JULY TOP PICKS

Our favorite Fourth of July events in Tampa Bay

BOOM BY THE BAY 2022

Tampa is going BIG for this year’s Fourth of July celebration. Enjoy several different fireworks displays along the downtown Tampa riverfront with activities and events at each location.

Boom by the Bay events and fireworks locations:

★ Heights District Fourth of July Celebration at Armature Works |

Starting at 3 p.m. Live music, hot dog eating competition, Kids'

Zone, food and drinks. ★ Star Spangled at Sparkman | Starting at 4 p.m. Water ski show, live music, food and drinks, prime fireworks view. ★ Water Works Park | Starting at 4 p.m. Food trucks and an incredible view of the fireworks. ★ Curtis Hixon Park | Starting at 4 p.m. Food trucks, Boom Bar and family fun area. *Not a fireworks viewing area ★ Boom on Bayshore | Starting at 7 p.m. Food trucks, live entertainment and waterfront views.

photo credit: Sparkman Wharf

Other Events We’re Looking Forward to in July:

Tampa Bay Moms Group presents Tampa’s Biggest Birthday Bash: July 16

Tampa is turning 135 and everyone is invited to celebrate at this FREE event! Head to Water Works Park in Tampa to party with interactive exhibits, games, prizes, live entertainment, food trucks and more! There will be goody bags for the first 100 families, party favors, giveaways, gifts and much more! facebook.com/TBMGProductions

The Fourth St. Pete at The St. Pete Pier

The outdoor familyfriendly festivities at the Pier will include fun activities such as the second annual St. Pete Pier run, a craft beer garden, food trucks and local vendors. There will be live music, roaming entertainers and more. The traditional Fourth of July fireworks show, sponsored by the City of St. Pete, will be visible from various spots on the downtown waterfront, including Bayshore Drive, Straub Park and Vinoy Park. Before the show, the 13th U.S. Army Band will perform patriotic opera music. The event starts at 4 p.m. with fireworks beginning at 9 p.m. F O URTH OF JULY EVENTS

Fourth of July Cruises on Yacht Starship

Celebrate the stars and stripes on the water with a spectacular Fourth of July Fireworks Cruise! Several different cruise options allow you to enjoy a delicious meal, drink from an open bar that’s free at sea and dance on the top deck with a spectacular fireworks finale. All ages are welcome. yachstarship.com

Fourth of July Fireworks Cruise on Pirate Water Taxi 101 Dalmatians KIDS! July 21-24

The Patel Conservatory at The Straz Center presents "101 Dalmatians, KIDS!" The beloved Disney animated classic comes to life on stage. Experience the story of everyone’s favorite fourlegged family as they work to save themselves from the evil intentions of the outrageously villainous Cruella DeVil. This show will be performed and told entirely by students of the Patel Conservatory. strazcenter.org

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast on Stage: July 22-24 and 29-31

Directed by David O’Hara, this tale as old as time is a musical production the whole family will enjoy! Taking place at the Tarpon Arts Community Theater, this enchanting story brings all your favorite characters and songs from the classic tale to life on stage. Children are welcome to attend the show in costume! tarponarts.org

Celebrate our nation’s independence with a bang! Hop on the Pirate Water Taxi for an hourlong cruise where you’ll view Tampa’s city fireworks right above your head. Fireworks start at approximately 9 p.m. Beer, wine and nonalcoholic beverages are available for purchase. Water taxi rides are $50 per person. piratewatertaxi.com B ACK TO SCHOOL FAIR

Tampa Bay Parenting’s 15th Annual Back to School Fair Presented by Hillsborough County Public Schools – July 30

Time to make this school year the best one yet! We’re gathering the best that Tampa Bay has to offer at the ultimate back to school bash! This FREE event will take place once again at WestShore Plaza from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be over 60 different vendors, and we’re giving away free backpacks to the first 500 kids in line. Enjoy meet-and-greets and take pictures with princesses, mascots and more. Scan the QR Code to learn more and to stay updated about this not-to-miss event! S

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Saturday, July 30, 2022 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. WestShore Plaza 250 Westshore Plaza, Tampa, FL 33609