As Independence Day approaches, South Florida gears up for a dazzling array of celebrations, promising unforgettable experiences for families and friends alike. From the sun-kissed shores of Fort Lauderdale to the vibrant streets of Delray Beach, communities are readying themselves for a day filled with patriotic fervor, live entertainment, delicious food, and, of course, spectacular fireworks displays. Whether you prefer the excitement of beachside festivities or the charm of community parades, here's a curated guide to the top Fourth of July events across East Broward and Palm Beach Counties.

BROWARD COUNTY 

Fort Lauderdale
Location: Las Olas Oceanside Park, Fort Lauderdale Beach
Time: All day
Activities: Kids zone with inflatable water slides, beach games
Entertainment Schedule:
• 12 p.m. S.O.U.L. band
• 2:45 p.m. Relentless
• 5 p.m. Reaxtion Band
• 7:30 p.m. En Vogue
Fireworks: 8:45 p.m. on the beach

Pompano Beach
Location: Beach south of the pier, 222 N. Pompano Beach Boulevard
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Entertainment Schedule:
• 5:30 p.m. Pan Paradise
• 7 p.m. FM Band Miami
Fireworks: 9 p.m

Deerfield Beach
Location: Main beach parking lot, 149 SE 21st Avenue, Deerfield Beach
Time: 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Entertainment Schedule:
• 4 p.m. Nostaljah
• 5:15 p.m. Texas Twister ZZ Top Show
• 6:30 p.m. Play It Again, Luke Bryan tunes
• 7:45 p.m. Alienation
Offsite Parking: Sullivan Park, 1700 Riverview Road, with shuttles from St. Ambrose
Fireworks: 8:45 on the beach

Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Parade: 10 a.m.
Family Fun Day: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at El Prado Park, 4500 El Mar Drive
Fireworks: 9 pm launched off the beach

PALM BEACH COUNTY

Boca Raton
Event: Fabulous Finale
Location: Countess de Hoernle Park, 1000 Spanish River Blvd.
Time: 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Activities: Live music, food trucks
Fireworks: 9:10 p.m.

Delray Beach
Event: Delray Beach Festival and Fireworks
Location: Delray Beach
Time: Volleyball tournament in the morning, fireworks at 9 p.m.

Boynton Beach
Event: Red, White & Blue with a Waterfront View
Location: 2240 N. Federal Highway,
Time: 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Activities: Palm Beach Hydroflight show, food trucks
Fireworks: Evening

West Palm Beach
Event: 4th on Flagler Independence Day Celebration
Location: 100 N. Clematis Street
Time: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Activities: Live music, refreshments, patriotic presentations, fireworks