There’s no need to shell out a ton of cash to buy your own fireworks for 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.
Please note: the majority of all 4th of July events have been cancelled or postponed for 2020. Some cities are moving to a virtual celebration.
Fireworks shows & 4th of July events near Orlando
Celebrate Freedom Parade
Thursday, July 2, 6pm – 8:30pm
Winter Springs
Wave as eight festively decorated city vehicles and police cruisers will drive by. Residents are encouraged to watch from their front yards while people watching from public areas should abide by social distancing rules.
SeaWorld Light Up The Sky
July 3 – 5
Experience a new, high-energy fireworks spectacular at SeaWorld Orlando. The show is included with admission. Reservations are limited and must be made in advance.
Eustis Hometown Celebration
Friday, July 3 at 9:30pm
The city has designated three viewing areas for physical distancing while watching the show. Ferran Park, the Community Center and Sunset Island Park.
LEGOLAND Red, White & Boom
Saturday, July 4
Special viewing areas will be set up for safe spacing of viewers. Fireworks show is included in theme park admission.
VIRTUAL FIREWORKS & CELEBRATIONS
Fireworks at the Fountain
VIRTUAL EVENT FOR 2020
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer’s 43rd annual Fireworks at the Fountain will be held virtually this year. News 6 will present a pre-recorded compilation of the brightest and biggest fireworks from the past several years at Lake Eola.
Winter Park’s 24th Annual 4th of July Celebration
VIRTUAL
Saturday, July 4 at 9am
A link to the pre-recorded, virtual celebration will be posted on the city’s official website at cityofwinterpark.org as well as the city’s Facebook page.
- Bach Festival Choir and Brass Ensemble led by Dr. John Sinclair
- Americana/rock/country artist and Orlando native Sean Holcomb
- Historical presentation by The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
- Photomontage of the city’s previous 4th of July celebrations
- Surprise message from city staff
Virtual: Disney Fireworks
See the Happily Ever After Fireworks burst over Cinderella’s Castle at Walt Disney World Resort. Check out more Disney experiences you can enjoy from home.
CANCELLED OR POSTPONED FIREWORKS
Red Hot & Boom
CANCELLED FOR 2020
Cranes Roost in 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 music from the hottest artists, family fun, and of course, one of the best firework displays. This is a very popular event. You can find adequate viewing spots on the opposite side of the water/amphitheater. If you have a view of the “I-4 eyesore,” then you are close enough to see the fireworks.
Star Spangled Sanford
CANCELLED FOR 2020
Fort Mellon Park on Sanford Riverwalk
Arrive early to set up your spot next to Fort Mellon Park and along the Riverwalk for an afternoon of live music, food, drinks and American fun. The fireworks will burst in the night sky over Lake Monroe.
Winter Springs Celebration of Freedom
POSTPONED to Labor Day weekend
Saturday, September 5, 5pm – 9:30pm
Central Winds Park
Wear your red, white and blue because this city hosts an evening filled with fun including live entertainment, kid’s area and a variety of vendors. As the night wraps up, the sky will fill with world-class fireworks.
Mount Dora Freedom on the Waterfront
CANCELLED FOR 2020
Downtown Mount Dora, Elizabeth Evans Park
Enjoy an afternoon along Lake Dora with live music, food trucks, family fun and a brilliant fireworks display over the water.
Clermont’s 4th of July Red, White and Boom
CANCELLED FOR 2020
Waterfront Park in Clermont
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