It’s that time of year again, Lakeland. Don your patriotic gear, unload the s’mores sticks, and get ready to party in the USA 863.
Here are a few firework displays taking place on Independence Day, July 4:
- Lakeland Flying Tigers 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular | 5 p.m. | Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland | Baseball game vs. the Tampa Tarpons along with trivia
- Thunder on the Ridge | 4-10 p.m. | Lake Eva Park, 555 Ledwith Ave., Haines City | Children’s activities, food + beer, live entertainment — no pets allowed
- July 4th Celebration | 2:30-10 p.m. | Mosaic Park, 2250 S. Floral Ave., Bartow | Multi-band concert, family activities, food trucks
- Auburndale Fourth of July Fireworks | 9-10 p.m. | Lake Ariana Park, 321 Ramsgate Rd., Auburndale | Classic show + flashing lights
- Davenport 4th of July Celebration | 3-9:45 p.m. | Lewis Mathews Sports Complex, 400 E. Palm St., Davenport | Craft vendors, food, live entertainment
- Plant City Fireworks + 4th of July Celebration | 6-9:30 p.m. | Plant City Stadium, 1810 E. Park Rd., Plant City | Inflatables, food vendors — cash-only event
Looking for a firework-free festivity? Here are a few alternatives:
- Ax-Caliber will be offering specials all day, including $4 off axe throwing.
- Head to CMX Lakeside Village 18 Cinemas’ Summer Film Fest for discounted movie tickets.
- All attractions at Family Fun Center are $4 each when you buy online with code JULY4DEAL.
- Grab hot dogs from Olsen’s Craft Wieners at Swan Brewing starting at 12 p.m., then stick around for music from Steve Hogie Band at 6 p.m.
