Watch America's birthday light up the Gulf from the world's longest fishing pier
<p>Ring in America's independence with a bang at Navarre Beach, where the official 4th of July fireworks spectacular launches from the end of the longest pier on the Gulf of Mexico. Presented by the Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Council, the pyrotechnic display begins at 9 p.m. and is visible for miles — whether you're on the beach, out on the water, or dining at Windjammers right on the pier.</p><p>The celebrations run all day long. Windjammers on the Pier throws a full beach party with live music starting in the morning, a DJ set, afternoon rock bands, and continued entertainment into the night. Two full-service bars keep the drinks flowing, and the restaurant serves up seafood and pub favorites with an unmatched Gulf view as the sun sets before the fireworks begin.</p><p>Navarre Beach is one of the most beautiful and least crowded stretches of the Emerald Coast, making this an especially inviting spot to celebrate Independence Day. Arrive early to stake out your spot on the sugar-white sand, watch the sunset over Santa Rosa Sound, then enjoy the fireworks painting the sky above the Gulf of Mexico.</p>
Families and couples wanting a less-crowded July 4th beach experience with spectacular pier fireworks
Fireworks at 9 PM from the fishing pier, live music all day, beachside viewing, full bar and restaurant on the pier
Arrive in the afternoon to get a good spot on the beach; Navarre is far less crowded than Destin so parking is much easier.
Free to watch from the beach; $1 pier entry fee; food and drinks at Windjammers are a la carte