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Gotta Go Orlando is your go-to guide for discovering the latest news, events, activities, and things to do in Orlando and throughout Central Florida.​ We feature the latest updates from the theme parks, and attractions, together with the latest must-do festivals, local events, and community fun. We also keep you updated with the latest entertainment news, including big-name tours, stand-up comedy, theater shows, and more. We also include the latest food and drink news, together with the best nightlife in the city.


Orlando Museum of Art opens free to everyone on Thursday, July 16 for its monthly Access for All day
An ongoing partnership with the Art Bridges Foundation enables free access to the museum each month. The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) announces its July Access for All event, opening its doors with free museum admission from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Presented with support from the Art Bridges Foundation, the program is the cornerstone of OMA's effort to remove cost as a barrier to experiencing art. The event offers visitors a chance to explore the galleries, connect with original wor

Alastair Mac
5 days ago


Orange County Regional History Center receives grant to preserve Wells’Built Museum collection
Haddock Family Foundation funding will help safeguard irreplaceable African American history. The Historical Society of Central Florida, the nonprofit organization that supports the Orange County Regional History Center, has received a $55,000 grant from The Edward E. Haddock, Jr. Family Foundation to support a partnership with Orlando’s Wells’Built Museum of African American History and Culture focused on preserving and documenting the Wells’Built’s historical collections. T

Alastair Mac
6 days ago


Commemorate STS-135 - Atlantis' Final Flight at Kennedy Space Center Vistors Center
In 1985, Atlantis launched for the first time, becoming a vital part of NASA’s shuttle fleet. Atlantis carried astronauts, satellites and science into space on 33 missions and made history on STS-135, the final flight of the Space Shuttle Program. Commemorate the 15th anniversary of STS‑135, the final mission of space shuttle Atlantis, and the conclusion of the Space Shuttle Program. This July, the final crew to fly Atlantis returns to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex for

Alastair Mac
Jul 8


Orlando Science Center is open until 10 pm on weekends through August 1 for Stellar Nights
Get hands-on with telescopes in the Observatory, immerse yourself in the power of the Dome by Dr. Phillips Charities, sip on beer & wine from the Coffee Spot, and so much more. It’s everything you love about the Science Center for a little longer! It’s a cosmic summer at Orlando Science Center with the start of Stellar Nights! From July 10 – August 1, 2026, guests are invited to experience the Science Center on Friday and Saturday nights until 10:00pm. With extended hours, OS

Alastair Mac
Jul 6


Brace yourself for FIN-tastic crafts during Shark Week at Crayola Experience Orlando
Learn more about sharks and other marine life this week when Crayola Experience Orlando is taken over by Shark Week for a FIN-tastic, aquatic-themed adventure! Duuuunnnnn duuunn.... Brace yourself for FIN-tastic crafts during Shark Week at Crayola Experience. Are you ready to make a SPLASH? Shark Week takes over the popular kids attraction at The Florida Mall from Monday, July 6 - Sunday, July 12 2026. Check out the activities for the kids during this fun week-ong event: Gear

Alastair Mac
Jul 6


Enjoy Free Admission, plus Story Time for the little ones at Orlando's Leu Gardens
At Leu Gardens on the first Monday of each month, everyone gets free admission, with families with little ones invited to have fun at Story Time. Enjoy the beauty of Leu Gardens for free all day today, Monday, July 6, 2026 thanks to the popular Orlando attractions community partner Orlando Health. Plus, bring your little ones and dive into a world of books at Leu Gardens in the heart of downtown Orlando, its a fun activity for the younger children. And right now you can explo

Alastair Mac
Jul 6


Celebrate America’s 250th at Fun Spot America with a day of rides and a spectacular fireworks show
Gather your family and friends for a star-spangled celebration, and celebrate America's 250th Birthday with fun and fireworks at Fun Spot America! This 4th of July, trade the backyard chair for a coaster seat! The Independence Day celebrations at Orlando’s favorite hometown theme park, Fun Spot America, are going to be huge! America is celebrating 250 years of independence, marking a milestone that only comes once in a lifetime. For two and a half centuries, generations of fa

Alastair Mac
Jul 1


Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with Free Entry to several Central Florida Museums
Bank of America’s Museums On Us Weekend is back offering Bank of America cardholders free admission on July 4 - 5 to museums across the county, including many throughout Central Florida. During the first full weekend of every month, Bank of America and Merrill Bank offer cardholders free general admission on both Saturday and Sunday to more than 225 cultural institutions in dozens of cities across the US including here in Orlando, and throughout Florida. Sounds Good? The grea

Alastair Mac
Jul 1


Sunset at the Zoo returns to Central Florida Zoo on June 26 celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride
Presented by Orlando Health, enjoy extra time at the Zoo, while celebrating Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage. Sunset at the Zoo, presented by Orlando Health, returns this Friday, June 26 at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, located at 3755 W. Seminole Blvd. Sanford. Celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride, Sunset at the Zoo, enjoy a colorful evening at the Zoo celebrating acceptance, love, biodiversity, and community at one of the most fun nights of the summer. Suns

Alastair Mac
Jun 25


Join Fossil Fest at Bok Tower Gardens for a prehistoric day of discovery and family fun!
Travel back in time this weekend at Folsil Fest - Become a paleontologist for the day! Join the fun at Fossil Fest at Bok Tower Gardens this weekend, and enjoy a prehistoric day of discovery and family fun! On Saturday, June 27, the ancient adventures include searching for hidden treasures, cracking open a sparkling geode, discovering fascinating reptiles, and embarking on a journey through Florida’s prehistoric past through engaging talks and hands-on activities. The day inc

Alastair Mac
Jun 25


Step into the spotlight during the KPop Demon Hunters Pop Up at Crayola Experience Orlando
Calling all HUNTR/X fans... Your spotlight moment starts here! Create your own colorful mic and VIP badge, then strike a pose in themed photo ops and show off your star power. Kis can step into the spotlight during the KPop Demon Hunters Pop Up, happening now at the Crayola Experience Orlando. The little-ones can unleash their inner pop star with hands-on crafts inspired by music and creativity. They can create their own colorful mic and get ready to sing like a KPop star, c

Alastair Mac
Jun 23


Crayola Experience Orlando opens brand-new Model Magic Movie Studios attraction
Crayola Experience's Model Magic Movie Studios attraction allows children to create their own custom creature, which can then star in a mini adventure with the Crayola Crew. The Crayola Experience Orlando located at The Florida Mall has debuted its latest attraction for the kids! Just in time for the summer holidays, Model Magic Movie Studios combines hands-on creative play and the digital universe, offering a personalized, interactive experience. Watch your childrens imagina

Alastair Mac
Jun 19


Smithsonian Starstruck lands at The Florida Mall in Orlando with an immersive Journey to the Cosmos
Explore stars, black holes and galaxies in a fully immersive journey beyond Earth that brings the universe within reach like never before. The universe is within reach. Orlando will become a gateway to the cosmos with the arrival of Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience, opening on June 25, 2026, at The Fever Hub located at The Florida Mall. This free-roam, interactive journey invites visitors to witness the birth and death of stars, explore distant galaxies, and co

Alastair Mac
Jun 19


Wekiva Island to celebrate America with Red, White & Blue Semiquincentennial Ball on July 2
Looking for a unique Fourth of July celebration in Orlando? Join Wekiva Island for an unforgettable evening on the river. Dust off your stars and stripes and get ready to celebrate 250 years of the USA. Ahead of this Fourth of July, Wekiva Island is rolling out the red, white and blue carpet for its Semiquincentennial Ball. The Seminole County business will celebrate from 6 to 10 pm on Thursday, July 2, inviting guests to dress in their patriotic best and spend the evening e

Alastair Mac
Jun 19


ICON Park and Rosen Aquatic & Fitness Center invite the community to Free Pilates on the Lawn
Complimentary outdoor fitness event offers a morning of movement, wellness and community at ICON Park. ICON Park and Rosen Aquatic & Fitness Center are teaming up to bring wellness to the heart of Orlando with a free Pilates on The Lawn event on Sunday, June 21. The complimentary outdoor class will take place from 8 - 9.30 am on The Lawn at ICON Park and will be led by certified Pilates instructor Marissa from Rosen Aquatic & Fitness Center. The event is free to attend, thoug

Alastair Mac
Jun 19
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