Downtown Orlando's Employee Appreciation Week returns Sept. 14 - 18
Downtown employees can enjoy free, come-and-go activities, daily giveaways, live music, sweet treats, special employee discounts and more.
The Downtown Orlando Partnership and Downtown Development Board will one again celebrate the city’s dedicated workforce this fall, it’s their way of saying thank you for all your hard work!
From September 14 - 18, 2026, downtown employees can look forward to a week filled with free, come-and-go activities, live music, sweet treats, special employee discounts and more. There are plenty of opportunities during the week to stop by, have some fun, and enjoy a little well-deserved appreciation.
Giveaway details, daily activities, and event updates can be viewed below...
Plus, Downtown Orlando Partnership will host daily giveaway raffles for exciting prizes like event tickets, hotel stays, gift cards, and much more. Enter each day at the morning or lunchtime events for the chance to win!
Monday, September 14
8:00AM – 9:30AM
COFFEE & COOKIES 🍪
400 S Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801
Kick off Downtown Employee Appreciation Week with a complimentary coffee from City Beautiful Cafe and a cookie from DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Downtown at our coffee bar located in the City Hall Rotunda. The first 300 employees will receive a free coffee, cookies, and exclusive downtown sticker!
11:45AM – 1:00PM
FOOD TRUCKS & FUN
432 S Magnolia Ave, Orlando, FL 32801
Savor a complimentary mini meal from one of our Orlando Food Trucks in front of the Dr. Phillips Center! The first 1,000 employees will receive a free lunch item and bottled water. Additional food will be available for purchase at each truck. Stay to enjoy live music, an exclusive sticker giveaway, games like cornhole, mega Jenga, mini-golf, and more!
Tuesday, September 15
8:00AM – 9:30AM
GOOD MORNING, DTO ⭐️
201 S Orange Ave Ste 102, Orlando, FL 32801
Swing by Discover Downtown to grab a complimentary breakfast treat and collectible DOP sticker! The first 150 employees will receive a pastry from Great Harvest Bakery, beverage items, and a complimentary sticker.
11:45AM – 1:00PM
MEET THE MASCOTS!
400 W Church St, Orlando, FL 32801
Head over the the Kia Center for a complimentary lunch item! Stay to mingle with fellow downtown employees and snap a picture with Orlando's iconic mascots. The first 1,000 employees will receive a free lunch item, beverage, and an exclusive sticker.
Please enter the Kia Center through the west side of church street.
Wednesday, September 16
8:00AM – 9:30AM
MORNING COFFEE MIXER ☀️
39 S Magnolia Ave, Orlando, Florida 32801
Stop by CityArts for a complimentary coffee! The first 150 employees will receive a free coffee, collectible sticker, and admission to the CityArts gallery from 8-9:30 AM.
11:45AM – 1:00PM
SUB SOCIAL
250 S Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801
Join us for a complimentary sub from Foodie Catering at Duncan Park! The first 1,000 employees will receive a half sub, bottled water, and Orlando sticker!
4:00PM – 6:30PM
SIPS & SOUNDS
274 North Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801
Join DOP and DDB at A La Cart-City for a fun-filled Happy Hour with a performance from DTO Live! The first 300 employees will receive a complimentary beverage and an exclusive sticker!
Thursday, September 17
8:00AM – 9:30AM
COFFEE KICKSTART
390 N Orange Ave Suite 100, Orlando, FL 32801
Grab a complimentary coffee by Foxtail Coffee Co. at City National Bank. The first 500 employees will receive a free hot coffee or cold brew, breakfast bar, and Downtown Orlando sticker.
11:45AM – 1:00PM
HISTORY AND CHILL
65 E Central Blvd, Orlando, FL 32801
Enjoy a complimentary ice cream from The Greenery Creameryor Sampaguita at The History Center! The first 1,000 employees will receive a free ice cream, a complimentary sticker, and free admission to The History Center from 11:45am-1:00pm.
Friday, September 18 8 - 9.30 am
8:00AM – 9:30AM
MORNING COFFEE GIVEAWAY
Latin Square Cuisine
Qreate Coffee
Stemma Craft Coffee
Additional Locations TBA
Get a complimentary coffee from Latin Square Cuisine, Qreate Coffee, or Stemma Craft Coffee! The first 75 employees at each location will receive a complimentary coffee.
11:45AM – 1:00PM
LUNCHTIME SWEET TREAT 🍧
101 E Central Blvd, Orlando, FL 32801
Join us at the Orlando Public Library for a sweet treat from Jeremiah's Ice! The first 1,000 employees will receive a complimentary Italian Ice and sticker.
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