Destin, Fla. – In honor of Independence Day, the City of Destin and its sponsors are hosting the 33rd Annual Independence Day Fireworks Show. The fireworks show can be seen over the East Pass and will begin at 9 p.m. on Thursday, July 4th. Tune in to Z96 (96.5 FM) for the simulcast music. In the event of inclement weather, the fireworks show will take place on Friday, July 5th at 9 p.m.
The City of Destin encourages everyone to think “safety first” if you plan to set off your own fireworks. Firework laws shall be enforced and please keep in mind that anything that flies or explodes is illegal in Florida. Citizens can use sparklers, fountains, and smokers. If you plan to purchase legal fireworks do so from a state-certified fireworks distributor only. Place used fireworks in a bucket of water before you dispose of them, keep small children and animals away from the fireworks and never relight those that don’t work.