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The city of Clearwater wishes you a sparkling Independence Day! Find more information below on how you can enjoy America's birthday in style and how to stay safe this holiday.
 Watch fireworks over Clearwater Harbor at this annual Independence Day celebration at Coachman Park.
Starting at 4 p.m., enjoy local vendors and food trucks, family friendly activities, live music and buskers throughout the park.
There will be a free patriotic performance at The BayCare Sound by The BayCare Sound Symphony. No tickets are needed and seating is first-come, first served.
A fireworks display will grace the night's sky at 9:30 p.m.
Following the fireworks, join an immersive silent disco party on the Coachman Park Promenade Pier until 11 p.m. or watch an amazing fire performance.
 The Memorial Causeway Bridge will close at 9 p.m. for the fireworks show and will not be reopened until it is safe to do so.
Drivers should expect traffic delays before and after the fireworks show. Fireworks may be viewed from a boat, but there will be a closed perimeter surrounding the park. Docking will be restricted at the Clearwater Harbor Marina from 5 to 10 p.m.
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Know Before You Go
 Parking
Parking can be found throughout downtown. Park on-street downtown or at one of the following larger lots or garages.
- Lot 11, 224 Pierce Street (153 spaces, close to the event, $2 an hour until 6 p.m.)
- Pinellas County Parking Garage, 310 Court St. (498 spaces, free)
- Garden Avenue Garage, 28 N Garden Ave. (255 spaces, free)
- Municipal Services Building Garage,100 S Myrtle Ave. (283 spaces, free)
- Grass Lot, 704 Court St. (150 spaces, free)
- Pierce Street Lot, 200 S. Osceola Ave. (118 spaces, free)
Permitted Items & Other Information
- Clearwater Celebrates America is a free event; no tickets are required.
- Low-lying lawn chairs and blankets and towels that do not exceed 30" x 60" are allowed on The Green of Coachman Park. Chairs are not allowed in The BayCare Sound.
- Coachman Park and The BayCare Sound are cashless venues.
- Tents, pop-up tents, umbrellas, balloons, confetti and air horns are not permitted.
- Smoking or vaping is not permitted.
- Adult beverages can be purchased and consumed at The BayCare Sound. No alcohol is allowed in the park.
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Watching The BayCare Sound Symphony? Read the A-Z visitors guide that details everything you need to know before visiting The BayCare Sound.
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In simplest form, if it explodes or launches into the air, it’s illegal in Clearwater.
 Did you know that in Clearwater, city ordinances are more restrictive than state law when it comes to fireworks? If you’re thinking of putting on your own fireworks show at home, our advice would be not to do it. Those who put on such private fireworks displays must have a permit to do so.
Do us a favor, and your neighbors a favor, and your neighbor’s dog a favor, and skip the at-home fireworks. There are plenty of other ways to celebrate the July 4th weekend without a bang.
 Our best advice? Leave the fireworks to the professionals and stay safe that way.
City Offices Closed Thursday, July 4
City of Clearwater offices and libraries will be closed on Thursday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.
Solid waste and recycling crews will be working, and there will be no change to the collection schedule.
Clearwater recreation centers with outdoor pools, Moccasin Lake Nature Park and McMullen Tennis Complex will be open with limited hours. All other Clearwater parks will be open regular hours.
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How to Safely Dispose of Spent Fireworks
If you decide to put on your own fireworks show at home, which first responders do not recommend, proper disposal afterward is important. Fireworks that are not properly disposed of can pose serious dangers to you, the city’s solid waste team, and the environment.
Once the smoke has cleared, dispose of both spent and unused fireworks properly and carefully.
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Soak them completely in a bucket of water. Overnight is best, if possible.
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Wrap them up. Once fireworks are wet throughout, drain the excess water and wrap them up in a plastic bag. This helps maintain moisture.
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Throw them away. Toss the wet bag of used fireworks into your black barrel trash can for safe disposal. Do not place them in your blue recycling barrel or on the curb with your yard waste.
Taking these easy, extra steps will help ensure your safety and that of the city’s solid waste crews.
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