Fourth of July fireworks schedule for Orlando theme parks 2026
Find out where to watch fireworks on the Fourth of July in Orlando at Disney, Universal, SeaWorld, and nearby locations with showtimes and helpful information.
Home to major theme parks that display fireworks shows 365 days a year, Orlando, Fla., nonetheless raises the bar for Independence Day with red, white, and blue fire in the sky. Orlando is preparing for a dazzling display this week because this year is extra special thanks to all the America 250 celebrations.
June and July 2026 update: multiple celebrations in Orlando are now confirmed.
July 4th fireworks at Orlando theme parks
Here are all the theme parks in the Orlando area hosting nighttime spectaculars on July 4, 2026 this Saturday. And a few locations, as noted below, have displays this Friday and Sunday too!
*In some cases, parks won’t be showcasing an America-themed production, but rather their regular, nightly displays. Such parks have an asterisk (*) next to their name in our list below.
Walt Disney World
Magic Kingdom and nearby hotels
- July 3-5, 2026
- “Disney’s Celebrate America! A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky” at 9 p.m. fireworks
Inside Magic Kingdom, you will need to secure your spot to view the fireworks about two hours prior to showtime. You can even watch the fireworks outside of the park without a theme park ticket, but you’ll need to book a dining reservation as soon as possible.
Click the button below for our guide to the best places to watch the 4th of July fireworks at Magic Kingdom.
Photo courtesy of Disney / David Roark
Epcot
- July 4-5, 2026
- “Luminous: The Symphony of Us” immediately followed by “The Heartbeat of Freedom” at 9 p.m.
For the 4th of July, Epcot’s traditional fireworks show will be followed by a five-minute finale with patriotic music, red, white, and blue lighting, and massive fireworks.
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Disney’s Hollywood Studios*
“Fantasmic!” is usually at 9:05 p.m. This stirry live performance includes fountains, projections, and fireworks. There are no patriotic components.
Photo courtesy of Disney
Photo courtesy of Disney
Note: Disney Springs and Disney’s Animal Kingdom do not currently host a nighttime spectacular.
Universal Orlando
2026 will be a big year for 4th of July fireworks and happenings at Universal Orlando. With it being a Saturday this year, there is more time for extra fun. Most exciting of all is that the celebration will span the entire resort, including character meet‑and‑greets, live DJs and entertainment, and special pyrotechnics.
Universal Studios Florida
- “CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular” at 9 p.m. with fireworks, drones, projections, fountains followed by a brief fireworks display at 10 p.m.
At Universal Studios Florida, the Fourth of July celebration commences at 5:15 p.m. and continues until park close with exciting entertainment at the Music Plaza Stage, including a live DJ followed by appearances by patriotic stilt walkers and performers, as well as meet and greets with beloved characters later in the evening.
In addition to Universal Studios Florida’s popular attractions and entertainment, guests can enjoy viewings of the fan-favorite Universal Mega Movie Parade at 6 p.m. and CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular at 9 p.m. The festivities conclude with a brief pyrotechnic display over the Universal Studios Florida lagoon at 10 p.m.
Photo by Matt Roseboom
Universal Islands of Adventure*
- “Hogwarts Always” runs continuously from dusk until 10 p.m. with projections and minimal fireworks all themed to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
(2026 time to be confirmed soon)
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Universal CityWalk
Universal CityWalk will offer a family-friendly evening filled with patriotic stilt walkers and performers as well as plenty of live music – starting with the musical group, American Sirens, at 5:00 p.m. and then a DJ at 8:00 p.m.
Epic Universe
Universal Epic Universe will celebrate Independence Day with an evening of entertainment in Celestial Park, including patriotic stilt walkers, a live DJ and performances on the Hemisphere Stage beginning at 5 p.m. The festivities conclude with a special Fourth of July fireworks display over the Cosmos Fountain at 9 p.m., followed by the park’s nightly fountain show at 10 p.m.
It is possible the ‘Universal Celestial Goodnight,’ will have a “soft opening” before its official debut on July 7, 2026.
SeaWorld Orlando
- “Ignite” will have a patriotic finale most likely at 10 p.m. with fireworks. SeaWorld Orlando is one of the few theme parks with the option to reserve seating for its 4th of July fireworks. And there is even a VIP Happy Hour option with tapas and drinks.
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Fun Spot America
Fun Spot America (Orlando)
5700 Fun Spot Way, Orlando, FL 32819
Fun Spot America has two locations in the Orlando area and does not usually charge an admission fee. Expect crowds and traffic.
- “Fun on the 4th” at 9:30 p.m. for fireworks
Fun Spot America (Kissimmee)
2850 Florida Plaza Blvd, Kissimmee, FL 34746
- “Fun on the 4th” at 9:30 p.m. for fireworks
Other nearby 4th of July events
Promenade at SunsetWalk in Kissimmee
Located about ten minutes from Walt Disney World, SunsetWalk is a dining and entertainment venue with free parking and no admission fee. Its location at the Margaritaville Resort Orlando gives its a tropical flair.
The morning of July 4, 2026 at 11 a.m., there will be a family-friendly celebration.
For 2026 SunsetWalk has a massive patriotic celebration with a laser light show, confetti storm, LED street performers, and fireworks. It starts on July 4, 2026 at 4 p.m. and goes on until 11:30 p.m.
Celebration’s Star Spangled Spectacular at Celebration Town Center
The town that Disney built is a great choice for a local fireworks display near Walt Disney World. Celebration’s 4th of July event takes place in Celebration Town Center. The free, public event will feature live entertainment throughout the evening, beginning with DJ Bubbles from 5 to 6:30 p.m., returning from 7:15 to 7:45 p.m. and again from 8:30 to 9:20 p.m.
The M-80s will perform from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m., 7:45 to 8:30 p.m., and 9:40 to 10 p.m. A patriotic fireworks display blasts off at 9:20 p.m., lighting up the sky in celebration of the Fourth of July.
ICON Park on International Drive
Although there are no fireworks displays, ICON Park usually decks out The Eye (the massive observation wheel) in the bright red, white and blue of the American flag. There are usually free activities on the lawn and other festivities.
Legoland Florida Resort’s Red, White & BOOM!
About 45 minutes from Orlando’s tourism district, Legoland Florida Resort will celebrate Independence Day with its annual Red, White & BOOM! event on July 4. The family-focused celebration includes extended park hours from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., an American Flag LEGO build, character meet-and-greets, a DJ dance party, and more than 50 rides and attractions designed for children ages 2 to 12.
It’s one of the area’s most family-friendly Fourth of July celebrations, with activities tailored specifically to younger guests.
The night concludes at 9 p.m. with Legoland Florida’s largest-ever Red, White & BOOM! fireworks spectacular, expected around park closing. The 12-minute show over Lake Eloise features special viewing glasses that transform fireworks into colorful LEGO brick shapes, creating an experience unique to LEGOLAND. Fireworks glasses will be distributed beginning at 7:45 p.m., and a limited-capacity VIP viewing package is available for an additional fee.
The featured image of this article contains photos by Steven Diaz, Dani Meyering, as well as from fstop123 in Getty Images Signature.
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