Things To Do In Orlando In July

Your complete guide to July in Orlando: the events and festivals worth planning around, what the weather and crowds are like, and the best tours to book this month.

Weather

Hot and humid, with average highs in the low 90s °F and afternoon storms.

Crowds

Peak summer crowds.

Our tip

Water parks, springs and dinner shows help beat the heat.

Events in Orlando in July

Dates change every year. Confirm with the organizer before you plan your trip.

Fireworks

Fourth of July Fireworks at Lake Eola

  • July 4
  • Lake Eola Park, Downtown Orlando

Downtown's big Independence Day celebration with live music, food vendors and fireworks over the lake.

Tip: Claim a spot around the lake by late afternoon and plan for road closures.

Sports

Orlando City SC home matches

  • Major League Soccer season, roughly late February through October
  • Inter&Co Stadium, Downtown Orlando

Orlando's MLS club plays in a soccer-specific downtown stadium known for a loud, purple-clad supporters section.

Tip: Evening kickoffs are common in summer to avoid the heat.

Sports experiences in Orlando
Space

Rocket launches on the Space Coast

  • Year round, several times a month
  • Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral

Florida's Space Coast now hosts frequent launches, and many are visible from Orlando on clear days and nights.

Tip: Launch times move often. Book tours with free cancellation.

Kennedy Space Center tours

Every week

Market

Winter Park Farmers' Market

  • Every Saturday morning
  • Historic train depot, Winter Park

A beloved local market with produce, baked goods, flowers and coffee a block from Park Avenue.

Tip: Pair it with the Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour nearby.

Best sightseeing tours
Market

Lake Eola Farmers Market

  • Every Sunday
  • Lake Eola Park, Downtown Orlando

Local vendors, food stalls and live music along the lake. Rent a swan boat while you are there.

Free things to do in Orlando
Market

Audubon Park Community Market

  • Monday evenings
  • Audubon Park Garden District, Orlando

An evening market with local farmers, food trucks and makers in one of Orlando's most walkable neighborhoods.

Ways to beat the July heat

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do in Orlando in July?

Popular July events include Fourth of July Fireworks at Lake Eola, Orlando City SC home matches, Rocket launches on the Space Coast. Weekly favorites like the Winter Park and Lake Eola farmers markets run all year.

What is the weather like in Orlando in July?

Hot and humid, with average highs in the low 90s °F and afternoon storms.

Is July a good time to visit Orlando?

Peak summer crowds. Water parks, springs and dinner shows help beat the heat.