Fireworks events and parades are free. Hotels and rooftop bars are often the best way to see fireworks.
MIAMI
Fire on the Fourth, Miami Beach
Collins Ave and 73 St.
3-9pm
Fireworks and Food Trucks, Miami Gardens
Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex, 3000 NW 199 Street
5-9:30
Fourth of July Celebration, South Miami
Palmer Park, 6100 SW 67th Ave.
5-9:30
Fourth of July Parade, Key Biscayne
Crandon Blvd.
11am-1pm
Fourth of July Weekend at Deering Estate
Deering Estate, 16701 SW 72nd Ave.
10-4
Fourth of July with MISO, Coconut Grove
2820 McFarlane Rd.
6:30pm
Gables Fourth, Coral Gables
Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Ave.
Grounds open 5pm, concert begins at 7, fireworks at 9pm
Independence Day Celebration, Hialeah
Milander Park, 4800 Palm Ave.
4-10pm
Miami City Lights at Night Fireworks
Downtown Miami, 401 Biscayne Blvd.
7:30-11:30pm
Old Fashioned Picnic at The Barnacle, Coconut Grove
3485 Main Highway
Noon-3pm
Race to the Fourth, Homestead
Homestead-Miami Speedway, 1 Ralph Sanchez Speedway Blvd.
6-10pm
FLORIDA KEYS
Fireworks, Islamorada
Founders Park, MM 87
6-10pm
Fireworks, Key Largo
Rowell’s Waterfront Park, MM 104.5
9:45pm
Fireworks, Sombrero Beach
200 36th St Ocean
Fireworks, Marathon
Marathon High School
Key West Fireworks
Edward B Knight Pier
OTHER FUN
Fireworks Watching at the Rusty Pelican, Key Biscayne
WHAT: Festive firework watch party on their second-floor terrace overlooking Biscayne Bay and the Miami skyline ($55 per person).
WHEN: July 4, 7-10pm
WHERE: 3201 Rickenbacker Causeway
MORE INFO: Rusty Pelican
All American Wine Tasting, Wolfe’s Wine Shoppe, Coral Gables
WHAT: Sample wines from favorite American growers and winemakers.
WHEN: June 30
WHERE: 124 Miracle Mile
MORE INFO: Wolfe’s Wine Shoppe
Rooftop Celebration at Klaw, Miami
WHAT: Celebrate Independence Day on Klaw’s stunning rooftop overlooking Biscayne Bay with an all-day exclusive and extended Happy Hour.
WHEN: July 4, all day
WHERE: 1737 North Bayshore Drive
MORE INFO: Klaw
Fourth of July BBQ, B Ocean Resort, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Baby back ribs. Texas-style beef brisket, burgers and hot dogs plus beer buckets.
WHEN: Fourth of July
WHERE: B Ocean Resort, 1140 Seabreeze Blvd.
MORE INFO: B Ocean Resort
Fourth of July Weekend, Maü Miami, Midtown
WHAT: Specials like BBQ ribs, Maü McRib sandwich, chicken skewers and more.
WHEN: July 3-4
WHERE: 3252 NE 1 Ave.
MORE INFO: Maü Miami
Independence Day Specials, Playa, South Beach
WHAT: Specials like BBQ brisket burnt ends on a steamed bun, baby ribs, Playa burger.
WHEN: July 3-4
WHERE: 915 Lincoln Rd.
MORE INFO: Playa
Batch New Southern Kitchen and Tap, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Four days of bottomless brunch and lunch. Southern-inspired cuisine includes buttermilk pancakes, chicken and waffles and shrimp and grits.
WHEN: July 1-4
WHERE: 525 N Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale
MORE INFO: Batch
Fourth of July Weekend Party, SHOTS Wynwood
WHAT: Sensational signature shots – Captain America and Wonder Woman – deliver an unforgettable taste experience.
WHEN: June 30-July 2
WHERE: 311 NW 23 St.
MORE INFO: SHOTS
Prison Pals Brewing Co., Doral, Oakland Park, Florida City
WHAT: Treat yourself and your friends to $20 buckets of house beers, including their acclaimed Nelson Hazy IPA and refreshing Premium Lager.
WHEN: July 4
WHERE: Doral: 8205 NW 12 St.; Oakland Park: 3555 N Dixie Hwy., Florida City: 12 NE 3 St.
MORE INFO: Prison Pals
Fourth of July at Smorgasburg Miami, Wynwood
WHAT: Miami’s largest outdoor food market presents BBQ, burgers and ice cream plus other vendors.
WHEN: July 1-2
WHERE: 2600 NW 2nd Ave.
MORE INFO: Smorgasburg Miami
BBQ Takeout from 4 Rivers Smokehouse, Coral Springs
WHAT: Red, White & Q catering includes Smokehouse menu items like brisket, pulled pork and St. Louis-style ribs.
WHEN: From June 30-July 4, special $25 off orders of $250.
WHERE: 2660 N University Drive
MORE INFO: 4 Rivers Smokehouse
Cracked by Chef Adrianne, South Miami
WHAT: Free lemonade or sweet tea with an order of fried chicken and waffles all day.
WHEN: July 4
WHERE: 7400 SW 57 Ct.
MORE INFO: Cracked
Fourth of July at The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne
WHAT: 4th of July BBQ complete with picnic-style salads, NY strip steaks, BBQ ribs, shrimp on the barbie, grilled chicken, hamburgers, hot dogs, non-alcoholic beverages, sweet treats. ($120 per person, $65 3-12)
WHEN: July 4, 7:30pm-9:30pm
WHERE: 455 Grand Bay Dr.
MORE INFO: The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne
Whole Pig Roast, Tropezon, South Beach
WHAT: Celebrate the Fourth early at Andalusian-inspired eatery Tropezón, and indulge in a Whole Pig Roast! The gin and tapas bar will offer a roast accompanied by tapas such as croquettes, gazpacho, grilled chistorras bocadillos, and fried corn.
WHEN: Sunday, July 2nd 5pm-9pm
WHERE: 512 Española Way
MORE INFO: Tropezon
Fourth of July Fireworks at Nikki Beach, Miami Beach
WHAT: Join Nikki Beach for a memorable dining experience with their all-time favorite American foods, music, and entertainment.
WHEN: July 4, 2-10pm. Fireworks begin at 9pm
WHERE: 1 Ocean Dr.
MORE INFO: Nikki Beach
Fourth of July “American Fish Menu” at Sexy Fish Miami
WHAT: Pprix-fixe menu ($150) features items such as Smoked Chicken Bao Buns, Tako Dog and King Crab Corn Dog, Sweet Corn Ribs with a sweet finish 4th of July Dessert Platter with apple pie, s’mores, marshmallows, and ice cream
WHEN: July 4
WHERE: 1001 S Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Sexy Fish Miami
Fourth of July Rooftop Celebration, Moxy South Beach
WHAT: Drink specials, DJs, all-American food menu and a great view of the Miami Beach FIreworks that start at 9pm.
WHEN: July 4
WHERE: The Upside, 915 Washington Ave
MORE INFO: Moxy South Beach
