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2022 NBP Fireworks on the Lake Driven By Sunset Automotive Group
July 3, 2022 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE DAY!
2022 NBP FIREWORKS ON THE LAKE DRIVEN BY SUNSET AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
Join us at Nathan Benderson Park for a festive and patriotic celebration honoring America for the 2022 NBP Fireworks on the Lake Driven by Sunset Automotive Group. Enjoy live music, family fun and, of course, a stunning fireworks display. Classic American fare and drinks available for purchase. Admission is free. Parking for Regatta Island and the South Parking area is ticketed. Pre-purchase parking here.
Live Music
Matthew Johns Band
The Matthew Johns Band is a trio of rockers known for blending modernistic chord changes, anthem-like choruses and catchy hooks. Consisting of Detroit native Matthew Johns (guitar and vocals), Steve Camilleri (drums), a Buffalo native and former drummer for The Dickey Betts Band who holds down the foundation with Jessie Stephens (bass).
Florida-based country artist Derek Lersch has released his six-song EP, 100 Proof. Featuring notable heartfelt ballads to boot-stomping summertime jams, the EP has gained attention from outlets such as The Country Note, Pro Country and Parade. The emerging artist has been on a quick ascent, already opening for notable acts such as Rodney Atkins, Jay Allen and more with performances at Raymond James Stadium and Amalie Arena over the past four years.
Mote Marine Labratory & Aquarium Kids Zone
Children will enjoy this zone filled with games and activities just for them!
Publix Fireworks 4-Miler on the Lake
Runners and walkers alike will enjoy a four-mile course around the park’s competition lake, presented by The Big Bill Foundation and hosted Fit2Run The Runners Superstore. Register to run.
A two-day event!
July 3’s festivities are in-person at the park, but that’s not all! The Suncoast’s leading TV station, WWSB ABC 7, will televise the fireworks as the finale of its Independence Day special at 9 p.m. Monday, July 4.
Hear the fireworks music on the radio!
The music for fireworks will be broadcast on iHeartRadio’s KISS FM (103.9).
The presenting sponsor, Sunset Automotive Group, will showcase Cadillacs Porsches, Audis, Volvos, Volkswagens, Infinits, Chevrolets, Buicks and Kias.
Gates open at 5 p.m. and music starts at 5:30 p.m. with fireworks just after 9 p.m.
Admission is free. Parking is SOLD OUT!
Hotel Discounts!
Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch
Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch
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