Boca Raton's Fabulous Fourth fireworks are at Countess de Hoernle Park; the 2026 show began at 9:10 p.m. 2027 details are not out yet. Recreation: 561-393-7810.
Last checked Oct. 8, 2026. This page is updated each year. The City of Boca Raton has not announced its 2027 Fourth of July plans; its Fourth of July page says “stay tuned for Fabulous Fourth 2027.” What follows is the 2026 celebration, from the city’s Fabulous Fourth 2026 announcement, so you know what to expect. We will update it when the 2027 details are posted.
Boca Raton’s Independence Day celebration, the Fabulous Fourth, is run by the city’s Recreation Services Department with the Greater Boca Raton Beach and Park District. It ends with free fireworks over the water at Countess de Hoernle Park, 1000 Spanish River Blvd. The city held its first Fourth of July fireworks in 1958 at Memorial Park; the show later moved to Florida Atlantic University before settling at Countess de Hoernle Park.
Who to call
- Recreation Services (Fabulous Fourth): 561-393-7810
- City Hall: 561-393-7700
- Police non-emergency on the night: 561-368-6201
- Official page: Fabulous Fourth
The 2026 schedule
For the nation’s 250th anniversary the city filled the whole day, Saturday, July 4, 2026:
| Time | Event | Where | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7:15 a.m. | Firecracker 5K, first 1,000 registered runners, shirt and medal | Florida Atlantic University, 777 Glades Road | $40; no race-day sign-up |
| 8 a.m. | Liberty Cup pickleball and tennis tournament | Patch Reef Park and The Racquet Center | $35-$50 |
| 1 to 4 p.m. | Fabulous Fourth Block Party: crafts, yard games, a DJ, food trucks | Sugar Sand Park, 300 S. Military Trail | Free |
| 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. | Fabulous Finale: live music at 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. | Countess de Hoernle Park | Free |
| 9:10 p.m. | 20-minute fireworks show | Countess de Hoernle Park | Free |
Food trucks stopped serving at 9:15 p.m.
Parking and getting there
In 2026 the city’s free parking for the finale was at the Boca Raton Innovation Campus (BRiC), entered from Yamato Road or Spanish River Boulevard. From there it was a 5- to 7-minute walk along a themed “Liberty Trail.” Ride-share drop-off was at 4530 Technology Way. A limited free trolley ran from 6:30 p.m. to the end of the event.
What to bring, and what to leave home
- Allowed: blankets, lawn chairs and reusable water bottles; the city’s mobile water unit gave out free filtered water.
- Not allowed: pets, coolers, sparklers, drones, alcohol and glass bottles.
Frequently asked questions
Where are the fireworks in Boca Raton on the Fourth of July? At Countess de Hoernle Park, 1000 Spanish River Blvd. In 2026 the show began at 9:10 p.m.
What time do the fireworks start? 9:10 p.m. in 2026. The 2027 time has not been announced.
Where do you park? In 2026, free at the Boca Raton Innovation Campus, entered from Yamato Road or Spanish River Boulevard, with a limited free trolley.
Can I bring a cooler or my dog? No. Pets, coolers, sparklers, drones, alcohol and glass were banned in 2026.
Is it free? The fireworks and the block party are free; the 5K and the racquet tournament charge fees.
What this means for you
- Watch the city’s Fourth of July page for 2027 details; we will update this guide when they are posted.
- Arrive early: parking is a walk from the park.
- Leave the dog at home; pets are not allowed.
Related: things to do this month, parks and trails and getting around Boca Raton.
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