
Red, White & Kaboom, presented by T. Mims Corporation, will take place at Lake Mirror along the Frances Langford Promenade in Lakeland on July 3.
Red, White & Kaboom Independence Celebration
The event beings at 6:00 p.m. with a live concert featuring Andrew Luv & the Franchise Players. Andrew Luv & the Franchise Players will bring their unique blend of Soul, Pop, Smooth Jazz, and Hip Hop to the Red, White & Kaboom center stage. The group promises a refreshing musical experience. They play an eclectic list of popular hits lead by an energetic front man with a velvet voice who knows how to command a crowd. A variety of food trucks will be parked along Lake Mirror during the event, so bring your appetite. You may also want bring a blanket and chairs as there is plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the evening’s festivities. A breathtaking fireworks display will dazzle the crowd at 9:00 p.m.
Rather than charging admission, T. Mims Corporation and the City of Lakeland asks everyone attending to bring at least one non-perishable food item. When you arrive, you will see volunteers collecting canned food items that will be donated to Volunteers in Service to the Elderly (VISTE). VISTE is a non-profit organization that serves Lakeland, Bartow, Mulberry and Ft. Meade. Established in 1983, VISTE’s primary goal is to enable elderly persons to continue living independently and safely in their own homes.
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All City parking garages will be open for the Independence Day celebration, and parking will be free. For more information, visit lakelandgov.net.