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In observance of Memorial Day, box offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026. We apologize for any inconvenience. Have a safe and reflective holiday!

Large crowd gathered in a town square wearing red, white, and blue, facing a stage during a patriotic community celebration with American flags and live entertainment.

All American Celebration

  • Lake Sumter Landing Market Square®
  • JUL 04, 2026
  • 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • FREE
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Celebrate Independence Day at Lake Sumter Landing with a day full of live entertainment, festive cocktails, food and market vendors, strolling performers, and fun activities like a cornhole tournament and watermelon eating competition.

Food & Market Vendors

Live Entertainment

Resident Performers

Family Fun

Patron 4th of July dog
4th of July Patrons with Drinks
4th of July Family
Three women sitting in folding chairs at an outdoor market, smiling and holding drinks, with vendor tents and booths in the background.
Smiling couple dressed in American flag-themed outfits, holding a drink and posing together at an outdoor patriotic event with vendor tents in the background.
Smiling couple wearing patriotic red, white, and blue outfits standing in front of a lit stage, surrounded by a crowd at an outdoor Independence Day celebration.

Entertainment Line Up

The Warman Trio
3:30 PM - 6:00 PM

High Energy 1950s Fun For Everyone!
Members of The Brothers Jukebox in a v formation. The lead holds a guitar.

The Brothers Jukebox
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Spinning country gold & classic rock with heart.

Additional Festival Happenings

National Anthem & Color Guard Performance
  • 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
  • Main Stage

National Anthem & Color Guard Performance

Join us as Becky Baby performs the National Anthem, leading into a vibrant Color Guard presentation by Love & Light Flag & Rifle Line.

All American Celebration Car Show
  • 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM

All American Celebration Car Show

Enjoy enjoy a proud display of American‑made classic cars presented by The Villages Classic Automobile Club.

The Villages Cheerleaders
  • 4:30 PM - 4:45 PM
  • Resident Performing Group
  • Main Stage Area

The Villages Cheerleaders

Brimming with patriotic pride, The Villages Cheerleaders pump up the crowd with energetic cheers and All‑American flair, adding heart, spirit, and celebration to the event.

Watermelon Eating Contest
  • 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
  • FREE
  • Main Stage Area

Watermelon Eating Contest

 Grab a seat or grab a slice and join the Watermelon Eating Contest fun. It’s a juicy Fourth of July showdown!

The Villages Twirlers and Drum Corps
  • 6:30 PM - 6:45 PM
  • Resident Performing Group
  • Main Stage Area

The Villages Twirlers and Drum Corps

Spinning batons and marching drum beats come together as The Villages Twirlers & Drum Corps light up the celebration with patriotic energy, joyful movement, and plenty of red‑white‑and‑blue pride.

Cornhole Tournament
  • $20 MUST PRE- REGISTER
  • OLD MILL RUN (IN FRONT OF STARBUCKS)

Cornhole Tournament

Celebrate Independence Day with high‑energy, friendly competition! From experienced players to first‑timers, all are welcome to take part in the patriotic fun.

Pre‑registration is required. Teams are made up of two players, with a maximum of 16 teams total. The tournament will be run as a double‑elimination event.

Registration opens Jun 01

Event Vendors

Festive Cocktail

“Freedom Punch!” text with a red, white, and blue layered cocktail in a clear cup topped with cherries, set against a patriotic-themed background.

 A variety of flavors, like rum, peach schnapps, piña colada, and lemon lime, bring vibrant layers of red, white, and blue to this refreshing beverage.

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Sponsored By:

Lake Sumter Landing