Kevin Cook, Lakeland s spokesperson, said the city will not require attendees to adhere to any health safety guidelines such as wearing a face mask or social distancing following Gov. Ron DeSantis May 3 order suspending all local COVID restrictions. But, things could change based on COVID numbers as we get closer to the event, Cook wrote in an email to The Ledger.
Out of precaution, the city has cancelled this year s watermelon eating contest due to the virus.
The celebration will kick off with a live concert featuring the Tampa-based 60 West Band, a professional top 40 cover group. The group was voted Best of the Bay for best vocalists and best local release. Their music ranges from The Beatles to the latest hits of Bruno Mars.
Lakeland s Red, White and Kaboom will take place this year
2021 plans announced
and last updated 2021-05-07 09:50:32-04
LAKELAND, Fla. â Lakeland s annual Independence Day event, Red, White & Kaboom, will take place this year on Saturday, July 3.
The event will take place at Lake Mirror, along the Frances Langford Promenade, from 6 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. Fireworks will go off at 9 p.m.
City of Lakeland
The city is asking those that attend to bring at least one non-perishable food item to be donated to Volunteers in Service to the Elderly (VISTE). Volunteers will collect the canned items.
The event festivities will start with a live concert with the 60 West Band. There will be a variety of food trucks around Lake Mirror.