America 250 Events in Jacksonville

America Turns 250
Friday, July 3 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens (829 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32204)
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a day full of music, art, and community at the Cummer Museum. Enjoy live performances, hands-on art activities, festive lawn games, and classic summer bites as you explore the galleries and gardens.

Tunes and Blooms: Red, White and Boots
Friday, July 3 | 5-9:30 p.m.
Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens (370 Zoo Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32218)
Experience the Zoo like never before with curated live music performances throughout the grounds.

Freedom Fest
Friday, July 3 | 5-10 p.m.
Friendship Fountain (1015 Museum Cir, Jacksonville, FL 32207)
Enjoy a patriotic light and music show with live bands, food trucks and free apple pies to the first 1,000 people! This event is free to attend. Plus, check out the activations along the Riverwalk between the Fountain and Chart House.

Pre-4th Red, White & Blue Cruise
Friday, July 3 | 7-9:30 p.m.
Jax Yacht Charter (1501 Riverplace Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32207)
Kick off Independence Day Weekend along the St. Johns River aboard a Pre-Fourth Red, White & Blue Cruise with a scenic yacht cruise, DJ entertainment & family fun!

Beaches

Red, White & DQ
Saturday, July 4 | 12-9 p.m.
Dairy Queen Jacksonville Beach (902 N 3rd St. , Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250)
Join Dairy Queen Jacksonville Beach to celebrate America’s 250th birthday with games, prizes, crafts, treats, and fun for the whole family. Come enjoy great food, cold treats, and community spirit!

Springfield

Fourth of July Throwback Baseball Game
Saturday, July 4 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Klutho Park’s Heritage Field (204 W 3rd St., Jacksonville, FL 32206)
The Fourth of July Throwback Baseball Game returns in 2026 for its 19th year! In this Historic Springfield tradition, Eastside and Westside residents battle it out on the baseball field to determine which side is the true champion. Come enjoy the day with turn-of-the-century throwback uniforms, equipment, umpires, announcer, and competitive fanfare.

Northbank Riverwalk-Downtown

Riverside Arts Market July Fourth Celebration
Saturday, July 4 | 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Riverside Arts Market (715 Riverside Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32204)
Celebrate the Fourth of July at the Riverside Arts Market with local vendors, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities throughout the day, capped off with a spectacular view of the City of Jacksonville’s annual fireworks display over the St. Johns River.

Fourth of July Celebration – America 250
Saturday, July 4 | 4-9:30 p.m.
Riverfront Plaza (2 W Independent Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32202)
Head to Riverfront Plaza for a free concert and the largest Fourth of July fireworks show in Jacksonville history. Enjoy food trucks, face painting, balloon animals, the River City Readers Bookmobile, and an art exhibition by JAMS students.

4th of July 250th American Celebration at USS Orleck
Saturday, July 4 | 6:30-10 p.m.
USS Orleck Naval Museum (610 E Bay St, Jacksonville, FL 32202)
Celebrate aboard the USS Orleck with live music from DJ Rantz, food trucks, drinks, fireworks, and waterfront views during this festive celebration.

Fourth of July Fireworks Viewing Party
Saturday, July 4 | 6-9:15 p.m.
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront (225 East Coastline Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32202)
Come join the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront for a spectacular Fourth of July Fireworks show with the best viewing spot in town as we celebrate America's 250 anniversary!

4th of July at SIP Rooftop and Cocktail Bar
Saturday, July 4 | 7-11 p.m.
SIP Cocktail Bar (323 E Bay St, Jacksonville, FL 32202)
Celebrate the 4th of July in style at SIP Rooftop in the heart of downtown Jacksonville - with the perfect view of the fireworks lighting up!

Southbank Riverwalk-Downtown

Fourth of July Celebration – America 250
Saturday, July 4 | 3-9:30 p.m.
Friendship Fountain (1015 Museum Cir, Jacksonville, FL 32207)
Enjoy an evening of live music from Scott Halls and Caribe Groove, plus a hot dog eating contest and cornhole tournament. Food and beverages will be available for purchase throughout the event.

Saturday, July 4 | 6-9 p.m.
RiversEdge Park (1915 RiversEdge Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207)
Enjoy music and entertainment, a spectacular fireworks display, and food and beverages available for purchase.

July 4th Extravaganza Cruise
Saturday, July 4 | 7-10:30 p.m.
Jax Yacht Charter (1501 Riverplace Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32207)
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday aboard the Royal Princess! Enjoy firework views from 4 outer decks + indoor windows, chef-curated BBQ, DJ entertainment, drinks, and an unforgettable July 4th!

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