Memorial Day Weekend is here and as we kick off summer there is tons of activities to enjoy in Orlando and throughout Central Florida. To ensure you don't miss the best things to do, we've brought together the ten best things to do in Orlando this Memorial Day Weekend. Looking for something fun to do in Orlando this Memorial Day Weekend? Great, because there is tons of exciting happening around the city, including live music, stand-up comedy shows, car shows, sporting events,

Don Omar is heading back on the roadwith The Last King World Tour, a 21-city run built around his long career in reggaeton and Latin urban music. Global music icon and reggaeton pioneer Don Omar has officially announced his highly anticipated world tour, THE LAST KING WORLD TOUR. The tour, led and produced by the artist himself, William Omar Landrón, kicks off in September in Reading, PA. The tour will travel across 21 major cities with a one-night stop in Orlando at Kia Cen

Waterford Lakes Town Center is continuing its expansion with several new national brands set to open this winter. Waterford Lakes Town Center, the popular open-air lifestyle center in East Orlando owned and operated by Kimco Realty continues its growth with several new national brands scheduled to open this winter, including: Uniqlo – Slated to open in a 9,900-square-foot space next to Victoria’s Secret, the global apparel retailer will introduce its signature LifeWear concep

Heroes & Villains will feature powerful music combined with spellbinding performances from the greatest performers from around the world. Cirque Musica - Heroes and Villains is a symphonic spectacle between good and evil. On Saturday, May 23, 2026, get ready for a one-of-a-kind performance at Steinmetz Hall in Orlando that promises to take you on a thrilling journey into the world of superheroes, villains, and extraordinary feats. Heroes and Villains is a unique production th

The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) is hosting its latest Access for All event, offering free admission on May 21, from 10 am to 8 pm in partnership with the Art Bridges Foundation. The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) is opening its doors wide for its latest Access for All event on Thursday, May 21, 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 generous support from the Art Bridges Foundation, Acces

German electric rock sensation Electric Callboy will take to the stage at Yuengling Center with special guests Polaris and Scene Queen! Electric Callboy are going global. The German phenomenon are in the midst of the Tanzneid World Tour. A headline run bringing the electro-metalheads explosive live spectacle to major arenas across Europe, the UK, North America, Japan, and Australia, delivering their moves to fans around the world. Electric Callboy are once again bringing musi

Join Orlando Sings on May 19 as they wrap up their fifth annual choral festival with a concert celebrating 250 years of the United States. Celebrate 250 Years of the United States is a landmark concert presented by Orlando Sings, bringing together more than 300 singers from across Central Florida for a powerful musical tribute to our nation’s founding ideals. Featuring the Symphonic Chorus, Harmonia, Apollo, Senior Singers and guest high school choirs, this multi-generational

The record-breaking singer-songwriter has sold over 75 million records worldwide, with over 6 billion streams, and is recognized as the most listened to Italian female artist abroad. Italian singer and songwriter Laura Pausini, a standout at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Italy, has embarked on a massive world tour, with the highly-anticipated Yo Canto World Tour 2026-2027 kicking off in Pamplona, Spain on March 27. From Spain the tour moved to Urugu

SeaWorld has a decades-long commitment to animal rescue and rehabilitation. SeaWorld through its SeaWorld Rescue team has surpassed the milestone of rescuing 43,000 injured, sick and orphaned animals, underscoring the continuing need to help animals in the wild. Early in May, SeaWorld Rescue in San Diego rescued six birds, along with a young, orphaned California sea lion pup that was found on the back stairs of a beach house in Carlsbad, Calif. Upon assessment and intake at t

Enjoy a free movie night at Luminary Green Park! Kaleidoscope 360° and Luminary Market brings a free, family friendly outdoor film experience and market to Creative Village. Free movie night in Orlando is back! The City of Orlando’s Downtown Development Board is once again hosting its Kaleidoscope 360° and Luminary Market Movie Nigh in Luminary Green Park on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. This twice-monthly free event showcases between 20 to 25 unique vendors, featuring local favor

Sonny’s BBQ is bringing slow-smoked flavor to the water’s edge with Feast & Float, a riverside experience at events across Florida, Georgia, and Kentucky this summer. There's nothing quite like summertime on the river – sunscreen in the air, tubes lined up along the banks, music echoing through the trees and delicious meals shared with friends. This summer, Winter Park based Sonny's BBQ is tapping into that unmistakable feeling with the launch of Feast & Float, a riverside ce

Father’s Day is on the way, and while any day is a good day to show your dad how much you appreciate everything he does for you, now is the perfect time to plan a memorable day for Dad here in Orlando. Ideas For Celebrating Father's Day In Orlando 2026 Father's Day falls on Sunday, June 21, 2026, a day to celebrate all the dads, grandfathers, father-like figures, and other special men in your life. There's plenty to do in Orlando, including car shows, dining at a restaurant,

The world's largest Marriott is marking four decades of hospitality with "Pick Your Perks" offer. Orlando World Center Marriott, the world's largest Marriott hotel under one roof, is marking its 40th anniversary with the launch of "Pick Your Perks," an offer available through December 23, 2026. Guests who book two nights or more receive one curated perk per night. Available options per night include cabanas for up to four guests, a weekend poolside daybed for two guests, one

This Independence Day, celebrate America's 250th Anniversary at 4th of July events throughout Orlando and Central Florida, including spectacular star spangled fireworks, patriotic parades, dazzling dance parties, and more! Independence Day 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the United States, and Orlando is ready to celebrate in style, and if you're planning on being in the city for the 4th of July, get ready to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independe

This Memorial Day Weekend offers a wide variety of events, activities, and things to do in Orlando and across Central Florida for everyone to enjoy. Make your plans now! Events & Things To Do In Orlando This Weekend Orlando offers more than just theme parks. Every weekend, the city bursts with events, activities, and things to do that appeal to all interests and ages, and Memorial Day Weekend is no exception! Wether you want to explore local culture, enjoy an outdoor adventur