Date: July 4, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Place: Lake Eola Park
Address: 512 E Washington St, Orlando, FL 32801
Website: Fireworks at the Fountain
Celebrate Independence Day at one of Orlando’s longest-running holiday traditions as Fireworks at the Fountain returns to Lake Eola Park on Saturday, July 4, 2026. This year’s event is especially significant as it commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States, with an afternoon and evening of live entertainment, family-friendly activities, local food and beverage vendors, and one of Central Florida’s most spectacular fireworks displays. Admission is free for all ages.
Festivities begin at 4:00 PM with live music, family activities, and a dedicated kids’ play zone throughout the afternoon. The evening concludes with a spectacular fireworks display over Lake Eola beginning at approximately 9:10 PM, synchronized to a live patriotic performance by the Orlando Concert Band.
Know Before You Go
- Admission is free and open to the public.
- Entertainment begins at 4:00 PM, with fireworks scheduled for approximately 9:10 PM.
- Arrive early to secure a good viewing spot around Lake Eola Park.
- Parking is available at nearby downtown Orlando garages and surface lots. View the official Downtown Orlando parking map before arriving.
- SunRail will offer special holiday service for the event, making it one of the easiest ways to travel to and from downtown.
- Bring lawn chairs or blankets for comfortable fireworks viewing, along with water and sunscreen if arriving early.
Planning Your Visit?
Before heading downtown, explore our guides to Lake Eola Park and Orlando Events to discover more things to do during your Fourth of July weekend in Orlando.

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Citation: Fireworks at the Fountain. Retrieved from: https://www.orlando.gov/Events/Fireworks-at-the-Fountain-2026