Legendary 4th of July Fireworks in Pensacola

Fireworks in Pensacola

Attending a 4th of July fireworks display in Pensacola is a staple for many Independence Day celebrations. Several fireworks displays occur throughout the Pensacola area, so regardless of where you live or where to plan to celebrate, there is a  location nearby where you can experience 4th of July fireworks in Pensacola this year. 

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Pensacola's 4th of July Fireworks

Pensacola’s 4th of July Firework display at William Bartram Memorial Park is hosted by the Greater Pensacola Chamber and Pensacola Young Professional. This is one of the most popular and most attended 4th of July fireworks in Pensacola. The show begins at 9 p.m. and can be viewed from various points in downtown Pensacola or areas in Gulf Breeze on Pensacola Bay. Synchronized music will play in areas around downtown Pensacola, but you can also tune in to the Cat Country 98.7 radio station to hear the simulcast.

Location: William Bartram Memorial Park 211 Bayfront Pkwy, Pensacola, FL 32502

Time: 9 p.m.

Symphony Sparks & Stars Concert before Fireworks in Pensacola

If you are planning on viewing Pensacola’s 4th of July Fireworks from downtown Pensacola, you can arrive early for the Symphony Sparks & Stars concert performed by the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra at the Hunter Amphitheater behind the Blue Wahoos Stadium, brought to you by Peter Moughey, Levin Papantonio Rafferty attorney. 

The family-friendly concert starts off the evening with the United States Marine Corps presentation of colors, followed by the national anthem and the United States Navy jets screaming over the bay for a fantastic fly-over. Following the flyover, the Pensacola Symphony begins a patriotic performance, which includes the battle hymns for each branch of military service to recognize those who have served our country. Immediately following the concert is the fireworks display.

Location: Hunter Amphitheater at Community Maritime Park 301 West Main Street, Pensacola, FL 32502

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Fireworks at the Beach - Pensacola Beach

The 4th of July Fireworks display over Santa Rosa Sound is set to begin at 9 p.m. on Thursday,  July 4th. The 2024 July 4th Fireworks Show takes place sound side along the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and is sponsored by the Pensacola Beach

Chamber of Commerce, SRIA, Escambia County, Patti Marine, Inc., and Cat Country 98.7.  You can watch the show from Pensacola Beach or even areas in Gulf Breeze across the Santa Rosa Sound. Cat Country 98.7 radio station will play synchronized music to the fireworks display.  

In past years, the fireworks display at the beach and in downtown Pensacola occurred about 30 minutes apart, but this year the shows will occur simultaneously, and each will be be synchronized to music played by Cat Country 98.7. 

Location: Pensacola Beach Boardwalk 400 Quietwater Beach Rd, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561

Time: 9 p.m.

Riverfest 2024 - Milton

Riverfest is hosted by the Santa Rosa Chamber of Commerse and offers an opportunity to view a fireworks display in Milton.  

Events include the 23rd annual firecracker bike show from 9-1pm, Sam archer freedom car show from 9-2, and the great Milton duck race. Fireworks display will begin at dark. Fireworks will be visible from Jerigan’s Landing. Get the full lineup of events and locations at the Santa Rosa County Chamber of Commersce website.

Location: Riverwalk Milton South Willing Street, Milton, FL32570

Time: Fireworks will begin at dark

Navarre Beach's 4th of July Fireworks

Navarre Beach’s 4th of July Fireworks display is hosted at the Navarre Beach Fishing Pier. Bring a blanket or chair to enjoy the show, which will take place between 9 – 9:30 pm.

Location:  Navarre Beach Fishing Pier 8579 Gulf Blvd, Navarre Beach, FL 32566

Time: 9 p.m.

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