4th of July 2026 Fireworks in St. Augustine
The Annual July 4th Fireworks Celebration in St. Augustine, Florida is on July 4, 2026.
Last updated on June 01, 2026
Fireworks over the Matanzas for 2026
Where: Barge in the Matanzas Bay
Duration: Approximately 20 minutes
Visitors and viewers of our annual fireworks will be arriving all day to find that perfect spot to watch the spectacular display. Our city is expecting a large amount of people downtown, so please plan on staying for a bit after the fireworks to avoid being caught in traffic. Some local businesses will be open after the fireworks to help ease the congestion.
The Bridge of Lions makes for an ideal viewing location.
Public & Portable Restrooms
There are public Restrooms at the Visitor Information Center, St Augustine Municipal Marina and various permanent locations in the Historic area. There will be multiple locations of portable bathrooms in this area including the following:
- Water Street
- Castillo de San Marcos
- Avenida Menendez on the Bayfront
- King Street
- St. George Street, multiple locations
View the map here.
St. Augustine’s 4th of July festivities officially commence at 6:00PM
The 4th of July festivities in St. Augustine officially commence at 6:00PM with patriotic big band music under the Gazebo in the Plaza de la Constitución. The concert is performed by the All Star Orchestra and includes Big Band favorites as well as patriotic tunes. It is free to attend and lasts approximately two hours, ending around 8:00PM.
Afterward, walk the short distance to the Bayfront for a prime viewing spot for Fireworks Over the Matanzas. The best and most popular areas for viewing are the grounds surrounding the Castillo de San Marcos, the sidewalk along the Bayfront, or the Bridge of Lions. With an extensive sound system stretching along Avenida Menendez, the area between the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and the Bridge of Lions will be ideal as St. Augustine joins the nationwide America250 celebration.
General Parking Information
Parking downtown will be limited … visitors are encouraged to arrive early.
Parking in city-owned lots and on-street is free on July 4th, as it is on all federal holidays. Just make sure prior to parking that the lot is city-owned and not a private one. Additionally, the Historic Downtown Parking Facility located adjacent to the Visitors Information Center is a good place to park as it can fit 1,200 vehicles. The rate is $20.00 per car per entry; $3.00 per vehicle with the ParkStAug St. Johns County resident discount.
Please Note – There will be no vehicular access to or from the Castillo de San Marcos parking lot on July 4th; the lot will be closed. Any vehicles left in the lot overnight from July 3 to July 4 will be towed.
Broudy’s Lot, located at 198 W. King Street open – free parking from 5:00pm until midnight. Within walking distance to downtown; no shuttle provided.
Free Parking and Free Shuttle
From 6:00pm to Midnight, the City of St. Augustine provides free shuttle service and parking on a first-come-first-serve basis. The City is partnering with Old Town Trolley Tours by providing the shuttle service. Riders of the free shuttle are dropped off on the east side of the Bridge of Lions. The shuttle will drop passengers at the intersection of Flagler Blvd. at Gerado Street. When riders are ready to head back to their car, they can be picked up at the same location.
No eastbound traffic will be allowed per the St. Augustine Police Department.
Use the shuttle and park for free at the following locations:
- Anastasia Baptist Church: 1650 A1A S, St. Augustine, FL 32080
- St. Augustine Amphitheatre: 1340-C A1A S, St. Augustine FL 32080
- R.B. Hunt Elementary School: 125 Magnolia Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32080
- St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park: 999 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, FL 32080
Note: The St. Augustine Alligator Farm is a parking-only location. If you park here, you can gain access to the shuttle at R.B. Hunt Elementary School. Use the lighted crosswalk at Anastasia Blvd. just east of the attraction and law enforcement will assist you to cross the road safely.
Road/Street Closures, Traffic Rerouting, and Parking Restrictions
Make sure your 4th of July trip is as stress free as possible. Get information on road closures, traffic rerouting and areas that have restricted parking.
Enjoy the full 4th of July experience:
Visit the areas best restaurants and things to do.
Restaurant and things to do may have longer wait times due to 4th of July visitor volume. Avoid traffic after the fireworks stick around. Take advantage of the businesses that have extended hours; stroll through the gift shops, find live music to listen to, grab a drink or bite to eat at the many restaurants or one of St. Augustine’s night life establishments.