Looking for coastal 4th of July inspiration? You’ve come to the right place, this post is all about coastal 4th of July ideas to inspire you!

Living on Cape Cod means a coastal 4th of July every year! If you live near the beach then you totally understand. “Coastal” and “East Coast summer” have been a big trend on social media and I love it.
If you’re looking to infuse your Fourth of July celebration with the relaxed elegance of coastal living, you’re in the right place. This post is all about all things coastal and patriotic – from desserts and tablescapes.
Whether you’re planning a beachside gathering, hosting a backyard clambake, or simply want to bring a touch of coastal elegance to your 4th of July this year, this curated post will leave you feeling inspired and ready to celebrate the holiday in timeless, coastal style.
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Let’s dive into the details that make a Coastal Fourth of July both memorable and effortlessly chic!

- Perlette Cream Melamine Dinner Plates
- Taper Candle Blue Spiral Candle Sticks
- Lobster-Shaped Cookie Cutter
- Round Braided Placemats Set of 6
- Candlestick Holders
- Light blue and cream gingham table runner
- Small American Flags on Stick
- Portable Gold Table Lamp Touch Battery Operated
- Combe Faux Floral Bundle by Abigail Ahern
- Lobster Cocktail Beverage Disposable
- Wine Goblet Glasses
- Kyoto Mirror 5-Piece Flatware
This post is about coastal 4th of July ideas.
coastal 4th of July desserts:
Firstly we have this adorable cake that is perfect for a coastal 4th of July. The lobster made of strawberries is the cutest thing I’ve ever seen, I am obsessed. To make this even more festive for the fourth you could add some blueberries around the edges.
Secondly, I am obsessed with these hydrangea cupcakes. How gorgeous are these!! These are so perfect for a coastal 4th of July especially here in New England when hydrangeas are in full bloom for the fourth.
coastal 4th of July appetizers:
This is an adorable appetizer. Once again I am obsessed with the strawberry lobster! This is a cream cheese fruit dip. So easy to do but looks so put together.
How cute are these little appetizer breads!? Not exactly sure what it is but looks like French bread with some cheese spread, halved cherry tomatoes, and some basil. So cute!
Again I am not 100% sure what this appetizer is but it sure looks adorable. I wish there was a recipe for this but there’s not one listed on Pinterest. According to one of the comments, it is basic bread dough formed into a fish, and baked with parmesan, asiago, and squash ‘scales’.
Here we are again with the lobster but this time cut from tomatoes. I love focaccia bread and have always wanted to bake my own. Let me know if you have a good recipe. Nonetheless, this bread looks not only delicious but cute too!
Although this is not an appetizer it’s an adorable idea that needed to be recognized. This is perfect if you planning on hosting and having some cocktails. All in all so cute and unique!
Lastly, this is literally so easy to do but looks like you went the extra mile. All you need to do is slice your watermelon as normal and use a lobster-shaped cookie cutter to cut out lobster shapes. So cute!
coastal 4th of July tables capes:
Moving along to some coastal 4th of July tablescapes, we first have this well-put-together table that I am obsessed with. First off, you must have hydrangeas as they are the perfect coastal vibe along with woven chargers and scalloped plates. The blue and white gingham runner and the use flags are also adorable.
I also love this very New England/coastal vibe tablescape that would be perfect for the 4th of July. I love the blue and white striped tablecloth, the bamboo silverware, the crab-printed plates, and the lamps with the rattan shades. Altogether this is such a good coastal tablescape for summer!!
Lastly, we have this counter tablescape that has all the coastal patriotic vibes to it. This image just screams coastal 4th of July and I am loving it. Also, the view is amazing.


