There’s no need to shell out a ton of cash to buy your own fireworks for the 4th of July in Orlando. You can celebrate America’s birthday and experience magnificent fireworks displays without spending a penny with these free fireworks shows & 4th of July events in Orlando.
Nothing compares to the amazing fireworks shows that will burst all around Orlando on Tuesday, July 4th. Most Central Florida cities are hosting an afternoon of good old-fashioned fun with games, food, vendors, and a fireworks finale. The firework displays usually start around 9pm.
Make sure to plan ahead. Bring along chairs, a blanket, picnic, and bug spray — and be prepared for the crowds. Our favorite way to watch the fireworks is by setting up near the show instead of in the middle of the action. You don’t need to be close to see the sky light up.
Keep in mind that fireworks showtimes will be delayed if it’s raining (which happens often this time of year).
Fireworks & 4th of July events near Orlando 2024
Fireworks will burst over Lake Eola in 2023. Image: City of Orlando
ORLANDO FIREWORKS
Orlando’s 47th Annual Fireworks at the Fountain
Thursday, July 4, 4pm – 10pm
Fireworks at 9:10pm
Lake Eola, Downtown Orlando
The fireworks are back in downtown Orlando for 2024! Join Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer for a celebration to remember with the brightest and biggest fireworks over Lake Eola, accompanied by a live patriotic performance by the Orlando Concert Band. FREE live entertainment, family-friendly fun, and food for purchase.
Red Hot & Boom 4th of July Celebration at Cranes Roost in Altamonte Springs.
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS FIREWORKS SHOW
Red Hot & Boom
Wednesday, July 3, 5pm – 11pm
Fireworks 9:30pm
Cranes Roost Park, Altamonte Springs
The City of Altamonte Springs always blows it out of the park to celebrate our nation’s independence. Enjoy a FREE day of live music from some of the hottest artists, family fun, and of course, one of the best fireworks displays.
This is a very popular event that has been running for the past 27 years, so be prepared for the crowds. If you want a quieter spot to view the fireworks, you can find adequate viewing on the opposite side of the water and amphitheater. If you can see the “I-4 eyesore,” then chances are you are in a good spot to see the fireworks.
DOWNTOWN SANFORD 4TH OF JULY
Star Spangled Sanford
Tuesday, July 4, 7pm – 10pm
Fort Mellon Park & downtown Sanford Riverwalk
Fireworks 9:15pm
FREE event with live music, food vendors, a kids’ zone, and more. Spend the afternoon exploring downtown Sanford and playing at the splash pad in Fort Mellon Park. Bring chairs or blankets for a fireworks display over Lake Monroe.
4th of July events and celebrations in Orlando and around Central Florida.
WINTER SPRINGS 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS
Celebration of Freedom Winter Springs
Thursday, July 4, 5pm – 9:30pm
Fireworks at 9:10pm
Central Winds Park, Winter Springs
FREE community 4th of July event with vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, music, shopping, and of course — fireworks! Bring chairs and blankets.
APOPKA FIREWORKS
July 4th Celebration in Apopka
Tuesday, July 4, 6pm – 9pm
Fireworks at 9pm
Apopka Amphitheater
FREE concert, kids’ activities, bounce houses, food, and a July 4th fireworks show by the City of Apopka that will burst into the night sky.
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MOUNT DORA 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS
Mount Dora Freedom on the Waterfront
Wednesday, July 3, 5pm – 10pm
Downtown Mount Dora, Elizabeth Evans Park
Enjoy an afternoon next to Lake Dora with FREE live music, family fun, food trucks to purchase dinner, and a brilliant fireworks display over the water.
CLERMONT FIREWORKS
Clermont’s 4th of July Red, White, and BOOM!
Thursday, July 4, 5pm – 9:30pm
Fireworks 9pm
Waterfront Park in Clermont
FREE community event. Enjoy dinner from food trucks, live music, traditional Americana-style activities, and fireworks over Lake Minneola.
WINTER PARK 4TH OF JULY
Winter Park’s Annual 4th of July Celebration
Thursday, July 4, 9am – 11am
Central Park, Winter Park
FREE live entertainment on stage. You can also enjoy FREE admission to Morse Museum on Monday, July 4.
AVALON PARK FIREWORKS
4th of July Celebration at Avalon Park
Thursday, July 4, 5pm – 9pm
Fireworks at 9pm
Avalon Park
The city is hosting a full evening of patriotic fun with a bike parade, apple pie bake-offs, performances, a bounce park, and a fireworks finale.
KISSIMMEE FIREWORKS
July 4th Celebration
Thursday, July 4, 6pm – 10pm
Fireworks at 9:30pm
Old Town, Kissimmee
FREE event with live music and entertainment.
Monumental 4th of July
Thursday, July 4, 7pm – 9pm
Kissimmee Lakefront Park
FREE event with food trucks, a kids’ zone, beverage station, and fireworks.
Star Spangled 4-Day Celebration
Thursday, July 4, 3pm – 11:30pm
Sunset Walk in Kissimmee
FREE entertainment featuring live bands, performers, a car show, and a fireworks show.
OVIEDO FIREWORKS
Independence Day Celebration
Saturday, July 6
Fireworks at 9pm
Oviedo Mall
FREE to watch the fireworks display.
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