From the City of Sanford

The City of Sanford released a schedule this week for its upcoming July 4 Red, White & Blue Bash, scheduled for 5 p.m. at Kiwanis Park in Sanford.

The event will begin with live music from the Marcel Portilla Band and a hot dog eating contest at 6:30 p.m. The Fandinos will perform at 7 p.m., followed by the “Great American Dance Party” with D.J. BFree at 8:15 p.m.

Fireworks will begin at dusk.

Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets and arrive early to enjoy a full evening of festivities that will include performances by Dancer’s Workshop and the Temple Teen Ensemble. Food trucks, face painting, a sensory zone and special giveaways will go throughout the night, and the splash pad on site will remain open until 7 p.m.

“America’s 250th birthday is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reflect on our nation’s history and celebrate the values that continue to unite us,” said Mayor Rebecca Salmon. “We invite everyone to join us at Kiwanis Family Park as we honor this historic milestone with an evening of community, patriotism and family fun.”

Event Highlights

  • 5 p.m. – Festival opens
  • 5:30 p.m. – Marcel Portilla Band
  • 6:30 p.m. – Hot Dog Eating Contest
  • 7 p.m. – The Fandinos
  • 8:15 p.m. – The Great American Dance Party with DJ BFree
  • Dusk – Fireworks Spectacular

To help attendees avoid traffic and parking congestion, three free trolleys will operate throughout the evening. Limited disability and general parking will be available at Kiwanis Family Park. Attendees are encouraged to park in downtown Sanford and take advantage of the trolley service.

Trolley pickup will begin at 3:30 p.m. Stops will be located in the Chatham Street Parking Lot behind 115 Chatham Street, the Steele Street Parking Lot beside 114 N. Steele Street, and the corner of Wicker and Steele streets. The last trolley will leave Kiwanis Family Park at 11:15 p.m.

Parking will not be permitted along the shoulder of Wicker Street or on private property without permission. Following the fireworks display, all traffic exiting Kiwanis Family Park will be directed to turn right.

The Sanford Fire Department, Sanford Police Department and FirstHealth EMS will be on-site throughout the event to help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees.

Learn more at https://micro.page/July4th.