BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 METHOD:PUBLISH CALSCALE:GREGORIAN PRODID:-//WordPress - MECv7.32.0//EN X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://sanfordfl.gov/ X-WR-CALNAME:Sanford Main X-WR-CALDESC:Have a Sanford day X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/New_York BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York X-LIC-LOCATION:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T030000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=03;BYDAY=2SU END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T010000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=11;BYDAY=1SU END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H X-MS-OLK-FORCEINSPECTOROPEN:TRUE BEGIN:VEVENT CLASS:PUBLIC UID:MEC-6194cc9700fea83e075b89f677d3559d@sanfordfl.gov DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250704T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250704T220000 DTSTAMP:20250416T161110Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY CREATED:20250416 LAST-MODIFIED:20250701 PRIORITY:5 SEQUENCE:1 TRANSP:OPAQUE SUMMARY:🎇 Star Spangled Sanford DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n\nVisit our Sponsors who ensure that Star Spangled Sanford is bigger and better than before!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Star Spangled Sanford – a Waterfront Independance Day Celebration\nStar Spangled Sanford\nCelebrate Independence Day in Sanford with an evening of unforgettable family fun from 7 – 10 PM on Friday, July 4, at this waterfront celebration along the beautiful Sanford Riverwalk on the southern shore of Lake Monroe on the St. Johns River.  Our Radio Partner  K92.3  will be onsite to keep things festive!  You will be dazzled by cirque-style street performers, redefine deliciousness with all the tantalizing food and drink choices, and shop a wide variety of homemade goods and local vendors for a unique and fun shopping experience for all ages.\nNEW IN 2025! \nFt. Mellon’s construction is complete!  Families are encouraged to bring all of their tailgating supplies – pop-up shade structures, camping chairs, picnic blankets, games, and toys – and enjoy a fabulous evening on Ft. Mellon Park’s beautiful lawn!  See “Event Essentials” below for what is allowed and what is not,  but carts / wagons and small, personal coolers are welcome.  Please leave pets of all kinds (dogs, birds, snakes, etc.), sparklers, fireworks, drones, glassware, and alcohol at home.   Don’t forget your tennis shoes as most other forms of travel (golf carts, scooters, bicycles, etc.) are not possible at our event.  [At 8 PM – please collapse all shade structures for everyone’s sunset and fireworks viewability.]\nBIGGER AND BETTER KID ZONE!!!!\nLadies 327 is EXPANDING the Kids Zone on Ft. Mellon’s lawn with more bouncy houses, face painters, and more!   Ft. Mellon Park’s playground, splash pad, and basketball courts will be open too!   Enjoy fun and games while catching up with friends, family, and neighbors.  \nWe look forward to seeing you at Star Spangled Sanford!  Bring your friends, family, camping chairs, and picnic blankets for a relaxed and festive evening by Lake Monroe. The evening wraps up with a spectacular fireworks show just after 9 PM!\nPlease share your social media event photographs with us by tagging “@City of Sanford, FL Government”.\n Sponsorship Packages\nJoin the City of Sanford to celebrate American by being a sponsor for the Star Spangled Sanford, July 4th Celebration on the Riverwalk! There are exciting sponsor packages that include marketing during the event along with billboard signage, a Special Guest Reception with VIP parking, dinner, and a private viewing area to enjoy the amazing fireworks. Click on the link below to learn more about this great marketing opportunity.\n2025 Star Spangled Sanford Sponsorship Opportunities \n Event Space Snapshot: Sanford Riverwalk, Ft. Mellon Park & Historic Downtown Sanford\nSanford Riverwalk\nThe Sanford RiverWalk, located along the southern shore of Lake Monroe on the St. Johns River, is an award-winning, 9.1-mile, 10′ wide, multi-use trail that is a beloved destination for bicyclists, runners, photographers, anglers, and outdoor recreation enthusiasts—including boaters and sailors.  Veterans Memorial Park, located on the Riverwalk, is a  meaningful destination offering a tranquil and reflective space dedicated to honoring the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.\nThe City of Sanford has received several prestigious honors for its dedication to community spaces and trail development, including:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe international Making Cities Livable Award for excellence in urban-designed trails.\n\n\nThe Readers’ Choice Award for #1 Family-Friendly Waterfront Community Destination.\n\n\nAnd in January 2025, Sanford was officially designated a Trail Town by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Office of Greenways and Trails, recognizing its commitment to eco-tourism and outdoor recreation.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re strolling, shopping, dining, biking, or enjoying a peaceful moment by the water, the Sanford RiverWalk is the perfect place for our community to gather. It’s also one of the best spots to catch our historically beautiful sunrises and sunsets—especially as we come together to celebrate our Nation on Independence Day!\n Ft. Mellon Park \nLocated right along the scenic Lake Monroe waterfront, Ft. Mellon Park is one of Sanford’s most popular outdoor destinations—perfect for a relaxing day with family and friends.  It offers a huge playground with plenty of space for kids of all ages to explore and play; one the largest Splash Pads in Central Florida to cool the kids off ($2 admission per person); basketball courts, open fields, and shady pavilions, with stunning lake views and is just steps from Sanford’s Downtown District. Ft Mellon Park is the perfect place for families to gather and picnic while they enjoy our Independence Day Celebration.\nDowntown Sanford\nYou must spend some time in Historic Downtown Sanford –  a vibrant district that seamlessly blends rich history with modern charm. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1985, this area boasts over 50 preserved buildings dating from the late 1800s to the early 1900s. Residents and visitors alike enjoy the blend of old-world charm and contemporary amenities that make Historic Downtown Sanford – a bustling hub of activity with craft breweries, award-winning restaurants, and unique boutiques – a dynamic destination! \nYou will also notice the City’s commitment to the Arts throughout the City with a collection of outdoor sculptures, murals on both public and private buildings, and our Utility Box Art. You will want to plan on spending the weekend with us – and returning for many more! \n Event Essentials: Health, Safety, & Event Services & Guidelines \nRestrooms:\nPublic restrooms (some portable) are available in Ft. Mellon Park, along Seminole Boulevard and also located at Palmetto Ave. and Seminole Blvd.\nLost Child Protocol:\nContact any uniformed City employee – Police, Fire, Parks & Recreation, etc. to report the missing child.  The employee will expedite getting a law enforcement official to you quickly.  All lost children are escorted by law enforcement to their Emergency Command Station at the City of Sanford’s City Hall, located at 300 N. Park Avenue. \nEmergency Medical Services:\nIn case of any emergency, please dial 911.  Emergency Medical Personnel will be available near Ft. Mellon Park’s largest pavilian on 1st Street.  Additional EMS teams will monitor the event space via carts and bicycle.  \nWhat to Bring:\n\n\n\nSmall personal coolers (approximately 12″ x 12″) are allowed. All bags, containers, and coolers are subject to search at any time.\nWagon carts are permitted and encouraged for carrying your supplies in, and out, of the event.\nPop-up tents (limited to 10’x10’ without sides), large beach-style umbrellas, blankets or tarps (no larger than 10’x10’), folding beach/camping chairs are authorized.  However, all tents, umbrellas, and tarps must be taken down no later than 8 pm for the viewing enjoyment of everyone.\n\n\n\nWhat Not to Bring to Star Spangled Sanford:\nGuests with any of these items may be asked to leave the event space early or meet with our law enforcement representatives. \n\n\n\nNo personal fireworks of any kind—including sparklers—are permitted within the event space.\nNo Drones\nNo Alcohol and/or illegal drugs.  Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase from authorized vendors.\nNo Weapons, sharp objects, glassware and/or glass containers of any kind.\nAutomated transportation devices, including golf carts, bicycles, scooters, and skateboards. (Due to large crowds, we also recommend leaving personal bicycles at home.)\nFor their safety, pets must remain at home and are not permitted in the Star Spanged Sanford event space from 8 am – 11 pm.\n\n\n\nAll city ordinances remain in effect on July 4. For example, open container laws apply—alcohol must be consumed only on the premises where it is purchased. Unauthorized street or sidewalk vending is not permitted unless part of the official event in the event space.\nOn July 4, the event space is generally defined as Seminole Boulevard from Palmetto Avenue to Mellonville Avenue, and from the lakefront to 1st Street. \nThank you for your cooperation to create a safe and enjoyable Independence Day celebration for everyone!\n Vendors – Food, Drink & Merchandise\nCome Hungry – Arrive Early!  Get ready for an unforgettable evening of food, fun, and fireworks at Star Spangled Sanford!\nStay tuned for our list of vendors!  The very best of Florida’s food trucks, as well as a variety of smaller table-top or trailer food vendors, will be waiting to tantalize your taste buds starting at 6 PM – perfect for all the early birds seeking the best vantage points throughout the Star Spangled Sanford event space. You will be able to indulge in BBQ, steak & cheese sandwiches, hot dogs, cheeseburgers, snow cones, kettle corn, churros, funnel cakes, caramel apples, and much, much more!  You will also shop a wide variety of homemade goods from local vendors and artists for a unique and fun shopping experience for all ages.  Selections between baked goods, custom jewelry, 3D items, crochet items, wood crafts, as well as scented candles, soaps, and lotions will make it difficult to choose!\nVendors are welcome to apply to participate in Star Spangled Sanford by contacting our event partners at  “Ladies327, Inc.” ( https://www.ladies327.org/ ).  Please email your product descriptions with photographs of your 10×10 booth with your product and/or food display to Kim@Ladies327.org ( mailto:Kim@Ladies327.org ).   \nLadies327 is the only organization that will provide vendors for Star Spangled Sanford. \nNOTE:  Please be wary of fraudulent advertising for vending at this event.  Feel free to call the Recreation Department at 407.688.5120, x. 1 for verification if needed.  \n2025 Star Spangled Sanford Vendor Application ( https://sanfordfl.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-Star-Spangled-Sanford-Vendor-Registration-and-Hold-Harmless-Revised-JB.pdf )\n Road Closures and Downtown Parking\nJuly 2 | 7 AM – July 5  | 8 AM: \nPortions of the northeast section of the Downtown Sanford Marina closed.\nJuly 3 | 5 PM – July 4 | 11 PM:\nDowntown Sanford Marina and NE portion of Marina Isle closed. Boat and trailer parking is available in the municipal lot at Palmetto and Seminole Boulevard.\nJuly 3 | Midnight – July 4 |11 PM: \nStreet Closures include:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeminole Boulevard, from Mellonville Avenue to Palmetto Avenue;\nMellonville Avenue, San Juan Avenue, and Sanford Avenue, from 1st Street to Seminole Boulevard;\nCommercial Street, from Sanford Avenue to Palmetto Avenue; and\n1st Street, from San Juan Avenue to Sanford Avenue.\nCity Hall parking lot is also closed with restricted access for first responders only.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 4 | 8 AM – 11 PM: \nBoat ramps closed.  Parking at 520 on the Water & Marina Isle Waterfront Assisted Living closed.\n4 PM – 11 PM:  \nAll Marina access is restricted. Palmetto Avenue, from Commercial Street to Downtown Sanford Marina, is closed.\nFree guest parking is available at designated parking lots, including the municipal lot, located at Palmetto Avenue and Seminole Boulevard, with on-street parking throughout downtown.  See the guest parking map.\n\n Downtown Sanford Marina\nDownload Event Schedule\nDowntown Sanford Marina – Fireworks Launch Site\nFor the safety of our guests and boaters, the Downtown Sanford Marina will serve as the launch site for the Star Spangled Sanford fireworks show, requiring changes to normal access and operations. \nJuly 2 | 7 AM – July 5  | 8 AM:  \nPortions of the northeast section of the Downtown Sanford Marina closed. \nJuly 3 | 5 PM – July 4 | 11 PM:  \nDowntown Sanford Marina and NE portion of Marina Isle closed. Boat and trailer parking is available in the municipal lot at Palmetto and Seminole Boulevard. \nJuly 4 | \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n8 am – 11 pm:  Parking at 520 on the Water & Marina Isle Waterfront Assisted Living closed. \n8 am – 11 pm:  Public Boat ramps are closed. All remaining vehicles and trailers will be towed. Emergency Management will secure and monitor the area to ensure a safe and successful fireworks display.       \n5 – 11 pm:  All Marina access restricted, including the east basin. Palmetto Avenue, from Commercial Street to Downtown Sanford Marina, is closed.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoater Access Guidelines:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoats already in the water by 8 AM, and located in the east basin, may enter Lake Monroe until 4 PM.\n\n\nAfter 4 PM, no vessels may enter or exit the east basin due to the required safety zone for fireworks.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoat Re-Entry Following Show: \nBoats may return to the east basin after the Fire Marshal gives the all-clear following a full safety inspection. We anticipate the all clear before 10:30 PM.  \nFree guest parking is available at designated parking lots, including the municipal lot, located at Palmetto Avenue and Seminole Boulevard, with on-street parking throughout downtown.\nThank you for your cooperation in helping us ensure a safe and enjoyable Independence Day celebration for all!\n Fireworks, Fireworks, Fireworks\nFireworks Show | 9:15 PM\nEnjoy a spectacular fireworks display over Lake Monroe, choreographed to a lively soundtrack of fun, upbeat and patriotic music. With a professional sound system running along Seminole Boulevard, from San Juan Avenue to Palmetto Avenue, guests along the waterfront will experience the full impact of this unforgettable show.\nThis custom production is brought to you by Zambelli Fireworks, the ‘first family in fireworks’ – one of the most respected names in pyrotechnics. With over a century of experience and a legacy of artistic excellence, Zambelli has specially designed this show for Sanford’s scenic lakefront—featuring thousands of dazzling shells timed to the music.\nGet ready for a truly breathtaking finale to our Independence Day Celebration!\n Traffic Exit Plan & Travel Restrictions\nFor approximately one hour after the fireworks show, Officers will man intersections and work traffic lights to expedite downtown traffic.  Please review the set traffic patterns on Seminole Blvd, 1st Street or Mellonville Avenue which will assist us to minimize traffic congestion following the event:\nQuickest Exit Strategies:  \n\n\nFor southbound traffic, use 2nd Street to Mellonville Avenue – both lanes will be restricted to southbound travel to Celery Avenue.\n\n\n1st Street traffic will continue westbound on 1st Street, over 17-92, toward I-4.   This is the only option during this time period – Northbound and Southbound traffic, from 1st Street onto 17-92, will be temporarily restricted during this short time period. \n\n\n17-92 traffic northbound is restricted to the west turn lane onto 1st Street, heading westward to I-4.\n\n\nSeminole Boulevard, and all roads north of 1st Street, will continue on Seminole Boulevard, along the Riverwalk to I-4. \n\n\nOther exit strategies, but without officer-assistance, include:\n\n\n17-92 southbound traffic access will be available from 3rd Street.\n\n\nSee the Exit Illustration.\nThank you for joining us at Star Spangled Sanford and for your patience exiting the event space!  We look forward to seeing you again soon!\n \n Traffic Exit Map\n \nStar Spangled Sanford Traffic Egress Map\n \n URL:https://sanfordfl.gov/events/star-spangled-sanford-459/ ORGANIZER;CN=Parks and Recreation:MAILTO:ParkandRecreationInquiry@Sanfordfl.gov CATEGORIES:City Event,Events,Road Closure LOCATION:Ft Mellon Park/RiverWalk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR