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Best Fireworks in Tampa Bay | 4th of July 2016

The 4th of July is a day of fun, friends and fireworks. Tampa Bay just so happens to have the most beautiful beaches and sprawling shores which are the perfect venues for an explosive, exciting time.

Celebrate 'Murica with a fireworks presentation our forefathers would be proud of! Here are the best places to celebrate this great country and catch fireworks here in Tampa Bay.

4th of July Fireworks Event at The Florida Aquarium

See dazzling displays in the sky and sea this July 4th at The Florida Aquarium! There will be fun, family-friendly entertainment and all- American themed dinner options. We invite you to bring the entire family to soak up the fun at The Splash Pad and have a blast! Fireworks will take place at 9pm. Aquarium hours are extended to 9:30pm.

-The Florida Aquarium - Channelside

701 Channelside Drive
Tampa, FL 33602
813-273-4000
flaquarium.com
  • Open: 9:30am
  • Fireworks: 9pm

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Rays Street Team Celebration 4th Of July Fireworks

The fireworks display is visible all along the St. Petersburg waterfront with prime viewing from Vinoy, Albert Whitted, North Straub, Spa Beach and South Straub Parks, which are all on Bayshore Drive. Kick off the celebration with the Tampa Bay Rays street team and Raymond in North Straub Park from 6 to 9 p.m.

-St. Petersburg

350 Bay Shore Dr. NE.
St Petersburg, FL 33701
(727)-893-7441
events.stpete.org
  • Fireworks: Between 8:30p-10pm

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Clearwater Celebrates America

The community is invited to attend this free event and enjoy items and food from local vendors, as well as family-friendly games and activities.

-Coachman Park, Clearwater

301 Drew St.
Clearwater, FL
(727) 562-4700
myclearwater.com
  • Starts: 4pm
  • Fireworks: 9:30pm

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Sparklebration

Lots of Eating Contests, Skydivers, Kids Bounce Houses & Jumpers, Pony Rides & Petting Zoo, Games, & an AMAZING Fireworks Display...fun to be had by all!

-Pasco County Fairgrounds

Pasco Country Fairgrounds
36772 S.R. 52
Dade City, 36772
www.pascocountyfair.com 
  • Fun starts: 4pm
  • Fireworks: 9:15pm

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Largo 4th Of July Celebration

It's an old-fashioned Independence Day party in the park! Head to Largo Central Park where family-friendly fun will begin at 6 p.m. Enjoy great food, live entertainment and activities for all ages.

-Largo Central Park

101 Central Park Dr.
Largo, FL 33771
www.largo.com

  • Starts: 6:00pm
  • Fireworks: 9:15pm

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Plant City July 4th Celebration

Live music, a 50/50 cash drawing, food vendors, activities for the kids and more. Cap it all off with Grand Finale Fireworks.

-Plant City Stadium

Plant City Stadium
1810 East Park Road
Plant City, 33566
plantcitygov.com
  • Starts: 6pm
  • Fireworks : 9:15pm

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Happy Birthday America!!

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