A Real Big Fourth of July – The Heights District at Armature Works
A Real Big Fourth of July – The Heights District at Armature Works
Tampa’s biggest free waterfront Fourth of July celebration kicks off with a Muscle Car Show at 10 AM before the main festivities begin at 5 PM along the Hillsborough River. Enjoy live performances from Tampa Funk Machine and Second Rodeo, a legendary Hot Dog Eating Contest with a $500 prize, Kids Zone with carnival games, water slides, rock wall, and bungee trampolines, a petting zoo, and a spectacular fireworks show at 9 PM. Upgrade to VIP pier seating, reserved South Lawn chairs, or blanket seating for premium waterfront fireworks views.
Date and Time: Saturday, July 4, 2026, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Muscle Car Show 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Fireworks 9:00 PM)
Location: Armature Works, 1910 N Ola Ave, Tampa, FL 33602
Age: All ages (family friendly)
Cost: Free general admission | VIP Pier $300/6 people | South Lawn 21+ $100/person | South Lawn All Ages $50/person | Blanket Seating $50/2 people | Kids Zone wristband $35/child (pre-purchase)
Activities Include: Muscle Car Show, DJ Deacon, Tampa Funk Machine, Second Rodeo live performances, Hot Dog Eating Contest ($25 entry, $500 prize), water ski show, Holiday Boat Parade, Kids Zone (carnival games, water slide, rock wall, bungee trampoline, airbrush station), petting zoo, glitter tattoos, crafts, food vendors, fireworks show
Contact: [email protected] | armatureworks.com/fourth-of-july-2026
