Fourth of July fireworks explode over the Manatee River in a spectacular display of color and sound. Bradenton Herald File Photo From the Manatee River to Sarasota Bay, the skies will light up red BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - The cities of Bradenton and Palmetto are coming together to coordinate their Independence Day celebrations with a coordinated fireworks shows on each bank of the Join us for a dazzling 4th of July fireworks display over the Manatee River, presented by Zambelli International! Starting at 9:30 p.m., experience the magic as the sky lights up with vibrant colors. Best of all, you can enjoy the show from both the Palmetto and Bradenton sides of the river. Bradenton and Sarasota will celebrate the Fourth of July holiday in 2024 with several days of festive events. The family fun includes fireworks shows, concerts, a beach parade and more. This unified promotional effort reflects the strong sense of community shared by both cities and celebrates the vibrant traditions that make each side of the Manatee River unique, brought together by a spectacular fireworks finale made possible through collaboration with Manatee County. The Bradenton area will mark the Fourth of July holiday with several festive events in 2025. Free and family-friendly celebrations on Friday, July 4, include fireworks shows, concerts, a “water WHERE ARE YOU CELEBRATING? 裡 America is celebrating the 249th anniversary of Independence Day on Friday. Here's where you can see fireworks around Tampa Bay. The cities of Bradenton and Palmetto will host 4th of July celebrations on both sides of the Manatee River capped off with a fireworks display. Plan your Fourth of July Independence Day in Manatee County with road closures, holiday schedules, trash pickup information and local government service updates. The Fourth of July holiday on Friday will cause some temporary road closures in Bradenton and Manatee County, including the Green Bridge. 4th of July Fireworks on the Manatee River: July 4, 9:30-10 p.m. Attendees can view a firework show over the Manatee River. The fireworks can be viewed on either the Palmetto or Bradenton side of the river. Polk County Thunder on the Ridge: July 4, 4-10 p.m. This free event features kids activities, live music entertainment, food and a Here’s a county-by-county list of events that are happening around the area. Enjoy a fireworks display following the game. The first 1,500 fans through the gates will get a free t-shirt. Find more event information here. What: Manatee County July 4 Celebration Independence Day once again brings a fireworks spectacular to the Manatee River between the Green and De Soto Bridges. The sky will start lighting up at 9:30 p.m. with a show by This unified promotional effort reflects the strong sense of community shared by both cities and celebrates the vibrant traditions that make each side of the Manatee River unique, brought together by a spectacular fireworks finale made possible through collaboration with Manatee County. Here's where to find fireworks displays and other Fourth of July festivities in Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte counties. Fireworks Over the Manatee River & Palmetto fourth fest When: July 4th, beginning at 5 p.m. Where: Rossi Park (Bradenton) & Riverside Park (Palmetto) The cities of Bradenton and Palmetto team up for a massive, synchronized celebration on both sides of the Green Bridge. Fireworks explode over the Manatee River starting at 9:30 p.m., and attendees can watch the show from both the Palmetto and Bradenton sides of the river. Starting at 6:30 p.m. with fireworks Palmetto and Bradenton share the love on the Fourth of July with a fireworks display that is visible on both sides of the Manatee River. So grab a spot on the Bradenton Riverwalk, Riverside
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