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Fourth of July Events and Fireworks in Lakeland and Polk County

Fourth of July is on Thursday this year.

By Julia Williams Owner, Publisher Macaroni Kid Lakeland-Bartow-Mulberry June 25, 2019


Looking for fourth of July festivities, events and Fireworks in Lakeland and Polk County? We have a complete list of parades, events and fireworks for you right here!

 Please note that events with ** will have fireworks.


Mulberry's Independence Day Party

When: June 29th 11:00-2:00PM 

Where: Spence Park 

Details: It's our 3rd Annual Celebrate America: Independence Day Party and we can't wait. Join us for live music, backyard games, a giant water slide and more as we celebrate our amazing Country's birthday! Please visit the EVENT PAGE for more information. 

Rock 'N' Freedom Fest Winter Haven

Rock 'N' Freedom Fest Winter Haven

When: July 3rd 6:00-9:00PM

Where: MLK Park 

**Details: The City of Winter Haven along with our sponsors, are excited to bring you the 2019 Rock N' Freedom Fest celebration. It will take place at Martin Luther King Jr. Park, along the southern shores of Lake Silver on Wednesday, July 3rd from 6 pm - 9 pm with live music, kid’s activities, LOTS of great vendors and a breathtaking fireworks display starting at dusk! Please visit the EVENT PAGE for more information.

Red, White and Kaboom 

When: Wednesday July 3rd 6:00-9:00PM

Where: Frances Langford Promenade at Lake Mirror 

**Details: The T. Mims Corp. Red, White & Kaboom Independence Celebration will take place at Lake Mirror along the Frances Langford Promenade on Wednesday, July 3rd from 6 PM - 9:15 PM. Musical guests, The City Saints, will entertain the crowd before a dazzling fireworks display launches at 9 PM. Please visit the EVENT PAGE for updates and more information.

Red, White & Blue Snack & Shop 

When: Wednesday July 3rd 6:00-9:00PM

Where: Downtown Lakeland

Details: his year, the LDDA has decided to partner with the City of Lakeland's annual "Red, White & Kaboom" and the Tampa Bay Food Truck Rally's "Red, White & Food Trucks" to bring you "Red, White & Blue Snack & Shop" on July 3, 2019 from 6pm to 9pm in Downtown Lakeland. Downtown shops and restaurants will be open late. Enjoy vendors and exhibitors on N. Kentucky Ave. north of the railroad tracks, stretching down to Oak St.
Our special Wednesday, July 3rd event will replace our regularly scheduled July 5th First Friday. Please see the EVENT PAGE for more information.

Fourth of July with the Flying Tigers

When: Thursday July 4th 4:00PM

Where: Publix Field at Joker Merchant Stadium 

**Details: Come celebrate the time honored tradition of watching America's favorite past time on the 4th of July with the Lakeland Flying Tigers.
Gates open at 4 PM and First Pitch against the Dunedin Blue Jays is scheduled for 5pm.Following the game, The Sofa Kings will perform live music on the field, playing all the great classics, following the game, we will illuminate the skies of Lakeland with a spectacular fireworks show! Please visit the EVENT PAGE for more information. 

Bartow Fourth of July Celebration 

When: July 4th 4:00-9:00PM

Where: Mosaic Park 

**Details: Free Family Fun at Bartow’s Mosaic Park Bandshell. Event starts at 4:00pm “Ace” Jackson and the Jump Kings 6:30pm, Eli Mosley Band 7:30pm, Boom Boom Boom 9:00pm. Happy Birthday America! Please visit the EVENT PAGE for more information.

Thunder on Ridge 2019 Haines City 

When: July 4th 3:00-9:00

Where: Haines City Parks and Rec

**Details: Thunder on the Ridge is Haines City’s signature event. Since 1998, residents, and people across the county have joined Haines City to celebrate this Fourth of July tradition. With the title of Polk County’s largest & best firework display, we strive to make this a memorable event. We will have cold beer, food, live entertainment, children’s activities, and much more! Be sure to bring your family out in July for a celebration you don’t want to miss! Please visit the EVENT PAGE for more information.

Auburndale Fourth of July Celebration

When: July 4th 12:00-9:30PM

Where: Lake Ariana

**Details: Come celebrate Independence Day with us at Lake Ariana Park! This year's celebration will feature food trucks, music, sack races, watermelon eating contests, dodgeball, and fireworks! Please visit the EVENT PAGE for more information.

Fourth of July Celebration Davenport

When: July 4th 3:00-9:00PM

Where: Lewis Mathews Sports Complex

**Details: 3:00 P.M. – 9:45 P.M. FIREWORKS DISPLAY STARTS AT 9:15 P.M. NO PERSONAL FIREWORKS, BRING YOUR OWN LAWN CHAIR FOR MORE INFO CALL: 863-419-3300 Ext: 138. Please visit the EVENT PAGE for more information. 

Bok Tower - Happy Fourth of July

Where: Bok Tower Gardens

Celebrate Independence Day at Bok Tower Gardens with free admission to everyone for the whole day. Please visit the EVENT PAGE for more information.


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