Celebrate America’s 250th at Mount Dora’s Freedom on the Waterfront featuring a fireworks and drone show!

Enjoy an evening of live music, food vendors, family fun, a kids zone, local vendors, and a fireworks and drone show over the waterfront.

Mount Dora is going big for America’s 250th. Join the City of Mount Dora for Freedom on the Waterfront on Friday, July 3, from 4 - 10 pm, as one of Central Florida’s most beautiful lakefront settings turns into a patriotic Independence Day celebration.

Set along the shores of Lake Dora, this free, family-friendly event brings together live music, food vendors, local vendors, a kids zone, and a full evening of waterfront fun before the night ends with a drone show and fireworks over the lake.

The entertainment lineup includes DJ Sarah Masters, Cat Ridgeway, and a live performance by national recording artist Tonic, with REAL Radio 104.1’s Chad Hallmark hosting the evening. At 9 pm, the celebration moves into its patriotic finale with announcements and the National Anthem with Honor Guard, followed by a drone show at 9:10 pm and fireworks at 9:20 pm.

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.

Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs, arrive early, and enjoy the full evening downtown. The best viewing areas are Elizabeth Evans Park and the Simpson Cove lakefront areas.

Free shuttle parking will be available from 4 - 11 pm with pickup at First Baptist Church Mount Dora and drop-off at Gilbert Park.

Celebrate Independence Day weekend in Mount Dora with live music, lake views, fireworks, and a one-of-a-kind waterfront celebration honoring 250 years of America.

For more information: https://www.mountdora.gov/984/Freedom-on-the-Waterfront

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