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This special ticketed engagement will allow a very limited number of haunt fans early entrance, refreshments, a silent auction of horror memorabilia, a panel hosted by Haunted Attractions Network, front of the line access, and a rare photo op with Sir Henry. The one of a kind outdoor haunted attraction, Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail is celebrating 10 seasons of horror this spooky season. From its humble origins as an outdoor trail in Plant City, Florida, a legendary scream park has emerged. This multi-attraction destination has captivated thrill-seekers and inspired podcasts, books, and even a film, and now guests are invited to enjoy a VIP experience at Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail on Saturday November 4th, 2023, to celebrate Sir Henry’s Dark Legacy. You’ll get to hear from founder Zach Glaros during a panel, access to a silent auction with proceeds going to Give Kids the World, and get exclusive photo moments with Sir Henry himself! The VIP Experience costs $75, and includes 1 front of the line entry to each attraction (3 haunted trails and haunted hayride). This ticket allows for unlimited entries into the general admission line for each of the three haunted trails. Don’t miss out - grab your tickets now for the Ultimate Sir Henry's Fan Experience. 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.

It's Halloween weekend and with no shortage of spooky 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 27, 2023 Saturday, October 28, 2023 Sunday, October 29, 2023 FEATURED EVENT Haunted Holiday Light Show at ICON Park Now - October 31 Gather outdoors on The Lawn at ICON Park to be immersed in The Wheel’s popular annual light and fog show, as 64,000 LED lights dance 400 ft. in the air while fog drifts across the lawn at your feet. Shows will take place nightly, now through Tuesday, October 31st. Sundays through Thursdays, 8:30 p.m. / Fridays and Saturdays, 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. Plus, throughout October, the 400-foot Wheel is the ultimate Orlando Halloween photo spot for selfies, as it illuminates the skyline with a magnificent color-scape of orange, purple, green and red lights. Enjoy the show free of charge, plus ICON Park offers free parking too! FRIDAY OCTOBER 27, 2023 The City of Tavares Annual BOO! Festival October 27, 2023 The City of Tavares Annual BOO! Festival will be held on Friday, October 27th in downtown Tavares. The family-friendly event features a large Trunk-or-Treat with tons of free candy, live DJ music, food vendors, a Creepy Tent for kids, a Costume Contest, a movie in the park, and more! Ocoee Halloween Howl-Night October 27, 2023 The parks and Recreation Department will host Halloween Howl Night event on October 27th, 2023 from 6pm - 9pm. Oviedo Mall Halloween Sip & Shop October 27, 2023 This Halloween, Oviedo Mall answers the question, "what if there was trick or treating for adults?" Join Oviedo Mall for a Halloween Sip & Shop event with a spooky twist. Take a food and wine stroll around the mall while enjoying live entertainment, spooky photo ops and much more. Come dressed in your spooky best and receive a special prize (while supplies last) (For the safety of all participants, no full face masks are allowed) Boo on Broadway October 27, 2023 It's the most spookiest time of the year! Get your costumes out and bring the cobwebs with you to Historic Downtown Kissimmee for Boo on Broadway. Dress up and make your way through Broadway to collect candy , visit the adventures in Booville, witness the Great Kissimmee Case Race, see stilt walkers, dancers and more! Free event. Misfit Exchange: Weirdo Market and Movie Night Friday, October 27, 2023 Head to Ivanhoe Park Brewery for the Misfit Exchange with 15 Local Alternative Shops & Artisans, Double Feature Sit-In Movie, Local Florida Food Pop-Ups. Halloween Orlando Critical Mass! Friday, October 27, 2023 Meet Orlando Critical Mass for a spooky time on a relaxed pace ride! All skill levels welcome! Lights and helmets suggested. Costume contest for best rider and best decorated bike. Free candy while supplies last. Fall Family Night Friday, October 27, 2023 Join Bible Center of Orlando for Fall Family Night at the Walt Disney Amphitheater at Lake Eola! Get ready for a night of inspiration, community, and fun! This event is the perfect opportunity to come together for an unforgettable evening under the stars. This is a FREE event for the entire community. No tickets or reservations needed—just bring your family, your friends, and your smiles! Elev8 Fun Family Night Friday, October 27, 2023 Ladies 327 is cohosting an event with Elev8 Fun for a night of fun, for the kids to come out and enjoy. There will be lots of activities for the kids including face painting, fishing, special treat vendors, and more on the outside while introducing their guests to all the fun activities inside Elev8. 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 28, 2023 Trick or Treat Safe Zone October 28, 2023 Dress up and trick or treat at Orlando Public Library and Orange County Regional History Center on Saturday, October 28, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Create creepy crafts and complete a scavenger hunt! Recommended for families with children 0-12. Click here for details. Trunk or Treat at Aloma Bowl October 28, 2023 Aloma Bowl is putting the spooks and scares in strikes and spares with a Halloween event the entire family can enjoy. The entertainment center is hosting the popular Trunk or Treat event on Saturday, Oct. 28. from 1 to 3 p.m. Guests can sign up in advance to bring their decorated car. Every car entry will receive a “ghoulish gift” and have the chance to take home the $250 prize. Anyone can stop by day-of for an afternoon of games, activities, prizes, candy, costumes and the chance to decorate a bowling pin. Trunk or Treat at Airport Lanes October 28, 2023 Airport Lanes is putting the spooks and scares in strikes and spares with a Halloween event the entire family can enjoy. Guests can sign up in advance to bring their decorated car. Every car entry will receive a “ghoulish gift” and have the chance to take home the $250 prize. Anyone can stop by day-of for an afternoon of games, activities, prizes, candy, costumes and the chance to decorate a bowling pin. The event is free and open to the public. After guests enjoy the fun, they can also stop inside to check out the venues’ bowling, food and beverage and variety of games for all ages. Lake Nona Graveyard Smash October 28, 2023 Come to the Lake Nona Graveyard Smash, as it’s time to celebrate Halloween with spooky entertainment, trick or treat stations, inflatable courses, face paint, and thrilling music. This event will definitely give you chills! A Haunting Weekend at the Seminole Towne Center October 28 - 29, 2023 Jin this free event at Seminole Towne Center for Ghost Tours, Trick Or Treat, Kids Zone: Indoor Movies, Bounce Houses & Kid Friendly Activities Downtown Avalon Park Spooktacular October 28, 2023 For Halloween, Downtown Avalon Park pulls out all the stops and throw a family-friendly Spooktacular trick or treat in the heart of the community. Trunk Or Treat Car Show October 28, 2023 Join the FREE spooky fun at the 4th Annual Promenade at Sunset Walk - Halloween Kid's Trick or Treating, Trunk or Treat Car & Truck Show. Enjoy spook-tacular live entertainment from The Layla Bribois Band, DJ K1X, street performers, and over 2 dozen candy stations. Plus, more than 100 Show Cars & Trucks will also be distributing Treats and Competing for the Top 3 Merchant's Choice Trophies for Best Halloween Themed Rides! Vegan Halloween Bash October 28, 2023 Enjoy the spooktacular Vegan Halloween Bash! Get ready for a frightfully fun event filled with delicious plant-based treats, creepy costumes, and ghoulish games. Embrace the spirit of Halloween while enjoying a variety of mouthwatering vegan dishes. Indulge in spooky snacks, devilish desserts, and refreshing drinks, all made with love and without any animal products. Whether you're a vegan or simply curious about plant-based options, this event is for you! Don't miss out on the thrilling activities. Test your bravery in a dance off, try your luck at bobbing for apples, or dare to enter the costume contest. There will be something for everyone to enjoy! 3rd Annual Fall Family Fun Day October 28, 2023 Enjoy a day of family fun at the 3rd Annual Fall Family Fun Day in Deland. There will be something for everyone and admission is free. There will be a variety of vendors to help you start on some Christmas shopping. In addition there will be various family and special needs resource vendors to share information about their organization/businesses and services provided. While visiting the vendors the kids can do some booth or treating and make sure to vote for the best decorated booth. Live music by Kool Vibes will begin at noon after the costume contest. Make sure to bring an appetite and visit the selection of food trucks. There will be face painter, activities. Wekiva Island Annual Halloween Party & Costume October 28, 2023 Looking for Halloween plans? Head to Wekiva Island for their annual Halloween party and costume contest. Dress to impress for a chance to win prizes and enjoy live music by The Hindu Cowboys! Eolaween Saturday, October 28, 2023 Looking for a spooktacular evening of family friendly fun? Join Downtown Orlando on Saturday, October 28, from 4 pm - 10 pm at Lake Eola's East Lawn by the Eola House! Eolaween promises a bewitching time with a lineup of exciting activities, including games, a DJ, a craft station to awaken your artistic spirit, and a thrilling costume contest for all ages. Plus, capture memories at our photo stations and don't miss the Halloween movie feature, “Ghostbusters," once darkness falls Annual CFW Trunk or Treat Event! October 28, 2023 Get ready for an enchanting evening of Halloween fun at the Trunk or Treat Event presented by the Curry Ford West Main Street District! Bring your family, friends, and even your furry pals for a ghoulishly good time. City of Apopka Halloween in the Park October 28, 2023 This is a free family-friendly Trick-or-Treating event with kid activities, vendors, and more. Kid activities include: Face painting, bounce houses, costume contests (by age groups), photos with our First Responders from the Apopka Police Department and Apopka Fire Department, and more! This is a fun & safe trick or treat alternative for the children of Apopka. Local businesses and organizations will be handing out individually wrapped candy or small toys/prizes to the children in attendance. Prize ribbons will be given to the top 3 best decorated/themed booths. (Not too scary, please!) Downtown Clermont Harvest Festival October 28, 2023 From a charming pumpkin patch and an exciting kids’ zone to the groovy beats of live music and the cutest pet costume contest, Downtown Clermont Harvest Festival is designed to make you smile. Don’t miss out on the kids’ costume contests, mouthwatering fall treats, and much more! Best of all, this incredible experience comes to you absolutely free 38th Annual Mount Dora Craft Fair October 28 - October 29, 2023 The downtown streets come alive with almost 400 of the best exhibitors in the country ready to show and sell their fine and fun crafts. Festival food, music, beer, wine, cocktails and some special guest appearances. Get details. 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 29, 2023 A Haunting Weekend at the Seminole Towne Center October 28 - 29, 2023 Jin this free event at Seminole Towne Center for Ghost Tours, Trick Or Treat, Kids Zone: Indoor Movies, Bounce Houses & Kid Friendly Activities. Barktoberfest Sunday, October 29, 2023 Orange County Animal Services will host the 10th Annual Barktoberfest later this month, when the fun and free event returns to Lake Eola Park, N Eola Ave, Orlando, on Sunday, October 29, 2023 from 12 pm - 4 pm! Barktoberfest is the shelter’s rescue appreciation event that serves to celebrate the partnership between OCAS and the rescue community. Animal Services currently works with more than 80 rescue groups across the state that aid in the recovery and adoption of homeless animals. Many of these pets will be present at Barktoberfest and available for adoption through the individual rescue groups. 38th Annual Mount Dora Craft Fair October 28 - October 29, 2023 The downtown streets come alive with almost 400 of the best exhibitors in the country ready to show and sell their fine and fun crafts. Festival food, music, beer, wine, cocktails and some special guest appearances. Get details. 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! For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

The clean and relatable comic Nate Bargatze is bringing all new material to Orlando's Amway Center. Stand-up comedian Nate Bargatze brings all new material to Amway Center during The Be Funny Tour on February 17, 2024 Mark your calendars, tickets go on sale this Friday, October 27 at 10 am. Get more info here. Bargatze is a renowned American stand-up comedian known for his sharp wit and relatable humor. With a down-to-earth style, he effortlessly navigates everyday life and shares hilarious anecdotes about his experiences. Nate's comedy has resonated with audiences across the nation, earning him a dedicated following and numerous appearances on popular late-night shows. His unique blend of storytelling and observational comedy has made him a beloved figure in the world of stand-up comedy. For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

Reconnect with your most unbridled self when Grace Potter takes to the stage at House of Blues Orlando as part of her Mother Road Tour. Singer-songwriter and musician, Grace Potter has announced new full-band tour dates in January and February as she continues to promote her highly acclaimed album Mother Road which was released in August. Grace will take to the stage at House of Blues Orlando on Friday, February 2. Tickets are on sale Friday, October 27 at 12 pm, with a Live Nation Presale from Wednesday, October 25 at 10 am. (Code: VOCALS) Get tickets now. Back in summer 2021, Grace Potter took off on a solo cross-country road trip that would soon bring a life-saving reconnection with her most unbridled self. Heading out on Route 66 from her home in Topanga Canyon, the Vermont-born artist spent the coming weeks crashing in roadside motels and taking time each night to deliriously transcribe the song ideas she’d dreamed up behind the wheel, often scrawling those notes onto the backs of postcards and motel notepads. After completing two more trips across the U.S. on her own—and partly navigating her way with the help of hand-drawn maps from self-styled historians of Route 66—Potter flew to Nashville for a series of recording sessions that quickly gave way to her most magnificently unfettered collection of songs to date. Equal parts fearlessly raw memoir and carnivalesque fable, the result is a body of work that goes far beyond the typical album experience to deliver something much more all-enveloping: the original motion picture soundtrack to a profoundly transformative moment in Potter’s life, a fantastically twisted odyssey populated by the hitchhikers and outlaws and other lifelong wanderers who roam through the wonderland of her psyche. The follow-up to Daylight—a 2019 release that earned GRAMMY nominations for Best Rock Album, and Best Rock Performance—Mother Road marks the start of a thrilling new era of a career that’s included turning out seven acclaimed albums, sharing the stage with the likes of The Rolling Stones, Robert Plant, and the Allman Brothers Band, and playing nearly every major music festival (in addition to launching her own festival, Burlington’s Grand Point North). Over the course of its 10 larger-than-life tracks, the album fuses elements of soul, blues, country, and timeless rock-and-roll with masterful abandon, thanks to the vibrant musicianship of Potter and her collaborators: legendary keyboardist Benmont Tench, guitarist Nick Bockrath (Cage The Elephant), bassist Tim Deaux (The Whigs, Kings Of Leon), pedal-steel guitarist Dan Kalisher (Fitz And The Tantrums, Noah Cyrus), Potter’s longtime drummer Matt Musty, and her husband Eric Valentine (a multi-instrumentalist who plays everything from African lute to synth bass on Mother Road). Even in Mother Road’s most outrageous moments, Potter infuses her songwriting with essential insight into the endless nuances of life and love and belonging. True to the cinematic nature of Mother Road’s storytelling, she’s also immersed herself in creating the album’s elaborate visual components, an undertaking that’s involved expanding her talents as a filmmaker and multimedia artist. And after thousands of miles on the road, countless nights at seedy motels, and a heartrending return home, Potter has made her way to the kind of creative freedom that leaves both artist and audience indelibly altered—a freedom that’s undeniably led to her masterpiece. For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

Grab your squad, put on some acid-washed jeans, and go back to the 90's at House of Blues Orlando. Saved By The 90's are BACK rockin’ at House of Blues Orlando on Friday, January 5. Tickets on sale Friday,, October 27 at 10A am, with a Live Nation Presale , October 25, at 10 am (Code: VOCALS). Get tickets here. Come sing all your favorite 90s rock, pop, hip hop and No Doubt songs, as Saved By The 90's jam out to all your favorite 90's tunes For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

Get ready to be excited as legendary bands Descendents, Circle Jerks and Adolescents have just unveiled a highly anticipated Spring US 2024 tour. A powerhouse lineup of punk rock legends will take to the stage at House Of Bues Orlando on arch 31, 2024. In what promises to be a memorable night of nostalgia and adrenaline, fans can look forward to a raucous performance and timeless hits, when the tour hits the House of Blues Orlando on March 31, 2023. Tickets on sale Friday, October 27 at 10 am with a Live Nation Presale from Thursday, October 26 at 10 am. (Code: VOCALS) Get tickets here. For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

Malaysian Chinese comedian and actor, Ronny Chieng announces The Love To Hate It Tour and it's coming to Orlando! The Daily Show correspondent and hilarious stand-up comedian Ronny Chieng has announced that he is hitting the road in 2024 on The Love to Hate It Tour. This multi-city tour will begin on Jan. 12 in Indianapolis before making stops in Cincinnati, New York, Philadelphia and here in Orlando, when Chieng will take to the stage at Hard Rock Live Orlando on February 17, 2024! Tickets on sale Friday, October 27 at 10 am, Get tickets at Ticketmaster. Ronny Chieng is a stand up comedian, actor and Correspondent on 'The Daily Show'. He starred in 'Crazy Rich Asians', Marvel's 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings', Disney's 'Doogie Kamealoha, M.D.', NBC's 'Young Rock' and 'M3GAN'. He has two stand up comedy specials on Netflix. He will next be seen in the Disney Plus series 'American Born Chinese' and Hulu’s upcoming series 'Interior Chinatown'. For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

FIT FOR A KING and THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA have announced a winter 2024 extension of their successful Metalcore Dropouts Tour, and it includes a stop here in Orlando. Get ready to rock out to FIT FOR A KING and THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA, who have announced a winter run of shows in their co-headlining Metalcore Dropouts Tour. The fall 2023 tour only wrapped up last week and the co-headline had such a great that they have signed up for a near 30 date winter tour. The "Metalcore Dropouts 2nd Semester" tour finds COUNTERPARTS returning as support, along with AVOID as openers. The tour will stop at House of Blues Orlando on February 4, with tickets on sale Friday, October 27 at 10 am, with a Live Nation Presale happening now. (Code: VOCALS). Get tickets now. "When the 'Metalcore Dropouts' tour started out with such a bang, we knew we had to keep the party going for all of the cities that we missed along the way," says THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA's Jeremy DePoyster. "The shows have been absolutely psychotic and the hangs have been even better, and we are thrilled to be able to bring our buddies in AVOID along this time. These have been the best THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA shows of our career, and the energy is pure chaos, insanity, and fun. The 'Second Semester' will be nonstop mayhem across North America — do NOT miss this tour!" FIT FOR A KING's Ryan Kirby added: "Our time on 'Metalcore Dropouts' was so incredible that we wanted to bring the show to even more cities. So behold… the second semester!" For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

Walt Disney World has revealed that The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts will make a welcome return on January 12 , 2024. Walt Disney World have announced that the much loved start to the new year, The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts returns January 12, and will continue until February 19, 2024. Experience the culinary arts through creative food and drinks at this fun festival, with the popular Disney on Broadway concert series also returning in 2024. While Walt Disney World have shared very few details, they do promise to share more details soon... For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

The Eagles have added a stop in Hollywood, Florida on their "The Long Goodbye" tour, with a 2024 date at "The Guitar Hotel", Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. After more than 50 years of touring, and consistently selling out arenas and stadiums worldwide, the Eagles are currently on the road with The Long Goodbye tour, which is the band’s final tour. Thirteen shows were initially announced, with the tour kicking off on September 7, 2023, in New York. The iconic band, Don Henley, Joe Walsh, Timothy B. Schmit, with Vince Gill and Deacon Frey have said that they will perform as many shows in each market as their audience demands, with the tour expected to continue into 2025. And now, another six dates have been added to the tour including a date at at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, FL on March 1, 2024 with special guests Steeley Dan. The social media pre-sale is Wednesday, November 1 at 10am with Password | HOTEL Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, November 3 at 10am. Click here for details. Over the band’s more than 50 years of touring, the Eagles have performed more than 1,000 concerts around the world, accounting for more than 15 million tickets. Eagles’ tours have consistently ranked in the Top 10 of both concert industry publications, Billboard and Pollstar. In the Fall of 1971, the Eagles formed, pioneered, and personified a uniquely American musical style blending country, folk, R&B, rock, and pop sensibilities, and would go onto become one of the most creatively and commercially successful bands of all time. In today’s faddish, fractured, rock landscape, the Eagles retain an appeal that transcends both generation and genre, cementing the band’s role as enduring musical icons. The Eagles have sold more than 150 million albums worldwide, scored six #1 albums, and topped the singles charts five times. They earned six GRAMMY Awards, were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1998, in their very first year of eligibility, and received the Kennedy Center Honors in 2016. The band’s Greatest Hits 1971-1977 is the best-selling album in history, with the RIAA certifying the collection at 38-times Platinum. Hotel California is the third best-selling U.S. album in history, certified 26-times Platinum. After its release in 1976, it topped the charts and earned two GRAMMY Awards for “New Kid In Town” and “Hotel California.” For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

EPCOT transforms into classroom for “National Go on a Field Trip Month,” students discover how innovative technologies power Disney storytelling through STEM. Walt Disney World hosted students from Evans High School in Orlando for a learning experience focused on innovation at EPCOT for “National Go on a Field Trip Month,” the resort’s latest initiative investing in Florida schools and students. During the workshop hosted by Disney Imagination Campus, students learned how Disney Imagineers apply technology and real-world STEM concepts to theme parks and attractions in distinctly Disney ways. “When students can take what they are learning in the classroom and apply these concepts in the real world, it helps them create meaningful connections and gain a better understanding of why this is important and valuable,” said Kelly Astro, Community Partnership School Director at Evans High School. “By providing these opportunities for students, Walt Disney World allows students to witness first-hand how the skills they are introduced to in the classroom play a role in theme park operations, while also introducing them to the myriad of careers that exist in these areas.” Disney Imagination Campus hosts a collection of educational and performing arts experiences at Disney Parks year-round designed to inspire the next generation of storytellers and leaders – like the Technology of Disney Parks workshop. Led by a trained facilitator, the workshop gave students a peek behind the magic of EPCOT attractions. Throughout the experience, students discovered how the integration of technology and mechanical systems is vital to creating immersive stories. They also engaged with models and prototypes based on Soarin’ and got an up-close look at Audio-Animatronics from the park. The concepts displayed showcased the progression, development and various technologies used to design and operate these popular attractions. “A field trip to Walt Disney World Resort is not your average field trip – it’s an educational experience unlike any other because it takes place in the living laboratories of our theme parks,” said Charles Thomas, Director of Disney Imagination Campus. “Our goal is for students to see first-hand how science and technology work to create some of their favorite attractions. We hope the local Florida students who participated in the Technology of Disney Parks workshop left with lasting memories and inspiration as they embark on their future careers.” This is all part of the company’s Disney Future Storytellers initiative, ways Disney is empowering the next generation of storytellers and innovators to dream about their futures and build their talents and skills. Disney is committed to the Central Florida community and its residents through a variety of outreach programs and community investments. Some recent community efforts include: Announcing a new $1.5 million donation to 15+ Florida nonprofits Investing in Florida schools and students with a $125,000 donation Funding the new “Rock Star Robotics Center” at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida – Walt Disney World Clubhouse Raising more than $115,000 for Junior Achievement of Central Florida during its annual Bowl-A-Thon event. Donating $100,000 to help enhance STEM education in Orange County Public Schools. Donating $20K worth of gardening supplies to Lake Silver Elementary in Orange County to help the school become a Green STEM Academy. To learn more about the other ways Disney is making positive impacts in Florida, visit DisneyFlorida.com. For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

Now through December 31; Guests play at any ICON Park attraction and receive delicious FREE pulled pork sliders from Brother Jimmy’s BBQ. To celebrate fall gatherings with friends and family, ICON Park in Orlando is offering free Southern BBQ for all guests who come play at the entertainment destination’s famous attractions and fun activities. Now through Dec. 31, guests who visit any of ICON Park’s eight attractions and game rooms can show their same-day receipt and receive a FREE order of BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders from Brother Jimmy’s BBQ, a Southern scratch kitchen (one per party, dine-in only). The signature appetizer includes three sliders piled high with award-winning, North Carolina-style pulled pork, made from scratch and smoked in-house for 16 hours, inside pillowy, soft buns. “There is no greater season than fall to extend Southern hospitality, and we’re excited to offer a free taste of our famous Carolina BBQ to all guests who come out and play with our neighboring ICON Park attractions,” said Mike Daquino, owner and operator of Brother Jimmy’s at ICON Park. Guests can choose from any eight attractions in the 20-acre complex for the free special — with choices for kids and adults alike — including soaring 400 ft. high on The Wheel, coming face-to-face underwater with marine life, posing with famous wax celebrities, playing in escape rooms, virtual reality experiences and axe throwing games, riding an exquisite carousel or boarding a miniature train. Participating attractions include: The Wheel, with its 400 ft. views across Florida The Carousel on the Promenade Museum of Illusions Orlando Max Action Arena Madame Tussauds Wax Museum SEA LIFE Aquarium In the Game/7D Motion Theater Pearl Express Train Brother Jimmy’s BBQ, the Southern scratch kitchen Brother Jimmy’s was founded 35 years ago in New York City, with the mission to spread the gospel of real Southern BBQ and warm Southern hospitality to new audiences. The legendary institution moved to Orlando just last year to expand its ability to share Southern scratch cooking with the world on an even larger scale. The restaurant is famous for its slow-cooked North Carolina BBQ and making every single dish from scratch daily, in its on-site kitchen with the original recipe book. Over 100+ recipes are followed to create each sauce, side dish, smoked meat and dessert the restaurant serves. “In the spirit of true Southern hospitality, we proudly make every dish we serve from scratch,” said Daquino. “There are no frozen or pre-made foods. We like to say the only thing we don’t make ourselves are the Oreos, although we do coat them with our own sweet batter recipe before deep-frying!” In addition to the signature BBQ sliders, other popular dishes include: St. Louis-style jumbo ribs (rubbed with 21 spices, smoked for 11 hours) Competition-winning Black Angus brisket (smoked for 14 hours) “Grilled Mac-and-Cheese and Smoked BBQ” sandwich on Texas Toast Homemade sides and appetizers include favorites like fried pickles, hand-cut fries loaded with cheese and smoked BBQ meats, hushpuppies with maple butter, and crispy cauliflower roasted with buffalo sauce. Committed to uniting families and friends with Southern hospitality in an affordable way the restaurant also offers free meals from the children’s menu for kids 10 and under with the purchase of an adult entrée, all day, every day. For adults, the bar offers plenty of Southern spirits including Mason Jar Cocktails, Swamp Water and Trashcan Punch, and airs live football games every weekend with half-price wings and half-price pitchers of Brother Jimmy’s custom ale (every Saturday and Sunday, from noon to 8 p.m. at the bar). To learn more about Brother Jimmy’s at ICON Park, click here. For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!