2011 4th of July Channelside Tampa
Mon Jul 4, 11:00 AM - Tue Jul 5, 3:00 AM

Celebrate Tampa's 2011 4th of July in Channelside.  With entertainment from live music, fireworks and restaurants and bars in the area. Channelside consistently puts on the largest fireworks show in Tampa for the 4th of July, so don't miss the 4th of July 2011 fireworks display! Watch the show from several locations listed below like the popular choice of the Channelside Entertainment Complex, which is said to have the best view.  For an added entertainment bonus, the Florida Aquarium is presenting a low cost admission for the 4th of July; Check out the Florida Aquarium 4th of July Special!  You can also view the fireworks aboar the SS American Victory Ship.SCHEDULE FOR MONDAY, JULY 4th, 2011Entertainment:Live music, dancing, drinks, dining, family and kids activities

12:00pm (-3:00pm): Band 1 – on main stage12:00pm (-4:00pm): Balloon Artist in courtyardCruise Ship Departure3:30pm (-6:30pm): Band 2 – on small stage in front of large stage4:00pm (-8:00pm): Face Painter – in courtyard6:00pm: Channelside Drive will close from the Aquarium Circle all the way down to Meridian. As parking garages and lots fill up, additional road closures will occur and traffic will be re-routed to additional parking options downtown and Ybor.6:30pm/7:00pm: Wharf open7:00pm (-10:00pm): Band 3 – On main stage8:45pm: Preparation for Fireworks and Music Countdown8:55pm: Countdown to the start of the fireworks9:00pm(-9:12pm): Fireworks Display!9:30pm (-10:00pm): DJCHANNELSIDE FIREWORKS VIEWING LOCATIONS Channelside Bay PlazaYacht StarShipThe Florida AquariumHarbour IslandBayshore BoulevardContanchobee ParkSS American Victory ShipMarriott Waterside HotelTampa Bay History CenterSt Pete Times ForumSave the drive! Check out the TECO Line Streetcar if you want to park in a less congested area like Ybor and Downtown, or even if you want to head to one of these districts to pre-game or continue the Fourth of July celebration after the show!  View the 4th of July Tampa 2011 Guide for additional infor