Lake Eola Park is a popular city park located in the eastern area of Downtown Orlando. Considered Orlando’s signature park because of it’s historical significance, and a frequent venue for local events and festivals. The park’s most iconic and historical landmark is the Lake Eola Fountain that is located in the center of Lake Eola and is permanently embedded to the lake bottom with concrete beams. The scenic fountain is illuminated nightly with green lighting within the fountain dome. In addition to the fountain, the park features swan boat rentals and an amphitheater that has been a host to many events, including the annual Orlando Shakespeare festival. One of the most popular events held at the park is the annual Independence Day firework show which takes place every 4th of July. A 0.85-mile recreational pathway circles the park, and leads to a children’s playground.