Northeast Florida is going big for America's 250th birthday, with fireworks displays stretching along the St. Johns River from Jacksonville all the way down to Palatka — plus celebrations lighting up the Atlantic coastline.

The St. Johns River corridor offers some of the most scenic viewing in the region, with the water reflecting the shows and plenty of waterfront vantage points to choose from across Jacksonville.

Beachgoers along the Atlantic side won't miss out either, with coastal communities joining in on the nationwide semiquincentennial celebrations.

Whether you're staking out a riverfront spot in the city or spreading a blanket on the sand, there's no shortage of options for marking the milestone holiday on the First Coast.

For a full rundown of locations and events, Jax Today has the details.