North Port: Celebrate the Fourth of July at the City’s annual Freedom Festival
Francesco Abbruzzino, The Uncensored Report, LLC
NORTH PORT, FL – Ready for some fireworks? The City of North Port’s annual Freedom Festival, presented by American Irrigation, will kick off at 5 p.m. on July 4, 2023, at CoolToday Park, 18800 W. Villages Parkway. This family-friendly signature event includes fun activities, great vendors, plenty of food options and fireworks.
Available on the front Event Lawn of the stadium will be a Kids Fun Zone, which will include a variety of free activities such as bounce houses, lawn games and much more. Local food and merchandise vendors are welcome to join in the fun — vendor applications are available for download at NorthPortFL.gov/FreedomFestival.
In addition to the stadium concessions inside the ballpark, there will also be a variety of vendors and community organizations providing informational booths stationed along the concourse. Live music featuring the Tim Charron Band will be performed throughout the night. Seating will be available both inside the stadium or outside on the Event Lawn. If watching the fireworks from the event lawn, the public is welcome to bring blankets or chairs to enjoy the show. No personal fireworks, sparklers or animals will be permitted.
Parking will be available outside the stadium, and the public is encouraged to carpool. Please check the City’s website at NorthPortFL.gov/FreedomFestival for the latest news, answers to your frequently asked questions and schedule updates. Be prepared for congestion and slow-moving traffic as you enter and exit the park; slow and safe is the motto of the day! To receive safety and event-related messages about the festival, text FREEDOM23 to 888-777.
Affordable sponsorships and opportunities for community partnerships for this event are available! To learn more about how you can generate outreach for your business or organization, contact Kristen Anderson, Community Partnerships and Engagement Manager, at 941-429-7143 or email [email protected].
The City would like to thank our Sponsors and Community Partners for this event: American Irrigation, North Port Area Chamber of Commerce and WKDW 97.5 FM.
For more event and vendor information, contact Parks and Recreation at 941-429-PARK(7275) and select option #2.
Traditional media who wish to stream the show for their viewers or readers may contact the City Communications Division to coordinate access. Please email [email protected].