INDEPENDENCE DAY ~ PALMETTO BAY

ARRIVE AT 5:

We want you to have a blast on Independence Day in Palmetto Bay -- so don't let parking be a dud. Arrive at 5 p.m. for a great spot at one of our designated lots:

Parking Lot-1: Holy Rosary-St. Richard Catholic Church
Parking Lot-2: Total Bank
Parking Lot-3: Palmetto Bay Park
Parking Lot-4: Handicapped & Golf Cart, ERA South-Dade Realty
Parking Lot-5: Bicycle Parking Lot (bring your own lock)

We urge you to walk or ride your bicycle. But if you must drive, street parking is available on public right-of-ways and along grassy swales throughout the Downtown District. Note: Do not park at Miami Children's Hospital -- parking spaces are for medical emergencies.

EVENT DETAILS:

Experience Independence Day in Downtown Palmetto Bay, Friday, 5-9:30 p.m., at Village Hall, 9705 E. Hibiscus St., and along Franjo Road from US-1 to Indigo St. This rain-or-shine event is free and to the public. Please read more. Fireworks launch from Palmetto Bay Park, so prime viewing is along Franjo Road. Please see event map. Arrive early to stake out the best spot to watch the fireworks. Note: Please respect fall-out zone barricades in place for your safety.

All the action starts at 5 p.m., so arrive on time to enjoy live music, games, rides, plenty of food, cold drinks -- and a hot-dog eating contest. Have a safe and pleasant Independence Day in Downtown Palmetto Bay.

EVENT SPONSORS:

Corradino Group

Ludovici & Ludovici

Stantec

Under One Umbrella

Village of Pinecrest

Waste Management

EVENT FRIENDS:

ERA South Dade Realty - handicap/golf cart parking

Miami Children's Hospital - supportive neighbor

Fabi Zumba - high-energy Zumba performance

Regions Bank - bicycle for hot dog contest

Hagan Building - vendor staging area

Rite Care - first aid station