Central Florida will mark the 25th anniversary of September 11 with local remembrance ceremonies and special events. A quarter of a century after the September 11, 2001 attacks, the day that changed our nation forever, millions of people throughout the nation will commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11. Here in Orlando and throughout Central Florida, remembrance events will commemorate those that were lost, as together the community honors the bravery, compassion, and unity

Millions of volunteers across the world will be participating in waterway cleanups to help protect our oceans! Find a cleanup and sign up to volunteer with Keep Orlando Beautiful. Keep Orlando Beautiful Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit affiliate of Keep America Beautiful. We mobilize thousands of residents in the Orlando area to clean and beautify our streets, neighborhoods, waterways and green spaces. From recycling thousands of pounds of electronic waste, to kayaking our lakes

Event will feature a chicken wing eating contest, cornhole competition, live entertainment, food and drinks, with proceeds supporting the Enterprise Preservation Society. Get ready to wing it! The Enterprise Preservation Society is turning up the heat with a finger-licking good event. Wing Ding is bringing together chicken wing lovers, foodies and anyone looking for a fun afternoon in downtown Enterprise. The event will feature a wing tasting, where local cooks will serve up

The Back to School Event brought Central Florida families together for a day that offered school supplies, and more. Cornerstone Connections celebrated its fifth annual Back-to-School Event on Aug. 8, bringing together more than 175 students, families, volunteers and community members to help Central Florida students start the new school year prepared and confident. Through the support of local businesses, organizations and community members, nearly 300 backpacks were collect

On August 11, snap and post a Selfie on social media to show your pride in Winter Garden. Snap a selfie at City Hall in Winter Garden located at 300 W Plant St. to show your Winter Garden pride on #CityHallSelfie Day on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. The annual online picture-sharing holiday is a fun way to express pride for your hometown and appreciation to local government service. Post your photo on social media with #CityHallSelfie and #wintergardenfl and then pop inside City

Only a few tickets remain for Pet Alliance’s largest fundraiser of the year, supporting thousands of homeless dogs and cats. Central Florida’s “go-to” pet experts, is excited to announce the 34th Annual Furball Gala, presented by The Hensley Project, at the Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort on Saturday, October 24, 2026. This year’s “Golden Age of Vinyl” theme will transport guests back to the timeless era of classic records for an unforgettable evening

Angela Scott is a contemporary artist whose work celebrates the quiet beauty, resilience, and wonder found in the natural world. Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs is hosting its next exhibition in the Orange County Administration Center. Feather & Flame: Portraits of Wonder by Angela Scott will be on display soon in the Atrium Gallery, Orange County Administration Center, 201 S. Rosalind Ave., Orlando, with an opening reception being held on Friday, August 14, 2026. The

Held in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the exhibit highlights the richness, diversity, and cultural contributions of Hispanic communities through visual art. The City of Orlando is seeking local artists to showcase their work in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month in the Terrace Gallery at Orlando City Hall. Art has long served as a vital expression of Hispanic culture, and the City is proud to continue this tradition by presenting an annual exhibition that honors

Meet city officials, police and firefighters, enjoy a bounce house and a community street festival with free food and drinks, giveaways and live entertainment. Join District 2 Commissioner Tony Ortiz and the Orlando Police Department at the National Night Out Kickoff in D2: Rock the House. Taking place at Sedano's, located at 5660 Curry Ford Road, Orlando on Thursday, July 23, 2026, from 6.30 - 8.30 pm, teh entire ommunity is invited to meet city officials, police and firefig

Enter now for the chance to make your furry friend famous as the model for the 2026 My Best Friend Wine. Pet Alliance, Central Florida’s “go-to” pet experts, is excited to announce the official kickoff of the popular, annual pet photo contest: The 13th Annual “My Best Friend Wine Label Contest”. In partnership with Quantum Leap Winery, the photo contest gives proud pet parents the chance to make their furry family member famous as the model on a wine label. Entries are being

Enjoy a day filled with live entertainment, drag performances, family-friendly activities, community resources, vendors, food, music, and so much more. Get ready for Osceola Pride, happening this weekend at Osceola Heritage Park, and it's bigger and better than ever! Kissimmee PrideFest and Proud in the Cloud have officially joined forces to create Osceola Pride — a unified vision for the future of LGBTQ+ celebration, visibility, and advocacy throughout Osceola County. For ye

Submit original artwork celebrating Hispanic heritage, culture, and community by July 31, 2026. The Hispanic Heritage Network of Orange County (HHNOC), a nonprofit, volunteer-driven organization founded in 1999 by Orange County Government employees, is seeking submissions from Central Florida artists for its annual Hispanic Heritage Month Art Exhibit. Held in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the exhibit highlights the richness, diversity, and cultural contributions of

Enjoy family-friendly activities, entertainment, live music, community resource booths, food, and more. Join the City of Winter Garden for a Community Celebration in honor of Juneteenth on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 10 am - 1 pm. Hosted by the City of Winter Garden, the celebration includes family-friendly activities, entertainment, community resource booths, a variety of food and merchandise for sale, and more! The Juneteenth Community Celebration takes place at Charlie Ma

Enjoy an unforgettable afternoon of live entertainment, local vendors, food trucks, and a vibrant showcase of the performing arts. Join the City of Clermont this weekend, as the community come together to honor freedom, culture, and community at the 5th Annual Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 20! This years celebration will take place at the beautiful Waterfront Park from 4 - 8 pm. Expect an evening filled with vibrant cultural performances, delicious food, local ven

The event commemorates the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in the United States and honors the history and lasting contributions of the African American community. The Kissimmee Juneteenth Festival is a community celebration of African American culture, including live music, delicious food, craft vendors, and exciting giveaways. Juneteenth is the commemoration of the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in 1865. Join the city of Kissimmee this