The Top 10 Things To Do in Orlando this Weekend, September 18 - 20, 2026
The weekend is now, and with so much to do this weekend 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? The good news is that 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.
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
September 18 - 20, 2026
September 17 - 20
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Weekend with us at Boxi Park September 17-20
Kick it off Thursday with Boxi Park Run Club, join us Friday for a salsa lesson, catch live Latin bands Saturday, and stop by Sunday for a family-friendly finale. Live entertainment, great food, and cold drinks all weekend long. Grab your friends and family and head to Boxi Park in Lake Nona for a weekend of música, sabor, and celebration!
September 18 - October 31
Join Showcase of Citrus Pumpkin Ponderosa located at 5010 US-27, Clermont to pick your perfect pumpkin, take great family photos, and enjoy various activities! Burn off steam on the playground, take a hayride or even a haunted monster truck ride. Their mostly shaded attractions are in full swing for pumpkin season. The Magical Maze has thirteen scary monster pictures hidden throughout…find them all and win a prize! The giant culvert slide, barrel train rides, trike track, duck races and so much more are available in the Jolly Acres play area. Jack’s Barnyard petting zoo is the place to visit with all of their farm animal friends, and experience some of the animals up close in the animal encounter areas. Hayrides and bounce pillows complete the fun!
September 18
On Friday, September 18, 2026, as night falls over SeaWorld Orlando, the shadows come alive. Step into the only nighttime terror run of its kind — Howl-O-Sprint 5K — where relentless creatures stalk your every step and whispers of curses hang in the air. Race past roller coasters haunted by unspeakable horrors. Navigate eerie landscapes and harrowing scare zones lurking in the park’s darkest corners. Every stride is a fight-or-flight moment… and the finish line may be your only escape. After you survive, celebrate your victory at the exclusive post-race Howl-O-Scream party.
September 19 - November 22
Celebrate fall in Florida at Amber Brooke Farm’s biggest festival of the year at 36111 N CR 44A Eustis! From nostalgic traditions to new seasonal favorites, enjoy family activities, great food, and live entertainment every weekend. The family can pick pumpkins, get lost in the crop maze, pet animals in the petting zoo, pick flowers and vegetables, listen to live music and entertainment, and more. Plus, enjoy all your favorite year-round farm activities.
September 19 - November 1
Get ready for an authentic Oktoberfest experience in Kissimmee. Join Krush Brau Park and indulge in all the beer, food, music, and fun that make Oktoberfest a beloved global celebration. Krush Brau Park has recreated the spirit of Munich's Oktoberfest to bring you an unforgettable experience. Adorned with traditional Bavarian décor and vibrant Oktoberfest colors, sets the perfect backdrop for a memorable celebration.
September 19 - 20
Join Orlando Science Center for Fantasy Weekend on September 19 & 20, where science and fun meet at the crossroads of magic and whimsy! And guess what?! Exclusively on Sunday September 20, get 50% OFF ADMISSION all day at Orlando Science Center!
September 19 - 20⠀⠀⠀
SIDETOBERFEST, is Sideward Brewing's annual Oktoberfest celebration in unison with opening day in Munich, now lasting the whole weekend long, baby! This means two whole days of enjoying the biergarten, an entire special menu of German-inspired fare, litres and litres of Sausage Fingers, and live entertainment. traditional trachten encouraged!
September 19 - 20
Celebrate the beginning of the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra’s 2026/2027 Season with an Opening Night unlike anything you’ve experienced before. Featuring not one, but three extraordinary pianists, this concert blends classical masterworks, jazz-inspired brilliance, and theatrical elements into one concert.
September 19
Step into a day of creativity, culture, and community as the Orange County Regional History Center, celebrate Heritage Day and the opening of our newest exhibition By Heart and By Hand, honoring the artistry of Black craft makers in Central Florida. Through hands-on activities, family-friendly experiences, and opportunities to explore traditions from across our community, visitors of all ages will discover how art, craft, and storytelling help preserve heritage and connect generations
September 20
Join us for a “paw-some” fall day out at Pets on the Promenade, where furry friends and their humans gather for a tail-wagging good time! Back by “paw-pular” demand, the Promenade at Sunset Walk hosts its first ever Fall Edition of Pets on the Promenade on Sunday, September 20, 2026. Join us for an afternoon celebrating your best friend, featuring live music, street performers, and more! FREE admission and parking. Public welcome.
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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