FOURTH FROLICS
Celebrations abound: Your guide to the fun
Fireworks + fun = Fourth of July. Here are some of the top things to do for Independence Day in Palm Beach County.
4th on Flagler
This year, 4th on Flagler turns 30, and to celebrate, the downtown West Palm extravaganza will feature the Air National Guard Band of the South, a 45-member military music ensemble. The event will also have three stages with entertainment, a military honor ceremony, larger-than-life versions of such games as Human Foosball, life-sized Jenga and Pong. New this year will be an airconditioned arcade. Plus don’t miss the 18-minute fireworks display. It all takes place from 5 to 10 p.m. at the east end of Clematis on the West Palm Beach Waterfront. Free. Info: 561-822-1515; or wpb.org/4th
Lake Worth Independence Day Celebration
Lake Worth’s celebration, in Bryant Park, will feature live music starting at 3 p.m. Bands scheduled to perform include Marijah, Jahzilla, High Tolerance and The Spazmatics. Enjoy food, arts and crafts and a kids area with bounce houses. The raft parade starts at 11:30 a.m. and the annual raft race in the Intracoastal starts at 1 p.m. Fireworks display is at 9 p.m. Free. Bryant Park, 100 S. Golfview Road, Lake Worth; info: 561-533-7335.
Delray Beach Independence Day Celebration
Delray Beach’s celebration will feature a free concert by the United States Army Jazz Ambassadors, the army’s premier big band, a 19-member ensemble. Other activities include a sand-sculpting contest, mini golf, a rockclimbing wall, face painting, food trucks and more. Fireworks will be launched at 9 p.m. The event takes place from 5 to 9:30 p.m. A1A and Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach. Free. Info: 561-278-0424; julyfourthdelraybeach.com
Ignite the Night in Greenacres
There will be musical entertainment by the Rogue Theory Band, free arts and crafts and a “Most Patriotic Dressed” contest. Rides, games, and food and drinks will be available. A fireworks show will take place near the end of the event. The free event is from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Greenacres Community Park, 2905 Jog Road, Greenacres; info: 561-642-2090.
4th of July Science Celebration
The South Florida Science Center is throwing a familyfriendly daytime event that will feature live science demonstrations, patriotic hands-on activities, live aquarium interactions and more. The special activities are included in the regular admission price. Check in on Facebook when you arrive to receive a $2 discount. The event is from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. South Florida Science Center, 4801 Dreher Trail N., West Palm Beach; info: 561-832-1988 or sfsciencecenter.org
OTHER CELEBRATIONS Freedom 4 Miler
The nonprofit organization, Believe With Me, is hosting a race in Tequesta to benefit families of fallen soldiers. The Freedom 4 run will honor four local fallen soldiers. There are a 1-mile Little Patriots run and a 100-yard Tiny Cadet dash. Bolay will provide the food. Info: raceroster.com
Abacoa’s Fourth of July Block Party
Abacoa will host a blowout block party from 4:30 to 9 p.m. featuring live music by Erasmith (an Aerosmith tribute band), kids activities, food specials and a cornhole tournament. The celebration takes place at Downtown Abacoa, Town Center Drive, Jupiter.
Free. Info: 561-624-7788.
Lantana Celebrates the Fourth
Lantana is hosting a free fireworks event at Bicentennial Park at 321 E. Ocean Ave. The event is from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Attendees should bring chairs or blankets. Info: 561-540-5000.
Boynton Beach’s Independence Day
The event from 6:30 to 10 p.m. will offer a kids corner, music by the Paradigm progressive rock band and fireworks. The celebration will be at Intracoastal Park, 2240 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach. Free shuttle service from Ezell Hester Community Center at 1901 N. Seacrest Blvd. Info: 561-742-6640.
Boca Raton’s Fabulous Fourth Celebration
There will be a live music, family activities including carnival rides and games. Fireworks will end the night. Free shuttle service is offered from Boca Corporate Center & Campus from 5:30 to 10:15 p.m. The event starts at 6:30 p.m. at Countess deHoernle Park, 1000 NW Spanish River Blvd., Boca Raton. Free. Info: 561393-7995.
Wellington Pool Party and Patriotic Celebration
Wellington celebrates with two events: Make a splash at the patriotic pool party and enjoy games and activities scheduled throughout the day. Regular admission is required. The pool party takes place from noon to 5 p.m. at the Wellington Aquatics Complex, 12072 Forest Hill Blvd.
Finish the day at the free Fourth of July celebration at Village Park, which includes live music by Gypsy Lane Band. There will be vendors, food trucks and activities such as pony rides, lawn games, bingo and more. A fireworks display caps the evening starting at 9:15 p.m. The celebration takes place from 6 to 9 p.m. at Village Park, 11700 Pierson Road. Info: 561-791-4770.
Royal Palm’s StarSpangled Spectacular
At Royal Palm Beach Commons Park, there will be carnival rides, a Kids Fun Zone, more than 20 food trucks and a fireworks show set to begin at 9 p.m. Other activities include a volleyball tournament, a fishing tournament and a firecracker golf tournament. Live music by local bands and tribute bands will play throughout the day. The event is from 4 to 10 p.m. and located at 11600 Poinciana Blvd., Royal Palm Beach. Free. Info: 561-790-5140.