Southwest Florida has a LOT of different Fourth Of July events going on this year, and since the fourth falls on a Monday, it really opened up the holiday to be celebrated all weekend long. Actually, as you’ll see, one event didn’t even wait for the weekend. We’re gonna get started on Thursday. I did my best to do the research to list all of the events going on here in SWFL, but please reach out if I missed one. These are all outdoor events, so keep in mind that weather can change all the plans. Happy Fourth Of July Weekend everyone!

• THURSDAY:

• Collier Sheriff Hot Summer Nights - Golden Gate Community Center

  Collier Sheriff Hot Summer Nights - Golden Gate Community Center

  Party event in Naples, FL by Events In SW Florida on Thursday, June 30 2022

• SATURDAY:

• Everglades City 4th of July Family Day Festival

  Everglades City 4th of July Family Day Festival

  Party event in Everglades City, FL by Events In SW Florida on Saturday, July 2 2022

• Independence Day Backyard Picnic Street Fest (Downtown Fort Myers)

   

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• MONDAY:

• Priority Business Solutions Freedom 5K - Cape Coral

  2022 Priority Business Solutions Freedom 5K

  Event in Cape Coral, FL by Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral on Monday, July 4 2022

• Independence Day Parade - Bonita Springs

   

  2024 Independence Day Parade

  The Bonita Springs Independence Day Parade takes place annually on July 4th at 9:00 am on Old 41 between Kentucky St & Rosemary Dr. The parade has been organized by the Bonita Springs Firefighters Union since 1958.

• Bonita Springs Star Spangle Bonita

  Bonita Springs Star Spangle Bonita

  Party event in Bonita Springs, FL by Events In SW Florida on Monday, July 4 2022

   

   

• Sanibel Island 4th of July Parade

   

  Sanibel Island 4th of July Parade

  Party event by Events In SW Florida on Monday, July 4 2022

• Fort Myers Beach 4th of July Parade

  Fort Myers Beach 4th of July Parade

  Party event in Fort Myers Beach, FL by Events In SW Florida on Monday, July 4 2022

• Naples 4th of July Parade

  Naples 4th of July Parade

  Party event in Naples, FL by Events In SW Florida on Monday, July 4 2022 with 212 people interested and 59 people going.

• Naples 4th of July Celebration at Sugden Regional Park

  Naples 4th of July Celebration at Sugden Regional Park

  Party event in Naples, FL by Events In SW Florida on Monday, July 4 2022

• City of Cape Coral Red, White & BOOM!

  City of Cape Coral Red, White & BOOM!

  Music event by City of Cape Coral Special Events and Cape Coral Parks and Recreation on Monday, July 4 2022 with 201 people interested and 124 people going. 33 posts in the discussion.

• Freedom Fest: Downtown Fort Myers July 4th Celebration

  Freedom Fest: Downtown Fort Myers July 4th Celebration

  Party event in Fort Myers, FL by Downtown Fort Myers on Monday, July 4 2022 with 556 people interested and 188 people going.

• Victory Church - Lehigh Acres

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• Sanibel Island 4th of July Fireworks

  Sanibel Island 4th of July Fireworks

  Party event by Events In SW Florida on Monday, July 4 2022

• Marco Island Fireworks

  Marco Island Fireworks

  Party event by Events In SW Florida on Monday, July 4 2022

• Fort Myers Beach 4th of July Fireworks

  Fort Myers Beach 4th of July Fireworks

  Party event in Fort Myers Beach, FL by Events In SW Florida on Monday, July 4 2022

   

• Naples Fourth Of July Fireworks

  The City of Naples Fireworks Display will be held on Monday, July 4th at 9:00 p.m. The
  fireworks will be presented from a barge approximately 900 feet north of the Naples Pier.
  The Naples Pier will be closed at 6:00 p.m. to permit first responders (Fire, Police, EMS)
  to establish their posts for the fireworks display. The Naples Pier will reopen at 11 p.m.
  Suggested Routes
  Because heavy vehicular and pedestrian traffic is expected before and immediately
  following the fireworks, attendees traveling from U.S. 41 North or Golden Gate Parkway
  may find it easier to watch the fireworks from the beaches north of 5th Avenue South and
  depart the city on the following routes:
   3
  rd Ave. South to U.S. 41 North
   Central Avenue to U.S. 41 North
   4
  th Ave. North to U.S. 41 North
   7
  th Ave. North to U.S. 41 North
   Gulf Shore Blvd. North to Mooring Line Drive to U.S. 41 North
   Gulf Shore Blvd. North to Mooring Line Drive to Crayton Road
  Officers will direct traffic at most of the major intersections, with an emphasis on moving
  traffic north onto U.S. 41, east to U.S. 41 and north onto Goodlette Road. Please do not
  attempt to use alleys to bypass traffic as this will only increase congestion.
  Inclement Weather Procedures
  The Naples Fire Department will have the authority to alter the scheduled start time
  of the fireworks display based on weather conditions, such as wind, rain or lightning.
  The fireworks display will not be cancelled but may be delayed or commence at an
  earlier time.
  In the event of inclement weather, attendees will be notified utilizing news media,
  public address systems, and VHF marine radio on Channel 16.
  Road Closures/Extended Traffic Delays
  Following the fireworks display:
   Southbound traffic on U.S. 41 will be delayed for extended periods of time.
   Westbound traffic on U.S. 41 (5th Avenue South/Gordon River Bridge) will be
  delayed for extended periods of time.
   Vehicles will not be permitted to travel eastbound on 5th Avenue South
  between 3rd Street South and 9th Street South until normal traffic flow
  resumes.
   This is done to permit traffic to exit as quickly as possible and relieve
  congestion throughout the City of Naples.
  Parking – General Information
  Everyone is encouraged to use public parking in the downtown areas and to respect
  the property of others by not blocking driveways or parking on private property
  without the owner’s consent. The city parking garages located at 4th Avenue
  South/8th Street South entrance off 4th Ave. S.) and 6th Avenue South/8th Street
  South are located only a short walk from the beach. Public parking will also be
  available at Lowdermilk Park and the beach ends between 20th Avenue South and
  8
  th Avenue North.
  The Naples Police Department reminds everyone that strict parking enforcement will
  occur in marked “No Parking” areas, with attention given to Gulf Shore Blvd.,
  intersections, bike lanes, and areas adjacent to fire hydrants. There will be no
  parking allowed on either side of Gulf Shore Boulevard between 20th Avenue
  South and 8th Avenue North / South Golf Drive. Violators will be cited and
  towed.
  Beach Parking Rules
  Parking time limits will be enforced on July 4th. All parking areas have signs to assist
  visitors in understanding the parking rules.
  The rules are:
   All unmetered parking spaces require a beach parking permit.
   All metered parking spaces require payment or beach parking permit.
   No littering.
   No glass, animals, or fires allowed on the beach.
   No parking of trailers, trucks, recreational vehicles or buses within one block
  of the beach.
   Violators will be towed.
  Resident Parking Only
  There are twenty-four (24) beach ends reserved for City of Naples and Collier
  County beach parking permit holders only. Non-resident parking is prohibited at
  these locations:
   7th Avenue North *
   North Lake Drive
   6th Avenue North *
   4th Avenue North
   3rd Avenue North
   2nd Avenue North *
   1st Avenue North
   Central Avenue
   1st Avenue South
   2nd Avenue South *
   3rd Avenue South *
   4th Avenue South HR
   6th Avenue South
   7th Avenue South *
   9th Avenue South
   10th Avenue South *
   11th Avenue South
   Broad Avenue South
   15th Avenue South *
   16th Avenue South
   17th Avenue South
   18th Avenue South *
   32nd Avenue South
   33rd Avenue South *
  * Beach Shower Location
  HR – Handicap Ramp
  Pay Stations /Pay-by-Space
  Several parking areas have multi-space parking meters, including Lowdermilk Park
  and the Naples Pier.
  These machines, conveniently located near the entrance to the parking area, accept
  coins and Master Card and Visa. The cost is 25 cents for each 5 minutes of parking
  or
  $3.00 per hour. A minimum payment of $1.50 is required. Each parking space is
  designated with a number that must be entered into the pay station.
  The pay stations at the Naples Pier also offer Extend-by-Phone Service. The Extendby- Phone service allows visitors to receive parking expiry reminders and extend
  time for pay station-initiated transactions via text messaging (SMS).
  The Extend-by-Phone Service does not require a user account. Extend-by-Phone is
  compatible with virtually all mobile phones and delivers value for both visitors and
  parking operators.

  Visitor (Metered) Beach Parking Locations include:
   Seagate Drive beach access
   Horizon Way*
   Vedado Way*
   Via Miramar*
   Lowdermilk Park*
   8th Avenue North
   5th Avenue South*
   8th Avenue South *
   Broad Avenue South – 100
  Block
   Broad Avenue South – 200
  Block
   Pier / 12th Avenue South* HR
   13th Avenue South
   13th Avenue South – 100 Block
   14th Avenue South
  * Beach Shower Location
  HR – Handicap Ramp
  Parking Ticket Fines
  Parking tickets are $77. The parking ticket increases to $102 after 10 days unpaid.
  Handicap parking violations are $252.
  Handicapped Access
  The City of Naples provides handicap beach access at the locations listed below.
  Lowdermilk Park has beach wheelchairs available on a first come, first served basis.
   17th Avenue South, 4th Avenue South, 6th Avenue North, 8th Avenue South,
  Horizon Way, Lowdermilk Park, Naples Pier, Vedado Way, Via Miramar, City
  Pier
  Beach Parking With a Handicap Sticker
  Any disability permit holder may park at any space without payment, in accordance
  with Florida Statute 316.1964. The only requirement is that the permit holder is
  driving or being transported. A disability permit does NOT allow parking in a bus
  loading zone, fire zone, handicapped access aisles, any areas posted as no parking
  zones, or parking in excess of the posted time limit. Also, no parking is allowed at
  any metered beach parking space between 11 p.m. to 5 a.m.
  The 4th Avenue South beach access will be specifically designated for handicapped
  parking. An officer will monitor this location beginning at 4 p.m. to ensure only those
  with handicap placards are permitted access. This road will also be on a first come,
  first served basis.
  Disabled Parking and Viewing of Fireworks
  A portion of the Naples Pier will be open to disabled individuals who rely on
  assistance for mobility (wheelchairs, walkers, canes, etc.). These persons may be
  accompanied by one individual for assistance.
  Those seeking disabled parking spaces are encouraged to arrive early. Parking
  spaces are not reserved and are only available on a first come, first served basis.
  Mobility disabled attendees may be dropped off at the intersection of 12th Avenue
  South and Gulf Shore Boulevard South while their driver, companion, etc. seeks
  parking.
  Restrooms/Port-o-Lets/Disabled Facilities
   Full-service restrooms will be available at the Naples Pier and Lowdermilk Park.
   Handicapped access Port-o-Lets will be available at 4th Avenue South and the
  Naples Pier.
   Port-o-Lets will be available at the following beach ends:
  Central Avenue, 1st Avenue South, 3rd Avenue South, 5th Avenue South, 6th
  Avenue South, 7th Avenue South, 9th Avenue South, 10th Avenue South, 11th
  Avenue South, Broad Avenue South, 13th Avenue South, 14th Avenue South,
  16th Avenue South, 17th Avenue South, and 18th Avenue South
  Command Post
  Members of the Naples Police Department and Naples Fire Department will be
  stationed in the field, on the northeast side of the 5th Ave. South and 9th Street South
  intersection. The Command Post will be parked at this intersection and will be
  staffed by officers, detectives, and sergeants during the hours of 9 p.m. – 11 p.m.
  Attendees seeking first aid, assistance in locating friends or family members, lost
  children, etc. can find many first responders at the foot of the Naples Pier.
  Prohibited Items/Conduct
   Fireworks of any kind, including sparklers and sky lanterns are prohibited
  on City beaches and anywhere west of Gulf Shore Blvd. Violators will have
  their fireworks confiscated and face a fine of $115.
   Don’t Litter! When you are preparing to leave the beach and gathering your
  belongings, please do not leave your trash behind. There are several trash
  disposal containers located at every beach access point.
   Do not take glass onto the beach. Naples beaches do not permit glass
  containers. The fine for this offense is $115.
   No animals (service animals are exempt), bicycles, motorized vehicles, or
  scooters are permitted on the city beaches.
   Alcoholic beverages are allowed as long as it is not in a glass container. No
  Glass on Beaches or Peir is Allowed.
  Miscellaneous
  The following are a few items to ensure your evening is fun and safe:
   Do not keep valuables visible in your car.
   Have a plan with your children in case your family becomes separated.
   Use discretion when allowing your “beach neighbors” to watch your belongings
  if you decide to take a walk or go for a swim.
   Leave your fireworks and sky lanterns at home.

• Fourth Of July Safety Information From The Lehigh Acres Fire Department

  

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