Wellington is excited to announce the in-person return of its Annual 4th of July Celebration. The community is invited to participate in a full day of fun and activities, starting with a patriotic pool party at the Wellington Aquatics Complex, and ending at Village Park with a family-friendly celebration and fireworks show.
Patriotic Pool Party
12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Kick-off the day’s festivities at the Wellington Aquatics Complex (12072 Forest Hill Boulevard), with games and activities scheduled on the hour. Admission is free for children ages two and under, $3 for juniors ages three to 17, $5 for adults ages 18 to 54, and $2 for seniors ages 55 and older.
4th of July Celebration
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Next, get your red, white, and blue ready for Wellington’s Annual 4th of July Celebration at Village Park (11700 Pierson Road). This free family fourth celebration includes traditional games, CRAZY games, inflatable obstacle courses and bounce houses, a petting zoo, approximately 20 food trucks, entertainers, and more.
The Original Studio 54 Band will be on stage throughout the event, playing all of your favorite hits from the ‘70s, ‘80s, ‘90s, and today. Attendees may also visit one of the many vendors on-site, or give the gift of life by donating blood at OneBlood’s Big Red Bus®.
Fireworks
9:15 PM
Stick around for Wellington’s Fireworks Extravaganza, presented by Zambelli Fireworks International, beginning at 9:15 PM This spectacular display can be seen for miles around and is sure to please the entire family.
Prior to the fireworks, turn your eyes and ears towards the sound stage for a special performance by the winner of the 2018 Wellington Idol competition and this year's Around Wellington July 4th Vocal Competition, Carly Cantor.
Carly will perform "On this Day," an original song by local composer Jon Frangipane, followed by the National Anthem.
Free Shuttle
On-site parking is limited. Free shuttle service, sponsored by Healthy Partners
Powered by Cano Health, is available from the Palm Tran bus stop at the Mall at Wellington Green, near Macy’s, beginning at 5:30 PM Shuttles do not run during the fireworks show.
Wellington would like to extend special thanks to its featured sponsor, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Health Specialty Center. Wellington would also like to thank HarborChase of Wellington Crossing (Bounce House Sponsor) and Baptist Health for their support.
Masks are recommended. Please observe CDC social distancing guidelines and remain courteous and respectful to fellow attendees.
To learn more about this event, visit wellingtonfl.gov/July4th or call (561) 791-4005. To find other events coming up in Wellington, visit wellingtonfl.gov/Events.
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