The Must-Do Orlando Events and Festivals in 2026
- Alastair Mac
- 15 minutes ago
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This year America is celebrating it's 250th Anniversary, and Orlando has a full schedule of fun events taking place throughout the year to celebrate. Check out our list of must-do Orlando events and festivals in 2026.
2026 brings 12 months of must-do events to Orlando, with each month of the year jam-packed with a unique mix of county fairs, arts festivals, food & drink festivals, music festivals, film festivals, theme park events and so much more, and with amazing year round great weather, anytime is a great time to get up, get out and enjoy the fun!
With so much happening, we don't want you to miss a thing, so here at Gotta Go Orlando we've compiled a list of the best events and festivals for you, your family, and your firends to enjoy.
The list will be updated with more events as they are announced, so keep checking back!
The Must-Do 2026 Events & Festivals in Orlando
January
Real Music Series at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
January 5 - February 20
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay's longest running concert series, the Real Music Series returns with all-new music performances.
Mecum Kissimmee
January 6 - 18
MECUM Kissimmee 2026 is the world’s largest collector car auction taking place at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimeee, and will feature an estimated 4,000 vehicles. There are also daily Road Art selections, the Mecum Midway of food, exhibitors, live entertainment, and the Dodge Thrill Ride.
Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend
January 7 - 11
Join Mickey Mouse and friends as you go the distance on your journey across every magical mile at the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend. Every course is full of “character” and encouragement as you earn every mile in a weekend filled with four different races, two challenges, and inspiration at every turn of the course!
Orlando Fringe Winter Mini–Fest
January 7 - 11
Orlando Fringe Winter Mini–Fest is back! Join Orlando Fringe January 7-11, 2026 for this cozy, curated fun-size version of their May festival featuring popular works from past festivals, new works from well-received Fringe artists, and brand-new creatives scouted from the national and international Fringe circuit.
Orlando Home & Garden Show Spring 2026
January 9 - 11
The Orlando Home & Garden Show Spring 2026 offers everything you need to solve your home and garden projects, all under one roof at the Orange County Convention Center.
Space Coast Renaissance Fair
January 10 - 11, 17 - 18
Spanning two joyous weekends in January at Space Coast Daily Park in Melbourne, the Space Coast Renaissance Fair will be filled with thrilling tournaments, bountiful feasting, lively music, and endless laughter. The finest merchants, most talented entertainers, and masterful cooks from across the realms have been summoned to make this the most magnificent celebration yet!
Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks Craft Festival
January 10 - 11
The Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks Craft Festival returns ti Historic Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks. This exciting event showcases local and visiting artists. Great local food and shopping. Free admission. Family and pet friendly.
2026 Hula Bowl
January 10
The 2026 Hula Bowl is the Nation's Premier College Football All-Star Game To play at UCF FBC Mortgage Stadium..An event where all NFL, UFL and CFL teams will be represented by top scout players during Hula Bowl week.
2026 RV SuperShow
January 14 - 18
The 2026 RV SuperShow at the Florida Satate Fairgrounds will have representation from every major RV manufacturer as well as hundreds of accessory booths exhibitors.
Fellsmere Frog Leg Festival
January 15 - 18
Famous mouth-watering frog leg and gator tail dinners. Hundreds of booths for unique gifts. Great local music and fun rides. Come discover why Fellsmere Frog Leg Festival is a January tradition for so many.
St. Petersburg Power & Sailboat Show
January 15 - 18
The St. Petersburg Power & Sailboat Show is the largest boat show on the Gulf Coast! Explore an impressive lineup of powerboats and sailboats displayed in-water and on-land, along with a 40,000 sq. ft. tent housing an extensive selection of marine equipment and accessories.
Epcot International Festival of The Arts
January 16 - February 23
The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts at Walt Disney World is a welcome start to the new year, featuring more than 100 Disney and visiting artists who showcase their eye-catching works of art. Plus, guests can express their creative side by learning to draw a Disney character at Animation Academy, leave their mark at Expression Section: A Paint by Number Mural and help Figment learn about art on a scavenger hunt around World Showcase. Plus, Food Studios serve up art-inspired menus, then each evening, the DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series features talented entertainers performing Disney songs live.
Tampa Bay Rodeo's Bull Bash & Country Music Festival
January 16 - 17
Celebrate America’s 250th at Tampa Bay Rodeo's Bull Bash & Country Music Festival! Country music legends Trace Adkins and Justin Moore headline the event taking place January 16 & 17, 2026, at the Hillsborough County Fairgrounds.
Central Florida Scottish Highland Games
January 17 - 18
Join the Scottish-American Society of Central Florida & the City for the 46th annual Scottish Highland Games! During this two-day festival, area Scottish clans and societies gather to compete in athletic events, highland dancing, and piping to celebrate their rich heritage.
Mardi Gras at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
January 21 - March 1
Let the good times roll with food, cocktails, entertainment and live music – Mardi Gras style, only at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.
Florida Manatee Festival
January 17 - 18
The Florida Manatee Fest is held the 3rd weekend in January and is produced by the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce. It is one of the city's largest festivals and is built around our beloved sea cow. Visit GoManateeFest.com for all information on this year's festival.
Space Coast Birding & Wildlife Festival
January 21 - 25
Curious to learn about the natural side of our state? The Space Coast Birding and Wildlife Festival (SCBWF) allows you to add to your life list, take some amazing photos, see different Florida habitats, and meet other birders and naturalists from around the country! Participate in one of the largest, most comprehensive birding and wildlife festivals in the country!
64th Rolex 24 At DAYTONA Weekend
January 22 - 25
The 64th Rolex 24 At DAYTONA Weekend is set for Jan. 22-25. The world-renowned endurance challenge is a multiday motorsports festival, blending pulse-pounding speed, cutting-edge race cars, and an unmatched fan experience featuring premier food and beverage offerings, diverse camping options, and non-stop entertainment.
New Smyrna Beach IMAGES: A Festival of the Arts
January 23 - 25
IMAGES is a free, public art festival that offers $30,000 in cash awards to artists and has one of the best Patron Programs in the Southeast. Visitors enjoy the work of over 250 artists, food trucks, live entertainment, Creative Education activities for children, and much more.
Rock the Universe at Universal Orlando Resort
January 23 - 24
Rock the Universe is an unforgettable weekend of faith and fun. On January 24 and 25, 2024, experience powerful beats from Christian Music’s brightest stars and thrilling rides at Universal Studios Florida.
Lakeland Pigfest
January 23 - 24
The 29th Annual Lakeland Pigfest will feature more than 150 competition barbecue teams during a weekend of good eatin’, good friends, and good tunes to benefit Lakeland-area charities.
Gasparilla Children’s Parade
January 24
Bring your krewe to the Gasparilla Children’s Parade! This alcohol-free event is perfect for your little buccaneers to revel in the pirate spirit by shouting for treasures from over 125 parade floats. Make sure your krewe stays to witness the battle of the Ye Mystic Krewe and Tampa “piratechnic” explosions. The pirates win every year, arghhh!
Just For Kids Weekend at SeaWorld Orlando
January 24 - 25
During Just for Kids Weekend at SeaWorld, enjoy hands-on activities, dance parties, photo opportunities with characters and much more throughout this family-friendly celebration.
Elmo's Birthday Weekend at SeaWorld Orlando
January 27 - February 3
Celebrate Elmo's Birthday with meet-and-greets, an interactive DJ dance party, and even more surprises.
Zora Festival
January 30 - February 1
The 2025 ZORA! Outdoor Festival of the Arts is a cultural, educational, and entertainment experience like no other. From January 31 to February 2, 2025, Eatonville will come alive with vibrant performances, interactive art, and a celebration of the cultural contributions people of African ancestry have made to the United States and to the world. Through a powerful combination of music, education, and live performances, including an extraordinary Tribute to the Legends, the festival aims to inspire and connect people from all walks of life.
Seven Seas Food Festival
Select Dates, January 30 - May 3
Join SeaWorld Orlando to sip and sample your way around the world with exciting flavors and local craft beers, plus live performances.
50th Annual Mount Dora Arts Festival
January 31 - February 1
The 50th annual Mount Dora Arts Festival will once again be held on the streets of historic downtown Mount Dora. Experience 300 fine artists lined along the streets to showcase a vast array of incredible talent in this juried event. There will be entertainment, beer, wine, cocktails, music and festival food to round out the amazing weekend.
Gasparilla Pirate Fest
January 31
Invasions are welcome in Tampa Bay! Gasparilla Pirate Fest returns every January, bringing the spirit of pirates past and glittering treasures for visitors and locals to plunder. The 4.5-mile parade route, led by the captain and his Ye Mystic Krewe, is followed by over a hundred floats winding through historic Bayshore Blvd and downtown Tampa, creating the third-largest paradein the United States.
February
Mardi Gras at Universal Studios Florida
February 7 - April 4
The fun and excitement of the Big Easy makes its way to Universal Orlando for an authentic celebration that completely transforms Universal Studios Florida into a family-friendly version of the famed New Orleans street party. The parkwide Mardi Gras celebrations transform Universal Studios Florida into Florida’s biggest party, complete with the return of the parade, the beads, the tribute store, the food, and the big name concerts, and an iconic Tribute Store.
Oviedo Mall Winter Carnival
February 4 - 8
Oviedo Mall Winter Carnival Enjoy midway fun for the whole family with rides and games for all ages and deep-fried treats, sweets and other carnival eats. Admission and parking are free. Parent/guardian supervision is required for ages 17 and younger.
Florida State Fair
February 5 - 16
The Florida State Fair takes place at the Florida Sate Fairgeounds in Tampa, and boasts the largest Midway in the USA, plus shopping, food, livestock, non stop entertainment, and so much more, including racing pigs!
International Vegan Food Festival
February 8
At the International Vegan Food Festival at Wall Street in Orlando you'll have the opportunity to explore a wide range of vegan food, each offering unique and delectable dishes. From vegan burgers and pizzas to exotic salads and desserts, there's something for everyone.
Osceola County Fair
February 13 - 22
The 2026 Osceola County Fair is back February 13 - 22 at Osceola Heritage Park! Celebrating its 81st year, Osceola County’s largest event will feature amusement rides, games, exciting exhibits, livestock shows, scrumptious fair food, and a demolition derby.
321: Food Fest and Craft Fair
February 14 - 15
The 321: Food Fest and Craft Fair is Brevard County’s largest Food Festival featuring EVENT SPECIAL A LA CARTE TASTING MENUS priced at only $1-$5 per item, offering you the opportunity to sample a vast variety of all the best from the Space Coast and Beyond all in one place!
Silver Supers Rodeo
February 19 - 22
One of Osceola County’s longest and most treasured traditions celebrates 81 years of dirt-pounding action. The Silver Spurs Rodeo is hosted every 3rd weekend in February, this event features all seven traditional rodeo events: bull riding, saddle bronc riding, bareback riding, steer wrestling, team roping, tie-down roping, and barrel racing.
Greekfest in Brevard
February 20 - 22
The Saint Katherine Greek Festival is the oldest Food & Cultural Festival in Brevard County for over 50+ years. Held at the Church campus grounds since its start as an Easter picnic – this event has been a staple of Mediterranean culture in the County. We welcome all to attend and learn about our folk culture, the thousands of years of Orthodox history, our idyllic homeland and of course enjoy our freshly prepared food!
Mount Dora Scottish Highland Festival
February 20 - 22
Get ready to celebrate Scottish culture like never before at the Mount Dora Scottish Highland Festival! Join us for an exhilarating day filled with bagpipes, Highland athletics, Celtic music, dancing, a vibrant tartan parade, and thrilling Pipes and Drums performances. Experience a lively atmosphere with fun kids' activities, delicious food and beverage vendors, unique merchandise, and society tents—all in a family-friendly environment perfect for residents and visitors alike.
Space Coast Key Lime Pie Festival
February 21 - 22
The Space Coast Key Lime Pie Festival is a weekend, outdoor, family festival, designed to create an environment for people to enjoy affordable, healthy and wholesome fun. In Florida, we like to celebrate the things that make the Sunshine State unique. Citrus, eccentrics, people & pie.
Central Florida Fair
February 26 - March 8
The Central Florida Fair is returning for its 114th year to the Central Florida Fairgrounds on West Colonial Dr. Enjoy the midway featuring rides, games, and food, along with live entertainment, animals, livestock exhibitions and competitive exhibits, and so much more, including the much loved racing pigs of course!!
Florida Strawberry Festival
February 26 - March 8
Located between Tampa and Lakeland, the Florida Strawberry Festival is a uniquely Florida Festival that features tons of fresh strawberries, buckets of yummy cream, together with a star studded line up of entertainment, wild rides, agriculture, arts, crafts, exhibitors, vendors, and more, with something for the whole family throughout the eleven day celebration.
Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend
February 26 - March 2
Every Disney Princess has been on her own unique and incredible journey. And during the 2026 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend, runDisney athletes can celebrate those journeys––and live their very own––over five fantastical days at Walt Disney Resort.
2026 Daytona Bike Week
February 27 - March 8
The 85th Annual Daytona Beach Bike Week, one of the best-known motorcycle rallies in the world, is February 27 -- March 8, 2026. Motorcycle enthusiasts are invited to enjoy spring riding in Daytona Beach for this 10-day rally - along historic Main Street to Midtown, Scenic A1A Highway, and through the best of old Florida, the Ormond Beach Scenic Loop. The celebration continues at Daytona International Speedway, Teddy Morse's Daytona Harley-Davidson, and the U.S. 1 corridors and other locations throughout Volusia County.
4th Annual Avalon SpringFest 2026 – Lunar New Year Festival
February 28
Bring your friends and family to celebrate the start of the Lunar New Year of the Horse at the 4th Annual Avalon Park SpringFest in Orlando! Come and enjoy exciting Dragon and Lion dances, Japanese Taiko, beautiful folk dances, and amazing martial arts-Kung Fu demonstrations. Admission is free! And make sure you pack your lawn chair or blankets for the outdoor event.
March
EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
March 4 - June 1
The popular and fragrant, EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival features fresh cuisine, colorful gardens, playful topiaries and vibrant entertainment. Plus, the popular Garden Rocks Concert Series 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.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Food & Wine Festival
March 6 - May 17
A world of taste awaits at the Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Food & Wine Festival. All-new culinary creations influenced by vibrant spices and bold flavors including an exciting lineup of musical acts on select Friday, Saturday & Sunday's.
Grant Seafood Festival
March 7 - 8
The 2026 Grant Seafood Festival is a time honored tradition like none other but what really sets it apart is the total commitment from our community — the festival is run 100% by volunteers and many booths are made up of family members, often having several generations working along side one another. Free admission, free parking, over 150 crafters exhibiting, live continuous entertainment, along with a vast menu of delicious seafood makes this a weekend no one wants to miss!
Floral City Strawberry Festival
March 7 - 8
The Floral City Strawberry Festival is held annually the first weekend in March at Floral Park in Floral City. The festival celebrates its tasty name sake with a full weekend of fun that has been a local tradition for generations with 200 vendors, food trucks, kid zones, a beer & wine garden, non-stop live entertainment, including the Prince & Princess Strawberry Pageant and ever popular pie eating contests.
Festival Latino Downtown Ocala
March 7
The 2026 Festival Latino Downtown Ocala is back. Celebrating Latin culture with food and music for families. Kiosk, Food Trucks, Handcraft and more.
Taste of Oviedo
March 7
Taste of Oviedo takes over most of the Oviedo Mall parking lot for a day of music, food and beverage, and family fun activities, March 7, 2026. Come create memories with the whole family at Oviedo’s biggest event tradition. You’ll be able to sip on adult beverages, discover your new favorite festival food, or find unique shopping vendors in our Oviedo Roots Farmer’s Market area.
MegaCon Orlando
March 19 - 22
MegaCon Orlando is one of North America's largest comic con's and each year the event brings exciting family-friendly attractions, events, and world-renowned celebrities to Orlando. If you're into comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, or cosplay, the hugely popular MegaCon Orlando returns to take over the Orange County Convention Center from March 19 - 22, 2026.
The 65th Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival
March 20 - 22
The Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival features artists from around the World, one of the oldest, largest and most prestigious outdoor art festivals in the country, the free to browse show features hundreds of national artists displaying paintings, sculpture, glasswork, jewelry, woodworking and much more.
April
Fiesta in the Park
April 4 - 5
Orlando's longest-running tradition the Fiesta in the Park returns to Lake Eola Park! Celebrate the beauty of the season as hundreds of amazing artists and crafter booths with surround the park, plus enjoy a variety of food vendors, live entertainment, and a kid's zone.
Ocala Brick City Beer & Wine Festival
April 4
Sip on exceptional craft brews and enjoy lively activities at the Brick City Beer and Wine Festival. . Don’t miss this family-friendly event, where scrumptious bites, sensational drinks, and vibrant entertainment await. Organized by the Ocala Silver Springs Rotary Club and the Ocala Sunset Rotary, this annual event donates proceeds to local charities. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly activities or hanging out with fellow beer lovers, this event ensures memorable experiences for all ages.
Florida Film Festival
April 10 - 19
Grab the popcorn and get ready as Hollywood sets up home right here in Central Florida. Regarded as one of the finest film festivals in the U.S., the Florida Film Festival is an annual showcase for the best in American Independent and Foreign Cinema.
Celebration Exotic Car Festival
April 10 - 14
Get ready for the 23rd annual Celebration Exotic Car Festival to benefit Make-a-Wish! This five-day event near Orlando showcases North America’s largest collection of exotic cars, race cars, Hollywood movie cars, and iconic actors and celebrities, coming together to help children with life-threatening medical conditions.
Space Coast Strawberry Fest
April 11 - 12
Pick your own strawberries at the Space Coast Strawberry Festival. Enjoy this two-day, outdoor, family festival, designed to create an environment for people to enjoy affordable, healthy and wholesome fun. A wide range of enjoyable activities will be offered, all celebrating the wonderful strawberry
SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo
April 14 - 19
Mark your calendars for aviation’s season opener during the 52nd Annual SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo from April 14 - 19, 2026 in beautiful Lakeland.
Melbourne Blueberry Festival
April 18 - 19
Experience the Blueberry Fest on April 18 - 19 at Wickham Park in Melbourne. Join a weekend filled with family fun, fresh blueberries, art & crafts, and more! Enjoy free Frisbee dog shows, delicious food, and a variety of activities including axe throwing tournaments, pony rides, and live entertainment.
Cinco de Mayo at SeaWorld Orlando
April 23 - May 4
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at SeaWorld Orlando with authentic music, delicious Mexican cuisine, and festive entertainment as part of our Seven Seas Food Festival.
Forbidden Kingdom Music Festival
April 25 - 26
Insomniac’s Forbidden Kingdom Music Festival is Florida’s premier destination for bass and dubstep lovers featuring over 50 artists, art installations and multiple stages at Orlando Amphitheater at Central Florida Fairgrounds.
Florida Puerto Rican Parade and Festival
April 25
The Florida Puerto Rican Parade and Festival is a destination event for families from across the region and Puerto Rico to get together. The 2026 parade and festival will be held on April 26, 2025 in downtown Orlando. All the activities are dedicated to the Municipality of Aguadilla “City of Enchantments”
May
Cinco de Mayo at SeaWorld Orlando
April 1 - 4
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at SeaWorld Orlando with authentic music, delicious Mexican cuisine, and festive entertainment as part of our Seven Seas Food Festival.
Welcome to Rockville
May 7 - 10
Take it all in, Welcome to Rockville is the biggest rock festival in North America, and you will be a part of history. The're cranking up the volume with a monster roster of over 150+ bands, which is 50 more than last year. Buckle up; this is just the beginning. Get your passes NOW to a beast of a festival with the power to unleash rock like never before.
Viva La Música at SeaWorld Orlando
May 9 - 10 & May 16 - 17
ExperienceViva La Musica at SeaWorld Orlando. This festive, family-friendly Latin celebration in a new way as you dance to the hottest music, sample fiery flavors, shop for authentic souvenirs, and much more.
Orlando Fringe
May 12 - 25
The longest-running Fringe Theatre Festival in the United States features every genre imaginable, including drama, dance, musicals, comedy, burlesque, puppetry and more. Orlando’s 14-day immersive cultural experience, the Annual Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival includes over 2,000 ticketed performances, and includes an outdoor music festival called Visual Fringe, which features displays of art, while Kids Fringe provides weekend play and entertainment for younger audience members.
Space Coast Burger Battle
May 16
Brevard County’s only Burger Fest featuring event special a la carte tasting menus from burger competitors and dessert vendors priced at $5 or less per item offering you the opportunity to sample a vast variety of all the best from the space coast and beyond all-in-one place!
Large variety of alcohol, including cocktails, hard seltzers, local draft craft brews, domestic and import beers, and non-alcoholic beverages! Live music from the area’s hottest bands to keep the good vibes going all day & into the night
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Summer Nights
May 21 - August 8
Stay Longer. Play Later at Busch Gardens Tampa Summer Nights! Celebrate all summer long with the ultimate evening thrills that light up the park with extended hours, non-stop dazzling entertainment and special summer eats & treats!
SeaWorld Summer Spectacular
May 21 - August 31
When the sun goes down at SeaWorld Orlando, the night comes to life with electrifying dance music, colorful lights, and a fireworks spectacular!
New Smyrna Beach Jazz Festival
May 29 - 31
The New Smyrna Beach Jazz Festival is one of Central Florida’s premier music events. It is a lively three- day affair with great jazz, good food and lots of fun. Flagler Avenue has proven to be the perfect location, with concert goers going from club to club all day from the Atlantic Ocean to the Indian River. Through the years the festival has expanded to include Third Avenue, Canal Street, South Atlantic Avenue, the North Causeway in New Smyrna Beach, Riverside Drive and Route 44.
Pridefest Kissimmee
May 30
PrideFest Kissimmee is a vibrant celebration dedicated to honoring and embracing the rich diversity and impactful contributions of our local LGBTQIA+ community. As we come together in unity, this event serves as a beacon of inclusivity, fostering awareness and understanding while showcasing the talents and achievements of our LGBTQIA+ neighbors. Join us for a day filled with live performances, engaging activities, and diverse vendors, as we celebrate love, acceptance, and pride in the heart of Kissimmee.
June
One Magical Weekend 2026
June 4 - 8
Get ready to dive into a world of vibrant celebration and non-stop entertainment at One Magical Weekend 2026! With events at the enchanting Walt Disney World Resorts, this event is heralded as one of the largest LGBTQ+ pride and music festivals globally. With a lineup of top international DJ talent and round-the-clock, world-class events, it’s the perfect place to feel the pulse of the community and dance the night away. Signature events, including Riptide at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Waterpark, promises an unforgettable night filled with music, excitement, and the energy of thousands of attendees.
Girls in Wonderland
June 4 - 8
Girls in Wonderland is a magical weekend at an exclusive women’s resort! So hop on board for a weekend that promises something for everyone including spectacular dance parties, celebrities, pool parties, comedy shows, theme parks and thousands of women from around the country and the world celebrating in grand style.
GayDayS Orando
June 4 - 7
GayDayS features an unbeatable combination of attractions, events, and parties to help create a magical dream of a vacation week. From the tropical wonderland of the GayDays Host Hotel, to the thrill rides of the theme parks, you're sure to find an event that will amaze and delight you.
Silver Spurs Rodeo
June 5 - 6
School’s out and the Silver Spurs Rodeo is in! Watch the sport of rodeo's seven traditional events: bull riding, bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping, team roping, steer wrestling, and women's barrel racing. In between the seven traditional events, you’ll also see acts throughout the night from our rodeo clown, witness a performance from our Junior Silver Spurs Quadrille Team, and see junior bull riders and barrel racers compete in the arena!
Orlando Brick Convention - LEGO Fan Expo
June 6 - 7
LEGO fans get ready! The Orlando Brick Convention takes over Central Floirda Fairgrounds and will be twice as big as last year's event with twice the amount of epic LEGO displays. The event features meet-and-greets with LEGO Masters, incredible LEGO creations, vendors, building zones, and so much more!
July
The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
July - November
Get ready to sip and savor at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, featuring more than 25 Global Marketplaces throughout EPCOT, and enjoy the live music at the Eat to the Beat Concert Series at America Gardens Theatre.
SeaWorld Bands, Brew & BBQ
July - August
At SeaWord Orlando enjoy over 100 crafts beers from breweries across the State of Florida, plus a few domestic craft favorites.
Bier Fest Brews & BBQ at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
July - August
Sip and savor seasonal brew offerings and new beer-inspired recipes at Bier Fest Brews & BBQ.
August
Visit Orlando Magical Dining
August - October
Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining take place from late August through the start of October, featuring $40 prix-fixe menus at more than 100 of Orlando’s best restaurants.
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Select Nights, August - November
Get ready for a spooktacular celebration with plenty of tricks and treats. Enjoy spellbinding entertainment, favorite Disney characters dressed in their Halloween best and more.
September
Great Irish Hooley at Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant.
September
Need a good dose of authentic Irish music? Then you’re in for a treat at Central Florida’s only authentic Irish and roots music festival, the Great Irish Hooley at Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant, featuring top Irish bands playing everything from trad and folk to Celt grass and blues.
Halloween Horror Nights
Select Nights September - November
Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) at Universal Orlando Resort is huge, its one of the biggest Halloween events in Florida, and features horror of all genres, from cinematic greats and crazed cult favorites to the park’s original abominations, and each year the legend grows and the experience reaches beyond your wildest nightmares.
Howl-O-Scream At Busch Gardens Tampa
Select Nights, September - October
Tampa’s premier Halloween event, Howl-O-Scream returns earlier than ever with new frights & scares taking over the entire park with haunted houses, scare zones, sinister shows and more.
Howl-O-Scream At SeaWorld Orlando
Select Nights, September - November
Howl-O-Scream resurfaces at SeaWorld Orlando. Evade angry haunts as they rampage through scare zones. Seek shelter indoors, only to find you’ve entered a house of horrors.
Halloween Spooktacular
Select Dates, September - November
At SeaWorld Orlando Spooktacular, trick-or-treat and meet silly Halloween characters during this family-friendly daytime event.
LEGOLAND Florida Brick-or-Treat
Select Days, September - October
Families will be screaming in excitement at LEGOLAND Florida Brick-or-Treat this year, with more candy, more LEGO characters and more spell-binding surprises than ever before.
Scream-A-Geddon
September - November
Spread across 20 acres in a remote corner of Pasco County, the scariest of horror parks, Scream-A-Geddon Horror Park has haunted houses, a zombie paintball fight and monsters who can and will grab you!
Sir Henry Haunted Trail
Select Nights, September - November
At Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail expect haunted experiences, a haunted hayride, 2 escape rooms, plus laser tag, and axe throwing.
October
Come Out With Pride
October
The annual Come Out With Pride event is a 3-day experience to raise awareness and celebrate the Orlando LGBTQ+ community. There is a huge parade, and tons of fun events and activities including drag shows, dance parties, comedy shows and more.
Orlando Film Festival
October
The Orlando Film Festival is an immersive eight-day experience that includes more than 300 films and industry panels and workshops, all geared to the 300+ indie filmmakers and 12,000 in attendance.
November
Electric Daisy Carnival
November 6 - 8
The Electric Daisy Carnival at Tinkers Field combines electronic music on multiple stages with rides and art displays, including huge three-dimensional sculptures and glow-in-the-dark environments to create an experience that brings tens-of-thousands of people to Orlando every year, along with dancers, stiltwalkers, aerialists and circus performers.
Vans Warped Tour Orlando
November 14 - 15
The countdown is on! Vans Warped Tour is making a return to Camping World Stadium November 14 & 15, attracting fans with its diverse lineup and unique festival atmosphere.
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
Select Nights, November - December
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is a separately ticketed event including festive favorites including the Christmas extravaganza stage show, “Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration,” the sparkling spectacular “Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks” and the merry must-see “Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade.”
EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays
November - December
Be immersed in the wondrous sights, sounds and flavors of the season at the Candlelight Processional! Savor treasured recipes from around the globe at Holiday Kitchens. And embark on a journey with Holiday Storytellers sharing holiday traditions from around the world.
SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration
November - January
SeaWorld Orlando’s award-winning Christmas Celebration transforms SeaWorld Orlando into a winter wonderland, from the iconic Sea of Trees that dance to music as they light up the central lagoon, to delicious holiday treats, and fan-favorite holiday shows and seasonal entertainment throughout the park.
Holidays At Universal Orlando Resort
November - December
Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort include Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter as Hogwarts Castle lights up for the holidays and festive decor brightens up the streets of Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley. Larger-than-life balloons float through the streets of Universal Studios Florida in Universal’s Holiday Parade, and enjoy the music and fun of The Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular starring the Grinch.
Christmas Town At Busch Gardens Tampa
November - January
At Christmas Town at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, experience the joy of the season up close with animal encounters, thrilling rides, holiday inspired culinary delights and festive shows like Christmas on Ice.
Ice at Gaylord Palms Resort
November - January
At Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center step into a wonderland carved by expert artisans out of 2 million pounds of colorful ice with a dazzling display of larger-than-life sculptures, thrilling ice slides, and awe-inspiring tunnels.
Holidays At LEGOLAND Florida Resort
Select Days, November - December
At LEGOLAND Florida Resort, this jolly time of year features a giant LEGO Christmas tree, unforgettable seasonal shows, holiday characters, special treats, LEGO activities, twinkling lights and more during Holidays at LEGOLAND!
Festival of the Trees at Orlando Museum of Art
November
Don’t miss Council of 101’s annual Festival of Trees, at the Orlando Museum of Art, inviting guests to enter a charming, wooded wonderland to kick off the Christmas season. During Festival of Trees, enjoy enchanting décor, more than 30 designer-decorated trees, exceptional gingerbread houses and wreaths.
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic
November
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic treats guests to a street party festival with unlimited food and beverage tastings at diverse food stations, featuring unlimited culinary selections from the hotel’s award-winning restaurants, and wine, beer and other sips from around the world.
FusionFest
November
FusionFest is a unique cultural celebrations, presenting a microcosm of the whole world in the heart of downtown Orlando. Representing more than 110 different global cultures, FusionFest is free to attend, with food, beverages and merchandise available for purchase. It’s held at the open-air Seneff Arts Plaza at downtown’s Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
December
Eola Winter Wonderland
December
Celebrate the holiday season at the City of Orlando's Eola Winter Wonderland at Lake Eola Park. Highlights incklude the 64-foot Christmas tree, holiday performances at the Walt Disney Amphitheater, food trucks and a holiday market on International Plaza at Lake Eola Park.
Now Snowing In Celebration
December
Now Snowing is a month-long Winter Wonderland Spectacular featuring strolling Charles Dickens style Carolers, photos with Santa, horse drawn carriage rides, train rides, ice skating, and nightly snowfalls.
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