The Fourth of July tends to take on a relaxing vibe in The Villages. While many residents prefer to spend the holiday relaxing at home, there are still plenty of entertainment options to be found if you are looking for them.
A Patriotic Spectacular
Savannah Center | July 3, 2025 | 3pm and 7pm | Click here for more info. and tickets
The Bands of The Villages present their annual musical celebration of our great country! You’ll hear America the Beautiful, Stars and Stripes Forever, and everything in between, from Dixieland to Big Band to American folk music to great marches. We’ll celebrate our veterans, our heritage, and the freedom to stand and sing along.
All American Celebration
Celebrate Independence Day at Brownwood Paddock Square on Friday, July 4, 2025 4pm-9pm. Enjoy free live entertainment by Jason Brownie Band, resident performance groups, stilt walkers, and more. Stroll around the square and immerse yourself in the American culture with market vendors & food trucks.
The Villages Independence Day Ceremony
An Independence Day ceremony is usually held at Veterans Memorial Park of The Villages on July 4, around 10 a.m.
I haven't seen them post anything about this year, but you can check their Facebook page for any further details they may provide.
Spanish Springs, Lake Sumter Landing, and Sawgrass Grove July 4 Live Entertainment
Hoping to avoid the crowds at Brownwood but still be entertained?
4th of July entertainment for Spanish Springs, Lake Sumter Landing, and Sawgrass Grove is as follows:
Spanish Springs
Beauty & The Beats
Unique blend of hits from the decades we grew up in….featuring your favorites from the '70s, '80s, and '90s Our music is inspired by legends, chart-toppers AND your favorite one-hit wonders.
Lake Sumter Landing
The Edge of Rock
The Edge of Rock is a Villages, FL home grown, exceptionally talented five-piece band performing a tribute to '70s and '80s iconic rock anthems. Solid musicians in every position, three lead singers including one of the finest female singers in the area, and absolutely spectacular harmonies bring to life songs from Boston to Guns-n-Roses.
Sawgrass Grove
Earthbeat
A classic dance band featuring country, rock and motown hits!
All of those are 5-9pm, of course.
Fireworks Near The Villages
Here are some great places to check out fireworks near The Villages:
Lady Lake (Saturday, June 28, 2025)
The Big Bang! Lady Lake's Independence Day Celebration
The Town of Lady Lake is thrilled to invite residents and visitors to “The Big Bang,” the community’s premier Independence Day celebration, taking place at the Guava Street Athletic Complex with a fireworks spectacular set to light up the sky at 9:15 p.m.
This free, family-friendly event promises an evening full of excitement, entertainment, and patriotic fun.
Highlights of The Big Bang include:
- Live Music – Dance the night away with high-energy performances by The Audio Exchange Band.
- Watermelon Eating Contests – Fun for all ages with separate contests for kids and adults.
- Arts & Crafts Table – Get creative with hands-on activities for the whole family.
- Food Trucks & Vendors – Satisfy your cravings with a wide variety of delicious options.
- Mechanical Bull Ride – Free and open to all thrill-seekers.
- Kid Zone – Packed with fun, including bounce houses, slides, and a foam party.
VIP Tent Packages are available for $50, offering shaded seating with prime views of the stage and fireworks. Each tent includes a table and party favors. Reserve yours today by contacting Amy Alicea at AAlicea@ladylake.org or 352-205-2826.
To make your evening even easier, skip the parking hassle and take advantage of our FREE shuttle service, proudly sponsored by Lamer Transportation. Shuttles will run continuously from 6 to 10:30 p.m. between the Rolling Acres Sports Complex and the event site on Guava Street.
More details are available here.
Wildwood (July 3rd)
Happy Birthday America
Thursday, July 3, 2025, 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. with fireworks at 9:00 p.m.
Wildwood Community Center, 6500 Powell Road, Wildwood, FL 34785
Live music, vendors, kids’ zone, giveaways, cash bar, and professional fireworks display.
Free to attend. More information here.
Leesburg (July 4th)
🎆 Star Spangled Spectacular 2025 🎆
📅 Friday, July 4th
📍 Ski Beach Park – 201 Lake Harris Dr., Leesburg, FL 34748
🕓 Festivities kick off at 4 PM
🎇 Fireworks light up the sky at 9 PM
🎉 FREE & open to the public!
Tavares (July 4th)
The City of Tavares 4th of July Parade and Fireworks will be held Friday, July 4th in Tavares. Starting with the parade along Main Street. The family-friendly event features live music, community vendors, food trucks, a family fun zone, tastiest pie contest, patriotic poetry contest, and more!
After the parade, Tavares will be kicking off the evening festivities with live music in Wooton Park. Our main act is the band The HOOTZ, followed by Fireworks. The HOOTZ are a new uniquely original sounding, modern, fun show band like nothing else! Combining the musical forces of Pop, Rock, Rap, Punk & of course traditional Country music, The HOOTZ stage show is one you have to experience to believe.
Know of other fireworks shows going on near The Villages? Leave a comment down below and I'll update this list.
Myrna Suzan says
I definitely see a slowing in the villages which was the hottest real estate market in the country for over 2 years. I would see a house listing come up and the home was already contingent or pending at well over asking with dozens of offers.
Now the homes are sitting on the market for a while with price reductions occurring. The trend is certainly swinging in favor of the buyer now.
Darlene Saal says
We love “inside the Bubble” We have lived here for about 10 years. One of my big issues is that the Villages does not (to my knowledge) publish the regular events that happen every year. We plan ahead for visitors to make sure there are things to do. Do you have a list of the yearly events that always happen? thanks, darlene and Mike
Nancy Porter says
Ryan, I’ve been meaning to thank you. We have your book and have followed you for a very long time. Last March we finally did it! Now we have our own winter escape in the Villages. Having watched the area develop since 1990 it was such an easy decision.
Even though we are no longer just Village dreamers we love Inside the Bubble and will continue to direct people to you.
Nancy P