The Top 10 Things to Do in Orlando this Week, May 12 - 18, 2025
- Alastair Mac
- 6 hours ago
- 4 min read
Welcome to a new week in Orlando, and to make sure you don't miss anything, we've selected the best event and things to do throughout the week ahead in the city.
It's a brand new week, and you better hold on tight, because we have an entire week of awesome events and things to do in Orlando, including some awesome concerts, sporting events, community events, farmers markets, car shows, theme park events, and so much more!
To help you decide what to do this week, check out our hand selected choice of the Top 10 Things to Do in Orlando this week, and whatever you decide to do, have a great week, and have fun!
Top 10 Things To Do In Orlando This Week, May 12 - 18, 2025
April 23 - May 18
Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. This is Disney’s The Lion King, making its triumphant return to the Walt Disney Theater! More than 100 million people around the world have experienced the awe-inspiring visual artistry, the unforgettable music, and the uniquely theatrical storytelling of this Broadway spectacular – one of the most breathtaking and beloved productions ever to grace the stage.
This is your last chance to catch The Lion King before the sun sets on this spectacular musical, don't miss it!
May 13 - 26
Orlando Fringe is back, and of course it's in our Top 10!!
This Theatrical Festival is the longest running fringe in the United States and provides an opportunity for artists to showcase their craft while making theatre more accessible to audiences and artists alike. It offers lots of live entertainment, unique theatre experiences, visual art displays,
kid friendly shows and activities, and free concerts!
May 15-18
Of course Welcome To Rockville makes our Top 10, this is America's Largest Rock Festival!! Taking place at Daytona International Speedway, see Linkin Park, Green Day, Korn, Shinedown and more.
May 15 - 18
This year, Thunder on Cocoa Beach offshore powerboat races will be returning for its 15th year on Florida’s Space Coast, scheduled for May 15-18, 2025. Head to Cocoa Beach, the closest beach to Orlando for 4 days and nights of parties and lots of racing action. The Space Coast Super Boat Grand Prix is one of the most popular attractions for the whole family in Central Florida. The event, one of the largest in Central Florida, draws the top race teams in the World to compete in various classes with Class 1 reaching speeds over 175 mph.
May 15
Margaret Cho is coming to The Plaza Live. Get your tickets now and get ready for a live and livid night of rage!!
Cho promises plenty of wit and wrath about the state of the world, with the comedian ready to rage about homophobia, sexism, racism and the fight to stay alive.
May 15
Celebrate arts, culture, and history on the 3rd Thursday of every month in downtown Orlando from 4:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Presented by Downtown Arts District in concert with DTOLive!, The 3rd Thursday Orlando series features art activations, live performances, history exhibitions, and so much more.
May 15
Generous support provided by the Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program. Access for All at OMA is a monthly free day dedicated to the community. We always recomend a visit Orlando museum of Art, and especially when its free!!
May 17 - 18
Get ready for Gatorland’s 6th Annual Gatorpalooza, happening May 17th & 18th, 2025!
This action-packed festival is full of family fun, exciting entertainment, and, of course, all the alligators, animals, and awesomeness that make Gatorland “The Alligator Capital of the World!” PLUS, don’t miss the – 5th Annual Gatorland Florida Man Challenge on Saturday, May 17th – a wild and wacky competition like no other!
We love Gatorland and this uniqely Florida attraction will always make our Top 10!!
May 17
Perhaps best known for his vibrant portrayal of The Genie in Disney’s ALADDINon Broadway, Michael James Scott brings his signature brand of light and laughter to new renditions of classic tunes spanning pop, soul, Disney, and Broadway. Join Michael as he comes home to Steinmetz Hall at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts for this magical production.
This is a must-see show, and we highly recommend you get tickets now!
May 17
AAHC hosts the annual Asian Cultural Festival in May. The celebration showcases a wide variety of Asian American cultures and talent from Central Florida’s Asian American ethnic groups from China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.
For our complete guide to everything happening in Orlando throughout the month, check out The Best Things To Do In Orlando This Month.
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