Red, White & Blue Hometown Extravaganza

event name and fireworks

Get ready, New Port Richey! We’re going bigger and better than ever for America’s 250th! �� This year’s celebration is now a TWO-DAY EVENT packed with family fun, live music, and patriotic pride in Downtown New Port Richey! 


Saturday, June 27 | 4PM–9PM

Sims Park & Orange Lake
FREE | All Ages Welcome

Free Parking and Shuttle Services throughout the event. More information at www.cityofnewportrichey.org/parking.

Saturday Highlights:

Bounce houses & waterslides
Face painting & family activities
Hot Dog & Watermelon Eating Contest (presented by Main Munchery)

Costume Contest with the original Captain America Reb Brown
Live music by: Mullins Music All-Stars, Bradford Graves & The Bar Rags, and The Shaelyn Band

Food trucks & more!
Fireworks Finale over Orange Lake (don’t miss it!)

Saturday's Event Map:

Find where you're going with ease. Follow the icons and information on the below map, or visit the City tent Saturday evening for a copy of our event brochure. 

map of Sims Park and event information

 

Sunday, June 28 – Keep the Celebration Going!

Patriotic Paddle | 11AM–1PM Launch: 11AM James E. Grey Preserve → Lazy Paddle Launch 12PM at Frances Avenue Park → Finish: 1PM Sims Park Boat Ramp

The Paddle will conclude with an awards ceremony for most patriotic paddle gear! Prizes and trophies provided by: Mayor Chopper Davis, Cotee River Brewing Co., Sammy's Surf Shop, Unreel Marine, and Realtor Chad Karr. PLUS a very special guest appearance by the Original Captain America Reb Brown!

Brunch in Downtown at participating restaurants, including: Dented Keg Ale Works, Main Street Deli, Moutaineer Coffee, Sasha's on the Park at Hacienda Hotel, SteamWorks Pub, and The White Heron Tea & Gifts.

Richey Concert Band | 1:30PM–2PM at Railroad Square

Getting Around is Easy:

✔️ FREE parking throughout Downtown
�� Ride the FREE DART Trolley (Sat. 5PM-12AM and Sun. 12PM-6PM)
�� Stops include Sims Park, the parking garage, and downtown lots
�� Track it in real-time at each stop via QR code
�� Learn more: www.CityOfNewPortRichey.org/Parking

Bring your friends, your family, and your patriotic spirit. This is one celebration you won’t want to miss! ✨ 

 

When

  • Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM
  • Sunday, June 28, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Location

Sims Park, 6341 Bank Street, 34652, View Map

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