ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – The Fourth of July is just around the corner. There is never a shortage of ways to celebrate the holiday across Central Florida, including festivals, 5K races, parades and, of course, signature firework displays.
There are a wide variety of free events in the local area. Here is a listing of some you might want to add to your Fourth of July weekend plans.
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Remember to take care of your pets, to ensure they feel safe before you head out to see fireworks, celebrate responsibly and enjoy the night!
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BREVARD COUNTY
Rockledge Independence Day Picnic
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 10 a.m.
- Where: McLarty Park in Rockledge.
- What: Activities, games, food, music and more.
Red, White and Boom over North Brevard
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 6 p.m. Fireworks start around 9:15 p.m.
- Where: Chain of Lakes Park in Titusville.
- What: Music, food, local business vendors, family-fun activities and fireworks.
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 8 p.m.
- Where: Front Street Park in Melbourne.
- What: Food trucks, fun and fireworks.
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 8 p.m.
- Where: Cocoa Riverfront Park.
- What: Performance by Brevard Symphony Orchestra and fireworks.
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 9 p.m.
- Where: Space Coast Daily Park in Viera Beach.
- What: Vibrant fireworks display just east of the USSSA Space Coast Complex.
- When: Friday, July 5, at 5 p.m. Fireworks start around 9:15 p.m.
- Where: Eastern Florida State College Palm Bay Campus.
- What: Over 20 food trucks, vendors, live music, games, face painting and fireworks.
FLAGLER COUNTY
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 11 a.m.
- Where: Veteran’s Park in Flagler Beach.
- What: Stars and Stripes parade will run from North 6th Street to South 6th Street, along A1A, and then an Independence Day-themed Music in the Park will last throughout the day.
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 9 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m.
- Where: Flagler County Airport.
- What: Reading of the Declaration of Independence, followed by a fireworks display.
LAKE COUNTY
- When: Wednesday, July 3, at 5 p.m.
- Where: Elizabeth Evans Park in Mount Dora.
- What: Live music, fun activities, food trucks, beverages and fireworks.
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 5 p.m.
- Where: Waterfront Park in Clermont.
- What: Traditional Americana-type activities for all ages, bounce houses, live music, food trucks and fireworks over Lake Minneola.
- When: Saturday, July 6, and Sunday, July 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Where: Brownwood Paddock Square in The Villages.
- What: A festival showcasing the artwork of crafters from all over the country, exhibits, displays and vendors.
MARION COUNTY
When: Thursday, July 4 from 5-10 p.m.
Where: Tuscawilla Park in Ocala
What: Join us for a stunning drone show that will light up the night sky in a dazzling display of patriotism and creativity. Marvel at the synchronized movements of 300 drones as they paint the sky with colors and shapes, creating a truly mesmerizing experience for all ages.
SEMINOLE COUNTY
- When: Wednesday, July 3, at 5 p.m. Fireworks start at 9:30 p.m.
- Where: Cranes Roost Park in Altamonte Springs.
- What: Live music from five local bands, food and drinks, festivities and a fireworks display.
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 7 p.m. Fireworks around 9:15 p.m.
- Where: Along the Riverwalk in Sanford.
- What: Kids zone (playground and splash pad) in Fort Mellon Park, music hosted by K92.3 Jay Edwards, food and drinks, vendors, live performers and fireworks over Lake Monroe.
Fourth of July Parade & Festival
- When: Thursday, July 4. Festival starting at 8:30 a.m. and parade at 10 a.m.
- Where: Rural Heritage Center in Geneva.
- What: Vendors, food booths, marching bands, patriot awards, vintage airplane flyovers, activities for kids, parade and more Independence Day festivities.
- When: Thursday, July 4. Gates open at 5 p.m.
- Where: Central Winds Park in Winter Springs.
- What: Live entertainment, food trucks, vendors, and a free kid’s zone. The night will wrap up with a world-class fireworks display!
ORANGE COUNTY
Fireworks at the Foundation 2024
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 4 p.m. Fireworks start 9:10 p.m.
- Where: Lake Eola Park in Orlando.
- What: Fireworks, family-friendly activities, food and beverages, live entertainment and more.
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 5 p.m.
- Where: Avalon Park in Orlando.
- What: Live music by community performers, bike parade, bounce park, apple pie bake-off, food trucks and vendors.
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 6 p.m. Fireworks start at 9 p.m.
- Where: Apopka Amphitheater.
- What: Food and craft vendors, themed face painting, balloon artistry, climbing tower, bounce houses, live music and fireworks.
Baldwin Park Independence Bash
- When: Wednesday, July 3, at 6 p.m. Fireworks start at 9:15 p.m.
- Where: Village Center of Baldwin Park.
- What: Shopping, artisan showcase, snacks and food truck, face painting, interactive activities, fireworks and more.
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 7:30 a.m.
- Where: Park Avenue in Winter Park.
- What: Yard games, free kids’ run, watermelon eating contest and more.
- When: Saturday, June 29, at 3 p.m.
- Where: Lake Nona Town Center.
- What: Carnival games, activities, live music, food, sweet treats and laser light show.
OSCEOLA COUNTY
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 5:30 p.m. Fireworks at 9:15 p.m.
- Where: St. Cloud Lakefront Park.
- What: Live music, food trucks, car show, kids bike parade, games, local businesses and fireworks display.
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 7 p.m. Fireworks at 9 p.m.
- Where: Kissimmee Lakefront Park.
- What: Live performances, food trucks, beverage concessions and fireworks.
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 5 p.m. Fireworks at 9:20 p.m.
- Where: Celebration Town Center.
- What: Live music, snacks, drinks and fireworks.
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POLK COUNTY
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 4 p.m.
- Where: Lake Eva Park in Haines City.
- What: Fireworks display at signature July Fourth Celebration.
- When: Wednesday, July 3, at 6 p.m. Fireworks at 9 p.m.
- Where: Lake Mirror in downtown Lakeland.
- What: Live music, food trucks, festivities and a fireworks display.
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 3 p.m. Fireworks at 9:15 p.m.
- Where: Lewis Mathews Sports Complex in Davenport.
- What: Live bands, food trucks, craft vendors, family activities and fireworks.
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 3 p.m. Fireworks at 9 p.m.
- Where: Lake Wailes Park in Lake Wales.
- What: Family-fun activities, live music, local food vendors and fireworks
- When: Wednesday, July 3, at 6 p.m.
- Where: MLK Park on Lake Silver in Winter Haven.
- What: Food trucks, live music, water ski shows and fireworks at sunset.
VOLUSIA COUNTY
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 8 p.m. Fireworks at 9 p.m.
- Where: Rockefeller Gardens in Ormond Beach.
- What: Live music, food trucks and fireworks.
- When: Wednesday, July 3, at 6 p.m.
- Where: Earl Brown Park in DeLand.
- What: Live music by Orlando-based rock band, food trucks, kids zone and fireworks at dusk.
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 4 p.m. Fireworks at 9:15 p.m.
- Where: Riverside Park in New Smyrna Beach.
- What: Family fishing tournament, hot dog cookout, food trucks, free concerts and fireworks.
- When: Thursday, July 4, at 5 p.m. Fireworks at 9:15 p.m.
- Where: Dewey O. Boster Park in Deltona.
- What: Live entertainment, face painting, bounce houses, food trucks, vendors, games and fireworks.
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