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NewsSarasota MagazineJune 25, 2026Sarasota County

Fourth of July Fireworks and Events in Sarasota-Manatee

This guide lists various public celebrations, parades, and fireworks displays occurring across the Sarasota-Manatee region for the Fourth of July and the nation's 250th anniversary. Events range from free community festivals and parades to ticketed VIP experiences.

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Why It Matters

Residents can use this information to plan their holiday activities, identify free versus ticketed events, and note specific closures or parking requirements for local venues.

Key Facts

  • Nathan Benderson Circle event (July 3): Gates open 5 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m.; parking ranges from $25-$55; VIP tickets $105 adult/$65 child.
  • Downtown Sarasota fireworks: July 4 at 9 p.m. at Bayfront Park.
  • Siesta Key fireworks: July 4, 8:30-9 p.m. at Siesta Beach.
  • City of Venice fireworks: July 4 at 9 p.m.; Humphris Park and South Jetty are closed due to 2024 hurricane damage.
  • Palmetto Fourth Fest: July 4, 5-10 p.m. at 801 Riverside Drive; fireworks at 9:15 p.m.; free admission and parking.
  • North Port Fourth of July: July 4, 6 p.m. at CoolToday Park; fireworks at 9 p.m.; free admission and parking.
  • Bradenton Fourth of July: July 4, 5 p.m. at Rossi Park; free admission.
  • Bradenton Marauders game: July 4, 6:30 p.m. at LECOM Park; fireworks follow the game.
  • Sarasota County 'Spirit of 76' party: July 4, 7-10 p.m. at Selby Five Points Park; free admission.
  • Longboat Key parade: July 5, 9 a.m.; festivities follow at Bicentennial Park.
  • Venice parade: July 4, 9:30 a.m. in downtown Venice.
  • Anna Maria Island Privateers parade: July 4, 10 a.m. starting at Coquina Beach.
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens event: July 4, 5:30-9:30 p.m.; general admission $25-$35; parking $20.
  • Lakewood Ranch drone show: July 4, 9 p.m. at Waterside Place; free admission and parking.

Who's Mentioned

locationMarie Selby Botanical Gardens“Location of a ticketed Fourth of July celebration.”locationLECOM Park“Location of the Bradenton Marauders game and fireworks.”locationNathan Benderson Circle“Location of the July 3rd fireworks and family event.”locationWaterside Place“Location of the Lakewood Ranch drone show.”locationRossi Park“Location of Bradenton's Fourth of July event.”locationCoolToday Park“Location of North Port's Fourth of July fest.”locationHumphris Park“Closed due to 2024 hurricane damage.”locationBayfront Park“Location of downtown Sarasota fireworks.”locationSouth Jetty“Closed due to 2024 hurricane damage.”locationSiesta Beach“Location of the 35th annual Siesta Key fireworks.”