Looking for the perfect place to celebrate Independence Day? From dazzling waterfront displays in Miami and Fort Lauderdale to family-friendly celebrations in Broward and the Keys, South Florida is lighting up the sky this Fourth of July.
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We’ve rounded up some of the biggest fireworks shows, live entertainment and festivities happening across the region so you can plan your holiday celebration.
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY
Doral: Doral Central Park
3005 NW 92nd Avenue
Event is from 2 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. and will include a 25-minute fireworks show to close out the night. In addition to fireworks, there will be live entertainment, interactive inflatables, food vendors, and more.
City of Miami: Bayfront Park
301 N Biscayne Blvd.
America’s 250th Celebration at Bayfront Park — a free event — will be held from 1 p.m. to midnight and will feature concerts, food, cocktails and family-friendly activities. Performances will be held by Ashanti and Ja Rule, 112 featuring Slim and Mike, The Fray, Orlando Mendez, Shaggy and Willy Chirino.
The event also includes a FIFA World Cup Fan Zone with match viewing on a large screen.
City of Miami: Charles Hadley Park
1350 NW 50th Street
Event is from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. In addition to a fireworks show, the event will feature free food for kids and seniors on a first come, first served basis, along with rides, games, bounce houses and live music.
City of Miami: Gerry Curtis Park
1901 NW 24th Avenue
Event is from 1 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The event will feature live performances by Oro Sólido, Nia Skyfer, and Aron Luix; FIFA Club World Cup match viewings; family activities; local food vendors and a fireworks show.
Miami Lakes: Veterans Park
15151 NW 82nd Ave
Event begins at 6:30 p.m., with fireworks at 9 p.m. There will also be live entertainment, food trucks and a kids zone.
BROWARD COUNTY
Coconut Creek: Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
5550 NW 40th Street
The event kicks off at 7 p.m. with live entertainment and food trucks. Fireworks are expected to begin at 9 p.m.
Fort Lauderdale: Las Olas Oceanside Park
3000 E Las Olas Blvd.
The 4th of July Spectacular at Las Olas Oceanside Park will be held from noon to 9:15 p.m. and features live entertainment, a kids zone, beach games, contests, family activities, and a dazzling fireworks display. At 8:45 p.m., a spectacular drone show will be held prior to fireworks.
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Pembroke Pines: Charles F. Dodge City Center
601 City Center Way
The Independence Day & Fireworks Celebration includes live music, food trucks, a kids’ zone, and a fireworks show. The picnic grounds will be opened at 7 p.m. with fireworks at 9 p.m. The event will be open to Pembroke Pines residents ONLY and tickets will be required to enter the picnic area.
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Pompano Beach: Fisher Family Pier
222 N Pompano Beach Blvd.
The annual July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza will take place at the Fisher Family Pier starting at 5 p.m., with a live DJ and the fireworks spectacular illuminating the oceanfront at 9 p.m.
Sunrise: Amerant Bank Arena
1 Panther Parkway
The Amerant Bank Arena is hosting a free outdoor celebration starting at 6 p.m. with live concerts by the Higher Ground Band and Light Balance, a kids’ fun zone, a drone show and fireworks.
Tamarac: Tamarac Community Center
8601 W Commercial Blvd.
The All-American Celebration at the Tamarac Community Center begins at 6:30 p.m. and features live music, food trucks, family activities and a fireworks display.
MONROE COUNTY
Islamorada: Founders Park
87000 Overseas Hwy
The free event starts at 5 p.m. and features family activities, food vendors and a fireworks display at nightfall.
Key Largo: Rowell’s Waterfront Park
104550 Overseas Hwy
At 10 a.m., a parade will be held at mile marker 98.2, near Anthony’s Clothing Store, followed by a community picnic.
The main fireworks display launches around 9:15 p.m. at Rowell’s Waterfront Park.
Key West: Edward B. Knight Pier
White Street
The Rotary Club of Key West is hosting a fireworks show at 9 p.m. There will also be food and drinks to purchase, the proceeds of which will benefit local scholarships.
Marathon: Sombrero Beach
Located atMile Marker 50
A parade will start from Marathon High School at 11 a.m., leading to beachside festivities that will last all day, and a fireworks display at about 9 p.m.
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