This amazing spectacle over the Matanzas is the highlight of the summer!
There’s no better place to celebrate America’s birthday than in the Nation’s oldest city. With historic charm, waterfront views, and a night sky bursting with color, St. Augustine’s Fireworks Over the Matanzas is a must-experience summer tradition for locals and visitors alike.
This year, it’s more than just fireworks—2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and St. Augustine is the perfect place to reflect on our country’s journey. Soak up the sunshine, explore brick-lined streets rich with history, and end the evening with a breathtaking fireworks display over Matanzas Bay.
Join us for an unforgettable Fourth of July as we honor 250 years of American independence—right here on Florida’s Historic Coast.
Celebrate Independence Day in the Nation’s Oldest City with one of the East Coast’s most spectacular fireworks displays. The festivities begin at 6 p.m. with a free concert by The All-Star Orchestra in the Plaza de la Constitución, featuring big band, swing, and patriotic favorites.
The evening culminates at 9 p.m. with a dazzling fireworks show over Matanzas Bay, visible from the Castillo de San Marcos, the Bridge of Lions, and Vilano Beach.
Offer valid for stays July 1–6, 2026. Use code "My First Stay" at booking to receive the discount.
Escape the stress of packing and enjoy a relaxing stay with a range of family-friendly amenities, including complimentary beach chairs…
Building America, the Life and Vision of Franklin W. Smith83 King St.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
America 250: 3-Course Prix Fixe Menu at Cordova Coastal Chophouse95 Cordova St.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
First Friday Art Walk22 Marine Street
St. Augustine, FL 32084
Independence Celebration at the Castillo de San Marcos11 S. Castillo Ave.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
America250: Ximenez-Fatio House Museum20 Aviles Street
St. Augustine, FL 32084
Fury's Fourth of July Live Music Sunset & Fireworks Sail250 Vilano Rd.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
Watch The Fireworks With Pirates Aboard The Black Raven111 Avenida Menendez
St. Augustine, FL 32084
Sunset & Fireworks Private Boat Experience117 Dockside Dr.
St. Augustine , FL 32084
Sunset Tasting Tour w/Fireworks3076 Harbor Dr.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
July 4th Sail in Style3076 Harbor Dr.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
City of St. Augustine’s Independence Day Celebration1 S. Castillo Dr.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
July 4 - St. Augustine Fireworks and Concert 904.825.1004 The All Star Orchestra performs in the Plaza de la Constitucion then one of the largest fireworks displays on the East…
Stories of American Veterans at ReFRAME Gallery200 San Sebastian Vw.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
The Wiener Werkstätte: Art, Luxury, and Beauty in Modern Vienna at Lightner Museum75 King St.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
“St. Augustine Through the Lens of William Henry Jackson” at Lightner Museum75 King St.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
City of St. Augustine Visitor Information Center 10 S. Castillo Dr. St. Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 825-1000
Irish Diaspora in the City of St. Augustine Exhibit10 S. Castillo Dr.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
"A Moment in Time: America 250" at Lightner Museum75 King St.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
Field to Fork: Voices of a Hastings Food Story312 N. Main St.
Hastings, FL 32145
St. Augustine Free Walking Tours10 S Castillo Dr.
St. Augustine , FL 32084
"Entanglements" Acrylic and Oil Paintings by Susanne Schuenke6000 Sawgrass Village Cir., Ste. B
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
"Riding High" Vintage Bicycles from the Keith Pariani Collection at Lightner Museum75 King St.
St. Augustine , FL 32084
"The Very Ground That Shaped Us" at Crisp-Ellert Art Museum48 Sevilla St.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
Building America, the Life and Vision of Franklin W. Smith83 King St.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
"The Gilded Age: Treasures" at Lightner Museum75 King St.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
