Where to catch the rocket’s red glare

A guide to Osceola County July 4th celebrations

Friday night there will be plenty of (legal) “bombs bursting in air” around Osceola County in celebration of Independence Day.

Here’s a list of where to find that explosive entertainment.

Kissimmee’s Monumental Fourth of July: Celebrate Independence Day in a monumental way starting at 7 p.m. at Lakefront Park. Come for the food trucks and live performance by Anti Idol as they bring the energy and music to keep the celebration going, and stay for the fireworks scheduled to begin at 9 p.m. Kids can burn through their energy at the KUA Kids Power Zone, dance along with DJ Will, grab some free glow-in-the-dark giveaways, and stop by for fun face painting. The party continues at the lighthouse lawn with Hits 96.5 who will keep the vibes festive.

St. Cloud’s 4th on the Lake: Road to the Semi-Quincentennial: Festivities start at 4 p.m. with local vendors, food courts, the first-ever Open Cornhole Competition (limited to 20 teams, register now at https://share.scoreholio.com/ NZIngKYHVTb) at 4:30 p.m., and a spectacular fireworks show set to music starting at 9:15 p.m. The Kids Bike Parade, where those 12 and younger can decorate their bikes red, white, and blue starts at 6 p.m.

Celebration’s Star Spangled Spectacular: Celebration offers a full day from 4-11:30 p.m., with a free concert staring DFALC—“The Legends Tour 2025” and special guests DJ Scotty B, The “DFALC Guitar Army” & Promenade Dancers on the Main Stage. The fun continues with complimentary LED Glow and mini-American flags, a laser light show, a confetti storm, and an LED performance. Please note that chairs, blankets, coolers, backpacks, or outside food & beverage are not allowed.

Horsepower & Fireworks Old Town’s Stars, Stripes & V8s Celebration: Old Town’s 4th of July Celebration ignites with a blend of American muscle and patriotic spectacle. The thunderous roar of automotive legends at the Friday Night Muscle Car Show at 3 p.m. sparks 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 at 8:30 p.m. After admiring these mechanical masterpieces, look skyward at 9:30 p.m. for their free fireworks display illuminating the night in a breathtaking tribute to freedom.

Good Samaritan Village Extravaganza: Join the community at 4197 South Orange Blossom Trail starting at 7 p.m. with music and concessions, culminating with the Annual Fireworks Extravaganza starting at 9 p.m. $5 fee per car. For more information call 407-201-4146.

Island H20 Water Park: While the park will be open for regular daytime admission, the real party kicks o_ at 4 p.m. and runs until 11 p.m. Guests can enjoy water slides after dark, themed bites and drinks, and prime viewing of the Sunset Walk fireworks from inside the park at 9:45 p.m. Classic Fourth of July fares will be available with special meal deals, along with themed drinks to keep the celebration going well into the evening.