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. Get ready for a dazzling display because this year is extra special thanks to all the America 250 celebrations.
May 30, 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. For any July 4th fireworks that do not yet have confirmed 2026 showtimes, we will provide an update once announcements are made.
*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
- “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 (no patriotic elements but may have special pyrotechnics.)
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)
Photo courtesy of Universal
Epic Universe
The newest theme park in Orlando does not yet have a confirmed fireworks display for 4th of July; however, last year, guests enjoyed a dazzling display. With the recent hiring of a pyrotechnics team for Epic Universe, we expect there to be a show again this year.
SeaWorld Orlando
- “Ignite” will most likely be immediately followed by a patriotic finale at 10 p.m. fireworks
Photo courtesy of SeaWorld
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. Specific details for 2026 to be announced soon. Expect crowds and traffic.
- “Fun on the 4th” most likely at 9:30 p.m. for fireworks
Fun Spot America (Kissimmee)
2850 Florida Plaza Blvd, Kissimmee, FL 34746
- “Fun on the 4th” most likely 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.
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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