Pepsi 400 Daytona

Daytona International Speedway is ready to celebrate another Independence Day weekend in high-style, with thrilling NASCAR NEXTEL CUP racing under the lights. The running of the 47th Pepsi 400 takes place on Saturday, July 2nd. You'll enjoy the spectacle of nighttime racing under the Speedway's 1,800 lights, followed by a fireworks extravaganza that's sure to give goosebumps to Americans and race fans of all ages.
Call: (386) 254-2700 or (386) 253-7223
Time Info: 7:30pmPrice Info: $55.00 - $250.00

Eminem & 50 Cents

Eminem & 50 Cents with Lil Jon & the Eastside Boys,D 12,G Unit, Obie Trice and Stat Qua.
August 1 * 7PM ford Amphithearte 4802 US highway 301 * 301 N. Tampa
Call 813 740 2446

Ocean Center Daytona

Ocean Center Daytona Beach Events
October 11-12 Sesame Street Live "Elmo's Coloring Book"
October 15-16 Art & Crafts Show * Buckler Promotions
October 20-22 Daytona Beach Motorcycle Expo
October 22-23 Suncoast Gun Show
October 27-30 Home Show 2005
Info 386 254 4545 * oceancenter.com

Ocean Center Daytona

Ocean Center Daytona Beach Events
August 19-21 National Reptile Breeders Expo
August 27-28 Daytona Children's Expo
July 30 London Symphony Orchestra Pops Concert
Info 386 254 4545 * oceancenter.com

Ocean Center Daytona

Ocean Center Daytona Beach Events
September 9-11 Daytona Beach Boat Show
September 25 VYP Women's & Bridal Show
Info 386 254 4545 * oceancenter.com

Ocean Center Daytona

Ocean Center Daytona Beach Events
July 19-20 Dragon Tales Live "Missing Music Mystery"
July 30 London Symphony Orchestra Pops Concert
Info 386 254 4545 * oceancenter.com

More July 4TH Events

4th of July Fireworks in Lakeland
Come bring the family and gather with Lakeland citizens and watch a great fireworks display fill the sky over beautiful Lake Mirror on Friday, July 1st from 6:00pm until 9:00pm. There will be booths set up and lot of fun family entertainment activities.
The pyrotechnic fun doesn't stop there, though. If you're hungry for more fireworks, check out the display that will be fired off above Tiger Town on July 4th. The fireworks will be shot off following a scheduled softball game.
Free

City of Oviedo's 4th of July Family Fun Day
The City of Oviedo Recreation and Parks Deptartment will host their Family Fun Day on Saturday, July 2nd, 2005, beginning with a family-friendly 5K road race at 7:00am (registration from 6am-6:45am). The race begins at the Oviedo Marketplace. The fun-filled day lasts until 3:00pm.
Visitors will enjoy all sorts of great, family-oriented activities:
(1) unlimited use of the moonwalk, bungee run, obstacle course, dunk tank, and a variety of water games - $2.00 per person
(2) purchase a meal ticket for a hamburger, hot dog, slaw, chips, baked beans, drink and more - $5.00
Free throw contest, 3pt. contest, 9ft. Slam-dunk contest - $2.00 per entry
Visitors can register to win free prizes and dance along with a live DJ throughout the day!
Pool rates: $3.00 (Oviedo residents), $4.00 (non-residents)
Contact Email: kgulash@ci.oviedo.fl.usContact Phone: 407-977-6082
Time Info: 7:00am - 3:00pm
Price Info: Moonwalk, Obstacle Course, & Games- $2, Food ticket- $5, Free Throw, 3pt., & 9ft. Slam Dunk Contests - $2 entry per contest.

St. Cloud 4th of July Celebration
St. Cloud celebrates the 4th of July with a bang and 2005 will be no exception. Traditionally held at the Lakefront, this year, due to the Lakefront renovation, the 4th event will be held at the St. Cloud Civic Center and grounds, 3001 17th Street. The air-conditioned buildings will house the opening ceremony, the SonShine Gospel Singers, whose groups will perform from 10:30am until 9:00pm, a series of games and races for all ages, a puppet show, magic show, and auction. New this year is the auction and a baby contest. The baby contest will have one-year-olds and younger vying for bragging rights.
Other activities will include a carnival, dunk tank, horseshoe toss, several bands entertaining, plenty of food, and at the end of the evening...the Fireworks Display.
Parking will be organized by Kevin Cunningham, K. Cunningham Exterminating, Inc., using several surrounding parking lots with shuttle service to the event grounds. Bus shuttle service will be provided by Osceola Council on Aging.
Members who are interested in being vendors for the 4th should contact Violet at 407-892-3671 to request a vendor form.
St. Cloud Civic Center
events@stcloudflchamber.com
Contact Phone: 407-847-5000 or 407-892-3671
Time Info: 10:00am - 11:00pm (Fireworks around 9:00pm)
Free

4th Annual Apopka Fourth of July Celebration
The Fourth Annual Apopka 4th of July Celebration takes place at N.O.C.I.A. (Home of the Zellwood Sweetcorn Festival) and promises to be an afternoon and day full of family fun and fireworks. Our country's freedom has been bought with a heavy price. Apopka's July 4th Celebration will enable us to say thank you to all our brave military men and women who have served our country, and to especially recognize those who have served and are serving our country during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Popular Christian music group ZOEgirl will perform at this year's Apopka 4th of July Celebration.Those in attendance will enjoy an afternoon of fun, complete with FREE games for people of all ages, clowns, face painting, balloon artists and an afternoon of live, nationally known entertainment. This years entertainment lineup includes Matthew West, ZOEgirl, Sonicflood and our headliner is Todd Agnew. Many food vendors will be on site, along with community service booths.
There is a $10.00 parking fee. Most games and activities are FREE. Bring blankets or lawn chairs. Everything culminates with a breathtaking fireworks display at 9:30pm.
No coolers, backpacks or pets allowed
For more information, please contact Jackie Trefcer at 407-886-2777 or 407-810-8816.
Venue: Zellwood Corn Festival Grounds
ads@apopkachief.fdn.com
2:00pm - 10:00pm (Fireworks at 9:30pm)
Price Info: Free Admission ($10.00 Parking Fee)

Cocoa Beach 4th of July Boat Parade
Enjoy the spectacle of a parade of red, white, and blue decorated boats as they float by during the Cocoa Beach 4th of July Boat Parade. The parade route begins along the south side of SR 520, at marker 101 on the Banana River. The parade then procedes south, traveling through the residential canals of Cocoa Beach, giving numerous Independence Day partiers another reason to celebrate and have a good time. The parade finishes at the Cocoa Beach Country Club. This is great, all-american fun for the whole family...come on out, pick a spot and have a blast.
Contact Email: wlblaser@yahoo.com
Contact Phone: (321) 223-0823
Time Info: 10:00am - 12:30pm
Price Info: Free

4th of July Block Party, Hot Rocket Fourth (Downtown Orlando)
If you're going to be in downtown Orlando this Independence Day, do your pre and post firework partying at Wall Street Plaza. Wall Street features six bars and an outdoor main stage featuring live performances by Mark Farner at 8:45-9:45 and Big 10-4 at 10:45pm. Admission is FREE. We'll keep the party going well after the Fireworks at the Fountain dispay finishes at Lake Eola. All ages until 10pm, then it is 21 and up.
Location: Downtown Orlando
Venue: Wall Street Plaza
Contact Email: caitlin@wallstplaza.net
Contact Phone: 407-849-0471
Time Info: 8:30pm - 2:00am
Price Info: Free

Sanford's 4th of July On The River
Make plans to join the Celebration on Monday, July 4th from 5:00pm until 10:00pm at Ft. Mellon Park, along the Sanford RiverWalk, in the heart of the great City of Sanford.
Groove to live concert performances by Cactus Jack & the Cadillacs and The RedEye Express, and enjoy the great food and drinks. The kids will have a blast playing in the mega-fun All-American Kids Zone.
Just after sundown, the sky will come alive with a spectacular 23-minute-long fireworks display, presented by the pyrotechnic experts at Zambelli Internationale, over beautiful Lake Monroe. The display will be simulcast on MAGIC 107.7FM.Zambelli Internationale is known world-wide as the First Family of Fireworks and has produced displays at The Statue of Liberty, Presidential Inaugurations and Mount Rushmore!
This year's event is proudly sponsored by: The City of Sanford, WFTV Channel 9, WRDQ CH 27,MAGIC 107.7fm, Federal Trust Bank, Central Florida Regional Hospital, The Briar Corporation and Wayne Densch Incorporated.
Event Notes:
* -Event organizers prohibit attendees from bringing personal fireworks to the event. Police and Fire officials will confiscate all flammable devices and sparklers for the well being and safety of the public.
* -Parking will be available throughout the downtown area.
* -Concessions, including beer, non-alcoholic beverages and food will be served from 5-10pm. Coolers are allowed. The festivities will last a while, so it might be a good idea to bring some blankets or chairs.
Location: SanfordVenue: Fort Mellon Park - Sanford
Contact Email: ELLENBUJ@ci.sanford.fl.us
Contact Phone: 407-330-5697
Time Info: 5:00pm - Fireworks Show Approx. 9:00pm
Price Info: Free

Olde Fashioned July 4th Celebration
Sponsored by the City of Winter Park and Sprint. The Olde Fashioned July 4th Celebration takes place at Central Park in dowtown Winter Park and features live patriotic music, the locally-famous 4th of July Bicycle Parade, a hot dog eating contest, horse drawn wagon rides, face painting, and tons more family fun.
Location: Winter ParkVenue: Central Park - Winter Park
Contact Phone: 407-623-3363
Time Info: Starts at 9:00am
Price Info: Free

July 4 Celebration

This annual fireworks display is held in the City of Altamonte Springs adjacent to the Altamonte Springs shopping mall behind Route 436. Access through Central Parkway or the Mall's parking lot.
407-571-8857.
DOWNTOWN ORLANDO Lake Eola Picnic in the Park
A local tradition, the Lake Eola Fourth of July celebration features games, activities, entertainment and spectacular fireworks. Location: Lake Eola, Rosalind Avenue (between Central Boulevard and Robinson Street), downtown Orlando. Time: 3 p.m.-9 p.m.407-246-2827.
ORLANDO Independence Day at LAKE EOLA
KISSIMMEE Old-fashioned Fourth of July Celebration
One of the largest patriotic celebrations and fireworks displays in Osceola County. A variety of entertainment as well as arts and crafts are also featured in the all-day festivities. Location: between Monument and Ruby streets along the Kissimmee lakefront.
407-933-8368.
Kissimmee July 4th Celebration
Kissimmee Lakefront Park Downtown

Florida International Reptile Expo

Exotic animal owners, appreciators and industry experts will join hundreds of reptiles at the Orange County Convention Center for the annual Florida International Reptile Expo. Also known as F.I.R.E., the reptile expo features a wide array of vendors with educational and industry information that exotic reptile owners and breeders will find useful and informative.
There will be reptile photo contests, manufacturer displays, live music performances, educational seminars on reptile nutrition, disease prevention, a judged reptile show with prizes and more. The expo is open to the public on Saturday and Sunday, July 9th & 10th, from 10:00am until 5:00pm.
If you're into creepy-crawlies, then this show is definitely for you!
Venue: Orange County Convention Center
Contact Email: sheflick@aol.com
Contact Phone: 321-726-8866Time Info: Both Days, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Price Info: $10.00 (adult), $5.00 (children), Free (for any Scout in uniform); Parking is $5.00

Jemfest Concert and Guitar Show

Jemfest is a non-profit event showcasing some of the most talented guitarists across the globe. Join us for this free event where you can take the stage and perform with amazing artists. Free raffles and giveaways ensure everyone walks away with something. There are also many rare and one-of-a-kind guitars on display. Bring your own collection to show off. All guitars are welcome. Limited discounted hotel room rates available for event attendees. Donations accepted at the event. Jemfest will be held at the Radisson WorldGate Resort in Orlando on June 24th & 25th.
Contact Email: gabe@jemfest.com
Contact Phone: 832-656-6623
Time Info: 5:00pm - Midnight
Price Info: Free

Hilary Duff

Hilary Duff Summer Tour 2005 with special guest
August 3* 7:30PM
Oseola Heritage Park
Silver Springs Arena Call 407 839 3900(Ticketmaster)

Khaled Ya-Rayi

Khaled Ya-Rayi with DJ Cheb i Sabbah
(HOB) House of Blues July 14
Doors Open 8PM Tickets on sale now.

System of a Down

Alt-metal to rock TD Waterhouse
Southern California Band is on tour with Mars Volta and Bad Acid Trips
August 16 7PM

Improv Comedy Club & Restaurant

Robert Schimmel June 23-29
129 W. Church St. Station
321 281 8000

New Hindu Temple

Indian architects,craftsmen and laborers have just completed 2 years the new Hindu temple which looks like it came out of the hills of India.
1994 Lake Drive, Casselberry Call 407 699 5277

Gospel Brunch

Gospel Brunch House of Blues Every Sunday
10:30AM & 1PM
Feast on delicious all you can eat southern style buffet while you enjoy
the sounds of a live Gospel performance.

Ms. Latina Pageant

2005 Ms. Latina and Teen Latina United States Pageants
Lowndes Shakespeare Center
812 E. Rollins St.
Orlando , FL 32803
Phone: 407-893-4600
Begin time: 3:30pm-7:00pm
$20.00

Extreme Auto Expo

The Car Show will feature hundreds of cars competing in several categories. Concert at 3pm features Pretty Ricky, Trey Songz, Brooke Valentine, Bow Wow, Smilez-n-Southstar, Stat Quo and Ying Yang Twins.
Silver Spurs Arena June 19 11:00AM

Home Fest Home Show

8TH Annual Home Fest Home Show at Osceola Heritage Park
Meet Eudardo XOL celebrity designer from Extrme Makeovers.
Call 321 281 2082 for directions and $1 off coupon.

Family Reading Festival

1st Annual Authors on Main Street Family Reading Festival
Saturday June 12 from 3 to 6PM Toho Square in Historic Downtown Kissimmee.

Kelly Clarkson

Slick Intuition presents Kelly Clarkson (Hazel Eyes Tour)
July 17 UCF Arena Call 407 839 3900

SheiKra roller coaster

At 200 feet, SheiKra now takes the crown as Florida's tallest roller coaster. This thrill machine is also the tallest dive coaster in the world and the first of its kind to incorporate an Immelmann loop (a rolling maneuver), a second, 138-foot dive into an underground tunnel and a water-feature finale. SheiKra offers three minutes of over-the-edge excitement on more than half a mile of steel track.

Fear Factor Live

Fear Factor Live marks the first time a reality television show will be transformed into a theme park experience. It is also the first NBC television product to be fully integrated into Universal's theme parks.