4th of July Weekend in Miami: Fireworks, Parades, and More Things to Do with Kids

Celebrate America's birthday in style at the City of Fort Lauderdale's 4th of July Spectacular, featuring fireworks, a concert with FloRida, and more! Photo courtesy of the City of Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation
Celebrate America's birthday in style at the City of Fort Lauderdale's 4th of July Spectacular, featuring fireworks, a concert with FloRida, and more! Photo courtesy of the City of Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation
6/28/23 - By Lindsey Scannell

Looking for the best things to do in Miami and South Florida this 4th of July weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your weekend list!

It's July 4th weekend in Miami! With the holiday on a Tuesday, we have compiled lots of Fourth of July events to enjoy the long weekend with family. Celebrate with rides, live music, and a pie-eating contest at the Independence Day Celebration in Pembroke Pines. Spend the day celebrating America with live bands, kids zone, beach games, and activities at the 4th of July Spectacular in Fort Lauderdale. If you are near West Palm Beach, 4th on Flagler features entertainment, a kids zone, and more.

In addition this weekend, bring chairs and blankets for a free outdoor concert at Eats 'n' Beats in Parkland. Head to Fort Lauderdale for the Vegan BBQ Block Party, where you eat, drink, and browse at this plant-based food festival. In Coconut Creek, enjoy a day filled with classic cars, food, and live entertainment at Hot Dogs and Hot Rods.

Did we mention we’re running weekly giveaways all summer long? This week we’re giving away a Mommy Poppins beach towel. Plus, each entry also counts as an extra entry into our Ultimate Summer Giveaway, an all-included trip to Nick Resort Punta Cana! Find out how to enter on our Facebook page!

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