Wow, is it Fourth of July already? (Okay, it’s the 2nd, but still.) What would the weekend be without fireworks and festivals! With the assistance of Miss Cozy (check out CozyWallet.com for more swank ways to save money), we’ve constructed a list of the best places to watch the fireworks and other festive shindigs around the country…

Miss Cozy’s Beauty Tip of the Day: Put away cakey powder. To keep oily, shiny skin at bay, adjust your skin care. Use a mattifying lotion in the morning to absorb oil. Touch up with blotting papers during the day and make sure to use toner in the evening.

Miami, Florida – It’s July 4th weekend.. Of course Festivals and Fireworks are main priority! If you’re in Florida, check out the City of Homestead Concert and Fireworks – For those in southern Miami-Dade County, the Homestead Sports Complex is also hosting an Independence Day festival and fireworks show. The festival will feature a car show, rides, entertainment, food and music with a fireworks show at 9PM. For more, call the City of Homestead Department of Parks and Recreation at (305) 224-4570.

San Diego, California - San Diego Bay is the place to be on July 4^th when the 10th Annual Port of San Diego Big Bay Boom fills the sky with a spectacular pyrotechnic light show.  Four barges will be placed strategically in San Diego Bay off the shorelines of Shelter Island, Harbor Island, the North Embarcadero area and between Seaport Village and the Coronado Ferry Landing. The fireworks will be visible from all of the Port’s parks around the northern and central San Diego Bay area. These include Shelter Island, Harbor Island, Spanish Landing, Embarcadero Marina Parks North and South, Cesar Chavez Park, Coronado Tidelands Park and the Imperial Beach Pier.

Baltimore, Maryland – This Friday kicks off Moonstruck at the Little Italy Open Air Film Festival – The city’s grandest free outdoor movie series kicks off with this classic starring Cher and Nicholas Cage. Music starts at 7, the movie begins at 9, but get there early or you won’t have a spot to park your lawn chair. This is sure to be packed. The movie and music are free. Intersection of High and Stiles streets.

Little Rock, Arkansas – Most places and parks around Arkansas have firework displays this July 4^th weekend as well as plenty of BBQ’s and picnics.  This year, the place to be is Pops on the River. Bring chairs or blankets to Riverfront Park – gates open at 5:30 p.m. There will be music starting at 6:30 and fireworks launch at 9:30 p.m. The Arkansas symphony will be playing patriotic music to go along with the display. There’s not only a fireworks display to get excited about, there are other activities planned and a marketplace with cute stuff for sale.

Kansas City, Missouri – One thing is for sure – Kansas City knows how to do it up right when it comes to fireworks. With the 4th of July holiday right around the corner, it’s time to start figuring out which fireworks display to go and see. KC Riverfest – Held at Berkley Riverfront Park, this annual event not only has one of the best Fireworks displays in the Kansas City Metro that is choreographed to live music, but great entertainment and things to do for the whole family. Berkley Park on the River between the Broadway and Paseo bridges – Ongoing events July 3rd and 4th. Fireworks at 10:05pm, 4th of July – $6 or save $1 when booking online. Visit KC Riverfest.com

Seattle, Washington – The rarest of the rarest. On July 3rd through July 5th – Come taste over 130 world-class beers from more than 15 countries. “SIB IS AN OVER THE TOP BEER FESTIVAL celebrating the world’s most legendary brewing styles and the nations that made them famous. Come taste over 150 world-class beers from more than 15 countries.” The outdoor event is hosted in the grass of the Seattle Center Mural Amphitheater about 100 yards west of the Space Needle. Visit seattlebeerfest.com

We couldn’t close out the week of cheap buys without providing a good list of fun things to do this weekend. We enlisted the the help of Miss Cozy (check out CozyWallet.com for more swank ways to save money) for low to no cost options to enjoy this weekend. Featured cities: San Diego, Philadelphia and New York. As the temperature rises we want to find some things to cool you down. (Other than the beach, of course!)

Miss Cozy’s Beauty Tip of the Day: Before you slip into your tiny bikini, try an exfoliator all over – including your elbows and knees (while you’re in the shower) to get rid of any dead skin cells and make your body feel smooth and fresh!

San Diego, California – La Jolla Festival of the Arts (June 26th – June 27th 2010) This is a non-profit art festival held annually since 1986. It showcases up to 200 of the west’s finest artists. Enjoy two full days of prominent musicians, celebrity authors, and street chalking by national artists. The annual event raises funds on behalf of the Torrey Pines Kiwanis Club to provide sports and recreation opportunities for disabled San Diegans as well as wounded warriors returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. It takes place on the UCSD east campus at the corner of Genesee Ave and Regents Rd. Admission price is $10 per person. Parking is free. Visit lajollaartfestival.org

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Tasting Philadelphia (Friday, June 25th 2010) Welcome America kicks off on Friday evening with the Taste of Philadelphia, where you can try foods from over two dozen area restaurants including Capogiro, Paesano’s, Jamaican Jerk Hut, Capital Grille, Dave and Busters, Hard Rock Café, Tony Lukes and many more. Visit welcomeamerica.com/taste-of-philadelphia and be sure to download and print the discount pass before you go.

Manhattan, New York – (June 25th – July 8th 2010) Don’t miss the newest, coolest, and most entertaining films from the hottest Asian filmmakers from June 25 through July 8, 2010. See Thai action movies, Korean gangster flicks, Pakistani horror films, and much more. Visit www.subwaycinema.com, Ticket Prices Range from $7-$12.