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Immerse yourself in the world of plant-based delights at this Plant-Based Food & Wellness Festival. This weekend you can enjoy a huge choice of plant-based eats and treats as Lake Nona VegFest returns on Saturday, September 30, 2023. Organized by the Orlando Bearded Vegan, get ready for a day filled with delicious food and fun activities for the whole family. At VegFest, you'll have the opportunity to explore a wide variety of mouthwatering vegan dishes from local vendors and restaurants. Indulge in flavorful plant-based creations that will satisfy both your taste buds and your conscience. Whether you're a committed vegan, curious about the lifestyle, or simply looking for a fun day out, Lake Nona Orlando VegFest is the place to be. Mark your calendars and enjoy an unforgettable experience celebrating compassion, health, and delicious plant-based living, featuring an array of over 60 food vendors, featuring both local and visiting vendors from beyond Orlando. Highlights include an enchanting blend of live musical performances, insightful speakers, invigorating dance sessions, rejuvenating yoga classes, and a variety of additional captivating entertainment – all presented at no cost. An occasion designed for families, this event offers an atmosphere of inclusivity and warmth, inviting all to partake in the festivities at the USTA National Camps in Lake Nona, Orlando, located at 10000 USTA Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32827. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

The Winter Park Chamber of Commerce is once hosting the Winter Park Autumn Art Festival, the only juried fine art festival featuring exclusively Florida artists. The Winter Park Autumn Art Festival returns to Winter Park on Saturday, October 7 and Sunday, October 8, 2023, from 9 - 5 pm both days. The free community-oriented sidewalk show presents quality visual art and live entertainment the whole family can enjoy. The festival is held in beautiful Central Park located along historic Park Avenue in downtown Winter Park. Each year the Winter Park Autumn Art Festival welcomes artists from across the state to showcase their works. From a pool of talented applicants, 186 artists have been selected to exhibit this Fall. The festival also features food vendors, live entertainment, activities and more. 2023 Autumn Art Festival Poster The 2023 Autumn Art Festival Poster commemorates the 50th anniversary of the festival. The poster artist is Edward Sanderson. Sanderson is an impressionistic artist who uses acrylics to capture landscapes in vibrant color to evoke emotion and remind viewers to look for the beauty around them. Making Memories on Park Avenue depicts Central Park during the Autumn Art Festival. Sanderson’s paintings can be viewed at www.OriginalsbySanderson.com and on Instagram. Commemorative posters are available for purchase prior to the festival at the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce and for purchase at the festival at merchandise locations for $20. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

Pasco County's largest Fall Festival including the Dreamland Carnival is coming to Wesley Chapel for a full weekend of spooky family fun and trunk or treat! Celebrate the Fall Season at the 19th Annual Wesley Chapel Fall Festival! The Wesley Chapel Fall Festival returns Oct 28th & 29th for the 19th year of spooky fun and wholesome family entertainment at Tampa Premium Outlets presented by the North Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce! Highlights include: KID'S ZONE GAMES & INFLATABLES FOOD TRUCK RALLY COMMUNITY STAGE PERFORMANCES PET COSTUME CONTEST KIDS COSTUME CONTEST TRUNK OR TREAT SHOPPING VENDORS & CHAMBER BUSINESS EXPO Adult Entry is $10 at the gate and benefits the North Tampa Bay Chamber Foundation. Children under 18 years old can enter all parts of the event for free all weekend, but must be accompanied by an adult. This year there will be 2 Stages with Live DJs, Live Bands, and Community Performances. This year will see the return of the Wesley Chapel Fall Festival Carnival by Dreamland Amusements with all new rides and games. Individual ride tickets, and ride-all-day wristbands will be available for sale at the event in the ticket box offices in the carnival. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

Save the date! Porch Stock is back in Colonialtown North for year three, in the “cooler” fall weather for everyone to enjoy. The Colonialtown Neighborhood Association is hosting its third-annual Porch-A-Palooza on Saturday, October 7 from 6 - 8 pm. This free event will feature three live bands playing within the neighborhood on three separate front porches of local homes. At 6 pm, catch Chelz Danielle at 1440 Lake Highland Dr, then at 7 pm, Tom Cooper will be performing at 1800 Canton Drive, finally at 8 pm you can see Hannah and Brian performing at 837 Palm Drive. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

The Tampa Theatre is a historic theater and city landmark in Downtown Tampa, with the atmospheric and reportedly haunted movie palace opening on October 15, 1926, and now every October you can enjoy terrifying films, ghost tours, and more! Tampa’s most historic ~ and most haunted ~ movie palace is once again hosting its most sinister series, A Nightmare on Franklin Street. In late October, the hair-raising historic landmark goes 100% Halloween with classic horror movies, guest stars, ghost tours, spine-chilling stage shows, spooky storytelling, and family-friendly frights! Highlights of this year's spooky season at The Tampa Theatre Ghosts of Tampa Theatre Tour Select Dates Oct. 13-31 Who was the man in seat 308? Where did Robert Lanier tear his final ticket? Why does Fink Finley continue to roam the balcony? And what has led to Tampa Theatre being known as one of the most haunted buildings in town? Learn the Theatre’s secrets and stories with a “balcony to backstage” tour that will focus on the historic movie palace’s ghostly guests, preternatural patrons and eternal employees. The 90-minute tour kicks off in the lobby and does include climbing stairs and extended periods of standing. Doors open 15 minutes before tour time. Ghost Tour tickets are $15 for general admission and FREE for Tampa Theatre Members. They do tend to sell out quickly, so please purchase your tickets in advance! Halloween Happy Hour Fridays, Oct. 13-27 Each Friday during the “A Nightmare on Franklin Street” series, Tampa Theatre will open its lobby at 5:00pm for a special Halloween Happy Hour before the movie starts at 7. No ticket is required – just join us under that iconic TAMPA marquee in heart of downtown for seasonal drink specials at the bar and discounts on our famous popcorn. Besides the specials, there will be – for every drink you buy* – another ticket to enter into drawings for ghoulishly great prizes, including annual Theatre Memberships, local restaurant gift certificates, and more. And if you’re there until 6:30, we’ll even give away a couple of pairs of tickets to stick around for the 7:00pm screening of that evening’s film! PHANTASMAGORIA XIV: Tales of the Undead Sunday, Oct. 22 Victorian Horror Troupe Phantasmagoria “gathers round the gravestones” across five counties in Central Florida this fall with the newest entry in their long-running Halloween mainstage series, and will return to Tampa Theatre’s historic stage on Sunday, Oct. 22 with Tales of the Undead. From terrifying Vampires fresh from their graves to Ghastly Revenants and Banshees, and from amusingly bewildered Ghosts to the very terrors of being buried alive – Phantasmagoria will weave their tapestry of “Whimsically Macabre” tales. Works from Edgar Allan Poe, H.G. Wells, and Sheridan Le Fanu, plus Penny Dreadfuls, folklore, haunted poetry (including works from Dickens to Dickinson), and original tales come to life through Phantasmagoria’s signature blend of Evocative Storytelling, Phantastical Dance, Puppetry, Projections, Original Music and MUCH more! NOTE: This show contains elements of horror and is recommended for children 8 and older. Late Night, Lights Off Paranormal Investigation October 27 & 28 Who was the man in seat 308? Where did Robert Lanier tear his final ticket? Why does Fink Finley continue to roam the balcony? And what has led to Tampa Theatre being known as one of the most haunted buildings in town? The three-hour Late-Night, Lights-Off Paranormal Investigation experience begins with a “balcony to backstage” tour that will introduce guests to six of the historic movie palace’s most active preternatural patrons and eternal employees. Then, go beyond the stories and spend some time exploring Tampa Theatre’s supernatural claims for yourself! Guests will have the exclusive opportunity to review previously collected video, photo and audio evidence of Tampa Theatre’s spirit activity, experiment with professional-grade equipment provided by GhostStop, and investigate alongside the experienced researchers from Genesis Paranormal Services. Tickets are $50 ($40 for Tampa Theatre Members). Admission is limited to 40 participants each night. This event tends to sell out quickly, so please get your tickets in advance! For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

A brand new and authentic Irish pub and restaurant is now open in College Park, where you can expect an authentic Irish experience with great food drinks, good hospitality, and a whole lot of fun including live entertainment. The Castle Irish Pub and Restaurant has soft opened this weekend, Friday, Sept. 22 and Saturday, Sept. 23 at 2625 Edgewater Drive, with the new business taking over the space that has been home to various bars and restaurants, including ost recently Thai Farm Kitchen, and RusTeak before that, and some of you might remember that the pub was once home to Scruffy Murphy’s, another Irish Pub! While no official opening date has been announced, it is thought that The Caste will open fully this week, allowing eager customers to order a proper pint and enjoy some true Irish hospitality. The Castle Irish Pub and Restaurant is owned be husband and wife, Shane and Katie Hoyne together with Shane's brother Paul Hoyne. Brothers Shane and Paul are Irish natives, from the county of Kilkenny in the South East of Ireland, with Shane's wife hailing from New York. Shane and Paul's family have been running pubs for hundreds of years. Their great grandparents ran a thriving pub / grocers / hardware store in their hometown of Thomastown. The entire bar for The Castle has been built in Ireland by a well known pub designer to make sure that the bar represents a true authentic Irish pub in Orlando. The family promise legendary Irish hospitality to each guests that comes through the doors. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

Get your Lederhosen ready, and join the city of Oviedo in your best German attire for a FREE 3-day German themed celebration! The popular Oviedo Oktoberfest is back, and better than ever at The Oviedo Amphitheatre in Center Lake Park from Thursday, Sept. 28 to Saturday, Sept. 30. This three day festival event features authentic German beer, food, music and entertainment, contests and more! Entertainment: Orlando Trachtenverein Dancers The Kings Guys Oktoberfest Brass Band Licorice Sticks Entertainment Enjoy the majestic Flag Parade and Ceremonial Keg Tapping, plus test your skills by entering the Stein Holding Contest, Hammerspiel, and Lederhosen Contest! Oktoberfest is FREE to attend, but you can purchase beer punch cards HERE (21+) in advance to avoid long lines. $25 denominations are valid for purchase of glassware and beer only under the Beer Tent. Beer punch cards ARE valid for the entire three day festival. Oviedo Oktoberfest runs from: Thursday, Sept 28th, 5pm-9pm Friday, Sept 29th, 5pm-9pm Saturday, Sept 30th, 4pm-10pm For more information, call the event hotline at 407-971-5590 or contact Terri Martini at 407-971-5588. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

Gone, Gone, Nearly Gone! If you really want to attend this year's Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party you need to be real quick and purchase tickets NOW as only 1 date remains! If you have not got your hands on tickets for this year's Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, then you really gotta do it today as their is only a handful of tickets left now! Yesterday, October 29 sold out, leaving only November 1 with any availability. For the remaining date, the price of tickets are $199 for adults, and $189 for children. Here’s a look at the currently available and sold out dates and prices: Dates And Prices The adult price is for for guests ages 10 and up, with the child prices for guests ages 3-9. Friday, August 11th — SOLD OUT Tuesday, August 15th — SOLD OUT Friday, August 18th — SOLD OUT Tuesday, August 22nd — SOLD OUT Friday, August 25th — SOLD OUT Tuesday, August 29th — SOLD OUT Friday, September 1st — SOLD OUT Monday, September 4th — SOLD OUT Friday, September 8th — SOLD OUT Sunday, September 10th — SOLD OUT Tuesday, September 12th — SOLD OUT Friday, September 15th — SOLD OUT Sunday, September 17th — SOLD OUT Tuesday, September 19th — SOLD OUT Friday, September 22nd — SOLD OUT Sunday, September 24th — SOLD OUT Tuesday, September 26th — SOLD OUT Thursday, September 28th — SOLD OUT Friday, September 29th — SOLD OUT Sunday, October 1st — SOLD OUT Tuesday, October 3rd — SOUT OUT Thursday, October 5th — SOLD OUT Friday, October 6th — SOLD OUT Monday, October 9th — SOLD OUT Tuesday, October 10th — SOLD OUT Thursday, October 12th — SOLD OUT Friday, October 13th — SOLD OUT Sunday, October 15th — SOLD OUT Tuesday, October 17th — SOLD OUT Thursday, October 19th — SOLD OUT Friday, October 20th — SOLD OUT Sunday, October 22nd — SOLD OUT Tuesday, October 24th — SOLD OUT Thursday, October 26th — SOLD OUT Friday, October 27th — SOLD OUT Sunday, October 29th — SOLD OUT Tuesday, October 31st — SOLD OUT Wednesday, November 1st — $199 for adults, $189 for children Read on for all the details for this years Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. This year's Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party returned to Magic Kingdom on August 11, and runs through select nights to November 1, 2023. Highlights of this years party include a new spirited pirate band and their crew in Adventureland, plus Max Goof and his Powerline party pack are starring in all new pop-up party throughout Magic Kingdom. Also new this year, Mickey’s Boo-to-You Parade includes Ursula, Cruella de Vil, the Queen of Hearts, and the Sanderson Sisters ,Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck, and Clarabelle. Plus, The Seven Dwarfs have returned to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! Read on for all the details for this years Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Pirate Crew in Adventureland Adventureland is taken over by a spirited pirate band and their crew. Be sure to listen for their sea shanties while their shipmates roam the land sharing tales of their explorations at sea. New Powerline Pop-Up Parties Get ready for even more chances to “Stand Out” with Max Goof and his Powerline party pack at new pop-up parties throughout Magic Kingdom before this popular crew dances onto Main Street U.S.A. ahead of Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade. The Seven Dwarfs Return! The Seven Dwarfs have returned to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Even if you are a little bashful, stop by and say hello! They’ll be happy to see you. Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade It’s good to be bad, and your favorite Disney villains are back to stride down Main Street, U.S.A. Alongside Disney heroes, the iconic Haunted Mansion graveyard diggers and Mickey’s Boo-to-You Parade will be more villainous than ever, with favorite foes Ursula, Cruella de Vil, the Queen of Hearts and the newly announced Sanderson Sisters Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck and Clarabelle joining the frightful finale. Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Jack-o-lanterns aren’t the only ‘Jack’ at Walt Disney World this Halloween! The Pumpkin King, a.k.a. Jack Skellington, will once again host the must-see nighttime spectacular, Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular. Enjoy projections, special effects and lighting paired with fireworks, music and iconic Disney characters, you won’t want to miss this! Trick-or-Treat Yourself to Candy and Sweets M&M’S, SKITTLES, and SNICKERS, OH MY! Guests can satisfy their sweet tooth at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party by stopping by trick-or-treating locations throughout Magic Kingdom Park. Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular The Sanderson Sisters, stars of the iconic Hocus Pocus films, will unite for an adventure and call on their comrades to summon the ultimate Hocus Pocus Party Potion during the Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular stage show at Cinderella Castle. Also during the party, you may have the opportunity to experience some of your favorite attractions including Haunted Mansion, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and the newly opened TRON Lightcycle / Run presented by Enterprise. TRON Lightcycle / Run will use a virtual queue* during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, allowing guests to enjoy all the festivities while they wait to enter the Grid. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

Disney Photo Pass has revealed new Magic Shots at EPCOT including the cutest photo with Bunsen and Beaker! Walt Disney World has brewed up a new Bunsen and Beaker Magic Shot for EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, so grab your Pickle Milkshake and enjoy this photo op now through Nov. 18 with The Muppets. In addition to the new EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Magic hot, Disney have two new Magic Shots celebrating Disney 100. Disney PhotoPass is celebrating 100 years of magic with new Magic Shots at EPCOT and Magic Kingdom Park that honor YOU — and all the storytellers who have carried on the Disney legacy over the last century that will continue to grow into the future. Available now through December 31! For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

Central Florida visitors should keep their eyes on the sky this November as thrilling aerial displays and a cutting-edge light show will take to the skies high above the Orange County Convention Center. Get ready for the ride of a lifetime! IAAPA Expo 2023, the premier event for the global attractions industry is taking place at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, November 13 - 17, 2023. IAAPA Expo is the largest gathering of amusement park and attractions professionals in the world, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and experts for four days of networking, education, and exploration. The event highlights the latest trends, innovations, and technologies shaping the future of the attractions industry. Fo 2023, the expo will spotlight a host of exciting new features and attractions for attendees, making it an event like no other expo event, and in addition to the indoor exhibit space being sold out for the first time since 2019 – featuring more than a staggering 1,100 exhibitors – this year’s expo highlights an expanded exhibit space and sponsored programming that shines a light on major industry brands. “The team has outdone themselves with the number and creativity of sponsorships and only-at-IAAPA Expo programming being offered this year,” said Jakob Wahl, president and chief executive officer for IAAPA. “IAAPA Expo 2023 is going to be great. We wanted to bring new offerings to the participants this year and the team has come up, together with our partners, of many fun ideas to present to the larger attractions industry.” Here's a look at some of the exciting new offerings available this year: Hasbro CLUE Game in the IAAPA Expo Insider Booklet Upon registration, each attendee may pick up their exclusive IAAPA Expo Insider Booklet, sponsored by leading toy and game company Hasbro. This booklet is your key to an attractions industry twist on the classic mystery game, CLUE, which was recently reimagined by Hasbro earlier this year. Attendees are encouraged to channel their inner detective and solve the mystery for a chance to win a special prize and, of course, gain bragging rights among their industry peers. The prize can be claimed at IAAPA Member Central, adding an extra layer of trade show floor excitement to this year's event. The IAAPA Insider Booklet containing instructions and materials for the game will be readily available at entrances to the trade show floor, the exhibit hall entrance, and outside of the opening ceremony. New Alcohol, Beverage, and Innovation Pavilion As IAAPA continues growing its membership base and welcomes more companies that align with the evolving needs of the industry, this year’s tradeshow floor will include a new Alcohol, Beverage, and Innovation Pavilion. This area, which will feature brands like 375 Park Avenue Spirits, Dogfish Head, Twisted Tea, Liquid I.V., BuzzBallz, Beverage Management, Craft Standard Draft Cocktails and Taub Family Wines, includes a fully operational bar and networking space. Please note that this is different from the Food & Beverage Pavilion, ensuring that there's something for everyone's taste. Take Brightline to IAAPA Expo 2023 With IAAPA Expo taking place Nov. 13-17 at the Orange County Convention Center in the heart of Orlando, we’re offering a new way for attendees to get to this industry event through a new partnership with Brightline, the brand-new rail connection that links central and south Florida. Use promo code IAAPA15 at checkout to save 15% on select SMART fares starting September through November 17, 2023. SkyElements Drone Shows Prepare to be mesmerized as IAAPA Expo presents four spectacular drone light shows on select nights Nov. 10-17. Soaring high above the convention center, Central Florida visitors should keep their eyes on the sky after sunset for thrilling aerial displays and a cutting-edge light show, generously sponsored by SkyElements. ShimmerTech Photo Ops Attendees at IAAPA Expo 2023 can capture memories that shimmer and shine with two incredible selfie walls, including an 8'x8' wall on the South Concourse and a massive 9'x26' display on the North Concourse, sponsored by ShimmerTech. Connect+ and CaptureLife photographers IAAPA Expo 2023 is fully replacing the trade show program with Connect+, IAAPA's official mobile app. Attendees can access the complete IAAPA Expo agenda, networking tools, and a full list of exhibitors on Connect+. Additionally, through a sponsorship with CaptureLife, photographers will scan IAAPA Expo badges to sync event photos to Connect+, creating a personal photo gallery for attendees to relive the experience. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

ICON Park and I-Drive District to host Central Florida's largest event for community service, showcasing 35+ local non-profit organizations. In support of Central Florida residents and communities, ICON Park and the I-Drive District are planning the area’s largest event dedicated solely to inspiring community service and volunteerism. The “Community Day Celebration” will feature educational booths and activities from 35+ Central Florida non-profit organizations, and take place September 30 from noon to 6 pm. Charity booths, activities and photo opportunities will be set up throughout the 20-acre ICON Park beneath the iconic 400-ft. Wheel for guests of all ages to learn the missions of each organization and how to get involved. Guests can also relax on The Lawn and enjoy live entertainment on the main stage. There is no admission charge to visit ICON Park, and ample free parking in in its seven-story garage. Guests will receive a free map of all organizations to be stamped at each booth they explore. As a special incentive, anyone who visits 10 booths will be able to experience a 400-ft. view of their hometown aboard The Wheel, for just $10 (typically $29.99). “This event celebrates our hometown Orlando community and the spirit of our residents,”said ICON Park President and CEO Chris Jaskiewicz. “Because we live and work in the nation’s top travel destination, we’re able to share unique resources to help others and shine a bright spotlight on their missions. Our hope is that guests come out to enjoy an afternoon of fun, learn something new, get a hometown view from sky-high — and perhaps even be inspired to volunteer this upcoming holiday season.” This year, the company donated a quarter of a million dollars to organizations that help residents, through its in-kind resources and unique events such as: Lighting The Wheel in custom colors to raise awareness for special causes; Fire rescue teams regularly use The Wheel for their safety training exercises; Conservation groups use The Wheel’s 400-ft. views to observe critical waterways; A new foodie event series that benefits a charity partner each quarter; Hosting local charities events and fundraisers for free, or discounted cost; and Creating military enlistment ceremonies on-site so new Army recruits could enlist with family present This broad-scale and creative level of commitment resulted in the Salvation Army naming ICON Park as their “2023 Corporate Partner of the Year”. “International Drive specializes in dynamic experiences for both visitors and locals,” said Norah White, Director of Sales & Marketing for the I-Drive District. “The I-Drive District’s partnership with ICON Park on this remarkable Community Celebration fuses two of my favorite things: community and fun! It’s fulfilling being involved with this special day to embody the needs of our area, yet learn how we can be part of the solution. I anticipate seeing many smiles and hearing some fantastic local musicians on the 30th.” More than 35 organizations will be on-site, including charities that provide food, shelter, medical care and resources to children, families and adults in need; fire and public safety groups; and sports, diversity and arts organizations. Guests and event participants are encouraged to share news and photos of the day on social media with the hashtag #OrlandoCommunityDay. Free activities include: Live entertainment on the outdoor Lawn’s center stage Photo ops with Orange County Fire Rescue’s fire trucks and rescue vehicles The United States Army’s video game truck Putt-putt game and hole-in-one challenge from First Tee, which teaches golfing and life skills to kids Performances from The Capoeira Brazilian Pelourinho (CBP) Martial Arts Academy Orlando, which is an Afro-Brazilian martial art that combines dance, music and acrobatics List of confirmed organizations: Food, shelter and resources Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida Heart of Florida United Way Salvation Army Matthew’s Hope IF You Foundation The Faine House Children and adults battling medical issues Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida Cookies For Kids’ Cancer Make-A-Wish Foundation Give Kids the World UCP Central Florida Arthritis Foundation Diversity and education support Junior Achievement Quest, Inc. Women on the Rise The Center Orlando The Cloud Family Foundation Public Safety U.S. Army Orange County Fire Rescue Orange County Sheriff's Office Orange County Neighborhood Services Division Arts, sports and enrichment The Capoeira Brazilian Pelourinho (CBP) Martial Arts Academy Orlando Orlando Solar Bears Orange County Library System First Tee Central Florida To learn more about ICON Park, visit: https://iconparkorlando.com. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

Team Kalitta Motorsports and DHL are bringing NHRA Drivers J.R. Todd and Shawn Langdon to Orlando's Dezerland Action Park on International Drive. Hey Orlando racing fans! Feed your need for speed and meet 2018 NHRA Funny Car World Champion J.R. Todd and 2013 NHRA Top Fuel World Champion Shawn Langdon at Dezerland Action Park. The free event will take place at Dezerland Action Park Orlando, 5250 International Drive Orlando on Wednesday, Sept. 27 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. On the day, Shawn and J.R. will be on hand to sign autographs and take photos, plus get a close-up look at the DHL Toyota GR Supra Funny Car. You can also enter to win exclusive DHL replicas of J.R. Todd's Funny Car and Shawn Langdon's Top Fuel Dragster! After the event, put your driving skills to the test on Florida's longest indoor go-kart track, and be sure to visit the Orlando Auto Museum inside Dezerland Action Park, the country’s largest auto museum which is home to more than 2,000 vehicles worth over $200 million. Guests can also enjoy a meal from a variety of cuisines in Dezerland Action Park’s food hall and explore the fun attractions inside including Jump Start trampoline park, boutique bowling and karting. For more information about the event, click here. For more information about Dezerland Action Park and the Orlando Auto Museum, visit https://dezerlandparkorlando.com/ For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.