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Jun 21, 2023

The Best Things To Do in Orlando this Weekend June 23 - 25

Welcome to another weekend of things to do here in Orlando, and with so much to do, we've selected the best events that are taking place throughout the weekend.

The Best Things To Do In Orlando This Weekend!

RECURRING EVENTS

2023 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

Now - Sunday, July 5, 2023

The popular and fragrant, 2023 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival features fresh cuisine, colorful gardens, playful topiaries and vibrant entertainment.

The popular Garden Rocks Concert Series is back in 2023, featuring favorite tunes at the America Gardens Theatre. And of course, fresh flavors will be on the menu at Outdoor Kitchens and other food and beverage locations throughout the park, among other delights.

SeaWorld Orlando Summer Spectacular

Now - Monday, September 4, 2023

When the sun goes down, the night comes to life at SeaWorld’s Summer Spectacular! Stay late all summer to immerse yourself in exotic worlds of light and music and experience your favorite SeaWorld attractions in a whole new way.

Dance the night away with world-class DJs for a family-friendly party beneath the waves. Then end the night with Ignite, a fireworks spectacular that brings the brilliance of the sea to the sky above. Put a charge in your summer at SeaWorld’s vibrant Summer Spectacular.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Summer Nights

Now - Sunday, August 6, 2023

As the sun goes down, the party heats up at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay during Summer Nights. Explore the park after dark with extended park hours every night. Dance the night away at themed party zones throughout the park, take on Florida’s top thrill rides in the dark and enjoy electrifying entertainment throughout the night.

On select nights, the park lights up with a dazzling display of colors and sound. From jaw-dropping colors to intricate patterns, the Summer Nights Fireworks Spectacular will leave guests in awe.

Summer Fun at LEGOLAND Florida

Now - August 6, 2023

LEGOLAND Florida Resort has a brand new summer show, Go Xtreme!

Go Xtreme has families on edge of their seats at LEGO City Stage, with this all-new show features thrilling, hilarious and EXTREME stunts from world-class performers.

Action-packed stunts include BMX riders, scooter drivers, a Cyr wheel artist, inline skater and a world-record holding pogo athlete, who’s sure to deliver more than a few laughs.

PLUS, The Rhythm Bricks, a roaming percussion group offer an interactive instrument experience throughout the park this summer.

Summer of More with Pirates and Princess Fun at Gaylord Palms Resort

Gaylord Palms Resort Summer Of More

Now - September 4, 2023

Gaylord Palms Resort is inviting guests to a Summer of More with their regal court an band of spirited buccaneers for plenty of pirate and princess fun.

Guests will find a treasure trove of shows and activities, hands-on experiences, fun-in-the- sun at Cypress Springs Water Park and pirate- and princess-themed décor across the 64-acre resort.

During the event, families can create treasures in a craft clubhouse, look for jewels in a puzzle- filled escape room, stroll through remnants of a pirate galleon, embark on a plundering scavenger hunt, see a family films at the resort’s water park, and more.

Dinosaurs at Leu Gardens

Now - Sunday, July 9, 2023

Dinosaurs are back! An amazing outdoor exhibit of prehistoric creatures have taken over Leu Gardens.

Explore the the nearly 50-acre gardens to discover some of the most feared creatures on the planet. Featuring over 20 life-size dinosaurs ranging in size from 14 inches to a massive 33 ft. Daspletosaurus, cousin to the T-Rex.

Admission to the Dinosaur Invasion exhibit is included with a daytime garden admission.

Duel of Fools at SAK Comedy Lab

Friday, June 23 - Saturday, June 24, 2023

This is SAK’s signature improv show! Two teams of professional improvisers compete for your laughs with audience judges selected at the start of the show. The actors make up songs, scenes and characters right in front of your eyes with the help of the audience’s suggestions and participation. Appropriate for all ages. 7 pm.

King Of The Hill at SAK Comedy Lab

Friday, June 23 - Saturday, June 24, 2023

In this knockdown, drag-out comedy battle, a cast of our professional performers pair up in teams of two and use audience suggestions to create scenes, songs and characters on the spot. After each round, the audience decides which team wins and which team loses. The winning team stays for the next round while the losers form new teams to dethrone the Kings. By the end there can only be one King of the Hill! 9 pm.

Ashley Gavin at Orlando Improv Comedy Club

Friday, June 23 - Saturday, June 24, 2023

Ashley Gavin is a stand up comedian based in New York City. She's been featured on Netflix is a Joke, Hulu, Comedy Central, but is best known for her viral crowd work videos on TikTok and her top charting podcast We’re Having Gay Sex.

The Orlando Improv Comedy Club located at Pointe Orlando, is one of the premier live stand-up comedy clubs in Orlando. The Improv welcomes the biggest names in comedy to their stage as well as supporting our local talent here in Central Florida!

54 at The Ren

Every Friday & Saturday - Saturday, August 26, 2023

54 is the newest high-concept entertainment experience from Renaissance Theatre Company.

Guests are encouraged to dress in theme and step into a re-imagination of the iconic nightclub from the 1970s.

The live sound of modern disco fills the air. A colorful dance floor is open (when a cast of professional dancers isn't performing). High-end cocktails and mocktails are on-the-ready.

Later, audiences can continue the party with 54 After-Hours, an elevated themed nightclub experience, also featuring nightly entertainment and a more classical 70s disco soundscape.

Latin American Performing Arts Festival

Friday, June 23 - Sunday, June 25, 2023

The 3rd annual Latin American Performing Arts Festival celebration includes theater, music, visual arts, and workshops. Join the Fringe ArtSpace in Downtown Orlando to experience productions from Miami and Dallas.

There will also be a night of Zarzuela produced by Opera del Sol-Central Florida Vocal Arts, a visual arts exhibition, and Bossanova live.

The Florida Festival of New Musicals

Thursday, June 22 - Sunday, June 25, 2023

The Florida Festival of New Musicals returns to The Winter Park Playhouse from June 22 through until June 25, 2023

The festival is a four day event that showcases six brand-new, never-before-produced musical works and brings together writers and composers with patrons, press, producers and directors. The first act or one-hour version of each selected musical will be fully read and sung concert-style, without staging, by varying casts of professional actors and musicians.

FRIDAY, JUNE 23, 2023

Art After Dark at Lake Nona

Friday, June 23, 2023

Every Friday night, Art After Dark takes over Lake Nona Town Center from 6 pm.

Enjoy a stroll through our Town Center as you explore hand crafted artisan products, and tasty cuisine. Be sure to grab a glass a wine, stay a while to enjoy the art displayed on the six story art installation, The Beacon.

Sunset Walk Fired-up Fridays

Friday, June 23, 2023

Friday nights, the Promenade at Sunset Walk presents Fired-Up Fridays, a free Car & Truck Show event with all makes, models, and years welcome of show car quality.

Featuring music by DJ Scotty B and Company, plus the very best regional live bands.

Winter Garden Friday on the Plaza

Friday, June 23, 2023

Come enjoy live music every Friday night on the Plaza, at Downtown Winter Garden, Centennial Plaza Gazebo.

Friday Muscle Car Show & Cruise

Friday, June 23, 2023

Join the heart pounding excitement of high-performance engines and true horse power for our Muscle Car Show every Friday night at Old Town in Kissimmee. The Friday Muscle Car Show will begin at 3:00pm and the qualifications are show-quality muscle and factory-performance cars from 1964 and newer and classics from 1985 and older. Cars will cruise at 8:30pm and all cars registered can participate.

Sunset At The Zoo returns to Central Florida Zoo

Central Florida Zoo: Sunset at the Zoo

Friday, June 23, 2023

Sunset at the Zoo returns to Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens this Friday.

This Friday's event will proudly celebrate LGBTQ+ friends and family with DJ Darren getting the part started with all your favourite tunes.

Vendors on the night include Zebra Coalition, PFLAG of Greater Orlando, Seminole Youth Alliance and Come Out With Pride Orlando. Enjoy eats and treats from Churros & Cream, The Knot by Rollin’ Dough, plus other one-night only food options.

There will also be themed crafts & family activities like Color-a-Flag, Ally Button-making and more!

Dream Theater With Devin Townsend and Animals as Leaders

Friday, June 23, 2023

Dream Theater presents Dreamsonic 2023 at Hard Rock Live Orlando. Tickets available!

Emo Night Karaoke

Friday, June 23, 2023

Emo Night Karaoke comes to House of Blues Orlando at Disney Springs. Get your tickets now!

Foxy's Den Summer Soiree

Friday, June 23, 2023

Join The Foxes for a night of fun in Foxy’s Den at ME Theater, Orlando! A night of singing, dancing, a whole lot of skin and, of course, a surprise or two that you won’t want to miss! Florida summers are hot, but this is gonna be hotter! Grab your tickets now for the Summer Soiree!

Jacuzzi Boys, Snacks & Timothy Eerie

Friday, June 23, 2023

Jacuzzi Boys, Snacks, and more at Will's Pub. Get your tickets now.

Pauly D

Friday, June 23, 2023

DJ Pauly D comes to The Vanguard in downtown Orlando. Get your tickets now!

The Beautiful Game

Friday, June 23, 2023

Exploria Stadium will host The Beautiful Game, a celebrity soccer match with Brazilian soccer icons Ronaldinho and Roberto Carlos at the helm, on Friday, with kick off at 7:30 pm.

The match will feature a star-studded lineup of players from around the world, coming together to celebrate the diversity, connection and passion that centers around the global love for soccer.

Fans can purchase tickets to the match here.

Friday Family Films at The Morse Museum

Friday, June 23, 2023

The Museum’s summer family programs are organized exclusively for elementary-school-aged children and their parents or guardians. This free 90-minute program includes a short film, a tour of selected galleries at the Morse, and an art project related to the Museum’s collection.