All the 4th of July Events and Fireworks in Polk County 2026
- Alastair Mac
- Jun 26
- 4 min read
Get ready for plenty of family-friendly, 4th of July fireworks and fun in Polk County, celebrating America’s 250th Birthday in Central Florida!
Independence Day 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the United States, and Polk County is ready to celebrate in style, and if you're planning on being in the area for the 4th of July, get ready to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with spectacular star spangled fireworks, and so much more.
Beginning July 3 and lasting through the night of July 4, you will find Independence Day celebrations going on throughout Polk County. Read on for our complete guide to all the fireworls spectaculars celebrating America's 250th Birthday in Central Florida.
This Independence Day, celebrate America's 250th Anniversary at 4th of July events throughout Orlando and Central Florida. Check out our Guide to celebrating the 4th of July in Orlando.
4th of July Celebrations on July 3
July 3
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park – Winter Haven
Celebrate Independence Day at Rockin’ Freedom Fest! Bring the whole family and enjoy music, children’s activities, and food trucks, AND a free water ski show performed by the Cypress Gardens Water Ski team. Then, stay for the awesome fireworks show, which will be sure to amaze the entire crowd.
July 3
Lake Mirror – Lakeland
Celebrate the 4th of July downtown at Lakeland’s annual Red, White & Kaboom event on July 3, 2026. Join thousands on the shores of Lake Mirror for an evening of live music, community, and one of Central Florida's most spectacular fireworks displays. This year's celebration is shaping up to be the biggest yet.
4th of July Celebrations on July 4
July 4
LEGOLAND Florida Resort – Winter Haven
Celebrate the 4th of July with a bang at LEGOLAND Florida Resort during Red, White and Boom. Enjoy extended Park hours to ride your favorite rides again and again, groove at an awesome DJ Dance party, and watch an unforgettable firework show that explodes into 3D LEGO bricks. Plus, all event activities are included in regular Park admission
July 4
Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium – Lakeland
The Flying Tigers annual Independence Day fireworks extravaganza returns for 2026. Game time against the Dunedin Blue Jays is at 5 pm. Following the game, there will be a fireworks extravaganza.There will be live music, a ohto botth, bounce houses, face painters, balloon artists and more.
July 4
Lake Eva Park – Haines City
A variety of artists take the stage each year during Thunder on the Ridge, beginning at 4 pm followed by the largest fireworks display in Polk County. There will be plenty of arts, crafts and food vendors, a beer garden and other activities on site. Come join the fun!
July 4
Lake Ariana – Auburndale
Celebrate Independence Day with a dazzling display of thunderous booms and flashing lights! Auburndale’s annual fireworks show is scheduled for 9 - 10 pm on July 4, at Lake Ariana Park.
July 4
Mosaic Park & Bartow Civic Center – Bartow
Enjoy an Independence Day Celebration in Polk County’s capital city, Bartow, kicking off in Mosaic Park, at 5:00 p.m. There will be family fun activities, performances by live musicians all day, food and drink, and so much more! And, at 9:10 pm, it’s time for the big event: the fireworks display.
July 4
Lewis Matthews Sports Complex – Davenport
City of Davenport is hosting a 4th of July Celebration and Fireworks Display on July 4 from 4pm – 9:45 pm. Live Bands, Food Vendors, Craft Vendors, family activities, and a huge fireworks display at 9:15 pm.
July 4
Dundee Community Center – Dundee
The Town of Dundee is hosting the Annual 4th of July Celebration on July 4 at the Dundee Community Center, 603 Lake Marie Blvd, Dundee. Food, games, bounce houses, live music, and fireworks at 9pm.
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