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City of Destin to host Annual Family Independence Day Celebration & Bike Parade

The City of Destin has announced that it will be hosting its Annual Family Independence Day Celebration & Bike Parade on Tuesday, July 2. The event, which is free to the public, […]

Jared Williams

The City of Destin has announced that it will be hosting its Annual Family Independence Day Celebration & Bike Parade on Tuesday, July 2. The event, which is free to the public, will take place at the track at Destin Elementary School located at 630 Kelly Street.

The celebration will begin at 4 p.m. with a variety of activities for children 14 and under, including face painting, arts & crafts, and bouncy houses. Food trucks will also be onsite from 4-7 p.m., offering a range of dining options for attendees.

The highlight of the event will be the Bike Parade, which is set to kick off at 6 p.m. Participants are encouraged to decorate their bikes, strollers, or wagons, as awards will be given for different categories.

Pre-registration for the Bike Parade is required and can be completed online at www.cityofdestin.com/reconline.

The City of Destin has limited food truck vendor spaces to 6 vendors for the event. Interested vendors are advised to register early by calling 850-654-5184 to secure their spot.

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