06/26/2026
Eight more days till our nation's 250th birthday! Here are ways to celebrate locally!
In Bay County, Florida, July 4th, 2026 celebrations feature major events in Lynn Haven and Panama City, with additional festivities in Callaway and Alys Beach.
*Lynn Haven – Freedom by the Bay: This day-long celebration kicks off at 8:45 a.m. with the America: Stars & Stripes Parade along Highway 77. The evening concludes at A.L. Kinsaul Park with live music by The Gr8ful Dads and Jamie O’Neal, followed by a 25-minute fireworks show at 9:00 p.m.
*Panama City – Salute to Freedom Festival: Held from 4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Panama City Marina, this free event features two stages of live entertainment, including performances by Sons of Saints and Last Left. The festival includes a Family Fun Zone and culminates in a spectacular fireworks display over St. Andrews Bay at 9:00 p.m.
*Callaway – Independence Day Event: A midday family-friendly gathering at Callaway includes a Tyndall AFB Flyover at 10:15 a.m., entertainment by the Don Audette-Rod Stewart Tribute Band, and free food and activities.
*Alys Beach – Donut Eating Contest: A unique tradition featuring a Donut Eating Contest from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for children and adults.
Celebrate the 4th of July in Panama City, Florida with an all-day family-friendly festival and fireworks over the bay!