Clearwater Celebrates 250

The city of Clearwater is honoring the 250^th anniversary of America’s founding by showcasing city of Clearwater and other community events leading up to Independence Day. The city’s signature event, Clearwater Celebrates America, an expanded two-day festival, highlights this city-wide celebration. See below for a full list of events for your family to enjoy. Check back as more events are added.

The city welcomes organizations to submit their events for an opportunity to be part of Clearwater Celebrates 250. Events must be patriotic in nature and family-friendly.

Clearwater Celebrates 250 Event Listing

Clearwater Celebrates America

Coachman Park, 300 Cleveland St.
July 3 and 4, 5 to 11 p.m. each day

Clearwater Celebrates America is a two-day festival that will feature a variety of events for all ages. Both nights will have a dedicated children's zone, a mix of international and local musical performances, buskers, local food vendors and more. July 3 will feature a laser light show, and July 4 will have a traditional fireworks show, concluding the Clearwater Celebrates 250-week-long festivities. Activities start at 5 p.m.each night.

Clearwater Serves 2.50

Celebrate America by giving back to the community. Throughout the week of the Fourth of July, various volunteer opportunities will be available in two and a half (2.5) hour increments.

Volunteers are also needed to help decorate Coachman Park before the big day and assist at the event.

Volunteer Sign Up

Summer Movie Series at the Capital Theatre

The Summer Movie Series has begun at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre, featuring a slate of patriotic movies. Tickets start at $10.

June 10: Armageddon
July 11: An American Tail Fievel Goes West
July 31: Captain America - The First Avenger
Aug. 1: National Treasure
Aug. 14: Stripes
Aug. 15: Glory
Aug. 29: Miracle
Sept. 5: Apollo 13

American Tall Tales and Songs - Storytelling Show by Katie Adams

Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave.
June 2, 2 to 3 p.m.

Step back in time to America's early days and hear tales from the legendary lives of Paul Bunyan, Sally Ann Thunder Ann Whirlwind Crockett, and Pecos Bill. Katie Adams spins these tall tales entwined with old-time songs like "This Land is Your Land", "Home on the Range", and more. Young audiences will sing-a-long and thrill to the big, bold stories of America's mythical men and women of power and wonder.

Honoring the History of the Civil Rights in America (For Kids)

Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave.
June 18, 3 to 4 p.m.

Let's honor the history of civil rights in America through various engaging activities.

Pioneer Days (For Kids & Teens)

Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave.
June 23, 2 to 3 p.m.

Journey back to the pioneer days in this engaging program!

Patriotic Pup Pals

Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave.
June 26, 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Register for a 30-minute session to pet and read with a therapy dog from Golden Retriever Rescue. After you make a new doggy friend, adopt a plush pal and decorate their new doghouse (red, white, and blue stickers will be provided) and participate in a special scavenger hunt throughout the second floor. Only the child's name is required to register, and they must be accompanied by an adult.

American Girl Celebration

Clearwater Historical Society, 610 S. Fort Harrison Ave.
June 27, 12:30 to 2 p.m.

In Celebration of America's 250th birthday, the library is hosting the American Girl Party of the century at the Clearwater Historical Society. There will be trivia, games, crafts, and themed snacks to enjoy. The event will take place surrounded by exhibits about local history, and attendees will learn all about the dolls we have grown up reading about.

Florida Suncoast Chorus: American Songbook

Countryside Library, 2642 Sabal Springs Dr.
June 27, 2 to 3 p.m.

Join us at the Countryside Library for a special musical performance of barbershop vocal harmonies, presented by the Florida Suncoast Chorus in celebration of America's 250th anniversary. Relax and listen to some of America's greatest-known songs.

America 250 Kindness Bash

Lotz of Blessings, 1000 Lakeview Rd., Ste. 4
June 29
Session 1: 10 to 11 a.m.
Session 2: noon to 2 p.m.

Join Lotz of Blessings for our America 250 Kindness Bash as we celebrate America through service, kindness, and community impact! Families and youth volunteers will help create 250 PB&J meal bags for local outreach groups and 250 kindness cards for local first responders. This hands-on event is a fun and meaningful way to give back while empowering youth leaders to make a difference in our community. Come help us spread kindness in action!

America 250 - Red, White, and Blue Bracelet Bash

Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave.
June 29, 4 to 5 p.m.

Celebrate America turning 250. Make your own red, white, and blue bracelets at our bracelet bash.

The Great American Duck Decorating Contest

North Greenwood Library, 905 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave.
June 30, 3 to 4:30 p.m.

Celebrate America's 250th Birthday by decorating a rubber duck. Registration is not required, but space is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Dig In!: U.S. National Parks

North Greenwood Library, 905 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave
Wednesday, July 1
Session 1: 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Session 2: 3 to 4:30 p.m.

This week we will focus on U.S National Parks. Explorers will learn about America's oldest park, Yellowstone, create a volcano, and become an honorary national park ranger.

Family Colonial Games Day

Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave.
July 2, 2 to 3 p.m.

Step back in time and try the kinds of games children might have played during the colonial and early American periods. Simple games requiring creativity, movement and a little friendly competition. Children can even make their own version of some of the games to take home with them. Designed for children ages 7 and older.

Night at the Clearwater Threshers

Baycare Ballpark, 601 Old Coachman Road
July 3 and 4

The Clearwater Threshers will celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, presented by Budweiser, at BayCare Ballpark on July 3 and 4. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. for the 6:30 p.m. games. Stay after each game for the season’s largest Threshers postgame fireworks display, with the same show lighting up the sky both nights.

Fourth of July Table Tennis Tournament

Long Center, 1501 N Belcher Road
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with a fun, patriotic day of table tennis! All skill levels are welcome to compete in this giant round robin tournament format. Pizza will be provided for all participants. Medals awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each division. Free community event. Must register at the Long Center by June 27.

All-American Hot Dog Giveaway

Various recreation centers
July 4, noon to 5 p.m.

Several Clearwater recreation centers will give away 250 hot dogs on July 4 from noon to 5 p.m. Grab a hot dog and stay to swim at one of our bright and beautiful pools. Participating facilities include Clearwater Beach Recreation Center, Morningside Recreation Center, North Greenwood Recreation Center and Ross Norton Recreation Center. Come early, as supplies are limited.

Legends of Johnny Appleseed Puppet Show presented by Katie Adams

Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave.
July 15, 2 to 3 p.m.

Puppeteer and storyteller Katie Adams weaves the heartwarming story of Johnny Appleseed from the early days of the United States. Puppets crafted like old-fashioned toys, a storyquilt, and traditional music are all part of the show. Each square of the storyquilt tells an episode in the life of Johnny Appleseed, a man who followed his own unique dream and showed respect for all life.

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