4th of July at Sun Outdoors Sarasota

Thursday, Jul 3, 2025 at 1:00pm

Sun Outdoors Sarasota
7125 Fruitville Rd

Join us as we celebrate our independence with a week full of patriotic spirit and all things red, white, and blue. From festive displays to classic Americana vibes, it's a time to honor tradition, freedom, and the summer season.

Schedule of Events:

1:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Activity Center Hours Change - Free

Activity Center is open today from 1pm-8pm

Location: Activity Center

1:00 PM: Patriotic Star Wand - Free

Sparkle and shine with our Patriotic Star Wand craft! Using bright red, white, and blue materials, you'll create your very own festive star wand-perfect for waving during parades, poolside fun, or any Fourth of July celebration. Easy to make and full of sparkle, these wands are great for kids and adults alike to show off their holiday spirit!

Location: Activity Center

1:30 PM: Ceramic Painting

Create your own masterpiece with Ceramic Painting at our Activity Center-choose your favorite ceramic piece from our selection and paint it to reflect your unique style and creativity! 

Location: Activity Center

2:00 PM: Paper Roll Firework Painting - Free

Celebrate the Fourth with a colorful bang! Use recycled paper rolls dipped in bright red, white, and blue paint to create vibrant firework patterns on your canvas. This fun and eco-friendly painting activity is perfect for all ages-just dip, stamp, and watch your festive masterpiece light up the paper. A creative way to capture the spirit of Independence Day with every splash!

Location: Activity Center

2:30 PM: Design your own Hat

Get ready to show off your style! Customize your own hat using a variety of fun patches. Mix and match designs to create a one-of-a-kind look that's uniquely yours. Perfect for all ages-let your creativity shine!

Location: Activities Center

3:00 PM: Cotton Ball Star Painting - Free

Get creative with soft and fluffy cotton balls in this fun star-themed painting activity! Use cotton balls as brushes or stamps to dab paint and create textured, patriotic stars in red, white, and blue. Perfect for all ages, this craft combines sensory fun with artistic expression-ideal for celebrating the Fourth of July or any day you want to add a little sparkle!

Location: Activity Center

3:30 PM: Tie Dye/Reverse Dye

Transform white shirts, bold black tees, vibrant greens, radiant reds, and navy blues with an array of colors into colorful canvases with Tie Dye/Reverse Dye at our Activity Center-choose from a variety of sizes, and explore the magic of vibrant dyes and creative techniques, either by rubber banding and coloring indoors or crafting unique bleach patterns outdoors!

Location: Activities Center

4:00 PM: Popsicle Stick American flag - Free

Celebrate patriotism with this simple and fun Popsicle Stick American Flag craft! Use popsicle sticks to build the flag's frame, then paint or decorate the stripes in red and white. Add a blue square with white stars using paint, stickers, or markers to complete your mini flag masterpiece. Perfect for all ages and a great keepsake to show your red, white, and blue pride!

Location: Activity Center

4:30 PM: Sand Art

In the Activities Center, kids can enjoy the colorful world of Sand Art by layering vibrant sands into bottles or jars to create stunning, personalized designs. This creative activity not only sparks imagination but also results in a beautiful, tangible piece of art to showcase and treasure.

Location: Activities Center

5:00 PM: Sidewalk Chalk - Free

Let your creativity shine outdoors with our Sidewalk Chalk activity! Grab some colorful chalk and create everything from patriotic designs to fun games like hopscotch or giant murals right on the pavement. It's a great way for all ages to express themselves, enjoy the sunshine, and add a splash of color to the day. Washes away easily-so feel free to get as creative as you want!

Location: Activity Center

5:30 PM: Suncatcher Painting

Shine with creativity in Suncatcher Painting at the Activity Center! Choose from our wide selection of plastic suncatchers and let your artistic side flourish as you paint them with suncatcher paint. Watch your artwork turn into stained glass as the sun gleams through - it's a sun-soaked adventure in creativity!

Location: Activities Center

6:00 PM: Splash-N-Craft - Free

Make a splash while getting creative at our Splash-N-Craft poolside activity! Cool off in the water between crafting fun projects like colorful bracelets, patriotic decorations, or summer-themed art. Perfect for all ages, this activity combines the best of both worlds - a refreshing dip and hands-on creativity. Dive in, craft up, and enjoy a fun-filled day by the pool!

Location: Poolside

6:30 PM: Build - A - Friend

Bring your imagination to life with Build-A-Friend at our Activity Center-choose your perfect stuffed animal from our selection, stuff it to huggable perfection with stuffing and a star, seal it up with the help of our friendly staff, and fill out a new birth certificate for your new addition.

Location: Activities Center

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Glow Foam Party - Free

Dive into the ultimate after-dark experience with our Glow Foam Party poolside! As the sun sets, the foam rises and the lights go neon-get ready to dance, splash, and glow under the stars. With music pumping, glowing accessories, and mountains of foam, this high-energy event is a can't-miss summer highlight. Wear white or neon for the full glowing effect, and bring your party spirit-fun for all ages!

Location: Poolside


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