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The City of Pembroke Pines News - Celebrate Independence Day With the City of Pembroke Pines

Government and Politics

June 2, 2022

From: The City of Pembroke Pines

Celebrate Independence Day with the City of Pembroke Pines

Pembroke Pines, FL (June 1, 2022) – The City of Pembroke Pines welcomes both residents and guests for the Annual Fourth of July Celebration on Monday, July 4, 2022 from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm at the Pines Recreation Center Festival Grounds located at 7400 Pines Blvd.  This free event includes live music, rides, food trucks and a breathtaking display of fireworks.  The celebration is free and open for all ages.

Guests, wearing their red, white and blue colors, can arrive as early as 6:00 p.m. to begin purchasing a wide array of delicious foods such as hamburgers, hot dogs and plenty of other delicacies from the food truck invasion until 9:00 p.m.

At 9:00 p.m., one of the premier fireworks displays in all of South Florida will begin. The beautiful pyrotechnics spectacle will last approximately 20-25 minutes.

Please keep in mind that coolers, pets and personal fireworks are not permitted on the Festival Grounds.  For utmost comfort, please bring a blanket or chair for seating.

Independence Day (Fourth of July) has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941. On July 4th, the Continental Congress formally adopted the Declaration of Independence, which had been written largely by Thomas Jefferson. Though the vote for actual independence took place on July 2nd, from then on the 4th became the day that was celebrated as the birth of American independence.

Lastly, NO pets, coolers or personal fireworks will be permitted on the grounds. Portable Restrooms will be available. Parking is free and will be available on the Broward College Campus.

For additional event information, please visit the city’s website at www.ppines.com or contact the Special Events Office at 954-392-2116.

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