Local Events in Central Florida
Local Events in Central Florida
From theme-park festivals and food events to art shows, races, and community traditions, here’s what’s happening across Orlando, Windermere, Winter Park, and the rest of Central Florida — curated by Tiffany Pantozzi.
The LEGO® Festival returns to LEGOLAND® Florida Resort in Winter Haven for a two-week celebration of building, imagination, and family fun — all included with park admission. What…
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Summer of Sharks returns to the SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium on International Drive with an immersive, ocean-themed experience the whole family can dive into. What to expect: Interactive…
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Universal Volcano Bay Nights reopens Universal's tropical water theme park after dark for a limited series of special evenings — a rare chance to experience the park with…
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Fairy Night at Harry P. Leu Gardens transforms Orlando's historic botanical gardens into an enchanted world of fairies, magic, and imagination for a single whimsical evening. What to…
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The Coke Zero Sugar 400 Weekend brings big-league stock-car racing to the world-famous Daytona International Speedway , featuring the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series and the NASCAR Cup…
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Taste! Central Florida is the region's premier food-and-beverage event, gathering the area's top chefs, restaurants, and mixologists for an unforgettable evening at the Orlando World Center Marriott .…
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The 12th Annual Windermere Wine Dine is an evening of refined indulgence in the heart of Windermere , pairing culinary excellence with wine, live music, and dancing under…
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Ring in the Lunar New Year at the Celebrate Lunar Festival , a community-centered celebration in Orlando's Creative Village District honoring heritage, unity, and new beginnings. What to…
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Cirque du Soleil: Drawn to Life is an enchanting fusion of acrobatics and animation, bringing iconic Disney storytelling to the stage at Disney Springs . What to expect:…
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The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts transforms the park into an immersive canvas where culinary creativity meets global artistry. What to expect: Rotating visual-art installations, live Broadway-style…
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Spring blooms across Walt Disney World when EPCOT hosts its International Flower Garden Festival — a celebration of gardens, cuisine, and live entertainment. What to expect: Elaborate topiaries…
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The magic returns to the stage as Harry Potter and the Cursed Child arrives for a limited run at the Dr. Phillips Center in Downtown Orlando. What to…
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IMMERSE Fest 2026 transforms the streets of Downtown Orlando into an open-air arts experience for all ages. What to expect: Large-scale light and art installations, live performances across…
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A beloved Sunday tradition, the Lake Eola Farmers Market gathers local vendors, makers, and food lovers around the scenic shores of Lake Eola Park in Downtown Orlando. What…
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Let the People Sing honors the legacy of author and folklorist Zora Neale Hurston , bringing her work From Sun to Sun to life through storytelling, song, and…
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The Orlando Magic continue their NBA season with a full slate of March home matchups at the Kia Center in Downtown Orlando. What to expect: Big-league basketball, an…
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The Osceola County Fair brings classic fair fun to Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee, just south of Orlando. What to expect: Thrill rides and midway games, live entertainment…
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Panda Fest Orlando is a family-friendly cultural festival celebrating Asian cuisine, performance, and community at Festival Park in Orlando. What to expect: A vibrant lineup of Asian street…
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Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval brings the spirit of New Orleans to Universal Studios Florida for a months-long celebration. What to expect: Colorful nightly parades with…
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The Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival is one of the nation's most prestigious outdoor art festivals, drawing artists and visitors from across the country to charming Central Park…
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