FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (WSVN) – Thousands of people across South Florida are expected to head to Fourth of July celebrations to see the stunning fireworks displays and entertainment.<\/p>\n
The City of Fort Lauderdale put the finishing touches on their annual Fourth of July celebrations at Oceanside Park.<\/p>\n
The free event is set to feature face painting for children, a reptile exhibit, and live music.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s about community and visitors coming together and celebrating this country and having a great time; a fun, safe time,\u201d said Todd Stilphen, Program Manager from the City of Fort Lauderdale.<\/p>\n
A drone show is set for 8:30 p.m., and a fireworks display at 9 p.m..<\/p>\n
The Fourth of July celebration at Plantation Walk will run for the entire day.<\/p>\n
The event, which starts at 11 a.m., will feature a kids celebration, live entertainment, patriotic giveaways and a confetti blast at noon.<\/p>\n
Then at 4 p.m., the main celebration will have street performers, live music, and a fireworks display.<\/p>\n
City leaders in Plantation expect thousands to turn out for the holiday celebration.<\/p>\n
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