The City Beautiful is about to get even more beautiful! That’s because Orlando is set to host a vibrant array of art festivals and other appealing events this spring 2026. From visual arts showcases to performing arts festivals, Orlandoans can enjoy a rich tapestry of date-night-worthy experiences. We're sharing must-attend Orlando art festivals and other springtime events that you'll love.
Upcoming Orlando Art Festivals This Spring
A&H: The Art Party 2026
- Date: Saturday, March 7, from 6-10 p.m.
- Location: Art & History Museums of Maitland, 210 W. Packwood Ave., Maitland 32751
Join us for an exciting night on the beautiful Maitland Art Center campus. At the fifth annual A&H: The Art Party, guests will enjoy light bite food stations, specialty cocktails from the open bar, interaction with resident artists, four live painters, a live auction of art and unique experiences, a fabulous silent auction, photo opportunities, and more! Plus, take home exclusive swag along with memories of an unforgettable time.
The Language of Light
- February 3 – March 13, 2026
- Solana Fine Art, 1104 Solana Avenue, Winter Park
A can't miss gallery experience, The Language of Light pairs two artists, Stacy Barter and Ginger Oglesby, who explore the poetry of observation. Barter presents luminous florals and figurative works rendered with refined realism, capturing fleeting, radiant moments. Oglesby complements this with expressive, narrative paintings layered in gesture, color, and personal symbolism. Together, their work creates a dialogue between precision and spontaneity, revealing how light—physical and emotional—illuminates the beauty of the everyday.
Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival
- March 20-22, 2026
- Central Park + Park Ave., Winter Park
One of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious outdoor art festivals, the marvelous Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival returns for a beautiful weekend this spring season. First held in 1960, this festival transforms the streets of Winter Park into a sprawling open-air gallery, showcasing works from over 200 artists across the country.
The Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival has a genre for every art aficionado. Categories include just about every medium, including clay, digital art, drawings & pastels, fiber, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, watercolor and wood.
In addition to marveling at the art, you and your lovely date will be tickled pink by live music, gourmet food vendors, and, for those with pint-size Picassos in tow, interactive children's art activities. Definitely plan to catch saxophone legend Kim Waters. Oh, and there are also volunteer opportunities.
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UpTown Art Expo
- March 27-29, 2026
- Cranes Roost, 274 Cranes Roost Blvd. Altamonte Springs , FL 32701
This free admission festival features over 140 juried artists and fine craft exhibitors, showcasing a diverse array of jewelry, glass, mosaics, paintings, photography, pottery and sculpture. Attendees can enjoy live music performances throughout the weekend, with VIP seating available near the concert stage.
The 13th annual event also includes fascinating chalk street art created by talented artists, offering visitors the chance to vote for their favorites in the People’s Choice Awards.
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Spring Fiesta in the Park
- April 4 & 5, 2026
- Lake Eola Park, 512 E Washington St, Orlando, Florida
The 37th Annual Spring Fiesta in the Park is a two-day party, from 10am-5pm, in the heart of Downtown Orlando at Lake Eola Park. This free, family-friendly event will feature over 200 artists and crafters from across the country, showcasing a diverse array of artwork, such as ceramics, jewelry, glass, painting, graphics, wood and sculpture.
Attendees can also enjoy a variety of food vendors, a beer garden, live entertainment on the amphitheater stage and a dedicated kids’ zone for the little ones. Leashed pets are welcome, making it a perfect Orlando outing for the entire family.
Florida Film Festival
- April 10-18, 2026
- Enzian Theatre, 1300 South Orlando Avenue, Maitland, FL 32751
- Tickets start at $12 per person
The Annual Florida Film Festival, an Oscar-qualifying event, will showcase many films spanning narrative features, documentaries, shorts, and animated works. Movie maniacs can engage with filmmakers and possibly celebrities during various events, including parties and forums, while enjoying handcrafted cocktails and a curated menu at the Eden Bar and Enzian Theater.
Florida Puerto Rican Parade & Festival
- April 25, 2026, 10:00 a.m.
- Downtown Orlando, 5oo N. Orange Ave
Celebrating the 10th annual Florida Puerto Rican Parade and Festival, this year’s festivities honor the Municipio Autónomo de Yabucoa. Yabucoa is a town and municipality located in the southeastern region of Puerto Rico, known for its agricultural history, particularly sugarcane and scenic natural areas, like the Sierra Pandura mountain range. The theme “Build the Future in Puerto Rico” will dominate celebratory messaging.
The parade, kicking off at 10am in Downtown Orlando, will feature vibrant floats showcasing Puerto Rican culture and folklore, while the festival offers traditional cuisine, arts and crafts, and live entertainment, including singer-songwriter Michael Flores.
St. Johns River Festival of the Arts
- April 25-26, 2026
- Downtown Sanford
The 15th annual St. Johns River Festival of the Arts celebrates the fine arts and crafts, featuring educational art presentation, including live demonstrations called art-in-action, plus live acoustic music and curated gourmet food.
This is a juried art festival, with 150 local, regional, and national fine-arts and fine-crafts artists competing in the categories of painting, fine crafts, drawing, and digital media.
Enjoy the scenic views in Historic Downtown Sanford, and walk along the Sanford River Walk while you're there. The festivities begin on Saturday, April 25, from 10am – 6pm and continue through Sunday, April 26, from 10am – 5pm.
Orlando Carnival
- May 22-24, 2026
- Camping World Stadium—Tinker Field, 317 S Tampa Ave, Orlando, Florida
Stand with Jamaica: Help Rebuild After Hurricane Melissa: Join hands with CAP Multicultural Charitable Organization, 501 (c)3, to help the distraught people who were hit the hardest.
The Orlando Carnival Downtown is a vibrant celebration of Caribbean culture, primarily scheduled for Memorial Day weekend with a few events held prior. Main festivities kickoff on Friday evening with “Carnival on the Runway,” showcasing the glamour and artistry of elaborate Carnival costumes.
Then, the Saturday line-up features the lively J’ouvert, an early-morning street party filled with music, dancing and revelry. It's a time to paint the town red because this event is a splatter spectacular of paint and water. Rounding out the fun, Mas Band Parade & Concert is slated for Sunday.
Other Orlando Art Festivals & Creative Events
- The Bach Festival (February 6-March 15, 2026)
- Timucua Opera Festival (March 1-22, 2026)
- Orlando Jazz Festival (March 21-22, 2026)
- Legacy in Bloom at Leu Gardens (March 7-May 31, 2026)
- UCF Celebrates the Arts (March 31-April 12, 2026)
- Winter Park Paint Out (April 19-25, 2026)
- Central Florida Earth Day (April 25, 2026)
- Annual Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival (May 12-25, 2026)
Orlando Theme Park Spring Festivals
Seven Seas Food Festival
January 30-May 17, 2026
Guests can dive into over 200 international dishes, inspired by countries like Ireland, Mexico, Germany and India, complemented by a huge offering of craft beers and wines.
Come hungry to munch your way through 29 international marketplace huts, including eight new stops: Old Fashioned Milk Co., Travelers Café, Half Pipe Pavilion, Cantina, Lucky Cat, Mediterranean Wine, Brews presented by Florida Avenue Brewing Co., and Hops and Dreams by Wicked Weed. Plus, menus rotate throughout the season, so there’s always something new to discover on every visit for Orlando season passholders. I personally am craving buttery lobster rolls, churrasco steak with chimichurri, Polynesian Huli-Huli chicken and sweet Mediterranean baklava!
Seven Seas is introducing a few other new experiences, including an all-new Secret Menu at Sharks Underwater Grill. Pssst… you'll need to ask the hostess stand to unlock a chef-curated three-course surprise. There's also a monthly “Seas the Flavor” wine pairing dinner series, featuring five courses matched with premium wines and live storytelling from culinary pros.
Lastly, live music takes over Bayside Stadium every weekend with a concert lineup spanning multiple genres and, most importantly, included with park admission. Some of the chart-topping acts include: Smash Mouth, Maddie & Tae, Boys ll Men, Trace Adkins, Tiffany, The Fray, and others.
EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
March 4-June 1, 2026
Springtime fully blooms the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, running March 4 through June 1. EPCOT will be adorned with 70 vibrant character topiaries that bring your favorite Disney pals to life in greenery and blossoms.
Plan to discover themed gardens, from the new Wildlife Crossing Garden inspired by Disney’s Hoppers to the stylish Trendy Tropicals Garden. One of the coolest new twists is Spike’s Garden at CommuniCore Hall, which transitions from day to night with glow-in-the-dark fireflies and flowers that “bloom” under moonlight.
Of course, what’s a Flower & Garden Festival without fresh flavors and fun activities?! Outdoor Kitchens will be dishing up tons of delicious new bites and beverages, from refreshing strawberry-basil lemonade to creative plant-based delights, alongside returning favorites that foodies crave. There’s also the fun Garden Graze food stroll, where you collect stamps from select dishes for a sweet reward. Adventurist like yourself will love exploring Butterfly Landing, hunting for Spike in the Pollen-Nation Exploration or searching for character eggs during the Eggstravaganza.
Sprinkle in the Garden Rocks Concert Series, featuring new and beloved musical acts, and you’ve got festival magic blooming around every corner!
More Springtime fun in Orlando includes St. Patrick's Day Events and Cinco de Mayo!
