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Following a less than successful performance as the host of the 81st Golden Globes, stand-up comedian Jo Koy is bouncing back with his hugely successful Jo Koy World Tour coming to Central Florida! Fresh from a roasting in the media for his performance as the host of the 81st Golden Globes, Jo Koy is getting back to what he does best, stand-up, and Koy is in the middle of his most successful tour to date, a tour that's has seen him perform shows in huge arenas around the globe, including a sold-out show in Orlando's Kia Center last year. The tour continues with a run of four shows in Florida this week, before heading back across the country, and onto the UK, Europe, and the Middle East. Upcoming Shows: January 18, King Center, Melbourne. Get tickets January 19, YouKey Theatre, Lakeland. Get tickets January 20, Kaseya Center, Miami. Get tickets January 21, Peabody Auditorium, Daytona Beach. Get tickets As one of today's premiere stand-up comedians, Jo Koy has come a long way from his modest beginnings performing in a Las Vegas coffee house. Jo's uniquely relatable comedy pulls inspiration from his colorful family that has reached all kinds of people and has translated into sold-out arenas around the world. In 2022, Koy kicked off his Funny Is Funny World Tour by selling-out the Climate Pledge Arena (over 14,000 tickets) in his hometown of Seattle and ended the tour with a sold-out show at Tacoma Dome (over 19,000 tickets). 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 National Park Service offers number of the entrance fee-free days throughout the year. On these days, everyone is invited to experience the magic and wonder of national parks for free! National parks are wallet-friendly options year-round. More than 300 of the country’s more than 400 national parks are free to enter every day, and in Florida there is 10 national parks including Canaveral National Seashore, the longest stretch of undeveloped Atlantic Coastline in the sunshine state, and it's only a one hour drive from Orlando. Detailed information about things to do and see in each park is available on NPS.gov and the NPS app. The cost to enter parks with entrance fees ranges from $10 to $35. The funds remain in the National Park Service and 80-100% stays in the park where collected. The revenue supports visitor services, including enhancing accessibility, restoring wildlife habitat, and providing ranger programs, and adding or upgrading restrooms, campgrounds, trails, and other facilities. The fee waiver for the fee-free days applies only to National Park Service entrance fees and does not cover amenity or user fees for camping, boat launches, transportation, special tours, or other activities. The annual $80 America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass covers entry at more than 2,000 federal recreation areas, including all national parks. There are also free or discounted passes available for current members of the U.S. military and their dependents, military veterans, Gold Star Families, fourth grade students, individuals with permanent disabilities, and senior citizens. The entrance fee-free days for 2024 are: January 15 – Martin Luther King, Jr. Day April 20 – First Day of National Park Week June 19 – Juneteenth August 4 – Great American Outdoors Day September 28 – National Public Lands Day November 11 – Veterans Day In addition to Canaveral National Seashore, Florida is home to the Gulf Islands National Seashore, Fort Matanzas National Monument, Big Cypress National Preserve, and more. 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.

Great news for beer lovers at SeaWorld Orlando have announced that it will continue to offer free beer to guests over the age of 21 throughout the summer! It wouldn’t be summer at SeaWorld Orlando without FREE BEER, and this year SeaWorld have extended the free beer promotion through September 4. Originally the promotion was due to end this month but now you can keep on enjoying a complimentary, 7-ounce beer throughout summer until September! The 7-ounce draft is available at the park daily, beginning at 11 am. and ending one hour before the park closes, at theWaterway Grill Bar. Plus right now at SeaWorld you can enjoy the theme parks summer spectacular, and the return of the popular craft beer festival! You Gotta Go SeaWorld! Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Guaranteed the very best rates on all our luxury villas, condos & townhouses. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Please Note: Gotta Go Orlando is your free guide to all the amazing happenings in Orlando. Every day we offer the most up to date news and information on the best of Orlando and Central Florida. We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links, articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site.

It's the weekend and with no shortage of things to do here in Orlando, we've chosen all the fun and FREE EVENTS that are taking place throughout the weekend here in the city beautiful. Best FREE Things To Do In Orlando This Weekend Friday, October 6, 2023 Saturday, October 7, 2023 Sunday, October 8, 2023 FRIDAY OCTOBER 6, 2023 The Pancakes & Booze Art Show Friday, October 6, 2023 Orlando’s Pop-Up Underground Art Show is BACK at The Abbey! Come experience one of the largest pop-up art movements to hit North America over the past decade, celebrating over 10 years of serving FREE PANCAKES and introducing audiences to some of the nation’s leading emerging artists. KUA Movie in the Park Friday, October 6, 2023 KUA Movie in the Park will feature “The Super Mario Bros. Movie,” shown on a giant 50-foot screen. Attendees will enjoy KUA’s inflatable Kids Power Zone, craft station, photo booth, free popcorn, and prize giveaways. Onsite concessions will be available Participants are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket. Getdown Downtown Street Party Friday, October 6, 2023 Street parties are back in downtown Maitland! The first Getdown Downtown of the season will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6, on Independence Lane next to City Hall. Admission is free. Special music guest will be Blue Stone Circle. The music group has performed for 16 years and shared the stage with top acts like REO Speedwagon, Huey Lewis and the Backstreet Boys. Their mix of pop, top 40, classics, party favorites, country, R&B and disco make them a popular favorite at Walt Disney World and Universal Studios Orlando. First Friday Food Trucks Friday, October 6, 2023 Let historic downtown Clermont do the cooking this Friday! Join them for First Friday Food Trucks on August 4 and enjoy music from DJ Renee. More than 35 trucks and vendors. Park Party at Central Park at Lake Mary City Hall Friday, October 6, 2023 Enjoy Park Party with food trucks coordinated by Food Truck Crazy, alcohol served by River City Catering, and family fun entertainment. Friday Muscle Car Show & Cruise Weekly, 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. Winter Garden Friday on the Plaza Weekly, Every Friday Come enjoy live music every Friday night on the Plaza in Winter Garden. Art After Dark at Lake Nona Weekly, Every Friday Every Friday night, Art After Dark takes over Lake Nona Town Center from 6 pm, and it's a perfect free night out for the whole family. Enjoy a stroll through the Town Center as you explore hand crafted artisan products, and tasty cuisine. Be sure to grab a glass a wine, stay a while to enjoy the art displayed on the six story art installation, The Beacon. Sunset Walk Fired-up Fridays Weekly, 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. The Promenade is home to over 2 dozen restaurants, retail shops, movie theaters, and entertainment options, located just ½ mile from the intersection of State Road 429 and U.S. 192, at 3251 Margaritaville Blvd. FREE admission and parking. Little Listeners at Altamonte Library Weekly, Every Friday Experience stories brought to life at Altamonte Library with fun books, interactive rhymes and craft activities during Little Listeners Storytime every Friday at 11 a.m. Sessions are tailored for ages 3 to 5 to help foster a love of reading. Sessions run for 30 minutes. Parents must stay with child. Reservations are required. Free Bingo Night at District Eat and Play Oviedo Weekly, Every Friday Free Bingo each Friday night at District Eat and Play Oviedo Mall, Oviedo at 6pm. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2023 50th Annual Winter Park Autumn Art Festival October 7 - 8, 2023 The Winter Park Autumn Art Festival is the only juried fine art festival exclusively featuring Florida artists. The Winter Park Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the festival on the second weekend in October each year. The community-oriented sidewalk show presents quality visual art and live entertainment the whole family can enjoy. The festival is held in beautiful Central Park located along historic Park Avenue in downtown Winter Park. Bank of America's Museums on Us Weekend October 7 - 8, 2023 During the first full weekend of every month, Bank of America and Merrill Bank offer cardholders free general admission on both Saturday and Sunday to more than 225 cultural institutions in dozens of cities across the US. Click here for details. Valid cardholders can access free admission the first full weekend every month to the following museums: • Orlando Science Center: 407-514-2000, 777 E. Princeton St. Orlando, FL 32803 • History Center: 407-836-8500, 65 E. Central Blvd. Orlando, FL 32801 • Polasek Museum & Garden: 407-647-6294, 633 Osceola Ave. Winter Park, FL 32789 • Orlando Museum of Art: 407-896-4231, 2416 North Mills Ave. Orlando, FL 32803 • Mennello Museum of Art: 407-246-4278, 900 E. Princeton St. Orlando, FL 32803 • Museum of Arts & Sciences: 386-255-0285, 352 S. Nova Rd. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 • Florida Aquarium: 813-273-4000, 701 Channelside Dr. Tampa, FL 33602 Growing Bolder Day October 7, 2023 A free community-wide, intergenerational celebration of aging to promote the importance of active lifestyle, social engagement, purpose, creativity, and regular health screenings. OCLS Centennial Citrus Ale Celebration and Book Fair October 7, 2023 Enjoy a retro book fair at Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co, and taste their limited-edition beer that commemorates the library’s 100 years of service. Porch Stock "Porch-A-Palooza" October 7, 2023 Save the date! Porch Stock is back for year three, in the “cooler” fall weather! We have Three amazing bands playing within our neighborhood Saturday October 7th from 6pm- 8pm. Collective Corner Local Pop-Up Market October 7, 2023 It's is not just about shopping; it's about immersing yourself in the eerie atmosphere and connecting with our amazing community. So, gather your family and friends, and join us at the most Spooktacular event of the year!! See you there.... Join us in the heart of Ivanhoe Village as we create unforgettable memories filled with great food, music, and a fun spooky time! Celebration Fall Porch & Yard Sale October 7, 2023 Treasure hunters rejoice! It's the Fall Porch & Yard Sale, with goods available throughout the community and at Celebration Town Hall. Get Hooked – Family Fishing Event October 7, 2023 Join the City of Winter Park for the Get Hooked Family Fishing Event! There will be snacks, raffle, giveaways, fun & more! Free bait & poles are provided. Everyone goes home with a fish! PLM Collectibles Nona Card Collection Show October 7, 2023 Nona Card Collection Show features 100 Tables including Sports Cards, Pokemon TCG, Magic the Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh, other Trading Card Games, Supplies and More. Windermere's Fall Festival October 7, 2023 The Windermere Police Department Foundation and The Heinz Group are proud to present 2023 Annual Officer Robert German Memorial Event – Windermere Fall Festival featuring Windermere Brewing and Tim’s Wine! Join us from 4:00pm – 8:00pm on Saturday, October 7, 2023 at Town Square Park and find fun for the whole family. We’ll have craft beer and wine, a selection of food trucks, bounce houses, face painting, the Orlando Bubble Bus, live music from The Down Brothers, and more! Saturday Special at Pioneer Village Weekly, Every Saturday Visit Pioneer Village at Shingle Creek 2491 Babb Road, Kissimmee every Saturday morning and enjoy a special activity. All materials will be provided with admission and is great for all ages. Disney Springs Kids Club Weekly, 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. Live Music on the Lawn in Lake Nona Weekly, 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 11am – 3pm every Saturday! Saturday Nite Classic Car Show & Cruise Weekly, 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 and all cars registered can participate. The Classic Car Show is free for participants and free for the public to attend. It’s the perfect outing for families of every generation, young and old, to enjoy. Show Car Saturday Night at Promenade at Sunset Walk Weekly, Every Saturday Storybook Adventures Weekly, Every Saturday Each week, begin your free Storybook Adventures tour at the St Cloud Police substation on 10th street to pick up a map that will lead you on a stroll through downtown St. Cloud. the map will take you to specific locations to glance into the storefronts of participating businesses, reading one page at a time until you complete that week’s story! On Saturday at 10 am, the host business welcomes you to meet the author and the first 20 families in attendance will receive a free book to have autographed and take photos, plus, there will be an extra treat from the host business. Orlando Area Saturday Farmers Markets Weekly, Every Saturday The Winter Garden Farmers Market is your hometown market open every Saturday from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm. in beautiful Historic Winter Garden. 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. 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. 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. 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. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2023 50th Annual Winter Park Autumn Art Festival October 7 - 8, 2023 The Winter Park Autumn Art Festival is the only juried fine art festival exclusively featuring Florida artists. The Winter Park Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the festival on the second weekend in October each year. The community-oriented sidewalk show presents quality visual art and live entertainment the whole family can enjoy. The festival is held in beautiful Central Park located along historic Park Avenue in downtown Winter Park. Bank of America's Museums on Us Weekend October 7 - 8, 2023 During the first full weekend of every month, Bank of America and Merrill Bank offer cardholders free general admission on both Saturday and Sunday to more than 225 cultural institutions in dozens of cities across the US. Click here for details. Valid cardholders can access free admission the first full weekend every month to the following museums: • Orlando Science Center: 407-514-2000, 777 E. Princeton St. Orlando, FL 32803 • History Center: 407-836-8500, 65 E. Central Blvd. Orlando, FL 32801 • Polasek Museum & Garden: 407-647-6294, 633 Osceola Ave. Winter Park, FL 32789 • Orlando Museum of Art: 407-896-4231, 2416 North Mills Ave. Orlando, FL 32803 • Mennello Museum of Art: 407-246-4278, 900 E. Princeton St. Orlando, FL 32803 • Museum of Arts & Sciences: 386-255-0285, 352 S. Nova Rd. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 • Florida Aquarium: 813-273-4000, 701 Channelside Dr. Tampa, FL 33602 Free Family Fun Day October 8, 2023 Every second Sunday of the month is Free Family Funday at The Mennello Museum of American Art. Join us at the museum for free admission, docent led tours of the galleries, and a fine art project! Art Projects are available to make or take home with you between 12 pm – 2:30 pm. The museum galleries also stay open until 4:30 p.m. for all guests. Kissimmee Hispanic Heritage: Ford Taste of Latino Festival October 8, 2023 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage at the Kissimmee FORD Taste of Latino Festival is Sunday, Oct 8th, 2023 in Kissimmee, Florida @Paza Del Sol - featuring LIVE performance by award winning Orchestra Fuego! Free Festival when you register for a ticket! Faire of the Dog: Fall Market October 8, 2023 Faire of the Dog: Fall Market Vintage/Makers Market at Will's Pub, Lil' Indies, and Wally's to benefit the Pet Alliance of Orlando Donate cash, food, and supplies for furry friends in need for a chance to win bar tabs! Free Entry | All Ages | Friendly pets welcome Ren Fair at The Renaissance Theatre Company Weekly, Every Sunday Renaissance Fair at The Ren, is a unique outdoor and indoor event, featuring drag shows, live music, and more. Diverse and Queer-friendly, 18+. Shops! Vendors, Artists, Crafts, Food Vendors/Trucks, Plants, Merchandise. Orlando Area Sunday Farmers Markets Weekly, Every Sunday 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. 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. 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 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. 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. THIS & EVERY WEEKEND Disney Springs Disney Springs is a wonderful place to waste away a few hours or more, and it's free to visit, and parking is free too. Stroll through Town Center at Disney Springs to view vibrant displays from talented artists at the Art Walk, let the kids enjoy the interactive fountains, while everyone will love checking out a unique collection of stores including The Coca Cola Store, M&M's World, Lego Imagination Center and more. You can take a break at The Welcome Center with air conditioning, comfy chairs and freeice water. Enjoy the free entertainment atmultiple locations where individual musicians and bands perform in the evening, plus House of Blues frequently offers free live music at its Front Porch Bar, Raglan Road usually has free live music on their patio, and on a Saturday morning there is even a free kids club with lots of entertainment! Disney's Boardwalk Disney’s BoardWalk is gorgeous, built around a lake and is beautifully themed to be reminiscent of Cape May or Coney Island in the 1940s. It’s free to enter and fun just walking around and enjoying the atmosphere, in the evening you can enjoy street performers (jugglers, comedians, fire-eaters, jazz ensembles, etc.), and at any time of the day or nigh you can take a trip on a friendship boat! Walt Disney World Monorail Transportation You can take three different Monorail rides at Walt Disney World, all for FREE. The inner Monorail circles the three Monorail resorts, Contemporary, Polynesian and Grand Floridian. You can get off and explore each resort, or just enjoy the ride and the view, as often as you wish, altho at night you might just want to stop at the Contemporary and enjoy the spectacular view of the fireworks from the balcony, and yes its free. You can also ride the express Monorail that just goes between the Ticket and Transportation Center and the Magic Kingdom for the same view, but no stops at the resorts, although this can get very busy! The third option is the longest, and the Monorail from the Ticket and Transportation Center to Epcot is also a nice trip with great views of the resort, and you get to ride through the inside of Epcot for a great view of the park. Walt Disney World Water Transportation All of the water transportation options at Walt Disney World are free, and offer a relaxing way to enjoy the resort from the water, and is amazing day or night. Options include taking a friendship boat and cruising the loop around Crescent Lake, which visits Epcot, Boardwalk, Yacht/Beach Club, Swan/Dolphin, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios without going into the parks. Take the boat that visits the Magic Kingdom, Contemporary, Wilderness Lodge and Ft. Wilderness, or the boat that visits the Polynesian, Grand Floridian and Magic Kingdom. Or another great option is the Water Taxi from Disney Springs to Port Orleans or Old Key West and back, along the Sassagoula River. Disney Skyliner Transportation You can ride the Disney Skyliner cable-car system for free, and this is a great option to get some great views of Walt Disney World from above. You can get on and off at Art of Animation/Pop Century Resorts, Caribbean Beach Resort, Riviera Resort and at Epcot and Hollywood Studios. In addition to taking a scenic ride, you can get off at one of the Skyliner resorts and take a stroll and explore for free. Universal CityWalk Universal CityWalk is a lively entertainment complex just before the entrance to Universal Studios and Islands Of Adventure, it’s FREE to enter and there is so much to do. Parking is costly during the day, but at most times of the year, parking after 6 pm is free. At CityWalk you can stroll, take in the atmosphere and simply enjoy people watching, or you can ride the free water taxi to the resorts and explore, a must do is the opera filled Italian piazza at Loews’ Portofino Bay Hotel. Back at CityWalk the kids will enjoy cooling off in the splash pad, and the adults will love the free nightly entertainment including outdoor DJ, stilt walkers and more. ICON Park Orlando Located in the heart of Orlando's International Drive, ICON Park offers attractions, dining, shoppings, entertainment and more. Not only is there a ton to see and do at ICON Park, admission to the complex is always free, plus parking is free too! It's a great place to stroll or simply sit back, relax and enjoy nightly light shows and people-watching on the central green, all without spending any money. 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 parks, gardens, nature trails, bike trails and more here in Orlando is breathtaking, get outside and enjoy! 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. 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. Orlando Murals Take a walk through downtown Orlando, and you’ll discover art in unexpected places, including larger-than-life butterflies, a vintage Orlando postcard, hanging gardens, even a parking garage covered with murals, and the latest downtown mural, Unbelievable Real! East End Market The East End Market is a neighborhood market & food hall in the Audubon Park Garden District of Orlando featuring a vast array of artisanal vendors in one marketplace, from bakers to pasta makers to coffee roasters. Church Street Station The unofficial centre of Downtown Orlando, Church Street really is the place to go for first-timers wanting to get to know the city a little better. It’s home to some of the city’s best restaurants, a bustling nightlife scene and the iconic Railroad Depot (that now sits alongside the newly-built ‘SunRail’). For more than 100 years, Church Street has been the heart of downtown Orlando. The revitalized Church Street Station continues this tradition, offering an eclectic mix of dining, entertainment, retail and business for locals and tourists alike. Discover several clubs, theatres, shopping dining and more! Plus, check out the iconic ad historic Railroad Depot, that sits alongside the modern SunRail station. Celebration Town Center Travel back in time to find the town of Celebration in Kissimmee, a planned community originally developed by the Walt Disney Company. This is a pedestrian-friendly, wonderful small town where you can explore the old-fashioned downtown, including Market Street, and Lakeside Promenade, or you can enjoy the miles of walking paths and nature trails. On Market Street there is various events throughout the year including craft festivals, antique car shows, and a wonderful holiday event where it snows on Market Street every night. Check out the events calendar for more details. Old Orlando Mixing architecture and history is a great way to spend the day and learn more about downtown Orlando with a self-guided Historic Districts Walking Tour. You’ll learn about structures that were designed and built when horses were still clopping along Church Street and see how they’ve been adapted for modern uses. The Downtown Orlando Historic District Self-Guided Walking Tour gives you the opportunity to experience Orlando history first hand. This self-guided walking tour is available online. Thornton Park Just east of the central Lake Eola, you’ll find this cool and quiet neighbourhood that really feels like you’ve escaped the city for an out-of-town suburb. This charming neighborhood is home to some of Orlando's best restaurants, hip cafés, cool galleries and a few bistros, all set around some ever-so-quaint old cobbled streets. Well worth a few hours to stretch your legs and take in the sights and sounds of Thornton Park. Campus Tour At Rollins College From the sparkling waters of Lake Virginia to the energy of the residential halls, Rollins College’s 80-acre campus really has to be seen to be believed. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the campus by booking a spot on one of the daily campus tours or by signing up for one of the special on-campus events 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. Winter Park The Orange County city of Winter Park, situated north of Orlando, was once considered a winter resort. Today, the arts- and culture-filled city of Winter Park includes Rollins College and the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of Natural Art. Winter Park is also is a nature lover's destination. In Winter Park you'ill find more than 70 parks, all home to various events, festivals and celebrations throughout the year, plus don't miss the dining, shopping, the arts and more in the Park Avenue District. Winter Garden Nestled on beautiful Lake Apopka about 20 minutes west of Orlando, this former citrus town established in 1908 is known for its many recreational amenities, events and historical assets. Winter Garden is home to the Garden Theatre, the SoBo Gallery and Art Center, several museums and the Downtown Pavilion, which is home to the Winter Garden Farmers Market that is held every Saturday morning. Whatever You Do This Weekend, Have An Awesome Time! 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Farm & Haus, an East End Market staple since back in 2016 is bowing out of the Audubon Park food hall, and an exciting new BBQ concept from Matt Hinckley is moving in! We recently brought you the news that Farm & Haus are closing their location at Audubon Park's East End Market on January 31 to concentrate on their cafe on Park Avenue in Winter Park, and now the latest news is we know who is replacing them at East End Market, and it's a familiar face! Matt Hinckley who owns Hinckley's Fancy Meats, a specialty sandwich shop that has been an East End Market favorite for five years is expanding his presence with a new barbecue concept. Boxer & Clover is the newest concept born to small business incubator at East End Market, offering up authentic bbq, chili, sides and pies using honest and sustainable ingredients. Hinckley is targeting a late February or early March opening for the new concert to open. For the latest news from Orlando's foodie scene click here. To keep up to date with the latest news in Orlando, sign up for the the Gotta Go Orlando Newsletter and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. For the latest events and things to do 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 all the latest Orlando Theme Park News click here, and for the latest Attractions News click here, plus check out our daily updated guides to the Theme Park's: Walt Disney World News, Universal Orlando Resort News, SeaWorld Orlando News, LEGOLAND Florida News, and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. For the latest Orlando Entertainment News, check out our daily updated news pages: Entertainment News, Live Music & Concerts News, Events & Festival News, Theater & The Visual Arts News, Bar, Club & Nightlife News, and Food & Drink News. 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.

Poke Burri and Lifting Noodles are opening in Orlando, at 12615 W Colonial Drive, Winter Garden. Poke Burri and Lifting Noodles has announced that they are opening their newest restaurant in Orlando early this year, bringing a fusion of flavors and culinary creativity to the heart of the Sunshine State. Once open the Orlando restaurant will offer poke bowls, sushi burritos, and build your own options, together with sushi pizza, donuts, and even a twist on the American classic, sushi corn dog. Lifting Noodle, part of the dual concept features a variety of ramen including the 1-UP bowl with kale noodles swimming in creamy vegetarian broth with crispy tofu, and the Angry Zuko bowl with black mushroom and pork belly in a spicy pork broth. The Orlando restaurant will be open for dine-in, takeout, and will offer delivery from UberEATS or Doordash. It will also feature a full bar. For updates on events, secret menu items, and more, follow them on Instagram at pokeburriorlando. Sam Brown, the visionary owner operator of Poke Burri and Lifting Noodles, brings a passion for culinary innovation and a commitment to providing an exceptional dining experience. With a successful track record in the restaurant industry, Brown is excited to bring his unique concept to Orlando. The new store is located at 12615 W Colonial Drive, Winter Garden, and while no date has been revealed just yet, we can expect an announcement soon! Here is what you can expect when Poke Burri and Lifting Noodles open in Winter Garden. Sushi Pizza A unique blend of traditional sushi and pizza, creating an innovative dining experience. Poke Bowl Fresh and customizable poke bowls featuring high-quality ingredients and a burst of flavors. Sushi Donuts A visually stunning and delicious twist on traditional sushi, served in the shape of donuts. Sushi Corn Dogs Classic comfort food gets an exciting makeover with gourmet sushi corn dogs stuffed with house crab salad. Sushi Burritos A marriage of sushi and burritos, offering a satisfying and portable meal option. Ramen Authentic ramen bowls crafted with care and precision. Secret Menu For the adventurous food enthusiasts, you can explore a secret menu with items that are sure to surprise and delight. 2024 is shaping up to be an exciting year in Orlando, with a ton of exciting new additions in the works! Find out what's new and coming to Orlando in 2024, including new Rides & Attractions coming to Orlando's Theme Parks, plus the new Restaurants & Bars, and Resorts & Hotels coming to Central Florida in 2024. 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.

New tenants at Dezerland on I-Drive offering unique automotive experiences for guests. Put the pedal to the metal and race to International Drive! Two new automotive tenants have moved into Dezerland Park. Central Florida’s car show headquarters and home of the Orlando Auto Museum, Dezerland Park, now adds MPH Club and Texas Motor’s Powersport to its lineup for car & motorcycle lovers. Texas Motor’s Powersport For those who get their thrills from traveling on two wheels, Dezerland is also home to Texas Motor’s Powersport. The popular, local motorcycle dealership comes to Dezerland after the closure of Ace Café earlier this year and continues to sell motorcycles, dirt bikes, electric bikes and more to Central Florida residents. If you already own a bike that needs a refresh, Texas Motor’s Powersport provides expert repairs and services to keep your vehicle running smoothly. The store also offers free domestic shipping for customers who shop in-store, so even guests visiting Dezerland Park on their vacation can find a new ride and have it shipped home. To learn more about Texas Motor’s Powersport or shop online, click here. MPH Club Want to arrive at your wedding in a classy Rolls-Royce? Do you dream of driving around town in the latest Lamborghini? With 10 locations across Florida, and one in Las Vegas, MPH Club is bringing a unique, daily exotic car rental experience to Orlando. And it doesn’t just stop at cars. Those looking for a truly lavish experience can even hire a private jet. MPH Club makes car lovers’ dreams come true every day by offering daily rentals of the latest exotic vehicles from Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, Bentley, McLaren, Rolls-Royce and many other top, luxury brands. They also offer a variety of services, from chauffeurs to roadside assistance, to make customers' experiences as memorable as possible. To learn more about an exotic car rental from MPH Club at Dezerland Park, click here. After visiting MPH Club and Texas Motor’s Powersport, visitors can head inside the Orlando Auto Museum to see America’s largest auto museum which is home to more than 2,000 vehicles valued at over $200 million, featuring everything from military vehicles used in combat to cars made famous by television and movies and vehicles from a variety of decades and countries around the world. Guests can also enjoy meals from a variety of cuisines in Dezerland Action Park’s food hall and explore the fun attractions inside, 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, click here. Dezerland Park Orlando is Florida’s largest indoor attraction with over 850,000 square feet of family entertainment options. The park is home to the Orlando Auto Museum with more than 2,000 vehicles worth over $200 million, making it the country’s largest auto museum. Dezerland also features Florida's longest indoor go-kart track, boutique bowling, a laser tag maze, a virtual reality arena, more than 300 arcade games, a 30,000 square-foot trampoline park, glow-in-the-dark mini golf, axe throwing, Cinemark theater and so much more. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining and shopping options including a food hall, 007 Bond Bar & Restaurant (adjacent to the world's largest collection of James Bond vehicles and memorabilia), Jump Start Café, Bass Pro Shop, Rocket Fizz candy store, huge gift shop and a leather store. Free parking and admission. Learn more at dezerlandpark.com. To book an event or to discuss leasing opportunities, call 321-754-1700. 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.

Singing sensation Michael Bublé and his wife, Argentinian actor Luisana Lopilato visited Walt Disney World with their family this week, including all the thrills on The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at Disney's Hollywood Studios. International singing sensation Michael Bublé took a trip through another dimension this week with his wife, actress Luisana Lopilato, at Walt Disney World. The couple, on vacation with their family, visited the infamous Hollywood Tower Hotel at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, stepping aboard The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror elevator for a thrilling ride through the fifth dimension. Bublé and Lopilato smiled and clapped as they exited the thrilling attraction, happy to be back in the “real world’’ before setting off to enjoy delicious Disney snacks and the rest of their visit to the parks. 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.

Don’t miss the Ten 10 Brewing Company annual rib cook-off on Saturday, January 13, 2024. Bring an appetite and vote for the best rack of ribs in Orlando. Come out this weekend and support local BBQ at the 7th Annual Ten 10 Brewing Rib Fest Cook-Off on Saturday, January 13, 2024, from 11 am to 4 pm. Get ready for one of our most anticipated events of the year taking place at the Milk District's Ten 10 Brewing Company at 1010 Virginia Dr, Orlando. The family event, featuring live music and cold beer, is open to all, including kids and dogs. The contest helps raise money for the Second Harvest food bank by selling tickets which allows you to VOTE for your favorite team!! This year, they have opened up virtual voting. You can support an awesome cause AND you favorite BBQ team!! Each $1.00 you donate equals one vote and provides FOUR meals to the Second Harvest Food Bank.  Last year the event raised more than $10,00, and organizers are hoping to raise even more this weekend. So come on and eat the best ribs in Orlando and support a great cause. 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 most famous horse-drawn beer wagon in the works is rolling into Florida, the six-horse Clydesdale hitch will be attending a number of events in the state, find out where. From the Prohibition era to Super Bowl commercials, there is perhaps nothing more iconic in Budweiser’s history than its team of Clydesdale horses. More than just a mascot, the Clydesdales have been an integral part of Anheuser-Busch for more than 80 years, and the Budweiser Clydesdales are coming to Florida, making a number of appearances in the Sunshine State in Naples, and around the Tampa Bay area. The first appearance will be at the Swamp Buggy Parade on Sat, 20 January, in Naples, with the Budweiser Clydesdales participating in the Swamp Buggy Parade. Next up, the Budweiser Clydesdales will be at Cypress Town Center, Grand Cypress Dr, Lutz on Wed, 24 January, between 2 and 4 pm. The following day, Thu, 25 January, the Budweiser Clydesdales will be at Armature Works, 1910 N Ola Ave, Tampa, between 4.15 and 6.15 pm. The Budweiser Clydesdales will then close out their Florida trip with an appearance at the Gasparilla Parade of Pirates in Tampa, on 27 January. To properly prepare the Clydesdales for their appearances, a team of dedicated handlers oversees their care. Expert groomers travel on the road with the hitch at least 10 months out of the year. Another team oversees their diet; each hitch horse will consume as much as 20 to 25 quarts of whole grains, minerals and vitamins, 50 to 60 pounds of hay, and up to 30 gallons of water on a warm day. When it comes time to travel to an appearance, 10 horses; the famous red, white, and gold beer wagon; and other essential equipment are transported in three 50-foot tractor-trailers. Cameras mounted in the trailers are connected to monitors in the cabs that enable the drivers to keep a watchful eye on their precious cargo during transport. Air-cushioned suspension and thick rubber flooring in the trailers ease the rigors of traveling. The team stops each night at local stables so the “gentle giants” can rest. The team also travels with hitch drivers, who endure a lengthy training process before they assume the prestigious role of a Budweiser Clydesdale Hitch Driver. Driving the combined 12 tons of wagon and horses requires expert skill and physical strength. The 40 pounds of lines held by the driver plus the tension of the horses pulling creates a weight of more than 75 pounds. When they’re not making appearances around the country, the Budweiser Clydesdales also continue to be marketing stalwarts for Anheuser-Busch. They first appeared in the Super Bowl in 1975, and have since appeared in countless Super Bowl commercials for the company. 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.

Grab the kids and your lightsabers and set course for a galaxy far, far away at Brevard Zoo’s Going Galactic Weekend! The the family on an out of this world day trip to Brevard Zoo’s Going Galactic Weekend, which is retuning to the Melbourne zoo this weekend, Friday January 13 - Monday, January 15 from 10 am - 3 pm. Walk into the Nyami Nyami River Lodge and be transported to scenes out of this special universe at this Star Wars themed weekend, grab photos with space characters including Storm Troopers throughout the Zoo, take part in arts and crafts, and enjoy out-of-this-world animal enrichment. All activities are included with regular Zoo admission. Explore the world of animals at Brevard Zoo, an internationally accredited facility home to giraffe, rhinos, big cats and hundreds of colorful birds! Discover Brevard Zoo at 8225 North Wickham Road, Melbourne, for more information 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 curated guide to the best things to do in the city: 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.

Welcome to another busy weekend of live music in Orlando. Whether it's jazz, blues, rock, pop, country, reggae, hip-hop, bounce, or classical... somebody’s always playing something in the city beautiful, discover the best live music and nightlife in Orlando this weekend. The Best Live Music & Nightlife In Orlando This Weekend! Orlando has an eclectic music scene, with a whole world of music being performed by local upcoming artists, the latest touring bands and international superstars. On any given night you can tune into musical styles from rock, country, jazz and easy listening to indie, techno, hip-hop, reggae and punk. The choice of venues here in Orlando is amazing, see concerts in intimate venues including small clubs and cozy pubs that accommodate just a few hundred people to huge indoor arenas and outdoor stadiums for tens of thousands of fans. If it's happening in Orlando we've got you covered. For the most up to date entertainment news in Orlando you gotta check out the latest Orlando Entertainment News. For the latest concert news click here, and for all the latest bar, club, and nightlife happenings in Orlando, click here. Weekend Live Music and Concerts in Orlando Jan. 12 - 14, 2024 Friday, Jan. 12, 2024 Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024 Sunday, Jan. 14, 2024 Before attending concerts, please contact the venue to confirm that the event is taking place as changes, and cancellations can occur. To list your upcoming concerts and feature your venue with Gotta Go Orlando, learn more about advertising with us and submit your Orlando concerts here. FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 2024 84: Van Halen Tribute & Excitable: Def Leppard Tribute January 12 84: Van Halen Tribute & Excitable: Def Leppard Tribute comes to House of Blues Orlando at Disney Springs. Get your tickets now! Boombox Cartel January 12 Boombox Cartel comes to Celine Orlando. Get your tickets now! 18+ Broadway Rave January 12 Broadway Rave comes to The Beacham. Get your tickets now. 18+. A musical dance party celebrating the best of Broadway. Jacuzzi Boys and Country Westerns January 12 Montgomery Drive Presents: Jacuzzi Boys and Country Westerns at the Conduit. Get your tickets now! Possessed by Paul James January 12 Possessed by Paul James performs LIVE on Friday, January 12. Get tickets now. Strangelove: The Depeche Mode Experience January 12 Heroes Live Entertainment presents Strangelove–The DEPECHE MODE Experience + Electric Duke (tribute to David Bowie) at The Abbey! Judy Collins January 12 Judy Collins is coming to The Plaza Live. See her perform live. Get your tickets now!. What a Time to Be Alive (Your Art is Trash) January 12 What A Time To Be Alive (Your Art Is Trash) - The Art of Luce Sky and Heidiisthenaysayer @ Lil' Indie's on January 12th, 2024. 21+. Free. 6pm-8pm. Winter Garden Friday on the Plaza Every Friday Come enjoy live music every Friday night on the Plaza, at Downtown Winter Garden, Centennial Plaza Gazebo. Dockside Dueling Pianos Every Friday Enjoy nonstop live piano music every Friday night at The Wharf at Sunset Walk with late-night food and drink menu. Ole Red's Honky-Tonk Nights Every Friday and Saturday Strap on those boots and grab your cowboy hat for one of the most boot scootin’ nights of your life at Ole Red’s live music honky-tonk dance party every Friday and Saturday nights starting at 9 pm. Every weekend Ole Red turns up the live music for dancing and plenty of signature drinks to put a boogie in your step. Wall Street Plaza Block Party Every Friday and Saturday Every Friday and Saturday night Wall St. Plaza takes over 2 city streets and throws the ultimate Block Party! Under the night sky and market lights you'll find 7 venues, outdoor bars, patio seating, Palm trees, DJ's, bands and more. This is the place to be in Downtown Orlando every weekend. SATURDAY, JANUARY 13, 2024 Orlando Phil presents Rachmaninoff & Raveln January 13 - 14 Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra presents Ravel’s homage-with-a-twist to Johann Strauss, Jr. , and Rachmaninoff’s kaleidoscopic Symphonic Dances, get tickets now for this concert at Dr Phillips Center. Club 90s Present Bad Bunny Night January 13 Club 90s Present Bad Bunny Night (18+) comes to House of Blues Orlando. Get your tickets now! Green Velvet Presents: LALALAND January 13 Green Velvet Presents: LALALAND at Celine Orlando. Get your tickets now! 18+ JK and The Contraband January 13 JK and The Contraband LIVE at Lil' Indie's. Free, 21+, 6.30 - 10 pm. Live at Timucua: Nate Chivers Solo Set January 13 Nate Chivers performs his own original compositions on the electric guitar. Drawing from Classical, Pop, Jazz and Rock music, he uses an unorthodox approach to the guitar that he has developed over the last 5 years. This will be a unique experience for anyone interested in new approaches to the electric guitar, get tickets now. Our Escape, You Vandal, Wes Hoffman & Friends January 13 Our Escape, You Vandal, Wes Hoffman & Friends, and Petty Thefts lie at Will's Pub. Get tickets now. Robots Are Dix January 13 Join Robots Are Dix with special guests Haze Over Hollywood and Catapult Rides at The Abbey January 13! 18+ Get tickets now. Mason Jennings January 13 Mason Jennings comes to The Social. Get your tickets now! 12+ Snakehips with special guest Shallou January 13 Snakehips comes to The Vanguard in downtown Orlando. Get your tickets now! The Steel Crows Album Release Show January 13 The Steel Crows Album Release Show w/ The Pheromones, Little Lazy, and The Osceola Brothers in Orlando. Get your tickets! Ole Red's Honky-Tonk Nights Every Friday and Saturday Strap on those boots and grab your cowboy hat for one of the most boot scootin’ nights of your life at Ole Red’s live music honky-tonk dance party every Friday and Saturday nights starting at 9 pm. Every weekend Ole Red turns up the live music for dancing and plenty of signature drinks to put a boogie in your step. Wall Street Plaza Block Party Every Friday and Saturday, 9pm - 2am Every Friday and Saturday night Wall St. Plaza takes over 2 city streets and throws the ultimate Block Party! Under the night sky and market lights you'll find 7 venues, outdoor bars, patio seating, Palm trees, DJ's, bands and more. This is the place to be in Downtown Orlando every weekend. 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! Weekends of Live Music at The Pub Orlando Every Saturday and Sunday The Pub Orlando at The Pointe Orlando offers free live music every Saturday and Sunday from 5 pm - 12 am . Live Acoustic Music at Hard Rock Live Every Saturday and Sunday Enjoy live music on the Rock Bar Patio Friday & Saturday nights from 7 pm - 10 pm at Hard Rock Live Orlando. SUNDAY, JANUARY 14, 2024 Orlando Phil presents Rachmaninoff & Raveln January 13 - 14 Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra presents Ravel’s homage-with-a-twist to Johann Strauss, Jr. , and Rachmaninoff’s kaleidoscopic Symphonic Dances, get tickets now for this concert at Dr Phillips Center. Odd Eye Circle January 14 Odd Eye Circlue perform liva at Hard Rock Live Orlando. Tickets. Greensky Bluegrass January 14 Catch Greensky Bluegrass live at House of Blues Orlando. Tickets. CANNIBAL KIDS, Mirror Parts, PM, Tiger, Feel Real January 14 Glory Days Presents! Sunday, January 14th CANNIBAL KIDS Mirror Parts PM Tiger Feel Real. Get tickets now. Music at the Casa: Blue Bamboo Presents Cigano Swing January 14 Blue Bamboo Center for the Arts partners with the historic venue Casa Feliz to present a monthly FREE series of concerts "Music at the Casa"! Whatever you 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. To list your events and feature your business on Gotta Go Orlando, learn more about advertising with us and submit your Orlando events here. To keep up to date with the latest news in Orlando, sign up for the the Gotta Go Orlando Newsletter and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. For the latest events and things to do 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 all the latest Orlando Theme Park News click here, and for the latest Attractions News click here, plus check out our daily updated guides to the Theme Park's: Walt Disney World News, Universal Orlando Resort News, SeaWorld Orlando News, LEGOLAND Florida News, and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. For the latest Orlando Entertainment News, check out our daily updated news pages: Entertainment News, Live Music & Concerts News, Events & Festival News, Theater & The Visual Arts News, Bar, Club & Nightlife News, and Food & Drink News. 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.