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The free and family-friendly Eustis Hometown Celebration features live music, vendors, food, and a fireworks show on July 4. Photo courtesy of the event
The free and family-friendly Eustis Hometown Celebration features live music, vendors, food, and a fireworks show on July 4. Photo courtesy of the event
7/2/25 - By Charlotte B

Looking for the best things to do in Orlando this 4th of July weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

Orlando ranks as one of the top destinations in the country for Fourth of July celebrations—and it’s easy to see why! The city lights up with spectacular July 4th fireworks, festive parades, and patriotic events. Celebrate our nation's birthday with fireworks at the theme parks or one of the many Independence Day events with beautiful Central Florida fireworks displays. Make the most of the long weekend with a summer day trip or a quick escape to a local beach for some classic summer fun!

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Baldwin Park Independence Bash

Orlando - FREE
Thursday, July 3, 2025
This community Independence Bash features a street party in the heart of downtown Baldwin Park followed by a fireworks show at 9:15pm. READ MORE

City of Altamonte's Red Hot & Boom

Altamonte Springs - FREE
Thursday, July 3, 2025
The City of Altamonte Springs is excited to announce Central Florida's hottest Independence Day celebration. Join thousands of your closest friends in the park for live music, food, and one of the best fireworks shows around. READ MORE

MetroWest MusicWorks

Orlando - FREE
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Orlando Health presents MusicWorks, featuring food, music, and fireworks. READ MORE

Mount Dora's Freedom on the Waterfront

Mount Dora - FREE
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Mount Dora's annual Freedom on the Waterfront is full of festivities, including a kids zone, food trucks, live music, vendors, and a fireworks spectacular over Lake Dora at 9:15pm. READ MORE

4th of July Celebration at Avalon Park

Orlando - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
Celebrate the 4th at Avalon Park with a bike parade, bounce park, community performances, food trucks, apple pie bake-off, music, and of course, fireworks. READ MORE

4th of July Star Spangled Celebration

Kissimmee - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
Promenade at Sunset Walk invites you to the 4th of July Star Spangled Celebration starring DFALC – The Legends Tour 2025! Enjoy exciting attractions like a laser light show, confetti storm, and LED street performers. The evening concludes with Promenade at Sunset Walk’s Independence Day Fireworks Spectacular. READ MORE

Celebration Independence Day Parade

Celebration - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
Celebration's Independence Day Parade kicks off at Town Hall and travels along Celebration Avenue, Market Street, and concludes at Lakeside Park. READ MORE

City of Kissimmee's Monumental 4th of July

Kissimmee - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
City of Kissimmee’s Annual Monumental 4th of July Celebration features live performances on the Festival Lawn, KUA Kid’s Zone on the Veterans Lawn, food trucks, beverage concessions, and a grand Fireworks display to close out the night. READ MORE

City of Ocoee 4th of July Festival

Ocoee - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
City of Ocoee Parks and Leisure Services July 4th event features a car show, community market, corn hole tournament, live music, free games, activities, and fireworks at Bill Breeze Park to end the night.  READ MORE

Clermont's Red, White & Boom

Clermont - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
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 more. The event concludes with the annual fireworks show over the beautiful Lake Minneola. READ MORE

Eustis Hometown Celebration

Eustis - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
This free event features an impressive lineup of family-friendly activities that you will not want to miss this Independence Day. READ MORE

Fireworks at the Fountain

Downtown Orlando - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
This annual event includes live entertainment, family-friendly fun, and food and beverages available for purchase from a variety of vendors. At 9:10 p.m., the sky will illuminate with a spectacular fireworks finale, set to a live patriotic performance by the Orlando Concert Band. READ MORE

July 4th Celebration at the Apopka Amphitheater

Apopka - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
This free, family-friendly celebration includes food and craft vendors, activities for kids, a free concert, and fireworks. READ MORE

July 4th Fireworks at Fun Spot America

Orlando & Kissimmee
Friday, July 4, 2025
Cap off your day of celebration with a magnificent fireworks show at 9:30 PM, free with your park admission, at the Orlando and Kissimmee locations. Watch as the night sky over each of the parks bursts into a spectacular display of colors, celebrating America’s freedom with a bang! READ MORE

Kids' 4th of July Celebration

Kissimmee - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
Celebrate the Fourth of July at Promenade at Sunset Walk's "Kids' 4th of July Celebration." Families will enjoy a lively event featuring DJ Scotty B, a live performance by Mr. Harley, and fun activities like bubble play, confetti, and train rides. Enjoy music, dining, and shopping for a perfect family-friendly start to your holiday weekend! READ MORE

Mount Dora Independence Day Parade

Mount Dora - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
Visit downtown Mount Dora for a patriotic tribute parade celebrating our country's independence. The parade begins at the corner of Donnelly and 7th Avenue and runs to Charles Avenue. READ MORE

St. Cloud 4th on the Lake

St. Cloud - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
This Fourth of July, join the City of St. Cloud for the annual 4th on the Lake at Lakefront Park. Enjoy an afternoon and evening filled with patriotic family fun, featuring live music by the Derek Mack Band, a classic car show, food court, bar, local vendors, kids zones, games, prizes, a kids bike parade, and a spectacular fireworks show set to music at 9:15 p.m. READ MORE

Star Spangled Sanford

Sanford - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
Celebrate Independence Day in Sanford with an evening of family fun at this waterfront celebration along the Sanford Riverwalk. Enjoy music, cirque-style street performers, delicious food and drinks, and local vendors. Families can look forward to the complimentary Kids Zone and all the fun that Ft. Mellon Park offers, including the playground, splash pad, and basketball courts. READ MORE

Winter Garden Party in the Park

Winter Garden - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
Party in the Park is a free event for the community. The fireworks display is over Lake Apopka and preshow entertainment includes live music, family activities, and more for all ages.  READ MORE

Winter Park's Annual 4th of July Celebration

Winter Park - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
Celebrate Independence day with the City of Winter Park's annual 4th of July celebration. Enjoy a kids zone, live music, a bicycle parade, and more! READ MORE

Winter Springs Celebration of Freedom

Winter Springs - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
Celebrate the 4th of July with a bang at Central Winds Park for Winter Springs' annual Celebration of Freedom. The evening has live entertainment, food trucks,  great vendors, and a free kid's zone sponsored by AdventHealth. The night will wrap up with a world-class fireworks display. READ MORE

Legoland's Red, White & Boom

Winter Haven
July 4 & 5, 2025
Have a bricktastic burst of fun with Red, White & Boom at Legoland Florida. On July 4th, families can enjoy star-spangled activities, an awesome DJ Dance party, a special limited time sweet treat, and an unforgettable firework show that explodes into 3D Lego bricks. READ MORE

Become a Jr. Shark Scientist at Crayola Experience Orlando

Orlando
Saturday, July 5, 2025
Dive into shark week in a creative and educational way. While you enjoy shark crafts, Sharks4Kids will be on-site educating you about sharks. Become a junior shark scientist for the day. Learn how scientists collect data from sharks, and why it's important. See real-life shark jaws and learn how they tag them in the ocean. READ MORE

City of Oviedo Independence Day Celebration

Oviedo - FREE
Saturday, July 5, 2025
Join the City of Oviedo for a hometown Independence Day Celebration at the Oviedo Mall. Enjoy vendors as well as the food options inside the Oviedo Mall, as well as kids activities, live entertainment, and line dancing. READ MORE

Community Independence Party at Delaney Street Baptist Church

Orlando - FREE
Saturday, July 5, 2025
Delaney Street Baptist Church is having a community star-spangled celebration with yard games, hot dogs, marshmallows, ice cream, and fireworks.  READ MORE

Christmas in July Extravaganza at The Florida Mall

Orlando - FREE
Opening weekend! Weekends through July 27, 2025
Get ready for a holly jolly summer—Christmas in July is back at The Florida Mall bringing the magic all month long with Santa sightings, holiday movies, kids crafts, snowfall, and more. READ MORE

Science Sundays at Brevard Zoo

Melbourne
Opening day! Sunday, July 6, 2025
Each Sunday at the Brevard Zoo,  escape the summer sun and dive into engaging, hands-on activities led by experts in the Nyami Nyami River Lodge. From fascinating animal behavior demonstrations to interactive exhibits on conservation and environmental science, Science Sunday combines the thrill of discovery with the comfort of cool, shaded spaces. READ MORE

Sensory Sensitive Sundays at Chuck E. Cheese

Multiple Locations
Sunday, July 6, 2025
Chuck E. Cheese has partnered with the Center for Autism and Related Disorders to provide a sensory-friendly event specifically for children with autism and other special needs. READ MORE

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About the Author

Charlotte Blanton
Charlotte Blanton, a Central Florida native and mom of three, holds a business degree from the University of Florida (Go Gators!). After a career in corporate finance, she pivoted to stay home with her kids and found her passion for writing through Mommy Poppins. She loves exploring local theme parks and discovering fun activities for families in Central Florida.
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