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The Orlando Solar Bears are set to play in all white for the first time in their history! The Orlando Solar Bears, an affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Tampa Bay Lightning, are hosting the first Shades’ White Out Game on Saturday, January 27 when the Solar Bears host the Atlanta Gladiators at 7:00 p.m. at the Kia Center. For the first time in team history, the Solar Bears will be wearing a white out uniform which will include white helmets, gloves, jerseys, pants, and socks. Fans in attendance will receive a white Solar Bears T-shirt (while supplies last) and are encouraged to wear the shirt during the game to match the players on the ice and white out the Kia Center. Fans are encouraged to arrive at the Kia Center early to ensure they receive their White T-shirt!! For tickets to Shades' White Out Game visit orlandosolarbearshockey.com/tickets for ticket options to all home Solar Bears games during the 2023-24 season. 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.

Keeping the kids amused in Orlando can be an expensive affair, but relax, because not everything is gonna break the bank! Here at Gotta Go Orlando we bring you the best free and cheap events and things to do with the kids. Free & Cheap Things To Do With The Kids There's tons of family-friendly events and things to do in Orlando every weekend that won't break the bank, and every weekend we select the best free and cheap things to do with the kids. Whatever the family decide to do this weekend in Orlando, have a great time, and remember to to keep up with the latest news on events, and things to do in Central Florida by signing up for the Gotta Go Orlando Newsletter and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Weekend FREE Events and Things To Do in Orlando January 26 - 28, 2024 Friday, Jan. 26, 2024 Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024 Sunday, Jan. 28, 2024 Cheap & Free Things To Do With Kids Anytime! Before attending events, please contact the event organizer to confirm that the event is taking place as changes, and cancellations can occur. To list your events and feature your business on Gotta Go Orlando, learn more about advertising with us and submit your Orlando events here. FRIDAY, JANUARY 26, 2024 Fun Box at The Florida Mall Friday - Sunday, January 27 - February 10 If you are looking for something fun to do this weekend, check out FUNBOX at The Florida Mall. FUNBOX is 25,000 square feet of inflatable fun containing 10 play zones and an obstacle course. The play area was designed for kids, but of course it's tons of fun for adults too, with lots of photos ops! Peter and the Starcatcher Thursday - Sunday, January 25 - February 4 UCF Main Stage Theatre presents Peter and the Starcatcher. The adventure has just begun! Peter and the Starcatcher is imaginative, adventureful, and surpasses the means of traditional storytelling. This production is full of fun for the whole family! The Amazing Acro-Cats January 24 - 28 This troupe of trained domestic house cats, all former orphans, rescues, and strays, give a one-of-a-kind purrformance that includes cats riding skateboards, jumping through hoops, ringing bells, balancing on balls, and performing other feats of agility and entertainment. The show finale is the only all-cat band in the world: Tuna and the Rock Cats. The Rock Cats play guitar, drums, and piano, and they've been joined by the Jazz Cats on saxophone, trumpet, and clarinet. See them live at Orlando Stage. ZORA! - Outdoor Festival of the Arts January 26 - 28 Get ready for a vibrant day of art and culture at the free 2024 ZORA! Festival of the Arts, featuring live performances and much more. Spirit of the Buffalo Pow Wow and Native American Festival January 26 - 28 Enjoy the 28th annual Spirit of the Buffalo Pow Wow and Native American Festival at the International Market World Flea and Farmers Market in Auburndale. The event features crafts, intertribal dance competitions, historic village displays, workshops and over 60 exhibitors. The event is held in the Big Top circus tent over two big weekends Orlando Valkyries Home Opener January 26 The Orlando Valkyries Professional Women's Volleyball team kick off their inaugural season versus the Atlanta Vibe Friday, January 26th at 7PM. The Valkyries play all of their home games at Addition Financial Arena at UCF's main campus. Sunset Walk Fired-up Fridays Every Friday Friday nights, the Promenade at Sunset Walk presents Fired-Up Fridays, a free Car & Truck Show event with all makes, models, and years welcome of show car quality. Featuring music by DJ Scotty B and Company, plus the very best regional live bands. Friday Muscle Car Show & Cruise Every Friday Join the heart pounding excitement of high-performance engines and true horse power for our Muscle Car Show every Friday night at Old Town in Kissimmee. The Friday Muscle Car Show will begin at 3:00pm and the qualifications are show-quality muscle and factory-performance cars from 1964 and newer and classics from 1985 and older. Cars will cruise at 8:30pm and all cars registered can participate. SATURDAY, JANUARY 27, 2024 Fun Box at The Florida Mall Friday - Sunday, January 27 - February 10 If you are looking for something fun to do this weekend, check out FUNBOX at The Florida Mall. FUNBOX is 25,000 square feet of inflatable fun containing 10 play zones and an obstacle course. The play area was designed for kids, but of course it's tons of fun for adults too, with lots of photos ops! Peter and the Starcatcher Thursday - Sunday, January 25 - February 4 UCF Main Stage Theatre presents Peter and the Starcatcher. The adventure has just begun! Peter and the Starcatcher is imaginative, adventureful, and surpasses the means of traditional storytelling. This production is full of fun for the whole family! The Amazing Acro-Cats January 24 - 28 This troupe of trained domestic house cats, all former orphans, rescues, and strays, give a one-of-a-kind purrformance that includes cats riding skateboards, jumping through hoops, ringing bells, balancing on balls, and performing other feats of agility and entertainment. The show finale is the only all-cat band in the world: Tuna and the Rock Cats. The Rock Cats play guitar, drums, and piano, and they've been joined by the Jazz Cats on saxophone, trumpet, and clarinet. See them live at Orlando Stage. ZORA! - Outdoor Festival of the Arts January 26 - 28 Get ready for a vibrant day of art and culture at the free 2024 ZORA! Festival of the Arts, featuring live performances and much more. Spirit of the Buffalo Pow Wow and Native American Festival January 26 - 28 Enjoy the 28th annual Spirit of the Buffalo Pow Wow and Native American Festival at the International Market World Flea and Farmers Market in Auburndale. The event features crafts, intertribal dance competitions, historic village displays, workshops and over 60 exhibitors. The event is held in the Big Top circus tent over two big weekends TET Vietnamese New Year in Orlando January 27 - 28 Celebrate the Lunar New Year with the free Year of the Dragon celebration at Central Florida Fairgrounds featuring Vietnamese food, traditional dragon and lion dances, cultural performances, kids games, bounce houses, firecrackers, and more. Orlando Solar Bears vs. Atlanta Gladiators January 27 Watch the Orlando Solar Bears go head to head with the Atlanta Gladiators at the Kia Center. Florida Cup Fan Fest at Lake Lorna Doone Park January 27 Four hours prior to kickoff, fans can enjoy Fan Fest with interactive games, inflatables, face painters and more. Admission into the event is free. A wide selection of food and beverages will be available for purchase from local vendors. International Vegan Food Festival January 27 Treat the kids to a mouthwatering celebration of plant-based cuisine from around the world at the International Vegan Food Festival. Get ready to indulge in a variety of vegan delicacies that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. India Fair at Children's Safety Village January 27 Celebrate the 3rd annual India Fair, celebrating India's Republic Day. This free family-friendly event features entertainment, food, vendors, music, heritage displays, dancing, games, playground area, flag hosting, and more. Oakland Heritage Day January 27 Oakland Heritage Day celebrates Oakland’s small-town charm, unique history, nature, wellness and the arts with a free family-friendly day of live music, food trucks, fine arts and crafts, quality vendors, interactive kids’ activities, and more. FamilyFest Orlando January 27 This year's Annual FamilyFest Orlando takes place indoors at Dezerland Park Orlando. Sanford Avenue Block Party January 27 The Sanford Avenue Merchants present the Sanford Avenue Block Party on every 4th Saturday. Block closure is from 3rd to 5th Street featuring live music, vendors, craft beer, great food, cocktails, wine and fun for the kids. Disney Springs Kids Club Every Saturday Dance, play and be entertained at engaging shows for kids of all ages at the Disney Springs Kids Club, taking place every Saturday. Free Entertainment and Free Parking. Saturday Nite Classic Car Show & Cruise Every Saturday Join Old Town in Kissimmee every Saturday and take a trip down memory lane. The Old Town Classic Car Show has been a local tradition for over 30 years, it is one of the premier weekly car shows in Central Florida. The Saturday Classic Car Show begins at 1:00pm and welcomes show-quality 1985 and older hot rods, street rods, and antiques. Cars will cruise at 8:30pm. The event is free for participants and free for the public to attend. Live Music on the Lawn in Lake Nona Every Saturday Live on the Lawn is your Saturday oasis to relax and recharge while listening to live music and playing lawn games with family and friends. Join Lake Nona from 11 am – 3 pm every Saturday! Show Car Saturday Nights at Promenade at Sunset Walk Every Saturday The Promenade at Sunset Walk is home to Show Car Saturday Nights. All makes and models are welcome and displayed along Margaritaville Boulevard. Car enthusiasts will enjoy the music of DJ Scotty B while admiring an amazing collection of classic to modern automobiles, with live bands performing on the Promenade Plaza Stage nightly. SUNDAY, JANUARY 28, 2024 Fun Box at The Florida Mall Friday - Sunday, January 27 - February 10 If you are looking for something fun to do this weekend, check out FUNBOX at The Florida Mall. FUNBOX is 25,000 square feet of inflatable fun containing 10 play zones and an obstacle course. The play area was designed for kids, but of course it's tons of fun for adults too, with lots of photos ops! Peter and the Starcatcher Thursday - Sunday, January 25 - February 4 UCF Main Stage Theatre presents Peter and the Starcatcher. The adventure has just begun! Peter and the Starcatcher is imaginative, adventureful, and surpasses the means of traditional storytelling. This production is full of fun for the whole family! The Amazing Acro-Cats January 24 - 28 This troupe of trained domestic house cats, all former orphans, rescues, and strays, give a one-of-a-kind purrformance that includes cats riding skateboards, jumping through hoops, ringing bells, balancing on balls, and performing other feats of agility and entertainment. The show finale is the only all-cat band in the world: Tuna and the Rock Cats. The Rock Cats play guitar, drums, and piano, and they've been joined by the Jazz Cats on saxophone, trumpet, and clarinet. See them live at Orlando Stage. ZORA! - Outdoor Festival of the Arts January 26 - 28 Get ready for a vibrant day of art and culture at the free 2024 ZORA! Festival of the Arts, featuring live performances and much more. Spirit of the Buffalo Pow Wow and Native American Festival January 26 - 28 Enjoy the 28th annual Spirit of the Buffalo Pow Wow and Native American Festival at the International Market World Flea and Farmers Market in Auburndale. The event features crafts, intertribal dance competitions, historic village displays, workshops and over 60 exhibitors. The event is held in the Big Top circus tent! TET Vietnamese New Year in Orlando January 27 - 28 Celebrate the Lunar New Year with the FREE Year of the Dragon celebration at Central Florida Fairgrounds featuring Vietnamese food, traditional dragon and lion dances, cultural performances, kids games, bounce houses, firecrackers, and more. School of Rock Fall 2023 Encore Performances January 28 oin the School of Rock Orlando and School of Rock Oviedo students at The Abbey Orlando as they conclude the Fall 2023 Show Season with Encore Performances of seasonal shows, and featuring special guests Rock 101 classes. Advance Tickets are $5 from a student or the school – Tickets are $10 Day of Show. Rosen JCC's Winterfest January 28 The Rosen JCC Winterfest is back and better than ever, get ready for Food Trucks, Snow Slide, Snow Maze, Games, Face Painting, Petting Zoo, Inflatables, Rock Wall and So Much More! Peanut Butter Matinee Family Movie at Enzian January 28 The Peanut Butter Matinee Family Film Series usually occurs on the fourth Sunday of the month. It is always family friendly and FREE for kids 12 & under. January 28: SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS To list your events and feature your business on Gotta Go Orlando, learn more about advertising with us and submit your Orlando events here. Cheap & Free Things To Do With Kids Anytime! It might surprise you to know but there really is so many amazing Free or Cheap Things To Do in Orlando with the kids that won't cost the world, and will allow you to keep yourself on budget and still enjoy so many fantastic and memorable experiences as a family. Visit Orlando's beautiful Parks, Gardens, and Nature Trails 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 kids will love running around the parks, with many including splash pads, playgrounds, and more, or visit a nature trail and the entire family can delight in seeing a ton of birds and animals including a few gators, then everyone can get on their bikes and enjoy Orlando's bike trail, now... get outside and have fun! 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. Educate and Entertain the Kids at the same time Orlando has a long list of museums that the entire family will find fascinating, museums are a cheap day out, with many offering free admission, 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 th 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. Mess around at Dinky Dock Spend a day at the beach in Winter Park. Dinky Dock is a 1.56-acre year-round park and offers a fishing pier and boat ram. Yes there is a beach and swimming is permitted, the kids are gonna love it here! Take the kids to a Free Ski Show The Cypress Gardens Water Ski Team perform free ski shows throughout the year in Winter Haven, the show is held on the 3rd Saturday of every month on Lake River in Martin Luther King Jr. Park in Winter Haven. From the pyramid to one ski, to even barefoot, the Cypress Gardens Water Ski Team pulls out all the tricks on Lake Silver. A world famous show that started at the old Cypress Gardens theme park in 1943 and continues on in Winter Haven to this day. Play some Put Put You can't visit Orlando and not play some put put! It's the law, well not really but still! Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf, located next to Icon Park is a great choice, featuring over-the-top pirate ships and three different courses. Tickets are $16 for adults and $14 for children age 4 to 12. Enjoy the thrills of a Huge Amusement Park Fun Spot America has two locations, Orlando and Kissimmee, both parks offer different levels of thrills for all ages. At the Orlando park enjoy unique multi-level racing go-kart tracks, roller coasters, kiddie rides and thrill rides. Home to White Lightning, the only wooden coaster in Orlando, and one of the tallest SkyCoasters in the world, standing at 250 ft Beat the heat at the state of the art Splash Pad in Orlando, and enjoy Gator Spot, a 15,000 square foot oasis at the Orlando park. See over 100 gators as well as exotic reptiles and birds. At Fun Spot America Kissimmee enjoy wheel-gripping fun on two gigantic, multi-level go-kart tracks! Buckle up for twists, turns and hair-raising fun as you ride upside-down on Mine Blower - Florida’s only wooden rollercoaster with a 360-degree inversion! Extreme fun awaits as you soar from 300 feet on the world’s tallest Sky Coaster! With over 20 rides to choose from on every level of thrill, everyone in the family will find their fun! An iconic, family-owned theme park, Fun Spot America promises you will always experience the best guest service anywhere. And because they always practice the Golden Rule, when you’re at Fun Spot America, you’re family! Parking is FREE at Fun Spot America as well as FREE admission. Pay for a day pass in advance or by the ride at the park. A Single Day Fun Pass is only $59.99 per person Splash into lots of fun at a Water Park Island H2O Water Park is Orlando's most immersive and technologically advanced water park is located at Margaritaville Resort Orlando! The water park offers over 20 experiences, including several exhilarating drop slides, a lazy river, a wave pool, and a children’s area to ensure fun for the whole family. This water park is the first of its kind and themed completely around social media. Streaming and posting your experience is all a part of the fun – simply sync up your wristband with our app and make some waves! $64.99 per person, age 3+ Cool off on International Drive Escape for the day to CoCo Key Water Resort on International Drive, where kids can play on the slides and rides and parents can relax under the Florida sunshine. Designed with families in mind, the water park offers a 54,000 sq. ft water park containing 14 slides and rides and a 6,500 sq. ft arcade. A single-day weekday pass is only $37.99 for all ages. Take the kids for a spin in a giant Ferris Wheel Not your average Ferris wheel, The Wheel at ICON Park is a stunning 400 foot tall Observation wheel gives you a view of Orlando like no other. From the top of this spectacular Observation wheel the entire family can take in the sights throughout Orlando, for $34.99 per person. Get up close to hundreds of Gators 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. Adult $29.99, Child (3-12) $19.99 Let's all go to the Zoo The entire family will love seeing more than 500 animals, including rare and endangered species at Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, as well as 23 acres of lush natural beauty. $19.95 for adults, $15.95 for seniors, $13.95 for children ages 3-12 Go up, up and away on a Ballon Ride Soar sky-high during 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! Before 10 am each day, $15.00 per person, after 10 am each day, $25 per adult, $20 per child. Cool Off In An Orlando Splash Pad When it comes to the hottest months of the year, you just gotta cool off, and one of the best free things to do in Orlando during the sizzling hot days of summer is to cool off in a splash pad! Many parks in the area have free splash pads, which are an awesome place to have lots of fun. Downey Park Splash Pad in East Orlando is a beautiful park that includes a splash playground, and an inclusive playground for kids with special abilities, Fort Mellon Splash Pad in Sanford is located at First Mellon Park and features a splash pad for anyone to come and cool off, and also has a a playground fit for all ages. The City of Oviedo Splash Zone in Oviedo is located at the Oviedo Aquatic Center and features a huge outdoor splash zone. There is two spas pads in Winter Springs, The Splash Playgrounds are open each year from April through October and are located at Torcaso and Trotwood Parks. In Orlando's Bithlo Community Park the kids will love Bithlo Splash Pad, and in Capehart Park, Orlando there is a splash pad, and a tot lot playground. Another Orlando splash pad is located at Dr. P. Phillips Community Park, Orlando, while over in Kissimmee the kids will love the El Yunque Splash Pad featuring over 30 splash pad elements from bubblers to a 250-gallon dump bucket. The Kids will love a Huge Arcade! They say it’s not about winning or losing. But those people obviously haven't been to Dave & Buster’s. Because with hundreds of games to play, everyone leaves feeling like a champion. There is arcade games, tabletop, air hockey, ping pong, billiards and more! Each game requires chips, minimum purchase $20 for 100 chips Visit a Chocolate Kingdom Chocolate Kingdom, the Factory Adventure Tour, is an interactive journey that uncovers how chocolate transforms from the bean into the creamy, dreamy chocolate bar. Your Personal Chocolate Tour Guide joins forces with a handsome Prince and his Dragon sidekick to take guests through a Cacao Tree Greenhouse, a one-of-a-kind Chocolate Museum, a Mystical River of Chocolate and a Bean-to-the-Bar Factory utilizing old world machinery. Prices: Adults, $18.95 each, Children (Ages 4-12) $14.95 each Too Warm? Head for the Ice! ​It might surprise you to know that right here in the heat and humidity of Central Florida, you can enjoy daily public skating sessions at the Ice Factory, the kids will love it and yes, it's really cool! The Ice Factory is conveniently located just off of the Florida Turnpike exit 244 in Kissimmee, and it's only $18.00 per person, cool! Jump around all day! Jump Start features 20,000 square feet of fun, adventure and excitement with Dodge Ball, Super Slam, Trampoline Courts, and more. Located at Dezerland Action Park, enjoy unlimited fun, all day for $29.95 at Jump Start. The kids will love you forever! $29.95 per person unlimited all day play Monkey around at Monkey Joe' An indoor play space where young ones find their happy space with unlimited play on inflatable-filled jumps, obstacle courses, arcade action and a snack shack. A fun, interactive experience for the whole family. Enjoy unlimited play, affordable pricing and more at Monkey Joe's within Pointe Orlando on I-Drive. $24.99 per child. Treat the Kids to Magic and Pizza! Enjoy Orlando’s longest-running dinner show! Guests can expect to be impressed by this interactive, entertaining, and hilariously funny dinner show. The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner how is a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience with non-stop laughter and engaging audience participation. Don’t just watch the show – be a part of it! The dinner includes unlimited fresh, hand-tossed cheese and pepperoni pizza, salad, beer, wine, soda and dessert. Price: Adults $35.99, Kids (4 - 12) $25.99, Seniors $25.99 Want more free or cheap things to do with the kids? Check out our guide to 75 Free things to do in Orlando! Or Our guide to tons of free things to do at Walt Disney World! To keep up with the latest news on events, and things to do in Central Florida, sign up for the Gotta Go Orlando Newsletter and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. For the latest Orlando Theme Park News click here, and for the latest Attractions News click here, plus check out our daily updated news pages: Walt Disney World News, Universal Orlando Resort News, SeaWorld Orlando News, LEGOLAND Florida News, and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. 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Celebrations for the 32nd anniversary of the Lunar New Year Festival will take place on Saturday, January 27 and Sunday, January 28, 2024 at the Central Florida Fairgrounds. Visitors to the TET Festival this year can look forward to traditional Dragon and Lion dances, live cultural performance throughout the festival, a massive food court with authentic Vietmanese food to savour, kids entertainment, fireworks, and more. As the Lunar New Year approaches, the Parish of Saint Philip Phan Van Minh Catholic Church is gearing up for the much-anticipated Year of the Dragon celebration in Orlando on Saturday, January 27 10 am - 12.30 am, and Sunday 28, 10 am - 5 pm. Taking place at the Central Florida Fairgrounds, the free TED Festival is a major celebration of Vietnamese culture, with thousands in attendance each year, the free festival provides a great opportunity for families to come together and celebrate their cultural heritage. The TET Festival organized by the Parish of Philliphe Phan Van Minh, is the largest Vietnamese Festival in Central Florida, and is free to enter, with everyone welcome. The event promotes the customs and traditional dishes of the Vietnamese people. You will have a chance to taste many special dishes from all regions of Viet Nam (North, Central, and South). If you love soup-based dishes, they have Pho and Bun Bo Hue. They will also have Banh Cuon (Steamed Rice Crepe), Grilled Meat, Vietnamese Eggrolls, Vietnamese Sweets, and Boba. These dishes will not only feast your eyes but also fill your tummies. Besides the food adventure, you will get to enjoy our special performances including singing, contemporary dances, and musical plays. 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.

Central Florida's Jeremiah's Italian Ice has been scooping fresh Italian Ice and Creamy Soft Ice Cream since 1996 when they opened their first ever location in Winter Park, and this year they are celebrating the occasion with deals and offers. Starting February 1, Central Florida residents can indulge in a month-long journey with Jeremiah’s Italian Ice! Every week of the month, Jeremiah’s Italian Ice is offering exclusive deals and offers for J-List rewards members that represent a different era in their company's history, all the way back to 1996. On February 29, the Frog Squad at Jeremiah’s is putting on a fun, family-friendly Leap Day event complete with $0.96 Ices and Gelatis for J-List rewards members at the company’s first ever location in Winter Park! The 90’s-themed event will also feature a live DJ, carnival games, face painting, a food truck, magician, and a 90’s movie, sponsored by Enzian Theater, will be shown on the lawn after the event. Read on for all the details... Jeremiah’s Italian Ice, the premiere frozen dessert brand, is hopping back through time this February with their new Leap Back campaign, designed to celebrate the brand’s journey over the past three decades by giving back to its guests. The brand’s first-ever Leap Back campaign includes a full month of promotions for J-List loyalty members, culminating in a Leap Day celebration at all locations, with throwback pricing of $0.96 treats all day long for J-List members to honor the year it all began: 1996 (another Leap Year). “This new campaign is an opportunity to share with even more people what sets Jeremiah’s Italian Ice apart: our commitment to providing our guests with a fresh, delicious treat experience served alongside five-star customer service that lights up their day,” said Michael Keller, CEO of Jeremiah’s Italian Ice. “In a year when we gain a day, we’re taking Leap Day to take a look back at where Jeremiah’s has sprung forth from. Leap by leap, we’ve shared countless moments of joy with our guests through the years and now we’re celebrating in our communities with some froggy fun.” February: A Leap Year to Remember Jeremiah’s Italian Ice is inviting guests to hop on into their stores all February long for special promotions and exclusive offers. Leap Back promotions will be available for all members of the brand’s J-List Rewards program. J-List members will receive two special promotions each week during the month of February, with a special theme for each week that celebrates a different leap year in the history of Jeremiah’s Italian Ice, as we hop back in time to 1996 for Leap Day’s exclusive $0.96 treat deal. In addition to throwback pricing, J-List members who visit a Jeremiah’s location on Leap Day will also have the chance to win retro swag packs or the Grand Prize: a ‘Sweet’-Stakes VIP Getaway that will fly one J-List member and their guest to Orlando, FL, to get a behind-the-scenes experience, wherein they’ll get a peek at the magic behind Jeremiah’s Italian Ice and its tasty frozen treats. They’ll even meet Jeremy Litwack, aka Jeremiah, the Top Frog himself. In celebration of Leap Day, locations across 11 states will be hosting block party-style events on Feb. 29, inviting guests to leap forward with the brand by leaping back into a 90’s-themed gathering. The brand will also be hosting an extra-special celebration at the location that started it all: the first ever Jeremiah’s Italian Ice at 6864 Aloma Ave, Winter Park, FL 32792. The Winter Park throwback event will feature a live DJ spinning 90’s tunes, inflatable coloring stations, balloon artists, a food truck and more between 3 p.m. - 8 p.m., followed by a 90’s movie showing on the lawn, sponsored by the Florida Film Festival and Enzian Theater. Other Jeremiah’s Ice locations will be featuring similar activities at their Leap Day celebrations. It All Began with a Dream in 1996 When Jeremy Litwack opened the first Jeremiah’s Italian Ice in 1996, he had a dream of bringing fresh “water ice” – also known as “wood-er ice” in Philadelphia, the founder’s hometown and his jumping off point – to more people than ever. His passion for involving himself and the Jeremiah’s brand with the local community shone through quickly, ensuring that the company was ingrained in the communities it served as they grew throughout central Florida. In doing so, he has created a brand built on generosity and genuineness with the mission to inspire guests to make the most out of life and savor its sweet moments. Today, the idea that began to form in Jeremy’s mind when he was just a high school student selling Ice on the steps of the Philadelphia Mint has now become a successful, vibrant brand with a mission to infuse fun and flavor into the lives of each of its guests across 135+ locations and a wide range of communities. “Leap Back, to me, is a celebration of how far Jeremiah’s Italian Ice has come and an exciting way to share this company’s story, and my own story, with our guests,” said founder Jeremy Litwack. “Jeremiah’s is all about living life to the coolest, and there’s nothing cooler than sharing in a moment like this with the communities we serve. It’s a really full circle moment to think that I opened the company’s first location in a Leap Year nearly 30 years ago and here we are getting ready to celebrate another Leap Year with guests at locations all over the country.” Visit jeremiahsice.com/locations to find a location near you and celebrate this milestone with the Jeremiah’s Frog Squad all month long. For more information on the brand’s J-List rewards program, visit jeremiahsice.com/the-j-list. 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. 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Yet another new airline is to offer flights to and from Orlando, with BermudAir to offer direct flight to and from Bermuda. BermudAir is set to launch a new services between Bermuda and Orlando, with the new route to Orlando International Airport starting on March 26. “The addition of Orlando to our network is a clear indicator of BermudAir’s ongoing growth,” said Adam Scott, Founder and CEO of BermudAir, in a statement. On why Orlando was added, Mr Scott said: “It is a great destination for Bermudians — I will look forward to taking my son to Disney World — but it is also the largest untapped market from the US to Bermuda in terms of catchment area." BermudAir will operate Embraer E175 aircraft on the route with a dual-class cabin, offering 14 seats in business class and 52 seats in economy class. Tickets for the new routes are on sale now, and to celebrate, BermudAir is offering special fares on all its routes until January 31 starting at $99 one-way from the US and $199 one-way from Bermuda, including taxes. 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.

World Automobile Day is Jan. 29 and the Orlando Auto Museum is the perfect place to experience the transformation of automobiles through the decades. It's home to over 2,000 vehicles from a variety of periods, countries, industries and more. Automobiles have come a long way since the invention of the first automobile in 1886. World Automobile Day on January 29 celebrates the innovation the industry has seen since that first patent was filed. Right here in Orlando, car lovers can take a trip through the history of the automotive industry and see vehicles from a variety of decades and countries at the Orlando Auto Museum at Dezerland Park. If you haven't explored the country's largest auto museum at Florida's largest indoor theme park, now's the time! The Orlando Auto Museum at Dezerland Action Park is home to more than 2,000 vehicles worth over $200 million, so there's always a new vehicle to discover. Cars of the World From Buckingham Palace and across Europe to the shores of Cuba and Main Street USA — the Auto Museum showcases vehicles from all around the world. The Buckingham Palace exhibit features classic cars from the United Kingdom including Rolls Royce, Jaguars, Bentleys, and more. Known for it’s colorful, classic cars — guests can see vehicles from the streets of Cuba or vintage Americana cars from Main Street USA. The Cars of Europe pavilion is home to vehicles from Italy, Germany, Sweden, Russia, Netherlands and more. Cars of the Stars The Orlando Auto Museum has plenty of cars to impress movie lovers too! The museum is home to replicas of famous vehicles, like The Mystery Machine from “Scooby Doo”, The DeLorean from “Back to the Future,” an Ecto-1 from “Ghostbusters” and many more. Not to mention some vehicles that were actually used on screen, like one of the stunt cars used in “Fast & Furious 4” or two Batmobiles in the museum’s very own Bat Cave. Military Pavilion To pay respect to our country’s military history, guests can visit the Military Pavilion to see vehicles from America and its allies past wars and conflicts. The pavilion features a DUKW amphibious vehicle that was used by the United States in World War II and other historic combat vehicles. After exploring the Orlando Auto Museum guests can also enjoy meals from a variety of cuisines in Dezerland Action Park’s food hall and explore the other indoor attractions, including Florida's longest indoor go-kart track, a laser tag maze, a virtual reality arena and more. For more information about Dezerland Action Park and the Orlando Auto Museum, click here, and for the latest news from Orlando's attractions click here. 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.

Orlando will soon welcome the nation's elite male and female long-distance runners to compete at the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials and Track Shack will be hosting a series of Major Group Runs ahead of the trials. Track Shack, Orlando's specialty running retail store and producer of notable running events, is hosting four different group runs in partnership with Brooks, PUMA, HOKA, and Outta Pocket Track Club ahead of the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials which take place on February 3, 2024. The 3-mile group runs are estimated to attract hundreds of runners. The runs also lead up to the Orlando Magic 5K, 1 Mile & Kids’ Run taking place on February 4. This year, the Orlando Magic 5K, 1 Mile and Kids’ Run, presented by AdventHealth and produced by Track Shack, is a celebration of the Orlando Magic's 35th anniversary season and benefits the Orlando Magic Youth Foundation (OMYF). After all the runs, the Track Shack store will feature in-store pop-ups featuring elite running brands and gear. Each run will also feature their own post-run festivities. Brooks Group Run Wednesday, January 31, 2024 Location: Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company1300 Alden Rd, Orlando 6:30 p.m. start time with free beverages and a live DJ. HOKA Group Run Thursday, February 1, 2024 Location: Track Shack Retail Store 1104 N. Mills Avenue, Orlando 6:30 p.m. start time with lite bites and beer provided by Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company. Outta Pocket Track Club Friday, February 2, 2024 Location: Track Shack Retail Store 1104 N. Mills Avenue, Orlando 8:05 a.m. start time with Coffee & donuts from The Salty Donut will be provided by ASICS. PUMA Group Run Friday, February 2, 2024 Location: Track Shack Retail Store 1104 N. Mills Avenue, Orlando 6:30 p.m. start time with  PUMA promotions, light bites, beer provided by Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company, and a live DJ. Read on for all the details on the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials. The City of Orlando, in collaboration with Orange County, Track Shack Events, the Greater Orlando Sports Commission, Visit Orlando, USA Track & Field and the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee, will host America’s best male and female runners for the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Marathon on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at 10am. The course runs through downtown Orlando and its surrounding neighborhoods and consists of one 2.2-mile loop and three 8-mile loops. The race will be televised on NBC and Peacock. Orlando is the first city in Florida to host the U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Marathon. With a welcoming and diverse community, favorable weather and a flat and fast course, downtown Orlando is an ideal site for athletes to compete at their highest levels. Orlando will be abuzz with energy, cheering on these remarkable athletes as they chase their dreams and strive for a coveted spot on Team USA. “We are thrilled to once again host another marquee event that puts our community on the national stage.  The US Olympic Team Trials – Marathon not only showcases our status as the country’s top sports destination, but also creates an exciting opportunity to bring our residents together to cheer on our nation and support our top US athletes,” said Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer. “Next month, we look forward to welcoming all the athletes, their families and friends, all the spectators and for the opportunity to highlight Orlando’s vibrant, inclusive and diverse community.” At a press conference today, the Greater Orlando Sports Commission thanked many local organizations who are supporting the trials, and shared several updates on how fans can watch the race. The local organizing committee is encouraging fans to gather at several downtown locations for a great view of the race including: The Start Line on Rosalind Avenue near Amelia Street, The Finish Line on Rosalind Avenue near Washington Street at Lake Eola, Seneff Arts Plaza at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, and City Hall Plaza on Orange Avenue. Fans are encouraged to visit Orlando2024Trials.com for the most up-to-date information available and to access the spectator viewing map. “We are beyond delighted with how our collaborative community has enthusiastically come together to prepare for this world-class Olympic event, and very thankful for all of our regional stakeholders, vendors and supporters who have invested their time and talent,” said Jason Siegel, President & CEO of the Greater Orlando Sports Commission. “Our community is extremely confident that we will deliver an ‘unbelievably real,’ once in a lifetime experience for these elite athletes and their families.” Additionally, Track Shack shared that 1,500 volunteers are trained and ready to welcome the athletes and visitors for the event. Track Shack also noted that during a test event held in December, many athletes commented positively on the fast, flat and fan-friendly nature of the race course. “In three short weeks America’s top long-distance runners will be in Orlando showcasing their incredible talent, hard work and dedication to fulfill their Olympic dream, “said Jon Hughes, Race Director. “Central Floridians and our Track Shack team are excited and ready to host this prestigious, Olympic qualifying event.” "I can’t tell you how much this means to the athletes. Collectively we are so appreciative of the investment made by the City of Orlando, Orange County, Visit Orlando and the leadership team from the Local Organizing Committee led by the Greater Orlando Sports Commission and my good friends at Track Shack,” said Keith Brantly, 1996 Olympian and life-long distance runner. “I can’t wait for the residents of Orlando to experience this once in a lifetime event.” Lasty at the press conference today, the City of Orlando provided information related to the event that may impact traffic patterns, pedestrian movement, detours and parking. “In our planning efforts, our main goal was to try to ensure these impacts are as minimal as possible,” said City of Orlando Transportation Department Special Events Division Manager Jim Young.  “Additionally, we will be present and on the ground during the event to monitor it and make any needed adjustments.” Young explained that in addition to personalized mailings sent to all impacted locations along the route, the city and its event partners have also established a website, and a dedicated email and hotline so that residents and businesses can access impacts specific to their location and contact the event producers and city directly with any questions as it relates to transportation plans for the event. This access is available now and leading up to the event. Website – Orlando.gov/olympicroadclosures Email – hello@orlando2024trials.com Hotline – 407-385-1511 On the day of the event, the community can call the city’s Emergency Information Center at 321-235-5438 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. with questions or concerns regarding the race. At the press conference, Young also went into more specifics on how the road closures are being managed to reduce impacts, including how the city divided up the course map (link to course map) into 10 specific zones and three different levels relative to the location of residences or businesses along the impacted roadways. Zones refer specificaly to the location along the route (link to zone map) and levels indicate the resident or business’ vehicular access to that address. Levels are as follows: Level 1 Designation: The business or residence is along the marathon route and road closures will restrict all vehicular access to the location during designated event hours. Level 2 Designation: The business or residence is along the marathon route and at least one of the vehicular access points to the location will be affected by road closures. However, vehicles will be able to access the business or residence through an access point not along the route. Level 3 Designation: There may be delays and detours impacting vehicular access to the location, however, vehicular, and pedestrian access to the location during the event will be maintained. Concluding the press conference, Young also highlighted information about alternative parking locations for residents and businesses along the route that will be impacted by the closures and designated pedestrian access points on the course that will be available for pedestrian traffic during the race. More detailed information on road closures (link to road closure map), parking and pedestrian access can be found at Orlando.gov/olympicroadclosures. 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. 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Island H20 are getting read to kick off their 2024 season on March 8, and they are looking for new team members in all departments to help with what promises to be a busy season ahead. Looking for a cool new job? Island H2O Water Park, located next to Margaritaville Resort is hosting a hiring fair on February 17 from 10 am - 2 pm ahead of a busy season. The Kissimmee water park has more than 250 positions to fill positions in all departments, including Lifeguards, Food & Beverage, Guest Services and more. You can enjoy a season of fun in the sun, make new friends, enjoy a FREE Season Pass and family tickets, discounted meals, and more! On the day of the job fair, prospective candidates should park in the employee parking lot and bring two forms of identification with them. Anyone interested in being a lifeguard should being swimwear as there will be a swim test on the day. The water park say that applicants must be 16 or older and should possess excellent people skills, reliability, positive attitude, and flexible availability to become ambassadors of the park’s unique high tech Island vibe. Island H2O offers competitive pay, benefits, and flexible schedules to team members in a positive and diverse workplace focused on safe, social and family fun. To get more details on the job fair click here. 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.

United Arts welcome the addition of two cultural tourism directors to support the development and implementation of a formal Cultural Tourism Department with the aim of bridging the gap between the arts and tourism industries for the continued economic benefit of the community. United Arts of Central Florida (United Arts) announced the addition oftwo cultural tourism directors to its staff – Deanna Kotch in marketing and strategy, and Thali Sugisawa inprograms and partnerships – to support the development and implementation of a formal CulturalTourism Department. Designed in partnership with Visit Orlando, the official tourism association forOrlando, the program aims to bridge the gap between the arts and tourism industries for the continuedeconomic benefit of the community. “This is an incredibly important initiative to elevate Orlando’s profile as a major hub for cultural arts andentertainment, filled with countless organizations, talented performers and exceptional venues that aredrawn to Orlando for its inspirational cultural appeal and career opportunities among other things,” saidJennifer Evins, president and CEO of United Arts. “Through this partnership, we will identify and packagecurrent products and experiences, and create authentic and unique opportunities to bring the industry tolife to both enhance the existing tourism experience and be more intentional with driving visitation.” This initiative not only attracts cultural tourism from around the region, nation, and the world, but alsoemploys local artists which helps art thrive in our community. In 2023, Visit Orlando invested over $500,000 to support the cultural community by formalizing a year-long content capture program, securing professional footage of more than 25 regional organizations with a local creative production company. Itwas a critical first step in developing a strategic marketing narrative that has paved the way for thispartnership, leaning on United Arts’ expertise in the community. “This is a fantastic opportunity to add more resources and focus to better market the full depth of ourdestination’s unbelievably real cultural arts and entertainment experiences,” said Casandra Matej, president and CEO at Visit Orlando. “From acoustically remarkable spaces featuring ballet andphilharmonic orchestra performances to thought-provoking collections and prestigious annual artfestivals, there is something for everyone to build into their ideal vacation in Orlando.” Kotch brings over 25 years of experience, including previously serving as the director of marketing for VisitOrlando, where she led domestic and international leisure campaigns to drive visitation. She is also aformer chair of the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Central Florida and has led marketing initiatives at other major brands, including Darden Restaurants, Nickelodeon Suites Resort and Southwest Airlines Vacations. Sugisawa has led the nonprofit FusionFest since its inception, in partnership with the Orange CountyGovernment, and has exponentially grown its local multicultural programs and global reach with nearly20 years of experience in her field. Kotch and Sugisawa stepped into their new roles at United Arts on Jan.5 and report directly to Evins. For more information, visit United Arts or call 407.628.0333 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.

Walt Disney World has announced the arrival of critically endangered cotton-top tamarin triplets to Animal Kingdom. Walt Disney World has welcomed the birth of tiny, critically endangered cotton-top tamarin triplets! These tiny babies have spent the last several days bonding with their parents and siblings. In fact, both mom and dad share infant care responsibilities, carrying their young on their backs until approximately 14 weeks of age. Visit the new babies and the rest of the family at Discovery Island at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! It is normal for cotton-headed tamarins to give birth to twins every year in the wild but triplets are incredibly uncommon. It is thought there are currently fewer than 2,000 cotton-headed tamarins left in the world. Named because of the distinctive tufts of cotton-like white hair on their heads, these animals are found only in north-western Columbia, cotton-headed tamarins live in forests where they are able to leap from tree trunk to tree trunk using their claw like nails to grip onto bark. When resting or sleeping they coil their tails over one shoulder and along their back.  They communicate with each other through contact calls and eat fruit, flowers, nectar and small prey such as frogs, snails and insects. 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.

Performers from around the world, including Argentina, Brazil, and Romania are showing off their skills and talents at Cirque Italia’s Water Circuse, the only circus to be performing within a water stage in the country! Cirque Italia - Italian Water Circus is coming to Central Florida, with the stunning white and blue big top setting up the show in Daytona Beach from January 25 - 28 at the Daytona Beach Kennel Club, 960 S Williamson Blvd Daytona Beach. The name reflects a unique attribute under the tent, as the show features a custom designed water stage that travels from city to city. The stage holds 35,000 gallons of water that performers dazzle over while thrilling the audience with every move. With this “unique feature” under the tent, guests will be surprised, for it’s a show of its own! Started in 2012, Cirque Italia is an Italian entertainment company that brings a performance of European style. It is described as a “vivid, dramatic, and moving experience under a customized traveling tent.” Master jugglers, low wire fanatics, dazzling contortion, wild trampoline antics, and even a wheel of death! Cirque Italia’s entertainment suitable for all age groups, where all are welcome at a strictly animal-free shows! The circus has pitched it's stunning white and blue big top tent at: 2232 NE Jacksonville Rd, Ocala, at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion. When the show arrives in Daytona Beach you ca get 1 FREE CHILD per paid adult. This offer is only available online, USE code FACEFREE: Get tickets here. Show Times January 25 – Thursday: 7:30pm January 26 – Friday: 7:30pm January 27 – Saturday: 1:30pm, 4:30pm, & 7:30pm January 28 – Sunday: 1:30pm & 4:30pm you can purchase tickets online or you can purchase tickets at the on-site box office. The box office opens on-site on Tuesday, the week of the show. Here is the full schedule for the shows in Florida. Daytona Beach, FL January 25-28, 2024 Port St. Lucie, FL February 1 - 4, 2024 Brandon, FL February 8-11 Tallahassee, FL February 15-18 Cirque Italia brings the appreciation of production and circus arts together to create a night to be remembered. Founder Manuel Rebecchi—the nephew of Moira Orfei, the world-renowned queen of the Italian circus—combined his family's pedigree with his own groundbreaking ideas to form a company that leaves crowds breathless and competitors hurrying to catch up. Inspired by the element of water, the acts express versatility and fluidity through human movement while curtains of rain and fountain jets crisscross in time to each move. Laser lights and bubbles also add to the interdimensional effect. In a nod to the inner child, mermaids rise from the depths, and even dinosaurs make an appearance. For the latest from Cirque Italia click here. 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.

The Orange County Clerk of Courts Office is invite you and your family to join other couples to say their vows in the beautiful courtyard outside the iconic Orange County Courthouse. Love is in the air, and once again the Orange County Clerk of Courts Office is hosting a group wedding ceremony on Valentine's Day. If you and your partner are ready to tie the knot than you should consider saying I Do surrounded by your family and friends, together with other couples on the beautiful courtyard outside the iconic Orange County Courthouse on Valentine's Day. Clerk Tiffany Moore Russell will perform a special group wedding ceremony on February 14, 2023, at 1 pm. Participation in the group event will cost $70. The cost includes : • The Ceremony fee • A commemorative certificate • Wedding photos • A delicious treat • A special gift Please note that you will still need to pay the fee for the marriage license itself in addition to this package fee. To participate, you must first obtain your marriage license prior to the event. It's an easy process that you can start directly on the Marriage page on the www.myorangeclerk.com website. Further details will be provided after registration. Visit the marriage section of the Orange County website for more details on the requirements. 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.