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The Bridal & Wedding Expo is a unique, interactive event, with food to taste, dresses to see, flowers to enjoy, music to dance to and fun to be had. The Florida Bridal and Wedding Expo sweeps into the Orange County Convention Center on Sunday, October 22, 2023. Whether you envision a formal black-tie affair or a casual barefoot ceremony on the beach, carefully selected experts at this weekends Bridal & Wedding Expo are ready to offer advice in creating timeless memories for your perfect wedding. Throughout the show there will be spectacular bridal fashion shows , together with live DJ and band demos. This is you chance to meet with many of Central Florida's amazing wedding companies, the show is free to attend if you register in advance or it's $10 at the door. As always, keep checking back with us here at Gotta Go Orlando as we continue to bring you the latest news and information from around Orlando and Central Florida You can also discover our latest news, views, and more on our socials, follow Gotta Go Orlando on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel for all the latest from Orlando's Theme Parks, Attractions and more. .

Bring your pup to the Mills 50 Pup Paw-ty & Costume Contest! Pups in costume can win prizes! Sunday, October 22 from 1pm until 6pm is Mills 50 Pup-Pawty & Costume Contest, benefitting Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando! Come to Quantum Leap Winery where you can purchase a wristband for $5 and receive specials at 16 bars, businesses and restaurants! 100% of the wristband sales will be donated to the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando. The first 50 pups accompanied by an adult will receive a complimentary Halloween bandana! Prizes will be awarded to the best dressed pups, plus Steven from orangemouse.net will be on hand to take photos of you and your pup! For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

The Orlando Science Center is hosting a Halloween party for adults tonight, Saturday, October 21, 2023. There’s no age limit on curiosity, and whether you're looking for a get-together of old friends or a fun date night out, Science Night Live, SORRY dead, is your chance to let out your inner child and experience the joy of science! Kick-off Spooky Season with Orlando Science Center! Our fan-favorite, adults-only night at the museum is getting all dressed up for Halloween. Join us for a scientific spooktacular during Science Night Live DEAD! On top of checking out ghoulishly good guest speakers, guests can put their BrAiNsSs to the test with terrifyingly terrific trivia and community partners of mythical proportions! Food partners will have light bites and spirits available for purchase. Limited tickets are available online only for just $19, so get yours before they’re gone at www.osc.org/snl! This is the night you can dress up, let loose and enjoy everything you love about the Orlando Science Center, without the kids! For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

Orlando’s Come Out With Pride Festival is back, so join the fun and support Central Florida’s LGBTQ+ community during the celebrations this weekend! This year's Come Out With Pride Orlando takes place on Saturday, October 21 at Lake Eola Park, and its time to get ready, Orlando, as the streets are set to glow with pride! Get ready to celebrate your pride at this year's Come Out With Pride Orlando which is set to take place on October 21, 2023 at Lake Eola Park. Come Out With Pride Orlando is an exciting day filled with a diverse series of events that include two stages hosting live entertainment throughout the day, the trans pride march, as well as one of the most eagerly anticipated parades of the year. Come Out With Pride Orlando boasts over 200,000 attendees all coming together to celebrate LGBTQIA+ life, culture, and community. The festival boasts a diverse array of food trucks and beverage choices, while its marketplace showcases a vibrant collection of local vendors united in their support for the LGBTQIA+ community. The parade will kick off at 4 p.m., followed by a huge celebration at the Lake Eola Amphitheater at 6 p.m. followed by a spectacular fireworks finale at 9:30 p.m. over Lake Eola. This year’s grand marshals were chosen for their significant contributions to the LGBTQ+ community, and include Simone Chriss, a civil rights attorney for Southern Legal Counsel, Dempsey Jara, a 12-year-old trans activist, plus John Paonessa, Mike Rogier, and Gary Israel, and all the legal team of Gary Israel, P.A. Come Out With Pride Orlando is getting the LaLa Ri Experience! ⁠ ⁠ Fresh off her win as the very first Queen of The Fame Games from RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 8, the winner of Miss Congeniality from season 13 of RuPaul's Drag Race LALA RI will be one of the headliners at this year's Come Out With Pride Orlando. Joining LaLa Ri will be Monet X Change. The "Xhange Rate" for Come Out With Pride is about to go way up! MONÉT X CHANGE was the first double crown winner from RuPaul's Drag Race, having earned the title of Miss Congeniality on season 10 and becoming the first queen of color inducted into the Hall of Fame after winning All Stars 4, and now she will be headlining the Diva Stage (The Lake Eola Amphitheater) at 9pm on October 21st. ⁠ ⁠ Don't miss your chance to see this super star along with Drag Race's LaLa Ri, and a a wonderful variety of local performers including Darcel Stevens, The Les Vixens, House of Cavalli, House of San Miguel, The Renaissance Theater, and more at Come Out With Pride's Diva Stage Here's the schedule of performances for the Divas Stage (Hosted by Anjelica Sanchez) 1:45pm - 2:00pm KingDom of Pride Productions 2:00pm - 2:20pm MysTree Hugga's Treehouse 2:20pm - 2:40pm Unity Night 2:40pm - 3:00pm ODRL 4:00pm - 6:00pm PARADE TIME 6:00pm - 6:45pm Pride Rally 6:45pm - 6:55pm Orlando Gay Chorus 6:55pm - 7:15pm Les Vixens 7:15pm - 7:35pm Darcel's Divas with Darcel Stevens, Bobby Iman, MrMs Adrian, and Axel Andrews 7:40pm - 8:00pm House of Cavalli 8:00pm - 8:30pm The Renaissance Theater Orlando 8:30pm - 8:50pm House of San Miguel 8:50pm - 9:00pm LaLa Ri 9:00pm - 9:15pm Monet X Change 9:30pm - 9:45pm FIREWORKS For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando.

JINYA Ramen Bar is expanding its footprint in the Orlando area, with the popular Thornton Park ramen restaurant ready to open the doors on it's latest location. JINYA Ramen Bar, a fast growing restaurant chain, including a busy Orlando location near downtown at 8 N Summerlin Ave in Thornton Park opens its second Florida location on Monday, October 23, 2023. The new restaurant is located near Alafaya Square at 234 E. Mitchell Hammock Rd, just a short 10-minute drive from the University of Central Florida campus, The first 50 lunchtime visitors will receive a special treat from 11 am, with another 50 diners receiving a free bowl of ramen from 5 pm. JINAY offers more than a dozen acclaimed dishes and is known for its slow-cooked approach to ramen, made from broths simmered for 20 hours in-house. “They say that Orlando is one of the most magical places on earth and we learned that with our first location in the city, so it only made sense to bring another one to the area and Oviedo is the perfect place to do that,” said JINYA Founder and CEO Tomo Takahashi. “We can’t wait to share even more of our food and culture with the community and look forward to having locals join in on the fun.” At JINYA, experience ramen with thick, rich broth in perfect balance with flavorful noodles. Discover a wide array of authentic toppings, from tender pork chashu to shrimp wonton. Then, elevate the experience further by pairing it with tapas or a craft beer. JINYA is ramen culture, where the relationship between broth and noodles is serious but delicious business. To learn more about JINYA’s full menu, visit jinyaramenbar.com. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links. Articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site

The highly anticipated Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic returns this November, and it promises to be the biggest year yet with more than 25 food offerings, plus more than 200 wine, beer, and spirit samples. The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic will return for its 14th year this November, treating guests to a street party festival with unlimited food and beverage tastings at diverse food stations, featuring unlimited culinary selections from the hotel’s award-winning restaurants, together with wine, beer and other sips from around the world. The festival will showcase over 25 delicious food items featuring new dishes and festival favorites from festival-exclusive pop-ups and resident restaurants. Guests can explore a diverse range of cuisines, with Mexican, Italian, sushi, steak, seafood, and barbeque all available throughout the event's food stations, with a different menu each night of the two night festival. New for this year is two all-new themed areas, For the Love of Florida and the Rosé Room. The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic takes place this year on Friday, November 10 and Saturday, November 11, 2023, with tickets on sale now. As this years event falls over Veterans Day. The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin has partnered with the charity Friends of Fisher House Orlando, who will receive a charitable contribution from the event. Orlando Fisher House provides free accommodations for military and veteran families while a loved one is receiving medical treatment. All-new festival dishes include: Red chile chicken taco with avocado, tomatillo, pico de gallo and queso fresco on corn tortillas from Rosa Mexicano Smoked American Lamb: Hand crafted lamb, smoked cumin and harissa barbeque sauce, roasted black pepper and date puree and pickled mustard greens from Smokin' D's BBQ Gorgonzola cheese filled agnolotti with spiced pear, walnuts, nasturtium and 'Nduja vinaigrette from Il Mulino Tonnarelli Pasta: House-made tonnarelli pasta, steamed baby clams, roasted tomato sauce, Calabrian chili and guanciale from Amare Congee: Slow-cooked rice porridge, shrimp dumpling, fried shallot, green onion, garlic, and crispy chili flakes from China Town pop-up Returning festival favorites include: Roasted Linz heritage black angus beef tenderloin with potato puree, pearl onion, Dijon mustard and cognac sauce from Shula's Steak House Signature classic guacamole en molcajete with fresh tortilla chips and roasted tomato salsa from Rosa Mexicano Crispy cauliflower with sweet and spicy Thai chili sauce shoyu from the Beer Garden Dragon roll: Crispy shrimp, yellowfin tuna, Haas avocado and kewpie mayonnaise from Kimonos Baked ricotta cheese, carrot two ways, radish, tomato, and pine nut "gremolata" from Il Mulino 2023 Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic Menu Shula’s Steakhouse Friday: Roasted Linz Heritage Black Angus Beef Tenderloin, Potato Puree, Pearl Onion, Dijon Mustard, Cognac Sauce Saturday: Roasted Linz Heritage Black Angus Beef Tenderloin, Potato Puree, Pearl Onion, Dijon Mustard, Cognac Sauce Smokin’ D’s BBQ Friday: Smoked American Lamb: Hand Crafted Lamb, Smoked Cumin and Harissa Barbeque Sauce, Roasted Black Pepper and Date Puree, Pickled Mustard Greens Saturday: Smoked Beef Rib, Smoked Molasses Barbeque Sauce, Coleslaw, Baked Beans, Tobacco Onions Todd English Bluezoo Friday: Menu Coming Soon! Saturday: Menu Coming Soon! Cabana Bar and Beach Club Friday: Compressed Late Harvest Watermelon, Spiced Labneh, Marinated Tomatoes, Frisee, Marinated Feta Cheese Saturday: Traditional Falafel, Seasoned and Herbed Ground Chick Pea, Warm Naan, Tzatziki Sauce, Tomato, Parsley The Fountain Friday: Beef Sliders: Hand Formed Angus Beef Patty, Truffle Aioli, Smoked Bacon, Roma Tomato Chutney Saturday: Grilled Chicken BLT: Marinated Chicken, Hellman’s Mayonnaise, Crisp Bacon, Iceberg Lettuce, Roma Tomato, Brioche Bun, Frieda’s Macaroni Salad Il Mulino Friday: Gorgonzola Cheese Filled Agnolotti, Spiced Pear, Walnuts, Nasturtium, NJuda Vinaigrette Saturday: Baked Ricotta Cheese Custard, Carrot2, Radish, Tomato, Pine Nut “Gremolata” Kimonos Friday: Kimonos Roll: Ahi Tuna, Yellowtail, Sustainable Salmon, Wasabi Mayonnaise Saturday: Dragon Roll: Crispy Shrimp, Yellowfin Tuna, Haas Avocado, Kewpie Mayonnaise Amare Friday: Polpetti: Tomato Braised Lamb and Beef Meatball, Crispy potato, Saffron Aioli, Toasted Pine Nut Crumble Saturday: Tonnarelli Pasta: House-Made Tonnarelli Pasta, Steamed Baby Clams, Roasted Tomato Sauce, Calabrian Chili, Guanciale Garden Grove Friday: Sautéed Atlantic Salmon, Celery Root Puree, Crispy Sprouts Saturday: “Shakshuka” Horseradish ~ Dijon Cream Sauce Picabu Friday: Red Wine Braised Beef, New Potatoes, Field Mushrooms, Organic Vegetables, Egg Noodles Saturday: Quinoa Bowl:Toasted Organic Quinoa, Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower, Roasted Cherry Tomato, Red Onion, Pepperoncini, Lemon Rosemary Chicken Rosa Mexicano Friday and Saturday: Tacos: Red Chile Chicken, Avocado, Tomatillo, Pico de Gallo, Queso Fresco, Corn Tortillas Roasted Mushroom: Plancha Roasted Shiitake, Cremini and Oyster Mushrooms, Pasilla Chile, Green Apple Slaw, Sliced Avocado, Queso Fresco, Mint, Corn Tortillas China Town Friday and Saturday: Pan Seared Vegan Dumpling, Spicy Sauce Shu Mein: Shanghai Noodle, Braised Tofu, Shiitake Mushroom, Bamboo, Vegan Broth Congee: Slow Cooked Rice Porage, Shrimp Dumpling, Fried Shallot, Green Onion, Garlic, Crispy Chili Flakes Gua Bao: Sweet and Spicy Glazed Pork Belly, Pickled Cucumber, Red Chile, Toasted Sesame, Hot Sauce For The Love Of Florida Friday and Saturday: Seminole Pumpkin Fry Bread: Pumpkin Flavored Fry Bread, Powdered Sugar, Warm Pumpkin Spice Sauce Grilled Florida Oysters: House Made Kumquat Hot Sauce, Shallot Butter Tarpon Springs Greek Salad: Romaine Lettuce, Greek Dressing, Kalamata Olives, Pickled Beet, Potato Salad Butter Poached Bay Scallops: Florida Corn Puree, Charred Scallion Vinaigrette, Radish Threads, Shallot Butter Beer Garden Friday and Saturday: Poached Potato Dumpling: Poached Potato Dumpling Caramelized Onion Puree, Browned Butter, Crispy Bacon Crispy Buffalo Wings: Hot Sauce, Celery Sticks, Blue Cheese Dressing Crispy Cauliflower: Sweet and Spicy Thai Chili Sauce Shoyu Yert’s Boiled Peanuts Carnival Corner Friday and Saturday: Creamy Jalapeno Macaroni and Cheese with Bacon and Crab Truffled Marble Potatoes: Locatelli Cheese, Soft Herbs, “Shake and Bake Seasoning” Italian Beef: Slow Cooked Sliced Linz Heritage Angus Beef Rib-Eye, Soft Roll, Giardiniera Pastry Friday and Saturday: Triple Chocolate Cherry Ring Flambé, Kirschwasser Chocolate Sauce, Caramelized Sesame Ice Cream Pera Pecan Praline Cake, Black Fig Compote Blood Orange Raspberry Tart Wild Strawberry Lemon Verbena Eclair 70% Single Origin Peruvian Chocolate Mousse, Mango-Passion Fruit Gel Set outside among the scenic ambiance of the resort, the event features live music, over 20+ food stations, 100+ beverage selections and immersive themed areas, such as the beer garden and the bubble lounge. Stroll the causeway where you will be tempted with a diverse selection of delectable delights prepared by the resorts award-winning chefs. The talented chefs will be offering unrivaled cuisine to please every palate, and you can meet the star line-up of award-winning chefs including Todd English, a celebrity chef, restaurateur, and cookbook author. “This event means so much to us because we get to share our passion for food and beverage with our guests in a tangible, interactive way,” said Luciano Sperduto, the resort’s director of food & beverage. “We couldn’t be more excited to create an even more delicious, energetic and memorable experience this year.” Tickets to this special event are available now, and guests purchasing event tickets can also book a room at a special rate. Tickets are on sale now for $185 per person. The price of the ticket include's ALL the food and beverages at the festival’s food booths, although seminars and additional tastings and events do cost an additional fee. Visit www.FoodandWineClassic.com for more information and to purchase tickets to the event. 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.

Gideon's Bakehouse has released a very limited edition cookie to help support Liberation Cat House. Gideon's Bakehouse is celebrating spooky season, AND Gideons birthday in October, and to celebrate, Steve Lewis, the creator and owner of Gideon's is dropping new goodies AND merch drops every weekend!! Plus, Black Cat Charity Month Continues!! Gideon's have released a very limited edition cookie this month, a new Black Cat Cookie to support Liberation Cat House! Just like the darkest of our feline friends, this new dessert is smooth, gorgeous, and filled with flavor! Enjoy a Chocolate Sugar Cookie filled with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting and rolled in crunchy Black Sugar Crystals! This rare delight is available at both locations from today through Sunday, the 22, making it the first time this charity cookie is stretched for more than one day! Limit 2 per person. These are far more scarce than your average Limited Cookie, so the earlier, the better! A portion of the proceeds go to the sweet kitties! And speaking of amazing kitties ...⁣ ⁣ Cats from Liberation Cat House of all shapes and sizes will be available for adoption from 10 am to 2 pm in the courtyard of the East End Market THIS SUNDAY, the 22nd!! PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE round up anyone you know who needs to join forces with a beautiful cat. Gideon's goal is to ensure that every kitty that arrives this Sunday goes home in the loving arms of a caring person like you! Could you help Gideon's out? TWO NEW COOKIES!! Frankenstein Lives! This Cookie stitches together various Chocolates, Double Stuff Oreos, and M&M's to resurrect one of our most popular Limited Edition Cookies of the year. ⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣ Bride of Frankenstein Returns! Designed in the same mold as Frank but featuring White Chocolate, Golden Oreos, and M&M's! CAKE! Frankenstein Cake Slices! Three layers of Chocolate Cake, a ridiculous amount of Oreo Buttercream, and M&M's! Don't forget that upside down dripping chocolate ganache! How do we do it? Dark magic! Duh. ⁣⁣ Bride of Frankenstein Cake Slices! The Bride Cake is just like the Frankenstein Slice but featuring two layers of our delicate Vanilla Cake sandwiching a single layer of Chocolate Cake. Cover that in Golden Oreo Buttercream and accent it with that supernatural reverse ganache drip, and you've got something special for Halloween!⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Available by the slice at both locations every Wednesday and Saturday of October. First Come First Serve. While Supplies Last. Both Flavors are Available as a Whole Cake ⁣ COFFEE French Toast Cold Brew is Back for October and November! It legit tastes like a complete Coffee and French Toast Breakfast wrapped all in one! So much deliciousness! Only at Gideon's in Disney Springs!⁣ ATTENTION MENU PEEPS! There will be four designs in October, menu designs will drop on October 1, 9, 16, and 23. Per usual, these menus are handed out to those waiting in line at Gideon's in Disney Springs. Gideon's Bakehouse began in a home kitchen with one goal: to create an extraordinary Chocolate Chip Cookie. Fifteen years and thousands of tests later, the work was complete, Staying true to the original process, cutting no corners, putting every handmade detail into the 20 hours required to prepare a single almost half pound Cookie or a tall slice of Cake, Gideon's invite people from around the world to share in the sweet and the salty goodness that is hand baked into every Cookie or Cake. You can visit Gideon's in Disney Springs, Sunday to Thursday 10 am to 11pm, and Friday and Saturday 10 am to 11:30 pm. Or you can visit Gideon's at their original location at the East End Market, which is located at 3201 Corrine Dr, Orlando, the store here is open seven days per week, 10am to 7pm. Things To know Before Visiting Gideon’s At Disney Springs! Gideon’s Bakehouse is a popular single-owner small business based in Orlando that has gained international attention when it opened it's location at Disney Springs. It can get pretty crazy at the Disney Springs store with people waiting for hours to get their hands on a prized Gideon's near half pound cookie! To help you get enjoy lots of yummy Gideon's goodness, the bakery have shared some helpful information based on an average day to set an expectation and help you plan. • The bakery opens at 10 am, but the line typically begins to form at 9 am, when the parking garage opens. • Once the bakery opens, when the line gets too long, they switch to a Virtual Queue. This allows you to go anywhere while waiting for a return text. On weekdays the Virtual Queue can start anytime from open to evening or not at all, depending on crowds. On weekends and holidays it can happen right at 10am. After receiving your text, you will check in at the end of the return line. It looks scary but is typically no more than a 15-minute wait. For international guests, we will give you a return time if you can’t receive texts. • Sign up for the queue must be done in person. When active, you will find Gideon's staff to the right of the front door under the protection of Gideon's Gargoyle. • Plan for wait times of around two hours. For busy days (Friday through Sunday, holidays, holiday seasons), the virtual queue averages five hours. The earlier you arrive, the shorter the wait and the better the selection since limited edition items will sell out. A general rule, if you know the parks are slammed, we’re slammed. • On average, between 6 pm and 8 pm every day the virtual queue is active, and the waiting list will hit capacity. When this happens the bakery closes the queue to handle everyone on the list and to ensure the bakery closes on time. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links. Articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site

Get ready to buckle up and drive to the Orlando Auto Museum where you can celebrate Back to the Future Day, First Responders Day, Halloween and Veterans Day at Dezerland Action Park for FREE If you haven't explored the country's largest auto museum at Florida's largest indoor theme park, now's your chance! The Orlando Auto Museum at Dezerland Action Park is home to more than 2,000 vehicles worth over $200 million, so there's always a new vehicle to discover no matter what you're celebrating. Check out these upcoming holidays and opportunities to get free entry to the Orlando Auto Museum at Dezerland Action Park. Back to the Future Day — Oct. 21 If you want to see a DeLorean this Back to the Future Day, we're going somewhere where we don't need roads. The Orlando Auto Museum is home to a unique, early replica of Doc Brown's DeLorean. On Saturday, Oct. 21, guests can go back to the future and get BOGO tickets to the Orlando Auto Museum. To take advantage of the discount, guests can use code "BTTF23" when purchasing tickets online, or mention the code when purchasing tickets in person. Movie buffs and car lovers alike won't want to pass up this perfect opportunity to see one of film's most iconic vehicles made entirely from scratch. Cinemark Orlando and XD at Dezerland will also show the movie at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. National First Responders Day — Oct. 28 Saturday, October 28 is National First Responders Day and to show appreciation for the brave men and women who keep us safe every day, first responders and emergency personnel will receive free entry to the Orlando Auto Museum with valid ID. Halloween — Oct. 31 Whether you have a superhero or a future racecar driver at home, they can get in the Halloween spirit at Dezerland Action Park and the Orlando Auto Museum! For the month of October, Dezerland Action Park Orlando is offering kids in costume free entry to the Orlando Auto Museum. To receive free admission, each child must be accompanied by a paid adult. Accompanying adults to receive a 50% discount on tickets. Veterans Day — Nov. 11 Veterans Day is an important time to honor the brave men and women who served our country and reflect on the sacrifices made so we can enjoy our freedom today. Active and retired military and service personnel will receive free entrance to the Orlando Auto Museum at Dezerland on Saturday, November 11. Guests accompanying military members can purchase tickets for 50 percent off the retail price. To pay respect to our country’s military history, guests can visit the Military Pavilion to see vehicles from America and its allies' past wars and conflicts. After exploring the Orlando Auto Museum guests can also enjoy meals from a variety of cuisines in Dezerland Action Park’s food hall and explore the other indoor attractions, including Florida's longest indoor go-kart track, a laser tag maze, a virtual reality arena and more. For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

It's the weekend and with no shortage of amazing things to do here in Orlando, we've picked five of the best free events that are taking place in the next few days. Featured FREE Event In Orlando This Weekend! Check out our featured must do event happening in Orlando, now through until Halloween at ICON Park on International Drive. Haunted Holiday Light Show at ICON Park Now - October 31 Gather outdoors on The Lawn at ICON Park to be immersed in The Wheel’s popular annual light and fog show, as 64,000 LED lights dance 400 ft. in the air while fog drifts across the lawn at your feet. Shows will take place nightly, now through Tuesday, October 31st. Sundays through Thursdays, 8:30 p.m. / Fridays and Saturdays, 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. Plus, throughout October, the 400-foot Wheel is the ultimate Orlando Halloween photo spot for selfies, as it illuminates the skyline with a magnificent color-scape of orange, purple, green and red lights. Enjoy the show free of charge, plus ICON Park offers free parking too! FIVE FREE Things To Do In Orlando This Weekend Some of the best things to do in Orlando is free, and every week we choose the top five free things to do in Orlando, check them our and get out and have fun! Oktoberfest at Celebration Friday, October 20 - Saturday, October 21, 2023 On October 20th and 21st , Celebration Town Center transforms before your very eyes as the falling leaves of the season drop on Market Street in the Fall Festival known as Oktoberfest. Listen for the rustling of leaves, relax by the lakeside and rock your troubles away, and enjoy the live music with family and friends in this one-of-a-kind themed extravaganza. 12th Annual Help Keep Kids off the Streets Walk October 21, 2023 Come join us Saturday, October 21, 2023 from 10:00am - 3:00pm at downtown Kissimmee Lakefront Park to HELP KEEP KIDS OFF THE STREETS! FREE to Register. FREE to Walk. FREE food and drink for the first 500 registered walkers including FREE Italian Ice from Psychadelic Italian Ices. Bounce House, Fire Truck, plus THOUSANDS of dollars worth of FREE giveaways from local Attractions, Businesses and Restaurants will be raffled off throughout the event including great grand prizes for Youth and Adults! Come Out With Pride Orlando October 21, 2023 Get ready to celebrate your pride at this year's Come Out With Pride Orlando which is set to take place on October 21, 2023 at Lake Eola Park. Come Out With Pride Orlando is an exciting day filled with a diverse series of events that include two stages hosting live entertainment throughout the day, the trans pride march, as well as one of the most eagerly anticipated parades of the year. Come Out With Pride Orlando boasts over 200,000 attendees all coming together to celebrate LGBTQIA+ life, culture, and community. The festival boasts a diverse array of food trucks and beverage choices, while its marketplace showcases a vibrant collection of local vendors united in their support for the LGBTQIA+ community. The parade will kick off at 4 p.m., followed by a huge celebration at the Lake Eola Amphitheater at 6 p.m. followed by a spectacular fireworks finale at 9:30 p.m. over Lake Eola. Visit Come Out With Pride Orlando for additional details. Children's Safety Village's Trunk or Treat October 21, 2023 The Children's Safety Village Annual Trunk or Treat Event is back! This event is FREE and OPEN to the community as space allows. Children are encouraged to dress up, but it is not required. Community partners, businesses, and organizations will decorate the trunks of their cars and distribute "treats" to the children along with important information on safety or goods/services to the adults in the vehicle. Come out to this family-friendly event for a safe way to "trick-or-treat." Crooked Can Oktoberfest Friday, October 20 - Sunday, October 22, 2023 Mark your calendars and Crooked Can Brewing Company for their Annual Oktoberfest! Three days filled with your favorite beers, live music, contests, wiener dog races, face painting, stilt walkers and more. Get excited! 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.

Sanford’s Jazz in the Park music & food festival takes place this weekend in beautiful Historic Downtown Sanford’s Centennial Park. Come celebrate the 6th Annual Sanford Jazz in the Park on Saturday, October 21, 2023 from 2 – 7 pm located at the beautiful Centennial Park. Enjoy 5 different bands throughout the event, then after the event follow your favorite band to their host site in Historic Downtown Sanford. The family-friendly festival organized by Ladies 327, Inc. (local 501(c)3 nonprofit organization) & Sanford Brewing Company, features food trucks, drinks, vendors, a cash bar and jazz musicians of all genres. It is a great way to enjoy a relaxing afternoon in a downtown park while raising money for local charities This is a free community events, but VIP experience tickets are available, click here for details. For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

Following his long-awaited return to the genre that put him on the map, Trap, global recording artist Bad Bunny announces a 2024 tour – Most Wanted Tour – with a staggering 47 shows. Puerto Rican rapper and singer, Bad Bunny is hitting the road next year for a new tour that will criss cross the country, playing multiple venues, multiple times, with a huge 47 shows in 31 venues. The North America arena tour kicks off on Wednesday, February 21 at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, UT, with multiple nights in Las Vegas, Phoenix, San Francisco, Austin, Atlanta, Orlando and more before wrapping up with three consecutive performances at Kaseya Center in Miami. The Orlando dates will see Bad Bunny take over downtown's Amway Center on May 17 & 18! TICKETS: Fans of Bad Bunny are being asked to register ahead of tickets going on sale for the Most Wanted Tour to help block bots and scalpers, reduce resale and get more tickets directly into the hands of real people who want to attend the show. Fans can register now until Sunday, October 22 at 11:59 PM ET HERE for the Registration Onsale. Once registration closes, fans will be randomly selected to receive a code that grants them access to the onsale on Wednesday, October 25. VIP: The tour will also offer a variety of different VIP packages and experiences for fans to take their concert experience to the next level. Packages vary but include premium tickets, invitation to the pre-show Bad Bunny VIP Lounge Experience, exclusive gift item & more. For more information, visit vipnation.com. Described as an experience curated for day-one fans, Most Wanted Tour will be a rollercoaster of explicit lyrics that hones in on the star’s trap roots, so parental discretion is advised. After becoming the top touring artist in 2022, the 3x GRAMMY winner took a break from the stages in 2023 with exceptions like Coachella, the GRAMMY awards, and the Latin Billboard Awards. Promising to bring fans an unparalleled spectacle in 2024, the Most Wanted Tour will give attendees a more intimate experience than his previous tour and give life to his latest studio production with the legendary and high-energy stage presence he’s known for. With unprecedented success that has taken the world by storm, Bad Bunny’s tour is expected to be one of the most sought-after concert events of the year. Last week, Bad Bunny made history with his new album, “nadie sabe lo que va a pasar mañana,” as it became the most-streamed album in a single day in 2023 so far on Spotify. The album has amassed more than 900 million streams and its lead track, “MONACO” hit #1 in 16 countries on Spotify. Beyond streaming success, the album marks his impactful return to his Trap origins and seamlessly blends traditional trap elements with innovative sounds and lyrics. On the eve of the album release, he hosted a listening party at the iconic Coliseo de Puerto Rico. Selling out in minutes and drawing in 16,000 fans, the event featured a star-studded guest list which featured Arcángel, Bryant Meyers, Feid, La Paciencia, Mag, Mora, Ñengo Flow, Tainy, and Young Miko. For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

Superica is a Tex-Mex restaurant where delicious Mexican & American foods are served. A Tex-Mex chain has revealed that it is opening its first Florida location in Winter Park, Superica will be located at 415 S. Orlando Avenue, Suite 211, within the new upscale Palm Hills development in Winter Park. The 5,000 SF restaurant will feature a colorful dining room where delicious Mexican and American foods will be served. Expect melty, crispy, hot-as-heck classics include Dirty Breakfast Tacos, Grilled Shrimp Diablo, Cheese Enchiladas Con Chili Gravy, Sopaipillas with Local Honey, and more salsas than you can imagine. The restaurant will be open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, and while an exact opening date has not been decided, Superica is expected to open sometime in November. For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!