Ah, the Florida Keys! Manatee Cove. Mallory Square Boardwalk. Sailing, snorkeling and sunsets – oh, my! In addition to being one of the most beautiful destinations within driving distance of Miami, and the Keys also offer some of the best views of July 4th fireworks in South Florida. Scoot, walk or drive your MINI Cooper to any of these nearby events or locations this Independence Day, and you're destined to enjoy yourself.
Big Pine Key Fireworks
27th Annual Independence Day Celebration
When: Sunday, July 3, 2022 | 5 PMWhere: Big Pine Community Park
Website: Lower Keys Rotary Facebook
This Big Pine Key July 4th event will feature live music by local artist Ray West and Capri Miner, lawn games, local vendors and refreshments. The fireworks show will start once the sun sets. It's one of the best Independence Day parties for families in the Lower Keys.
Islamorada Fireworks
When: Monday, July 4, 2022 | 6 PM – 10 PMWhere: Founders Park
Website: islamoradachamber.com
Take in the Gulfside of the Florida Keys at this annual Islamorada July 4th event. In addition to a stunning firework display at sunset, Founders Park will also be hosting food trucks, beverage vendors (you've got to try the rum punch!), face painting, an inflatable obstacle course, an apple pie baking contest, and even a "Patriotic Puppy Parade" and costume contest. It's a full day of fun packed in 4 hours, so come prepared!
Key Largo Fireworks
46th Annual 4th of July Parade & Fireworks
When: Monday, July 4, 2022 | 10 AM (Parade) & 6 PM (Fireworks)Where: 98200 Overseas Highway (Parade) & Rowell's Waterfront Park (Fireworks)
Website: keylargochamber.org
If you're in town, don't miss this double-header July 4th event in Key Largo. In the morning, the town is putting on their "Celebrating Freedom!" Parade, which will be led by retired Sheriff and local celebrity Grand Marshall Don Fanelli. The action begins at Anthony's Clothing Store (MM 98.2) and concludes at Laguna Drive.
Starting at 6:00, Rowell's Waterfront Park (MM 104.5) opens its doors for guests looking for a fun family activity. Food trucks, vendors and games will be available at the Park, as well as a July 4th fireworks show over Blackwater Sound at 9:30. Arrive early to snag a good seat!
Key West Fireworks
4th of July Celebration 2022
When: Monday, July 4, 2022 | 4 PM – 9 PMWhere: Edward B Knight Pier/Indigenous Park
Website: clubrunner.ca
This VIP event is perfect if you want to enjoy a laid-back, fairly quiet July 4th BBQ and fireworks show in Key West. All you've got to be is a member of the Rotary Club. What? You're not? Well, try one of these other family July 4th events in Key West...
Key Lime Festival
When: June 30-July 4, 2022Where: Throughout Key West
Website: keylimefestival.com
Key Lime Fest's fireworks show in Key West is part of the Rotary Club's 4th of July Celebration event (see above). However, that doesn't mean there aren't other cheap or free activities in the area! Before the fireworks, swim some laps at Dante's 4th of July Pool Party (Dante's Key West Pool Bar and Restaurant), grab a brush for the 4th of July Paint 'N Chug event, or watch people eat their weight in citrusy pastries during the World Famous Key Lime Eating Championship. You can even attend the Key West Mermaid Festival if you're allergic to limes.
4th of July Fireworks at Higgs Beach
When: Monday, July 4, 2022 | NightWhere: Higgs Memorial Beach Park and Smathers Beach
Event or not, a trip to Higgs Beach or Smathers Beach will provide you with one of the most picturesque shots of Key West's July 4th fireworks. Many of the homes and beach condos there are private, so arrive early – it can get crowded fast – to get a good public viewing spot.
Marathon Fireworks
4th of July Spectacular
When: Monday, July 4, 2022 | All dayWhere: Sombrero Beach
Website: marathonrotary.org
A full day of July 4th fun is in store for you if you head to Marathon, FL, this year. We're talking about hot dogs and hamburgers, fresh off the grill, beer and wine, sno-cones and popsicles, probably a few dogs to pet and babies to go "aww" for. Everything gets topped off with spectacular Fourth of July fireworks, of course.
Siesta Key Fireworks
31st Annual Community 4th of July Fireworks
When: Monday, July 4, 2022 | 6 PM – 9:30 PMWhere: Siesta Public Beach
Website: siestakeychamber.com
Celebrate Independence Day with the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce! If that sounds too boring, just picture the views – the gorgeous, surreal views – off Siesta Beach as the sun goes down. If you choose to become a paid sponsor of this South Florida event, you'll get preferred seating and even better views of the Siesta Key fireworks show.
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Swing by our Miami car dealership at 2060 Biscayne Blvd to find yourself a new or used MINI. We also have numerous July 4th lease deals on MINI, so it's in your best interest to turn this holiday into a shopiday. Call our Braman MINI sales team at (786) 374-2201 to get a quote or discuss financing this weekend!
