SWFL 4th of July Events 2024

CAPE CORAL:

South Cape Red, White & Snooze Pub Crawl
Date: Saturday, June 29
Time: 7-11 p.m. (Check-in from 6-7:30 p.m. at Big John Plaza near Pinch-A-Penny and Dolphin Key Resort; Late check-in until 10 p.m. at Dolphin Key Resort)
Cost: $20-30
Location: Downtown Cape Coral
Details: Ride limo buses to four designated areas and visit 11 different bars and restaurants for drink and appetizer samples. Dress in your best patriotic attire!
Check-in Locations:
Big John Plaza (1221 Cape Coral Parkway E.)
Dolphin Key Resort (1502 Miramar St, Cape Coral, under the front entry awning)
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/SouthCapeHospitalityAndEntertainmentAssociation

Red, White & Boom on Cape Coral Parkway 
Date: Thursday, July 4
Time: 5-10 p.m. (Fireworks at 9:30 p.m.)
Cost: Free
Location: Downtown Cape Coral near the Cape Coral Bridge
Entertainment: Country stars Parmalee headline the event, with more live bands to be announced.
Extras: Enjoy food, vendors, and more!
Road Closures: Cape Coral Bridge and Cape Coral Parkway from Del Prado Boulevard to the bridge will be closed from 3 a.m. Thursday to 3 a.m. Friday.
More Info: https://www.capeboom.com/home

Freedom 5K
Date: Thursday, July 4
Time: 7-10 a.m. (Registration starts at 6 a.m.)
Cost: $20-$35 (or $15 for the Kids Fun Run, ages 12 and younger)
Location: Foot of the Cape Coral Bridge, 2051 Cape Coral Parkway E., Cape Coral
Details: Participants run or walk across the Cape Coral Bridge in this annual event.
Register:http://freedom5kcc.com

Farmer Joe's 4th of July Customer Appreciation Event
Date: Thursday, July 4
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Farmer Joe’s, 1401 S.W. Pine Island Road, Cape Coral
Details: Enjoy games, free food and drinks, face painting, a DJ, vendors, shopping deals, and more!
More Info: http://farmerjoes.com

 

FORT MYERS:

Downtown Fort Myers 4th of July Celebration
Date: Thursday, July 4
Time: 8 p.m. (Fireworks at 9:45 p.m.)
Cost: Free (VIP tickets available)
Location: Caloosa Sound Amphitheater in Centennial Park, 2000 W. First St., downtown Fort Myers
Details: Venice Symphony Jazz Orchestra performs patriotic hits, followed by fireworks over the Caloosahatchee River.
More Info: http://explorefortmyers.com

4th of July Rooftop Bash at Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center
Date: Thursday, July 4
Time: 7-11 p.m.
Cost: $99 admission (includes unlimited beer and wine, food, "swag gifts" and entertainment); $1000 for VIP lounge sections seating six.
Location: Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, 2301 First St., downtown Fort Myers
More Info: http://sbdac.com/4th

July 4th Fireworks Dinner Cruise
Date: Thursday, July 4
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $100
Location: JC Cruises, 1300 Hendry St., downtown Fort Myers
Details: Cruise the Caloosahatchee River on the paddle-wheel boat The Capt. JP, includes dinner, dancing, and fireworks view.
More Info: http://jccruises.com

Hot Dogs For Heroes Block Party
Date: Thursday, July 4
Time: 4-10 p.m. (Chili-dog contest at 6 p.m.)
Cost: Free
Location: City Tavern, 2206 Bay St., downtown Fort Myers
Details: Block party with a chili-dog-eating competition, DJ, food, drinks, and a view of the fireworks.
More Info: http://mycitytavern.com

Fireworks with The Mighty Mussels
Date: Thursday, July 4 - Saturday, July 6
Time: Games start at 7:05 p.m. (Friday & Saturday), 6:05 p.m. (Sunday)
Cost: $10-$15
Location: Hammond Stadium in the Lee County Sports Complex, 14100 6 Mile Cypress Parkway, Fort Myers
Details: Fireworks after each game, Bark in the Park, hat giveaway, and players in custom patriotic jerseys.
More Info: http://milb.com/fort-myers

 

BONITA SPRINGS:

Star Spangled Bonita
Date: Thursday, July 4
Time: 6 p.m. (Drone, fireworks, and laser-light show starts at dusk)
Cost: Free
Location: Riverside Park, 10451 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs
Details: Festival with drone show, fireworks, laser-light show, food, ice-cream-eating contest, and live country music by the Ben Allen Band.
More Info: cityofbonitasprings.org

Bonita Springs Fourth of July Parade
Date: Thursday, July 4
Time: 9-11 a.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Old 41 Road between Rosemary Drive and Kentucky Street, downtown Bonita Springs
Details: Parade with bands, floats, military units, and more. No coolers or pets allowed.
More Info: http://bonitaspringsparade.com

 

SAN CARLOS PARK:

San Carlos Park 4th of July Parade
Date: Thursday, July 4
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Sunshine Ace Hardware plaza at the corner of Sanibel Boulevard and U.S. 41, San Carlos Park
Details: Parade travels along Sanibel Boulevard to Lee Road, San Carlos Boulevard East, and Three Oaks Boulevard, ending at Three Oaks Park. Open to decorated floats, cars, trucks, bicycles, and motorcycles. Candy will be thrown to children along the parade route. No registration fee.
Contact: Lindsay Collins at 239-265-4412

 

NAPLES:

Naples Fourth of July Parade
Date: Thursday, July 4
Time: 10 a.m. to noon (Lineup starts at 8 a.m.)
Cost: Free
Location: Starts at Eleventh Avenue South and Third Street South, proceeding along Third Street South, Fifth Avenue South, and Eighth Street South, then returning to Eleventh Avenue South. Downtown Naples.
Road Closures: Fifth Avenue South will be closed off to traffic between Third Street and Eighth Street South.
More Info: http://naplesgov.com

Fireworks at Naples Pier
Date: Thursday, July 4
Time: Fireworks launch at about 9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Naples City Pier, 12th Avenue South, Naples
Details: Bring chairs and blankets to watch the fireworks launch from a barge just west of Naples Pier. The show lasts about 30 minutes and can be seen from all along the Naples beach. Personal use of fireworks and sparklers is prohibited.
Parking: Limited parking available; plan ahead to find parking on the street or in downtown parking garages. Consider walking, biking, or using a ride service.
More Info: http://fifthavenuesouth.com/event-calendar/fireworks-at-naples-pier-2

Drones in Paradise at Paradise Coast Sports Complex
Date: Saturday, July 6
Time: 6-11 p.m. (Drone show starts promptly at 9 p.m.)
Cost: Free
Location: Paradise Coast Sports Complex, 3940 City Gate Blvd. N., Naples
Details: Enjoy a spectacular drone show featuring hundreds of small, lighted drones making colorful designs and animations in the air. The event also features bounce houses, remote-control cars, laser tag, face painting, a DJ, and an outdoor screening of "Night at the Museum." No outside food and beverages allowed; food and beverages will be sold at the complex.
More Info: http://playparadisecoast.com

 

LEHIGH ACRES:

4th of July Firework Show
Date: Thursday, July 4
Time: 5-9 p.m. (Fireworks at dusk)
Cost: Free
Location: Victory Town Center, 1201 Taylor Lane Extension, Lehigh Acres
Details: Live bands, grill tents, food trucks, vendors, inflatables, kids activities, and more.
More Info: http://swflbusinessalliance.com

 

FORT MYERS BEACH:

Fort Myers Beach Fireworks and Parade
Date: Thursday, July 4
Time: 10 a.m. (Parade); 9 p.m. (Fireworks)
Cost: Free
Location: Estero Boulevard and Times Square, Fort Myers Beach
Details: Parade with colorful floats, followed by fireworks. Limited parking; use the Beach Trolley.
More Info: http://fortmyersbeach.org

 

SANIBEL ISLAND:

Sanibel Island Independence Day Parade and 4th of July Celebration
Date: Thursday, July 4
Time: 9 a.m. (Parade); 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Celebration)
Cost: Free
Location: Periwinkle Way (Parade); Sanibel Recreation Center, 3880 San Cap Road (Celebration)
Details: Parade followed by food, games, and activities. No fireworks this year.
More Info: http://sanibelcommunityhouse.net

 

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