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.
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.
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 at Mile 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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