The Top 10 Things To Do in Orlando this Weekend, October 9 - 11, 2026
The weekend is here, and with so much to do in Orlando, we've brought together the Top 10 Events that you can't afford to miss!
Looking for something fun to do in Orlando this weekend? Great! There is a huge variety of exciting happening around the city, including live music, stand-up comedy shows, car shows, sporting events, musicals, plays, nightlife, food and drink experiences and so much more.
And with so much to do this weekend in Orlando and throughout Central Florida, we've selected the Top 10 Events and Things To Do that we consider a must-do - events that you can't afford to miss, and that will make your weekend memorable!
The Top 10 Things To Do In Orlando This Weekend
October 9 - 11, 2026
October 7 - 10
Your favorite soul-sucking sirens of Salem, Winifred, Mary and Sarah Sanderson, return to to Orlando's Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater in a brand-new theatrical rock concert for all ages. Get ready for an evening filled with music and parodies from the mid 1900s through now and a promise that their “virgitarian” diet keeps your soul safe! Celebrating their 9th season of magic, The Sanderson Sisters of Rock Cauldron Cabaret will cast a spell sure to have you singing, laughing and dancing till you die.
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 a Kids Entrepreneur Market.
October 10 - 25, Select Dates
Gatorland, the “Alligator Capital of the World,” is bringing back its popular Gators, Ghosts and Goblins Halloween Event for another year of family fun and fright done right! Enjoy haunted trails, interactive characters, animal meet-and-greets, photo ops, and a children’s costume parade with treat bags for all kids who participate! There’s also fun shows, Live DJ, a variety of specialty vendors, games, candy giveaways, and more! This fun daytime, family-friendly event is included with park admission
October 10 - 11
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
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. FREE admission for all spectators, friends, and family.Live music begins at 4 pm with street performers and more.
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
Get ready for one of Orlando’s most colorful automotive events! Orlando, Pink Edition returns to Dezerland Park Orlando with a collection of incredible pink vehicles for a day of cars, community and support during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Hosted by Eccentric Garage, the show features custom cars, classics, imports, exotics, trucks, motorcycles and more, all in pink! Wear your favorite pink, bring your friends and family, and explore an unforgettable lineup as Dezerland Park turns pink for a purpose.
October 11
Get ready for a spooktacular afternoon of trick-or-treating, entertainment, games, and family-friendly Halloween fun at the Orange County Regional History Center! With plenty of sweet treats and just the right amount of spooky, the museum transforms into a fun adventure of all ages. Come dressed in your favorite costume and explore the museum at your own pace as you follow our Halloween scavenger hunt and discover candy stations throughout the galleries. Trick-or-treat bags will be provided. Outside in Heritage Square Park, the Orange County Library System presents WeFlip Entertainment in a gravity-defying performance of stunts and acrobatics with plenty of audience interaction. Outdoor entertainment will also feature Halloween-themed crafts, activities, games, and vendors. Costumes encouraged. Fun for the whole family.
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
The Mount Dora Ice Cream Stroll & Pup Walk is back for fall — with more than 20 ice cream samples included with every ticket and 27 stops to explore throughout downtown Mount Dora. On Sunday, October 11, historic downtown Mount Dora transforms into a self-guided ice cream tasting tour, with different flavors waiting at businesses throughout downtown. Yes — the ice cream is included in your ticket price. Purchase your ticket, check in, and spend the afternoon making your way through downtown while sampling more than 20 different ice creams along the route.
What are you most excited for this weekend? Let us know in the comments, and for a complete list of what's happening in Orlando this weekend, check out our Weekend Guide.
For a complete guide to everything happening in Orlando this month, check out The Best Things To Do In Orlando This Month.
Before attending any of the events listed on Gotta Go Orlando, you should contact the organizer or venue to confirm that the event is taking place as information, changes, and cancellations can and do occur.
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