You'll love it during the 4th. Yes, crowds are up but the beer is cold. The fireworks on the beach are everywhere. Be careful of the drunks with bottle rockets. Still, a very good time.

If you want a really great fireworks show you all should come up to Louisville for Thunder over Louisville (Kentucky Derby Festival Thunder Over Louisville :: Welcome!). It's the kick-off of the Kentucky Derby festival. Next year it is on April 18th. There is an airshow and the fireworks show lasts for about 30 minutes. During the show they shoot off around 60 TONS of fireworks.

Have a great time!! I will be down for the 4th as well. It's always a great time!!