July 4: Fourth on Flagler

Join the City of West Palm Beach in celebration of the Fourth of July with its annual Fourth on Flagler extravaganza. This free event will include live music, activities for kids and adults, a military honor ceremony, and more. Musical acts will begin at 5 p.m. and include Nikki Lickstein, Tim Charron, and The Chris Thomas Band. The fireworks display will begin at 9 p.m. Learn more here.

Beginning July 5: Sister Act

Florida Atlantic University will stage the divine musical comedy Sister Act at its Studio One Theatre in Boca Raton July 5-21. Inspired by the 1992 Whoopi Goldberg film of the same name, Sister Act the musical features music by Oscar- and Tony-winning composer Alan Menken. The story follows disco star Deloris Van Cartier who, after witnessing a murder, is placed in a wacky witness-protection scenario hiding out as a nun in a convent. General admission tickets to Sister Act at FAU cost $27.

July 6: BBQ, Brews, and Blues

Extend your Fourth of July festivities into the weekend with the sixth annual BBQ, Brews, and Blues block party in West Palm Beach’s Historic Northwood District. Attendees can enjoy free samples of Southern soul food and local craft beers. Live music offerings will include CeCe Teneal, Albert Castiglia, and Selwyn Birchwood. The event will take place three blocks north of Clematis Street on Rosemary Avenue. Parking is available on-site, and trolley service will also be available from downtown West Palm Beach. Learn more here.