It's advised by the Santa Rosa Island Authority and Pensacola Beach Chamber that you arrive early to reserve your spot on the sand. The display is projected to last for about 30 minutes. Symphony, Sparks & Stars July 4th event and concert The United States Marine Corps will present the colors to open the event, followed by the national anthem. At the conclusion of “The Star Spangled Banner,” fighter jets will come screaming over the bay. The patriotic concert kicks off right after that flyover and the aforementioned Sertoma fireworks, launching from the Bayfront Parkway area, will be visible for all concert attendees.