Sarasota Real Estate News

July 4th Activities in Sarasota, Venice, and Longboat Key

Bayfront Fireworks
Sarasota’s signature event, the Fireworks Spectacular Over Sarasota Bay takes place on Saturday, July 4, launched from a boat on Sarasota Bay around dusk.  Free!  Bayfront Park and Island Park have the best views so get there early to get a good spot.

Tropical Barbecue at Selby
Selby Gardens will host an All-American Barbecue on July 4 to honor Independence Day, with pit masters, live music and family fun. The lush Bayfront location is the perfect place to watch the fireworks over Sarasota Bay. For ticket information visit http://selby.org/event/all-american-barbecue/

Siesta Key
Fireworks will light up the sky on Siesta Key for the 25th Annual 4th of July Fireworks Display and Party….Crescent Beach will have the best views.  A VIP Party is hosted by The Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce.  Call for tickets to the VIP event: 941.349.3800

Venice Patriotic Pyrotechnics
Launched from the south Venice Jetty—see the fireworks from Venice Beach, Nokomis Beach or from the water in your boat.  2000 Tarpon Center Drive, Venice

Longboat Key’s Annual Freedom Fest Parade, July 4, 9 a.m. at the Longboat KeyTown Hall.  Spectators are asked to wear red, white and blue as police and fire rescue teams, children and their pets march in honor of Independence Day.  Visit Bicentennial Park afterwards for activities and refreshments.