Hey ladies! Round up your gal pals because it’s officially time for a girls' night out (GNO!). Women’s History Month, observed every March, is about celebrating the trailblazers, innovators, leaders and everyday changemakers who have shaped our world.
Female friendships are important, so while you don’t need an excuse to book a GNO, March is certainly a good time to connect with inspirational women in our community and your own inner circle. The City Beautiful has no shortage of ways to do so. We’re happy to suggest ways to celebrate Women’s History Month in Orlando.
Women's History Month Ideas: Sports Events
There’s nothing quite like the energy of a live game, including supporting superstar women athletes. Grab your fav mates and score winning women time!
Orlando Valkyries Volleyball
- Addition Financial Arena, 12777 Gemini Blvd. N., Orlando, FL 32816
- March 1, 5, 7 & 14, 2026
The Orlando Valkyries bring high-energy matches to the court. These pros dominated the last season, becoming the 2025 Major League Volleyball champions!
UCF Knights – Women’s Soccer
- UCF Soccer Complex, 4275 E Plaza Dr, Orlando, FL 32816
- Friday, March 6, 2026 | 6pm
Head to the University of Central Florida campus to support women’s collegiate athletics. The Knights consistently deliver exciting gameplay, and attending a game is a fun, budget-friendly way to show support for women in sports.
The University of Central Florida offers 10 varsity women’s sports as part of their NCAA Division I athletic program. These include basketball, cross country, golf, rowing, soccer, softball, tennis, indoor track & field, outdoor track & field, and volleyball.
Orlando Pride
- Inter&Co Stadium, 655 W. Church St., Orlando, FL 32805
- March 15 & 20, 2026
Orlando’s National Women’s Soccer League team brings elite talent and excitement to Downtown Orlando. Grab your purple gear and spend the evening cheering on powerhouse players, including Marta.
Marta Vieira da Silva holds the record for most goals scored in any World Cup (women’s or men’s) with 17 as of 2025; was the first player (of any gender) to score at five different World Cups; and is the first player (of any gender) to score at five consecutive Olympic Games!
Make it a Sunday Funday watching Orlando Price vs. Seattle Reign FC on Sunday, March 15 at 4pm. Or end the week on a high note watching Orlando Pride vs. Denver Summit FC on Friday, March 20 at 8pm.
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More Women Sporting Opportunities
- Orlando Roller Derby – March 21 at Barnett Park (one of our unusual date ideas)
- She Runs – March 26 at Poinciana High School
- Women Making Waves – Paddleboarding date
Celebrate Women in the Arts
Orlando’s creative scene is thriving, and Women’s History Month is a beautiful time to spotlight female artists, performers, and visionary entertainers.
Sue Foley: One Woman Guitar
- Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando, FL 32801 — Judson's Live
- March 5, 2026 | 7pm & 9pm
Sue Foley is a multi-award-winning blues guitarist, singer and songwriter. Her latest release, One Guitar Woman: A Tribute to the Female Pioneers of Guitar, was nominated for the 2025 Grammy Award for Best Traditional Blues Album.
Acquisition Trust of the Orlando Museum of Art Presents The Women’s Table
- Orlando Museum of Art, 2416 N Mills Ave, Orlando, FL 32803
- March 6, 2026 | 6:30pm
In celebration of Women’s History Month, and inspired by Judy Chicago’s The Dinner Party, this thoughtfully curated gathering brings together artists, collectors, and advocates for an evening of meaningful conversation, shared experience, and direct support of local women artists.
Keri Lee Pierson and Jessica Ackerley – The Wood
- 2000 S Summerlin Ave., Orlando, FL 32806
- March 8, 2026 | 7:30pm
Part of the Timucua Opera Festival, classical singer Keri Lee Pierson and composer/improvisor/guitarist Jessica Ackerley bring to life a new chamber opera for International Women’s Day. The story will highlight the role of women and a story of empowerment.
Swan Lake by International Ballet Stars
- Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando, FL 32801 — Steinmetz Hall
- March 8, 2026 | 7pm
Swan Lake is a beloved ballet for its demanding dual role of the White/Black Swan.
The Brandee Younger Trio
- Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando, FL 32801 — Judson's Live
- March 14 & 15, 2026, multiple show times
Over the past fifteen years, Brandee Younger has worked to stretch boundaries for harpists. In 2022, she became the first Black woman to be nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Composition. That same year, she was also nominated for an NAACP Image Award and, later, the winner of the 2024 NAACP Image Award in the category of Outstanding Jazz Album for her latest album Brand New Life. Ever-expanding as an artist, she has worked with cultural icons including Common, Lauryn Hill and John Legend.
Diana Ross
- Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando, FL 32801 – Walt Disney Theater
- March 18, 2026 | 8pm
Speaking of women’s history… Diana Ross is a household name because her group, The Supremes, remains the best-charting female group in history! She’s known as the Queen of Motown.
Helena Collective: Tender, From Eve’s Footsteps
- 2000 S Summerlin Ave., Orlando, FL 32806
- March 22, 2026 | 7:30pm
Part of the Timucua Opera Festival, The Helena Collective is six of the most beautiful female voices in Florida, using song cycles as the basis to create shows that speak of the woman’s perspective.
Ali Wong – Live Comedy
- Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando, FL 32801 – Walt Disney Theater
- March 29, 2026 | 4pm & 7pm
Ali Wong, the star of the Golden Globe-winning series Beef and her own stand-up special Baby Cobra, is back on the road with an all-new tour.
Dine at Women-Owned & Women-Led Restaurants
One of the most delicious ways to celebrate…? Support women chefs and restaurateurs who are shaping Orlando’s culinary scene!
Primo
- JW Marriott, 4040 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando, Florida 32837
Led by award-winning Chef Melissa Kelly, Primo delivers an authentic Italian culinary experience. Primo takes pride in using organic produce to ensure the highest quality in every dish.
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Se7en Bites
- 617 N. Primrose Dr., Orlando, FL, 32803
Founded by Chef Trina Gregory, Se7en Bites is a Milk District favorite known for indulgent Southern comfort food and scratch-made desserts. It’s the kind of spot where every bite feels like a celebration.
Reyes Mezcaleria
- 821 N. Orange Ave., Orlando, FL 32804
Co-owned by a woman, Sue Chin, and known for its vibrant atmosphere, Reyes Mezcaleria serves up bold Mexican flavors and craft cocktails. Chef Wendy Lopez is the creative in the kitchen!
Also Try
- Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream (Owned by Kelly Seidl)
- Maxine’s On Shine (Co-owned by Maxine Earhart)
- Sister Honey’s Bakery (Owned by Chef Evette Rahman)
Shop Women-Owned Businesses
Consider celebrating all month long by intentionally supporting women-owned boutiques, wellness studios, and creative entrepreneurs across Orlando neighborhoods. For example:
- Meredith Sand Designs (Owned by Melissa Sand)
- Orlando Gift Baskets (Owned by Katie Korell)
- Oviedo Olive Oil (Co-owned by Karie Herring)
- The House on Lang (Co-owned by Christie-Mclennan and Julie Edwards)
- Track Shack (Co-owned by Betsy Hughes)
- Tuni Trendy + Chic (Co-owned by mother-daughter team Tuni & Paige Blackwelder)
You can also find inspirational women in the Moms to Know column of Orlando Parenting Magazine!
Female-Focused Professional & Personal Development
Women’s History Month is also about growth, leadership, and lifting one another up.
Women's Self Defense & Situational Awareness Class with Women's Recruiting Event
- Valencia College Institute of Public Safety, 8600 Valencia College Ln., Orlando, FL 32825
- Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | 6– 8pm
This hands-on, interactive self-defense class builds confidence and equips women with practical, real-world personal safety skills. The training focuses on situational awareness, threat recognition and simple, effective response techniques through realistic drills and scenarios designed to enhance confidence and decision-making in everyday situations.
Women in Leadership Panel: Influence & Reinvention
- Women’s History & Cultural Center, 341 N Mills Ave 2nd floor, Orlando, FL 32803
- Wednesday, March 11, 2026 | 8am
Celebrate Women’s History Month with an all-star panel of Orlando PR & Communications leaders. This panel will explore how women sustain momentum in high-stakes environments, expand their leadership impact without burnout, and reinvent themselves without losing authenticity. Panelists include: Chauniqua “Major” Major – Whatever’s Good PR + Marketing; Trish Wingerson – Orlando Magic; Dr. Doragnes Rivera Bradshaw – Rollins College; and Heather Fagan – City of Orlando.
Stronger When Supported: Women's Self Care with Women's Recruiting Event
- Orange County Sheriff’s Office, 2500 W. Colonial Dr., Orlando, FL 32804
- Wednesday, March 11, 2026 | 6 – 8pm
This wellness-focused event supports women in high-stress professions by promoting self-care and work-life balance. Led by Valerie Reed, the discussion will cover practical wellness strategies such as sleep, nutrition, and relaxation, with hands-on experiences and refreshments provided by community partners.
Business & Bubbly
- Saint Lawrence Title, 212 Pasadena Place, Orlando, FL
- Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 10:30-11:30 am
In honor of Women’s History Month, Yvonne Sandoval of Coaching 365 will lead a Female Empowerment Class.
Annual History Breakfast Celebrates Women in Central Florida Sports
- Inter&Co Stadium – West Club, 655 W. Church St., Orlando, FL 32805
- Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | 8-10am
The Historical Society of Central Florida, with host Orlando Pride, will present its Seventh Annual Women’s History Breakfast. This year’s program, “Power Players: Women in Central Florida Sports,” recognizes women and teams whose leadership, talent, and perseverance transformed athletics across the region.
Mayor's Women's History Month Forum
- Orange County Multicultural Center, 7149 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32818
- Thursday, March 26, 2026 | 8am-2pm
Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings is proud to present the fourth annual Women’s History Month Forum. This year’s event highlights a holistic approach to success — supporting women not only in their careers, but also in their financial stability and emotional well-being.
Attendees can look forward to an inspiring lineup of live performances, interactive sessions, and a special presentation by author Colette Jane Fehr, who will share insights from her new book, “The Cost of Quiet.”
Also Try
- 10 Empowerment Hacks for Women Entrepreneurs Workshop
- Rosie the Rivetor! Lecture at Leesburg Public Library
- OCLS: HistoryMakers: The Story of “Typhoid” Mary Mallon
Host Your Own Women's History Month Gathering
Don’t see an event that fits your schedule? Create one! Even a simple coffee meetup to discuss the contributions of women in your industry can make an impact.
Having close gal pals is one of life’s greatest gifts. These are the women who cheer you on when you’re chasing big dreams, show up with tissues and takeout when life falls apart, and laugh with you until your stomach hurts. Strong female friendships and mentors offer emotional support, honest perspective, and a safe space to be fully yourself. They remind you of your worth, challenge you to grow, and celebrate your wins like they’re their own.
In every season of life, close girlfriends and mentors aren’t just nice to have—they’re grounding, empowering, and absolutely essential. Yup, time to book that GNO for March!
For our mom readers, check out Women's History Month blog on our sister site, Orlando Parenting.
