It's that time of year again, Lakeland. Don your patriotic gear, unload the s'mores sticks, and get ready to party in the USA 863.

Here are a few firework displays taking place on Independence Day, July 4:

Lakeland Flying Tigers 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular | 5 p.m. | Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland | Baseball game vs. the Tampa Tarpons along with trivia
Thunder on the Ridge | 4-10 p.m. | Lake Eva Park, 555 Ledwith Ave., Haines City | Children's activities, food + beer, live entertainment — no pets allowed
July 4th Celebration | 2:30-10 p.m. | Mosaic Park, 2250 S. Floral Ave., Bartow | Multi-band concert, family activities, food trucks
Auburndale Fourth of July Fireworks | 9-10 p.m. | Lake Ariana Park, 321 Ramsgate Rd., Auburndale | Classic show + flashing lights
Davenport 4th of July Celebration | 3-9:45 p.m. | Lewis Mathews Sports Complex, 400 E. Palm St., Davenport | Craft vendors, food, live entertainment
Plant City Fireworks + 4th of July Celebration | 6-9:30 p.m. | Plant City Stadium, 1810 E. Park Rd., Plant City | Inflatables, food vendors — cash-only event

Looking for a firework-free festivity? Here are a few alternatives:

Ax-Caliber will be offering specials all day, including $4 off axe throwing.
Head to CMX Lakeside Village 18 Cinemas' Summer Film Fest for discounted movie tickets.
All attractions at Family Fun Center are $4 each when you buy online with code JULY4DEAL.
Grab hot dogs from Olsen's Craft Wieners at Swan Brewing starting at 12 p.m., then stick around for music from Steve Hogie Band at 6 p.m.