Celebrate The 4th Of July on 30A
4th OF JULY EVENTS ON 30A
GRAYTON BEACH
June 27 | 11 AM | Rags to Riches Regatta
One of South Walton's signature summer events returns as colorful Hobie Cats race from Grayton Beach to Seagrove Beach and back. Established in 1981, the Rags to Riches Regatta has become a beloved tradition that showcases the fun and spirit of life along the Emerald Coast.
Arrive early, enjoy the atmosphere and cheer on competitors as they take to the Gulf waters.
July 4 | 8:30 AM | Grayton Beach 4th of July Parade
If there's one event that captures the fun-loving spirit of Grayton Beach, it's the annual 4th of July Parade. Locals and visitors alike decorate everything from golf carts and jeeps to bikes and scooters before cruising through town in one of 30A's most unique Independence Day traditions.
Lineup begins at 8 AM on Holtz Avenue next to The Red Bar, with the parade kicking off at 8:30 AM. No registration is required, everyone is welcome and creativity is highly encouraged. Afterward, stick around for complimentary watermelon and lemonade at select locations around town.
WATERCOLOR
July 3 | 10 AM | Independence Day Parade & Celebration
Kick off your holiday weekend at WaterColor's annual Independence Day Bike Parade & Celebration. Families can decorate their bikes in patriotic style before parading through the neighborhood and gathering at Marina Park for an afternoon of festive fun.
The celebration features live music, face painting, crafts, inflatables and shaved ice available for purchase. Bike decorating begins at 10 AM in Cerulean Park, with the parade rolling out at 10:15 AM and festivities continuing in Marina Park through 2 PM.
SEASIDE
July 4 | 9 AM | Independence Day Block Party Begins
9 AM – National Anthem
9 AM – The REP Performance at the Post Office
10 AM – Emerald Coast Theatre Company Musical
11 AM – Bike Decorating Contest
11:30 AM – Hot Dog Eating Contest at the Amphitheater Stage
July 4 | 7 PM | Sinfonia Gulf Coast Patriotic Pops Concert
Live music at the Amphitheater to kick off the evening festivities.
July 4 | 8:30 PM | Fireworks Over the Gulf
Seaside's annual fireworks spectacular lights up the shoreline and closes out one of the biggest Independence Day celebrations on 30A.
ALYS BEACH
July 4 | 9 AM | Donut Eating Contest
Head to the Amphitheatre for one of Alys Beach's sweetest traditions. Sponsored by Charlie's Delights, this festive competition features children's, youth and adult divisions, making it fun for participants and spectators alike.
July 4 | 7 PM | Concert & Fireworks Show
Enjoy an evening of live music from Five Star Funk Lounge in the Amphitheatre, plus tasty food and refreshing drinks available for purchase from Alys Beach merchants. The celebration wraps up with a spectacular fireworks display over the Gulf at 9 PM, lighting up the night sky just south of the Amphitheatre.
ROSEMARY BEACH
July 2 | 7:30 AM | Bike Decorating Contest & Breakfast
Start the day in North Barrett Square with patriotic bike decorating and breakfast before the festivities begin.
July 2 | 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Bike Parade & Block Party
Head to the Western Green for family-friendly fun, including Kona Ice, face painting, airbrush tattoos, balloon art, cotton candy and more.
July 2 | 7 PM | Live Concert
Enjoy an evening performance by the Will Thompson Band on the Western Green.
July 2 | 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Bike Parade & Block Party
Cap off the celebration with a spectacular fireworks show over Rosemary Beach.
DESTIN
July 2 | 6 PM | America Salutes: A Musical Celebration of 250 Years of Freedom
Watch the sky light up over Grand Lagoon during this annual fireworks display. Tune into the synchronized music broadcast and enjoy the show from waterfront restaurants, marinas or nearby viewing areas around the lagoon.
July 3 | 5 PM | Star-Spangled Food Truck Festival
Head to Destin Commons for an evening of food trucks, live music, family activities and one of the largest fireworks shows on the Emerald Coast. Fireworks begin at 9 PM.
July 4 | 6 PM | Red, White & Baytowne
The Village of Baytowne Wharf's annual Independence Day celebration features live music, face painting, balloon artists, kids' activities and a fireworks display over the lagoon at 9:15 PM.
July 4 | 5 PM | Fourth of July on the Harbor
Celebrate America's 250th birthday at HarborWalk Village with live entertainment, a patriotic ceremony, a vintage plane flyover and the City of Destin's spectacular fireworks show at 9 PM over Destin Harbor.
PANAMA CITY BEACH
July 3 | 8:45 PM | Freedom Rocks Fireworks Show
Watch the sky light up over Grand Lagoon during this annual fireworks display. Tune into the synchronized music broadcast and enjoy the show from waterfront restaurants, marinas or nearby viewing areas around the lagoon.
July 4 | 9 PM | Star-Spangled Spectacular
Celebrate Independence Day with Panama City Beach's signature fireworks event. Fireworks launch simultaneously from the Russell-Fields City Pier and M.B. Miller County Pier, creating a spectacular display visible from miles of shoreline.