(From the Mayor's office)
Dear friends,
Will you be there this year? Wednesday, July 4th, 4-10 p.m., Lake Eola Park, Downtown Orlando
The anniversary of America's independence is a day for gratitude and celebration. The 4th of July is also a day when we remember what we are thankful for, and there are many reasons. We're thankful for the families we love, the opportunities in America and the freedoms declared by our founding fathers and defended by many generations. So as we prepare for this celebration, we must continue to remember the thousands of military personnel overseas and here at home protecting our nation and fighting for our freedom.
For 32 years, the City of Orlando has been honoring our country on July 4th by hosting Fireworks at the Fountain. This year's festivities are extra special as the City is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Lake Eola Fountain. In honor of this celebration, special fireworks have been added to our annual show, birthday cards will be available throughout the park, plus two stages of live entertainment, delicious food and a great children's area. To help you plan your day, the entertainment schedule and parking and road closure information are also included in this edition of City News.
Happy Independence Day and I look forward to seeing you, your family and your friends at Fireworks at the Fountain.
Sincerely,
Buddy Dyer
Mayor
4th Fun Facts from 2006 Fireworks at the Fountain:
125,000 people attended
4,112 American flags were distributed by Veterans
10 tons of ice were used
Thousands of hot dogs were eaten
More than 200 gallons of ice cream were sold
Hundreds of bags of cotton candy stuck to your ribs
The most popular foods were hotdogs and ice cream cones
Over 5,000 fireworks boomed
Fun, Fanfare and great Food were had by all
Will you be there this year? Wednesday, July 4th, 4-10 p.m., Lake Eola Park, Downtown Orlando
Entertainment Schedule
5 - 7:00 p.m. Colgate Country Showdown: See tomorrow's country music stars today!
8 - 9 p.m. Orlando Concert Band
9 p.m. Mayor's Welcome, National Anthem
Parking Information
Centroplex I 401 West Amelia St. Closed
Centroplex II 355 Alexander Place 7 pm
Courthouse 46 East Amelia St. 3 pm
Central 55 West Central Blvd. 3 pm
Library 112 East Pine St. 7 am
Church St. 150 South Hughey Closed
Administrative 300 Liberty Street 3 pm
Washington 50 W. Washington St. 5 pm
Lot 4 78 West Central 3 pm
Lot 9 57 South Hughey 5 pm
Lot 10 81 North Hughey 5 pm
Garland Lot 109 West Pine 3 pm
Please visit our website at cityoforlando.net for additional information on Fireworks at the Fountain
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