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Pulse of the Coast Jul 2026 | Bringing Together Events That Define Life Along the Gulf Coast

  • Writer: Nicole Thompson
    Nicole Thompson
  • 7 hours ago
  • 1 min read
Pulse of the Coast event calendar showcasing July 2026 happenings across the Gulf Coast, from Destin and 30A to Pensacola.


Thousands of cyclists and spectators fill a palm-lined downtown street during a festive Independence Day bike parade celebrating America's birthday along the Gulf Coast.

Independence Day Bike Parade And Celebration

July 3, 2026 | 2:00 PM

Free Event

Marina Park, 238 Watercolor Blvd.

Santa Rosa Beach, FL




Fireworks illuminate the night sky above a luxury yacht and marina during a Fourth of July dinner cruise, creating a festive waterfront celebration.

4th of July Dinner Cruise

July 4, 2026 | 6:00 PM

Tickets $35-$165

SunQuest Cruises Solaris Yacht

Miramar Beach, FL




Spectators gather along the waterfront to watch colorful fireworks burst over the Gulf during an Independence Day celebration.

Pensacola Beach 4th of July Fireworks


July 4, 2026 | 9:00 PM

Free Event

Santa Rosa Sound / PB Boardwalk

Pensacola Beach, FL




Visitors gather outside a large open-air pavilion during a summer festival featuring community activities, food, entertainment, and family-friendly attractions.

Watermelon Festival at Props Brewery Hammock Back


July 16-19, 2026 | 3:00 PM

Free Event

1700 Great Hammock Bend

Freeport, FL



Participants proudly display colorful paintings during a waterfront paint-and-sip event overlooking the coast.

Paint & Sip at St. Andrews Park

July 25, 2026 | 6:00 {M

Tickets $35+

4607 State Park Ln

Panama City, FL




Runners race through a crowd of cheering spectators carrying colorful inflatable batons during the annual Running of the Bulls Pensacola event.

Running of the Bulls Pensacola

July 25 | 9:00 AM

Pricing Varies

Seville Quarter

Pensacola, FL




JUne 2026 Events

More events may be added as the season unfolds. Be sure to explore our June 2026 events!


Pulse of the Coast event calendar showcasing July 2026 happenings across the Gulf Coast, from Destin and 30A to Pensacola.

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