Greetings Macaroni Kid Families! This July marks my 10th birthday of publishing your Macaroni Kid local newsletter! Happy 10 years to you all and I am so grateful for each of my readers! July is a wonderful time of rest and refresh as our families take vacations and our kids take a break from regular school routines. This weekend we will also celebrate our nation's birthday on July 4.
Here is a short history of the 4th. On July 4, 1776, our country's founders declared independence. It all started over the end of the French and Indian War and this war had to be paid for. The colonists were angry they had no real decision making power in how to vote to pay taxes to the British government and so, Thomas Jefferson wrote that famous letter to King George, which is known as the Declaration of Independence. It was signed by 56 men representing each of the 13 colonies. The first, and largest, signature on the letter is John Hancock’s. Some people say he wrote his name large so that King George would be able to read it without his glasses! The first public Fourth of July celebration at the White House took place in 1804, and finally, almost 100 years after the Declaration of Independence was signed, Congress declared July 4 to be a national holiday for the United States of America. And that’s why we celebrate!
Celebrating America's birthday couldn't be better here in the sun. Almost near perfect when it comes to celebrating, South Floridians have several choices from the south to the more northern areas of Broward. Below is our list, highlighting best places to spend the 4th. We hope you enjoy browsing, as we remember this very special day for all in America, The Beautiful.
Aventura
The City of Aventura will host a Fireworks show beginning at 9 p.m. The spectacular aerial display will illuminate the skies above the City of Excellence, and spectators can view the fireworks from any location along Country Club Drives. Join us for a patriotic and memorable evening! 305-466-8970.
Hollywood
The Star Spangled Fourth of July Celebration will take place on Hollywood Beach and Broadwalk beginning at 5 p.m. The fireworks show is at 9 p.m. at Hollywood Beach Theatre, 200 Johnson St., Hollywood; 954-921-3404. From 4 to 8, free shuttles will be available for transportation from the Radius Garage (251 N 19th Avenue) and the Van Buren Garage (251 S 20th Avenue) to the beach, where the fireworks display will be.
Fort Lauderdale
Come to Fort Lauderdale Beach at Las Olas Oceanside Park to enjoy family activities Noon- 5p.m. THE BEACH BOYS will be on stage at the Fort Lauderdale Beach State followed by Fireworks at 9 pm from a barge in the Ocean off A1A & Las Olas Blvd. 954-828-5363. FREE.
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Annual Independence Day parade begins at 10:00 a.m. Giant waterslide and family fun day 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at El Prado Park. Fireworks display will begin between 9:00 p.m. - 9:20 p.m., El Prado Park, 4500 El Mar Dr., Lauderdale-by-the-Sea; www.lauderdalebythesea-fl.gov.
Pembroke Pines
The City of Pembroke Pines will host an Independence Day Family Picnic and Fireworks Show Event. The event will be open to Pembroke Pines Residents ONLY and tickets will be required to enter the picnic area. Tickets are free to the event and can be picked up from June 14th - July 1st, 2021. Please note there is a limited capacity. The event will be held at Pines Recreation Center located at 7400 Pines Boulevard. The picnic grounds will be opened at 7 p.m. with a Fireworks Show at 9 p.m. https://www.ppines.com/325/Special-Events No coolers, pets or fireworks permitted. 954-392-2116.
Miramar
Concert and fireworks display. Featuring Taylor Dayne, Morgan Heritage, TimbaLive. Voucher required for entry -Click HERE. The celebration starts at 5:30 p.m., ending with a fireworks display at 9 p.m. Miramar Regional Park, 16801 Miramar Parkway. 954-602-3319.
Davie
The Independence Fireworks Show starting at 6 p.m. Its FREE admission. Enjoy live music (The JD Danner Band),at Bamford Sports Complex & Pine Island Park 3801 S. Pine Island Rd. Davie, Fl., Fireworks at 6-9 p.m.; www.davie-fl.gov. 954-327-3941.
Vistaview Park
Vista View Park fireworks viewing will take place at the highest manmade elevation in Broward County. Depending on weather conditions, one can see fireworks displays from Davie, Miramar, Pembroke Pines, Plantation and Sunrise. Fort Lauderdale and Hollywood fireworks may even be seen. Most of these shows are scheduled to begin at 9 p.m., but you're welcome to bring lawn chairs and/or blankets and come early to get a good spot. The park opens at 8 a.m. and closes at 10 p.m. The entry fee is good for admission all day; present your receipt for re-entry. You are also invited to bring your own refreshments, although hard liquor and glass containers are not allowed. Parking is on a first-come, first-served basis. The park's playgrounds and shelters will be closed. Admission before 7:30 p.m. will be the park's regular holiday gate entrance fee of $1.50 per person (children 5 or younger free); price goes up to $2 per person after 7:30 p.m. Vista View Park, 4001 SW 142nd Ave., Davie. 954-357-8898.
Weston
The parade begins at 10:30 am at the corner of Town Center Blvd. and Three Village Road, continuing east on Three Village Road to Bonaventure Blvd. then heading south briefly to Bell Tower Lane. The parade will finish up at the heart of Main Street where families will gather for some fun! 954.389.4321.
Plantation
The parade begins at 9 am at the intersection of Broward Blvd and NW 46 Ave. heads west to 69 Ave. turns right on 4th St. ending at City Hall. Bring along a picnic dinner, lawn chairs or blanket and enjoy concert at Central Park @ 7 PM by Shane Duncan Band, a Florida-based ultimate party band. Fire works at 9 PM. Personal fireworks, alcoholic beverages are not permitted. Food is available for purchase. Parking is limited. 9151 NW 2 St."Central Park Dr.". 954-452-2510.
Sunrise
Movie-themed floats will wind their way west along Sunset Strip from from NW 12th Street to City Park, where the celebration continues with a free Family Fun Day featuring food, rides and children’s entertainment from 9am - noon. 954.747.4600.
Enjoy children’s rides, food and beverages and music followed by a fireworks display. 5-10 p.m. BB&T Center, 1 Panther Pkwy., Sunrise; Free; www.thebbtcenter.com.
Tamarac
All American Celebration. At Tamarac Sports Complex, 9901 NW 77th Street, 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm. We invite you and your friends and family for a free outdoor concert. There will also be an entertainment area with fun rides, arts & crafts, games to keep the children busy, and food trucks will be on site. The night’s not over until after the impressive and choreographed pyrotechnical firework display which kicks off promptly at 9pm. Limited on-site parking. Please use shuttle from Tamarac City Hall (7525 NW 88th Ave) and Tamarac Community Center (8601 W. Commercial Blvd).
Coral Springs
Come to Mullins Park for your 4th celebration. Enjoy a DJ, Kid Zone, food and lots of entertainment. No pets or alcohol allowed. FREE admission with a parking fee of $3, come and join the festivities and fireworks display from 5-9PM. 10150 NW 29th Street, Coral Springs. 954-345-2200.
Pompano Beach
The 4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza event will begin at 5:30 p.m. with live music from “Jazhilla", one of South Florida’s premiere reggae bands. Then, beginning at 7:00 p.m., the VAM band, will take the state to perform some of your favorite Top Hits from the 80s’ through today! All live music will take place on the beach, just south of the Fisher Family Pier. Blankets and lawn chairs are welcome; however personal fireworks, glass containers, alcohol, personal drones, and pets are prohibited. Due to the fireworks, the Pier will be closed Sunday, July 4th and will reopen on Monday, July 5th. Visit pompanobeachfl.gov.
Coconut Creek
Seminole Casino Coconut Creek July 7 at 6:30p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Let’s celebrate July 4th with an all-American 80’s vibe...FREE EVENT
Margate
LOCATION: Margate Blvd./S.R. 7 (NW corner). 4th of July Parade from 9 a.m. -11:30 a.m. Post Parade Activities include refreshments and bounce houses, End @ 1 P.M. Calypso Cove Pool Party featuring steel drum band - admission is $4 per Margate resident: 1 - 5 P.M. Live Band & Food Trucks: 5 - 9 P.M. Fireworks Display: 9 P.M.
Deerfield Beach
The City of Deerfield Beach along with Broward County Parks is excited to announce that this years 4th of July Firework Show will be held at Quiet Waters Park, 401 S Powerline Road. No entertainment will be on-site. Kona Ice & Bee's Island Cuisine will be on-site for this event. We encourage Guests to bring their own food and drinks. If residents live within ¼ mile of Quiet Waters Park they should be able to see the fireworks pretty well, but it all depends on line-of-sight and obstructions. 954-480-4429.
Boca Raton
2021 annual Fabulous Fourth Celebration cancelled this year.
Happy 4th of July to all!
Your Macaroni Kid Publisher, Gillian!
