Thursday, July 3
Freedom on the Waterfront Interactive kids area at Gilbert Park until 8 pm. Live music performances featuring David Cook and Cat Ridgeway & The Tourists beginning at 6 p.m. in Elizabeth Evans Park. Patriotic drone display followed by fireworks over Lake Dora at 9:15 pm. 5 pm; Elizabeth Evans Park, 510 N. Baker St., Mt. Dora; free; freedomonthewaterfront.com.
Red Hot & Boom Central Florida’s premier Independence Day celebration! Red Hot & Boom marks 28 years of live music, delicious food, family fun and an electrifying fireworks show. 5 pm; Cranes Roost Park, 274 Cranes Roost Blvd., Altamonte Springs; free; 407-571-8863; altamonte.org.
Friday, July 4
21st Annual All American Kids Parade & Pancake Breakfast Deck out your bikes, wagons and scooters with dazzling patriotic flair. Let your creativity shine and show off your American pride. Free pancakes for kids 12 and under while supplies last. 8 am; Winter Garden Masonic Lodge, 230 W. Bay St., Winter Garden; free.
4th of July at Island H2O An after-hours event featuring water slides after dark, a foam party, festive bites and drinks, and fireworks at 9:45 pm. Open to locals and visitors alike. 4-11 pm; Island H2O Water Park, 3230 Inspiration Drive, Kissimmee; $43-$50; 407-910-1401.
4th of July Star Spangled Celebration starring DFALC: The Legends Tour Enjoy live performances, a laser light show and fireworks. Free admission and parking. Complimentary LED glow sticks and flags available. No chairs or outside food allowed. Family-friendly event. 4-11:30 pm; The Promenade at Sunset Walk, 3251 Margaritaville Blvd., Kissimmee; free; 407 -338-4811; sunsetwalk.com.
4th on the Lake: Road to the Semi-Quincentennial Featuring live music by the Derek Mack Band, Afterglow, car show, food court, bar, local vendors, kids zones, games and prizes, a kids bike parade and fireworks starting at 9:15 p.m. 4 pm; St. Cloud Lakefront Park, 250 Lake Shore Blvd., St. Cloud; 407-892-3671.
Avalon Park 4th of July Celebration Festivities include an apple pie bake-off, bike parade, bounce park, food trucks, community performances, vendors, music and more. 5 pm; Avalon Park, 3702 Avalon Park East Blvd.; free.
Celebration of Freedom The evening is filled with fun, from live entertainment to a free kids area, community vendors, food trucks, fireworks and more. 5 pm; Central Winds Park, 1000 E. State Road 434, Winter Springs; 407-327-1800.
Celebration’s Star-Spangled Spectacular Enjoy DJs and live bands; fireworks start at 9:20 pm. 6-10 pm; Celebration Town Center, 610 Sycamore St., Celebration; free;
celebrationveterans.com.
City of Groveland’s 4th of July Celebration Firecracker pageant, classic car show, live music from Randall Crawford and Chas Collins, food trucks, kids zone, and more. Fireworks spectacular begins at 9:15 pm. 1 pm; Lake David Park, 450 S. Lake Ave., Groveland; groveland-fl.gov/events.
Fireworks at the Fountain 2025 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer invites you to the 48th annual Fireworks at the Fountain on Friday, July 4, at Lake Eola Park. Enjoy live entertainment, family-friendly fun and food from local vendors. Fireworks at 9:10 p.m. 4 pm; Lake Eola Park, North Rosalind Avenue and East Washington Street; orlando.gov.
Fourth of July in Winter Park Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and wear your red, white and blue to enjoy a morning of patriotic celebration. 8:30-11 am; Central Park, North Park Avenue and West Morse Boulevard, Winter Park; free;
cityofwinterpark.org.
Fun Spot America on July 4th This year, guests can pick their park as Fun Spot will launch a huge fireworks display at both Fun Spot Orlando and Fun Spot Kissimmee on Friday, July 4. The sky will come to life starting at 9:30 pm. 10 am; Fun Spot America, 5700 Fun Spot Way; 407-363-3867; fun-spot.com.
Horsepower & Fireworks: Old Town’s Stars, Stripes & V8s Celebration 5 pm; Old Town, 5770 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee; free; 407-396-4888;
myoldtownusa.com.
Howl at the Moon Orlando’s Red, White & Brew Party Get star-spangle hammered and celebrate America’s birthday. We’re rocking the way our founding fathers would want: with a nonstop live show that will make you feel like a firework! 9:30 am-4 pm; Howl at the Moon, 8815 International Drive; free; 407-354-5999, howlatthemoon.com.
Independence Day Celebration The Museum provides free admission in conjunction with the City of Winter Park’s 4th of July Celebration in Central Park. The tradition dates to July 4, 1995, when the Morse opened its current location on Park Avenue. 9:30 am-4 pm; Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art, 445 N. Park Ave., Winter Park; free; 407-645-5311;
morsemuseum.org.
Kid’s 4th of July Celebration Enjoy DJ Scotty B, Mr. Harley’s live music, bubbles, confetti, train rides and mini flags. Perfect for families, with dining and shopping options available. 11 am-12:30 pm; The Promenade at Sunset Walk, 3251 Margaritaville Blvd., Kissimmee; free; 407-338-4811; sunsetwalk.com.
The Last I-4 Fest The last annual I-4 Fest, bringing you community bands you may not have heard yet. 5 pm; Austin’s Coffee, 929 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park; 407-975-3364; austinscoffee.com.
Monumental Fourth of July An unforgettable experience filled with excitement and patriotism. Delight in a live concert on the Festival Lawn, while the kids enjoy endless fun at the KUA Kids Power Zone and so much more. 7 pm; Kissimmee Lakefront Park, 101 Lakeshore Blvd., Kissimmee; free; kissimmee.gov.
Red, White and Food Fest Get ready to celebrate America’s birthday at the ultimate Red, White, and Food Fest: a fun-filled weekend of food, music and patriotic vibes with more than 50 food trucks, a live DJ and festive entertainment. 6:30-11:30 pm; Food Trucks Heaven, 5407 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee; free; 407-305-3624; foodtrucksheaven.com.
Red, White and Views on the Pier Enjoy activities including a craft beer garden, Uncle Sam’s Market, family fun zone, food trucks and vendors, live music, roaming entertainers and more. The fireworks show sponsored by the City of St. Petersburg is scheduled for 9 p.m. and will be visible from the entire waterfront. 4-10 pm; St. Pete Pier, Spa Beach, 600 Second Ave. NE, St Petersburg; free; 813-464-1657; stpetepier.org.
Saturday, July 5
Orlando Red White and Brew Bar Crawl Gather your friends, put on your most patriotic attire and prepare to tour multiple exciting venues, each offering exclusive drink deals to keep the celebration going strong. Meet up at Elixir Kitchen and Bar, 9 W. Washington St. 4 pm; multiple locations; $7.13, eventbrite.com.
Red, White and Pilates The perfect blend of fitness and food. Get your body moving with a Pilates Fusion session led by Jodi Campbell, experience incredible vibes, and then treat yourself to Chroma’s mouth-watering brunch. 9 am; Chroma Modern Bar + Kitchen, 6967 Lake Nona Blvd.; $28.52; 407-955-4340; eventbrite.com.
Red, White and Views on the Pier Keep the Independence Day spirit alive with a high-energy evening featuring a thrilling water ski performance, freestyle jet ski stunts, and an awe-inspiring flyboarder soaring above the bay. Celebrate the red, white, and blue with family-friendly fun and spectacular waterfront action. 4:30-10 pm; St. Pete Pier, Spa Beach, 600 Second Ave. NE, St Petersburg; free; 813-464-1657; stpetepier.org.
Run, White and Blue 5K The race takes place on the back 9 of our 18-hole championship course inspired by the legendary golf course designer Greg Norman. 7:30 am; Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes Resort, 4012 Central Florida Parkway; $50-$75; 407-206-2400; ritzcarlton.com.
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This article appears in Jul 2-8, 2025.