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- Apr 10

Things To Do in Orlando this Weekend, April 12 - 14, 2024

Orlando's events calendar is packed with the most amazing events, festivals and things to do every weekend! Check out this weekend's concerts, theater shows, family events, food & drink festivals, car shows, and so much more!

Events & Things To Do In Orlando This Weekend!

The weekend brings an almost endless choice of events and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, and every weekend we select the best events and things to do, including concerts, comedy shows, farmers markets, outdoor movie nights, arts festivals, theme park events, car shows, and more.

And with so much happening, you can trust Gotta Go Orlando to bring you the best and most-up-to-date events in Orlando. Whatever you decide to do this weekend in Orlando, have a great time!

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Events & Things To Do In Orlando This Weekend

Friday, April 12, 2024

Saturday, April 13, 2024

Sunday, April 14, 2024

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FRIDAY, APRIL 12, 2024

Aloha to Summer at Aquatica Orlando

Saturday & Sunday, March 30 - June 2

Say “Aloha” to summer at Aquatica Orlando with festive fun from morning through night! Enjoy specialty food and beverage offerings, exciting entertainment including dance parties and activities, plus enjoy the most waterslides in Orlando, including the All-New Tassie’s Underwater Twist!

Ride The Cyclone

Select Dates, April 5 - June 1

Theatre South Playhouse presents Ride The Cyclone. In this hilarious and outlandish story, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in a freak accident aboard a roller coaster. When they awake in limbo, a mechanical fortune teller invites each to tell a story to win a prize like no other...

EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

February 28 - May 27

Attend a springtime event abloom with brilliant gardens, fresh flavors, lively entertainment and more! The popular Garden Rocks Concert Series features favorite tunes at the America Gardens Theatre. And of course, fresh flavors are on the menu at Outdoor Kitchens and other food and beverage locations throughout the park, among other delights.

Seven Seas Food Festival at SeaWorld Orlando

Select Dates, February 2 - May 19

Oceans of flavor and fun are waiting at SeaWorld. Everyone will find tasty delights among more than 200 distinct offerings. Explore more than 50 fresh global cuisine choices to pair with over 75 refreshing wine, cocktails, and craft brews. Plus, add a taste of rock, country, Latin, or throwback sounds at live music shows every weekend.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Food & Wine Festival

Select Dates, March 9 - May 19

A world of taste awaits at the annual Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Food & Wine Festival with a delicious menu and drinks as dynamic and unique as the park's thrilling roller coaster collection. Guests can sip & savor their way through flavorful eats and mouthwatering treats before finding their new favorite brew or cocktail. Park guests can explore a variety of flavors while enjoying a diverse concert lineup, including acts for all tastes.

Glass in Flight 2 at Leu Gardens

February 3 – May 5

Experience an amazing outdoor sculpture exhibit of larger-than-life flying insects hand-crafted into 28 works of art with Dalle de Verre glass and steel. Created by national known sculptor, Alex Heveri, each piece captures the essence of flight. Glass in Flight 2 takes place at Orlando's Leu Gardens and is included with general admission.

From Here

March 22 - May 5

Renaissance Theatre Company presents a new run of From Here Off-Broadway this summer, An all-Orlando cast and crew will perform our musical love letter to Orlando at the Ren on weekends from March 22 through May 5. Get tickets now.

The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical

April 2 - May 5

The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is the final professional production of the season at Orlando Family Stage. In this dynamic musical adaptation of Rick Riordan’s bestselling book that took Broadway by storm, teenager Percy Jackson discovers he is the half-blood son of a Greek god! With newly-discovered powers he cannot control, a destiny he does not want, and a mythology textbook’s worth of monsters on his trail, Percy and his friends embark on an epic journey to find Zeus’s missing lightning bolt and prevent a war among the gods.

Sesame Street Land's 5th Birthday

January 27 - April 28

Sesame Street Land is turning 5 and Sesame Street Land at SeaWorld Orlando is all decked out with colorful birthday décor. Enjoy fun birthday events including the ALL-NEW Sesame Street Birthday Parade, Birthday Storytime, Birthday-themed crafts and festive Birthday photo ops with everyone’s favorite furry friends.

Pump Boys and Dinettes

Select Dates, April 5 - 28

A smash hit on and off-Broadway, takes to the stage at Theater West End. this crowd-pleasing country-western musical features Prudie and Rhetta Cupp, from the Double Cupp Diner, singing and performing along with the talented boys from the gas station next door.

Florida Film Festival 2024

April 12 - 21

Now in its 33rd year, The Florida Film Festival 2024 presented by The Enzian offers 10 days of 160+ films and first-class events, film lovers mingle with filmmakers and celebrities over hand-crafted cocktails and a delicious menu at Eden Bar and inside Enzian Theater.

Seussical the Musical

Friday, Saturday & Sunday, April 12 - 21

Oh the thinks you can think! Little Radical Theatrics presents its Spring 2024 All Ages Community Theater production of Seussical the Musical!

Five Guys Named Moe

April 4 - 20

Jump into this swinging, high-energy Boradway musical set to Louis Jordan's iconic rhythm and blues/jazz score! Nomax's world has been turned upside down and all he needs is the right music - and the right guys - to get him through. Enter five guys named Moe, stepping out through his radio to cajole and comfort him with dozens of whimsical hit songs from the extraordinary Louis Jordan. An international sensation at Winter Park Playhouse.

Ain't Misbehavin'

April 10 - 18

This delightful Broadway revue at Orlando Shakes evokes the humor and infectious energy of this American original to provide an evening of humor, romance and thrilling music, including “Keepin’ Out of Mischief,” “This Joint is Jumpin’,” “Mean to Me” and title song, “Ain’t Misbehavin’”.

Valencia College Theater Presents ‘Boeing Boeing’

April 5 - 13

Valencia College Theater will present “Boeing Boeing,” the hilarious1960s classic farce about a bachelor juggling three romantic relationships. The play opens on April 5 and will run for seven performances in Valencia College’s Black Box Theater. Get tickets now.

Ocoee Music Fest

April 12 - 13

The free festival features a star-studded lineup including rocker Bret Michaels and country star Michael Ray. Over 40,000 people are expected at this year's Ocoee Music Festival to enjoy awesome music, plus an array of festival food, carnival rides for the kids, a unique marketplace, car show, beer garden, and a marketplace with local artisans and craft vendors. The event is free and everyone is welcome to attend, with the festival taking place at Bill Breeze Park.

SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo

April 9 - 14

Mark your calendars for aviation’s season opener during the 50th Annual SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo in Lakeland. The expo has grown into one of the largest and most successful aviation events in the world.

UCF Celebrates the Arts

April 3 - 14

UCF Celebrates the Arts is an immersive and dynamic cultural extravaganza that fuses creativity, innovation and community engagement. This annual festival showcases the artistic prowess of UCF’s faculty and students and invites the broader community to enjoy performances, exhibitions, presentations and interactive experiences. UCF Celebrates the Arts takes place at Dr Phillips Center and is a unique opportunity for the community to experience the creative side of UCF’s innovative spirit.

Lake County Fair

April 5 - 14

The Lake County Fair, Eustis began in 1921. Now residents and visitors can enjoy crafts, cooking, baking , livestock and a fun midway!

Tampa Bay Blues Festival

April 12 - 14

For over 25 years, the Tampa Bay Blues Festival has been entertaining the region with a mix of blues, jam, and Americana

McRae Art Studios Spring Open House

April 12

You're invited to McRae Art Studios - home to some of Central Florida's most celebrated artists - for our annual Spring Open House.

Neon Night

April 12

See the Orange Court Motor Lodge neon sign from the Morse Museum’s collection illuminated in public for the first time in over thirty years. At 6 p.m., take a “Color & Light” tour of the Morse galleries (available on a first-come, first-served basis).

McRae Art Studios Spring Open House

April 12

You're invited to McRae Art Studios - home to some of Central Florida's most celebrated artists. Come see fresh artwork from 22 Member Artists and get a peek into their working studios. It's a great way to view and shop for original art and get inspired by the creative atmosphere.

Come Out With Pride: Pride Prom

April 12

Pride Prom held at the Orlando Science Center promises to be a dazzling celebration of diversity, inclusion, and love. Set against the backdrop of one of Orlando’s most iconic venues.

Casselberry Food Trucks

April 12

This event is held on the second Friday of each month from 6 - 9 pm at Lake Concord Park.

Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs, tables, blankets and enjoy an incredible evening with free entertainment with food and drink.

Midnight Vice, Antagonizör, High Pressure, Ramtha, and Stunner

April 12

Midnight Vice, Antagonizör, High Pressure, Ramtha, and Stunner is coming to the Conduit. Get your tickets now! 18+

Pirate Night

April 12

ARGH! Ye Matey, it's a swashbuckling time at Cocktails & Screams as we head out onto the High Seas! Specialty cocktails, Live entertainment, & more!

Emo Night Karaoke

April 12

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

Broadway Rave

April 12

Broadway Rave comes to The Beacham. Get your tickets now! 18+

The Naughty Nightcap Burlesque Show

April 12

Come celebrate the first anniversary of Cosmic Chaos with us at The Naughty Nightcap Burlesque 1-Year Celebration on April 12th! Join the sultry performers of Cosmic Chaos Burlesque at The Falcon Bar.

Bit Brigade

April 12

Bit Brigade performs “The Legend of Zelda” + “Castlevania” at The Abbey!

Bang Yongguk III: The U.S. Tour 2024

April 12

Bang Yongguk III: The U.S. Tour 2024 is coming to The Plaza Live. Get your tickets now!

Silvestre Dangond

April 12

Get ready for a vallenato experience like no other! Silvestre Dangond is coming to Kia Center on April 12.

Taylor Acorn: Good Enough Tour

April 12

Taylor Acorn: GOOD ENOUGH TOUR comes to The Social. Get your tickets now! 12+

Alberto Dimeo

April 12

Alberto Dimeo comes to Celine Orlando. Get your tickets now! 18+

The Forum & Cannibal Kids

April 12

Montgomery Drive Presents: The Forum and Cannibal Kids, live at Wills Pub - Orlando.

904 Jazz Organ Trio: Ulysses Owens Jr., Scott Giddens and Barry Greene

April 12

Month of Jazz / Live at Timucua: Grammy winning drummer Ulysses Owens teams up with B3 organist Scott Giddens and Jacksonville jazz guitarist Barry Greene for an evening of great jazz.

Emo Night Karaoke

April 12

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

Harold Lopez-Nussa: Timba a la Americana

April 12

Happening in Judson’s Live – Dr. Phillips Center’s newest and most intimate music room.

Art After Dark at Lake Nona

Every Friday

Every Friday night, Art After Dark takes over Lake Nona Town Center from 6 pm. Enjoy a stroll as you explore hand crafted artisan products, and tasty cuisine. Be sure to grab a glass a wine, stay a while and enjoy the art displayed on the art installation, The Beacon.

TPD Night Market

Every Friday

TPD Night Market is a weekly Friday night market featuring 20 plus vendors at 431 E Central Blvd, Thornton Park, Orlando.

Winter Garden Friday on the Plaza

Every Friday

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

Friday Muscle Car Show & Cruise

Every Friday

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 begins at 3 pm featuring show-quality muscle and factory-performance cars from 1964 and newer and classics from 1985 and older. Cars cruise at 8:30 pm.

Dockside Dueling Pianos

Every Friday

Enjoy nonstop live piano music every Friday night at The Wharf at Sunset Walk with late-night food and drink menu.

Sundown Sessions at Lil Indies

Every Friday and Saturday

Sundown Sessions; a free early live-music series inside Lil Indies, giving you the chance to ease into your evening with a cocktail or mocktail, and laid back rock, pop, folk or blues music. Sundown Sessions feature a rotating roster of solo & duo local acts, plus an occasional touring act in Lil Indies.

Duel of Fools at SAK Comedy Lab

Every Friday and Saturday

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.

King Of The Hill at SAK Comedy Lab

Every Friday and Saturday

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 at King of the Hill!

SATURDAY, APRIL 13, 2024

Aloha to Summer at Aquatica Orlando

Saturday & Sunday, March 30 - June 2

Ride The Cyclone

Select Dates, April 5 - June 1

EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

February 28 - May 27

Seven Seas Food Festival at SeaWorld Orlando

Select Dates, February 2 - May 19

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Food & Wine Festival

Select Dates, March 9 - May 19

Glass in Flight 2 at Leu Gardens

February 3 – May 5

From Here

March 22 - May 5

The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical

April 2 - May 5

Sesame Street Land's 5th Birthday

January 27 - April 28

Pump Boys and Dinettes

Select Dates, April 5 - 28

April Family Foam Party at Island H20

Saturday & Sunday, April 6 - 28

At Island H20 Water Park in Kissimmee, Enjoy Family Foam Party weekends in April! Foam, Family Music, and more!

Florida Film Festival 2024

April 12 - 21

Seussical the Musical

Friday, Saturday & Sunday, April 12 - 21

Oh the thinks you can think! Little Radical Theatrics presents its Spring 2024 All Ages Community Theater production of Seussical the Musical!

Five Guys Named Moe

April 4 - 20

Ain't Misbehavin'

April 10 - 18

Valencia College Theater Presents ‘Boeing Boeing’

April 5 - 13

Ocoee Music Fest

April 12 - 13

SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo

April 9 - 14

UCF Celebrates the Arts

April 3 - 14

Lake County Fair

April 5 - 14

The Lake County Fair, Eustis began in 1921. Now residents and visitors can enjoy crafts, cooking, baking , livestock and a fun midway!

Tampa Bay Blues Festival

April 12 - 14

For over 25 years, the Tampa Bay Blues Festival has been entertaining the region with a mix of blues, jam, and Americana.

Florida Groves Music Festival

April 13 - 14

Florida Groves at Central Florida Fairgrounds is a music, art and cannabis festival that takes place over two days in Orlando, Florida. Throughout the whole experience, you’ll get to enjoy the sweet sounds of world-renowned DJs, as well as amazing artists from different parts of the planet rocking the stage in multiple genres.

Central Florida Home Expo

April 13 - 14

The Central Florida Home Expo features exhibitors with fabulous ideas for consumers. At this show you’ll find the latest in products and services for home improvements.

Brunch in the Park at Lake Eola