🎆From parades to beachside fireworks, the Keys know how to celebrate Independence Day! Here’s your guide to the best celebrations from Key Largo to Key West:
KEY LARGO: Key Largo Fireworks
🎉 Annual Key Largo July 4th Parade & Fireworks
📍 Key Largo Community Park
🕙 Friday, July 4 | 10 AM – 4 PM (Fireworks at ~9:15 PM)
Join the fun with this year’s theme: “Pirates, Parrots & Patriots!”
- Parade kicks off at 10 AM from Anthony’s Clothing Store (MM 98.2)
- Family Freedom Fest & Picnic starts at 11 AM at Key Largo Park
- Parade winners announced after 1 PM
- Fireworks over Florida Bay at approximately 9:15 PM
Enjoy live music, food vendors, kids’ games, and more!
Note: The Key Largo Chamber will not host an evening event, so bring a chair and find your favorite bayside spot for fireworks viewing.
ISLAMORADA: Isla Fireworks
🎊 Founders Park 4th of July Celebration
📍 Founders Park, MM 87
🕕 Festivities begin at 6 PM | Fireworks after sunset
- Live music, family activities, and the National Anthem
- Food vendors on-site (no coolers or glass allowed)
- Stunning fireworks over the bay
- Parking donation: $10 | Admission: FreeBring lawn chairs or blankets
Boaters also gather at the Islamorada Sandbar for water views of the show! Boat Rental
MARATHON: Marathon Fireworks
🎉Marathon Beach Party & Fireworks
📍 Sombrero Beach, MM 50
🕕 Parade starts at 10:30 AM | Fireworks after dark
Celebrate small-town charm with big fun!
- Family-friendly beach day with food, games, and live music
- Widely considered the best small-town fireworks in the USA!
KEY WEST: Key West Fireworks
🌴 Fireworks Over White Street Pier
📍 View from Smathers Beach or Higgs Beach, MM 0
🕘 Fireworks just after sunset (~9 PM)
- Grab a blanket & spot early, these beaches fill up fast!
- Stunning show launched from White Street Pier
- Ideal spots: Smathers Beach, Higgs Beach, or nearby condos with private views
Special Message for Our Guests Staying with Us:
We’re thrilled to welcome you to the Florida Keys for the holiday weekend!
Here are a few tips to make your stay unforgettable:
- Plan ahead: Fireworks-viewing spots get busy—arrive early with chairs or blankets.
- Stay cool: Pack sunscreen, reusable water bottles, and your favorite red, white & blue beachwear.
- Local tip: For a front-row seat to the fireworks, grab dinner at one of our bayside restaurants before sunset.
