Liberty by the Bay: Tampa’s 250th Independence Day Celebration¶
July 4 @ 4:00 pm - 9:30 pm

The City of Tampa is celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with one of the largest Fourth of July events in Tampa Bay — Liberty by the Bay at Julian B. Lane Park.
This free, family-friendly waterfront celebration will feature a 250-drone light show honoring America’s 250th birthday, followed by a fireworks finale, along with an afternoon and evening full of activities, live entertainment, food, and fun for all ages.
Event Details
- Date: July 4, 2026
- Time: 4:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
- Location: Julian B. Lane Park
- Cost: Free and open to the public