Vistors of all ages to OSC will experience what it takes to live, work, and explore beyond Earth in new astronaut exhibit. Get ready to launch into an interstellar adventure as Mission Astonaut, the latest exhibit at Orlando Science Center opens to guests. In Mission: Astronaut, presented by Florida Tech, visitors of all ages will experience what it takes to live, work, and explore beyond Earth. Through hands-on challenges and real NASA footage, you’ll train like an astronaut

Come out to the Gardens with your furry friend to participate in fun contests, shop the Doggie Boutique, and receive a special goody bag. Leu Gardens is going to the dogs with Dog Day back at the popular attraction on Saturday, January 24, 2026. Bring the entire family including your lovable canine to join in the fun on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 9 am - 5 p m, and enjoy a playful adventure through the 50-acre gardens at Leu Gardens Dog Day. Each pup will receive a s

Unveil is a complimentary wedding showcase hosted by Orlando Science Center. Tour the venues and meet vendors during an evening of fun! Located just outside downtown Orlando in beautiful and historic Loch Haven Park, Orlando Science Center’s unique architecture and creative energy makes it the quintessential setting for a wedding, and on January 21, 2026, from 6 - 8 pm, newly-engaged couples are invited to "Unveil," a unique wedding showcase highlighting the unique and excit

NASA, in partnership with The Astronauts Memorial Foundation, will host a Day of Remembrance ceremony at the Space Mirror Memorial at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex NASA, in partnership with the Astronauts Memorial Foundation and Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, will host NASA’s Day of Remembrance on Thursday, January 22. The ceremony will begin beneath Space Shuttle Atlantis and will honor all astronauts who have sacrificed their lives while furthering the cause o

Kids ages 6-12 are invited to show off their creativity as LEGOLAND Florida Resort’s Junior Galaxy Explorers Contest makes its FINAL Florida stop at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. This Saturday, Jan. 17 from 10 am – 2 pm, kids ages 6-12 are invited to show off their creativity as LEGOLAND Florida Resort’s Junior Galaxy Explorers Contest makes its FINAL Florida stop at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Kids ages 6-12 will design and present their ow

U. S. Astronaut Hall of Fame to welcome veteran NASA Astronauts Joe Tanner and Tom Akers in May. The Astronaut Scholarship Foundation has announced that veteran NASA astronauts Tom Akers and Joe Tanner will be inducted into the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame, located at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex . Akers and Tanner will join the distinguished group of American space pioneers whose careers helped shape the Space Shuttle Program, International Space Station assembly, a

Chhers to Wekiva Island, hosting its 8th annual Otter Fest offering unlimited tastings! Get ready to sip, sample and savor—riverside! Wekiva Island’s beloved craft beer and wine festival, Otter Fest, is back. Lovers of all things craft can enjoy unlimited beer, wine and seltzer tastings from 2 to 5 p.m. Jan. 31 at Wekiva Island. VIP ticketholders will enjoy an extra hour of exclusive tasting starting at 1 p.m. The event, which is named after the Seminole County mainstay’s bar

From exploring exhibitions to participating in gallery programs and creative activities, Access for All invites the Orlando community to connect through art in an open, welcoming environment. The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) has announced its upcoming Access for All event on Thursday, January 15, offering free admission from 10 am to 8 pm. This event is a key part of OMA’s dedication to making art accessible to all. Thanks to the generous support of the Art Bridges Foundation

Big Adventures await with Junior Space Explorer Pass offering complimentary Admission to Florida kids under Five through December 2026. Kids five and under can enjoy complimentary admission to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in 2026 with the Junior Space Explorer Pass . Available only to Florida residents, the pass is valid through December 31, 2026. Parents/guardians are required to pre-register kids, who must be five years of age or younger at the time of redemption

Osceola Chamber hosting Three Kings Day 2026 at Old Town Kissimmee on Sunday January 11 The Osceola Chamber will once again host their annual Three King’s Day at Old Town in Kissimmee, with this year's event taking place on Sunday, January 11, 2026, from 10 am - 2 pm. The Feast of the Three Kings is a cherished tradition and a beautiful part of Latin folklore, celebrating the Epiphany and the spirit of giving. This special day holds deep meaning—especially for children—as it

Blue Man Group will soon be making themselves at home at ICON Park on I-Drive, with a custom 500-seat theater on the way! It's finally happening Orlando!! After multiple delays, the world-famous Blue Man Group will debut their brand new show in their new custom-built Orlando theater at ICON Park on May 1, 2026. Originally set to debut in April, 2025, delays to the new Blue Man Group theater which is being built beneath the towering 400-ft. Orlando Eye led to the almost year-

Bank of America offers cardholders free general admission during the first full weekend of every month 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. The latest free entry days take

Whether you live in Orlando or you're planning a visit in 2026, there's an amazing choice of new experiences to discover this year. Whether you've an Orlando local, or you're planing a visit in the year ahead, 2026 is shaping up to be an amazing time to experience all the new attractions and experiences that the city has to offer. Of course, Orlando is the theme park capital of the world, and in 2026 you can experience several new rides and attractions at the area's theme par

Looking for plans this New Year's Eve? Join Fun Spot America at their Orlando park for fireworks at Midnight, and a spectacular drone show at the Kissimmee park in conjunction with Old Town. Ring in 20265 with a choice of two spectacular celebrations at Fun Spot America in Orlando, and Kissimmee. On December 31, say goodbye to 2025 and r ing in the new year with a classic countdown moment at Fun Spot America Orlando! On New Year’s Eve, the park comes alive with high-energy fu

The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will host limited time slots to enjoy Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild! Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild, presented by Publix! Join Central Florida Zoo for spectacular ALL NEW lantern displays in this year's Asian Lantern Festival, plus enjoy music, plus early bedtime-friendly countdowns for all the family at 6 pm, 7 pm, and 8 pm., and plenty of fun for the whole family! Three time slots availab