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July in Orlando: Must‑See Theme Park Shows, Fireworks & Live Events

Explore Orlando’s July lineup: theme‑park fireworks, video‑game conventions, MLS All‑Star game, and festive Independence Day celebrations.


Looking for a summer adventure? Orlando is alive this July with spectacular theme‑park events, live concerts, a Halo convention, and an MLS All‑Star showdown. Use our Orlando Events Calendar to match the excitement to your travel dates.

Theme‑Park Highlights for July

July in Orlando: Must‑See Theme Park Shows, Fireworks & Live Events
H2O Glow Nights at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon in Orlando

Select Nights Through Aug. 24: Disney H2O Glow Nights

Typhoon Lagoon’s glow‑party is included with park admission. Meet Toy Story’s Rex and friends, enjoy special lighting, a DJ dance, character greetings, an adult‑exclusive bar, and full access to all attractions.

July 3‑4: LEGOLAND Florida Resort’s Red, White & BOOM!

LEGOLAND’s Independence Day bash features a fireworks display that looks like exploding LEGO bricks—viewed through special glasses. The entire month also offers seasonal sweets for brick enthusiasts.

July 4: Fourth of July at Walt Disney World Resort

Celebrate with three grand fireworks shows: “Disney’s Celebrate America – A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky” at Magic Kingdom, “Star Wars – A Galactic Spectacular” at Hollywood Studios, and “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” at Epcot—all included with park admission.

Select Days, July 13 – Aug. 4: LEGO® Movie Days

LEGOLAND Florida turns the weekend into a LEGO® Movie‑themed adventure. Build mystery mosaics, meet Emmet, Wyldstyle, and a new exclusive character, and hunt for hidden treasures—all free with park admission.

Featured July Events in Orlando

July 5‑7: Halo: Outpost Discovery

The Halo convention at the Orange County Convention Center brings the game universe to life with exhibits, vendors, a VR Spartan training ground, flight simulators, laser tag, and more. Single‑day passes start at $55.

July 31: 2019 MLS All‑Star Game

Orlando City Stadium hosts MLS’s All‑Star showdown against Spain’s Club Atlético de Madrid. Tickets are sold via lottery; prices vary.

Independence Day Festivities Around Orlando

July 3: Red Hot & Boom

At Cranes Roost Park in Altamonte Springs, enjoy live music, kids’ activities, food, and a 25‑minute fireworks show set to patriotic hits.

July 3‑4: Red White & Brew

Wall St. Plaza in downtown Orlando hosts a two‑night block party with seven bars, live music, outdoor games, and plenty of food.

July 4‑7: Boxi Park’s 4th of July Extravaganza

Lake Nona’s Boxi Park offers a barbecue, drink specials, live entertainment, and Saturday night fireworks at 9 p.m.

July 4: Fireworks at the Fountain

Lake Eola Park in downtown Orlando presents a family‑friendly event with live music, food, and fireworks starting at 9:15 p.m.

July 4: Watermelon 5K

Begin Independence Day with a 5K in Winter Park at 7 a.m., followed by a watermelon‑eating contest at 8 a.m. Admission is $30.

July 4: Winter Park’s 4th of July Celebration

Central Park hosts live music, a Kids Zone, free hotdogs, watermelon, and water. Free admission to the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art coincides with the celebration.

Performing Arts in Orlando for July

Select Nights, July 5‑28: Flashdance: The Musical

The Garden Theatre in Winter Garden presents the hit musical based on the 1983 film.

July 13‑14: PAW Patrol Live! “Race to the Rescue”

At Addition Financial Arena, kids join Paw Patrol in an interactive rescue adventure. Tickets start at $21.

Orlando City Soccer Club Home Games in July

  • July 3: Philadelphia Union
  • July 13: Columbus Crew
  • July 21: New York Red Bulls

Cover image courtesy LEGOLAND Florida Resort.


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