Independence Day, more popularly known as 4th of July, is a celebration of America’s inception and the birthday of this country. One of the most popular ways to celebrate this special day is through fantastic displays of fireworks. If you are wondering where the best places to watch fireworks in Orlando are, we have a detailed list for you below. Whether you are looking for family fun, interested in getting together with friends, or want to cuddle up with your significant other, Orlando has many options on where to watch Fireworks this 4th of July.
 

Best Places To Watch Fireworks | Orlando 2016

Lake Eola’s “Fireworks By The Fountain”
Celebrate America’s birthday with a free fireworks and laser show in Downtown Orlando. Attendees are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner and lawn chairs to sit on to enjoy the show. This free event is hosted at Orlando’s Lake Eola Park and runs from 4-10pm. 

Fireworks at Walt Disney World
4th of July at Walt Disney World Resort is far from free but nothing short of spectacular. Admission to the events is included under regular park admission. Fireworks at the Magic Kingdom start at 9pm, Fireworks at Disney's | Epcot and Disney's | Hollywood Studios oth start at 10pm. Although it is expensive, Disney never disappoints.

Fireworks at Magic Kingdom Parking Lot
If you arrive at Magic Kingdom’s parking lot a little before 9pm, you will be privy to a free showing of the Magic Kingdom fireworks. Also known as the Ticket and Transportation Center on Walt Disney World property, Magic Kingdom’s parking lot provides a stunning lakeside view of the pricey fireworks display. Of course you won’t catch every detail, but the fireworks above the lake are lovely.


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Fireworks at Universal Orlando Resort
Like Disney, admission to the firework’s display is included with your Universal Orlando Resort ticket. At Universal, you will enjoy a special 4th of July version of their popular “Universal 360” show, complete with plenty of fireworks. 

Fireworks at Seaworld Orlando
The most affordable of the bunch, SeaWorld | Orlando is also including a fireworks show with regular admission. As part of their “Summer Nights” event, Seaworld will feature an expanded fireworks show set to patriotic music. The lake in the park makes for nice viewing.

Legoland’s “Red Brick and Boom”
LEGOLAND Florida is setting itself apart from the pack by allowing park visitors to help build an American Flag out of Lego bricks during the day. At night, attendees will don special 3-D glasses and watch fireworks explode into millions of Lego bricks! This event is included in park admission and starts at 9pm.
 

Want to get a jump on it and experience the Big Bang on July 3rd, if so then head to:

Baldwin Park’s Independence Day Bash
This popular Orlando event will kick off at 5:30pm and will run until 9:30pm. The bash will feature a festival at Baldwin Park’s “Village Center.” The event is free and fun for the whole family. The day will be capped off with a beautiful fireworks show that is set to various American musical favorites. 

Cranes Roost Park “Red, Hot, & Boom”
This 4th of July celebration in Orlando has been around 20 years! The festivities feature some big-name musical performances, food, and drinks and the event is hosted at Cranes Roost Park in Altamonte Springs. The evening will end with a lovely fireworks display, weather permitting, at 9:30pm. The event runs from 4pm-11pm and admission is free. 

Headed to Tampa, Clearwater, or Saint Petersburg for the weekend? Check out best places to watch the fireworks in those cities on 813area.com and 727area.com.

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Where is your favorite place to watch fireworks in Orlando? Let us know in the comments and we may add your suggestion to the list!

This article was written by 407area.com Local Contributor Victoria Yore. You can also follow Victoria on her blog: Follow Me Away.