{"id":327683,"date":"2026-07-02T20:32:09","date_gmt":"2026-07-02T20:32:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/327683\/"},"modified":"2026-07-02T20:32:09","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T20:32:09","slug":"looking-for-a-fourth-of-july-event-in-south-florida-check-out-five-big-bashes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/327683\/","title":{"rendered":"Looking for a Fourth of July event in South Florida? Check out five big bashes"},"content":{"rendered":"

Many South Florida communities are putting on their party hats for America’s 250th birthday on Saturday. You’ll find food vendors, music and fireworks.<\/p>\n

Here are details on five of the biggest bashes:<\/p>\n

Fort Lauderdale Beach Spectacular<\/p>\n

Visit Las Olas Oceanside Park for beach games, contests, fireworks, a drone show and live entertainment featuring country music artist Walker Hayes.<\/p>\n

Time: Noon-9:15 p.m.<\/p>\n

Where: 3000 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale<\/p>\n

Contact:parks.fortlauderdale.gov<\/a><\/p>\n

250 United: America’s 250th Celebration at Bayfront Park<\/p>\n

RSVP for free admission to Bayfront Park’s drone show, fireworks and all-day musical entertainment \u2014 with performer styles including Latin, reggae, hip-hop and pop-rock. This event has a FIFA World Cup Fan Zone with food and beverage vendors for those watching the day’s games.<\/p>\n

Time: 1 p.m.-midnight<\/p>\n

Where: 301 N. Biscayne Blvd., Miami<\/p>\n

Contact:eventbrite.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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The patriotic scene at Bayfront Park in 2023.<\/p>\n

July 4th Celebration at Tropical Park<\/p>\n

Dance performances and DJs are among the day’s live entertainment at Tropical Park; also photo opportunities and vendors to check out before the night’s fireworks finale.<\/p>\n

Time: 3-9 p.m.<\/p>\n

Where: 7900 SW 40th St., West Miami-Dade<\/p>\n

Contact:miamidade.gov<\/a><\/p>\n

Coral Gables Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration<\/p>\n

Beyond the fireworks, the grounds of the Biltmore Hotel will feature a Greater Miami Symphonic Band concert and drone show of American symbols.<\/p>\n

Time: 5-10 p.m.<\/p>\n

Where: 1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables<\/p>\n

Contact:coralgables.com<\/a><\/p>\n

4th of July Celebration in South Beach<\/p>\n

An orchestra performance by the Miami Beach Classical Music Festival precedes the 9 p.m. firework display at Lummus Park. Guests are advised to bring beach chairs or blankets or make a reservation at a nearby restaurant with outdoor seating.<\/p>\n

Time: 8:30-10 p.m.<\/p>\n

Where: 12th Street and Ocean Drive, Miami Beach<\/p>\n

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