Aquatica Orlando’s AquaGlow is back this summer and new this year, a family-friendly rave party lights up the park with high-energy music, dancing and glowing nighttime fun! Get ready to light up your summer nights as Aquatica Orlando’s AquaGlow returns for its third year, reimagined with ALL-NEW experiences, enhanced entertainment and even more ways to glow. AquaGlow runs select nights from May 15 through September 26. This limited-capacity, family-friendly nighttime event transforms the park into a vibrant neon escape where guests can ride, slide and splash under dazzling lights, all while enjoying shorter wait times and complimentary soft drinks throughout the night. This year for the first time guests can dive into the experience starting at 4 p.m., giving them time to soak up the sun and unwind before AquaGlow lights up the night. Keep up to date with all the latest theme park news and updates from Central Florida. ALL-NEW Electrifying Entertainment • Mini Rave Party: A family-friendly dance experience with interactive elements throughout the park • Electric Tides Laser Show: A reimagined nighttime spectacular featuring NEW music synchronized to an updated vibrant laser effects • Riptide Ravers: Celebrating five years of Riptide Racer with a nighttime revamp with fresh music and lighting overlay • Tassie’s Underwater Neon Twist: Now featuring an updated soundtrack for an even more energetic ride experience, while keeping the lava lamp-inspired look guests already loveFood & Beverage Highlights • Kookaburra Kitchen: Featured location for event-night bites • Glow-Exclusive Eats: Miso Bacon Cheeseburger, Mango Habanero BBQ Wings and Fried Mac & Cheese Bites • Sweet Treats: AquaGlow cupcakes and a colorful Rainbow Cheesecake Cone • Ke’Rave Bar (a glow up of KeRe’s Bar): A transformed glow bar experience with a specialty drink menu • Complimentary soft drinks included with every ticket Signature Glow Moments • Epic foam parties • High-energy music zones across the park • Glow-filled photo opportunities around every corner • Foam parties • And more! Guests can start the glow even earlier this year, with event entry beginning at 4 p.m., with AquaGlow lighting up the night from 8 to 11 p.m. Tickets start at $49.99 and are available now at AquaticaOrlando.com/AquaGlow. Aquatica Annual Pass Members can enjoy exclusive savings on AquaGlow tickets and keep the glow going all year long with perks like free parking, complimentary guest tickets, special event access, merchandise discounts and more. For additional details, park hours and to purchase tickets, visit Aquatica.com/Orlando. Keep up to date with all the latest news, and never miss anything happening in Orlando! Gotta Go Orlando is your local source for the latest entertainment news, events and things to do in the Orlando area. We feature the latest concerts, theater news, arts & culture, nightlife, food & drink. theme parks, attractions, festivals, events, and so much more. To be sure you don't miss the latest happenings in Orlando, sign up for our newsletter and stay in the loop with all the latest exciting news from our local community. You can also join the local conversation on X, Facebook, and Instagram, and catch the latest on our YouTube Channel too. Contact Us Got a story to tell Orlando? Contact us now. To advertise with us, click here, and to list your upcoming event with us, submit it here.

May the fork be with you - Get ready to enjoy epic food and beverage items from a galaxy far, far away.... With May the 4th just around the corner, there’s some delicious dishes coming to Walt Disney World to get you and your taste buds in the spirit. From new delicious concoctions to repeat visitors landing at Walt Disney World Resort, including the launch of Pink Milk at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, there’s plenty of bites to fill your cargo. And be on the lookout for new novelties coming soon to the resort, like the Jabba’s Sail Barge Bucket, as you embark on your adventures. May the taste be with you Orlando! Discover the latest theme park news and updates from Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld Orlando, LEGOLAND Florida, and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Milk Stand (Available starting May 1) Pink Milk: Plant-based rice milk blend with sweet and fruity characteristics (Non-alcoholic)(New) Pink Milk Cooler: Plant-based rice milk blend with sweet and fruity characteristics and Bacardi Superior Rum (New) Kerkoiden Blue Cake: Spiced vanilla shortbread cookie with ginger cream cheese icing (New) Oga’s Cantina Menu (Available starting May 4) Batuu Bites: Blue corn, barbecue, and curry spice chips with lotus root, green bean chips, and herb dip The Roaring Loth-Cat: Minute Maid Apple Juice, lemon, and cinnamon with Seagram’s Ginger Ale (Non-alcoholic) (New) (Available starting May 4) Three Suns Over Batuu: Minute Maid Premium Lemonade with hot honey, DOLE Pineapple Juice, mango, guava, and ginger (Non-alcoholic) (New) Kamino Cooler Served in DJ R-3x Souvenir Mug: Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Bols Blue Curaçao Liqueur, passion fruit syrup, DOLE Pineapple Juice, and lime juice (New) Ronto Roasters Menu (Available starting May 1; mobile order available) Keshian Spiced Chips: Lotus root chips tossed in cinnamon sugar Beverage Carts in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Menu (Available starting May 1) Ettel Nuts: Assortment of sweet, spicy, and queso fundido nuts with chocolate candy rocks​ (New) Backlot Express Menu (Available May 1 through 31; mobile order available) Your Chosen Path Cupcake: Cookies and cream cupcake, marshmallow buttercream, white chocolate X-Wing, and milk chocolate rocks. Inside the cupcake, a secret lightsaber color will reveal itself! (New) Wookiee Cookie: Two oatmeal cookies with vanilla cream filling garnished with a milk chocolate sash on top Available Throughout the Park (Available May 1 through 31) Lightsaber Churro served with chocolate sauce Updated! Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo Menu (Available starting May 1; mobile order available) Enjoy updates to the sides of some of your favorite galactic dishes. Endorian Fried Chicken Tip-Yip: Crispy chicken served with house-made macaroni and roasted vegetables garnished with cauliflower leaf kimchi Shaak Pot Roast with Kublag Mash: Birria pot roast with turmeric-garlic mash and roasted carrots Sweet Puffer Pig Ribs with Portion Bread: Pork ribs brushed with tangy BBQ sauce and served with mac & cheese and sponge cake​ Endorian Chicken Tip-Yip Salad: Guava BBQ chicken with avocado-jalapeño dressing, arugula, radish, romaine lettuce, cucumber, red onion, haricot vert, pineapple, and rice noodles Available at Multiple Locations Throughout Disney’s Hollywood Studios (Available May 4 through 31; limit two per person, per transaction; available while supplies last) Chosen One Cooler: A crisp, refreshing blend of Granny Smith apple with white cranberry and lime juices served with a green Rechargeable Luke Skywalker Lightsaber Swizzle Stick (Non-alcoholic) (Also available with Absolut Citron Vodka) (New); Available at the following locations: ABC Commissary Backlot Express Rosie’s All-American Café Hollywood Hills Amphitheater Refreshments near Fantasmic! Snack Cart near Hollywood Boulevard Available at Multiple Locations Throughout Disney’s Hollywood Studios (Available May 4 through 31; limit two per person, per transaction; available while supplies last) Sith Lord Libation: A flavorful combination of blood orange with white cranberry and lime juices served with a Rechargeable Darth Vader Lightsaber Swizzle Stick (Non-alcoholic) (Also available with Absolut Citron Vodka); Available at the following locations: ABC Commissary Backlot Express Rosie’s All-American Café Hollywood Hills Amphitheater Refreshments near Fantasmic! Snack Cart near Hollywood Boulevard Disney Springs Amorette’s Patisserie Menu (Available starting May 4; mobile order available) Bright Suns Chocolate Mousse: Milk chocolate mousse, lemon curd, tangerine, and brown butter cake (New) The Ganachery Menu (Available starting May 4) Across the Stars Ganache Bars: Ganache Bars inspired by Star Wars planets, featuring the flavors of corn and nuts for Kashyyyk, dragon fruit for Tatooine, spicy cherry for Mustafar, and mint-lime for Hoth (New) Millennium Falcon Chocolate Pop: Solid milk chocolate pop with crispy pearls Star Wars Novelties (Available starting May 4; limit two per person, per transaction; available while supplies last) Salvaged Protocol Droid Bucket (New) Ice Cold Hydraulics Hollywood Hills Amphitheater Refreshments near Fantasmic! Popcorn Cart near Center Stage Mobile Order via Disney’s Hollywood Studios Souvenir Release Store Bantha Sipper (New) Milk Stand ABC Commissary Backlot Express Fairfax Fare Hollywood Hills Amphitheater Refreshments near Fantasmic! Outdoor Food Carts near the Main Entrance DJ R-3X Mug (New) Oga’s Cantina Jabba’s Sail Barge Bucket (New) Mobile Order via Disney’s Hollywood Studios Souvenir Release Store (Available May 4 and 5) Kat Saka’s Kettle (Available starting May 6) Rechargeable Luke Skywalker Lightsaber Swizzle Stick Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo; served with the Moof Juice or Takondana Quencher Oga’s Cantina; served with Jabba Juice or Outer Rim Rechargeable Darth Vader Lightsaber Swizzle Stick Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo; served with the Moof Juice or Takondana Quencher Oga’s Cantina; served with Jabba Juice or Outer Rim With these tasty adventures, the possibilities are endless when you visit Disney Parks. Stay updated on everything happening in Orlando with our coverage of the latest events and things to do across Central Florida. Get the Latest Orlando News now! Before going to any events listed on Gotta Go Orlando, it's advisable to reach out to the organizer or venue to verify the event's status, as details, changes, and cancellations may happen. Contact Us: You can contact us here. To advertise with us, click here. To list your upcoming event, submit it here. Newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter and stay in the loop with all the latest news from Central Florida delivered daily to your mailbox. Social Media: Join the local conversation on X, Facebook, and Instagram, plus, for extended coverage, catch the latest on our YouTube channel.

Celebrate your Mom the most delicious way possible, by brunching! Loews Hotels offers a mouthwatering selection of restaurants offering brunch on Mother's Day. With Mother’s Day just around the corner, landing on Sunday, May 10 this year, it’s almost time to celebrate mom and treat her to a delicious brunch or mouthwatering family dinner. Locals to Central Florida and out-of-towners alike can find the perfect place for their Mother’s Day meal at several Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando. The Kitchen at Hard Rock Hotel May 10 5800 Universal Blvd, Orlando Celebrate Mom with a beautifully elevated brunch she’ll love! Join theHard Rock Hotel on Sunday, May 10, 2026, for a lavish Mother’s Day Brunch at The Kitchen featuring an expansive buffet, made‑to‑order stations, indulgent desserts, and live, family‑friendly music. From classic breakfast favorites to chef‑driven entrées and carving station with prime rib and spiral ham, a made-to-order pasta station, a smoked salmon display, and a wide selection of desserts. Full Menu and Reservations HERE, or call 407-503-DINE (3463) Adults $85 - Children (ages 3–9) $40 - Children under 3 Free Amatista Cookhouse at Loews Sapphire Falls Resort May 10 6601 Adventure Wy, Orlando The surest way to earn extra brownie points with Mom this Mother's Day? Celebrating at Amatista Cookhouse, of course! Join the restaurant located within Lowes Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando for Mother's Day Brunch and treat Mom to a Caribbean-influenced prix fixe menu for a late lunch or dinner. Start with a choice of soup, salad, or garlic lime shrimp. For entrée, options include Surf and Turf with NY strip and pan-seared shrimp, mojo-marinated chicken and coconut Aji Amarillo salmon. Finish with Caribbean rum cake, guava cheesecake or passionfruit cheesecake for dessert. Full Menu and Reservations HERE, or call 407-503-DINE (3463) $65 per person Islands Dining Room at Loews Royal Pacific Resort May 10 6300 Hollywood Wy, Orlando Pan-Asian inspirations and brunch classics both await mom and the rest of the family at this diverse buffet, with a sushi station, iced raw bar, Asian charcuterie, omelet & waffle station, hot dishes like smoked beef brisket and buttermilk fried-chicken, a Wok station and more. And don’t miss the sweet selection of desserts! Full Menu and Reservations HERE, or call 407-503-DINE (3463) $85 for adults - $40 for children (ages 3-9) Trattoria del Porto at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel May 10 5601 Universal Blvd, Orlando Trattoria del Porto’s popular breakfast buffet will have extended hours on Mother’s Day, offering classic breakfast favorites like scrambled eggs, breakfast potatoes, French toast, pork sausage, smoked salmon, assorted pastries and more. Reservations HERE, or call 407-503-DINE (3463) $36 for adults - $18 for children (ages 3-9) ALL OPTIONS INCLUDE PARKING VALIDATED WITH $40 PURCHASE. Stay updated on everything happening in Orlando with our coverage of the latest events and things to do across Central Florida. Get the Latest Orlando News now! Contact Us: You can contact us here. To advertise with us, click here. To list your upcoming event, submit it here. Newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter and stay in the loop with all the latest news from Central Florida delivered daily to your mailbox. Social Media: Join the local conversation on X, Facebook, and Instagram, plus, for extended coverage, catch the latest on our YouTube channel.

For families looking for affordable ways to stay entertained during the break, Main Event just launched its Summer Savings Pass, offering unlimited activities all summer. The best value of the summer has arrived at Main Event Orlando. Located within Pointe Orlando on International Drive, the entertainment destination offers nonstop fun with bowling, laser tag, gravity ropes, billiards, arcade games, plus crave-worthy food, all under one roof. Just in time for summer break, the Summer Savings Pass is now available for pre-sale, giving families a chance to lock in unlimited excitement while saving 10 percent on passes purchased before May 9, 2026. Designed for maximum fun at an unbeatable price, the Summer Savings Pass delivers a season full of adventure, flavor, and memory-making moments. Starting at just $49.99 for the Basic Pass, and $69.99 for the Premium Pass, it’s one of the hottest entertainment deals of the summer. Guests can purchase online at https://www.mainevent.com/specials/season-pass/ and start planning their high-energy summer lineup. Discover the latest news and updates from the attractions in Central Florida, including Fun Spot America, Gatorland, Island H2O Water Park, WonderWorks Orlando, Ripley's Believe It Or Not, Crayola Experience, ICON Park, Wild Florida, Kennedy Space Center Visitors Center, and more. “Our Summer Savings Pass gives kids and families the ultimate way to stay active, stay cool, and make the most of every summer day, all at one great price,” said Laurie Curtis, Head of Marketing at Main Event. “With more than 60 locations nationwide, Main Event is the perfect place to beat the heat and turn up the fun all season long.” Life in the Pass Lane Valid from May 11 through September 4, 2026, the Main Event Summer Savings Pass is available in two tiers and each packed with value: Basic Pass: Perfect for weekday fun, the Basic Pass includes unlimited bowling with free shoe rental Monday through Thursday from open to close and Friday until 5 pm. Passholders also receive 10 percent off food and non-alcoholic beverages and can upgrade to All You Can Play (AYCP) activities for just $10 (valid same day). The Basic Pass is valid at the location of purchase. Premium Pass: For families ready to level up their summer, the Premium Pass unlocks unlimited All You Can Play (AYCP) activities every day, plus free bowling shoe rental. Guests also enjoy 20 percent off food and non-alcoholic beverages and receive $25 in bonus game play with the purchase of any arcade game card package (valid same day). The Premium Pass is valid at any participating location, making it ideal for summer travel and spontaneous fun. Passes are available for purchase online or at participating Main Event locations from now until September 4, 2026. To learn more about Main Event, including locations and experiences, visit www.mainevent.com or follow them on Facebook or Instagram @mymainevent. Stay updated on everything happening in Orlando with our coverage of the latest events and things to do across Central Florida. Get the Latest Orlando News now! Contact Us: You can contact us here. To advertise with us, click here. To list your upcoming event, submit it here. Newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter and stay in the loop with all the latest news from Central Florida delivered daily to your mailbox. Social Media: Join the local conversation on X, Facebook, and Instagram, plus, for extended coverage, catch the latest on our YouTube channel.

The Red Clay Strays are releasing a new album, Grateful, and are hitting the road on a 37 date tour in support of the music. Popular country rock band The Red Clay Strays have announced new music, with the bands third studio album, Grateful, set for release on June 5 via HBYCO Records/RCA Records. In support of the album, the band that blends traditional Southern rock with modern country will embark on the Grateful Tour ’26. Taking to social media the band officially announced the new music to fans, "We’re so excited to officially announce our third studio album, Grateful will be released June 5th! We put a lot of love into this album and can’t wait for y’all to hear it" The headline tour in support of the album includes a massive, 37-shows across the U.S. and Canada. The band revealed the details of the tour on social media too, "We are bringing Grateful to a city near you!! We cannot wait to bring this album to life on stages all across North America this year! Go claim your pre-sale code in the Red Clay Strays APP NOW to get your tickets starting Tuesday! This tour is going to be on a new level for the band and we look forward to sharing it all with you!" The tour kicks off on July 30 in Columbia, MD, and includes sowns in Montreal, QC, Philadelphia, PA, New York, NY, Seattle, WA, Ontario, CA, Toronto, ON, Fort Worth, TX and more, wrapping up on November 13 in Atlanta, GA. The tour includes a single show in Florida with The Red Clay Strays, Grateful Tour coming to Orlando, with the band taking to the stage at Kia Center on Wednesday, October 14. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 1 at 9 am. Download the Red Clay Strays app for presale access. For info: https://www.kiacenter.com/events/detail/the-red-clay-strays-2026 For tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/2200648D084192C2 Discover the latest concert and music news in Orlando and Tampa! From major headlining tours, to local indie music nights, Florida features an eclectic music scene! Catch the latest shows at Kia Center, House of Blues, The Plaza Live, Hard Rock Live, Addition Financial Arena, Benchmark International Arena, Yuengling Center, and more. The Red Clay Strays are a high-energy Southern band out of Mobile, Alabama that mix country, rock, blues, and soul into a gritty, electrifying sound. They started by grinding it out in small bars, but exploded into the spotlight when their song “Wondering Why” went viral, turning them into one of the hottest rising acts in country and Americana. Their music hits hard with raw emotion, powerful vocals, and a live-show intensity that feels more like a rock concert than a traditional country set. They’re quickly becoming known for bringing passion, soul, and a whole lot of fire back into modern country music. Stay updated on everything happening in Orlando with our coverage of the latest events and things to do across Central Florida. Get the Latest Orlando News now! Before going to any events listed on Gotta Go Orlando, it's advisable to reach out to the organizer or venue to verify the event's status, as details, changes, and cancellations may happen. Contact Us: You can contact us here. To advertise with us, click here. To list your upcoming event, submit it here. Newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter and stay in the loop with all the latest news from Central Florida delivered daily to your mailbox. Social Media: Join the local conversation on X, Facebook, and Instagram, plus, for extended coverage, catch the latest on our YouTube channel.

Jim Gaffigan is returning to Florida for a series of four shows in December including Tampa and Orlando. Popular comedian Jim Gaffigan has just announced fall dates for the ‘Everything Is Wonderful Tour’ including four shows in Florida almost a year to the date since his last shows in the state. Last year Gaffigan celebrated 2026 with fans in Estero, Hollywood, Tampa and Orlando, while this time around the comedian will say farewell to 2026, and hello to 2027 with shows in Tampa on December 27, Jacksonville on December 27, Estero on December 30, and Orlando on New Year's Eve, December 31. The Orlando show will see Gaffigan return to the stage at downtown's Kia Center following his debut performance at the venue on January 2, 2026. Don't miss Jim Gaffigan's return to Kia Center, tickets are officially on sale now. Get Orlando tickets here: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/22006490B377812E Discover the latest entertainment news from Orlando and throughout Central Florida. Jim Gaffigan is a renowned American stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and producer, celebrated for his unique blend of observational humor, wit, and clean comedy. Known for his love of food and his relatable take on everyday life, Gaffigan has earned a massive following with his distinctive style that combines self-deprecation and clever commentary on topics like family, food, and fatherhood. His comedic specials, such as "Mr. Universe," "Obsessed," and "Quality Time," have garnered critical acclaim and numerous accolades, making him one of the most successful comedians of his generation. Gaffigan's humor is characterized by his trademark "inner voice" monologues, where he hilariously second-guesses his own thoughts and actions. In addition to stand-up, Jim Gaffigan has appeared in various films and TV shows, lending his voice and talent to a wide range of projects. His versatility and broad appeal have made him a beloved figure in the comedy world, entertaining audiences of all ages. Check out all the latest news and more from Orlando and throughout Central Florida. Gotta Go Orlando offers the latest entertainment news, together with all the latest events and things to do throughout Central Florida. We feature concerts, theater, culture, nightlife, food & drink. theme parks, attractions, festivals, events, and more. With news and information being released on a daily basis, we encourage you to sign up for our newsletter and stay in the loop with all the latest exciting news from our local community. You can also join the local conversation on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Contact Us Got a story to tell Orlando? Contact us now. To advertise with us, click here, and to list your upcoming event with us, submit it here.

The summer run kicks off on June 2 in Raleigh, NC and includes stops in 15+ cities across the U.S. before wrapping up on July 4 in Toronto, ON. Corbyn Besson, best known as one-fifth of the boy band Why Don’t We, and SOULIDIFIED, the breakout boy band from Netflix’s Building the Band, will embark on The Pop’n Out Tour, a summer co-headline run produced by Live Nation. The tour arrives on the heels of Besson's solo shows in support of his debut EP, Head First, at the Troubadour in Los Angeles and the Gramercy Theatre in New York City last month, and comes as SOULIDIFIED quickly emerges into the spotlight following their appearance on Building the Band. The tour will see Besson and SOULIDIFIED perform at 19 venues across the US and Canada, including the Buckhead Theatre in Atlanta, GA, House of Blues in Orlando, FL, The Fillmore in San Diego, CA, Summit Music Hall in Denver, CO, Brooklyn Bowl in Nashville, TN, and more. The Orlando show is set for Friday, June 5. Tickets are on sale now! https://www.ticketmaster.com/corbyn-besson-and-soulidified-the-popn-orlando-florida-06-05-2026/event/2200649304A07697 Discover the latest concert and music news in Orlando and Tampa! From major headlining tours, to local indie music nights, Florida features an eclectic music scene! Catch the latest shows at Kia Center, House of Blues, The Plaza Live, Hard Rock Live, Addition Financial Arena, Benchmark International Arena, Yuengling Center, and more. Earlier this year, Besson released his debut solo EP, Head First, featuring high-profile collaborators including R&B icon Jeremih, multi-GRAMMY-winner Hit-Boy, 2X GRAMMY nominee Tenroc, and Latin GRAMMY-winner Trevor Muzzy. The EP also includes his smash single, "BLINK,” featuring TZUYU from the global K-pop phenomenon TWICE, which was nominated for a 2026 iHeartRadio Music Award for ‘Favorite K-pop Collab.’ The collaboration has amassed over 23M streams on Spotify and over 15M views on YouTube. Emerging from Netflix’s Building the Band, SOULIDIFIED is a boy band made up of Shade Jenifer, Malik Heard, Bradley Rittmann, and Landon Boyce, drawing inspiration from 90s and 2000s pop and R&B. Following the release of their debut single “One and Only,” SOULIDIFIED embarked on a country-wide tour with several sold-out shows. Currently based in Los Angeles, the band is writing and producing their debut EP, set for release later this year. Stay updated on everything happening in Orlando with our coverage of the latest events and things to do across Central Florida. Get the Latest Orlando News now! Before going to any events listed on Gotta Go Orlando, it's advisable to reach out to the organizer or venue to verify the event's status, as details, changes, and cancellations may happen. Contact Us: You can contact us here. To advertise with us, click here. To list your upcoming event, submit it here. Newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter and stay in the loop with all the latest news from Central Florida delivered daily to your mailbox. Social Media: Join the local conversation on X, Facebook, and Instagram, plus, for extended coverage, catch the latest on our YouTube channel.

Boricuaaaaa get your flag out and come celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Florida Puerto Rican Parade & Festival 2026. The Official Celebration of Puerto Ricans! One of Florida’s most vibrant cultural celebrations, the 10th annual Florida Puerto Rican Parade and Festival returns to Downtown Orlando this weekend, taking over the streets of downtown on Saturday, April 25, 2026. The parade sets off at 11 am from the corner of Roseline Ave and Robinson St. in Downtown Orlando. The theme of the parade is “Build the Future in Puerto Rico”, and in addition to the cultural festivities on the day, the 2026 events will serve as a strategic platform to highlight the island’s economic opportunities and inspire young talent and entrepreneurs to invest in Puerto Rico’s future. The Florida Puerto Rican Parade and Festival were established to promote the Puerto Rican community culture, heritage, values and its contributions to the State of Florida in Business, Health, Music, Science, Sports, Arts and Government. Puerto Ricans from throughout Florida cities and surrounding states are encouraged to attend the annual celebration which has become a milestone event for families from across the region and Puerto Rico to get together. The Festival set in Downtown Orlando at 500 N. Orange Ave, is held immediately after the Parade allowing participants and spectators an easy transition to top notch entertainment, local performers and exhibitors. It is a family friendly fun filled event that offers a variety of activities and entertainment for all ages. It is visited by thousands of people from Orlando, Central Florida, other nearby cities as well as New York, Connecticut, Chicago, Massachusetts and Puerto Rico. The festival features live musical performances, celebrity appearances, and a children’s area. More than 100 exhibitors including national and corporate sponsors, local products, crafts, kiosks, typical food, artisans, painters, artists, and products made in Puerto Rico are represented. It is a vehicle that contributes to revitalize the community and strengthen cultural bonds. It is visited by thousands of people from throughout Central Florida, and other nearby cities as well as New York, Connecticut, Chicago, Massachusetts, and Puerto Rico. For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, follow Gotta Go Orlando on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up for the Gotta Go Orlando Newsletter. Got a story to tell? Contact us here. To advertise with us, click here, and to list your upcoming event with us, submit it here.

CAFA Caribbean Fusion Festival is a Free Annual Caribbean Festival in Kissimmee’s Lakefront Park that features music, art, and food. This weekend, bring the family for the 2026 Caribbean Fusion Festival returning to Kissimmee Lakefront Park on Sunday, April 26, 2026 from 12 pm - 7 pm. This fun, family-friendly event features an array of music, delectable food, unique crafts, and lively entertainment dance performances, including Steel band, Dancers, Reggae, Soca & Latin Music by live performers. Enjoy an exciting lineup of live performances featuring Mega Banton, Terry Gajraj, Adrianna Clark, and Sanky & the Band, bringing high-energy entertainment and authentic Caribbean sounds to the stage Guests can explore a variety of food vendors offering authentic Caribbean cuisine, shop with local businesses and artisans, and experience the colors, rhythms, and flavors that make Caribbean culture so unique. The festival is designed to bring the community together while highlighting the impact and contributions of Caribbean culture throughout Central Florida. Whether you’re coming for the performances, the food, or the atmosphere, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Bring your friends and family and come experience the fusion of culture, rhythm, and community at this exciting outdoor festiva! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-caribbean-fusion-festival-caribbean-and-floridian-association-inc-tickets-1985452740594 If it's happening in Orlando you Gotta Go Orlando! For the latest news from Orlando and throughout Central Florida with our Daily Orlando News. For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, follow Gotta Go Orlando on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up for the Gotta Go Orlando Newsletter. Got a story to tell? Contact us here. To advertise with us, click here, and to list your upcoming event with us, submit it here.

Visitors to the annual event in Wickham Par will enjoy a walk in the park, viewing and purchasing art, together with enjoying the festival weekend entertainment and activities. The 41st Melbourne Art Festival will once again be held at beautiful Wickham Park in Melbourne, with this year's highly anticipated event taking place this weekend, Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26, 2026. The award-winning festival, which draws art and music lovers from throughout Central Florida and Southeast, is a vibrant family friendly event that promotes and encourages artistic endeavors, education and appreciation of the arts on the Space Coast. This year’s festival will feature over 200 artist booths, live music, kid friendly activities, a VIP Patron Lounge, sponsor and exhibitor displays, and diverse food and beverage options. Perfect for a day out for a the family, The Melbourne Art Festival offers FREE admission, FREE parking, FREE children’s activities and FREE live entertainment throughout the weekend with live music Saturday evening until 7 pm. The Melbourne Art Festival is consistently ranked in the top 200 shows in the nation by “Sunshine Artist” magazine over the last 10 years, and in 2024 the festival ranked #38. Among the many highlights of the 2026 festival: • Nationally ranked #25 BEST fine art show in the USA • Juried fine art show displaying original works of art in a variety of medias • Artist booths, stage, food court, and beverage stations are all located around the back lake, among the trees and cool breezes of Wickham Park. • Live music Saturday & Sunday from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM featuring Penny Creek (12:30) and Wicked Garden Gnomes (3:00) on Saturday and reggae with Kulchavation (12:30) and the Phoenix Band (3:00) on Sunday • KidsWorld activities including Student Art Workshops, Magician & Jugglers, Puppet Show, and Music from local schools with a new focus on STEM and digital. • Food & beverage vendors serving a variety of cuisine and snack options along with beverages including cold beer, wine, seltzers and mixed drinks in the Food Court. • VIP Patron Lounge providing covered seating to view the live music while enjoying free beverages, VIP Parking, an invitation to an exclusive artist reception after the show Saturday, gift bags, and more. • Browse Melbourne Art Festival Sponsor and Exhibitor displays. • Cart rides will be offered to help those with large art purchases get back to their vehicle and as a shuttle from the far end of the festival to the entrance. The Melbourne Art Festival is a juried Fine Arts Show, drawing artists from throughout Florida and the United States. Artists selected the Melbourne Art Festival as one of the Top 100 fine art shows in the US in 2024 (#38) and has consistently ranked in the top 100 over the past ten years by Sunshine Artist Magazine. The local festival was also a 2021 Finalist for Florida Today’s ‘Best of Brevard Awards’ in the non-profit category, and the 2023 winner of Best Festival by Space Coast Living Magazine. Originally held in Indialantic and then Downtown Melbourne for its first 32 years, the festival moved to Wickham Park in 2017 due to limited parking, downtown congestion, and space limitations for artists, sponsors, and food vendors. Proceeds raised during the weekend, along with those raised at Melbourne Art Festival Benefit Art Auctions, are used to encourage and support the arts and art education in Central Florida; Offer Student Scholarships for art classes and camps; and funding other educational art efforts, art organizations and non-profit organizations. The Melbourne Arts Festival has donated over $100,000 to the community. The Melbourne Art Festival is a Not for Profit 501-C3 organization whose mission is to promote and encourage artistic endeavors, education and appreciation. The festival is run completely by volunteers. More Info: https://melbourneartsfestival.org or email mafinfo@melbournearts.org or call 321-722-1964. Looking for more fun events and things to do in Central Florida? Check out our Events Guide. Gotta Go Orlando is your local source for the latest entertainment news, events and things to do in the Orlando area. We feature the latest concerts, theater news, arts & culture, nightlife, food & drink. theme parks, attractions, festivals, events, and so much more. To be sure you don't miss the latest happenings in Orlando, sign up for our newsletter and stay in the loop with all the latest exciting news from our local community. You can also join the local conversation on X, Facebook, and Instagram, and catch the latest on our YouTube Channel too. Contact Us Got a story to tell Orlando? Contact us now. To advertise with us, click here, and to list your upcoming event with us, submit it here.

The Mount Dora Blueberry Festival is a celebration of the rapidly growing blueberry agriculture business in Central Florida. The eagerly anticipated Mount Dora Blueberry Festival is back for another year, promising a weekend filled with family-friendly fun, delicious blueberry-themed treats, and more. This year's festival will take place on Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26 at Donnelly Park - 530 N. Donnelly St in the heart of Mount Dora, A celebration of the rapidly growing blueberry agriculture business in Central Florida. The Mount Dora Blueberry Festival highlights local blueberry farms, and they will sell berries freshly picked from their farms along with fresh blueberry products. crafters, live music, pancake breakfast, blueberry beer, wine and a blueberry pie eating contest. At this FREE event, there will be over 100 vendors, live entertainment and kids activities. Best of all this is a free event, and everyone is invited to the celebration. Lake County, Florida is home to more than a dozen blueberry farms that offer commercial shipping as well as U-Pick blueberries during April-May each year. The Mount Dora Blueberry Festival is a beloved annual event that celebrates the blueberry harvest season and the rich agricultural heritage of the region. Make sure you get tickets to the fresh blueberry pancake breakfast. All berries are locally sourced from farms in Lake County, Florida. Pancake Breakfast is served from 9 am until 12 pm. The pancake breakfast will sell out so be sure and get your tickets in advance. Coffee and mimosas will be available for purchase. Limited tickets will be available. $11 per person + $1 processing fee The highly anticipated Mount Dora Blueberry Pie Eating contest will be held on SATURDAY at 2 pm on the main stage. There is a limit of 10 contestants in each group: YOUTH up to 12 years old and ADULT over 12 years old. Entry is FREE. Sign up at the stage before 1 pm to secure your spot to compete to WIN a fresh baked blueberry pie, an official Mount Dora Blueberry Festival T-Shirt, and the annual bragging rights! Fresh baked pies are available for sale, prepared by students from Umatilla High School. Blueberries are graciously donated by Amberbrook Farms and all pie sale proceeds help purchase equipment and supplies for their Culinary Program. The Mount Dora Blueberry Festival is not just a celebration of blueberries. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore a diverse selection of vendors offering unique artisanal food products, and one-of-a-kind gifts. Enjoy no hassle parking and a shuttle ride to the event at 900 N. Lincoln Ave. $10 to park all day. The round trip shuttle ride is FREE! Proceeds to benefit Kiwanis Club scholarships for students. https://mountdorablueberryfestival.com If it's happening in Orlando, you'll find it in our Events and Things To Do Guide Guide! Gotta Go Orlando is your local source for the latest entertainment news, events and things to do throughout Central Florida. We feature concerts, theater, arts & culture, nightlife, food & drink. theme parks & attractions, festivals, events, and so much more. To be sure you don't miss the latest happenings in Orlando, sign up for our newsletter and stay in the loop with all the latest exciting news from our local community. You can also join the local conversation on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Contact Us Got a story to tell Orlando? Contact us now. To advertise with us, click here, and to list your upcoming event with us, submit it here.

Central Florida Earth Day is an exciting day of colorful and educational exhibits and activities. The biggest Earth Day festival in Central Florida, returns to Lake Eola Park on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 10 am - 6 pm at Lake Eola Park (East Side). Central Florida Earth Day is organized by Vegetarians of Central Florida, a social and educational group for vegans and those aspiring to be in the Central Florida area. Celebrating its 21st year, Central Florida Earth Day is the biggest and best Earth Day festival in Central Florida. Central Florida Earth Day is an exciting day of colorful and educational exhibits and activities, and is the biggest and best Earth Day festival in Central Florida, and best of all, admission is FREE! Earth Day is a family-friendly, dog-friendly, vegan event, plus its alcohol and smoke-free. Earth Day also features hundreds of vendors representing a wide array of eco-friendly businesses and groups. Enjoy Presentations, Food Preparation Demonstrations, Environmental Education, Earth Kids Zone, Food, Artist Corner, Animal Haven, Music, Mind Body Spirit, and lots of other Activities, all making the Central Florida Earth Day 2025​, the best ever. Central Florida Earth Day will also showcase the very best in eco-friendly, vegan food! All food served at Earth Day is vegan (containing no animal products). Much of the food is organic and/or local. Plus, there will be a great selection of artists and crafters encompassing a variety of media, especially those that are environmentally and vegan related. A free photo booth will also be located in the center of Artist Corner, and will feature various fun props and a Central Florida Earth Day background. Central Florida Earth Day will also devote attention to our non-human animal friends and neighbors!vThe Animal Haven will feature animal rescue groups, dogs and cats for adoption screening, information on caring for companion animals, feeding dogs and cats a vegetarian diet, the importance of spaying and neutering, caring for feral cats, and much more! For more information on this year's event, go to the Central Florida Earth Day website. Looking for more fun events and things to do in Central Florida? Check out our Events Guide. Gotta Go Orlando is your local source for the latest entertainment news, events and things to do in the Orlando area. We feature the latest concerts, theater news, arts & culture, nightlife, food & drink. theme parks, attractions, festivals, events, and so much more. To be sure you don't miss the latest happenings in Orlando, sign up for our newsletter and stay in the loop with all the latest exciting news from our local community. You can also join the local conversation on X, Facebook, and Instagram, and catch the latest on our YouTube Channel too. Contact Us Got a story to tell Orlando? Contact us now. To advertise with us, click here, and to list your upcoming event with us, submit it here.