With Independence Day being tomorrow, Osceola County is ready to light up the holiday with a spectacular lineup of free, family-friendly events—featuring patriotic parades, high-energy concerts, dazzling fireworks, and festive poolside parties.
⭐ Celebration Town Center: Parade & Fireworks Spectacular
On Friday, July 4, Celebration’s festive day begins at 8 a.m. with an Independence Day Parade leaving from Celebration Town Hall and winding past Market Street toward Lakeside Park. The celebrations continue into the evening: DJ City Beat spins at 5 p.m., followed by Audio Exchange at 6:30 p.m., leading up to a fireworks extravaganza at 9:20 p.m.
🌟 Kissimmee’s Monumental Fourth at Lakefront Park
Historic Downtown Kissimmee throws its annual Monumental Fourth of July bash on July 4, with the event kicking off at 7 p.m. Highlights include a live concert on the Festival Lawn, a KUA Kids Power Zone, food trucks along Lakeview Drive, and a spectacular fireworks display at 9 p.m. over Lake Tohopekaliga.
🚗 Old Town’s “Stars, Stripes & V8s”
Old Town Kissimmee revs into independence day with its 6–10 p.m. Horsepower & Fireworks celebration, featuring free live music, an impressive antique car show, and a fireworks finale.
🌊 St. Cloud Lakefront Park: 4th on the Lake
Also on July 4, St. Cloud Lakefront Park kicks off its 4th on the Lake celebration at 4 p.m. Attendees can enjoy a car show, kids’ beach bash, inaugural cornhole tournament, a patriotic bike parade at 6 p.m., plus live music, food trucks, a beer garden—and a fireworks show set to music at 9:15 p.m.
🏨 Resort & Hotel Events
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Reunion Resort (July 3–6): Poolside mermaid performances, “Red, White & Splash” at the water park on July 4, nightly BBQ specials, and a circus spectacle on July 5.
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Delta Hotels Orlando Celebration (July 4–5): Poolside grilling from 12–3 p.m. and live DJ sets from 5–8 p.m.
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Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate (July 4): Family fun leading into an 8–9:30 p.m. grand fireworks display, plus pool games and BBQ options (parking fees apply).
🎢 Theme‑Park Celebrations
Osceola’s theme parks are all-in for Independence Day:
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SeaWorld Orlando delivers a fireworks spectacular over its central lake, set to inspiring music—admission included.
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LEGOLAND Florida hosts its “Red, White & BOOM!” event with treats, a DJ party, and 3D LEGO fireworks.
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Universal Orlando Resort offers evening pyrotechnics, live DJs, character meet‑and‑greets, stilt walkers, and the Mega Movie Parade beginning at 6:15 p.m..
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Walt Disney World will once again light up the skies over EPCOT and Magic Kingdom with their iconic fireworks displays included in park admission.
🎨 Other Community Highlights
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Promenade at Sunset Walk (Vinyl entertainment complex) hosts a Kids’ Celebration from 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. with DJ Scotty B, bubble play, confetti, train rides, and complimentary mini flags—then continues with live music and fireworks throughout the day and evening.
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Food Trucks Heaven in Kissimmee invites you to the “Red, White & Food Fest” from 6:30–11:30 p.m., offering 50+ food trucks, a live DJ, contests, raffles (with $100 prizes), and free parking.
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Charles Hosmer Morse Museum in Winter Park opens its doors for free admission (9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.) in conjunction with Winter Park’s Central Park celebration.
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Rock & Brews hosts a July 4–6 weekend of live music, DJs, and patriotic food and drink specials—including an 8–11 p.m. show on July 4.
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Showcase of Citrus offers off‑road monster‑truck rides on July 4 (10 a.m.–6 p.m.), with free access for first responders (call ahead to reserve)
🎯 Final Notes
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Most events are free, though theme parks require standard admission.
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Fireworks typically begin between 9–10 p.m.—check specific venues for exact times.
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Parking tips: Lakefront Park in Kissimmee and Celebration venues often require early arrival or parking reservations.
Positively Osceola wishes residents and visitors a joyful, safe, and memorable Independence Day. With events spanning from morning parades to night sky fireworks, there’s something for everyone this July 4th.
