50+ Free & Cheap Things to Do in Orlando this Month - October 2026
Welcome to a new month in Orlando, featuring a whole month of events and things to do for fall and spooky season that won't break the bank!
Free & Cheap Events In Orlando This Month
October 2026
Welcome to a new month in Orlando with October jam-packed with a scarily exciting choice of special events to celebrate Halloween, plus it's fall season with lots of pumpkin patches and fall festivals with fun for all the family.
In addition to spooky season fun, we've go you covered with the best free and cheap events and things to do, with a great selection of community events, car shows, concerts, farmers markets, free museum days, outdoor movie nights, festivals, and more.
Whatever events you plan to enjoy this month, have an awesome time, and remember to check back often as we add a ton more Orlando events to this list throughout the month.
We list our events as either ongoing events that take place on multiple days throughout the month, and individual events which are usually listed weekly, Monday - Sunday.
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Ongoing Multi-Date Events
September 5 - March 28
By Heart and By Hand at the History Center is a powerful celebration of artistry, heritage, and community, showcasing the work of Black craft artists across Central Florida. Rooted in traditions passed down through generations, the special exhibition explores how contemporary makers draw on ancestral knowledge, family stories, and cultural practices to create works that are both deeply personal and widely resonant.
September 18 - January 10
Floridiana: Vintage Treasures & Oddities From The Sunshine State is organized by the Orlando Museum of Art. Florida has long been a place of escape, and the souvenirs visitors took home during its mid-century heyday—hotel ashtrays, rubber alligators, roadside attraction brochures—embodied memories of carefree days in the Sunshine State. These vernacular objects, often decorative, utilitarian, or absurd, offer an unfiltered glimpse into a time when Florida’s identity was shaped by tourism and fantasy. The exhibition presents over 130 objects from the collection of Gary Monroe.
June 6 - January 3
From its beginnings in 1876 as the Orange County Reporter, the Orlando Sentinel has grown alongside the city it serves. Today, as a three-time Pulitzer Prize–winning newspaper, it celebrates 150 years of journalism, community, and storytelling. To mark this milestone, the History Center presents Extra! Extra! The Orlando Sentinel Turns 150, a pocket exhibit showcasing photographs, archival materials, and artifacts from our collection that reflect the paper’s long presence in the region.
July 24 - January 3
Explore the history and enduring legacy of colonialism in the Caribbean through The House That Freedoms Built, an outdoor installation by artist La Vaughn Belle on the Rollins College campus. Featuring three white, pitched-roof structures inspired by 18th-century homes built by formerly enslaved people of St. Croix, the work invites reflection on how ideas of home, belonging, and freedom are constructed. As the first in a series of installations leading to the opening of the Rollins Museum of Art’s new facility, it engages viewers in a thoughtful dialogue about identity, community, and the spaces we inhabit.
September 25 - January 3
The Wild Path: Connecting the Florida We Don’t See presents 70 works by National Geographic conservation photographer Carlton Ward Jr., focused on wild Florida at the Orlando Museum of Art. Ward founded the Florida Wildlife Corridor project in 2010 and has since trekked 2,000 miles during two National Geographic supported expeditions to advocate for the corridor’s protection and the recovery of the Florida panther, which led to the award-winning 2022 documentary Path of the Panther.
September 26 - January 3
Are you ready to jump, fly, dive and climb at Orlando Science Center? This exhilarating exhibit invites adults and children alike to explore some of the most extreme sports in the world. Visitors will engage in a variety of science experiences related to human ability, capacity, drive and motivation. And along the way, you’ll even start to dispel myths and misconceptions surrounding extreme sports.
September 19 - November 22
Celebrate fall in Florida at Amber Brooke Farm’s biggest festival of the year at 36111 N CR 44A Eustis! From nostalgic traditions to new seasonal favorites, enjoy family activities, great food, and live entertainment every weekend. The family can pick pumpkins, get lost in the crop maze, pet animals in the petting zoo, pick flowers and vegetables, listen to live music and entertainment, and more. Plus, enjoy all your favorite year-round farm activities.
September 26 - November 22, Select Dates
Join Southern Hill Farms located at 16651 Schofield Rd, Clermont for their annual Fall Festival. What fall adventure would be complete without a day of fall fun on the farm with carnival rides, a corn maze, u-pick flowers, a petting zoo, live music, pumpkins, food trucks, seasonal treats, photo opportunities and more.
September 18 - November 15, Friday - Sunday
At Harvest Holler located at 950 Tavares Rd., Polk City, just off the I-4 between Tampa and Orlando. experience a real working family farm with animals, activities, corn maze and of course a pumpkin patch. Relax and enjoy the slow-paced farm life: Sit on a hay bale, drink some true southern sweet tea or lemonade and relish the time with your family. Maw-Maw’s Country store has some of the most amazing cobblers you have ever tasted and Paw-Paw’s Vittles features true country eats that will remind you of time at the County Fair.
October 29 – November 15
The Space Coast State Fair is Brevard’s largest and most popular annual family event. The event features 40 acres of fun with 100 state fair rides, games, food stands, free shows and much more.
August 22 - November 13
Presented by Casselberry Arts, the annual Experience Contemporary 2026 exhibition, A Wrench in the Gears, features five Florida artists: Justin Quaid Grubb, Cynthia Mason, Noelle Mason, Hilary White, and Matthew Wicks. Their work will be on display at the Casselberry Arts Center.
August 11 - November 9
Celebrate Fall 2026 at Disney Springs where you can shop for cozy apparel, dine on seasonal treats, feast your eyes on enchanting entertainment and so much more! This year you can celebrate all the sights, flavors and fun of fall and Halloween at Disney Springs! For a limited time, get ready to harvest some unforgettable memories at Walt Disney World's dining, entertainment, and shopping destination!
May 29 - November 8
In the decades following the Second World War, artists continued developing new stylistic vocabularies, sustaining the Abstract Expressionist movement amid the rise and influence of Minimalism, Conceptualism, and Pop Art. In Color Fields and Inspirations at Orlando Museum of Art, works by acclaimed artists of the 1960s and 1970s invite an ongoing conversation that embraces intuition, experimentation, and reflection on materiality.
June 18 - November 8
Represent: Contemporary Figuration and Portraiture from the Collection presents a selection of some of the most compelling and diverse portraits among the Orlando Museum of Art collection, featuring the recent acquisition of a Kandy G Lopez textile, Hispaniola II – Mia (2024) and the gift of David LaChapelle photograph The Annunciation , Hawaii (2019).
June 30 - November 8
USA 250: 250 Years on the Road to Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness is an exhibition presented across two galleries at OMA. Drawing from the Collection of the Orlando Museum of Art, it is envisioned as a road trip across the United States, trailing significant historical points of view where artists have recognized, responded to, or documented changing human experiences.
September 26 - November 8, Saturday & Sunday
Join Mayhem Ranch at 17830 SE 40th St., Morriston, for their biggest festival of the year! From the U-Pick Pumpkin Patch to meeting animals from all over the world, the've got all of your fall favorites in one place. Enjoy live music, get lost in the crop maze, enjoy the hayride, indulge in delicious seasonal treats, and don't miss the pig races and mini cow cuddles.
September 26 – November 8
The Fall Pumpkin Patch is the perfect spot for family fun. With every admission, guests will receive one free pumpkin to take home. Along the way, you can meet and snuggle our friendly farm animals, play in the corn box, climb up on our tractors, and race down the haywagon slides. Little artists will love leaving their mark in the chalk barn, and the always-popular bunny barn is waiting for visits and cuddles. For even more farm fun, you’ll have the choice to feed the four-legged friends and saddle up for a classic pony ride.
September 12 - November 2
Celebrate the enchanting charm of autumn at the Gardens, where vibrant marigolds and a beautiful display of seasonal blooms create a colorful fall experience. Add a little whimsy to your visit with our Garden Chicken Hunt! Search for tall, short, and downright funny chickens hidden throughout the Gardens. This playful adventure is sure to bring smiles, laughter, and fun for visitors of all ages. General garden admission applies.
September 18 - November 1, Select Dates
Fall is in the air, and that means it’s time for Lumley’s Fall Festival 2026! From pumpkins and hayrides to festive treats and family fun, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Gather your friends and loved ones and come make memories because fall just isn’t the same without Lumley’s Fall Festival!
Harvest Moon Fun Farm's Fall Festival
September 26 - November 1, Weekends
Harvest Moon Fun Farm is located at 15990 Stur St, Masaryktown, and featurs a pumpkin patch, 5 acre cron maze, and so much more. The kids will love rides on the cow train, bouncing on the bouncing pillow, visiting athe animals in the petting zoo, including rabbits, pigs, goats, chickens, miniature horses and Scarlett the Llama! The fun continues with gem mining, pedal cars, a 20 foot hill slide, tree house, ball zone and much more!
September 27 - November 1, Select Dates
Pumpkins at Santa’s Tree Farm located at 5317 Huff Road, Eustis are fresh picked, and then displayed in a shaded lot to help preserve their freshness. There is so much to enjoy here including barnyard animals, horse and pony rides, hay rides, bounce pillow, giant slide, barrel train rides, mazes and play areas.
October 3 - November 1
Sykes Family Farms Maze located at 5995 Brough Rd, Elkton, is all day fun for all ages throughout the Fall season. With over 50 years of farming experience, Sykes Family Farms continues to grow, providing folks with a FARMtastic family tradition that they can look forward to each Fall. Admission includes Corn Maze, Hayride, Playgounds, Cow Milking Station, Duck Races, Cow Train, Teeter Totter, Farm Animals, Barn Yard Ball Zone and Pedal Karts!
October 10 - November 1, Saturday & Sunday
Enjoy the corn maze, petting zoo, games, bounce houses, hayrides and a great pumpkin patch at Cowart Ranch and Farms, located at 8185 W Highway 100 Bunnell. It's not just pumpkins you can pick here, you can pick sunflowers, berries, and more.
October 10 - November 1, Saturday & Sunday
Join Hastings Ranch and Farm located at 1550 Dolphin Dr. Saint Cloud, as they celebrate the Fall season with games, entertainment, food and attractions at the beautiful ranch and farm. The Annual Farm Festival is an affordable way to gather with your friends and family for a full day of fun. There’s hay rides, a corn maze, pumpkin patch, food vendors, friendly animals, and plenty of Southern hospitality to enjoy!
September 6 - October 31
Join Painted Oaks Academy located at 15100 Lake Pickett Rd, Orlando for their annual Fall Festival. In addition to their Pumpkin Patch, weekend activities include Pony Rides, Hayrides, Petting Zoo, Bounce Houses, Live Music DJ, Carnival Games, Food Trucks, Vendors and more.
September 18 - October 31
Join Showcase of Citrus Pumpkin Ponderosa located at 5010 US-27, Clermont to pick your perfect pumpkin, take great family photos, and enjoy various activities! Burn off steam on the playground, take a hayride or even a haunted monster truck ride.
September 26 - October 31, Friday - Sunday
Join Lake Catherine Blueberries at the farm for their fall festivities. The farm, located at 5849 Lake Catherine Rd, Groveland includes live music every weekend, delicious food and drink, cozy fire pits with s'mores packages, free photo opportunities with vintage tractors, children's playground, and more. Plus, don't miss the Pumpkin Patch!
October 11 - 31
Ready to start carving up pumpkins, decorating your yard, or even making a nice pumpkin pie? Grab the family and head to the 2026 Pumpkin Patch at Community Presbyterian Church located at 511 Celebration Ave, Celebration. The Pumpkin Patch opens October 11, and is open every day through October 31.
October 11 - 31
Visit Central Parkway Baptist Church located at 5281 Central Florida Pkwy, Orlando for their annual pumpkin patch this fall. The family can find their perfect pumpkin for carving, decorating, eating, or whatever while strolling through the patch and taking great family pictures. Admission is free of course. Pumpkin sales benefit the church youth ministry.
October 22 - 31
Get ready to face your fears... The annual Sorosis Club Haunted House located at 222 E University Ave, Orange City, is the highlight of the fundraising year for the the Sorosis Club of Orange City Entirely volunteer-run, each year they create six thrilling nights of scares. With over 60 volunteers each evening, including talented high school students who bring extra energy and fright!
October 16 - 30
Experience The Patch at the Promenade at Sunset Walk! Select your perfect pumpkinsto take home and capture the family in our fall photo opportunity, complete with our John Deere tractor and scarecrow! Kids can also navigate the Promenade Corn Maze nightly from 4 to 7 PM. Enjoy live music nightly and over 30 amazing restaurants, dessert options, shops, and experiences.
October 6 - 27, Various Dates
Enjoy the scary classics for only $5 at Garden Theatre on Plant! The ambiance of the historic Garden Theatre is the perfect setting for watching horror movies. Hosted by the City of Winter Garden, whether it’s date night or night out with friends or family, HALLOWEEN FLIX AT THE GARDEN provides a budget-friendly way to celebrate the holiday.
October 3 - 25, Saturdays & Sundays
Head to N Spring Garden Ave, Deland for the Harvest Fields Corn Maze. This is a family fun filled day with the highlight finding your way through the largest corn maze in Central Florida, plus enjoy all the extra fun activities on the 100 acre farm, including the pumpkin patch, giant hay fort, corn cannon, round bale racers, duck races, corn hole, corn box, post pounder and mini hay maze.
October 1 - 4, 2026
October 1
The Clermont Police Department joins other law-enforcement agencies throughout the nation in this annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighboring camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safe places to be.
This year's fun event for all the family takes palce from 5 - 8 pm at Waterfront Park.
October 2 - 4
The Orlando Home & Garden Show is here to help you turn your home improvement and outdoor projects from fantasy... to reality. No need to buy a ticket – admission to the show at the Orange County Convention Center is FREE all weekend long courtesy of Spa Manufacturers!
October 2 - 4
Mark your calendars and get ready for a weekend of prosts, pints, and patio vibes from October 2 - 4. Here is what we are pouring for the weekend: The Beer Garden: Taking over the outdoors for the ultimate Oktoberfest experience. Steins: Big pours of our seasonal brews. Patio Eats: Delicious, hearty food right on the patio. Live Music: We have incredible bands taking the stage all day Saturday and Sunday!
October 2
Join us for a blazing good time at our annual Eustis Firetrucktober, held annually during the October First Friday! Come celebrate our local heroes and explore the world of firefighting with: Firetrucks & Bunker Gear. Meet the Firefighters, Games & Interactive Activities, Live Music & Entertainment, and Food Trucks & Craft Vendors. Hosted by Eustis Events and the Eustis Fire Department, this family-friendly event is packed with excitement, education, and community spirit. Don’t miss it!
October 2
Join the City of Kissimmee for the return of KUA's Movie in the Park, featuring "Toy Story 5." Come early and enjoy free popcorn, inflatable games, and prizes! The fun starts at 5:30 pm, and the movie will begin at sunset on the giant 50-foot screen. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs for a fun-filled movie night!
October 2
Join Real Radio 104.1’s The Jim Colbert Show for a live broadcast from Margaritaville Resort Orlando! Be part of the audience and enjoy laughs, giveaways, live music with DJ K1X, and steel drums by Kevin Romans. Friday, October 2, from 3–7 pm.
October 3 - 4
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. .
Valid cardholders can access free admission to the following area museums:
Orlando Science Center: 777 E. Princeton St. Orlando, FL 32803
History Center: 65 E. Central Blvd. Orlando, FL 32801
Orlando Museum of Art: 2416 North Mills Ave. Orlando, FL 32803
Mennello Museum of Art: 900 E. Princeton St. Orlando, FL 32803
Museum of Arts & Sciences: 352 S. Nova Rd. Daytona Beach, FL 32114
Tampa Museum of Art: Cornelia Corbett Center, 120 W. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL 33602
Florida Museum of Photographic Arts: 1630 E 7th Avenue Ybor., Tampa, FL 33605
Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg: 255 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
October 3 - 4
Come out to Renningers in Mount Dora and shop a selection of vendors featuring items for Fall. Enjoy a pumpkin patch, pumpkin painting, petting farm, music, food trucks, and over 100 vendors offering antiques, collectables. home decor, crafts, and more.
October 3
Calling all book lovers, wordsmiths, and story seekers! Get ready for a day of literary magic at Oviedo Mall’s Page & Pen Festival on Saturday, October 3, 2026. Step into a world where imagination leaps off the page and into real life! Meet authors, publishers, literary agents, and industry pros as they share their passion for storytelling.
October 3
Each month, guests can expect a rotating lineup of food trucks, live music, and family-friendly fun spread throughout Downtown Clermont. The event has become a local favorite, attracting residents and visitors who come to eat, shop, and stroll the historic streets.
October 3
Orlando’s premier underground art event returns to The Abbey for a night of high-energy culture and local talent, stripping away the traditional “white-cube” gallery pretense and replacing it with a raw, high-density experience that brings together 80+ local artists for one night only exhibiting over 300 original pieces of work, live body painting, local DJs, plus unlimited free pancakes, hot and fresh all night long!
October 3
Get ready for a hauntingly good time as Ivanhoe Village welcomes the Halloween season in style! Join us for a spine-tingling evening filled with potions, bites, frights, and delightful sights!
October 4
Turn Your Dream Wedding Into A Reality! The event at the Orange County Convention Center features an amazing selection of wedding professionals ready to help you find the perfect gown, reception venue, invitations, photographer, music, menu, honeymoon destination, and much more! Don’t miss the bridal fashion shows and live DJ demos, plus tons of prizes and giveaways.
October 4
Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company, located at 1300 Alden Road, Orlando, is celebrating 8 YEARS of Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co. the best way we know how… with a whole lot of BEER!
Join the fun on Saturday, October 3 for thier biggest beer celebration of the year featuring:
Tons of beer + special releases, Local breweries, Live entertainment, Food trucks, Local vendors. Come raise a glass to eight years of beers, community, and everything that has made Ivanhoe Park what it is today.
October 5 - 11, 2026
October 5 - 8
Apopka’s Fall Family Festival takes place at Kit Land Nelson Park in Apopka. Organized by the Rotary Club of Apopka Foundation, the Fall Family Festival includes carnival rides, a beer and wine garden, live music and vendors.
October 6
National Night Out, America's Night Out Against Crime, returns to MetroWest on Tuesday, October 6 from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. Spend the evening with neighbors, local businesses, and the MetroWest Public Safety team alongside Orlando Police and Fire. Don't miss free document shredding with Lock Tight Shredding — a longtime favorite! It's free, family-friendly, and one of the easiest ways to make our community safer, stronger, and more connected.
October 6
This FREE family-friendly event at Central Park, Lake Mary brings together our police officers, neighbors, and community partners for a night of connection and celebration. Enjoy live music, delicious food, games, and kids’ activities while building stronger, safer neighborhoods together.
October 6
Connect with your neighbors and the Sanford Police Department during National Night Out, a night dedicated to fun, unity, and community safety. This free, family-friendly event is a great way to unite against crime while building strong relationships between residents and law enforcement. Head to Sanford’s scenic Riverfront for an unforgettablnight! The kids will love the free games and activities in the Kids Zone, thanks to Ladies 327! Plus, enjoy an exciting K-9 demonstration, music, and explore a wide range of local vendors! The City of Sanford’s recognition of the National Night Out Against Crime event will be from 5 – 8 pm on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, in the southeast corner of Fort Mellon Park, near the basketball courts. National Night Out is a community-building campaign that promotes law enforcement, community partnerships, and neighborhood camaraderie.
October 6
Join the City of Longwood for an evening of community, connection, family fun, and some friendly competition at National Night Out 2026! FREE meal — hot dog, side & water/soda, Annual Police vs. Fire Softball Game, Neighborhood Watch information, FREE kids’ activities, Community partner & business displays, And much more!
October 6
Join the Winter Garden Police Department for this annual event of community partnership that includes FREE children’s activities, food, music, raffles, meet and greet with your local police officers, crime prevention tips, and more! National Night Out is a national community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships.Please join your community in its celebration.
October 6
The Oviedo Police Department will host the 2026 National Night Out at Center Lake Park in Oviedo. There will be activities for the entire family including Bounce Houses, face painting, police car finger painting, live music with a DJ, free food and drinks, police vehicles, Oviedo Fire Department trucks, a Live K-9 demonstration and plenty of vendor booths to visit.
October 6
Join the Winter Springs Police Department at 300 N. Moss Road, Winter Springs for an evening of community connection and public safety awareness. This special night is all about strengthening relationships, sharing updates, and learning about local safety programs while promoting a safer community.
October 7
Free movies on the Enzian lawn! Wednesday Night Pitcher Shows are FREE and open to the public. Keep an eye on social media for information about rescheduled shows due to weather.
October 8
Alive After 5 is Central Florida’s largest recurring monthly street party in Historic Downtown Sanford. Festival goers come to celebrate the community and local artistry, and to partake in an evening of music, food, craft beers, and shopping.
October 8
Downtown Orlando serves as a place that helps our community come together! Downtown Orlando Field Day is another exciting downtown event that brings businesses and residents together for fun and camaraderie - bringing day-time businesses, residents and our night-time entertainment industry together for some fun competition. Downtown Orlando Field Day injects a healthy dose of nostalgia in our lives by resurrecting some of our favorite childhood competitions with an Orlando centric twist.
October 8
This film is a part of Enzina's Popcorn Flicks in the Park series in partnership with the City of Winter Park. These screenings occur in Central Park, Winter Park once a month and are FREE and open to the public! Presented with open captions. Enjoy Monster House, the wildly imaginative animated adventure that proves Halloween thrills can be fun for the whole family.
October 9 - 11
Spend the weekend at Saint Petka Serbian Orthodox Church, 1990 Lake Emma Rd, Longwood, enjoying traditional food, live music, dancing, family activities, and more. Taste authentic Serbian dishes, raise a glass of imported wine or beer, explore the historic church, and experience the traditions that bring our community together.
October 9 - 10
Prost! Celebrate October at this Free Family Event in Downtown Avalon Park. Get ready for two days of festive fun! On Friday, October 9, from 5 - 10 pm, enjoy a Beer Garden Preview in Town Park, then on Saturday, October 10 from 5 - 1 0 pm its themain event! The Avalon Park Community Festival and Beer Garden, enjoy the Beer Garden, Live Bands, Alpine Dancing, Food Trucks, Vendors, Kids Area & Bounce Park, Weiner Dog Races, Teen Area, and aKids Entrepreneur Market.
October 9
Join Cassleberry Art House for the opening of Into the Void, a memento mori-inspired exhibition exploring mortality, memory, transformation, and the fleeting nature of life. The opening reception coincides with Night of the Mystic Arts, an evening devoted to the mysterious, the uncanny, and the unknown. Come for the art, stay for the mystery.
October 9
Looking for a unique night market in Central Florida? Welcome to Mall Rat Market, Oviedo Mall's monthly indoor night market celebrating local artists, makers, collectors, vintage vendors, small businesses, and all things nostalgic, creative, and fun. Mall Rat Market brings together an ever-changing lineup of vendors, themed experiences, entertainment, and community fun in a climate-controlled indoor setting.
October 9
Join us for National Night Out 2026 on Friday October 9, from 5 - 8 pm in Downtown Leesburg! Bring the whole family for an evening of community fun featuring free food, live DJ, entertainment, interactive displays, and the opportunity to meet your Leesburg Police Officers. National Night out is a great way to strengthen community partnerships, learn about local resources, and enjoy a fun filled evening with friends and neighbors.
October 9
Main Street Winter Haven's 19th Annual Oktoberfest in Central Park, Downtown Winter Haven will have over 30 German, American, and Craft beers to taste! Bratwurst, and German food available for purchase. Wine available for purchase, including traditional German favorites. Live music, and make sure to sign up to participate in the Stein Hoisting Contest.
October 9
A Night of the Mystic Arts Festival is turning 5 in 2026! Join us on Friday, October 9, 2026 for Society for Historic Casselberry’s 5th Annual A Night of the Mystical Arts Festival at Lake Concord Park in Casselberry. The event will be hosted in conjunction with the City of Casselberry’s Friday Food Truck event from 5 - 9 pm. Enjoy music and a collection of savory food trucks just steps away.
October 9
Join us for The Naughty Nightcap Burlesque Show, featuring the sultry performers of Cosmic Chaos Burlesque at The Falcon Bar. You won't want to miss this opportunity to indulge in the art of burlesque, with a night full of glam
October 10
The Promenade at Sunset Walk presents the Breast Cancer Awareness Car & Truck Show, with 100% of all proceeds benefitting Orlando Health Cancer Institute. All makes and models welcome of show car quality.Show car entry fee: $30 VIP Blvd. Parking.FREE admission for all spectators, friends, and family.Live music begins at 4 pm with street performers and more.
October 10
Time Travelers Vintage Expo is the vintage event of your dreams, currently visiting 17 cities from coast to coast across the United States. Attendees at the Florida Sate Fairgrounds can expect to find a retro wonderland with the absolute best in vintage clothing, home goods, retro-inspired handmade, and more!
October 10
At Vendor Rush, our mission is to create vibrant, community-driven pop-up markets where local entrepreneurs, artisans, and small businesses can thrive. As we return to Cranes Roost Park, we’re proud to feature over 25 vendors and are dedicated to providing a dynamic and welcoming space that celebrates creativity, supports economic growth, and fosters meaningful connections between vendors and the community.
October 10
For two fiery days, Festival Park transforms into a celebration of heat, flavor, and everything spicy. Whether you're a hot sauce fanatic, a heat-seeker, or someone who thinks "spicy" isn't spicy enough, this is your festival. Featuring hot sauces, spicy food vendors, pepper challenges, eating competitions, live entertainment, cold drinks, local vendors, and more.
October 10
Come fall in love with Downtown Melbourne all over again.Across from Holmes Park & Drew’s Brews, Historic Downtown Melbourne, spend the afternoon with live music, local vendors, beer & wine, pumpkins, photo ops, activities for the kids, and so much more.
October 10
Join the 4th Annual Orlando Latino Fest, a vibrant celebration of Latino culture, food, music, and fun at Luminary Green on October 10, 2026 for a fun-filled day celebrating Latino culture! Enjoy great music, delicious food, and a vibrant community atmosphere. Bring your friends and family to experience the best of Orlando’s Latino spirit in a relaxed, welcoming vibe.
October 10
Join us on Saturday, October 10, for this FREE skateboard competition hosted by the City of Casselberry in partnership with J Productions. Skaters will have the chance to compete at the brand-new, state-of-the-art Casselberry Wheel Park West.
October 10
Join the City of Kissimmee for BarktoberFest, a splash-tastic dog swimming event at the Bob Makinson Aquatic Center! Let your furry friends cool off and enjoy a fun day of swimming. It's the perfect way to celebrate the season with your pup!
October 10
Bierspele Games are BACK just in time for the finale of Oktoberfest season. The'll have German beers, a food truck, games, prizes, and tons of Oktoberfest fun. Save the date and get ready...
October 10
Get ready for another unforgettable celebration of classic R&B, soul, and community at the 6th Annual Star 94.5 Heart & Soul Music Festival at Apopka Amphitheater.! This year's festival features an all-star lineup of legendary performers guaranteed to have you singing along from beginning to end with Joe, Con Funk Shun, Case, Keke yatt and Meli'sa Morgan.
October 10
Join Cherry BonBon at Hourglass Brewing at Hourglass District for a mini-market at Hourglass Brewing just before the burlesque show!
October 10
Get ready for the next floor! Cherry BonBon presents Dungeon Crawler Carl Burgesue and Bongo in Hourglass Brewing at Hourglass District
October 11
Viva Osceola is the ultimate celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month in Osceola County and one of the largest Hispanic festivals in Central Florida. Each year, thousands gather in Kissimmee Lakefront Park to experience a day filled with live music, cultural performances, authentic cuisine, community engagement, and unforgettable entertainment. With activities for children, cultural exhibits, local businesses, and world-class entertainment, there is truly something for everyone.
October 11
Join us as historic downtown Mount Dora transforms into a self-guided ice cream tasting tour featuring 25 flavors served at 25 local businesses. Dogs are invited to join in the fun and participating stops will also offer dog treats and pet-friendly touches.
October 11
Join us for the 3rd race of the Track Shack Running Series presented by AdventHealth at the University of Central Florida! Enjoy a lively atmosphere as runners and walkers of all backgrounds participate in a scenic tour around the UCF campus. Choose between the 5 Mile, the 2 Mile, or challenge yourself with both in the Distance Dare!
October 12 - 18, 2026
October 15 - 18
Hogtoberfest is back and it's bigger, louder, and more badass than ever. Gear up for 4 days of free concerts, rides, tattoos, free stunt shows, giveaways, vendors, demos, and more at Orlando Harley-Davidson Historic Factory from October 15 - 18.
October 15 - 18
Biketoberfest celebrates a full-throttle lifestyle born on two wheels. Motorcycle enthusiasts come together during the four-day rally each year to enjoy beautiful Florida weather, live music, motorcycle racing at Daytona International Speedway, and miles of scenic rides along famous A1A, historic Main Street or the Scenic Loop. Come experience the Southeast’s best motorcycle rally featuring motorcycle shows, custom bike builds and hundreds of the industry’s top vendors throughout Daytona Beach. All roads lead to this rally.
October 15 - 18
Art Fair Tampa brings together 300+ talented artists from across the country for four days of creativity, inspiration, and community. Explore stunning works across painting, sculpture, photography, mixed media, and more — all under one roof at the Tampa Convention Center. Admission is completely FREE. Come hungry for art.
October 16 - 17
Save the Date for Hollerbach's Oktoberfest! in Downtown Sanford. This Oktoberfest festival brings incredible German food, drink and entertainment to Magnolia Square! As always, admission and parking is free. The beer lineup includes Erdinger Weiss, Erdinger Oktoberfest, and Paulaner Oktoberfest. Authentic food favorites include sizzling sausages, fresh pretzels, and all your Oktoberfest classics! Entertainment includes Pech & Schwefel, German Dancers, King Guys, Stein Holding Contest, and more!
October 16 - 17
Get ready to embrace the autumn season at the highly anticipated Rocktoberfest in Celebration! This vibrant festival invites everyone to enjoy a weekend filled with live music, delicious food, and exciting activities for all ages. Whether you’re a local resident or visiting the area, this is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the charm of Celebration with authentic German beer, bratwurst, pretzels, live polka music, and stein-holding competitions in the Town Center.
October 16
Movie Fun in October! Bring your family and friends to Cypress Grove Park, 290 Holden Avenue, Orlando, on Friday, October 16, for the FREE Movie in the Park: Disney's Hoppers! This fun animated movie (rated PG, 105 mins.) starts at 7:15 p.m., shortly after dark.
October 17 - 18
The Florida Railroad Museum located at 12210 83rd St E, Parrish, is hosting its anual Pumpkin Patch on October 17, 18, 25 and 25. The Pumpkin Patch Express is departing the station for a trip to the Museum’s very own pumpkin patch. Lots of activities are included with your ticket! Hay rides, arts and crafts, Lincoln log building, and games will be available. Children are invited to pick a pumpkin from the patch to take home. Food and beverages are available for purchase onboard the train and while at the Pumpkin Patch.
October 17
Join Oviedo Mall for a day of hope, community, education, and celebration as they partner with the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation for Pink Day of Breast Cancer Awareness. Whether you're honoring a survivor, remembering a loved one, supporting someone currently fighting, or simply standing in solidarity with the breast cancer community,
October 17
Shake up story time with sensory play at Orlando Family Stage! Children 0-24 months engage in dramatic play, music, and storytelling that fosters early developmental milestones. Each class has a unique theme that stimulates imagination, movement, and social skills. Two adults per child maximum.
October 17
When Bluey and Bingo hear music’s boppin’ beat, they cannot wait to activate ‘Dance Mode’ for Mom and Dad! This fun and engaging class is designed for guardians and their toddlers to embark on a journey of creative play through Loch Haven Park with Orlando Family Stage.
October 17
Now in its 22nd year, Orlando’s Come Out With Pride is an LGBTQ+ celebration of pride and support held in downtown Orlando, featuring a parade and festival that is family-friendly and welcoming to all. With over 200 organizations and supportive businesses marching, the Most Colorful Parade is truly a sight to behold. Attendees will have the opportunity to browse goods and services from over 250 vendors, and enjoy live entertainment, showcasing both popular and up-and-coming local and national talent. With dozens of acts across three stages followed by an incredible fireworks display at night, guests leave feeling loved and accepted!
October 17
Cap off your racing season in style at one of the largest and most anticipated dragon boat events in Florida! The Orlando International Dragon Boat Festival brings together paddlers from across North America and beyond for a high-energy celebration of sport, culture, and competition in the vibrant city of Orlando. Held at the scenic Turkey Lake in Bill Frederick Park, the festival grounds are alive with culture, flavor, and fun. The Health and Wellness Villagefeatures a range of services and products promoting active, balanced lifestyles. Foodies will love the Food Truck Bazaar, offering international flavors that reflect the diverse community Orlando is known for.
October 17
The family-friendly event includes art and crafts vendors, exhibitions and cultural demonstrations, music, and dance performances. We encouraging visitors to come out and spend the day enjoying Asia Fest, and the Orlando International Dragon Boat Festival, which will feature dozens of competitors paddling colorful boats with dragon heads on the vessels’ bows. Drummers aboard the boats keep their crewmates paddling in unison.
October 17
Movie Fun in October! Bring your family and friends to Bithlo Community Park, 18501 Washington Avenue, Orlando on Satruday, October 17, for the FREE Movie in the Park: Shrek the Third! This fun animated movie (rated PG, 105 mins.) starts at 7:15 p.m., shortly after dark.
October 17
The Bridal & Wedding Expo at Florida State Fairgrounds showcases an amazing selection of wedding professionals ready to help couples find the perfect gown, reception venue, invitations, photographer, music, menu, honeymoon destination, and much more.
October 17
We’re bringing the community together for an unforgettable day of LIVE REGGAE, incredible food, local vendors, arts & crafts, DJs, a drumming circle, and good vibes for the ENTIRE FAMILY! And the best part? IT’S FREE! No tickets. No admission. Just come out, bring the family, meet your neighbors, support local businesses and enjoy a beautiful day of music, culture and community. Fred Poppe Regional Park, 1951 Malabar Rd NW, Palm Bay
October 18
The tasty Lemon Drop & SeaFood Festival is back! Taking place on Sunday, October 18 at Orlando's Wall Street Plaza. Come out and enjoy delicious seafood, music, games, vibes, and beautiful people! Music from GoHard Show + Jazzy Jeff + DJ DK + Ian The Icon.
October 19 - 25, 2026
October 23
Movie Fun in October! Bring your family and friends to Orlo Vista Park, 1 N. Powers Drive, Orlando, on Friday, October 23 for the FREE Movie in the Park: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie! This fun animated movie (rated PG, 95 mins.) starts at 7:15 p.m., shortly after dark.
October 24 - 25
Held on the streets of historic downtown Mount Dora, the downtown streets come alive with more than 350 of the best exhibitors in the country ready to show and sell their fine art and fun crafts at this annual event. Festival food, music, beer, wine, cocktails and some special guest appearances will round out the event.
October 24 - 25
Kick off the holiday season with VIP Expos: Lakeland Holiday Expo at the RP Funding Center! Bring the whole family for a festive weekend filled with shopping, entertainment, delicious food, and holiday fun.
October 24 - 25
The Tampa Guitar Show at the Florida State Fairgrounds features many vendors displaying all types of stringed instruments (new and old), amps, pedals and accessories.
October 24
The Tampa Bay Coffee & Art Festival (TBCAF) is the first craft coffee festival of its kind in the South East. With an astounding array of coffee roasters, artisans, vendors, and industry professionals, TBCAF will inspire the brewing connoisseur in anyone.
October 24, 2026
Eolaween is back! Get ready for a spooktacular evening of free, family-friendly fun at Lake Eola Park. Put on your best costume and enjoy trick-or-treating, inflatable games, crafts, pumpkin decorating, face painting, a DJ, character meet-and-greets with Mario and Luigi, festive photo ops, a Fall Market, and more!
October 24, 2026
The Children's Safety Village Trunk or Treat Event is a family friendly free event created as a safe alternative this Halloween. Located next to the Central Florida Fairgrounds.
October 24, 2026
Embrace the Halloween spirit at the Promenade at Sunset Walk for our 7th annual Trunk or Treat Car & Truck Show. Bring the whole family for sweet treats, fun, and nonstop entertainment
October 24, 2026
Get ready, Lake Mary! The City of Lake Mary is bringing back Halloween Spooktacular for a night of safe, family-friendly trick-or-treating and FUN for the entire community!
October 24, 2026
This is a free family-friendly Trick-or-Treating event at Kit Land Nelson Park with kid activities (ages infant to 12 years), vendors, and more. Don’t forget to bring your own bags for trick-or-treating.
October 24
Movie Fun in October! Bring your family and friends to Barnett Park, 4801 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando, on Saturday, October 24 for the FREE Movie in the Park: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie! This fun animated movie (rated PG, 95 mins.) starts at 7:15 p.m., shortly after dark.
October 24
Join 4Roots Farm for the 4th Annual Harvest Festival, brought to you by Disney, taking place on October 24, 2026. This community celebration is a highlight of the season, featuring local food, live music, pumpkin patch, U-Pick experiences, and more!
October 24
Funtober Fest is an annual event hosted by several churches in the Casselberry area that allows our community to come together and have fun! Funtober Fest is a family friendly event that is free of charge! There will be various sources of entertaining such as a costume contest, Trunk or Treat, hay rides, carnival games, free food, and much more.
October 24
Get ready for an epic fall celebration of plant-based eats, creativity, and community at Wall Street Plaza! The International Vegan Food Festival is back and bigger than ever—bringing together the best vegan food from around the world, plus music, prizes, arts, crafts, and more.
October 24
Get ready to celebrate the beauty of autumn at our 20th annual fall festival, Hometown Harvest! Join us fora day of family fun with FREE hayrides, live music, and plenty of activities for the kids. It’s going to be an awesome event that you won’t want to miss!
October 24
Central Florida Veg Fest is an exciting day of colorful and educational exhibits and activities! It will take place at beautiful Orlando Festival Park near downtown Orlando on October 24 from 10 am - 6 pm. Admission is FREE! Veg Fest is a family-friendly, dog-friendly, alcohol-free, and smoke-free event. Veg Fest, now in its 21st year, is one of the biggest and best vegan festivals in the country!
October 24
A celebration of African music and culture taking place in Orlando at Eagle Nest Park on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Join us for the Taste of Africa Food & Music Festival 2026, a vibrant outdoor experience celebrating African heritage through food, music, art, and togetherness.
October 26 - 31, 2026
October 30, 2026
You're invited to join Boo! on Broadway – Downtown Kissimmee's Spooktacular Halloween Event on Friday, October 30, with a fun night of trick-or-treating, family-friendly activities, and community spirit.
October 31
Shake up story time with sensory play at Orlando Family Stage! Children 0-24 months engage in dramatic play, music, and storytelling that fosters early developmental milestones. Each class has a unique theme that stimulates imagination, movement, and social skills. Two adults per child maximum.
October 31
Take a not-so-spooky stroll through the Hundred Acre Wood where friendly Halloween surprises are around every corner. This fun and engaging class is designed for guardians and their toddlers to embark on a journey of creative play through Loch Haven Park with Orlando Family Stage.
October 31
Get ready for a spooktacular time! Join us for Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 31, at the St. Cloud Lakefront by the boat basin (1402 E Lakeshore Blvd.). Bring the whole family out for costumes, music, candy, prizes and more! Costumes are encouraged, and do not forget to bring your candy bucket.
October 31
Join Oviedo Mall's annual Kid Crew Mall-O-Ween Trick-or-Treat, where children 12 and under are invited to dress in their favorite Halloween costumes and enjoy a safe, indoor trick-or-treating adventure throughout Oviedo Mall.
October 31
Celebrate fall at the annual Downtown Clermont Harvest Festival. Downtown Clermont is buzzing with excitement as the Annual Harvest Festival makes a grand return with a day filled with delightful autumn activities. From a charming pumpkin patch and lively kids zone to the enchanting beats of live music in three different areas, enjoy the fun at this free family festival.
October 31
Join Orlando World Outreach Church for our annual Fall Festival, a fun-filled community event that brings families together for an afternoon of laughter, connection, and celebration! This free event is open to the Conway community and surrounding areas. It features exciting activities for all ages, including games, inflatables, candy, prizes, food, music, face painting, and much more. Whether you're new to the area or have been part of our community for years, we'd love to welcome you and your family.
October 31
Don't miss your chance to dress up and be part of the show when The Rich Weirdoes present The Rocky Horror Picture Show at The Plaza Live on October 31.
October 31
India Festival Tampa is Florida’s largest celebration of Indian culture, proudly organized by the Gujarati Samaj of Tampa Bay. Held annually at the Florida State Fairgrounds, the festival brings together 85+ dance teams and 200+ exhibitors showcasing Indian fashion, jewelry, art, crafts, and authentic cuisine.
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