Fort Myers' July 4 celebration at Caloosa Sound Amphitheater: free concert at 7:30 p.m., fireworks and a drone show at 9:15 p.m. over the river.
Last checked Oct. 8, 2026. This page is updated each year. The 2027 details are not out yet, so the facts below are from the city’s 2026 celebration, held Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, 2026, for America’s 250th birthday. Source: the City of Fort Myers events calendar.
Fort Myers celebrates Independence Day on the downtown riverfront. In 2026 the city’s evening at Caloosa Sound Amphitheater, 2101 Edwards Drive, opened at 7 p.m. and ended with fireworks and a drone show at 9:15 p.m. over the Caloosahatchee River. Every event was free.
Who to call
- City of Fort Myers: City Hall, 239-321-7000
- Parking: Denison Parking, downtown Fort Myers
- Official page: the city’s July 4 event listing
The 2026 schedule
Friday, July 3: Art Walk and concerts. The River District Alliance’s Art Walk ran from 5 to 9 p.m. on First Street with Americana-themed work from more than 60 artists, the city’s listing said. Free concerts at Caloosa Sound Amphitheater: School of Rock at 6 p.m., the Tom Petty tribute band Listen to Her Heart at 7 p.m. and the Eagles tribute band To the Limit from 8 to 9:30 p.m.
Saturday, July 4, morning: veterans ceremony. A patriotic ceremony at 10 a.m. at the new All Veterans Memorial in Centennial Park East, 2000 W. First St., honoring veterans and marking the nation’s 250th anniversary. Listing.
Saturday, July 4, evening: concert, fireworks and drone show. At Caloosa Sound Amphitheater:
| Time | What |
|---|---|
| 7 p.m. | Opening ceremony for America’s 250th |
| 7:30 p.m. | Free concert by Deb & The Dynamics |
| 9:15 p.m. | Fireworks and drone show |
The city said times could change with the weather.
Parking and getting there
The city sends visitors to Denison Parking’s Fort Myers page for downtown garages and lots. Under a pilot program that runs through Oct. 31, 2026, the first two hours are free in the city’s three downtown garages; see our getting around guide for the current rules.
Fireworks at home
Florida law (section 791.08 of the Florida Statutes) lets people use consumer fireworks only on New Year’s Day, Independence Day (July 4) and New Year’s Eve. The law does not override local rules, and a recorded homeowners’ association covenant that bans fireworks still applies.
What this means for you
- This page will be updated when the city posts its 2027 plans.
- Everything in 2026 was free; parking is the main thing to plan.
- Home fireworks are legal on July 4 only, unless your HOA covenant says otherwise.
Related: things to do this month, parks and trails and getting around Fort Myers.
Frequently asked questions
Does Fort Myers have Fourth of July fireworks?
Yes. In 2026 the city’s celebration at Caloosa Sound Amphitheater, 2101 Edwards Drive, on the downtown riverfront, ended with fireworks and a drone show at 9:15 p.m. on Saturday, July 4.
Are the Fort Myers July 4 fireworks free?
Yes. The city said all of its 2026 July 4 events were free to the public, including the concert and the fireworks and drone show.
Where should I park for the Fort Myers fireworks?
The city points visitors to Denison Parking’s downtown Fort Myers page for garage and lot information.
Are fireworks legal in Florida on the Fourth of July?
State law allows consumer fireworks on Independence Day, July 4, as well as New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Local rules and recorded homeowners’ association covenants can still restrict them.
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