There are so many fun events happening in the City Beautiful. The fall season is practically here. And we have so many things to look forward to.
Can you believe it? Halloween season is already starting around town! And mid-September will mean the start of Fall Festivals in our beautiful area.
Attention Parents: Head to Orlando-Parenting.com for things to do with kids in Orlando.
Featured Events
Live At The Pointe Orlando
Thursday-Sunday, September 19-22
Mark your calendars for Thursday, September 19th – their doors open at 9PM for a 4-day Grand Opening Weekend Celebration! Events are FREE.
Weekend lineup:
- Thursday 9/19: Thursday Night Football + DJ, reality personality James Kennedy FREE 21+ show at 10PM. RSVP here
- Friday 9/20: Doors open 4PM + Internationally recongized Dominican band, Oro Solido, FREE 18+ show at 10PM.
- Saturday 9/21: College football watch parties at Sports & Social Orlando + Eklectik Haze FREE 18+ show at 9PM.
- Sunday 9/22: All Day Sunday Football Watch Party + Drag Show produced by Blue LaLa Events at Shark Bar Orlando
- PBR Orlando, Shark Bar and Houndsmen Lounge will open 9PM Thursday and 7PM Friday + Saturday.
Amber Brooke Farms 4th Fall Festival
Weekends & Select Dates, September 21st – November 3rd
The 4th Annual Fall Festival is a delightful autumnal event filled with fun for the whole family!
Farm Tour Ride, Pumpkin Patches, Live Music, Delicious Food, and Happy Hour round out this unforgettable fall experience.
Buy your tickets online for guaranteed admission.
Cowboy Adventure Park at Westgate Resorts
Thursdays-Mondays, starting at 10am
Get ready for an unforgettable fall season at Cowboy Adventure Park with activities for everyone! Step into the legendary Fort Kicco with their Gel Tag Experience, a thrilling game that’s fun for all ages. Capture the essence of autumn in their Pumpkin Patch, where you can pick the perfect pumpkin and enjoy delightful seasonal photo opportunities throughout the park.
For a touch of Halloween without the scares, venture into their Not So Spooky Halloween Maze—a family-friendly adventure that delivers just the right amount of fun for younger guests. Celebrate fall at Cowboy Adventure Park! Tickets starting at $15.
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic
November 15 and 16, 5:30-9:30pm
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin
Amidst the resort's stunning scenery, this can't-miss annual foodie event promises an unforgettable night with live music, endless tastings from over 20 food stations, 100+ beverage options, and immersive themed areas like the lively beer garden and chic bubble lounge.
Event-only tickets start at just $195, with special overnight packages and discounted accommodations available. Running from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM, the event has been extended by 30 minutes this year! Plus, score 15% off when you grab tickets for both nights.
Featured Getaway: Marriott World Center
Stay moments from the “Magic” at Orlando World Center Marriott, just 1.5 miles from Disney World. Summer like a local with 7 waterslides, cool pools, lazy river, unique dining plus shuttle service to all four Disney Parks & Disney Springs!
Receive a $25 nightly credit when you explore before September 9, 2024.
This Week Orlando Events Things to Do September 9 – 15, 2024
Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining
August 16 – September 30, 2024
150+ Participating Orlando restaurants
This annual celebration of Orlando eateries features dozens of restaurants offering date nighters a three-course, prix fixe menu for just $40/person with a new $60 per person option at select restaurants.
EPCOT Food and Wine Festival
August 29 – November 23, 2024
EPCOT
Included in park admission
Halloween Horror Nights
August 30 – November 3, 2024
Universal Studios Orlando
Tickets start at $82.99
Golden Legacy: Original Art from 80 Years of Golden Books
September 6 – December 1, 2024
Orlando Museum of Art
Experience the nostalgia of Little Golden Books with over sixty masterpieces of original illustrations from the Random House archives. Featured in the exhibition are pieces from beloved picture-book classics like The Poky Little Puppy, Tootle, Home for a Bunny, The Color Kittens, I Can Fly, and many more. The exhibition is organized by The National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature, Abilene, Texas.
Included with admission
Learn to Taste Wine Like a Master Sommelier with George Miliotes
September 10, 12, & 25, 12-1:30pm
Wine Bar George
1610 East Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Enjoy a memorable event with George Miliotes, one of 279 Master Sommeliers in the world, and owner of Wine Bar George at Disney Springs. Guests will learn to taste wine like a professional with a “blind” tasting of six different wines. Hear firsthand from George about his journey through the wine world and what it takes to become a Master Sommelier. George leads this 90-minute event in a relaxed setting on select afternoons.
$130
Twenty One Pilots: The Clancy World Tour
Wednesday, September 11, 7:45pm
KIA Center
Tickets start at $75
Dubsdread 100th Anniversary Celebration
Thursday, September 12, 5:30pm
549 West Par Street, Orlando, FL 32804
The City of Orlando invites you to join us as we commemorate and celebrate the 100th anniversary of Dubsdread Golf Course. For a century, Dubsdread has been a beloved community gem, and we're throwing a centennial celebration you won't want to miss. Purchase your tickets today to celebrate 100 years of golf with food, drinks, music, games and prizes to help raise the next generation of golfers.
$100
Pink Floyd’s ‘The Dark Side Of The Moon’ 50th Anniversary
Friday, September 13, 6, 7, 8 & 9pm
Seminole State College Planetarium
100 Weldon Boulevard, Sanford, FL 32773
With the help of modern technology, the idea of a show combining breath-taking views of the solar system and beyond, played out to 42 minutes of The Dark Side of The Moon in surround sound, has been embraced by the band. NSC Creative have led the visual production efforts, working closely with Pink Floyd’s long time creative collaborator Aubrey Powell from Hipgnosis.
Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for K-12 and college students with ID, and $8 for Seniors 55+.
Conservation on Tap
Thursday, September 12, 6:30pm
Deviant Wolfe Brewing
121 W 1st St, Sanford, FL 32771
Come share your valuable input regarding D Ranch Preserve, 476 wild acres off Reed Ellis Road and SR-415. This is your chance to share your ideas and help create a space that reflects the needs and interests of our community. Whether you're a local outdoor enthusiast, a nature lover, or just curious, your input is valuable! Come on out for some brews, good times, and community.
FREE
Brass Band of Central Florida: When Worlds Collide
Friday, September 13, 7pm
2021 West State Road 426, Oviedo, FL 32765
The St. Luke's Concert Series is excited to kick off the 2024-2025 season with the Brass Band of Central Florida and their “When Worlds Collide” concert.
FREE
Voctave: The Corner of Broadway & Main Street
Friday, September 13, 7:30pm
Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
Voctave, Orlando's renowned vocal ensemble, is thrilled to bring their acclaimed program The Corner of Broadway and Main Street back to their hometown. It’s been years since this program has been presented in Orlando and audiences can expect a captivating performance featuring beloved classics, new favorites, and special guest appearances, promising an extraordinary evening of musical excellence.
Tickets start at $45
Lightup Shoebox: The Turn of The Screw
September 13 – 14, 2024
Timucua Arts Foundation
2000 S Summerlin Ave, Orlando, FL 32806
THE BABADOOK meets THE WOMAN IN BLACK in this nationally acclaimed and thrilling show. Enjoy an imaginative and suspenseful adaptation of the classic horror story that inspired Netflix’s “The Haunting of Bly Manor”, “The Others”, “The Innocents” (and likely every haunted house and creepy kid that doesn’t seem quite right…)
Tickets start at $15
Las Criadas del Melia Micro-Theatre Show
September 13 – 28, 2024, 7pm
Meliá Orlando Celebration
225 Celebration Place, Celebration, FL 34747
Inspired by the Roaring 20s, this interactive performance will draw you into the world of four immigrant housekeepers living under the strict regime of a demanding supervisor. As a guest, you’ll move through four different hotel rooms, each transformed into a unique stage for these captivating stories. Between each performance, you’ll have the chance to enjoy delicious food and beverages in the patio space that links the staging areas, all while soaking in the atmosphere of this one-of-a-kind event.
$40
Fourth Annual Celebration of Latin American Arts & Culture
Saturday, September 14, 10am – 3pm
Orange County Regional History Center
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the Fourth Annual Celebration of Latin American Arts & Culture. Enjoy Central Florida performers representing several Latin American countries and visual artists who will display and sell their artwork. See live painting demonstrations, check out heritage performances, and enjoy family-friendly crafts and activities.
FREE
4th Annual Taste of Fall Celebration
Saturday, September 14, 11am-4pm
Driftwood Market
46 W Plant Street, Winter Garden, FL
Get into the holiday spirit, indulge in food samples, holiday sips and shop fall merchandise and get ready for Fall season. This is a free event, but pre-register @ https://driftwoodmarket.net/collections/events, and bring your ticket to be entered into our raffle.
FREE
Enchanted Knights Renaissance Faire
Saturday, September 14, 11am-6pm
Oviedo Mall
Prepare to be whisked away to a realm of wonder and excitement at Oviedo Mall's Enchanted Knights Renaissance Faire! Best of all, admission and parking are absolutely free!
FREE
Punk in the Park
Saturday, September 14, 12-11pm
Central Florida Fairgrounds
4603 W Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32808
This marks the second stop for Punk In The Park – American Road Trip, originally known as Southern California’s favorite punk rock and craft beer tasting festival, following May's Road Trip debut at The Cow Palace in San Francisco. In addition to a day full of music, festival attendees 21+ can enjoy tastings of delicious craft beers and other craft beverages, including award-winning local and regional favorites with the added tasting pass ticket.
Tickets start at $59
Lake Nona Hispanic Heritage Festival
Saturday, September 14, 3-8pm
Drive Shack Orlando
7285 Corner Drive, Orlando, FL 32827
Enjoy the Hispanic Heritage Food Festival featuring Live Music, Dancers, Food Trucks, and more. The event is an Indoor/Outdoor Event. Children 12 & under are FREE & do not need a ticket! There will be crafts & activities, and overall fun for the entire family.
Tickets start at $5
Moon Over Avalon Mid-Autumn Festival 2024
Saturday, September 14, 5-9pm
3651 Avalon Park E Blvd, Orlando, FL 32828
Moon Festival is a traditional festival celebrated in many Far East and Southeast Asian American communities. This tradition is celebrated in various forms throughout China (Mid-Autumn Festival), Japan (Tsukimi), Korea (Chuseok), and Vietnam (Tết Trung Thu). This 5-hour evening event includes children’s arts & craft activities, DIY festival lanterns, food trucks, night market, and live performances.
FREE
Bunnies, Hops and Brews
Sunday, September 15, 12-4pm
RockPit Brewing & Distilling
10 W Illiana St, Orlando, FL
This special fundraiser offers a unique opportunity to cuddle, play with, and even adopt adorable bunnies while enjoying a pint of your favorite brew. Whether you're a bunny lover or just looking for a fun way to spend your afternoon, come out to support a great cause and maybe even find a furry friend to take home!
Donate $10.00 and receive a free core beer.
Next Week Orlando Events September 16 – 22, 2024
2024 Global Peace Film Festival
September 17 – 22, 2024
400 S Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801
The Global Peace Film Festival has used the power of the moving image to further the cause of peace on earth. From the outset, the Festival envisioned “peace” not as the absence of conflict but as a framework for channeling, processing and resolving conflict through respectful and non-violent means. Each year, the program is carefully curated to create a place for open dialogue, using the films as catalysts for change.
Tickets start at $25
Jelly Roll: The Beautifully Broken Tour
Tuesday, September 17, 7pm
KIA Center
Tickets start at $93
Mural Festival
September 19-20, 2024
CityArts
39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801
Downtown Arts District and CityArts are holding a two-day mural festival. Theywill have different muralists painting 8 x 8 walls on Magnolia Ave. This is a chance for the artists to paint live in front of peers in the community. On Friday evening the event will culminate with a muralist team challenge. This event will have judges, multiple DJs, bars, and food trucks.
FREE
Gothic Seas: Fathoms of Intoxicating Fortune
September 19 – 29, 2024
100 S Eola Dr, Unit 100, Orlando, FL 32801
Set sail the Gothic Seas as New Generation Theatrical returns to its Gothic Series, where the drinks are as dark and enchanting as the sirens, and the laughs are to die for as usual. This nautical comedy will finally answer: What DO you do with a drunken sailor, especially when otherworldly powers creep aboard? Yo ho to the Gothic Seas! Table Seating includes 2 story driven alcoholic drinks.
Tickets start at $20
Snapshots: A Musical Scrapbook
September 19 – October 13, 2024
The Winter Park Playhouse
711 North Orange Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
Regional Premiere! This new musicall features an oustanding score by Academy Award-winning composer Stephen Schwartz and incorporates over two dozen of his beloved songs from Wicked, Pippin, Godspell, Children of Eden, The Baker's Wife and more! When married couple, Sue and Dan, discover a box of photographs after their son has left for college, they embark on a beautiful journey to the past, redicovering their true love that remained hidden in a lifetime of Snapshots.
Tickets start at $10
Third Thursday @ The Museum
Thursday, September 19, 5-9pm
Orange County Regional History Center
The History Center is open late on the third Thursday of each month with four hours of free admission. Third Thursday @ The Museum is part of a wider event at various downtown Orlando venues organized by the Downtown Arts District celebrating arts, culture, and history through art exhibitions, live performances, drink specials, and more.
FREE
Pressed Floral Art Workshop
Thursday, September 19, 5:30pm
The House on Lang
1308 Lang Avenue, Orlando, FL 32803
In this workshop, Bomb Blooms teaches the foundations of flower and leaf pressing to capture beautifully dried botanicals. With your new acquired skill, you can preserve florals from an abundant garden harvest or press leaves after a day frolicking through a beautiful meadow of bountiful wildflowers.
$65
Chef's Tasting Dinner with Henriot Champagne
Thursday, September 19, 6:30pm
Ceiba at Conrad Orlando
1500 Eastbeach Way, Orlando, FL 32836
Embark on a culinary journey at Ceiba with an exclusive 5-course chef's tasting menu, thoughtfully curated to delight your senses. Each course is expertly paired with a distinct offering of Henriot Champagne, enhancing every flavor and creating an unforgettable dining experience.
$200
Uptown Vibes
September 20 & October 18, 6-10pm
Cranes Roost Park
274 Cranes Roost Blvd, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
Uptown Vibes brings live performances from talented local artists. Guests will also enjoy a variety of vendors selling unique gifts, artisanal goods, home décor and more. Admission is free. Food and drinks are available for purchase.
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
September 20 – 21, 2024
Encore at Avalon Park
13798 Cygnus Drive, Orlando, FL
Get ready for “A Frightful Evening,” a captivating murder mystery that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The story centers around Courtney Fish, a wealthy crime writer who has invited her closest relatives for a seemingly ordinary gathering. But when tragedy strikes, it becomes clear that not everything is as it seems. With secrets, deception, and a tangled web of motives, the truth is buried deep. Can you piece together the clues and uncover the real story before the final revelation?
Tickets start at $45
Inaugural Orlando Out Fest
September 20 – 22, 2024
Fringe ArtSpace
54 W Church St Suite 201, Orlando, FL 32801
Orlando Out Fest is a curated festival produced by Orlando Fringe that celebrates exclusively LGBTQIA stories, artists and history. The weekend festival will take the stage Friday, September 20 thru Sunday, September 22 with a special teaser show on Thursday, September 19.
Mark Normand: Ya Don't Say Tour
Friday, September 20, 7pm
Hard Rock Cafe & Live Orlando
Tickets start at $35.75
Adults Night Out
Friday, September 20, 8-11pm
Planet Obstacle
1150 Emma Oaks Trail #100, Lake Mary, FL 32746
This adults-only event gives couples and singles an opportunity to spend an amazing evening in the new extraordinary way. Every ticket comes with one FREE DRINK of your choice, including WINE, BEER or COCKTAIL for those who are 21y and older. Get ready for games, contests to win more free drinks and have so much laughter and fun!
Tickets start at $25
Central Florida Nights
Friday, September 20, 8:30pm
Seminole State College Planetarium
100 Weldon Boulevard, Sanford, FL 32773
Offering a guided tour of the current night sky, it is updated every two weeks to match the slow march of constellations we see as Earth revolves around the sun. During each presentation, guests will learn how to locate seven or eight prominent constellations. The locations of the visible planets, upcoming meteor showers, bright comets and other notable celestial happenings will also be explored.
Tickets are $6 for adults, $4 for students and seniors (55+).
Latin Jazz & Art Festival
Saturday, September 21, 5-9pm
Lake Concord Park
95 Lake Triplet Drive, Casselberry, FL 32707
Jazz trumpet sensation Arturo Sandoval returns to Casselberry to perform at the free Latin Jazz & Art Festival. Sponsored by the City of Casselberry and WUCF, this concert event from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. will entice all jazz lovers to come and enjoy a spectacular evening highlighted by the award-winning trumpeter. Prior to the concert, some of the area’s greatest Latin visual artists will showcase their works in the Artista Siempre art exhibit. Everything from paintings and sculptures to mixed media masterpieces will be on display in Casselberry City Hall, Art House, Art Center and Sculpture House.
FREE
Sips and Salsa Festival
Saturday, September 21, 5-10pm
Waterfront Park
100 3rd Street, Clermont, FL 34711
This much-anticipated event will offer the community all things SALSA! A display of cultural cuisine will be available in a variety of exquisite dishes, accompanied by live salsa music and dancing. Lots of activities for the whole family!
FREE
September 23 – 29, 2024
Grand Opening of Celebration Brewing Company
Monday, September 23, 11:30am
Celebration Brewing Company
Mark your calendars for September 23, 2024, and be part of a brewing milestone! Celebration Brewing Co is thrilled to open their doors to the community with a day packed full of fun, flavor, and festivities. Enjoy $5 Beers All Day, Live Music & Entertainment, and great food!
Lingua Franca Winemakers Dinner Featuring Master Sommelier Larry Stone
Tuesday, September 24, 7pm
Wine Bar George
1610 East Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Savor an unforgettable evening at our winemaker's dinner featuring Larry Stone, Master Sommelier and winemaker behind Lingua Franca wines. Delight in an extraordinary five-course feast crafted by Executive Chef Will Davison, with each course thoughtfully paired with Lingua Franca’s exceptional wines. The highlight of the night will be a duck duet—two unique preparations of duck that harmonize beautifully with the refined flavors of Stone’s Pinot Noirs.
$215
Edward Scissorhands: Matthew Bourne’s Dance Version
September 25 – 29, 2024
Enzian
Based on the classic Tim Burton movie and featuring the hauntingly beautiful music of Danny Elfman and Terry Davies, Bourne and his New Adventures Company return to this witty, bittersweet story of an incomplete boy left alone in a strange new world.
Tickets start at $15
Yoga in the Park
Thursday, September 26, 10am
Ward Park
Cady Way & Perth Ln, Winter Park, FL 32792
Welcome Fall with Yoga in the Park. Breathe in the fresh air and connect with nature as we celebrate the change of the seasons with an outdoor yoga class in beautiful Ward Park, located just behind the Center for Health & Wellbeing.
FREE
Back to School, Back to You
Thursday, September 26, 6-8pm
Oviedo Med Spa
872 Executive Drive, Oviedo, FL 32765
Welcome to Back to School, Back to You! Head to Oviedo Med Spa for a fun event where you can Meet the MedSpa and learn about all of their incredible services! Whether you're a teacher, a parent, or someone wanting to invest in themselves, they have a treatment that is sure to meet your needs. Their Med Spa experts will be on hand to answer any questions and provide information on our treatments. They will also have light bites, beverages, and a few fun surprises!
FREE
Diversitastic! Dining: Colombia
Thursday, September 26, 7 pm
Colombia Restaurant: Simon Parilla Bar & Grill
1187 Florida Mall Ave, Orlando, FL 32809
Save your seat for this all-inclusive experience! A chance to immerse yourself into the exploration of tastes, sights, sounds and mindsets of another part of the world. The experience includes an authentical multi-course meal, from appetizer to dessert, and a program of music and/or dance, as well as cultural and chef presentations and maybe a fun culturally-specific game with prizes.
$60
Sir Jac & The Revolution
Thursday, September 26, 7 pm
The Wharf
Sir Jac & The Revolution, the consummate Prince tribute, bring their incredible show to The Wharf Concert Series with every distinct detail, from awesome costuming to authentic instrumentation! Performing all of the greatest hits of Prince, widely regarded as one of the greatest musicians of his generation, including “Purple Rain,” “Little Red Corvette,” “Let’s Go Crazy,” “1999,” “Kiss,” “When Doves Cry,” and more!
Tickets start at $20
Wine & Art Night
Thursday, September 26, 7:30pm
Turull’s Boqueria
1319 Florida Mall Ave, Orlando, FL
Indulge in a perfect pairing of wine and tapas while you unleash your inner artist during our interactive paint activity. Plus, enjoy live entertainment that will keep the good vibes flowing all night long.
$85
Violent Femmes
Thursday, September 26, 8:30pm
House of Blues Orlando
Tickets start at $39.50
Knock ‘Em Dead
September 27 – 29, 2024
The Orlando Fringe
54 W Church St, Suite 201, Orlando, FL 32801
Celebration Theatre Company presents Knock ‘Em Dead: a thrilling musical that brings comedy and a serial killer to the stage! Enter the wild, funny, outrageous musical world of this brassy, ballsy, irreverent black-comic murder mystery poking fun at Hollywood, moviemaking and fame.
Tickets start at $20
Fall Into the Gardens
September 27 – November 17, 2024
Leu Gardens
Embrace the enchanting charm of autumn at the Gardens. Vibrant hues of thousands of marigolds and a delightful array of seasonal flowers immerse you in the essence of fall. Get ready for some whimsical fun with our unique Garden Chicken Hunt. With tall, short, and downright funny chickens hidden in the Gardens, this playful activity promises laughter and excitement for visitors of all ages.
Garden admission applies.
Sunset at the Zoo: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage
Friday, September 27, 5pm
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
3755 West Seminole Boulevard, Sanford, FL 32771
Head to the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens for our last Sunset event of 2023, as we proudly celebrate Hispanic culture and heritage!
Tickets start at $6
Winter Park Sunset Wine & Jazz
Friday, September 27, 6-10pm
Winter Park Events Center
Get ready for a night filled with unlimited food & drink and live music on multiple stages.
$65
Moonlight Fest: Taste of Asia
September 28 – 29, 5-11pm
The Acre
4421 Edgewater Dr, Orlando, Florida 32804
Enjoy Asian Food Galore, Lion dancing, Chinese drummers, ribbon dancing, and more!
Freaky Frights Market
Saturday, September 28, 11am-6pm
Oviedo Mall
Oviedo Mall is ready to kick off the spooky season in style, and we want you to be a part of it! Whether you're a horror enthusiast, a Halloween lover, or just looking for a fun-filled day, the Freaky Frights Market has something for everyone.
FREE
Reggae Fest Orlando
Saturday, September 28, 9pm
The Vanguard
Tickets start at $20
September 30 – October 6, 2024
Taste of Space: Fall Bites
September 30 – November 3, 2024
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Taste of Space Fall Bites! returns for a fourth year to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. From September 30 to November 3, treat your taste buds to some fun new flavors around the visitor complex. This year brings new, spectacular food and sweet treats that will send your taste buds off-planet. Menu items are available for purchase, but attending Fall Bites! is included with visitor complex admission.
Art & Sip: Butterfly Bliss & Brushstrokes
Monday, September 30, 5:30-8pm
Cafe Tu Tu Tango
8625 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
Let your creativity soar as you paint a beautiful butterfly masterpiece while enjoying delicious drinks and snacks. No experience necessary – talented artist, Vidaly Rivera, will guide you every step of the way.
$65
The Prince Experience
Thursday, October 3, 8pm
The Plaza Live
425 North Bumby Ave., Orlando, FL 32803
The look, sound and essence of the Purple One explodes on stage when The Prince Experience delivers hits such as “Lets Go Crazy,” “Purple Rain,” “Kiss,” as well as all the timeless classics. This show brings to life the Purple Rain Era of Prince. Complete with costumes, props, and a full band. The Prince Experience transports you back in time and gets you ready to party likes it’s 1999.
Tickets start at $35
The Taste of Space: Marstini Shake-Off
Friday, October 4, 6:30pm
Kennedy Space Center
Taste the flavors of the season during this after-hours special-ticketed event. Mix and mingle with some of your favorite astronauts and visit several food stations throughout Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex. You can also sample each Marstini as you explore Gateway, and vote for your favorite to win the People’s Choice Award. You will also have the chance to purchase a full-sized beverage at a cash bar.
$159
Orlando Salsa Festival
Friday, October 4, 8pm
KIA Center
Get ready for the ultimate salsa extravaganza! The Orlando Salsa Festivalfeatures the legendary Willie Colon, El Gran Combo, Grupo Niche, India, Tito Nieves, Puerto Rican Power, Frankie Negron, Bobby Allende and 8 Y Mas Band. Prepare to dance the night away to the electrifying rhythms of salsa and experience a once-in-a-lifetime concert event.
Tickets start at $61
Rocky Horror Picture Show 49th Anniversary Spectacular Tour
Friday, October 4, 8pm
Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
Join the original “Brad Majors” – BARRY BOSTWICK – for a screening of the original unedited version of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, with a live shadow cast, audience participation, costume contest and more! Plus, check out an on-site memorabilia display with artifacts and an actual costume from the movie.
Tickets start at $38.50
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Best of Challenge: Taco Edition
Saturday, October 5, 12-4pm
Promenade at Sunset Walk
3251 Margaritaville Boulevard, Kissimmee, FL 34747
Promenade at Sunset Walk presents the 6th Annual “Best of Challenge” – Taco Edition showcasing the best tacos from 11 of Sunset Walk’s Promenade Venues & Margaritaville Resort Orlando. All guests are invited to enjoy Live Entertainment, and all Event Activities hosted by “The Jim Colbert Show” and DJ Scotty B. Plus following the “Best of Challenge” stay & enjoy live music with the”SocietY Band”, The Promenade Artisan Market & Show Car Saturday Nights!
Spectators Free. VIP Tasting/Judging Packages $20
Kona Luau
Saturday, October 5, 6-9pm
Wekiva Island
1014 Miami Springs Dr, Longwood, FL 32779
Forget packing your bags and waiting in line at the airport. For one day in October, Wekiva Island will transport guests to the tropical islands of Hawaii without ever leaving the Sunshine State. he event features a hula hoop contest, specials, and tons of Aloha spirit. It is topped off with a traditional fire dancer performance. The Kona Luau marks Wekiva Island’s anniversary each year.
$5
Pancakes & Booze Art Show
Saturday, October 5, 8pm
The Abbey
Orlando’s Pop-Up Underground Art Show is BACK at The Abbey! Experience one of the largest pop-up art movements to hit North America over the past decade, celebrating more than 10 years of serving FREE PANCAKES and introducing you to some of the nation’s leading emerging artists.
Tickets start at $10
Upcoming Events
Date Night in the Plaza
Friday, October 25, 8-10pm
Cranes Roost Park
274 Cranes Roost Blvd, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
Date Night in the Plaza is a unique event series in Cranes Roost Park. The Plaza will transform into the perfect setting for an adults-only event under the stars. Whether you are with a significant other or a group of friends, you are sure to have a memorable time.
FREE
Central Winds Music Festival
Saturday, November 9, 4-8pm
Central Winds Park, Winter Springs FL
The second-annual Central Winds Music Festival returns on November 9 as a FREE EVENT! Enjoy great entertainment and food from local vendors. A family-friendly event – bring your lawn chairs & blankets for an evening of relaxation.
FREE
Great Orchestra Series
Debuts November 18, 2024
Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
The 24/25 Great Orchestra Series, which includes incredible performances by the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and London Symphony Orchestra.
The Great Orchestra 24/25 Series Schedule:
- Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra: Monday, November 18, 2024, at 7:30 pm
- Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 7:30 pm
- London Symphony Orchestra: Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at 7:30 pm
- Lang Lang in Recital: Wednesday, March 5, 2024, at 8 pm
“IMMERSE” Festival
February 21-23, 2025
Streets and public spaces of Downtown Orlando
The highly-anticipated return of the “IMMERSE” festival February 21-23 in the streets and public spaces of Downtown Orlando (with art on display for the entire month of February).
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Tibetan Meditation with Puja Madan
Second Wednesday of every month, 7:30pm
Timucua, 2000 S Summerlin Ave, Orlando, FL 32806
No prior meditation experience necessary. An open mind and heart will suffice. If you do however meditate regularly, this technique will deepen your practice.
Note: this is an alcohol-free event. The meditation is best practiced on a light stomach. Please dress comfortably.
Piano Bar Show at Jewel
Thursday, Friday and Saturday Nights
Jewel Orlando
Dueling Piano players take the stage for a fun night of song requests and sing-alongs! Call (321) 444-5306 after 5pm to get your password for speakeasy entry.
FREE admission with password
Tasty Takeover in The Milk District
Tuesdays from 6:30-10pm
The Milk District – E. Robinson St
THE food truck block party in Orlando! Find it in The Milk District every Tuesday night behind the bars and shops of E. Robinson St.
FREE Admission
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Cirque du Soleil “Drawn to Life”
Wednesdays – Sundays
Performances of “Drawn to Life” take place on most nights at 5:30 pm and 8:00 pm. Go for the later show if you prefer to potentially have less kids in attendance. Additionally, it will give you more time to enjoy Disney Springs before the show.
Weekends at the Winery
Saturdays and Sundays, 11am – 5pm
Lakeridge Winery
Head to this Central Florida winery's expansive vineyard green each weekend for delicious food, live entertainment, complimentary wine tastings/tours, and Lakeridge wines by the glass at the outdoor bar. Plus, delicious food at the Food Pavilion, as well as live music all weekend long
FREE admission
Check out multiple Farmers' Markets around Orlando every weekend.
Saturday Exhibition Highlights Docent-Led Tour
Every Saturday, 1pm – 2pm
Rollins Museum of Art
Docent-led tours of highlighted works from the season’s exhibitions at the Rollins Museum of Art.
FREE
Painting With Primates
Chase Sanctuary and Wildlife Conservatory (Webster, FL)
Most Sundays, 10am
A memorable morning surrounded by some incredible endangered species. Lemurs and a local artist will help you paint a chosen picture on a canvass while sitting amongst the grandfather oaks that reside in a 5 acre open habitat. All materials will be included. This consists of paint, the canvass, easel, and brushes. Each participant will leave with their own work of art.
All participants must be 13 and over when painting with adult only.
Class lasts 2-3 hours in total
$89
Wine Drunk Comedy
Every Sunday
The Imperial at Washburn Imports
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of laughter at Wine Drunk Comedy! Join them at this unique venue, a charming wine bar nestled alongside an antique shop, for a night filled with hilarious stand-up comedy. Featuring an all-star lineup of Florida's finest comedians and surprise drop-ins from talented performers nationwide. Sip on specially crafted drink specials while being entertained by top-notch comedy performances that will leave you in stitches.
$10
2024 / 2025 Highlights
Lots of fun events are on the horizon, including Halloween events and date ideas, and the holidays in Orlando will be as festive as always.
Also check out some of these highlights from Bach Festival Society of Winter Park‘s 90th season!
Voctave: The Corner of Broadway and Main Street
Friday, September 13, 2024, 7:30pm
Steinmetz Hall
This performance by Orlando's renowned vocal ensemble features a captivating mix of beloved classics and new favorites, promising an extraordinary evening of musical excellence with special guest appearances.
JIJI Guitar – Chamber Concertos
Thursday, October 17, 2024, 7:30pm
Tiedtke Concert Hall
The intimate atmosphere created by the gentle accompaniment of a string quartet makes this a perfect date night, as you follow the evolution of sound from classical to contemporary.
Rossini – Petite messe solennelle with Bach Vocal Artists
Thursday, October 24, 2024, 7:30pm
Tiedtke Concert Hall
This performance offers a delightful fusion of sacred music and operatic charm, featuring Rossini's lyrical melodies, rich harmonies, and dynamic contrasts. It's a spirited celebration of melody and mirth.
Mozart – Requiem | Sibelius – Finlandia | Ricketts – Songs of War and Peace
Sunday, November 3, 2024, 3:00pm
Steinmetz Hall
Mozart's Requiem is widely regarded as one of the finest choral masterpieces ever composed, paired with Sibelius’ Finlandia and Ricketts’ Songs of War and Peace, promising a profound and emotionally impactful evening.
Edgar Meyer with Tessa Lark and Joshua Roman: String Trio
Sunday, November 10, 2024, 3:00pm
Tiedtke Concert Hall
This performance features the extraordinary talents of Edgar Meyer, Tessa Lark, and Joshua Roman, offering a mesmerizing musical journey with a versatility that spans genres from jazz to classical.
JIJI Guitar – Recital
Sunday, October 20, 2024, 3:00pm
Tiedtke Concert Hall
Renowned for her virtuosity and expressive artistry, JIJI brings a fresh perspective to the classical guitar repertoire, making it a spellbinding and intimate date night experience.
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