The Best 4th of July Fireworks in Orlando 2025

You can expect the sky to light up this Independence Day with spectacular fireworks displays in Orlando and throughout Central Florida.

Independence Day Fireworks 2025

Whether your'e visiting Orlando on vacation or you're a local looking for the best place to watch Independence Day fireworks, we’ve brought together the best fireworks displays throughout Central Florida.

From spectacular theme park fireworks at Walt Disney World, SeaWorld Orlando, Universal Orlando, and more, to the traditional and popular City of Orlando display over Lake Eola, and Red, White & BOOM in Altamonte Springs, and so many more, there is an amaizing choice of displays to celebrate the red, white, and blue.

Walt Disney World - Magic Kingdom

Disney’s Celebrate America! A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky

A spectacular 14-minute fireworks spectacular high above Cinderella Castle on Main Street U.S.A. is presented on July 3, and July 4 at Magic Kingdom.

The Flag Retreat at Magic Kingdom

You won’t want to miss the Flag Retreat which takes place at 5:00 p.m. each day on Main Street U.S.A. where guests can pledge allegiance as the flag is lowered, this special ceremony includes a veteran being selected for the honor.

Dance Parties

DJ dance parties take place throughout Magic Kingdom to celebrate the 4th of July.

Walt Disney World - EPCOT

Live Entertainment

A cappella vocal group Voices of Liberty will perform numbers from the American songbook beneath the rotunda in The American Adventure

Favorite Disney pals will don their "Spirit of '76" attire and meet with guests throughout the day at The American Adventure.

Patriotic bites and sips in honor of the nation's birthday will be available for a limited time

American Adventure

The American Adventure spotlights American history and heritage. The show is a journey through important moments in America’s history narrated by Audio-Animatronic figures of Benjamin Franklin and Mark Twain. Enjoy everyday.

Spaceship Earth

The icon will light up in red, white, and blue for the 4th of July holiday!

4th of July Fireworks

A Fourth of July fireworks tag, 'The Heartbeat of Freedom," will follow the regular nightly show at 9pm.

SeaWorld Orlando

July 4

Enjoy a 4th of July Firework Spectacular on SeaWorld’s large central lake with inspiring music synced to beautiful fireworks in celebration of America. View from areas like Bayside Stadium or find a spot along the water. This event will bring the red, white, and blue, to you, so be sure not to miss it!

Universal Orlando Resort - TO BE CONFIRMED

July 4

Universal Studios Florida and Universal CityWalk are hosting 4th of July celebrations. Guests can enjoy live music, and a DJ at both Universal Studios Florida, and in CityWalk.

Guests within Universal Studios Florida will also have the opportunity to meet various characters, and enjoy a short fireworks display to celebrate Independence Day.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

July 4

Enjoy dazzling entertainment, world-class thrill rides and some of the best fireworks in Tampa for Independence Day at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. 

Red, White & BOOM at LEGOLAND Florida

July 4

Break out your red, white, and bricks because Red, White & BOOM! is back at LEGOLAND Florida Resort! On July 4th, families can enjoy star-spangled activities, an awesome DJ Dance party, and an unforgettable firework show that explodes into 3D LEGO bricks!

HUGE 4th of July Fireworks at Fun Spot America

July 4

July 4 is going to be HUGE at Orlando’s favorite hometown theme park, Fun Spot America. Complete with exciting roller coasters, multi-level go karts, rides and midway games, families will experience a fun-filled day. When the sun goes down at both Fun Spot America Theme Park locations – Orlando and Kissimmee – the skies will come alive with a HUGE Independence Day fireworks display that only Fun Spot can provide. Fireworks begin at 9 pm.

Horsepower & Fireworks: Old Town's Stars, Stripes & V8s

July 4

Old Town's 4th of July Celebration ignites with the perfect blend of American muscle and patriotic spectacle! As twilight descends on Independence Day, our streets come alive with the thunderous roar of automotive legends at our Friday Night Muscle Car Show. Feast your eyes on pristine show-quality muscle cars from 1964 and newer, alongside meticulously restored hot rods and classics dating up to 1985, a rolling museum of America's golden automotive era.

After admiring these mechanical masterpieces, look skyward as a free fireworks display illuminates the night in a breathtaking tribute to freedom.

Sunset Walk 4th of July Star Spangles Celebration

July 4

Old Glory Beer presents the 4th of July Star Spangled Celebration starring DFALC! From 4 pm, enjoy a night of live music and more as Sunset Walk celebrates America!

Prepare for a live music celebration with DFALC in concert, plus special guest DJ Scotty B. and the DFALC Guitar Army, and the Promenade dancers on the Main Stage. Rhythm Me Up in Concert with DJ K1X on the Plaza Stage. Laser light show, confetti storm, special FX, LED street performers. Complimentary LED Glow and Mini American Flags, followed by the Sunset Walk Independence Fireworks Spectacular!

Absolutely FREE admission and complimentary parking.

Sunset Walk 4th of July Star Spangles Celebration

July 4

From 11 am - 12.30 pm, join The Promenade at Sunset Walk for a star-spangled morning of fun at the Kids’ 4th of July Celebration – designed just for families!

DJ Scotty B will keep the energy high with dance-worthy beats, while Mr. Harley delivers a live musical performance that both kids and parents will enjoy!!

Rock Freedom & Fireworks in Longwood

June 28 at Reiter Park, Longwood

The City of Longwood presents Rock, Freedom & Fireworks, Longwood's annual Independence Day Celebration on Saturday, June 28 at Reiter Park featuring live music from Papa Wheelee, over 15 food trucks, a full bar, vendors, and the best fireworks show in town!

Free admission and parking for the event are located at the back parking lot of Orlando Health South Seminole, Longwood City Hall Complex, and the Longwood Sunrail Station. The fireworks show begins at 9 pm.

9th Annual Zephyrhills Summerfest Fireworks

June 28 at Zephyr Park

Join the 10th Anniversary Summerfest Fireworks Festival presented by T-Mobile celebrating American Patriotism and the beautiful Florida Summers in Zephyr Park - Zephyrhills, FL!!!

Featuring tasty food trucks, tons of incredible artists & vendors, free sponsored giveaways, Live Entertainment Sposnored by Custom Air Conditioning, Kids Zone benefiting charity, and fireworks at Dark!

Poinciana Fireworks Spectacular

June 28 at 625 Country Club Drive in Poinciana

Your LifeStyle Department at the Association of Poinciana Villages (APV) is thrilled to share that this year’s APV Fireworks Spectacular will be held on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at the Amphitheater at Vance Harmon Park, located at 625 Country Club Drive in Poinciana. This is one of APV’s largest and most highly attended events of the year, attracting more than 1,000 attendees from across Central Florida. The Fireworks Spectacular is open to the public, making it the perfect night to create lifelong memories with family and friends.

The Big Bang! Lady Lake's Independence Day Celebration

June 28 at Guava Street Athletic Complex

The Town of Lady Lake is thrilled to invite residents and visitors to The Big Bang! Lady Lake's Independence Day Celebration, the community’s premier Independence Day celebration, taking place at the Guava Street Athletic Complex with a fireworks spectacular set to light up the sky. This free, family-friendly event promises an evening full of excitement, entertainment, and patriotic fun.

Orange City Fireworks & Fun

June 28 at Valentine Park 1595 W. French Ave. Orange City

Get ready for the annual Orange City 4th of July Fireworks and Fun Celebration, packed with fireworks and fun for the whole family! Enjoy delicious food from local vendors, groove to live music, and explore a variety of activities throughout the afternoon. Don’t miss the kid zone, watermelon eating contest, and the second year of the pie baking competition!

Admission and parking are free, so come early to snag the best spot for the spectacular fireworks show starting at 9:10 pm. Rain or shine, the festivities kick off at 5 pm, so mark your calendars and let’s make this year’s Fireworks and Fun unforgettable!

Red Hot & Boom

July 3 at Cranes Roost Park, Altamonte Springs

The City is going all out for 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. It’s the ultimate way to experience the best night of the summer with unforgettable performances and a dazzling spectacle in the night sky.

This annual gathering will be the highlight of an extraordinary Independence Day weekend. There is no better place to spend the best night of the summer while enjoying unforgettable performances, a jaw-dropping fireworks show. The event is Wednesday, July 3 from 5 to 10 pm, with the fireworks scheduled to begin at 9:30 pm.

Mount Dora Freedom on the Waterfront

July 3 at Elizabeth Evans Park, Mount Dora

Mount Dora Freedom on the Waterfront is an old-fashioned celebration of Independence Day in Elizabeth Evans Park. Enjoy live music, Kid's Zone activities, food trucks, beverages, and fun for everyone. A family friendly event. The evening ends with a spectacular firework display over Lake Dora. Presented by and the City of Mount Dora. This is a FREE event.

Baldwin Park Independence Bash

July 3 at New Broad St, Baldwin Park

The annual Baldwin Park Independace Bash will take place from 6 pm – 10 pm on July 3 with a 15-minute fireworks show at 9:15 pm. There will be music, dancing, a beer garden, food trucks, balloon artists, face painters and plenty of photo ops!

MetroWest MusicWORKS Independence Day Event

July 3 at MetroWest Golf Club

The MetroWest MusicWORKS Independence Day Celebration is a free community celebration featuring live music, fireworks, food trucks, rides, vendors, and adult beverages for sale. No ticket of any kind is required.

Starting at 9:30 pm, there will be a 20-minute fireworks show at the end of MusicWORKS!

Red, White & Kaboom

July 3 at Lake Mirror, Lakeland

The T.Mims Corp. Red, White & Kaboom Independence Celebration will take place at Lake Mirror along the Frances Langford Promenade in Lakeland on Thursday, July 3, from 6 pm - 9 pm with Gary Love and the Moonlighters, entertaining the crowd before a dazzling fireworks display launches at 9 pm.

Fireworks at the Fountain

July 4 at Lake Eola Park, Downtown Orlando

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer invites you to celebrate the July 4th holiday, and Orlando's 150th anniversary, at Lake Eola Park in Downtown Orlando for the 48th annual Fireworks at the Fountain event. 

From 4 to 10 pm, enjoy live entertainment, family friendly fun, and food and beverages available for purchase from a variety of vendors. At 9:10 pm, the sky will illuminate with a spectacular fireworks finale, set to a live patriotic performance by the Orlando Concert Band.

The City of Winter Garden Party in the Park & Fireworks

July 4 at Newton Park on Lake Apopka, 29 W. Garden Avenue

The City of Winter Garden presents Party in the Park, one of the best fireworks shows in Central Florida!

Party in the Park is a FREE event for the community. The SPECTACULAR fireworks display is over Lake Apopka and preshow entertainment includes live music, family activities, and more for all ages. Festivities begin at 6 pm. and the Fireworks Show starts at 9:15 pm. 

Monumental 4th of July

July 4 at Kissimmee Lakefront Park

Celebrate Independence Day at the City of Kissimmee's Annual Monumental 4th of July! Join us for 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 activities on the Veterans Lawn.

Indulge in delicious treats from food trucks lining Lakeview Drive as you await the breathtaking Monumental Fireworks display over Lake Tohopekaliga, marking the grand finale of the night. Come together with friends and family to celebrate freedom and community spirit in the heart of Kissimmee.

Thunder on the Ridge

July 4 at Haines City

With the title of Polk County’s premiere fireworks display, Thunder on the Ridge is Haines City’s signature July 4th celebration. Since 1998, residents and people across Central Florida have joined Haines City to celebrate this memorable event

The City of Clermont Red, White & Boom

July 4 at Lake Minneola, Clermont

Come spend this Independence Day at Waterfront Park for the City of Clermont’s Annual Red White and Boom Celebration!

This free event includes activities for the whole family with live music, food trucks, bounce houses, and so much more!  This is an event you will not want to miss and will end with a bang with the annual fireworks show over the beautiful Lake Minneola.

Star Spangled Sanford

July 4 at Sanford Waterfront

Star Spangled Sanford is one of the biggest fireworks displays in Central Florida is in the heart of Sanford! Come to Historic Downtown Sanford to celebrate Independence Day and enjoy free activities for the family and our spectacular fireworks display over beautiful Lake Monroe.

The kids will really enjoy the Kids Zone, sponsored by Ladies 327, the enormous park playground, and the splash pad in Ft. Mellon Park. Everyone can relax to music hosted by K92.3’s Jay Edwards, visit food and drink stations, shop the wide variety of vendors and be entertained by live performers along the Riverwalk. End the night with a spectacular pyrotechnics show choreographed to patriotic music over Lake Monroe at about 9:15 pm.

4th On The Lake

July 4 at Lakefront Park, St Cloud

This Fourth of July, join the City of St Cloud for the 4th on the Lake: Road to the Semi-Quincentennial at Lakefront Park.

Starting at 4 pm, enjoy for an afternoon and evening of patriotic family fun you won't forget! Featuring live music by the Derek Mack Band, a car show, food court, bar, local vendors, kids zones, games and prizes, a kids bike parade, and of course a spectacular fireworks show set to music starting at 9:15 pm.

The City of Tavares July 4th Celebration

July 4 at Lake Dora, Tavares

On Friday, July 4th, 2025, the City with host it's annual 4th of July Celebration with fun and entertainment for all ages! The festivities start at 5 pm with a 4th of July Celebration parade!

Followed by fun, games, food, and tunes to honor our nations Independence Day! Enjoy live entertainment, food trucks, games, and other activities in Downtown Tavares. Don't forget the highlight of the evening, show stopping Firework display over Lake Dora at 9 pm

Avalon Park Fourth of July Festival

July 4 at Downtown Avalon Park

Kick off your summer in style and show your patriotism on Friday, July 4th at the Downtown Avalon Park Fourth of July Festival.

Enjoy a host of thrilling attractions, from a wet/dry bounce park and a bike parade to special performances and an apple pie bake-off, from 5-9 pm. Round out your night with an amazing fireworks show at 9 pm

City of Apopka's July 4th Celebration

July 4 at Apopka Amphitheater

Mark your calendars for the City of Apopka's July 4th Celebration on Friday, July 4, 2025 from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Apopka Amphitheater for a FREE, family-friendly event!  This annual celebration includes food, kid activities, music from Private Stock Band, and a spectacular fireworks show to end the evening. 

Private Stock Band (PSB), is a powerhouse of world-class talent delivering non-stop, high-energy entertainment. Guests will enjoy a range of Top 40, Motown, Classic Rock, Latin, Country and Tributes to Billy Joel, Stevie Nicks with a Whitney Houston Finale tribute to America. Enjoy the live “non-stop” concert followed by fireworks. 

Celebration's Star Spangled Spectacular

July 4 at Celebration Town Center

The Celebration Star Spangled Spectacular kicks off at 9 am with the annual Independence Day parade. Following the parade, the star-spangled festivities continue at 5 pm on and around Market and Front Streets, DJ Nick will start the soundtrack for the evening. At 6:30 pm, it is time to get your groove on with Audio Exchange, following the bands performance, a breathtaking pyrotechnic display will illuminate the sky over Lake Rianhard.

City of DeBary’s 4th of July Freedom Fest

July 4 at Gemini Springs Park

The City of DeBary July 4th event, Freedom Fest will feature an evening of family fun, live entertainment, and an unforgettable fireworks and laser light show! The event will also include a variety of food trucks, entertainment, and plenty of activities for all ages.

Boom by the Bay

July 4 at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park, Tampa

Boom by the Bay, powered by TECO, at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park is Tampa’s premier Independence Day celebration, featuring family-friendly activities, live entertainment, an Apple Pie Throwdown, and a fireworks display. The event is free and open to the public, in collaboration with the City of Tampa, Tampa Downtown Partnership, Armature Works, Sparkman Wharf, and Friends of the Riverwalk.

MelBOOM

July 4 at Front Street Park, Melbourne

Head to Front Street Riverfront as Melbourne celebrates the birth of our nation at MelBOOM. Food trucks and fun await with fireworks set to go off at 9 pm. Free to attend. All ages.

Eustis Hometown Celebration

July 4 at Ferran Park

The City of Eustis hosts its Hometown Celebration on July 4. Come celebrate Independance Day in beautiful downtown Ferran Park from 5 pm to 10 pm with vendors, food, and lots of family fun including an awesome water ski show, live music and fantastic fireworks!

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