Fourth of July
Celebrate Fourth of July in St. Augustine, Florida
The Old City is the perfect spot to celebrate the nation’s birthday. There is always a something happening in St Augustine, and the city is always well worth a visit.
Take a stroll in the historic downtown district, enjoy the many quaint shops and restaurants and the atmosphere, before heading to the waterfront for fireworks.
Plaza de la Constitución
First, there is a free concert at the plaza. The All Star Orchestra is scheduled for a two-hour show filled with Big Band and Swing music along with all the traditional patriotic favorites.
The concert at the Plaza’s Gazebo runs from 6:00pm until 8:00pm. on Sunday July 4, 2010.
St. Augustine Fireworks over Mantanzas
The spectacular Fourth of July fireworks in St Augustine will burst above the ancient Castillo de San Marcos and reflect in the waters of Matanzas Bay. Have a blast with a 20-minute long fireworks show accompanied by great patriotic music. Best vantage points located along the bayfront between the Castillo and the Bridge of Lions. Blast off is at 9:30 p.m.
For more information contact the CVB at 904.825.1005
Schedule:
Keep in min that St. Augustine’s annual Fireworks Over The Matanzas draws more people to the downtown area than any other event all year long. So plan to come early and stay late. Rerouting of traffic will begin at 8:30pm and will include closing of the Bridge of Lions, Avenida Menendez and South Castillo Drive to all vehicular traffic to accommodate the vast number of pedestrians. The best advice is to arrive early, explore the city, enjoy the show, and be patient during departure. Street Closures Sunday, July 4th in effect from 8:30 pm until approximately 10:30pm
Street Closures
The Bridge of Lions
S. Castillo Dr. and Avenida Menendez north of the Bridge of Lions
Cathedral Pl. from Avenida Menendez to St. George St.
Orange St. from S. Castillo Dr. to Ponce de Leon Blvd. (U.S. 1)
Detours
• King St. will be two-way
• King St. eastbound will turn north on St. George St., then west on Cathedral Pl. (detour routed to Cordova St. to King St.)
• Avenida Menendez northbound will turn west on King St.
• San Marco Ave. southbound will turn west on W. Castillo Dr. to Ponce de Leon Blvd. (US 1)
• W. Castillo Dr. eastbound will turn north on San Marco Ave.
• Anastasia Blvd. westbound may not cross the Bridge of Lions
Parking
• The Historic Downtown Parking Facility at the Visitors Information Center can accommodate 1,200 cars. The cost is $7.00 for all day.
• All public parking throughout the city will be available at no charge the entire the day.
• The parking lot at the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument will be closed from 6:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m.
Parking will be limited in the vicinity of the Plaza to facilitate traffic detours in the evening
Top of the Lighthouse on the 4th of July
Create a memorable evening, first with a view of St Augustine at sunset and then at dark you can watch the spectacular fireworks over Matanzas Bay. Tickets are $40 per person and space is limited.
St Augustine Lighthouse & Museum, 81 Lighthouse Avenue, St. Augustine, FL
Call 904.829.0745 ext. 207 or visit www.staugustinelighthouse.com
Independence Day at the World Golf Village
If you want to start off your Fourth of July weekend early, head to the World Golf Village already on Friday, July 2, 2010. This is one the largest fireworks displays in Northeast Florida. You can bring your whole family, all your friends, blankets or lawn chairs and find a spot around the Walk of Champions to take in the grand fireworks show. Parking is limited and a minimal parking fee will be required for entry to the event.
Dinner with Vampires – and Golf?!
For those who want to make a complete evening out on Friday, we suggest Dinner and a Movie. The special “Dinner and a Movie” package is available at the World Golf Hall of Fame and includes a buffet at the Fairways Café, and the popular movie The Twilight Saga: Eclipse. The package also includes unlimited free putting on the Hall’s 18-hole putting course. All this for $35 for adults with special pricing for children and IMAX Movie Club Members.
Reservations can be made by calling 904-940-4118.
www.wgv.com
2nd Annual Independence Day Festival
Celebrate America’s birthday at the grounds of Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum. Enjoy arts and crafts exhibits, music and foods, lots of kid’s activities and games with prizes. You can even take an art class with artist John Koehler. The fun all takes place from 1 to 7 p.m. at Ripley’s Believe It or Not Museum grounds, 19 San Marco Avenue. Admission to the grounds is free, art sessions are $40 per person. For more information, call 904.824.1606.
