Independence Day celebrations in north and south Walton July 4

June 12, 2024

Enjoy Independence Day celebrations across Walton County on Tuesday, July 4, 2024.

North Walton

4 – 9:30 p.m. – DeFuniak Springs parade and fireworks
4th of July celebration in DeFuniak Springs with parade around Lake DeFuniak along Circle Drive at 4 p.m. Opening ceremonies and music by Okaloosa/Walton Mass Community Band starting at 6 p.m. at the amphitheater with fireworks at dark. The theme this year is Walton County 200 years of history.

For more information or to participate in the parade call 850-259-0382 or 850-973-6774.

4 – 9 p.m. – Freeport parade and fireworks
The city of Freeport will host their annual 4th of July parade and fireworks. Parade starts at 4 p.m. at Freeport Middle School, travels past City Hall, then down Hwy. 83A to The Freeport Regional Sports Complex.

If you are interested in participating in the parade, go to: https://freeportflorida.gov/community/city_events/4th_of_july_parade.php

South Walton

Grayton Beach 4th of July Parade – 8:30 a.m.
Come join in the fun for the annual July 4th parade in Grayton Beach. Decorate your cars, jeeps, boats, bikes, scooters etc. No registration needed and everyone is welcome. After the parade meet up at Grayton Coast Properties for popsicles, watermelon and lemonade.
Address: 70 Hotz Avenue, Grayton Beach

Seaside festivities 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Seaside is hosting their annual Independence Day celebration with fun taking place throughout the day.
Block party:
9 a.m.: The REP performance
10 a.m.: Huck & Lilly
10:45 a.m.: Bike decorating contest
11:30 a.m.: Hot dog eating contest (2 rounds) kids round (12 and under)
adult round (13+)
Evening Festivities:
7 p.m.: Sinfonia Gulf Coast Pops Concert
8:30 p.m.: Fireworks
Address: 4730 Highway 30A, Seaside
For more information call: (850) 213-5500

Alys Beach: Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks Show – 6 – 9 p.m.
Join in for a Fourth of July concert in the Amphitheatre with live music by Bay Kings Band on Thursday, July 4, 6 – 9 p.m. There will be food and drink available for purchase. The concert will begin at 6 p.m. with fireworks to follow.
Address: 9581 E. Co. Hwy. 30A, Alys Beach
For more information call: (850) 213-5500

Village of Baytowne Wharf7 – 9:15 p.m.
Join in on the 4th of July Red, White, and Baytowne celebration! Enjoy LIVE music from Below Alabama on the Events Plaza Stage from 7:00-9:15 pm, followed by a fireworks display that will light up the night sky at 9:15 pm. The Village of Baytowne Wharf will also host kids activities including kids crafts, face painting, and balloon sculpting.
9300 Baytowne Wharf Blvd., Miramar Beach
For more information call: 850-267-8180

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