The Independence Day holiday weekend is a long one this year.
With the holiday falling on a Tuesday, you have five days to celebrate. We have put together a list of events across the Alabama Gulf Coast this weekend to help you plan out your weekend. Realistically, you could see a fireworks display Friday, Saturday, Monday and Tuesday.
Our list of events this weekend have you covered from the upper part of Baldwin County to the beach and ranges from street parties to small-town festivals. We have tried to uncover all the fireworks scheduled to light up the night, but there is always a chance we will miss a few, so be kind. If our list doesn't have what you are looking for, visit the Event Calander at GulfCoastMedia.com for more.
FRIDAY, JUNE 30
OWA Parks and Resort - Foley
- What: OWA Parks and Resort has a weekend of events planned for the July Fourth holiday. Events kick off at 2 p.m. each day and vary between free events in Downtown and park events like Friday's Dive In Movie at Big Water Bay. Saturday at 8:50 p.m., guests to OWA will be able to view a patriotic fireworks display. For a full schedule, visit www.visitowa.com.
- When: Friday, June 30, through Sunday, July 2, from 2 to 9 p.m.
- Where: Downtown OWA, 101 – N South OWA Blvd., Foley
SATURDAY, JULY 1
Flora-Bama Freedom Run and more
- What: Spend your Saturday morning at the Flora-Bama's Second-Annual Freedom Run. This patriotic run features two courses: the 4-mile course and the 1-mile fun run course. Break out your best red, white and blue attire. If you aren't into an early morning run, visit later because there will be activities all weekend including fireworks July 4.
- When: Saturday, July 1, the race begins at 8 a.m.
- Where: Flora-Bama Lounge, 17401 Perdido Key Drive, Pensacola
Lillian Fireworks
- What: The Lillian Community Club is hosting its annual Independence Day celebration. Food vendors open at 5 p.m., live music at 7 p.m. and fireworks will top off the night at 8:45 p.m.
- When: Saturday, July 1, from 5 to 9 p.m.
- Where: Lillian Community Club, 34148 Widell Ave., Lillian
Perdido Beach Resort – Orange Beach
- What: Perdido Beach Resort continues its annual fireworks and barbecue event on the hotel beach decks. The event includes an All-American beachside barbecue, live music and is topped off with a fireworks display from the beach. Tickets must be purchased in advance by visiting, www.perdidobeachresort.com.
- When: Saturday, July 1, seating begins at 6 p.m.
- Where: 27200 Perdido Beach Blvd., Orange Beach
- Price: Adults are $60, children ages 6-12 are $15 and children 5 and under are free
Summerdale Fireworks
- What: Head to Summerdale and enjoy a small-town holiday celebration. The festivities begin at 10 a.m. and conclude with a firework display at 9 p.m. The day includes live music, inflatables, car show, games, water slide and tractor show. Stop by Whacked Out Weiner Robertsdale and register to compete in a hot dog eating contest that benefits the Summerdale Fire Department.
- When: Saturday, July 1, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Where: Downtown Summerdale and Pioneer Park, 110 E. Jackson Ave., Summerdale
MONDAY, JULY 3
The Wharf – Orange Beach
- What: Celebrate America's birthday at The Wharf with a family-friendly street party. Enjoy an evening of activities for the young and old, live music, animal encounters and it will be topped off with grand patriotic fireworks show followed by a SPECTRA Laser Light Show.
- When: Monday, July 3, from 5 to 9 p.m.
- Where: The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road, Orange Beach
- Price: Admission is free, activity prices vary
Bay Minette
- When: July 3 at dusk
- Where: Bay Minette Sports Complex, 1 Tiger Drive, Bay Minette
TUESDAY, JULY 4
Daphne Fireworks
- What: Tune your radio to 95.5 FM to hear patriotic music accompanying the fireworks show. Arrive early to secure your viewing spot.
- When: Tuesday, July 4, fireworks begin at 9 p.m.
- Where: Al Trione Sports Complex, 8600 Whispering Pines Road, Daphne
Fairhope Concert and Fireworks
- What: The city of Fairhope will host its annual concert and fireworks display. Listen to the Baldwin Pops Band Independence Day Concert in Henry George Park at 7:30 p.m. followed by a fireworks display at the Fairhope Municipal Pier. The event is always well attended so plan ahead, arrive early and bring your chairs and blankets.
- When: Tuesday, July 4, concert begins at 7:30 p.m. and fireworks begin at 9 p.m.
- Where: Fairhope Municipal Park, 1 N. Beach Road, Fairhope
Gulf Shores Fireworks
- What: The city of Gulf Shores will light up the sky July 4 with fireworks show from the Gulf State Pier. Grab a spot on the beach and enjoy the show.
- When: Tuesday, July 4, at 9 p.m.
- Where: Gulf State Pier, 20800 E. Beach Blvd., Gulf Shores
The Beach Club – Fort Morgan
- What: Spectrum Resort guests staying at The Beach Club will have a variety of patriotic events to enjoy all weekend long but the Beachfront Fireworks Show at The Beach Club could be enjoyed from the beach across Fort Morgan.
- When: Tuesday, July 4, at 9 p.m.
- Where: The Beach Club, 925 Beach Club Trail, Gulf Shores
Robertsdale
- When: July 4, at dusk
- Where: Garrett Park, 18080 Pennsylvania St., Robertsdale
