1. Jacksonville Downtown Fireworks

📍 St. Johns River – Acosta & Main Street Bridges
🕘 July 4 at 9 PM
💰 Free Admission

🚗 Parking: Try the Riverfront Garage, Water Street Garage, or JTA Kings Ave. station (ride the Skyway). Arrive early—roads close around 8 PM.
👀 Best Viewing: Northbank Riverwalk, Southbank Riverwalk, Friendship Fountain, or along Riverside Ave.
🎒 What to Bring: Folding chairs, cooler, bug spray, blanket, portable fan, and water. Some vendors may be cash-only.

2. Jacksonville Beach Pier Fireworks

📍 504 1st St. N., Jacksonville Beach
🕘 July 4 at 9 PM
💰 Free Admission

🚗 Parking: Limited public lots—arrive by 6 PM. Try street parking west of 3rd Street or use a rideshare.
👀 Best Viewing: Anywhere along the beach—especially between 6th Ave N and 10th Ave S. The pier closes for safety.
🎒 What to Bring: Beach chairs, towels, flashlights, snacks, bug spray, and maybe a hoodie (ocean breeze gets cool!).

3. American Pride Celebration at Moosehaven (Orange Park)

📍 1701 Park Ave, Orange Park
🕠 Gates open at 5 PM, fireworks around 9:15 PM
💰 Free Admission

🚗 Parking: On-site at Moosehaven (limited), overflow across Park Ave at local businesses. Walking may be required.
👀 Best Viewing: Directly along the St. Johns River behind Moosehaven grounds.
🎒 What to Bring: Blanket or chairs, water bottles, handheld fans, and bug spray. Outside food may not be permitted—check event page.

4. Fernandina Beach “Hometown 4th”

📍 Centre Street, Downtown Fernandina Beach
🕕 Events start at 6 PM, fireworks at 9 PM
💰 Free Admission

🚗 Parking: Street parking downtown is first-come, first-served. Consider using public lots at Ash Street or ride your bike in.
👀 Best Viewing: Anywhere near the harbor front at foot of Centre Street or Amelia River waterfront.
🎒 What to Bring: Camp chairs, walking shoes, cash for food vendors, light jacket, and bug spray.

5. St. Augustine “Fireworks Over the Matanzas”

📍 Plaza de la Constitución & Bayfront, St. Augustine
🕕 Live music at 6 PM, fireworks at 9:30 PM
💰 Free Admission

🚗 Parking: Historic Downtown Parking Garage ($15 flat fee). Free shuttle service available from Anastasia Island (St. Augustine Amphitheatre lot).
👀 Best Viewing: Along the bayfront on Avenida Menendez, the Bridge of Lions, or near the Castillo de San Marcos.
🎒 What to Bring: Blanket, chairs, reusable water bottle, cooling towel, snacks, and bug spray. Expect big crowds.

6. Palatka Riverfront Fireworks

📍 Riverfront Park, Downtown Palatka
🕔 Events start at 5 PM, fireworks around 9 PM
💰 Free Admission

🚗 Parking: On-street parking downtown, plus public lots near St. Johns Ave and Lemon St.
👀 Best Viewing: Lawn areas of Riverfront Park along Memorial Parkway—get there early for a front row seat.
🎒 What to Bring: Camp chairs, bug spray, picnic snacks, and a small umbrella (it gets hot before sunset!).

7. Keystone Heights 4th of July Celebration

📍 Keystone Beach & City Hall, Keystone Heights
🕕 Events all day, fireworks at 9:30 PM
💰 Free Admission

🚗 Parking: Free street parking throughout town, but the closer you are to City Hall or the beach, the earlier you’ll need to arrive.
👀 Best Viewing: Along Lake Geneva, especially Keystone Beach Park and surrounding lawns.
🎒 What to Bring: Foldable chairs, water bottles, sunscreen, and small coolers. Great day for a picnic!

So grab your cooler, load up the lawn chairs, and get ready for a sky full of sparkle! ✨ Whether you’re dancing to live music, chasing the best view with your crew, or just soaking in the red, white, and boom, Northeast Florida brings the heat (and the fireworks!) every 4th of July. Don’t forget the bug spray—and maybe some sparklers for after the show. 🎆 Happy Independence Day, y’all!