The Wharf's 4th of July Celebration

News Staff • June 29, 2024

Part of the Red, White and Boom Bash

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The Wharf in Orange Beach is gearing up for its annual Fourth of July street party. The party starts on Wednesday, July 3rd, with festivities beginning at 5 p.m.


Families can enjoy various activities, including a bubble truck, surfboard simulator, bounce houses, face painting, and camel rides. There will also be a patriotic challenge obstacle course, a rock wall, and a reptile bus.


Special guests Lady Liberty and Uncle Sam will make appearances. The evening will start with the National Anthem at 8:45 p.m. followed by a fireworks show.


After the fireworks, attendees can watch the SPECTRA Laser Light Experience. The best viewing area for both the fireworks and SPECTRA will be on Main Street. The palm trees on Main Street will be lit up in red, white, and blue for the celebration.


July 3rd

  • Independence Day Street Party presented by Beachball Propertie: 5-9 pm
  • This celebration is all about red, white + FUN! There will be family friendly activities in the Entertainment District including a bubble truck, bounce houses, face painting ($10), camel rides ($10), Photo 360 Booth, stilt walker, balloon artist, juggler, Reptile Bus, DJ Matt spinning dancing tunes, special appearances by Lady Liberty, Uncle Sam + more.
  • We'll end the night with the palm trees dancing in patriotic colors during our SPECTRA Laser Light Experience. And don’t forget about the grand finale of the night… a fireworks show at 8:45 pm!


July 4th

  • Shark Run 5K: 7 am
  • Don't forget to register now for this race featuring 3 categories: 5K run, 5K competitive wall + 1 mile fun run.
  • Post race party at Sandshaker: An awards party with DJ Blaze + refreshments with cold beverages
  • Under the Sea: 6-9 pm
  • Fireworks



All activities and the fireworks show are presented by Beachball Properties.


The event is free to the public, including parking and admission. For more details, visit The Wharf's official website.

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