City of Gulfport 4th of July Celebration

Wake up early and bring the kids to the Gulfport Marina’s Fishing Derby at the Michael J. Yakes Recreation Complex’s (5730 Shore Blvd. S.) from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.. Registration is on the seawall and is always free. Registration starts at 7:30 a.m. today. Please bring your own fishing pole as the Marina’s staff will provide bait and prizes.

The Free Family Sand Sculpture Contest sponsored by the Gulfport Recreation Division will take place from 10:00 a.m. to

12:00 p.m. on Gulfport’s very own Municipal Beach. The theme is “Patriotic”, so bring your own tools and supplies, registration begins at 9:30 a.m. Winners will be announced at 12:15 p.m.

Welcome local businesses, organizations, family and friends in the City of Gulfport Independence Day Parade at 6 p.m. Bring your red, white and blue and have some fun celebrating the 4th of July! The best viewing location is directly in front of the Casino at 6 p.m.

A welcome by the Gulfport Mayor and City Councilmember’s. Northwest of the Casino steps. Immediately following the parade.

Live music from the New Horizons Band of Gulfport as they perform patriotic music on the Casino Deck area at 7 p.m.

At 9 p.m., a phenomenal fireworks display will launch from the Williams Pier. The best viewing location is Gulfport Beach.

Please visit https://mygulfport.us/july_4th_celebration for more information or to register for the parade. Last day to sign-up for the parade is Monday, June 27.