Panama City’s 2025 Independence Day Celebrations Bring Fireworks, Festivals, and Waterfront Fun
Panama City, FL – June 25, 2025 – The July 4th Salute Freedom festival returns to historic downtown Panama City and the shores of St. Andrews Bay on Friday, July 4, 2025 from 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM. The community is invited to the Panama City Marina, located at 1 Harrison Avenue, for an afternoon of patriotic family fun, culminating in a spectacular fireworks display, to commemorate the founding of our great nation.
Event Highlights:
Live Entertainment – Experience live music and phenomenal performances on the main stage.
5:00 PM – Sons of Saints
6:30 PM – Last Left
Family Fun Zone – Enjoy a diverse line-up of exciting activities for children of all ages including face painting and themed crafts.
Food and Refreshments – An array of food trucks and refreshment booths will offer all your favorite summertime flavors from savory to sweet plus icy treats. APPLY HERE
Local Vendors – Shop a wide assortment of handcrafted goods from talented local vendors including jewelry, accessories, and gifts. APPLY HERE
Fireworks Display – An exhilarating display of fireworks will illuminate the night sky over St. Andrews Bay starting at 9:00 p.m. with audio simulcast provided by iHeartMedia. Attendees are encouraged to bring picnic blankets and chairs for optimal viewing from the Panama City Marina.
VIP Opportunities – There will be two ticketed VIP events this year. Enjoy a front-row seat to the festivities with Harrisons Kitchen & Bar’s Red, White & Boil package, featuring a reserved table, a delicious seafood boil, VIP perks, and exclusive access to concerts at the marina. Alternatively, celebrate July 4th in style with Fireworks on 5 at Hotel Indigo’s rooftop bar, Steam on 5, including waterfront views, a limited buffet, one complimentary drink, and prime viewing of the city’s best fireworks.
Destination Panama City is honored to host this inspiring and unforgettable event, in partnership with the City of Panama City, providing family, friends, and neighbors the opportunity to gather together and celebrate our shared values of independence, freedom, and unity that epitomize the American spirit.
The July 4th Salute to Freedom festival is free and open to the public thanks to the generosity of community sponsors. For information on additional sponsorship opportunities, please contact [email protected].
Additional Independence Day Celebrations Across Panama City
July 3 – Light Up the Bay at Papa Joe’s Bayside
Celebrate early with family activities, food, live music, and a dazzling waterfront fireworks display over the marina.
July 4 – Cove Fest July 4th Jubilee
Enjoy a beloved neighborhood tradition with local food, entertainment, and a festive community atmosphere in The Cove.
July 3 and July 4 – Celebrate the 4th on the Water!
Experience the fireworks like never before aboard the Grand-Mere, a double-decker tour boat featuring air conditioning, a full bar, and a spacious open-air top deck. Enjoy a scenic cruise through stunning St. Andrews Bay before settling in for an unforgettable view of the fireworks show. Seating is limited, so reserve your spot early for the best view on the water!
Whether you’re enjoying festivities downtown, cruising the bay, or celebrating in your neighborhood, Destination Panama City invites you to make lasting memories this Independence Day. Come be part of the tradition, the excitement, and the joy that make July 4th in Panama City truly unforgettable.