Looking to Find Your Family Fun for the 4th of July weekend?
We've curated a list of all things Independence Day (kid-friendly) in Fort Myers - Fort Myers Beach.
But first, now's a good time to discuss Why We Celebrate the 4th of July with your kiddos!
Arts and Crafts
Events and Fireworks
4th of July and Summer Recipes
Other Resources
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Arts & Crafts
- 3 Easy July 4th Crafts for Kids
- Beaded American Flag Pin
- DIY 4th of July Candle Holders
- Painted Fireworks for the 4th
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Events & Fireworks
*Please note: If you intend to enjoy the beach, you may still do so, just know that private fireworks are prohibited. Here is a list of the restaurants that are open on Fort Myers Beach, though some may be closed for the holiday. You can park and take the Beach Trolley, park in one of the beach accesses, or park in the Times Square area.
Please review this Fireworks Safety article!
A full list of 4th of July Events can be viewed on our calendar, and using the "Categories" Filter: Independence Day or by searching "🇺🇸"
Here are the ones we found:
- Freedom Fest | July 2
- Fort Myers Beach 4th of July Parade | July 4
- 4th of July Pre-Fireworks Party! | July 4
- 6th Annual July 4th Block Party & Chili Dog Eating Competition | July 4
- Fourth of July Celebration in Downtown Fort Myers | July 4
- Mighty Mussels Independence Day Weekend | July 4
- Fort Myers Beach Fireworks 🎆 | July 4
- More events to be added as we learn about them!
4th of July & Summer Recipes
- 5 Ways To Enjoy Ice Cream This Summer
- Celebrate the 4th of July with Red, White & Blue Cupcakes
- Cherry Chicken Lettuce Wraps A Delicious Summer Meal
- Desserts & Sides for 4th of July
- How to Carve a Jawesome Shark Head Out of a Watermelon
- Peanut Butter & Jelly Cookies are Jam-tastic
- Patriotic Parfaits a Perfect Treat For Your Fourth Of July Party
- Recipe Roundup: Red, White and Blue Treats
- Sizzling Summer Eats: Flash-Grilled Skirt Steak & Charred Tomato Salsa
- Summer Fresh Watermelon and Tomato Salad
- This Corn, Black Bean, and Avocado Salad is Summer in a Bowl
Other Resources
- 4th of July FREEBIES
- 7-Eleven 7REWARDS or Speedy Rewards members get a FREE Slurpee between 7/1 - 7/11, PLUS another FREE Slurpee on 7/11 day (7/11)
- 7 Tips to Keep Kids Safe in the Backyard Pool
- Beach & Summer Safety
- Family-Friendly Movies in Fort Myers-Fort Myers Beach This Summer
- How to Host the Easiest Fourth of July Party Ever
- Summer Resources
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