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No Need To Cry Me A River as Justin Timberlake has announced the Forget The World 2024 US tour, marking his first major headline tour in five years. On January 26, musician, actor, and entertainer Justin Timberlake announced his first tour in 5 years with The Forget Tomorrow World Tour. Sadly the tour did not include any dates in Orlando, with Timberlake opting to stop off in Tampa at the Amalie Arena on Fri. June 14, and Miami the following night, Sat June 15 at the Kaseya Center. Now due to the phenomenal response to the initial tour announcement, with multiple sell outs and the addition of numerous second and third shows,” Live Nation Entertainment have added a date in Orlando, with the SexyBack singer bringing The Forget Tomorrow World Tour to Kia Center on November 9. Tickets for the Orlando show go on sale Thursday, February 15 at 10 am. Save the date! Fans can expect to hear songs from his forthcoming new album Everything I Thought It Was, his latest single “Selfish” out now, and everyone’s favorite hits. Written by Timberlake, Louis Bell (Taylor Swift, Post Malone), Cirkut (Maroon 5, The Weeknd), Theron Thomas, Amy Allen and produced by Timberlake, Louis Bell and Cirkut, “Selfish” is the first taste of solo music from Justin since his 2018 Man of the Woods record. Justin’s sixth studio album Everything I Thought It Was is out March 15th. Pre-order HERE. Justin Timberlake is a multi-talented entertainer, recording artist, record producer, songwriter and actor. Throughout his career, he’s sold over 54 million albums and 63 million singles globally, and a further 70 million records as the lead vocalist of *NSYNC. Justin has won ten GRAMMY Awards across the pop, dance and R&B genres, including his successful solo albums Man of the Woods, The 20/20 Experience, FutureSex/LoveSounds, and his debut solo album, Justified – as well as his collaborations with Jay-Z. He’s garnered over 23 billion audio and video streams globally and won four Emmy Awards for his memorable stints on “Saturday Night Live.” On the big screen, he’s lent his voice to DreamWorks’ animated franchise phenomena TROLLS, including the third installment, 2023’s TROLLS BAND TOGETHER. His hit record “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” from TROLLS was nominated for “Best Original Song” at the 2017 Academy Awards. To keep up to date with the very latest happenings in Orlando, sign up to the Gotta Go Orlando Newsletter, and follow us on our social accounts to find the best events: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Discover the best of Orlando with our daily updated news, featuring the Best Things To Do: Entertainment News, Live Music & Concerts News, Events & Festival News, Theater & The Visual Arts News, Bar, Club & Nightlife News, and Food & Drink News. For the latest events in Orlando, check out our events guides: Events & Things To Do In Orlando This Month, Events & Things To Do In Orlando This Weekend, and FREE Events & Things To Do In Orlando This Weekend. For the very latest Orlando Theme Park News click here, and for the latest Attractions News click here. Plus, check out our daily updated guides to Central Florida'sTheme Parks: Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando, LEGOLAND Florida, and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. To feature your business with Gotta Go Orlando learn more about advertising with us, and to or list your events with us, submit your Orlando events here.

With picture perfect sunshine, action-packed activities, and never-ending entertainment, Florida is the perfect spot for Spring Break, and Orlando remains the top Spring Break destination! When you think of Spring Break, you think of Florida, and its easy to see why the sunshine state is the number one destination for fun lovers, with amazing weather, endless things to do, and gorgeous white sand beaches! Top of the list of course is Orlando, with an unrivaled choice of theme parks and attractions, restaurants, entertainment and nightlife, and here at Gotta Go Orlando we've brought together over 100 Spring Break must-do's in Orlando So when does the fun start? Florida Spring Break typically last around 6 to 7 weeks, usually from late February to early April, so let's get the party started on your Orlando Spring Break bucket list! You Gotta Visit A Theme Park As the undisputed theme park capital of the world, Orlando is home to the world's most famous theme parks! Every Spring Break, visitors, old and young arrive in Central Florida to immerse themselves in our theme parks. ​ From the magical adventures at Walt Disney World, to the epic theme parks at Universal Orlando Resort, there is a whole world of fun and excitement for everyone to enjoy here in Central Florida's awesome theme parks. ​ The fun continues with SeaWorld Orlando where you can experience ocean animals together with thrilling shows and rides, plus the fun doesn't stop there, we have LEGOLAND Florida in Winter Park, where you can enjoy Lego rides, shows and attractions plus Legoland's little theme park for little visitors, Peppa Theme Park! ​ Enough fun? No way! Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is where the fun is thrilling with wild animals and even wilder rides! There is also lots of special events happening at the theme parks during Spring Break: EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival February 28 - May 27 Attend a springtime event abloom with brilliant gardens, fresh flavors, lively entertainment and more! The popular Garden Rocks Concert Series is back in 2024, featuring favorite tunes at the America Gardens Theatre. And of course, fresh flavors will be on the menu at Outdoor Kitchens and other food and beverage locations throughout the park, among other delights. Seven Seas Food Festival at SeaWorld Orlando Select Dates, February 2 - May 19 Oceans of flavor and fun are waiting at SeaWorld. From foodies to families, everyone will find tasty delights among more than 200 distinct offerings. Explore more than 50 fresh global cuisine choices to pair with over 75 refreshing wine, cocktails, and craft brews. Plus, add a taste of rock, country, Latin, or throwback sounds at live music shows! every weekend. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Food & Wine Festival Select Dates, March 9 - May 19 A world of taste awaits at the annual Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Food & Wine Festival with a delicious menu and drinks as dynamic and unique as the park's thrilling roller coaster collection. Guests can sip & savor their way through flavorful eats and mouthwatering treats before finding their new favorite brew or cocktail. Park guests can explore a variety of flavors while enjoying a diverse concert lineup, including acts for all tastes. Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval! February 3 - April 7 It's the beads and fun of Mardi Gras and beyond at Universal Orlando Resort! Enjoy Universal Mardi Gras, an awesome party inspired by Carnaval celebrations from around the world. Catch the spectacular parade, beads by the handful, live concerts on select nights, and amazing international cuisine along with sizzling New Orleans favorites Sesame Street Land's 5th Birthday January 27 - April 28 Sesame Street Land is turning 5 and Sesame Street Land at SeaWorld Orlando is all decked out with colorful birthday décor. Enjoy fun birthday events including the ALL-NEW Sesame Street Birthday Parade, Birthday Storytime, Birthday-themed crafts and festive Birthday photo ops with everyone’s favorite furry friends, and special visiting Sesame Street friends. ​ Enjoy Outdoors Adventures In Orlando For those seeking adventure in Orlando this Spring Break, you have a ton of epic choices! Highlights include riding an airboat through the swamps in search of gators at both, Wild Florida or Boggy Creek Airboat Rides, or soar above the trees on zip lines and tarzan ropes at Orlando Tree Trek Adventure Park! Looking for something a little more laid back? Enjoy a sunrise hot air balloon ride over Orlando with Painted Horizons Hot Air Balloon Rides, or enjoy an 8-minute tethered adventure in the world’s largest hand-painted helium balloon at Disney Springs. Aerophile Balloon Rides will give you a birds eye view of Walt Disney World! A must-do in Orlando is a Swan Paddle Boat Ride around Lake Eola! Or for a complete change of pace, The Lazy H Ranch offers horseback scenic trail rides through hundreds of acres of pristine Florida ranch lands. Mosey along and ride across the Kissimmee Valley, through hundred-year-old oak trees and along the shores of beautiful lake Tohopekaliga. For a wild outdoor adventure, The Showcase of Citrus’s Park Rangers drive guests aboard monster trucks into the vast Florida Outback. Guests will explore Native Woodlands, Citrus Groves, and Bigfoot territory. The Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour, located on Lake Osceola in the quiet suburb of Winter Park, offers hour-long, guided cruises through narrow manmade canals on the tranquil Winter Park chain. Another fun option is a thrilling jet ski ride on a Sea Doo Jet Ski from Luxe Jet Ski Rental, or captain your own personal catamaran across some of the cleanest waterways in all of Florida - pushing the throttle at up to 25MPH while enjoying some of the best scenery you can find during a 2 hour adventure on the Clermont Chain of lakes with Catboat. Cool Off In An Orlando Water Park This Spring Break you can experience miles of lazy rivers, massive wave pools and some of the most thrilling water slides imaginable at Orlando's awesome choice of water parks! ​ Highlights include Typhoon Lagoon at Walt Disney World, and the amazing South Pacific themed Volcano Bay at Universal Orlando, while SeaWorld Orlando of course specializes in all things aquatic and their water park Aquatica is amazing. LEGOLAND Florida's Water Park features Lego of course and is so much fun, while over at Busch Gardens in Tampa Bay you'll discover Adventure Island! ​ Plus, for even more splashing fun in the sun, a must-visit is Island H20 Water Park at the Margaritaville Resort in Kissimmee, plus in addition to the awesome Orlando water parks, check out these water adveture park, well worth splashing into! Nona Adventure Park in Lake Nona features an inflatable aqua park/obstacle course, and 60’ climbing tower/ropes course/rock walls, while over near Orlando International Airport you will discover Orlando Watersports Complex, one of the largest cable wakeboard parks in the U.S. Discover Orlando's Awesome Attractions Orlando offers a never ending choice of fun experiences for everyone to enjoy, young or old and no matter what you're interested in, you'll find all right it here. including one of the world's tallest rides! The Orlando Starflyer which towers over I-Drive at 425 feet tall. ​ Next door is Kings Dining And Entertainment offering bowling, billiards, bars and more, all in a spacious retro-chic setting. I-Drive also offers Florida's largest indoor attraction, Dezerland Park with so much to enjoy including bowling, go-kart tracks, axe throwing and a huge auto museum. Fun Spot America is a must-visit, with two locations (Orlando and Kissimmee), with both parks offering thrills for all ages. Parking is FREE at Fun Spot America as well as FREE admission. Pay by day in advance or by ride at the park. Take a walk on the weird side at Ripley's Believe It or Not! Orlando with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare skeletons. Then visit Orlando's upside down house, WonderWorks, an amusement park for the mind with 35,000 square feet of “edu-tainment”, the attraction combines education and entertainment with more than 100 hands on exhibits that challenge the mind and spark the imagination. ​ Andretti Indoor Karting & Games features indoor karting, 12 lanes of boutique bowling, more than 120 arcade, prize games, two-level laser tag arena, six virtual reality racing simulators, 7D interactive motion theater, an extreme ropes course and more! At Topgolf Orlando, enjoy climate-controlled hitting bays for year-round comfort with HDTVs in every bay. Using complimentary clubs or your own, take aim at the giant outfield targets and our high-tech balls will score themselves. Discover the dream of flight at iFLY Orlando! Experience the true free fall conditions of skydiving without jumping from an airplane. iFLY's vertical wind tunnel technology creates a wall-to-wall cushion of air on which you can safely float. Meet Wild Animals At Orlando's Amazing Animal Encounters Come on out and enjoy all the alligator awesomeness of a day at Gatorland, “The Alligator Capital of the World!” There isn’t a better place to see alligators and crocodiles of all sizes, from babies, also known as grunts, to the 14-foot monsters that call our Breeding Marsh home. We even have the largest collection of extremely rare white leucistic alligators. But, Gatorland is more than just a gator park! Enjoy the free-flight aviary, petting zoo, one-of-a-kind animal shows, and more You can also enjoy a road trip through the Wild Florida Drive-thru Safari Park where you and your family can see more than 150 exotic and native animals roaming freely. In addition to exploring the drive thru safari, there are also a variety of animal encounters and experiences you and your family will enjoy. From feeding to painting with the tallest living animals on Earth, this adventure will definitely reach new heights. Wild Florida Alligator Park gives visitors the opportunity to watch, touch and even feed native Florida animals, various species of tropical birds and exotic animals from all over the world. See more than 500 animals, including rare and endangered species at Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, as well as 23 acres of lush natural beauty. Discover more than 900 animals from around the world set within the natural beauty of Florida landscapes at Brevard Zoo in Melbourne. Spend The Day Exploring ICON Park ICON Park isa must visit on International Drive, offering fun adventures for the whole family. Located in the heart of the Orlando Entertainment District, the complex encompasses entertainment attractions, over a dozen world-class restaurants and bars, nightly live music, retail stores and an outdoor marketplace – all anchored under the 400-ft icon of the Orlando skyline, The Wheel. The Wheel at ICON Park is not your average Ferris wheel, this stunning 400 foot tall Observation wheel gives you a view of Orlando like no other. In addition to The Wheel, there is lots of inside attractions at ICON Park including Madame Tussauds Orlando, here you get up-close and personal with the hottest celebrities and enjoy the glitz and glamour of Hollywood life. Dazzle your friends with the ultimate selfie as you strike a pose with Taylor Swift, kick a GOOOAL with Neymar, fly back through history to meet our greatest leaders, and save the world with Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman. Next door is SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium where you come face-to-fin with thousands of fish, sharks, stingrays, sea turtles, and many more. Prepare for a world of glittering scales, humongous tentacles, and razor sharp teeth. Get ready to plunge deep into the oceans, explore our 360-degree ocean tunnel, meet our friendly rescue sea turtle, and touch exotic starfish and anemones. Also at ICON Park you can enter the fascinating world of illusions which will trick your confidence in senses, but amaze you by doing it; the world that will confuse you completely, but also educate you… Visit the Museum of Illusions Orlando and you will be thrilled because nothing is what it seems, especially not HERE! Next to Museum of Illusions you will discover Max Action Arena, the perfect place for friends and family to hang out during the rain, competing and exploring together. This is an extreme fun center featuring free-roam Virtual Reality, Axe Throwing, Adventure Rooms, Escape Room and more. The fun never stops at ICON Park, you can enjoy great attractions including a stunning Mirror Maze, 7D Motion Theater, breath-taking Virtual Reality experiences, great games, prizes, and more at In The Game Orlando,  located inside the Wheelhouse at ICON Park. Right in the middle of all the action! You won’t go hungry at ICON Park, either, thanks to amazing restaurants including Blake Shelton’s Ole Red, Tapa Toro Tapas Bar & Paella Pit, Tin Roof, and Yard House, plus Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chips and legendary Key West saloon Sloppy Joe’s. Ready to dance? Ole Red and Tin Roof also offer live music to dance the night away! Eat, Drink And Be Entertained At The Pointe Orlando An open-air dining, entertainment and shopping hub close to the Orange County Convention Center, Pointe Orlando offers an amazing choice of places to ea,t drink, and have fun, perfect for a night out! Savor a taste of Havana and late-night dancing at Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar, headed by two-time James Beard award-winning Chef Guillermo Pernot, or feast on fine Greek cuisine with a side of live belly-dancing entertainment at Taverna Opa. You can also opt for fresh catches at The Oceanaire Seafood Room and legendary steaks at The Capital Grille. Pointe Orlando constantly adds new flavors, too, such as Chicago’s famous The Hampton Social and Brazilian churrasco steakhouse Rodizio Grill. You can’t go wrong with British favorites at The Pub Orlando, and don't miss JoJo’s Shake Bar, and for nightlife a must visit is Blue Martini! Enjoy A Themed Dinner Show Orlando offers an amazing choice of dinner shows perfect for a family get together on Labor Day Weekend. ​ Kissimmee boasts two very popular dinner shows, Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament is all about jousting, horsemanship and falconry, and Capone's Dinner and Show is a fun and unique experience full of comedy, action and adventure. ​ International Drive loves it's dinner shows too with an awesome choice including Pirate's Dinner Adventure offering swashbuckling thrills and sword fights, Mango's Tropical Cafe Orlando offers a uniquely Latin themed experience not to miss and Orlando Improv Comedy Club & Dinner Theatre features a night of nonstop laughter. ​ Also on I-Drive is Titanic Dinner Show featuring a one of a kind dinner parties aboard Titanic plus Sleuths Mystery Dinner Show is a world of comedy where you become the detective. Glam Up And Get Ready To Party When the sun goes down, it sure gets hotter around here, Orlando an electric nightlife scene with a never ending choice of bars and clubs offering drinks, music, dancing and more, it's an ever changing scene with new locations popping up all the time and here at Gotta Go Orlando we've got your back! For tourists and locals alike Disney Springs, Universal's Citywalk, ICON Park, Mango's Orlando, and The Pointe on I-Drive are obvious choice for a night out, with plenty in the way of things to do after dark, but look beyond the bright lights of the tourism areas and Downtown Orlando is the place to go and be seen for a big night out! ​ Turn it up, way up. Looking for loud and all the right moves? Downtown Orlando has been the area’s dance floor for decades, Downtown Orlando is packed with options, from quaint hole in the wall bars to all out nightclubs, Downtown comes alive in the evening, with a solid mix of local-style taverns, modern bars, rooftop bars and a solid selection of nightclubs, hosting everything from live music to globetrotting DJ's. So get ready to glam up, let your hair down and let loose, it's time to have fun! Hit The Beach This Spring Break So... when you think of the Sunshine State, two things spring to mind, theme parks and beaches, and thanks to Orlando's central location, you don't have to choose, pretty awesome! ​ Orlando is practically in the middle of both the historic east coast beaches and the stunning gulf coast beaches in the west coast of Central Florida, so this Spring Break, whether you want a day at the beach or a weekend away, get ready to soak up the sunshine! East Coast Beaches Daytona Beach The world's most famous beach is just an hour from downtown Orlando, Daytona Beach is all about the cars, a place to catch a NASCAR race and even drive your own car right on the beach. For a quieter corner, head to Ponce Inlet and climb to the top of Florida's tallest lighthouse, built in 1835. Plus, for shopping and dining, a visit to Beach Street is a popular choice. New Smyrna Beach New Smyrna Beach is a hot spot for surfing, quirky shops, and delightful eats, plus you can drive your car onto this beach’s wide, compacted smooth sand! A must do for sure! Once you’ve gotten your fill with paddle boarding and sunbathing, check out Flagler Avenue with Old Florida shops, local boutiques and casual eateries. Cocoa Beach Orlando's closest beach is well known for its surfing culture with Cocoa the home of the world's largest surf shop, Ron Jon Surf Shop at 52,000 square feet. Open 24 hours a day, the huge store features everything under the sun, from T-shirts and seashells to beach bikes, paddleboards, and of course, surfboards. ​ The Cocoa Beach Pier area is fun with lot's of beach activities, while many families like the quiet of Lori Wilson Park where you'll find free parking, restrooms and outdoor showers. West Coast Beaches Clearwater Beach America’s number one beach, Clearwater is definitely a renowned hot spot, complete with shopping, dining, live entertainment, and a revitalized downtown area. White sand and clear, shallow waters make this beach a destination that can’t be beaten for families. Don’t miss the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, and the awesome sunset celebration that is held nightly at the always fun Clearwater Beach Pier. Don't miss it! Madeira Beach At Madeira Beach, the sun, the white sand beaches and emerald turquoise waters invite swimming and sunning, be a beachcomber, or just sit and watch the world go by from the shade of a beach umbrella. Set sail on a sunset cruise or a daylong fishing excursion or just stroll the wooden boardwalk and check out the waterfront shops and dining options. ​ Treasure Island The main draw here is three miles of sparkling white, sandy beaches on shores of the Gulf of Mexico. Go swimming, shelling, sunning, snorkeling, parasailing and more, or simply walk the beach and take in one of the most stunning and memorable sunsets that you will ever see. ​ Hang out at the world's longest waterfront bar, Gators Cafe & Saloon, to catch the sunset and enjoy the atmosphere at the surrounding beach bars, for live music and dancing. St Pete Beach With miles of beaches, surf shops and boutiques, along with dining and water sports for all ages, it's easy to see why St. Pete Beach is voted one of the best beaches in the U.S. At the heart of St. Pete Beach is the historic pink palace, the Loews Don Ce Sar Hotel, built in 1928 at the heart of America's Jazz Age. It's worth a visit to soak up the nostalgic, Gatsby-like atmosphere. ​ Make time to see the Salvador Dali museum in downtown St. Petersburg, housing the largest collection of Dali's work outside of Spain. Go On A Foodie Adventure In Orlando This Spring Break Superb dining choices are hallmarks of a great city, and here in Orlando their is many standout eateries offering dishes from around the world, so whether you're looking for authentic ramen dishes, mouthwatering dry-aged steaks, or decadent crab nachos, you'll discover it all and more in Orlando. Orlando is well known for the best theme parks in the world, and yes, of course we love eating and drinking our way around the world at Epcot... But beyond the bright lights and mouth watering delights of the parks you'll discover a world of wonderful food. In recent years, our foodie scene has exploded. We’ve got ​food halls, food trucks, farm-to-table restaurants, food tours, craft breweries, gastropubs, scratch bakeries and more, and with so many mouthwatering options, where do you begin? Here at Gotta Go Orlando we've got you covered on the best places to eat. Orlando's impressive culinary scene awaits, keep up to date with the freshest Restaurant news and reviews here at Gotta Go Orlando, now go and eat your way around Orlando! Explore Orlando's Parks, Gardens And The Great Outdoors Orlando is blessed with an abundance of parks, gardens, and the chance to escape the tourists and enjoy the great outdoors where you'll get the chance to become one with nature. The variety of free parks, gardens, nature trails, bike trails and more here in Orlando is breathtaking, so get outside and enjoy your Spring Break! Lake Eola Park Lake Eola Park is a must visit, located in the heart of Downtown Orlando, with a sidewalk that circles the lake 0.9 miles in length, making it easy for visitors to keep track of their walking or running Relax amid beautiful flower beds and a spectacular view of Orlando’s skyline and the gorgeous Lake Eola, enjoy the swans and other birds inhabiting the park, or you can check out a free concert, movie or a play in the Walt Disney Amphitheater. Harry P Leu Gardens Explore an amazing botanical oasis nearly 50-acres minutes from Downtown Orlando. Harry P Leu Gardens features landscaped grounds and lakes, with walking trails all shaded by 200-year-old oaks and forests of camellias. Free entry days at Leu Gardens are offered on select Mondays throughout the year, check the website for details. The UCF Arboretum The Arboretum of the University of Central Florida is located on the main campus of the University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida, United States. Covering 80 acres, it contains more than 600 species of plants, including more than 100 bromeliads, in cultivated gardens. Lake Lotus Park Lake Lotus Park is the City of Altamonte Springs’ nature preserve. The total area is approximately 150 acres, including 120 acres of woods and wetlands. The park is a diverse, natural habitat that provides limitless natural encounters with flora and fauna. Oakland Nature Preserve West of Orlando, just 30 minutes from the attractions and nestled between Winter Garden and Clermont in the beautiful Town of Oakland, lies a "hidden gem." Oakland Nature Preserve is a150-acre preserve offering environmental education and ecotourism activities for visitors of all ages. Mead Botanical Garden With 47 acres to explore in Winter Park, your senses will come alive with the sights, sounds, and scents of the garden. Mead Botanical Garden offers hiking trails, creek, boardwalk, tall pine trees, greenhouse, butterfly garden, and pond that’s home to turtles, fish and wading birds. Kraft Azalea Garden This 5.22-acre public garden is located on the shore of Lake Maitland and is open year round from 8 a.m. until dusk. Kraft Azalea Garden is a beautiful park is shaded by enormous cypress trees that add to the old Florida charm of the 13-acre property Orlando Urban Trail The Orlando Urban Trail is located near Downtown Orlando and is considered the spine of Orlando’s trail network. The trail is approximately three miles long and runs from Lake Highland through Loch Haven Park, to Mead Garden in Winter Park. Highlights include connections to six lakes, Orlando Cultural Park, and the Gaston Edwards Trail. West Orange Trail The West Orange Trail is a 22-mile long multi-use rail trail. The paved trail passes through downtown Oakland, Winter Garden, and Apopka with most of its length built on old railroad alignments. Lake Nona Sculpture Garden The Lake Nona Sculpture Garden is a 50,000 square-foot outdoor space designed for the exploration and discovery of a distinguished selection of sculptures from one of the world’s largest private art collections, The Lewis Collection. Orlando Wetlands Park The Orlando Wetlands Park is a man-made wetland designed to provide advanced treatment for reclaimed water from the City of Orlando and other local cities. The Park is 1650 acres in size and located in Christmas, Florida. Visitors can visit the Park seven days a week, between sunrise and sunset, to enjoy primitive and passive activities including, Photography, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Biking, Horseback Riding, and Guided Tours Cranes Roost Park Cranes Roost Park is at the heart of Uptown Altamonte surrounding Cranes Roost Lake. The lake is encircled by one mile of continuous walkway with benches and covered seating areas. Within the 45-acre park is a European-style plaza including a choreographed fountain show, a 62-foot picturesque tower and the Eddie Rose Amphitheater which features stadium-style seating and a one-of-a-kind floating stage. The Seminole Wekiva Trail The nearly 14 mile Seminole Wekiva Trail is a paved recreational trail that has been designated as one of Seminole County's Showcase Trails because of its length, beauty, and accommodation of many users. The section of the trail that runs west of the I-4 trail overpass to the County line at the Wekiva River is also a designated part of the Florida National Scenic Trail. Dr. P. Phillips Community Park Dr. P. Phillips Community Park provides a range of amenities for the whole family to enjoy, including playgrounds, splash pad, plus sports fields, picnic areas & a dog run Wekiva Island Central Florida’s favorite watering hole Wekiva Island. Located just north of Orlando, Wekiva Island offers visitors the chance to experience the incredible natural springs in Florida. Explore the pristine Wekiva River and its fascinating Florida wildlife with more than 2,000 square feet of Island fun. Shop Till You Drop This Spring Break In Orlando Orlando really is a shoppers paradise, discover fabulous malls, amazing value outlet shopping, and exclusive specialty stores, truly something for everyone! ​ Disney Springs offers an eclectic mix of unique stores including M&M's World, Coca Cola Store, The Lego Store, Ron Jon Surf Shop and of course the world's largest Disney Store, The World Of Disney. ​ Outlet shopping is very popular here in Orlando and we're lucky to have our fair share of outlets, including Orlando International Premium Outlets and Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets, which both feature Orlando's only official Walt Disney World outlet stores. ​ Another popular outlet location is the Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores with many brands you will not find anywhere else in Orlando. Mall shopping continues to be ever popular here in Orlando with The Florida Mall a must visit, featuring over 270 retail stores, it's the areas largest shopping destination. The Mall at Millenia is a world class shopping destination boasting 150 of the finest stores, it's popular for upscale shopping here in Orlando. Play A Round Of Put Put Play award-winning miniature golf at Congo River Golf, with locations on I-Drive, Kissimmee, and Altamonte Springs. Also on I-Drive you'll discover Bonanza Golf featuring two 18-hole miniature golf courses with an Old West mining theme. An indoor mini golf option is Putting Edge at Dezerland Park, a “Black Lit” courses, offering a dizzying universe full of fun, imagination, and activity. You will be immersed in a kaleidoscope of dazzling “Glow-in-the-Dark” colors, images and sounds, rocking your senses in extraordinary and unbelievable ways. Experience Central Florida's most outrageously themed miniature golf - Hollywood Drive-In Golf at Universal CityWalk Orlando! Inspired by the 1950's era, guests enter a classic drive-in theater box office area where they select either a "single feature" (18-holes) or "double feature" (36-holes) with a choice of two family friendly courses, "The Haunting of Ghostly Greens" and "Invaders From Planet Putt." Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf in Kissimmee offers a unique “Adventure Golf” experience for ages 3 to 93. Follow in the footsteps of notorious pirates like Blackbeard and Captain Kidd. d their booty and explore the mountain to view a panorama of the entire pirate adventure.Extraordinary landscapes, waterfalls, streams and bridges await, as you stroll through this themed setting. Visit Orlando's Museums and Galleries It might surprise you to know that that Orlando has a wonderful selection of museums, and cultural attractions, plus, many are free, while others offer designated free admission days. Rollins Museum of Art The Rollins Museum of Art features rotating exhibitions, ongoing programs, and an extensive permanent collection that spans centuries, from examples of ancient art and artifacts to contemporary art. Open to the public free year-round, its holdings include the only European Old Master paintings in the Orlando area, a sizeable American art collection, and a forward-thinking contemporary collection. Mennello Museum Paintings of American Impressionism and Realism from the Mennello Museum collection alongside important works from prestigious Florida museums. Every second Sunday of the month, Mennello Museum offers free admission to the galleries during Free Family Funday. CityArts Funky gallery collective with monthly, varied exhibitions from local & international artists. CityArts in downtown Orlando is the Downtown Arts District's flagship venue containing six galleries, presentation and events spaces, as well as home to Curate Cafe. Orange County Regional History Center The Orange County Regional History Center housed in a historic courthouse in the heart of downtown Orlando, offers four floors of exhibits exploring 12,000 years of Central Florida’s rich heritage. Enjoy free entry the 3rd Thursday of the month, 6 pm to 9 pm. The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art The Morse Museum in Winter Park is home to the world’s most comprehensive collection of dazzling works by Louis Comfort Tiffany. A visit is complimentary during Friday Nights at the Morse scheduled November through April from 4 pm to 8 pm. The museum is also free on Independence Day, Easter weekend, Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival weekend, and Christmas Eve. Art & History Museums of Maitland You can enjoy free admission on the last Wednesday of every month to the current exhibition of the Maitland Art Center Gallery. Open House At The Casa Casa Feliz, or "Happy House," is the signature work of noted architect James Gamble Rogers II. The Andalusian-style masonry farmhouse has significantly influenced the architectural and cultural aspects of the community and served as a gathering spot for cultural discussion and education. Enjoy an open house on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to noon The Alfond Inn Art Tours Meet in The Alfond Inn lobby for a free tour with a Rollins Museum of Art staff member every first Wednesday of the month, which lasts about 60 minutes. Artlando Grab a map from the DT Orlando Information Center and go on a self-guided tour of downtown Orlando's streets to discover the contemporary sculptures which are Art Orlando. Not only will you get to know Downtown as you walk around, you’ll be seriously impressed by these stunning works of art. Spring Break Road Trips On A Tankful Orlando offers more things to do than most tourist destinations put together, and being located in the heart of Central Florida, Orlando’s convenient location makes it easy to go on a Spring Break road trip, whether it's for the day, or the whole weekend, you can escape the theme park crowds, and enjoy Florida’s most picturesque landscapes at nearby cities, natural springs, and state parks. Fill the gas tank and get ready to hit the road Weeki Wachee Springs State Park The perfect place to experience Old Florida, Weeki Wachee is famous for its underwater theater and mermaid shows, located less than a two hour drive from Orlando, this is a beautiful state park where visitors can enjoy the 72 degree crystal clear waters, perfect for a day of swimming, snorkelling and kayaking, there's even a water park with flume rides. ​​ Sarasota Sarasota is only 2 hours from Orlando and offers a string of eight stunning islands tucked away into the Gulf coast of Southwest Florida. You’ll find fascinating cultural attractions like The Ringling Museum and Marie Selby Botanical Garden and you can't miss the beautiful Siesta Key Beach. Mount Dora Only a 40 minute jaunt north and you’re in Mount Dora, one of Florida’s beloved small town charms. The biggest draw to this area is the Renninger’s Antique Center & Farmer’s Flea Market, where visitors come to shop for vintage treasures, while the array of outdoor cafes, galleries and wineries are perfect for a day trip away. ​ Caladesi Island State Park Drive two hours west past Tampa and you’ll find Caladesi Island State Park,in the city of Dunedin. Located along the Gulf Coast, its white powdery sand, emerald waters, and lack of tourist crowds make this area feel like an off the grid slice of paradise, regularly ranked one of the top beaches. Blue Springs State Park Located in Orange City just 45 minutes from Orlando, Blue Springs State Park is the largest spring on the St. John’s River, a manatee refuge offering 72 degree temperatures that are perfect for cooling off. Take a dip in the pale blue waters and soak in the views of the forested banks that surround you. ​ St Augustine The oldest city in the United States, St. Augustine is a great two-hour day trip for history enthusiasts. Founded in 1565, here you can walk along the cobblestoned streets in the National Historic Landmark District, walk the walls of the 17th-century Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, and climb the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum for a stunning view of the city below. Tampa In less than two hours you can be in Tampa, a vibrant city with a long list of family friendly attractions. Browse artwork at the world renown Salvador Dali museum, relax on the award winning Clearwater Beach, or cheer on the local Tampa Bay Buccaneers. If you’re an animal lover, you’ll enjoy an afternoon of feeding giraffes at Lowry Park Zoo or observing manatees at the Electric Manatee Viewing Center. Ocala National Forest Outdoor enthusiasts will delight in the opportunities at nearby Ocala National Forest, the world’s largest sand pine scrub forest, it’s here that you can explore over 360,000 acres of hiking or take a swim in the crystal clear waters of Silver Glen Springs. One of the best places to experience Florida’s natural landscapes, an excellent choice for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Check Out The Orlando Area Farmers Markets If you’re looking for fresh, locally grown produce, baked goods, honey, meats and other foods, the best place to visit is a local Central Florida farmers market. Discover a variety of locally grown foods, handmade crafts, seasonal plants and much more. Winter Garden Farmers Market The Winter Garden Farmers Market is your hometown market open every Saturday from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm. in beautiful Historic Winter Garden. Winter Park Farmers Market The Winter Park Farmers’ Market is one of the best produce and plant markets in Central Florida which takes place every Saturday morning from 8 am - 1 pm in Central Park. Lake Mary Farmers Market The Lake Mary Farmers Market features local vendors of produce, plants, baked goods, and arts and crafts. The market is open every Saturday, from 9 am - 1:30 pm at Lake Mary City Hall. City of Longwood Farmer's Market Visit every Saturday at the City of Longwood Farmers Market at Reiter Park from 9 am - 2 pm, with locally sourced seafood and produce to handmade crafts and more. Lake Nona Farmers Market Join in every Saturday morning in Lake Nona, the Lake Nona Farmers Market takes place in the beautiful Town Center from 11 am - 3 pm, shop local with the freshest produce and more. Orlando Farmers Market at Lake Eola Park One of the most popular farmers markets in Central Florida, Orlando Farmer’s Market is located in the heart of Orlando at Lake Eola park, and takes place Sundays 10 am - 4 pm. Celebration Farmers Market Every week at Celebration Farmers Market there are multiple vendors here selling everything from fresh food and produce, to local crafted jewelry, and much more, with a beautiful backdrop of Lakeside Park, this is a must go to farmers market on Sundays, 9 am - 2 pm. East Orlando Farmer's Market The popular East Orlando Farmers Market offers hand selected produce, creative local small business owners, along with botanical varieties to chose from. Every Sunday 11 am - 4 pm. Clermont Farmer's Market Clermont Farmer's Market features over 60 vendors selling seafood, organic produce, and other household items, this popular market is the place to go on Sundays 9 am - 2 pm. Downtown Mount Dora Village Market Mount Dora’s open-air Mount Dora Village Market in Sunset Park is open Sundays from 9 am – 2 pm offering fresh products from over 50 market vendors. So there you have it, a huge list of things to do in Orlando for Spring Break! Whatever you decide to do have an awesome Spring Break in Orlando! To keep up to date with the very latest happenings in Orlando, sign up to the Gotta Go Orlando Newsletter, and follow us on our social accounts to find the best events: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Discover the best of Orlando with our daily updated news, featuring the Best Things To Do: Entertainment News, Live Music & Concerts News, Events & Festival News, Theater & The Visual Arts News, Bar, Club & Nightlife News, and Food & Drink News. For the latest events in Orlando, check out our events guides: Events & Things To Do In Orlando This Month, Events & Things To Do In Orlando This Weekend, and FREE Events & Things To Do In Orlando This Weekend. 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Jennifer Lopez was set to kick off her first tour in 5 years Wednesday, June 26 in Orlando. After much speculation that Jennifer Lopez was considering canceling her entire 2024, North American This Is Me…Live The Greatest Hits Tour due to apparently poor tickets sales, it has been announced today, Friday, May 31 that the tour has indeed been cancelled. The news comes on top of reports that she and husband Ben Affleck are having marital issues, and are considering splitting, although it has to be said that this is speculation. While reps for Lopez insist that the tour has not being canceled due to poor ticket sales, seating charts for multiple venues showed very poor sales. although certain venues including Orlando and Miami showed near sold our venues. It was back on February 15 that Jennifer Lopez announced her highly anticipated return to the touring stage with This Is Me…Now The Tour, with the tour touted at the the stars triumphant comeback to the touring scene after a five-year break, following a successful 2019 tour that grossed over $50 million and sold out venues across the country. Produced by Live Nation, the 30+ city tour was set to kick off on June 26 in Orlando with J-Lo taking to the stage at downtown's Kia Center. This Is Me…Now The Tour was announced in a blaze of publicity on the back of Lopez releasing a new album,  This Is Me…Now, and the release of her self produced Amazon Original documentary, This Is Me…Now: A Love Story. Then in April, after canceling seven dates of the tour due to poor ticket sales, Lopez renamed the tour “This Is Me… Live The Greatest Hits Tour.” The renaming of the tour was an apparent attempt to move the focus from the new album’s music to her huge back-catolog of greatest hits. The news that Jennifer Lopez has cancelled her 2024 North American tour was announced by the tour producer, Live Nation, who issued a statement, commenting, “Jennifer is taking time off to be with her children, family and close friends." Lopez also released her own statement to fans, commenting, “I am completely heartsick and devastated about letting you down. Please know that I wouldn’t do this if I didn’t feel that it was absolutely necessary." She added “I promise I will make it up to you and we will all be together again. I love you all so much. Until next time…” The tour was scheduled to kick off on June 26 in Orlando, and conclude in Houston on Aug. 31. Live Nation say that anyone who has purchased tickets through Ticketmaster, will automatically be refunded – there is nothing further fans need to do. For those who purchased via third-party resale sites such as SeatGeek, StubHub, VividSeats, etc, you are advised to contact your point of purchase for more details. Gotta Go Orlando is committed to offering locals and visitors the best coverage of things to do in Orlando, and Central Florida, including the latest entertainment news, live music, theater, nightlife, food & drink. theme parks, attractions, events, culture, and more. For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, join us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up to 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.

Viva La Música at SeaWorld Orlando is back, bigger and better than ever! Beat the summer heat and enjoy sensational concerts inside at SeaWorld Orlando’s fan-favorite Latin festival. SeaWorld Orlando kicks off Viva La Musica this weekend, a vibrant celebration of Latin culture taking over the park for five weekends in June, every Saturday and Sunday, from June 1 - 30. Starting this weekend, guests can enjoy energetic performances, delicious Latin cuisine and family-friendly activities. Revel in the sights, sounds and flavors of this lively festival, complete with chart-topping Latin superstar acts, with legendary artists perform two sensational concerts in the air-conditioned Nautilus Theatre every Sunday, offering a refreshing escape from the summer heat! Headlining This weekend Is Sergio Vargas! Sergio Vargas is a renowned Dominican merengue singer and songwriter, celebrated for his dynamic stage presence and captivating vocal style. Rising to prominence in the 1980s, Vargas has released numerous hit songs including "La Ventanita," "Dile," and "Marola," blending traditional merengue with contemporary influences. K nown for his heartfelt performances and charismatic personality, he remains a beloved figure in Latin music, inspiring and entertaining audiences worldwide. For those seeking the ultimate concert experience, Reserved Seating is available for purchase, offering the best seats in the house. Secure your spot now at https://seaworld.com/orlando/events/viva-la-musica/buy-tickets/ The headline concert lineup for Viva La Música is: June 2, Sergio Vargas (2:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. at Nautilus Theater) June 9, Proyecto Uno (2:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. at Nautilus Theater) June 16, Tony Vega (2:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. at Nautilus Theater) June 23, Milly Quezada (2:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. at Nautilus Theater) June 30, Jon Secada (2:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. at Nautilus Theater) In addition to live concerts, guests can discover authentic cuisine inspired by the colorful flavors of the Caribbean, Spain and Central & South America. Celebrate Latin tradition with chef-curated dishes such as Bacalaitos, Arepas, Arroz Con Pollo and more. Guests can indulge in mouthwatering flavors while enjoying all the 60th Anniversary celebrations happening throughout the park. Latin-inspired drinks and dishes include: ALL- NEW Steak OR Chicken Pinchos – Grilled, marinated beef or chicken on a skewer, glazed with homemade BBQ sauce, served with garlic herb flatbread ALL-NEW Frozen Pina Colada Served in a Fresh Pineapple ALL- NEW Guava & Queso Empanada- Crispy Pastry stuffed with guava paste and cream cheese ALL- NEW Arroz con Pollo- Spiced chicken, seasoned rice, onions, Latin spices and vegetables ALL-NEW Seafood Paella- Colorful saffron rice, clams, mussels, shrimp and vegetables ALL- NEW Flan- Baked custard dessert with a layer of caramel on top ALL- NEW Quesito- Puff pastry, cream cheese, sugar 21SEEDS Tequila Tasting- Returning to the festival this year, 21Seeds is known for their unique flavor-infused tequilas. This women-led distillery creates fresh and natural flavoring using cucumbers, jalapenos, oranges and more to each of their unique tequila selections. From award-winning attractions to captivating animal presentations, Viva La Musica promises an unparalleled experience for guests of all ages. Day Tickets, Annual Passes and Fun Cards can be purchased at SeaWorldOrlando.com. Gotta Go Orlando is committed to offering locals and visitors the best coverage of things to do in Orlando, and Central Florida, including the latest entertainment news, live music, theater, nightlife, food & drink. theme parks, attractions, events, culture, and more. For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, join us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up to 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.

Summer brings the heat to the city, and when the sun goes down, its gonna get even hotter this summer, with three months of sizzling hot concerts, including huge outdoor shows at Camping World Stadium. Central Florida has a red hot music scene with the latest touring bands and international superstars performing in a world-class choice of venues, and with so many big name artists coming to Orlando throughout summer 2024, trust us, the city is going to sizzle. We've put together a running list of artists performing throughout the city from June to September, check out the list, and keep up to date with the latest entertainment news for the latest live music and big name concerts announcements here in Orlando. All The Hottest Concerts Coming To Central Florida In Summer 2024 Our list is organized by month, and will be updated as concerts are announced. June July August September JUNE The Rolling Stones Camping World Stadium, Orlando, June 3. Tickets Tyler Childers MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, June 5. Tickets. Luis Miguel Kia Center, Orlando, June 5. Tickets. Belanova House Of Blues Orlando. June 8. Tickets. Gunna with special guest Flo Milli Kia Center, Orlando, June 9. Tickets. IDLES House of Blues Orlando, June 11. Tickets. 21 Savage MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, Friday, June 14. Tickets. Aventura Kia Center, Orlando, June 14 - 15. Tickets. Classic Albums Live: Prince "Purple Rain" Hard Rock Live Orlando, June 14. Tickets. Louie The Singer House Of Blues Orlando. June 15. Tickets. Silversun Pickups House Of Blues Orlando. June 15. Tickets. Alanis Morissette MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, June 19. Tickets. blink-182 with special guest Pierce The Veil Kia Center, Orlando, June 20, Tickets. Ace Frehley with special guest Sick Dogs Hard Rock Live Orlando, June 21. Tickets. Red Hot Chili Peppers MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, June 21. Tickets. Pandora Y Flans Hard Rock Live Orlando, June 22. Tickets. Little Big House Of Blues Orlando. June 22. Tickets. Jay Wheeler Kia Center, Orlando, June 23. Tickets. Jennifer Lopez Kia Center, Orlando, June 26. CANCELLED The Brian McKnight 4 Hard Rock Live Orlando, June 28. Tickets. Slippery When Wet - Bon Jovie Tribute House Of Blues Orlando. June 28. Tickets. Feid Kia Center, Orlando, June 28. Tickets. Charlie Zaa House Of Blues Orlando. June 29. Tickets. Roberto Carlos Kia Center, Orlando, June 30. Tickets. JULY Barbie The Movie: In Concert MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, July 2. Tickets. PVRIS House Of Blues Orlando. July 2. Tickets. Hobo Johnston & The Lovemakers House Of Blues Orlando. July 3. Tickets. Saved By The 90s House Of Blues Orlando. July 5. Tickets. Jhené Aiko with special guests Coi Leray, Tink, Umi & Kiana Lede Kia Center, Orlando, July 6. Tickets. Def Leppard, Journey and special guest Cheap Trick Camping World Stadium, Orlando, July 10. Tickets The Doobie Brothers with Special Guest The Robert Cray Band MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, July 11. Tickets. Morgan Wallen with Jelly Roll. Nate Smith & Bryan Martin Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, July 11 - 12. Tickets. Grungefest Featuring Nirvanna - Tribute to Nirvana House Of Blues Orlando. July 12. Tickets. Chris Brown with special guests Muni Long & MAETA Kia Center, Orlando, July 13. Tickets. The Queens of R&B: Xscape & SWV MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, July 13. Tickets. Sammy Hagar with Loverboy MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, July 14. Tickets. Two Door Cinema Club House Of Blues Orlando. July 14. Tickets. Janet Jackson with Special Guest Nelly MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, July 16. Tickets. The Aquabats House Of Blues Orlando. July 18. Tickets. New Kids On The Block with Paula Andul & DJ Jazzy Jeff MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre. July 19, Tampa, Tickets. Classic Albums Live: The Lithium Experience Hard Rock Live Orlando, July 19. Tickets. Ryan Montgomery House Of Blues Orlando. July 12. Tickets. DIIV House Of Blues Orlando. July 13. Tickets. Asia: The Heat Of The Moment Tour Hard Rock Live Orlando, July 20. Tickets. Styx and Foreigner with John Waite MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, July 20. Tickets. Janet Jackson with special guest Nelly Kia Center, Orlando, July 20. Tickets. Zach Bryan Kia Center, Orlando, July 21, Tickets. Party Next Door House Of Blues Orlando. July 23. Tickets. Third Eye Blind with Yellowcard and ARIZONA MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, July 25. Tickets. The Marías with special guest Automatic Hard Rock Live Orlando, July 26. Tickets. Missy Elliott featuring Ciara & Busta Rhymes Kia Center, Orlando, July 30. Tickets.. AUGUST Halestorm & I Prevail MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, August 1. Tickets. Taking Back Sunday House of Blues Orlando, August 1. Tickets. The Head & The Heart House Of Blues Orlando. August 3. Tickets. Limp Bizkit, BONES, N8NOFACE, Corey Feldman, and Riff Raff MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, August 7. Tickets. Is For Lovers & Hawthorne Heights House Of Blues Orlando. August 9. Tickets. Zach Bryan Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, August 14. Tickets. New Found Glory House Of Blues Orlando. August 16 Tickets. Chicago and Earth, Wind & Fire MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, August 16. Tickets. Train & REO Speedwagon with Yacht Rock Revue MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, August 20. Tickets. Dan + Shay MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, August 23. Tickets. Beres Hammond Hard Rock Live Orlando, August 23. Tickets. Tems with special guest Naomi Sharon Hard Rock Live Orlando, August 24. Tickets. Grupo Frontera Kia Center, Orlando, August 24. Tickets. Thirty Seconds To Mars MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, August 24. Tickets. Stone Temple Pilots & +LIVE+ MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, August 28. Tickets. Andy Montañez & Charlie Aponte House Of Blues Orlando. August 24. Tickets. Allen Stone And His Band House Of Blues Orlando. August 28. Tickets. Jane's Addiction & Love And Rockets MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, August 29. Tickets. Fiel A Las Vegas House Of Blues Orlando. August 31. Tickets. The Psychedelic Furs & The Black Lips Hard Rock Live Orlando, August 31. Tickets. SEPTEMBER Imagine Dragons MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, September 1.  Tickets. Coal Chamber with Fear Factory, Twiztid, Wednesday 13 & Black Satellite Hard Rock Live Orlando, September 3. Tickets. Porter Robinson Addition Financial Arena, Orlando, September 6. Tickets. Bad Flower House Of Blues Orlando. September 7. Tickets. Young Miko Hard Rock Live Orlando, September 7 - 8. Tickets. Twenty One Pilots Kia Center, Orlando, September 11. Tickets. Sebastian Maniscalco Kia Center, Orlando, September 12. Tickets. Korn With Special Guests Gojira & Spiritbox MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, September 12.  Tickets. Cigarettes After Sex Kia Center, Orlando, September 13. Tickets. Davido Addition Financial Arena, Orlando, September 13. Tickets. Something Corporate Hard Rock Live Orlando, September 14. Tickets. Nothing More House Of Blues Orlando. September 14. Tickets. Luke Bryan MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, September 14.  Tickets. Alec Benjamin House Of Blues Orlando. August 16. Tickets. Jelly Roll with special guests Warren Zeiders & Alexandra Kay Kia Center, Orlando, September 17. Tickets. Weezer with special guests The Flaming Lips & Dinosaur Jr. Kia Center, Orlando, September 20. Tickets. Marianas Trench with Cassadee Pope and PIAO House Of Blues Orlando. September 20. Tickets. Creed MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, September 20. Tickets. Silvestre Dangond Kia Center, Orlando, September 21. Tickets. Parker McCollum Addition Financial Arena, Orlando, September 21. Tickets. Banda MS Kia Center, Orlando, September 22. Tickets. Lorna Shore with Whitechapel, Kublai Khan TX & Sanguisugabogg Hard Rock Live Orlando, September 24. Tickets. Staind & Breaking Benjamin with Special Guest Daughtry MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, September 25.  Tickets. Hootie & The Blowfish MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, September 26. Tickets. Violent Femmes House Of Blues Orlando. September 26. Tickets. BEAT - Belew/Vai/Levin/Carey play 80s King Crimson Hard Rock Live Orlando, September 27. Tickets. Infected Mushroom House Of Blues Orlando. September 28. Tickets. Are you excited for this summer's concert line-up in the city, let us know in the comments below! Gotta Go Orlando is committed to offering locals and visitors the best coverage of things to do in Orlando, and Central Florida, including the latest entertainment news, live music, theater, nightlife, food & drink. theme parks, attractions, events, culture, and more. For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, join us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up to 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.

Singer-songwriter Ray LaMontagne has announced new music, with his 'Long Way Home' album due for release on August 16, with a supporting headlining tour following in September. Ray LaMontagne, the celebrated Grammy award winning singer-songwriter, has confirmed the next chapter of his career with a new studio album, Long Way Home, out August 16. Ahead of the album, releasing via the highly independent artist’s newly created label Liula Records, LaMontagne will unveil the lead single, “Step Into Your Power” on June 5 with a video created with his son, Tobias. In celebration of the forthcoming album, he has announced a brand-new series of solo headlining U.S. tour dates with support from The Secret Sisters, including stops in Austin, New Orleans and Orlando. The Orlando show will take place on September 28, 2024 at Steinmetz Hall within Dr Phillips Center, with tickets on sale Friday, June 7. Tickets will be available starting with an artist presale beginning Tuesday, June 4 at 10am. Registration is available now—sign up here. The 9 new shows, beginning September 17, will run midway through the previously announced tour with Gregory Alan Isakov. LaMontagne has spent the past two decades carving a singular space for himself in modern music. In a career that has seen overflowing critical acclaim, he’s opted out of the spotlight and its accompanying celebrity in the remote hills of Western Massachusetts. The New York Times accounts, “Visiting Ray LaMontagne is like going back to another century.” His signature voice, described by Rolling Stone as an “impeccably weathered tenor croon”, continues to serve as a conduit for era-defining melodies and songwriting. Across eight studio albums, LaMontagne has let his songs and story speak for themselves, ringing a deep chord in the American subconscious. As has come to be expected through his extensive and awarded discography, LaMontagne delivers yet again on record nine with a cohesive, impressive effort. The core of Long Way Home reverberates deep into LaMontagne’s youth—at 21-years-old, in a small club in Minneapolis, he recalls seeing Townes Van Zandt perform live. A line from “To Live Is To Fly” has stuck with him ever since; Van Zandt sang, “When here you been is good an gone, all you keep is the getting there.” LaMontagne reflects, “Thirty years later it occurs to me that every song on Long Way Home is in one way or another honoring the journey. The languorous days of youth and innocence. The countless battles of adulthood, some won, more often lost. It’s been a long hard road, and I wouldn’t change a minute. It took me nine songs to express what Townes managed to say in one line. I guess I still got a lot to learn.” Produced in tandem with Seth Kauffman (Floating Action, Angel Olsen, Lana Del Ray), Long Way Home’s nine moving tracks recall the folk-rock explosion of the early seventies, while aptly sitting among the modern Americana revival that LaMontagne was integral in fueling. Recorded over the course of a few weeks in his home studio, LaMontagne tapped both long-time and new collaborators across the record—The Secret Sisters provide backing vocals on the first three tracks, while the album was engineered and mixed by the team of LaMontagne, Kauffman, and Ariel Bernstein. The album artwork furthers that LaMontagne is cracking the window open to his audience: the piece, a woodblock print by artist Barbara S. Beck, hangs above LaMontagne’s desk where he’s written most of his albums. Long Way Home is LaMontagne’s first full-length effort since 2020’s MONOVISION, a stripped back solo-recording heralded by American Songwriter as “soothing, but never clichéd warmth in retro-style.” Acclaimed folk singer-songwriter Ray LaMontagne has released eight studio albums since his 2004 debut, Trouble, which is certified RIAA Platinum. 2006’s Till the Sun Turns Black and 2008’s Gossip in the Grain saw RIAA Gold certifications. LaMontagne received two Grammy nominations and won the award for Best Contemporary Folk Album for God Willin’ and the Creek Don’t Rise. In 2010 he began recording as Ray LaMontagne and the Pariah Dogs. For his debut album, LaMontagne won four awards, including three Boston Music Awards (Best Male Singer/Songwriter, Album of the Year, and Song of the Year) and an XM Nation Music Award for Acoustic Rock Artist of the Year. LaMontagne has received a nomination from the Pollstar Concert Industry Awards for Best New Touring Artist, the BRIT Awards for International Breakthrough Act, the MOJO Awards for Best New Act, and was given the title of Best Voice in 2006 by Esquire. Gotta Go Orlando is committed to offering locals and visitors the best coverage of things to do in Orlando, and Central Florida, including the latest entertainment news, live music, theater, nightlife, food & drink. theme parks, attractions, events, culture, and more. For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, join us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up to 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.

College Park Gallery, the collaborative art and creative space in downtown College Park is inviting everyone to it's second New & Improv'd showcase. After hosting its first every variety show, New & Improv'd on Saturday, April 27, College Park Gallery on Edgewater Dr is hosting a second New & Improv'd on Saturday, June 1 at 8 pm. Get your $15 tickets now for the New & Improv’d June Showcase featuring a night of improv. Guest comedian spots include the super-creative Faith Amon and the hilarious Aimee LeCours. Organizers are hoping to experiment with new show ideas, games, players, and have guest comedians as New & Improv'd moves forward so get our and support this new event! Get your tickets here. Grab a bite Mid Drive Dive or Adriatico Trattoria Italiana beforehand, or a nightcap at The Castle Irish Pub and Restaurant and Pr’s Taco Palace - Winter Park - open late & just down the road. College Park Main Street has you covered for a night out! College Park Gallery is a collaborative art and creative space in downtown College Park, Florida. Home of Macbeth Studio and ArtHaus Gallery. Featuring art from local artists. The space is also available for private events, classes, and studio rental. 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.

Bite30 returns from this weekend, highlighting the best local restaurants and chefs driving Central Florida's culinary scene. Summer has arrived in Orlando, and from June 1 - July 7, Bite30 is the perfect excuse to get out and about and explore Orlando's vibrant restaurant scene, experiencing new restaurants, and exploring new food options. During Bite30, participating restaurants offer special prix fixe menus that offer multi-course dinners at a set price of $35. Diners get the opportunity to try multiple dishes on the restaurant’s menu for about the cost of a single entree, and restaurants get to showcase their specialty dishes to the new customers attracted by their Bite30 menu! Restaurant-hop through the City Beautiful, experience delicious food, service and ambiance of the restaurants you really should know about. How it Works 1) CHECK OUT THE LISTED RESTAURANT MENUS 2) CHOOSE YOUR RESTAURANT .3) GO EAT! There’s no need for special cards or coupons, just ask for the Bite30 menu. Participating restaurants taking part in Bite30 this year includes American Social, Bites & Bubbles, Blu On The Avenue, Jack's Place, Stadium Club, Maxines on Shine, and many more! In addition to receiving an awesome deal on a meal, you have the chance to win prizes. Simply snap pictures of your Bite30 meal and share it on social media using the hashtag # Bite30 for your chance to win restaurant gift certificates! This Year’s Participating Restaurants: 310 PARK SOUTH – 310 South Park Avenue, Winter Park AMERICAN SOCIAL – 7335 W Sand Lake Rd, Orlando ANTICA PIZZERIA – 249 FL-436, Altamonte Springs AURORA AT THE CELESTE – 4105 North Alafaya Trail, Orlando BITES & BUBBLES – 1618 North Mills Avenue, Orlando, BLU ON THE AVENUE – 326 South Park Avenue, Winter Park BULLA GASTROBAR – 110 Orlando Ave, Winter Park CAFÉ-BOUTIQUE PIANO – 558 West New England Ave, Ste 135, Winter Park CRESS RESTAURANT – 103 West Indiana Avenue, DeLand CRU QUARTERS AT THE MAYFLOWER – 1776 Mayflower Court, Winter Park DELANEY’S TAVERN – 1315 South Orange Avenue, Orlando JACK & HONEY’S – 808 E Washington St, Orlando JACK’S PLACE – 9700 International Drive, Orlando KING CAJUN CRAWFISH – 7637 Turkey Lake Rd, Orlando MAXINE’S ON SHINE – 337 Shine Ave, Orlando MIA’S ITALIAN KITCHEN – 8717 International Dr, Orlando PEPES CANTINA – Multiple Loctions RUSTEAK RESTAURANT & WINE BAR – 1681 Amazing Way, Ocoee & 101 S Eola Dr Suite 103, Orlando SHIN JUNG KOREAN RESTAURANT – 1638 East Colonial Drive, Orlando SHOGUN JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE – 6327 International Drive, Orlando THE NAUTI LOBSTAH – 311 S Forest Ave, Apopka THE PINERY – 295 NE Ivanhoe Blvd suite a, Orlando THE STUBBORN MULE – 100 S Eola Dr, Orlando VINIA WINE & KITCHEN – 444 West New England Avenue, Winter Park WINE 4 OYSTERS – 1957 South Alafaya Trail, Orlando For more details on Bite30 and to view each restaurants menus, visit Bite30.com. Gotta Go Orlando is committed to offering locals and visitors the best coverage of things to do in Orlando, and Central Florida, including the latest entertainment news, live music, theater, nightlife, food & drink. theme parks, attractions, events, culture, and more. For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, join us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up to 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.

Show your favorite Farmers Market vendor some love during the Winter Garden Farmers Market's 16th Birthday! The Winter Garden Farmers Market is celebrating it's16th birthday, and everyone is invited to its party on the lawn! Stop by on Saturday, June 1, 2024 to help celebrate this special occasion as Winter Garden thanks the community for supporting its hometown market for 16 years! The Market will take place as usual between 8 am and 1 pm, with the birthday party fun happening between 9 am and 12 pm, at Downtown Pavilion Lawn 104 Lakeview Avenue, Winter Garden. FREE birthday-related activities: Kids Activities with DJ Renee Face Painting Collaborative Art Birthday Card Complimentary Icy Treats Plus, the weekly usual: Live Music 100+ vendors selling a variety of items such as: Locally sourced produce Artwork Gourmet provisions Jewelry Baked goods Home decor Delicacies Apparel & accessories Pet supplies Seasonal items Artisan crafts and MORE! Gotta Go Orlando is committed to offering locals and visitors the best coverage of things to do in Orlando, and Central Florida, including the latest entertainment news, live music, theater, nightlife, food & drink. theme parks, attractions, events, culture, and more. For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, join us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up to 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.

There are movies that are bad. There are movies that are so-bad-they're-good. And then there's Troll 2... a movie that's so bad that it defies comprehension! Gob Mart goes to the movies! Come out for a special screening of one of the best worst movies ever made, then after the film head into the Enzian parking lot for their first ever “Goblin Market!” Join Goblin Market in Maitland at Enzian Theater and Eden Bar for an afternoon filled with trading, art, music, great food and drinks, and a showing of Troll 2! Along with expected discounted, deadstock, misprint, last call merch in bargain bins and mystery bags, there will be the last Gob Mart trading tent of the summer. Don't miss out and bring your art, toys, clothes, and more to leave or trade! Entry to the Goblin Market is free, with the showing of Troll 2 costing $12.50 via Enzian Theater. Goblins who love art, trinkets, food, and friends to gather and go goblin mode! Goblin Market showcases discounted, deadstock, misprint, and last call merchandise from your favorite local artists and vendors. From bargain bins to mystery bags, get your goblin hands ready to collect all kinds of stuff ‘n things! Plus, YOU can participate, too! Goblin Market features a Trading Tent, where guests are invited to bring their own items to trade or drop off for other goblins to pick up. Anything in clean and usable condition is welcome– art supplies, clothes, home goods, trinkets, even your own art! Come contribute and collect from the hoard! For more details on Goblin Market, click here. Gotta Go Orlando is committed to offering locals and visitors the best coverage of things to do in Orlando, and Central Florida, including the latest entertainment news, live music, theater, nightlife, food & drink. theme parks, attractions, events, culture, and more. For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, join us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up to 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.

Chart-topping global superstar Niall Horan brings his biggest tour yet to Tampa, his first headline run since 2018’s Flicker World Tour. Irish superstar Niall Horan who rose to fame as a member of the boy band One Direction is currently in the road with 'The Show - Live On Tour 2024,' his biggest solo tour to date, his first headline run since 2018’s Flicker World Tour. The tour features Horan performing songs from all three of his solo albums, including The Show, which will be released by Capitol Records on June 9, 2023. The world tour will kicked off on February 21, 2024 in Belfast, UK at the SSE Arena, touched down in Florida this week, with the North American leg launching on May 29, with an impressive show at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood. Now the chart-topping singer is set to perform tonight, Friday, May 31, 2024 at Tampa's MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre. Tickets for the Tampa show are still available via Live Nation. 'The Show - Live On Tour 2024' is Niall's biggest tour yet and first headline run since 2018’s Flicker World Tour. He’ll be performing songs from all three of his solo albums, including recent UK No.1 album 'The Show'. Check out the official set list for 'The Show - Live On Tour 2024' Nice to Meet Ya Small Talk On the Loose On a Night Like Tonight The Show Seeing Blind Save My Life Black and White Paper Houses (Acoustic) This Town (Acoustic) You Could Start a Cult (Acoustic) Heaven Everywhere Night Changes (One Direction) Fire Away Meltdown Mirrors Still Encore: Heartbreak Weather Slow Hands Niall says: “My favourite thing in the world is being on tour. Performing my songs for my fans and sharing those incredible moments together are the reason why I write music in the first place. This is going to be my best tour yet and I cannot wait to see all you ‘lovers’ on the road in 2024. There’s nothing better than watching the crowd sing back to you with all that emotion on their faces and knowing that they’re attaching the song to something meaningful in their own lives. To me, that’s always the greatest thing that can ever come from songwriting.” A deeply felt meditation on everything from mental health to the infinite complexity and uncertainty of love, Niall's new album 'The Show' is an endlessly spellbinding statement on following your heart to its absolute truth. The album entered the UK Official Album Chart at No.1, Niall's second UK No.1 solo album. Originally from Mullingar, Ireland, Niall has sold over 80 million records and toured the globe multiple times as part of the iconic group, One Direction. His full-length solo debut 'Flicker' entered the Billboard 200 at No. 1 in October 2017 and contained the 3x RIAA Platinum single 'Slow Hands' and the 2x RIAA Platinum 'This Town'. The album hit the top 10 in 20 countries total. With combined global streams surpassing eight billion, 'Flicker' has gone Platinum in five countries (including the U.S.) and Gold in an additional seven countries. 'Heartbreak Weather' followed in 2020 and topped the UK’s Official Albums chart and Billboard’s Top Album Sales tally. Gotta Go Orlando is committed to offering locals and visitors the best coverage of things to do in Orlando, and Central Florida, including the latest entertainment news, live music, theater, nightlife, food & drink. theme parks, attractions, events, culture, and more. For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, join us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up to 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.

Mills Ave’s premier Wrestling League presents The BIG 6 at the Veranda in Thornton Park. Sunday June 2, at 5:30pm, Mayhem on Mills presents: The BIG 6! Join Mayhem on Mills at the Veranda in Thornton Park on Sunday June 2 as they kick off another year of powerbombs in parking lots! Mayhem on Mills will be crowning a new Mills Champ in a 4 way brawl between Troy Hollywood, Kelsey Reagan, The Handsome Man of Science, and Daniel Starling! Plus five more matches including, Leeroy Shogun Vs. Serpentico, LaBrava vs Devlyn Macabre, Culture Inc. vs Task Force. Get your tickets NOW at mayhemonmills.com This is NOT one to miss! Gotta Go Orlando is committed to offering locals and visitors the best coverage of things to do in Orlando, and Central Florida, including the latest entertainment news, live music, theater, nightlife, food & drink. theme parks, attractions, events, culture, and more. For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, join us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up to 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.