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Making plans for Independence Day 2025 just got easier with top fireworks displays, parades, live music and festive events. Celebrate with Fanfares & Fireworks on July 3, “The Largest Small-town Fireworks Display in America” in Alachua, and the festive parade and fireworks display in Micanopy.
Happy Independence Day from Visit Gainesville, Alachua County!
WUFT’s Fanfares & Fireworks 2025
Thursday, July 3, 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. | University of Florida Bandshell at Flavet Field
605 Woodlawn Dr., Gainesville, FL 32603
WUFT presents a night of music and fireworks at the University of Florida. Music performances include Now Leaving Space, Sooza Brass Band, The Savants, Gainesville Community Band and the Gainesville Pops. Bring a chair or spread out a blanket and enjoy food from multiple food trucks on site. Fireworks begin at approximately 9:30 p.m.
Town of Micanopy Independence Day Parade and Fireworks
Friday, July 4, 11 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. | Micanopy Main Street
NE Cholokka Blvd, Micanopy, FL 32667
The parade starts at 11 a.m. along Cholokka Blvd. The evening celebration includes music, food, splash zone and free bounce houses for kids beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Carson Robert Sports Complex. Fireworks launch at dusk.
City of Alachua Annual Fourth of July Celebration
Friday, July 4, 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. | Legacy Park
15400 Peggy Rd., Alachua, FL 32615
The annual celebration dubbed the “Largest Small-Town Fireworks Display in America” draws a festive crowd to Legacy Park Amphitheatre to celebrate the Fourth. Enjoy live music, kids corner, food trucks and a fireworks display at 9:30 p.m.
Annual Jack Gamble Melon Run at Albert Ray “Massey” Park
Friday, July 4, 8 a.m.
The Melon Run is an Independence Day holiday tradition celebrating its 47th year. Enjoy a three-mile course, half-mile run for the kids and a watermelon eating contest.
Red, White and Brew at Blackadder Brewing Company
Friday, July 4, 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Enjoy $4 select beer and the signature ‘Murica “Cocktail.” Strega Nona’s Pizza will be onsite.
