Want to know where to park your folding chair, boat or behind to enjoy the festivities this July 4? We’ve got it mapped out for you.
FOR THE LAND LOVERS
Here are some of the favorite places to bring the whole family for a day-long celebration. Don’t forget your folding chairs.
Bayfront Park
Miami throws America’s Birthday Bash every year starting at 3 p.m. with fun for the kids, music, food and beverage. Fireworks start at 9 p.m.
301 North Biscayne Boulevard Miami; 305-358-7550.
Miami Beach
Miami Beach celebrates Independence Day with Fire on the Fourth which includes live performances from Fred Thomas, South Florida Symphony Orchestra Quartet and DJ Maximus3000 and a great view of the fireworks display which starts at 9 p.m.
Noon-10 p.m. 8 Street & Ocean Drive Beach, Miami Beach.
Coral Gables
Fireworks will return to the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables thanks to an infusion of cash from a multitude of sponsors. This year’s event starts at 5 p.m. and also includes a concert by the Greater Miami Symphonic Band at 7 p.m., along with concessions and patriotic mascots. Fireworks start at 9 p.m.
Coral Gables fireworks, 5 to 9 p.m. Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Ave.; Free
Coconut Grove
Enjoy live music, food, kidz zone and fireworks at Peacock Park.
4-9 p.m., 2820 McFarlane Road, Coconut Grove; 305-444-7270.
Homestead
Miami Speedway hosts an Independence Day festival and fireworks show with entertainment, food and music with a fireworks show at 9 p.m.
5-10 p.m. at One Speedway Blvd., Homestead; 305-224-4570
Key Biscayne
Key Biscayne’s Fourth of July includes a traditional parade, music and fireworks. The parade runs along Crandon Boulevard starting at 11am fireworks shoot off at sunset.
Palmetto Bay
There will be waterfront fireworks at 9 p.m. at Black Point Park & Marina, 24775 SW 87th Ave. For more information visit www.palmettobay-fl.gov.
South Miami
There will be live bands, face painting, food and beverages and a fireworks display.
5-10 p.m. at Palmer Park, 6120 SW 67th Ave. For more information call 305-663-6338 or email [email protected].