July 4th events, food deals in Miami

We normally celebrate the Fourth of July with music, food and fireworks. And this year, despite our different circumstances, we can still enjoy those things (even if some of it is virtual!).

Below find online (and one in-person) celebrations and food specials, so you can plan your day. We’ll be adding events and food deals as they appear, so keep checking back!

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Celebrations:

Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks Show

The Town of Miami Lakes is hosting a fireworks display that can be viewed on Facebook Live or from home. They will be launched from Graham Dairy Lake and Miami Lakes Optimist Park from 9-9:30 p.m. Residents are also encouraged to snap photos of their barbecue cookouts and enter them in the All-American BBQ Cookouts contest to be eligible to win a $25 Home Depot gift card.

Ocean Drive Fourth of July virtual celebration

The Ocean Drive Association is presenting an encore presentation of the Miami Classical Music Festival Orchestra’s performance of the 1812 Overture and Salute to the Armed Forces on July 4, 2019 to be followed by their annual fireworks show. Watch the show on their Facebook page.

City of North Miami Virtual Independence Day Tribute

Join the city’s Facebook Live tribute at 6 p.m. to view a montage of past City of North Miami fireworks displays and Fourth of July celebrations.

City of Miami Beach

Watch a virtual fireworks display with music by the New World Symphony to accompany on the city’s MBTV Channel – 660 on Atlantic Broadband or 99 on AT&T U-Verse or click here to view on their Facebook page.

Hard Rock Stadium

The venue is hosting a drive-up fireworks event, stay in your vehicle and watch fireworks light up the sky over the stadium. Gates open at 7:45 p.m.

City of Doral

View the city’s fireworks display via Facebook Live or YouTube Live starting at 9:20 p.m. Residents are also encouraged to watch from their balconies or yards.

July 4th BBQ at Vizcaya

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens will be serving up barbecue from Joy Wallace Catering, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

There will be outdoor seating available, spread out to allow for social distancing. You must purchase Vizcaya admission tickets and food items separately.

Key Biscayne Fourth of July Parade

Decorated vehicles will drive around the island at 11 a.m. to commemorate Independence Day.

City of Hialeah

Watch virtual fireworks on the City’s social media accounts including Instagram and Facebook starting at 9 p.m.

Food Deals:

Carrot Express

For a twist on the traditional grilled burger, this health-conscious restaurant is offering 50 percent off their choice of four healthy burgers. Normally $13.95-$16.95, this special on July 4 and 5 drops the price by half at all six locations.

Glass and Vine

The garden setting at this Coconut Grove restaurant next to Peacock Park is the perfect for an outdoor lunch. They’ll have specialty items of ribs, fried chicken, sides, a specialty dessert and Fourth of July-themed cocktail. Click here to reserve your table. Wearing a mask will be required to be seated.

Bonefish Grill

Family bundles available for July 4th weekend include land and sea options served with a salad, signature side, cookies and fresh bread and serve up to five people. Range from $29.90 to $45.

Michelle Bernstein Catering

All-American BBQ serves four and includes ribs, wings, sausages, specialty hot sauce, several sides and dessert for $129. Place order by July 1 at 3 p.m. by calling 786-380-7209, e-mail orders@mbcmiami.com or on the website.

Society BBQ Fourth of July Family Pack

The popular barbecue spot at The Citadel Food Hall is selling a hearty pack including ribs, pulled pork or brisket, smoked beans and its specialty bread pudding with one bottle of their specialty sauce. The meal costs $150 and serves six. Click here to purchase from the online store.

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