs, blankets and all the children.
9:00 PM - Three Fireworks Shows all along the Gulf. City Pier, County Pier and Grand Lagoon.

Three displays to choose from: Russell-Fields City Pier (by Pier Park), M.B. Miller County Pier and Grand Lagoon. Join us for the Gulf Coast's largest fireworks display!


Relax, Celebrate and Give Thanks,  Happy Fourth of July!




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