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The calendar is packed with delectable Orlando pairing dinners and culinary celebrations all throughout August. Whether you love to pair a special menu with wine, beer or cocktails, Orlando chefs are whipping up unforgettable feasts designed to wow the senses. Here’s a look at what’s on tap for August. PS: we couldn’t have created this…
Whether you want to book a romantic night away during the week or experience a new locale just for dinner or a daycation, a resort stay will have you head over heels during the entire experience. Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando provides you with a tropical atmosphere, featuring cascading blue waterfalls throughout the…
Starting Friday, May 31, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay brings back Summer Nights, featuring extended hours every night through August 11, 2019, and fireworks each Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Summer Nights also includes evening music and entertainment, as well as after-dark access to Tigris, Florida’s tallest launch coaster and a new addition to Busch Gardens. FREE…
Orlando debuted its first theme park in 1971. Now fast forward to present day and the City Beautiful is known as the “Theme Park Capital of the World,” with numerous parks operated by Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Studios Orlando, SeaWorld Orlando and others. Unsurprisingly, the theme park district boasts endless date night possibilities, from…
Written by Stephanie Patterson and Kristen Manieri A shipping container food truck park, Italian-inspired concepts, and tacos…oh my! Orlando’s food scene continues to surprise (and cause my waistline to expand in the name of research) with creative concepts and high-quality eats. Here are our top picks for the best new Orlando restaurants for your next…
For some, date night is synonymous with “dinner and a movie.” I prefer more interactive date nights that allow my partner and me to feel immersed in something new and exciting. This type of shared experience encourages us to engage in the entertainment and with each other which, ultimately, makes for cherished date night memories….
One of my favorite things about being married is when my wife surprises me with a date night. It might be something I mentioned in passing and totally forgot about, or an idea that she knows has been on my radar for a long time (such as going to see the new Avengers movie next…
MORE CONNECTION. MORE FUN. BETTER DATE NIGHTS. It’s not where you go for date night that counts; it’s how connected you feel when it’s over. Introducing Up Date, a connection tool for couples that transforms chit chat into fun, playful, engaging conversations. Each month we mail a beautifully designed, two-sided card filled with engaging questions,…
After an unusually chilly winter, we’re so excited the weather’s finally warming up so we can fully bask in the glory of the Sunshine State. Orlando has a wide variety of upcoming festivals, centered around whiskey, water lanterns, and everything in between. Check out a handful of our favorite upcoming festivals in the Central Florida…
Updated September 2019 2019 is underway, how are your resolutions holding up? If you and your sidekick have committed to keeping healthy habits, chances are jogging or running together is on your radar. We’ve sorted through hundreds of running events in the Orlando area and located some weekly run clubs too. This guide to running…
Orlando Date Night Guide’s giveaway extravaganza is back this year with the return of 28 Days of Love. For all 28 days in February, a different winner will score one of the spectacular prizes below. Beginning Friday, February 1, we’ll announce one winner daily on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. We will also be contacting each…
With the New Year already off to such a great start, we’re so excited to share dozens of fresh ideas for your date nights in 2019! There will be a plethora of new restaurants coming to town, as well as live shows and experiences, new resorts for romantic staycations, and of course some new theme…
Already envisioning how you plan to ring in 2019 with your love? New Year’s Eve is just over a month away but already the party plans and celebrations are being announced. Here’s a little preview of some of our favorite upcoming New Year’s Eve events in Orlando for waving goodbye to 2018 and hello to…
Locals know there’s so much more to do in Orlando beyond the theme parks. But even if you’ve lived in Orlando for years, there are likely dozens of experiences you haven’t had, restaurants you haven’t dined at and quirky attractions you haven’t visited. Central Florida’s under-the-radar and must-have experiences are the basis for the 2nd…
Portland, Oregon is rainy, cold, and about as far from Orlando you can get within the continental US. But I assure you, Orlando and Portland share many similarities. Perhaps you are most familiar with the Pacific Northwest city of Portland from the popular AMC show Portlandia. The satirical take on this PNW utopia pokes fun…
The glow of twinkling lights, the aroma of Italian cuisine, the sound of opera in the air: It’s not the Mediterranean coast, it’s the Harbor Piazza at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel. -SPONSORED- Held four times a year, Harbor Nights is an incredible event that has all the makings of a romantic date night or unique…
Kick back and relax in a South Seas island paradise at a festival created for beer lovers, foodies and all who enjoy a good time. -SPONSORED- Jake’s Beer Festival happens only twice each year under the outdoor Wantilan Pavilion at Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando Resort, and it’s back this Friday, October 5, 2018!! Showcasing more…
Put a spin on your usual Sunday Funday by heading to Orlando Shakes! Starting this September, the theater will be hosting four select Sunday matinees that combine a fun pre-show bash and theater performance for a Sunday you and your date won’t soon forget. The fun kicks off Sunday, September 23 with a Latin street…
This content is proudly supported by Orlando Charter Bus Company, your source for the widest selection of charter buses and minibuses in the Orlando Area. Sometimes the occasion calls for something big. We’re talking big plans, big groups and huge memories. If you’re looking to get the whole gang together (and not having to worry about designated…
Thanks to popular television shows like So You Think You Can Dance, Dancing with the Stars and World of Dance, dance as an art and activity is making a national comeback. Orlando’s diversity and thriving arts scene make for a lively dance community across all styles of dance. If you’re looking for a date night of…
Orlando Magazine recently published an in-depth list highlighting five local bars hosting out of the ordinary events in addition to serving up top-notch concoctions. (Read the article here.) At breweries like Orlando Brewing, you can sip a cold pint of organic craft beer while attending the monthly drum circle. Or, head to Aero Rooftop Bar…
2,000 votes were calculated in this year’s Orlando Date Night Awards, which ran from March 7-15, 2018 and was sponsored by the Epicurean Hotel, Tampa. Readers selected from dozens of fabulous nominees for best date night picks, but only one can be crowned king in each category. The winner of the 2-night stay at the Epicurean Hotel,…
Orlando Date Night Guide’s giveaway extravaganza is back this year with the return of 28 Days of Love. For all 28 days in February, a different winner will score one of the spectacular prizes below. Beginning Thursday, February 1, we’ll announce one winner daily on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. We will also be contacting each…
13 Classic movies are returning to the big screen, select dates in 2018 Dinner and a movie: it’s the most quintessential date night combination. As much as we love going to the movies, we’re always on the lookout for clever spins on this go-to date night. Which is why the Turner Classic Movies Big Screen…
**Updated December 12, 2018** Our annual guide to New Year’s Eve in Orlando Are you ready to wave goodbye to 2018 and hello to 2019? New Year’s Eve is just around the corner and there are TONS of ways to ring in the New Year. From bar parties to hotel happenings, dinners and budget-friendly happenings,…
By Hannah Green Your favorite sport’s season can easily be spent on the couch, watching games in your PJs while eating snacks and scrolling through social media. Rising ticket prices may deter you from leaving the couch to attend a game in person, but this list of Orlando sports dates offers deals that will get…
Hocus Pocus Live, Brisket & Brews, farm to table dinners, Halloween parties and more! Here are our picks for the top Orlando events for date night this week. MONDAY The Waterfront Chef’s Dinner Monday, October 23, 7pm-10pm The Waterfront $35-$45 TUESDAY Rooftop Yoga Tuesday, October 24, 6:30pm-7:30pm The Balcony Orlando $7 WEDNESDAY lee and rick’s…
Halloween isn’t just for kids! Enjoy a Halloween bar crawl, a cemetery tour, a Spooky Star Party, Oktoberfests and more with your date! Here are the top events in Orlando this week. MONDAY The Florida Project October 16-26 Enzian Theater $11 TUESDAY SandwichEatUp at Plant Street Market Tuesday, October 17, 6pm Plant Street Market FREE…
Social Hour, art shows, Oktoberfests, and more! Here are the top Orlando events for date night this week. MONDAY Whiskey Social with Michter’s Monday, October 9, 5:30pm The Courtesy Bar $15-$30 Art Night Out: Abstract Anomalies Monday, October 9, 6pm Orlando Museum of Art $30 TUESDAY Race for Relief Tuesday, October 10, 9am Avalon Town…
Fall is here! Go out and enjoy the various Oktoberfest celebrations, beer & art festivals & more. Here are the top events in Orlando this week. MONDAY Mario Kart Tourney featuring Brew Bus Monday, October 2, 6:30pm-10pm GB’s Bottle Shop and Tasting Bar $5 TUESDAY Food for Thought Tour Tuesday, October 3, 11:30am-12:30pm Second Harvest…
Fall (and romance!) is in the air… Enjoy a Bourbon Dinner at The Whiskey, a Brunch Festival, the Taste of Thailand Fall Festival and more exciting Orlando events this week. MONDAY Chef Night with Chef Joe Rees of The Strand Monday, September 25, 6-8:30pm Edible Education Experience $65 TUESDAY Rooftop Yoga September Tuesday, September 26,…
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