Star Spangled Sparkman
July 4 @ 4:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Get ready to party, Tampa! Sparkman Wharf’s 6th annual Star Spangled Sparkman is back.
Enjoy live entertainment, a game zone, face painting, roaming performers, and tasty food and drink specials. Experience our waterfront views and see the Blessing of the Fleet, a Boat Parade, and a Water Ski Show before the grand fireworks finale. The event is free and open to the public, but space is limited, so come early!
Schedule of Experiences
11 a.m. Sparkman Wharf opens
4 p.m. Star Spangled Sparkman begins & Premier Viewing area opens
4 – 9 p.m. DJs presented by Classic Entertainment
6 p.m. Water Ski Show presented by Friends of the Tampa Riverwalk
7:30 p.m Boat Parade Arrival at Sparkman Wharf
9 p.m. Fireworks show begins
Premier Viewing Access Tickets
Get Premier Viewing access with an exclusive bar, hydration station with A/C, bleacher seating, private A/C restrooms and more! Enjoy an exclusive viewing experience with premium vantage points for the water ski show, boat parade, and fireworks show.
Pricing
Adults (21+) – $100 advanced purchase; $120 walk-up purchase (after 2 p.m. on July 4th)
Under 21 – $80 advanced purchase; $100 walk-up purchase (after 2 p.m. on July 4th)
Your Ticket Includes:
+ Sips & Bites: Each ticket includes 2 drink tickets and 2 snack tickets, redeemable at any of the select food and beverage vendors within the Premier Viewing area on the wharf, with access to a private bar for additional purchases.
+ Bleacher seating
+ Air conditioned hydration station to stay cool and refreshed.
+ Exclusive private entrance to the wharf and private restrooms.
+ Giveaways and more
Premier Viewing Location: On the Wharf at Sparkman Wharf.
A portion of the proceeds from Star Spangled Sparkman will benefit Friends of the Riverwalk. Friends of the Riverwalk is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization working in partnership with the City of Tampa to develop, activate and promote Tampa’s downtown waterfront. Their goals are to connect the downtown riverfront parks, museums, attractions and businesses while supporting further expansion and development of the Riverwalk, creating an inviting outdoor destination and building a stronger sense of community.