For thousands of Cubans living in South Florida, July 4th is more than just an American national holiday. It is an opportunity to celebrate freedom, gather with friends and family, and feel part of a diverse community that also values shared traditions.
This year, fireworks will light up the skies of Miami, Hialeah, Aventura, and other cities with displays designed to cater to all tastes and budgets. The chain NBC Miami made a selection and provided recommendations for the celebrations next Friday.
In the Milander Park in Hialeah, the epicenter of the Cuban community in exile, there will be a great popular festival featuring live performances, food and drink stalls, and a 30-minute fireworks and laser light show.
Admission is free and the event starts at 4:00 PM. Live coverage will be provided by Telemundo 51, reinforcing that sense of Latino pride. Location: 4800 Palm Ave, Hialeah, FL.
Coral Gables combines symphonic music, barbecue, and drones
In the golf course of the Biltmore Hotel, the experience will be elegant and family-friendly. Starting at 5:00 p.m., attendees will be able to enjoy a symphonic concert, outdoor dining, a drone show, and of course, fireworks. Everything is free, with limited parking available in the area. Location: 1200 Anastasia Avenue, Coral Gables.
Bayfront Park celebrates 100 years with a patriotic tribute
In the heart of Downtown Miami, Bayfront Park will celebrate its centenary with a tribute to American history, classic cars, musical performances including Orlando Méndez and the U.S. Navy Band, and a flag giveaway for the first attendees. The fireworks show over Biscayne Bay is scheduled to close the event with a bang. Located at 301 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL.
A VIP rooftop and beers from all over the U.S. in Little Havana
At LoanDepot Park, home of the Marlins, the baseball game will be just the beginning. After the game, the sky will light up with fireworks, and attendees will be able to enjoy beers from various regions of the country. For those who prefer an exclusive view, the InterContinental Miami offers VIP access on its rooftop for $100, which includes a bottle of champagne and gourmet treats. Location: 501 Marlins Way, Miami, FL / 100 Chopin Plaza, Miami, FL.
Races, luxury cars, and DJ battles in Homestead
The Homestead-Miami Speedway presents “Race until July 4th!”, a free event featuring over 100 luxury cars, children’s areas, food trucks, and performances by artists such as MAFFIO and Natalie La Rose. The event will conclude, as per tradition, with fireworks. It will take place at One Ralph Sanchez Speedway Blvd, Homestead, FL.
Inclusive celebrations without overstimulation in Coral Gables
The Ruth Bryan Owen Park has taken into account those with special sensory needs. With gentle play areas, quiet zones, and an adapted fireworks show, it offers an inclusive and family-friendly alternative for $25 per vehicle. Location: 3940 Granada Blvd, Coral Gables.
Miami Beach celebrates by the sea with concerts, roller skates, and drones
The Altos del Mar Park, in the north of Miami Beach, offers music, giant games, food trucks, and a show of drones and fireworks by the sea. Additionally, the Miami Beach Bandshell will transform into a free skating rink with a live DJ. The event is at 7601 Atlantic Way, Miami Beach, FL.
A party for every taste… and for every Cuban in South Florida
Whether you prefer dancing on the beach, toasting from a luxury terrace, or sharing a meal outdoors with your neighbors in Hialeah, there is an option for you. The celebration of July 4th is increasingly becoming a date when Cubans in the United States also commemorate their own history of freedom, struggle, and hope.
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