Fourth of July in Broward County

FORT LAUDERDALE

The City of Fort Lauderdale invites residents and visitors to celebrate America’s Independence Day by attending a free celebration on Fort Lauderdale Beach from 11:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 4, 2010.

The Fourth of July festivities will kick off at 11 a.m. on across from the Oasis Café, located at 600 Seabreeze Boulevard. A DJ will host interactive games and contests for children of all ages, including a water balloon toss and a hula-hoop competition. The celebration will continue with Coast 97.3 FM providing music from 3 to 6 p.m. and live musical entertainment will be provided on stage from 6 to 9 p.m.

When the sun goes down, watch the sky light up with the City of Fort Lauderdale’s annual fireworks presentation at 9 p.m. off of A1A and Las Olas Boulevard. Don’t miss this premier pyrotechnic show!

The following is a summary of the City’s July 4th events:

• 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. – Family beach activities featuring music, games and contests
• 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. – Music provided by Coast 97.3 FM
• 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. – Live musical entertainment
• 9:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. – Fireworks presentation

For more information about the City of Fort Lauderdale’s Fourth of July Spectacular, please call the Special Events Hotline at (

Lauderdale by the Sea

Spend the holiday weekend in “Florida’s Beach Village” and enjoy many fun festivities including a parade, cook out, children’s activities and fireworks. Bring family, friends and neighbors.

Coral Springs

Sunday, July 4
6 to 9 p.m.
Fireworks begin at 9 p.m.
Entertainment and fun for the entire family!
Sportsplex Athletic Complex
Just north of Coral Glades High School
Free admission • $3 Parking Fee
There are nominal fees for food, beverages, games, bounce house
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets • No personal fireworks • No coolers

Dania Beach

“A SALUTE TO OUR AMERICAN HEROES”

Sports Cards, Memorabilia, Toys and Comic Book Show

Hot Dog Eating Contest & Dunk Tank

$1.00 Hot Dogs & $1.00 Beer Enjoy Live Music Featuring: “Rough Shot” , “Shane Le Mar and Shamba-La” and LIVE @ 8:00PM Terri Gonzalez

Saturday, July 3, 2010, 1 PM – 9 PM, Dania Jai-Alai, Parade at Noon. For Info call: Carol

Davie

The Town of Davie proudly presents the 28th Annual Family Day and Fireworks Show at Pine Island Park Community Center & Pool.  This park is located at 3801 S. Pine Island Rd., in Davie.  The event will be on Sunday, July 4^th and begin at 6:00 p.m. and will finish with a big Bang at 9:00 p.m.!

The Town of Davie is seeking Craft Vendors for the evening event and Fireworks Show on Sunday, July 4, 2010.  The event runs from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.  Booth Spaces are 10 x 10 outdoor spaces and cost $45.

The evening event will begin at 6:00 p.m. on the ball fields at Pine Island Park. Country music sensations “Shadow Creek” will get everyone in the mood for a fantastic patriotic fireworks show at 9:00 p.m. Food will be available for sale all evening as well as free family activities, like bounce houses, a climbing wall, arts and crafts and to celebrate our birthday, free birthday cake!  Lots of FREE parking available.

If your business would like to sponsor, please feel free to contact Bonnie Stafiej, Special Projects Director at (or at or click here for more information.  If you would like to be a craft vendor, click here for an application.

Deerfield Beach

Join the City of Deerfield for two days of Independence Day fun, on July 3rd and 4th. This year’s celebration features children’s activities, beachside concerts and the best fireworks display in South Florida, produced by Zambelli Fireworks International.

Headline entertainment will be The Fabulons, South Florida’s favorite party band playing favorite hits from the 50′s and 60′s. Food and drink will be available for purchase on Saturday from 5-9 PM, and Sunday beginning at Noon. All activities are centered around the Main Beach area, Ocean Way, one block south of Hillsboro Boulevard. Saturday, JULY 3
Sepia (Jazz & rock) ~ 7-9 PM

Sunday, JULY 4
Children’s Activities ~ 1- 4 PM
Fun-filled activities including a water slide and other inflatables.

Independence Day Concerts
Andrew Morris (Country) ~ 12-1:15 PM
Ernie Southern and the Deltaholics (Blues) ~ 2-3:30 PM
Smugglin Yo Yo’s ~ 4-6 PM
The Fabulons (50’s & 60’s) ~ 7-9 PM

Fireworks Display by Zambelli International ~ 9 PM

Parking and Shuttle Service
Free Parking at the Cove Shopping Center, 1500 E. Hillsboro Blvd. Shuttle service between The Cove the beach.

Saturday, July 3: 4-10 PM
Sunday, July 4: 11 AM – Midnight

Hallandale Beach

The City of Hallandale Beach will celebrate America with a Family Fun Zone Beach Bash on Sautrday, July 3. Activities include a “Happy Birthday America” party, DJ, clown, children’s activities. Additional parking and van shuttle from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at North City Beach, A1A, and Hallandale Beach Blvd., Walmart 2551 E. Hallandale Beach Blvd. For more info, call

Hollywood Beach

The City of Hollywood will host a Naturalization Ceremony beginning at 8am at the Beach Theatre, Johnson Street and Broadwalk. We encourage the public to join City of Hollywood Mayor Peter Bober, members of the City Commission, appointed officials and our newest citizens in celebration of this very important occasion.

Margate

Margate will kick off the Fourth of July with a parade from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. along Margate Blvd. from 76^th to 58^th Ave with the theme of: Support our Troops. Then later watch a live concert featuring Amber Leigh, from 6:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. followed by a fireworks spectaculrar at Margate Blvd. and 441. For more info or to be a parade participant contact Margate Parks & Recreation at

Miramar
The City of Miramar and All Service Refuse will celebrate Independence Day on July 4th with a special fireworks display at 9 p.m. at Miramar Regional Park, 16801 Miramar Parkway.Make it a very special family evening picnic and bring your own refreshments, blankets and chairs. Safety regulations prohibit fireworks, glass bottles, sparklers and animals at this event. Admission to the park is $1.50 per person. Children 5 and under are free. For further information, please call (

Pembroke Pines

Family activities start at 6 p.m. Don’t Stop Believin’ (Journey tribute band) will perform. Fireworks at 9 p.m. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Pembroke Pines Rec Center.

Plantation

Plantation Independence Day Parade July 3 9 a.m.Broward Blvd. Followed by a Patriotic Evening Celebration on July 4, 7:30 p.m. at Central Park.

Pompano Beach

The 4th of July Celebration in Pompano Beach will be an extraordinary fireworks show on the city’s main beach north and south of the Pompano Fishing Pier located at 222 N. Pompano Beach Boulevard.

The fireworks will begin at 9:00 p.m. and will be shot from a floating barge in the ocean off of the Pompano Fishing Pier. Blankets and lawn chairs are welcome. Please refrain from bringing personal fireworks, glass containers, alcohol or pets.

The N.E. 14 Street Causeway and Atlantic Boulevard bridges will be locked in the down position from 9:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. The 4th of July fireworks celebration rain date is Monday, July 5th. For more information call

Sunrise

Parade and family fun day Saturday July 3 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Patriotic floats will wind their way west along Sunset Strip from NW 12 Street to City Park where the fun continues with free food, rides and kids entertainment. Local businesses and groups are invited to participants. Call for details. Then finish the weekend on Sunday July 4, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Join your neighbors for an evening of children’s activities, live music and a fantastic fireworks display. Parking and admission are free.

Tamarac

All American Celebration: Join us at the Tamarac Sports Complex for rides, patriotic give-a-ways, special appearance by Uncle Sam & Betsy Ross and fabulous fireworks display. Sunday July 4, 6 -9 p.m.

9901 NW 77 Street, Tamarac, FL 33321 ()

Weston 7:00am – 5K Run & Walk. Run begins and ends at Weston Town Center.  Registration:  please visit www.splitsecondtiming.com 10:30am – Hometown Parade: “Weston – Sharing and Caring” Parade Route: Town Center Blvd. and Three Village Road.   Parade route concludes on Main Street. Enjoy the celebration of our Country and our community.  Weston’s largest and most popular event.  Featuring local businesses, civic groups, schools, organizations, residents and more! Parade information and entry forms, are available on-line and at the Weston Community Center ( **There will be no event activities or fireworks in the Weston Regional Park ** City parks will be open Sunday, July 4th until 6pm FIREWORKS SAFETY

Setting off illegal fireworks could result in these fireworks being confiscated and perhaps criminal sanctions. Any fireworks that explode or fly in the air are illegal. Airborne fireworks run the risk of damaging property or causing serious injury to users.

As for legal fireworks, please follow these tips to ensure safety:
• Light fireworks only on non-flammable paved surfaces on your own property.
• Do not wear loose clothing and keep hair pulled back while using fireworks.
• Stand several feet away from lighted fireworks.
• If fireworks do not go off, do not stand over them.
• Always have a bucket of water or fire extinguisher nearby.
• Supervise children around fireworks at all times.

Police recommend attending a professional fireworks display instead.

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