Where to Watch Fireworks and Celebrate the Fourth of July in Downtown Miami
Downtown Miami offers a front-row seat to fireworks, festivities, and historic celebrations this Fourth of July.
Jul 3, 2025 · 2 Minute Read 
Downtown Miami is where the city of Miami’s journey began—a historic foundation of culture, community, and progress. And what better place to celebrate Independence Day than right here, surrounded by skyline views, bay breezes, and local tradition? Here’s your guide to the best ways to celebrate:
Bayfront Park’s 100-Year Celebration
This year’s Fourth of July Festival marks the Centennial Anniversary of Bayfront Park, a landmark that has shaped Miami’s civic and cultural life for 100 years. The all-day event will feature entertainers, themed activations, a city official dunk tank, classic car and military vehicle showcases, and live performances by Orlando Mendez, the US Navy Band, DJ M-DOT, and Higher Ground—concluding in a spectacular fireworks show over Biscayne Bay.
Biscayne Bay Brewing has weekend-long specials to celebrate the Fourth of July.
Biscayne Bay Brewing
Celebrate the Fourth of July all weekend long at Biscayne Bay Brewing with ice-cold brews, games like cornhole and Jenga, and laid-back vibes. From 4–7 p.m., enjoy $2 beers and hot dogs during Happy Hour, plus Tito’s-sponsored Yappy Hour on the patio with free dog swag.
The InterContinental Miami has various ways for spectators to celebrate Independence Day.
InterContinental Miami Rooftop Viewing
For a luxe take on the holiday, head to the InterContinental Miami for an exclusive rooftop fireworks viewing. Enjoy Biscayne Bay views, unlimited petite desserts by the in-house bakery team, and Champagne. The hotel also offers a poolside BBQ, kids’ games, and cabana packages all weekend long.
Looking for more neighborhood news and things to do in Downtown Miami and Wynwood? Join our community at manacommon.com.
