What's Open, Closed In Lakeland For July 4, 2020 Holiday

LAKELAND, FL — Fourth of July looks different this year because of the ongoing pandemic. Lakeland firework shows and many other celebrations are canceled, leaving residents to find ways to celebrate at home. However, we can count on a scheduled holiday.

Because July 4 falls on a Saturday, the Independence Day holiday is observed on Friday, July 3. Lakeland city offices will be closed, and other services will have schedule changes.

Here are the openings and closings to know around the holiday:

City Services: Lakeland City Hall is closed on Friday, July 3.

Libraries: Libraries are closed on Friday, July 3, but are scheduled to open on Saturday, July 4, at their regular Saturday operating hours. For more information about their Saturday operational hours, visit Lakeland Public Libraries. Coronavirus screening measures are in place to enter the libraries, that include mask requirements, temperature checks and your name.

Community: Parks, cemeteries, Cleveland Heights Golf Course and swimming pools are open on July 3. Swimming pools will have adjusted operating hours on Friday. Those hours can be found at Lakeland Pools. Recreation centers are closed on July 3, but will be open during regular business hours on July 4.

Barnett Family Park, Lake Parker Park and Lake Crago will be close at 6 p.m. on July 3rd and 4th.

The Lakeland Senior Center will be closed on July 3.

Post offices: Closed on Saturday, July 4.

Trash and Recycling: Trash and recycling services will not be affected.