United Flagler Fourth

The City of Palm Coast, in partnership with the Flagler County Government, Flagler Beach, and Bunnell, invites residents and visitors to come together for the 2026 United Flagler Fourth Community Celebration on Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, 2026, marking the 250th Anniversary of American Independence.
The weekend will kick off with First Friday at Veterans Park in downtown Flagler Beach on Friday, July 3rd at 6:00 p.m. The Stars and Stripes Parade, presented by the Rotary Club of Flagler Beach, follows on Saturday, July 4, 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m. The parade will follow its traditional route along A1A in Flagler Beach, traveling from 6th Street North to 6th Street South.
The weekend’s main event, Fireworks Over the Runways, takes place at Flagler Executive Airport, with public entry opening at 5:00 p.m. This family-friendly event will feature a wide variety of food trucks, vendors, a beer garden, children’s activities, and live entertainment on the main stage.
Local dignitaries and elected officials will deliver a reading of the Declaration of Independence at 6:30 p.m., following a performance of the National Anthem. At 7:00 p.m., spectators can cheer on contestants in the first-ever United Flagler Fourth Hot Dog Eating Competition, presented by Hot Diggity Dogs & Shakes, as local leaders and community personalities compete for the coveted title of “Top Dog.”
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Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and settle in for an evening of entertainment leading to a spectacular fireworks display at 9:00 p.m.
In celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary, this year’s event will feature a thrilling warbird showcase at the airport from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., leading up to the fireworks finale. For the first time ever at United Flagler Fourth, historic military aircraft will take to the skies in a high-energy aerial showcase honoring the legacy, courage, and spirit of America.
Event Information & Parking Details
Guest parking for Fireworks Over the Runways, including accessible spaces, will be located at the rear (south side) of the airport and is accessible only via Fin Way off South Belle Terre Boulevard. This will be the sole entrance for the event. There will be no access to the front of the airport and no parking available at Flagler Palm Coast High School.
Airport Road and Bulldog Drive will be closed to traffic at 5:00 p.m. Parking along South Belle Terre Boulevard is strictly prohibited; all guests must use designated parking areas on Fin Way.