Buddy, a popular gator at the Orlando attraction had been under close veterinary care, and was comfortable, peacef ul, and surrounded by love right up until his very last moments. The popular Orlando attraction, Gatorland has announced the passing of one of its much loved residents. Buddy, the biggest ever alligator in Gatorland's history, who measured in at 13’ 8” and almost 1,000 pounds has died. The park has explained that the popular gator began to slow down and show his

Join the Council of 101 in celebrating Spring and the arts as they raise funds for the Orlando Museum of Art. Continuing in the Council of 101's 40-year tradition of presenting a springtime fundraiser, Art in Bloom returns to Orlando Museum of Art from Friday, April 10 - Sunday, April 12, 2026, offering visitors a museum-wide kaleidoscope of breathtaking floral arrangements inspired by works from the Orlando Museum of Art’s permanent collection and current exhibitions. Delig

Storytime at the Zoo is a FREE monthly program on the second Wednesday of each month, in partnership with Orange County Library System storytellers. Enjoy animal stories at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens along with a special visit from one of the ambassador animals. This fun and free program for young children is presented by the Orange County Library System storytellers, and is designed for pre-school age children. Storytime at the Zoo is hosted monthly at Cen

Play, Color, and Craft with your little ones during Toddler Tuesdays. Enjoy different toddler friendly products and special activities. Join Crayola Experience Orlando on Tuesday, April 6 for Toddler Tuesday from 10 am - 12 pm for hands-on activities and creative play designed just for little ones! Enjoy an interactive sing-along featuring the Colors of Kindness: Crayellow (Hello Sunshine) at 10:30 am! Plus, the popular Florida Mall attraction will have plenty of toddler frie

Join in the fun for free at Leu Gardens on the first Monday of each month, with families with little ones invited to have fun at Story Time presented by Orange County Library Systems. Enjoy the beauty of Leu Gardens for free all day on Monday, April6, 2026, all thanks to the gardens 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. This free indoor event is perfect for families with i

Island H2O Water Park continues to wow, excite and cool its guests, aannouncing the return of Island Nights Live! Edition. Island H2O Weater Park has announced the launch of its “Island Nights Live! Edition” series, kicking off on Saturday, May 16 with a performance by internationally recognized rap artist, Rick Ross. For several seasons, Island Nights 21+ Events have been one of Central Florida’s most popular after‑dark experiences, consistently drawing adults from across t

With only 3% of U.S. museums holding AAM accreditation, this recognition demonstrates OMA’s leadership in community impact, operational standards and diverse programming. The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) is proud to announce that it has received reaccreditation from the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), a prestigious distinction held by fewer than 3% of the nation’s 33,000+ museums. This reaccreditation marks a significant achievement for OMA, underscoring its commitment

Celebrate Easter at Central Florida Zoo with a treat trail, zoo-wide scavenger hunt, sing-alongs with Mr. Richard, photo ops with the Easter bunny, and more. Spring has sprung and the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens in Sanford is ready to make your Easter Weekend egg-stra special! Hop on over for the Zoo’s annual springtime celebration, Hippity Hop Adventure on Saturday, April 4, 2026. Starting at 9 am, the zoo willl be celebrating the season with a treat trail, pl

Step into a global celebration of space, unity and human possibility as Kennedy Under the Stars joins with Yuri's Night to host their official East Coast flagship event. Step into a global celebration of space, unity, and human possibility as Yuri’s Night joins Kennedy Under the Stars to host the official East Coast flagship event. This year, the worldwide organization honors the first human in space and the launch of the first Space Shuttle, both with anniversaries on April

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

Discover hidden eggs, treats, and delicious springtime food & drink specials at Kissimmee water park. Island H2O Water Park , one of Central Florida’s favorite family water parks is celebrating Easter with water-filled fun for families and anyone who loves to splash, slide and sun! Nationally recognized as one of the top outdoor water parks in the country, Island H2O Water Park is turning up the heat with egg-citing events and splashtastic fun this spring. The water park i

Orlando, Your Time Machine Is Ready - AGE OF DINOSAURS Roars into Sandbox VR on April 3. Sandbox VR, the world's premier destination for premium location-based virtual reality experiences, has announced Age of Dinosaurs, the new fully immersive VR experience designed with young adventurers in mind, will roar into all Sandbox VR locations worldwide on April 3, including Orlando, located at The Pointe on International Drive. Tickets are available now for pre-booking at...

“Illusions for Everyone” event creates a calmer, more accessible museum experience for neurodivergent guests and families. In recognition of Autism Awareness Month, Museum of Illusions Orlando will host a Sensory Friendly Day on Saturday, April 18 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., creating a calmer museum environment designed for guests with sensory sensitivities Part of the museum’s “Illusions for Everyone” initiative, the dedicated event allows individuals with autism, sensory pro

Don't miss the wildest night in Tampa Bay - An ALL-INCLUSIVE night filled with up-close animal encounters, live music, games, and more! ZooBrews is returning to ZooTampa on Saturday, March 28, from 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm for an ALL-INCLUSIVE night filled with up-close animal encounters, live music, games, and more! This 21+ event will have options for everyone, from spirited beverages, treats, and savory bites, to zero-proof drinks for your designated drivers. Find your favorites

The new exhibition will explore collective memory, space and time through NASA artifacts and assemblages, debuting as Florida enters a new era of lunar exploration ahead of NASA’s Artemis II mission. Photo: OMA A brand new exhibiton is now open at Orlando Museum of Art (OMA), with Dennis Scholl: A Day of Four Sunsets , on view until June 14. This captivating exhibition invites visitors to immerse themselves in a new body of work by Miami-based artist Dennis Scholl, exploring