Treat Your Family to Fourth of July in Orlando

Spectacular fireworks displays, colorful parades, patriotic music, lively festivities and nonstop fun for the entire family make Orlando the place to be during the 2007 Fourth of July weekend. So gather the family together and celebrate America’s independence at the "Theme Park Capital of the World!"

Walt Disney World Fourth of July Celebrations
A variety of special Fourth of July events have been scheduled for all four of Disney’s world-class theme parks – Disney’s Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney-MGM Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom – such as patriotic parades, live music and spectacular fireworks displays. The "Fantasy in the Sky Fireworks" show at Disney’s Magic Kingdom will begin promptly at 9 PM. A street party with live entertainment and a late-night fireworks display is also planned for Pleasure Island in Downtown Disney. All of the Fourth of July celebrations at Disney World are included in the regular admission price.

Fourth of July at Universal CityWalk
Spend the Fourth of July weekend enjoying the thrilling rides and attractions at Universal Orlando’s two extraordinary theme parks – Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. Then check out an amazing Fourth of July extravaganza that involves live music, games and an "All-American cookout," as well as the simultaneous launch of a glorious display of fireworks from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. The Fourth of July celebration at Universal CityWalk is included in the regular admission price (preferred viewing is $10). Visitors can also reserve seats on the second-floor balcony of Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville to get a spectacular view of the fireworks display.

SeaWorld Orlando Fourth of July Events
In addition to it exhilarating live animal shows such as "Blue Horizons" and "Shamu Rocks America," SeaWorld Orlando will feature patriotic daytime shows, special performances of Mistify and an impressive fireworks display. SeaWorld Orlando park hours will be extended to 11 PM on Fourth of July.

Downtown Orlando Fourth of July Festivities
Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon around beautiful Lake Eola in downtown Orlando at Fireworks at the Fountain, which features games, activities, live entertainment and delicious food, followed by a fabulous 30-minute fireworks display at night. More than 100,000 people are expected to attend Fireworks at the Fountain and admission is free. If you’re seeking some serious Fourth of July partying, head to downtown Orlando’s Wall Street Plaza for the Fourth of July Block Party, which includes an outdoor stage for quality live entertainment. It’s a great place to go before and after viewing area fireworks displays. Admission to the Fourth of July Block Party is free.