Fourth of July in St. Augustine, FL
Fireworks Over the Matanzas: July 4, 2025
Celebrate Independence Day in St. Augustine, Florida, with music and fireworks!
Event Highlights
6 PM: Enjoy Big Band Music by The All-Star Orchestra at the Plaza de la Constitución gazebo.
9:30 PM: Witness a breathtaking fireworks display over the Matanzas, accompanied by a stirring soundtrack.
Best Viewing Spots: Fort lawn, bayfront, Bridge of Lions, Vilano Beach, and areas on Anastasia Island directly facing the bayfront.
Parking and Shuttle Information
Free Parking: Available in city-owned lots and on-street spaces on July 4. Ensure you’re parked in a city-owned lot to avoid towing from private lots.
Historic Downtown Parking Facility: Park for $20 per car, or $3 with a ParkStAug registered plate, at 1 Cordova St.
Free Shuttle Service 
Operating from 6 PM to midnight, with stops along Anastasia Blvd:
Anastasia Baptist Church (1650 A1A South)
St. Augustine Amphitheatre (1340-C A1A South)
R.B. Hunt Elementary School (125 Magnolia Dr.)
St. Augustine Alligator Farm (999 Anastasia Blvd) – Parking only; access shuttle at R.B. Hunt School by crossing at the lighted crosswalk.
Celebrate a memorable Fourth of July with music, fireworks, and easy transportation options!
And the Best Place to Stay? On the Beach of Course!
Book your accommodations during Nights of Lights on the beach. Retreat from the crowds to your own private getaway on Crescent Beach.
You’ll love our ultra-clean beachfront condos, full of amenities like tennis/pickleball courts and swimming pool. You can also:
- Watch the sunrise from your balcony
- Then explore the beach by day
- Watch the sun set from our terrace
- And then go tour the city of St. Augustine after sunset
With FLAStays, you truly can have it all. Plus, when you book with us directly, you’ll save 5% automatically over other sites.
