The Independence Day Parade on Sanibel Island begins at 9:30 a.m. at Periwinkle Way and Tarpon Bay Road. Spectators are encouraged to arrive early for seating; bring lawn chairs or blankets, bottled water, sunscreen, and bug spray. Parking is available at Jerry’s Foods, Sanibel Community Church, Tahitian Gardens Shopping Center, Forever Green/ACE Hardware, Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ, Periwinkle Place Shopping Center, The Community House, Sanibel Community Park, Sanibel Square, The Village Shops, Palm Ridge Place and Bailey’s Center.
Immediately following the parade, the intersection of Periwinkle Way and Casa Ybel Road. Boy Scout Troops 193 and 316 serving hot dogs and drinks for donations. Water slides, dunk tank, bounce house, slip and slide, karaoke, face painting and snow cones. Tents, tables, chairs, and fans are available.
4th of July Fireworks launch at dusk from the beach at the end of Bailey Road. Best viewing from the Sanibel Causeway. Arrive early for parking. Bailey Road will be closed all day.
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