There’s nothing like watching 4th of July fireworks from a boat. From Tampa to Naples, some of our favorite celebrations are back, so check out our list of boat-friendly fireworks displays happening all down our coast!

Bonita Springs


For boats that can navigate the Imperial River, Star Spangled Bonita in Riverside Park includes sunset fireworks.

Bradenton


Fireworks kick off after dark over the Manatee River near the Green Bridge downtown.

Cape Coral


City of Cape Coral Red White & Boom fireworks start at 9:30pm and will be visible from the Caloosahatchee River.

Englewood


The fireworks begin around 9pm over Blind Pass Beach and can be seen from anywhere along the Lemon Bay Intracoastal Waterway.

Fort Myers


Freedom Fest in downtown Fort Myers will launch fireworks after sunset from Lofton Island that can be viewed from the Caloosahatchee River.

Fort Myers Beach


Times Square fireworks begin at 9pm and will be visible from Matanzas Bay and the Gulf on the north end of the island.

Naples


The City of Naples show begins at 9pm with fireworks launching from a barge just north of the Naples Pier.

Punta Gorda


Freedom Fest at Laishley Park culminates with a firework display over the Peace River beginning at 9pm on July 3rd. 

Sarasota


Fireworks begin over Sarasota Bay around 9pm, so anchor in the bay for best vantage point.

Siesta Key


If you’re heading in via the Gulf or ICW, find a spot near Crescent Beach for the fireworks display scheduled to begin around 9pm.

St. Petersburg


The 9pm fireworks display at the St. Pete Pier will be visible from the entire Downtown waterfront.

Tampa


Boom by the Bay will feature six simultaneous fireworks displays around the bay.

Venice


The fireworks begin shortly after 9pm from the South Jetty and can be seen from the Gulf as well as the Intracoastal Waterway.

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