Here’s where to celebrate the Fourth of July in South Florida.
Miami-Dade County
Aventura’s Fourth of July features fireworks and a drone light show starting at 9 p.m., Tuesday, July 4. Viewing spots are along Country Club Driver over the Turnberry golf course. Behind Aventura Mall at NE 195th St., off Biscayne Boulevard.
Coconut Grove’s 4th of July Celebration with the Miami Symphony Orchestra, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, Peacock Park, 2820 McFarlane Road. Seats are first come, first served. Also scheduled are a drone show and a picnic contest for the best eco-friendly picnic setup for a chance to win prizes. For more info, click here.
Coral Gables’ Fourth of July at the Biltmore Hotel. Monday, July 4 from 5 to 10 p.m. 1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables. Grounds open at 5 p.m. concert at 7 p.m. fireworks at 9 p.m. For more info, click here.
Doral’s Independence Day at Trump National Doral is sold out. The fireworks at 9:20 p.m. on Tuesday, July 4 will be livestreamed on Facebook and YouTube. There will also be a 10-minute firework display near the Doral Glades Park area at 9:20 p.m. City of Doral is advising residents if they live in the area, they can watch the fireworks from the “comfort of your home.” For more info, click here.
Hialeah’s celebration features music from Lenier, Rick Valido, and Marlon Fernandez. Also, music by DJ Yus and DJ A10. The celebration includes a fireworks and laser display and bites from local food trucks. Tuesday, July 4 from 4 to 11 p.m., Milander Park, 4800 Palm Ave. For info, click here.
Homestead’s annual Independence Day Bash: Homestead Race to the 4th of July celebration. Gates open at 6 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m. Food trucks and vendors, rides and attractions. Tuesday, July 4, Homestead-Miami Speedway, 1 Ralph Sanchez Blvd., Homestead. For info, click here. (Security checkpoints will be in use at this year’s event. All bags are subject to search and all guests must pass through a metal detector.)
Key Biscayne’s morning parade. Flying jets, marching bands, golf carts, floats and U.S. themed decorations. The parade starts at 11 a.m. and goes from Harbor Drive to West Enid Drive along Crandon Boulevard. The Village Green hosts picnics and fireworks in the evening. For info, click here.
Miami’s 4th of July bash: Bayfront Park: Features Marger, Genesis Diaz, Roxy Nodarse and Symphony Youth Orchestra. Tuesday, 4 to 10 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m., Bayfront Park, 301 Biscayne Boulevard.
Miami-Dade County’s Fourth of July Celebration and Fireworks at Tropical Park. 4 to 10 p.m., DJ, live music, Kids’ Fun Zone, food trucks. Fireworks at 8:45 p.m., 7900 SW Bird Road, Miami. For info, click here.
Miami Beach/North Beach’s Fire on the Fourth” celebration kicks off at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, July 4 at 73rd Street and Collins Avenue behind the North Beach Bandshell with family fun and games. Roller skating in the bandshell from 3 to 9 p.m. Stage entertainment at 5 p.m. with DJs and The Miami Beats led by Jacin Paul and a nine-piece band. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. at 73rd Street and the beachfront. For info, click here.
Ocean Drive Association’s free patriotic concert with the Miami Beach Classical Music Festival on Tuesday, July 4 at 8:30 p.m., followed by fireworks at 9 p.m. Lummus Park, 1130 Ocean Drive., Miami Beach. For info, click here.
Miami Gardens’ fireworks show, Tuesday, July 4. Gates open at 5 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m., Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex, 3000 NW 199th St. For info, click here.
Miami Lakes’ 20th Annual Fourth of July Fireworks Show. 6:30 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, Miami Lakes Veteran’s Park, 15151 NW 82nd Ave., free general admission. Also new this year, Sensory Inclusive Zone, presented by the Special Needs Advisory Board. What to bring and what not to bring listed here and also more information.
Miami Springs’ July 4th pool party, Tuesday, July 4, noon to 5 p.m. hotdogs, chips and a day at the pool. Tickets from $2 to $9. Miami Springs Aquatic Center, 1401 Westward Drive. Pre-sale tickets required. No fireworks this year due to remodeling of golf course.
Palmetto Bay’s Fourth of July, Tuesday, July 4, starts at 6 p.m. Live music, beer garden, crafts, stilt walkers, toddler zone. Fireworks at 9 p.m. Bring blankets and beach chairs. Village Hall, 9705 East Hibiscus St. For info, click here.
Surfside’s resident Fourth of July celebration, Tuesday, July 4. Event begins at 2 p.m. with swimming races, live music, DJs, crafts, photo booth and outdoor games. Fireworks at 9 p.m., Surfside Community Center, 9301 Collins Ave. Surfside residents must show Surfside ID or picture ID with current address. All guests must be accompanied by a Surfside resident. Residents admitted free, non residents, $5. For info, click here.
Broward County
Coral Springs Fourth of July Celebration. Tuesday, July 4. Begins at 5:30 p.m. food trucks, beer garden, food trucks, live music. Fireworks at 8:30 p.m. Mullins Park, 10000 Ben Geiger Drive. View map. For info, click here.
Fort Lauderdale’s 4th of July Spectacular, Tuesday, July 4. Featuring Flor Rida, performance at 7:30 to 8:45 p.m., fireworks at 8:45 p.m. on Fort Lauderdale Beach. Also, Las Olas Oceanside Park, noon to 5 p.m., Kids Zone, live music from noon to 7 p.m. For info on both events, click here.
Hallandale Beach’s Freedom Fest, food, entertainment fireworks, Tuesday, July 4. Gulfstream Park, 901 S. Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach. Fireworks at 9 p.m.
Hollywood’s Star-Spangled Spectacular, entertainment starts at the Hollywood Beach Theater at Johnson Street. Tuesday, July 4, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Fireworks at 9 p.m. For info, click here.
Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, 4th of July Fireworks, celebrate America’s birthday from dawn until dusk with a parade starting at 10 a.m. led by Grand Marshal and Broward County Mayor Lamar Fisher. Family Fun Day at El Prado Park, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fireworks at 9 p.m. For info, click here.
Miramar’s 4th of July Fireworks. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Fireworks at 9 p.m. No pets, coolers, or drones allowed. Parking $10. Miramar Regional Park, 16801 Miramar Parkway, Miramar. For info, click here.
Plantation celebrates 70 years of Community, Tuesday, July 4, parade at 9 a.m. from Broward Boulevard and NW 46th Avenue, ending at City Hall. At 6 p.m., kid’s zone, live music at 7 p.m. then fireworks at 9 p.m. at Plantation Central Park ball fields, 600 Central Park Drive, Plantation. For info, click here.
Pompano Beach’s 4th of July Firework Extravaganza, Tuesday, July 4, Fisher Family Pier, 222 N. Pompano Beach Blvd. 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Music starts at 5:30 p.m. Fireworks at 9 p.m. Pets, glass containers, alcohol, drones, personal fireworks prohibited. Parking at the Pier Garage will be $20, cash only. For info and a parking map, click here.
Sunrise, Lights, Camera, Action Parade and Family Fun Day, Tuesday, July 4, 9 a.m. to noon, City Park, 6600 Sunset Strip, free admission. Move themed floats and marching bands west along Sunset Strip from NW 12th Str., to City Park. Fun zone with inflatable water slide, obstacle course, rock wall and more. 6 p.m., concert outdoors at the FLA Live Arena, One Panther Parkway. Music at 6:15 p.m. with live bands. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Free parking and admission. For info, click here.
Weston’s Ignite the Spirit of Freedom. Monday, July 3, 6 to 9 p.m., Regional Park, 20200 Saddle Club Road. Hometown Patriotic Parade, 10:30 a.m., Tuesdsay July 4, Weston Town Center, 1675 Market St. Parade starts corner of Town Center Boulevard and Three Village Road continuing east on Three Village Road to Bonaventure Boulevard winding through Weston Town Center along Bell Tower Lane to the heart of Main Street.
– Compiled by Michelle Solomon
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