Orlando Museum of Art transforms into a haunted Halloween experience on Friday, October 30, 2026. The Orlando Museum of Art is putting a spooky twist on a night at the museum this Halloween, transforming its galleries into an immersive Southern Gothic experience on Friday, October 30, 2026. From 8 pm to midnight, Shadows in the Galleries: A Night of Southern Gothic & Hauntings will bring eerie storytelling, mysterious characters and unexpected surprises to the museum for a

The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) is opening its doors for free admission on Thursday, Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. as part of its monthly Access for All program. The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) today announces its October Access for All event, opening its doors with free museum admission on Thursday, October 15, from 10 am to 8 pm. The monthly program, made possible through support from the Art Bridges Foundation, is part of OMA's ongoing effort to make art accessible to ev

The latest Art in the Chambers opening reception takes pace on Friday, October 16, 2026, at 5:30 pm. Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs, in collaboration with the Public Art Review Board, presents "Color, Form, and Space" the works of Dorothy Gillespie in the Chambers Gallery at the Orange County Administration Center. An opening reception will be held on Friday, October 16, 2026. The exhibit will be on display through January 28, 2027. Dorothy Gillespie was an American pa

The kiddos will love a spook-tacular afternoon of trick-or-treating, entertainment, games, and fun at the Orange County Regional History Center! Calling all ghosts, ghouls, and families... It’s spooky season, and time for Downtown Orlando's Trick or Treat Safe Zone at the Orange County Regional History Center. On Sunday, October 11, 2026, families can enjoy trick or treating throughout the History Center and the Orlando Public Library. along with a scavenger hunt, creepy craf

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. Sounds Good? The great news is t

Sophie Blackall is an award-winning illustrator of over 50 books for children, including the New York Times best-selling Ivy and Bean series. Orlando Museum of Art will be hosting a free Family Day on Saturday, October 3, from 11 am to 2 pm in honor of the Hello Sophie! The Artwork of Sophie Blackall exhibition. This event is a fun and educational experience for all ages, featuring hands-on activities, live music, storytelling, dance and more, all centered around Sophie’s awa

You’re invited to drop the needle, explore a evening where art and analog come together at OMA. Vinyl Night is coming to OMA! The first-ever Vinyl Night at the Orlando Museum of Art will take place tonight, October 1 from 5 pm - 8 pm. The night promises an evening of music, art, and nostalgia! Bring your love for vinyl and settle in for a night of spinning records, exploring the museum, and connecting with fellow music and art lovers. Explore OMA while soaking in the sounds a

Events happening at the History Center during the month of October includes their most anticipated event of the year: Trick or Treat Safe Zone! During October, the Orange County Regional History Center in downtown Orlando presents an exciting selection of programs, ranging from LGBTQ+ history to family-friendly Halloween-season events. The month opens with a Lunch & Learn tracing Orlando’s LGBTQ+ history through the unexpected lens of citrus and a History Alive day devoted to

Exhibition marking city’s 150th anniversary receives Silver Award for excellence. The Orange County Regional History Center’s exhibition Orlando Collected, created to mark the city’s 150th anniversary, has received a Silver Award in the Over $25,000 budget category of the Southeastern Museums Conference’s 2026 Exhibition Competition. The annual competition recognizes outstanding exhibitions at museums throughout the Southeast. Exhibitions are judged by museum professionals an

The $50,000 grant from the Harvey & Carol Massey Foundation will help bring more than 2,000 students from Title I schools to the museum. A $50,000 grant from the Harvey & Carol Massey Foundation will help bring more than 2,000 students from Title I schools across Central Florida to the Orange County Regional History Center for hands-on encounters with the region’s history. The grant will cover field trips and transportation to and from the History Center, removing a significa

Fantasy Weekend takes over OSC on September 19 & 20, plus, on Sunday get 50% off admission! Seriously, science has never been this spellbinding! Join Orlando Science Center for Fantasy Weekend on Saturday, September 19, and Sunday, September 20. And guess what?! Exclusively on Sunday September 20, get 50% OFF ADMISSION all day at Orlando Science Center! Fantasy Weekend will feature hands-on experiments, interactive shows and fantastical characters! Experiences will blend fan

The State Funding, secured by Senator Brodeur and Representative Booth will support critical facility upgrades to protect the museum and enhance the visitor experience. The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) today announced it has received $750,000 in state appropriation funds secured by Senator Jason Brodeur and Representative Erika Booth. The state funding will support critical infrastructure improvements, including upgrades to the museum’s air-handling system and repairs to area

Get ready to explore the psychology and science behind extreme sports in an exhilarating new exhibition at OSC. Are you ready to jump, fly, dive and climb at Orlando Science Center? An exhilarating new exhibit invites adults and children alike to explore some of the most extreme sports in the world. Opening September 26, 2026 and running through January 3, 2027, discover what it takes to maximize your potential while exploring the psychology and science behind adventure sport

Starting September 12, Cosmic Concerts are back for limited-time special events throughout the Fall. Following a successful return this summer, the popular laser light show, Cosmic Concerts are returning to Orlando Science Center this fall. This limited time special event will premiere three laser light shows on the second Saturday of every month, beginning September 12 and running until December 12. Tickets to each laser light show are sold separately and are available for p

Bank of America’s Museums On Us Weekend offers BofA 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