4th of July in Coconut Grove

Tonorrow's Fourth of July picnic starts at The Barnacle State Park (3485 Main Highway) at 11 am. The old-Fashioned style Fourth on the lawn out back. The picnic goes until, about 4 pm, then head over to CocoWalk for the 5th annual Hot Dog Eating Contest at 4:00 pm in the courtyard, get there early to get a good spot to watch the antics.

This is CocoWalk's 5th Annual Hot Dog eating event. CocoWalk's day starts at 1 pm and includes live music with Mr. Ree, along with Timmy the balloon twister and Annie the face painter from 1 to 4 pm.  The newest addition, Express Your Sole! sponsored by Maui Nix, features a local artist who will customize your new canvas shoes between 1 and 7 pm  Limited supply so come early.

Sans of Tyme delivers Classic Rock from 7 to 11 pm at CocoWalk, where you can stay and watch the fireworks from Peacock Park at 9 pm, or just head over to the park. Local restaurants and shops will feature special offers, live music, raffles and holiday gifts for kids. Pack your snacks, picnic blankets and lawn chairs, and head over. This event is free and open to the public.

Peacock Park is located at 2820 Mcfarlane Road.