Where to Enjoy the Best Fourth of July Events
Miami Beach is a well-known party town, and needless to say the nation’s independence is an occasion well worth celebrating. There is no shortage of great Fourth of July firework displays and festivities to choose from, all within reach of Continuum in South Beach and South of Fifth.
Start with Miami Beach itself, which will be hosting the annual Fire on the Fourth Festival from 11 am to 9 pm at beautiful North Shore Park (73rd Street and Collins Avenue). While fireworks start at 9 pm, there will be lots of food, drink, and live music hours before. Watch this colorful display from the beach, but be sure to arrive early to save a sport, and bring a blanket or chair!
Not to be undone, Downtown Miami, just a short drive west, America’s Birthday Bash, perhaps the biggest fireworks show in South Florida. Taking place in beautiful Bayfront Park and the adjacent Bayside Marketplace, this free event runs from 2 pm to 11 pm. and includes food, kids’ attractions, giveaways, and live music. Fireworks begin at 9 pm and can be viewed from the park, marketplace, or aboard the SeaFair yacht.
For some daytime festivities, Key Biscayne will have its 56th annual Fourth of July Parade at 11 am. The colorful assortment of floats and marching bands will run down Crandon Boulevard from Harbor Drive to West End. Afterward, there will be the Kiwanis Picnic on the Village Green, which ends with an offshore fireworks display at 9 pm.
Finally, there is the Village of Coconut Grove, which will be hosting a fireworks display at 9 pm at the bayfront Peacock Park. Starting at 5 pm, the park will hose a series of free activities for children – like crafts, balloon animals, ice cream, and more – as well as food and drink delivered from select local restaurants. For a more unusual but no less fun celebration, head down the street to CocoWalk, where the Seventh Annual Independence Day Hot Dog Eating Competition begins at 5:00 pm. Nearby Barnacle Historic State Park will also have a picnic from 11 am to 4 pm ($5 general admission).
As you can see, there is plenty of fun to be had on any occasion near vibrant South of Fifth. Don’t forget to look into any Fourth of July specials in the area, as there are plenty of great shops, restaurants, and lounges looking to host a great time! If you are interested in the many wonderful rentals and sales available in this exceptional condo, contact Tim Allen at 305.588.2451 or [email protected].