Plenty of ways to celebrate holiday
July Fourth is on Thursday this year, and there are many celebrations planned around the holiday. Here’s a look at some of the events across Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach counties. Events are on July 4 unless otherwise noted. Most fireworks displays start at around 9 p.m. Additionally, many venues will not allow pets, alcohol, personal fireworks or coolers, and organizers recommend you bring a chair or blanket for seating.
Weston’s annual 4th of July Hometown Celebration 5K Run/Walk: 7-9 a.m. Sponsored by the YMCA of South Florida, the Weston YMCA Family Center and the City of Weston. Regional Park, 20200 Saddle Club Road, Weston. 954-389-4321. $25$35. Race registration fees vary.
4th of July at Bonnet House: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Visitors can explore the whimsical house where fish sculptures rise in the air, shells have their own museum and walkers can explore shady nature trails. Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, 900 N. Birch Road, Fort Lauderdale. bonnethouse.org. $10 at door; under 12 free.
City of Margate’s 4th of July Extravaganza: 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Daylong festivities and fireworks. Includes parade at 9 a.m.; Calypso Cove Pool Party 1-5 p.m . Live band and food trucks 5-9 p.m. 5701 Margate Blvd., Margate. 954-972-6458. margatefl.com. Free.
Independence Day Celebration: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Presented by the city of Plantation and Rick Case Automotive Group. Events begin with parade starting at the corner of West Broward Boulevard and Northwest 46th Avenue. The parade ends at City Hall with an awards ceremony. Kid’s Zone, concert and fireworks at the Plantation Central Park Ball Fields. Food available for purchase. 954-425-2510. Free admission.
Old Fashioned Fourth: 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Features old-fashioned games, activities and a barbecue, plus costumes, watermelon and pie-eating contests with prizes. DJ Digital Anarchy will be spinning 1920s and ’30s music. Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie. 954-473-2955. flamingogardens.org. $12.95$19.95 admission.
July 4th Coed Beach Volleyball BBQ: 10 a.m. Pompano Beach Courts are located just south of the pier at the end of Atlantic Blvd and A1A, Pompano Beach. meetup.com/floridasportsters/events/262111861/.
Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.. The parade will be along El Mar Drive between Pine and Hibiscus Avenues, starting on Bougainvillea Drive and ending at Hibiscus Avenue. Family activities 11 a.m.-3 p.m., include face painting, a water slide, music, food, a clown and equipment demonstrations by the Volunteer Fire Department. Fireworks after dark. El Prado Park, 4500 El Mar Drive, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. 954-6404209. Free.
Weston’s Annual July 4th Hometown Celebration Parade: 10:30 a.m.-noon. Parade starts at 10:30 a.m. at the corner of Town Center Boulevard and Three Village Road, then winds through Weston Town Center to the heart of Main Street, Weston. 954-389-4321. westonfl.org. Free.
Patriotic Splash Swim Party: 12-4 p.m. This event features a DJ, raffle prizes, games and more. Caporella Aquatic Complex, 9300 N.W. 58th St., Tamarac. 954-597-3620. Tamarac.org. Free.
4th of July Spectacular, Noon-9:30 p.m., live bands, a kids zone, beach games, contests, family activities and a fireworks display. Concert by Lee Greenwood. Compete in an old-fashioned hotdog-eating contest. Fort Lauderdale Beach, A1A and Las Olas Boulevard. Fortlauderdale.gov. 954-828-5363. Free.
4th of July Celebration: 12-9 p.m. Presented by the Deerfield Beach Community Redevelopment Agency and the City of Deerfield Beach. Main Beach Parking Lot, 149 S.E. 21st Ave., Deerfield Beach. Music and vendors will provide a variety of arts & crafts, local foods and beverages. deerfield-beach.com/1178/4th-of-July-Celebration. Parking fees where apply. Attendance is free.
City of Miramar 4th of
July Celebration 4 p.m. Miramar Regional Park, 16801 Miramar Parkway, Miramar. Join the City of Miramar as we celebrate Independence Day 954-602-3178. miramarjuly4th.eventbrite.com Free.
Star-Spangled Spectacular: 5-10 p.m. Presented by the city of Hollywood Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts and the Hollywood Community Redevelopment AgencyBeach District. Music at the bandshell, food vendors, and fireworks. 7:45 p.m.-9 p.m. performance by 13th Army Band, Florida
National Guard. Watch the fireworks from the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, or Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort LandShark Bar & Grill, free of charge. Activities along the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk: Johnson Street Plaza, Hollywood Beach Theater. 954-921-3404. hollywoodfl.org/ 867/Event-Details Free.
Independence Day Fireworks Extravaganza, 5 p.m., Featuring the music of Southern Blood, and Vinyl. Pompano Beach Fishing Pier area, 222 N. Pompano Beach Blvd., Pompano Beach. In case of rain, fireworks will be July 5 at 9 p.m. pompanobeachfl.gov Free.
Concert & Fireworks: 59:30 p.m. Celebrate Independence Day with a children’s fun zone and food and beverage vendors. BB&T Center, 1 Panther Parkway, Sunrise. 954-747-4600. sunrisefl.gov. Free.
Fourth of July Festivities, 6-10 p.m. Presented by the city of Coral Springs. Mullins Park, 10150 Ben Geiger Drive, Coral Springs. Free.
All-American Celebration: 6-9:30 p.m. Enjoy a free outdoor concert by Jam Band, kid’s area with inflatables and activities, food trucks and fireworks. Tamarac Sports Complex, 9901 N.W. 77th St., Tamarac. 954597-3620. Free.
Independence Day Celebration:, 6 p.m., Presented by the city of Pembroke Pines. Live music, rides, food trucks and a breathtaking display of fireworks. Pines Recreation Center, 7400 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. 954-392-2116. ppines.com. Free.
Delray Beach 4th of July Celebration: 8 a.m.-9 p.m.
Sand castle contests and beach volleyball tournaments begin at 8 a.m.; water activities noon-5 p.m.; nonstop music 5:30-9 p.m., with fireworks. Food options for purchase. Beachside at Atlantic Avenue & A1A. delraybeachfl.gov. 561-243-7250. Free.
Patriotic Pool Party: Noon-5 p.m. Bring the family, meet your neighbors and join the fun. Activities and contests scheduled on the hour. Wellington Aquatics Complex, 12072 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. 561-7914770. Free children 2 and under; $3 ages 3-17; $5 adults 18-54; $2 for ages 55 and older.
West Palm Beach Waterfront’s 4th on Flagler: 5-9 p.m. Entertainment featuring singers, dancers, bands; food options. Annual Military Honor Ceremony. Fireworks over the Intracoastal Waterway. Meyer Amphitheatre, Palm Stage and Post Park, 100 S. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach. 561-822-2222. Free.
Ignite the Night: 5:30-10 p.m. Features brass band and food trucks, amusements, arts and crafts and business vendors, with “Most Patriotic Dressed” contest and more. Presented by the city of Greenacres. Samuel J. Ferreri Community Park, 2905 Jog Road, Greenacres. Free.
12th Annual 4th of July Celebration: 5:30-9:30 p.m. Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation and the West Boca Community Council present the 12th Annual 4th of July Celebration. Sunset Cove Amphitheater, 20405 Amphitheater Circle, Boca Raton. 561-966-7065. discover.pbcgov.org. Free.
4th of July Celebration: 6-9 p.m. Games, petting zoo, food trucks and entertainment. Village Park, 11700 Pierson Road, Village of Wellington. Shuttle service available. wellingtonfl.gov. Free.
Red, White, & Blue: 6:309:30 p.m. Intracoastal Park, 2240 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach. Water show by Palm Beach Hydroflight. Athletes will surf the skies on water-propelled Jet boards, performing maneuvers done up to 50 feet in the air. Sub Groove Band will paly original funk/pop music, food trucks; kids face painting, fishing game, giant Legos, arts & crafts, large sand pile with beach toys; and fireworks. Boynton-Beach.org/ July4 561-742-6010. Free.
Fabulous Fourth: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Live music and performances, carnival rides, games and crafts, food and drinks, and of course, fabulous fireworks. Countess de Hoernle Park, Spanish River Athletic Facility, 1000 N.W. Spanish River Blvd., Boca Raton. myboca.us/specialevents 561-367-7073. Free.
Red, White, Brew & BBQ: 6:30-10:30 p.m., July 4. Entertainment and fireworks. Food and drinks for purchase. A portion of the night’s ticket sales will be donated to the Quantum House, a caring and supportive home that lessens the burden for families whose children are receiving treatment in Palm Beach County for a serious medical condition. Rosemary Square, 700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach. 561366-1000. rosemarysquarewpb.com. $20.
Fourth of July Celebration: 6:30-9:30 p.m., Music, food, and one of the largest fireworks display in Palm Beach County. Bring chairs and blankets. Intracoastal Park Clubhouse, 2240 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach. 561-742-6640. boynton-beach.org.
City of Hialeah Independence Day Celebration: 4-11 p.m. Presented by Hialeah Park. Milander Stadium, 4800 Palm Ave., Hialeah. 305-889-5711. Free.
Fireworks Spectacular Fourth: 5-10 p.m. Guests, members and the Greater Miami community. Center Terrace at The Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables. 305-663-3543. $35-$180.
Independence Day Celebration, 5 - 10 p.m., Food and refreshments available for purchase. Activities and entertainment. Doral Central Park, 3000 N.W. 87th Ave., Doral. cityofdoral.com. Free.