This free, family-friendly celebration features water slides, live music, the Blackwater Pyrates Duck Race, and a fireworks show—offering something for all ages.
City Event Schedule (See Maps Attached):
- 3:00 PM – 8:45 PM – Water slides open to the public at Jernigan’s Landing (5158 Willing Street)
- Skip the lines! Parents can fill out the required waiver form online ahead of time here: https://shorturl.at/RWKsl
- 5:00 PM – Blackwater Pyrates Great Milltown Duck Race begins from the Highway 90 Bridge
Boaters must clear the area between the Highway 90 Bridge and the train trestle from 4:45 to 5:45 p.m. - 7:00 PM – Bands on the Blackwater concert featuring the Chase Mitchell Band at Jernigan’s Landing
- 9:00 PM (approximately) – Fireworks Display
The river must be completely clear of boat traffic between Russell Harbor and the Highway 90 Bridge by 8:30 p.m. for the fireworks to launch.
Daytime Event (Hosted by the Santa Rosa County Chamber of Commerce & Tourist Information Center):
- 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Freedom Car & Bike Show at 4315 Avalon Boulevard, Milton, FL
Enjoy music, awards, and retail vendors prior to the downtown festivities.
Street Closures & Parking (Downtown – July 4):
- Willing and Pine Streets will close to public traffic at 7:00 a.m.
- Tow trucks will begin removing unauthorized vehicles at 9:00 a.m.
- Early arrival is recommended for best parking availability
River Access Restrictions:
- No mooring or docking at the Riverwalk all day (drop-offs only)
- No anchoring between the south side of the Highway 90 Bridge and north of the train trestle from 4:45 to 5:45 p.m. during the Duck Race
- No boat traffic between Russell Harbor Landing and north of the Hwy 90 Bridge from 8:30–9:30 p.m. Fireworks cannot launch if boats are in the safety zone
Accessibility & Emergency Services (See Maps Attached):
- 30 accessible parking spaces will be available behind the courthouse for vehicles with a valid disability permit.
Access will be granted via Highway 90 and North Willing Street - Onsite emergency services will be stationed behind the courthouse at Jernigan’s Landing
- Media parking will be available via the Willing Street entrance only. Media passes must be requested in advance through the Public Information Office
Public Reminders:
- Bring water, sunscreen, and shade
- Arrive early for the best fireworks viewing spots
- Be mindful of street closures, volunteers, first responders, and river safety regulations
For more information, please contact the City of Milton’s Public Information Officer at (850) 983-5400 ext. 1046 or email pio@miltonfl.org.
2024 Riverfest Photos for Media Release: https://we.tl/t-dyZl0WfhTE