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| CocoWalk |
CocoWalk's All-Day 4th of July Celebration
Miami Beach 4th of July Celebration: Fire
On The 4th
July 4, noon-9:30pm. The City of Miami Beach proudly presents its annual
patriotic 4th of July celebration of music and fireworks. There will be a DJ
performing throughout the day starting at noon, followed by live jazz from
6pm-9pm. The fireworks get started at 9pm, but many people show up early to
snag a spot on the beach and set up beach towels and chairs. No coolers or
bottles will be permitted on the beach. The event is free and open to the
public. At 8 Street and Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, 305-673-7577. www.miamibeachfl.gov
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| The view from Bayfront Park |
July 4, 3pm-9:30pm. Bring the whole family to celebrate the birth of this
great nation! Enjoy music, food and beverages, a free Kids’ Zone, and one of
the largest fireworks displays in South Florida. The park is open all day. Free
Kids’ Zone from 3pm-7pm; fireworks at 9pm. Free admission. At Bayfront Park 301
N. Biscayne Blvd., downtown Miami, 305-358-7550. www.bayfrontparkmiami.com
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| The Biscayne Lady |
4th of July Dinner Cruise with Island Queen
July 4, 8pm-10pm. This special 4th of July dinner cruise aboard the
Biscayne Lady includes an unlimited buffet and full open bar. There will be a
professional DJ onboard playing dance music until the spectacular fireworks
display over downtown Miami begins.
Patriotic music will be played during the fireworks show. The Biscayne Lady
features two ideal areas to view the fireworks, the sky deck and the front bow
of the yacht. Please arrive one-hour prior to departure. The cruise departs
from Bayside Marketplace, 401 Biscayne Blvd., downtown Miami. Info at
305-379-5119, Ext. 2001. www.islandqueencruises.com
Jungle Island’s 4th of July Fireworks Bash
July 4, 10am-6:30pm. This 4th of July, join Jungle Island’s salute to America’s Armed Forces with a fireworks and BBQ bash! Escape the heat and watch the City of Miami’s fireworks spectacular from the terrace of Jungle Island’s Treetop Ballroom. You will also enjoy an all-you-can-eat mouthwatering BBQ buffet, family entertainment including music and dancing, and last but not least, interactive visits from some of Jungle Island’s animal friends! Ticket info can be found here. At Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, 305-400-7000. www.jungleisland.com
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| The Miami Children's Museum |
July 4, 11am-3pm. Celebrate the 4th of July in style at the Miami
Children’s Museum! There will be art, food, water games and more. There will
even be a signing of the Declaration of Independence with Ben Franklin. At
the Miami Children’s Museum, 980 MacArthur Cswy., Miami, 305-373-5437.
www.miamichildrensmuseum.org
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| The Key Biscayne Parade |
July 4, 11am-9:30pm. The parade will start at 11am with a flyover of jets,
and proceed south on Crandon Boulevard from Harbor Drive to West Enid Drive.
There will be patriotic-themed floats and marching groups. A picnic at Village Green Park (450
Crandon Blvd.) will follow at noon with food and rides for the kids,
culminating with fireworks at the beach at 9pm. All events are free of charge. At locations throughout Key Biscayne, 305-361-8557.
www.kb4.org
4th of July in the Grove
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| The Barnacle Historic State Park |
Old Fashioned July 4th Picnic
July 4, 11am-4pm. Kids can participate in a historical scavenger hunt and make their own kites, toy boats and paper dolls in order to understand how different children’s lives were 100 years ago. Live music by singer/songwriter Joel Zoss from 11:30am-3pm. Pack a picnic or buy burgers, hot dogs and veggie dogs on-site. At The Barnacle Historic State Park, 3485 Main Hwy., Miami, 305-442-6866. www.floridastateparks.org
