Drones are really having a moment right now, and some Fourth of July festivities in South Florida are jumping on the trend. But there are still traditional fireworks, festivals and more planned.

The Fourth of July holiday has officially kicked off, and there are myriad ways you can celebrate across Central Florida. Here's a look at some of the area's biggest events and how you can attend.

Fireworks at the Fountain 2025 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer invites you to the 48th annual Fireworks at the Fountain on Friday, July 4, at Lake Eola Park. Enjoy live entertainment, family-friendly fun and food from local vendors. Fireworks at 9:10 p.m. 4 pm; Lake Eola Park, North Rosalind Avenue and East Washington Street; orlando.gov.

Check out which of your favorite stores and offices are open (or closed) during 4th of July in Broward and Miami-Dade

A system of low pressure could develop near Florida or off the southeastern coast of the U.S. over the Fourth of July weekend, or early next week.

Repeated rounds of stormy weather loitering off the Southeast coast could do more than just dampen fireworks celebrations in Florida this weekend – there’s a good chance it becomes hurricane season’s next named storm.

Happy 4th of July, ArkLaTex! We will have a slight chance of thunderstorms today, but most of the rain will end by sunset, leaving any fireworks festivities dry tonight. If you’re grilling or boating today,