4th of July Fireworks!

Independence Day is fast approaching and we have your best fireworks-viewing options right here in Pasco County!

Join the crowds for an early Independence Day celebration at Main Street Blast on Saturday, June 30 in downtown New Port Richey!

Or, if you're in the northern part of the county, visit the Angelus's 4th Annual  Family, Fun, & Fireworks Extravaganza - $10 per carload, proceeds benefit The Angelus.










Tuesday, July 3 brings a Freedom Festival to the Shops at Wiregrass in Wesley Chapel.  Sponsored by the Rotary Club at Wesley Chapel, this celebration will include discounts at mall retailers, a bicycle parade, and a grand finale fireworks show at 9 p.m. For more information and for competition signup sheets, visit http://www.theshopsatwiregrass.com/event/freedom-festival/2145398795.

On Wednesday, July 4, come on over to Dade City for Sparklebration!  Tickets are $5.00, kids 12 and under are admitted free.  Gates open at 4 p.m. and bring your lawn chairs and blankets for the fireworks at 9:15 p.m.!  For more information and a full schedule of events, visit the website at http://www.pascocountyfair.com/sparklebration.htm.

Also on Wednesday, July 4, Celebrate Port Richey is planning a fireworks show at Waterfront Park, 8119 Old Post Road. The fireworks will go off after sundown, but get there early to find parking and a good view of Miller's Bayou.  This event has been canceled.

It's Fireworks Time!

Judging from the pops and whistles I've started to hear every evening in my neighborhood, it must be getting close to the 4th of July!  This weekend promises to provide all of the parade and fireworks you could ask for, some of which are taking place right here in Pasco County.

Get your holiday weekend started early!  The Family Freedom Fest benefiting the Wounded Warriors Project runs from July 1 through July 4, 3 -11 pm daily at the Fun and Wheels Entertainment Park located at 9227 County Line Road in Spring Hill.  The festival will include music, food, beer, rides, games, a paintball field, batting cages, a 1000-foot go-kart racetrack, miniature golf, blow-ups, water slide, pony rides and food-eating contests. Home fireworks are allowed. Bring blankets and chairs. Ride and game tickets available for purchase. Free admission and parking.  For more information, visit their site at http://www.funandwheels.net.

Port Richey will be hosting a free fireworks display on Monday, July 4.   The show will begin at 9:15 p.m. at Waterfront Park, 8119 Old Post Road.  No alcoholic beverages or personal fireworks are allowed, and children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. For details, call City Hall at (727) 816-1900.

If you live in East Pasco, consider a trip to Dade City's Sparklebration at the Pasco County Fairgrounds.  This much-anticipated annual event happens Monday, July 4, and includes the Miss Sparklebration beauty contest, live music, bounce houses for the kids, your favorite carnival foods, a petting zoo, pony rides, vendors and much more!  The big event, FIREWORKS, begins at 9:15 p.m.  Bring your blankets and lawn chairs!  For more information and directions to the fairgrounds, click here.

2010 Pasco County July 4th Fireworks

July 4th celebrations start early in Pasco County!  Get a jump on the festivities this weekend with
Main Street Blast
Sims Park/Orange Lake
Downtown New Port Richey, FL
Saturday, June 26
3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Live music, crafters, kids' games and activities, giant slide, river boat tours, food and drink, and FIREWORKS at approximately 10 p.m.


Hudson celebrates Independence Day on the 3rd of July with
Fun, Family & Fireworks Extravaganza
The Angelus
12413 Hudson Ave.
Hudson, FL
Saturday, July 3
12:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
$5.00 per carload, live music beginning at 4 p.m., food & drink, kids' games, FIREWORKS at 9:00 p.m.

On the Fourth of July, come on over to the east side of the county for
Sparklebration
Pasco County Fairgrounds
36722 SR 52
Dade City, FL
Sunday, July 4
4:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.
Admission $3.00 (kids 10 & under FREE).  Live music, eating contests, bounce houses, Miss Sparklebration pageant, food & drink, and FIREWORKS at 9:15 p.m.

Fireworks!

If you are looking for Pasco County fireworks displays, look no further!

Sparklebration will be returning to Dade City on July 3rd and 4th. Located at the Pasco County Fairgrounds at 36722 State Road 52 in Dade City, FL, this annual event will include The Star-Spangled Spectacular, a night of patriotic music starting at 7:00 p.m. on July 3rd. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 the day of the show. On July 4th, the gates open at 4 p.m. and the fireworks are scheduled to begin at 9:15 p.m. Admission is $3 for adults, children 10 and under get in free. Parking is $5 per vehicle. Visit their website (linked above) for more information and a complete schedule of events.


On the west side of Pasco County, the Hudson Americana Music Fest will be an all-day celebration on July 4th at the Angelus, located at 12413 Hudson Avenue, Hudson, FL. Advance tickets are available for $5 each at Patriotic Fireworks locations, The Angelus, or Pape Kibos on Hudson Beach. Tickets will also be available for $7 at the gate. The gates will open at 10 a.m. Ten bands are scheduled to perform, starting at 11 a.m. Art, craft and food vendors will also be present.