Revel in the thrilling anticipation of the Kentucky Derby in Orlando! Don your hats, fascinators, and fedoras for the ultimate celebration of The Run for the Rosés. Annnd they’re OFF! The Kentucky Derby has been held every year since 1875, and is usually staged on the first Saturday in May. This year's Derby Day falls on Saturday, May 2, 2026, and here in Orlando there is lots of events to enjoy the “most exciting two minutes in sports.” Put on your finest Derby attire and en

Free Comic Book Day is an annual promotional effort by the North American comic book industry to attract new readers to independent comic book stores, check out the Orlando area comic book stores taking part! Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) is the biggest event in the comic book industry—a single day when where fans can walk into almost any comic book store in the United States and Canada and walk out with free comics from Marvel, DC, and more. Founded on the belief that for every

Located across from Universal Orlando, Courtyard Across Universal Orlando makes family getaways easy and stress free. Performance Hospitality , a Florida-based lifestyle hospitality management company, has announced the completion of a multi-million-dollar conversion and rebranding of the Holiday Inn & Suites Across from Universal Orlando to the Courtyard by Marriott Across Universal Orlando (5916 Caravan Ct.). Centrally located in Orlando and in close proximity to the Unive

Welcome to a new week in Orlando, and with so much to do, we've selected the top ten events and things to do in the city this week. It's the start of a new week, so get ready for an exciting lineup of events and activities throughout Orlando. This week features fantastic concerts, sporting events, community gatherings, farmers markets, car shows, theme park happenings, and much more! With so many options available, Gotta Go Orlando is here to help you choose. We've compiled o

Rocco's Taco's is celebrating its 18th Annual Rocco's de Mayo festivities, including an Orlando Block Party with a special appearance from Fat Joe and owner Rocco Mangel. Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar , the modern Mexican dining destination known for its lively atmosphere and celebrations, has announced the return of its annual Rocco's de Mayo festivities for the 18th year in a row. This year's celebrations will take place across all Rocco's Tacos locations throughout Florida,

Teddy Swims is hitting the road on a 32-date North American headline arena run that runs September through November. Grammy-nominated and Diamond-certified superstar Teddy Swims has announced his 2026 THE UGLY TOUR. The North America Arena Tour will make a stop at Orlando's Kia Center on October 22, and Tampa’s Benchmark International Arena on Sunday, October 25. Fans can register for presale access now at www.teddyswims.com/#tour . Chime Visa presale begins Tuesday, Apri

Slow-smoked classics meet a cicerone-curated beer list at the veteran-owned, rock-and-roll-themed restaurant redefining local barbecue. After 15 years of building a nationally recognized barbecue reputation in the Midwest, culinary duo Greg and Kristina Gaardbo have opened Holy City Zoo BBQ at 190 S. Ronald Reagan Blvd. The opening unveils a 5,000 sq. ft. woman- andveteran-owned restaurant where traditional American barbecue, internationally inspired menu creations and rock-a

Waterford Lakes Loud & Proud Mexican Restaurant starts the Cinco de Mayo Party on May 5 with Live Mariachi Performances and Face Painting. This Cinco de Mayo, Fat Rosie’s Taco & Tequila Bar in Waterford Lakes is bringing a month-long, ass-kickin’ fiesta to town with a lineup of limited-time margarita and beer specials, along with face painting, live in-restaurant mariachi celebrations, and a festive Cinco de Drinko shot on May 5. On Cinco de Mayo, the Orlando restaurant will

Cool off with a cold one, guests 21+ can enjoy one free 7 oz. draft daily, while Pass Members get two! SeaWorld Orlando is bringing back a fan-favorite offer just in time for warmer days ahead. Right now guests age 21 and older can enjoy one complimentary 7- ounce ice-cold draft beer per visit at the Waterway Grill Patio. Pass Members can raise their glasses twice, with two free 7-ounce beers per day. Available daily from 12 p.m. to one hour before park close, this limited-ti

Big news, Melbourne! Wahlburgers is now open at Home Depot, making it easy to grab a burger while you’re on the go. Wahlburgers, the burger concept founded by brothers Mark Wahlberg, Donnie Wahlberg and Chef Paul Wahlberg, is continuing its Florida expansion with the opening of a new Wahlburgers outlet outside The Home Depot in Melbourne on Thursday, April 16. Located outside The Home Depot at 5100 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL 32940, the outlet is part of Wahlburgers’ growing

The avant-garde pop star is hitting the road with an ambitious global headline arena run. Multi-platinum artist Melanie Martinez has announced the Hades: The Sacrifice Tour, an ambitious North American and European run in support of her fourth studio album Hades, which was released in March. Produced by Live Nation, the global run kicks off in North America and Mexico this summer before heading overseas for a series of arena dates across the United Kingdom and Europe. The t

A summer of action and excitement awaits at Gaylord Palms Resort with ‘Super Hero Summer featuring DC’ May 22-Sept. 7. Capes, secret identities and super hero legends are landing at Gaylord Palms Resort as the resort and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences (WBDGE) team up to bring Super Hero Summer featuring DC to guests May 22-Sept. 7. The second-annual event invites families to visit the worlds of iconic DC Super Heroes, with experiences designed for all ages. Creat

SeaWorld Orlando to debut the revamped Expedition Odyssey: Fire & Ice, a story-driven, immersive experience soon. SeaWorld Orlando announced details regarding its brand-new journey to the Arctic attraction, debuting later this spring. The all-new Expedition Odyssey: Fire & Ice will take guests on the ultimate mission -- exploring the powerful forces that shape one of the most extreme environments on earth, as they ascend above volcanoes, glide over glaciers and plunge into th

Following the breakthrough Sophomore album, Omar Courtz is bringing the island energy to Kia Center. With a fearless approach to genre, a knack for storytelling, and an ear on the cultural moment, Omar Courtz has quickly become one of Latin music’s most compelling new voices. The Puerto Rican star will embark on his Por Si Mañana No Estoy – USA Tour to celebrate his breakthrough sophomore album, POR SI MAÑANA NO ESTOY. Produced by OD Entertainment alongside Live Nation, the N

The longest-running theatre festival of its kind in the U.S. returns to Orlando with over 1,000 ticketed shows, a free outdoor music festival, visual fringe, kids fringe and more. It's back! The 35th annual Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival returning to Loch Haven Park in Orlando from May 12 - 25, 2026. The 14-day immersive cultural experience features over 1,000 ticketed performances spanning a wide array of genres, such as theatre, dance, storytelling, musica