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Despite ticket sales getting off to a very slow start for the Disney After Hours event at EPCOT, all dates are now sold out. Disney After Hours at EPCOT has now sold out, with the final date August 24, being the last date available, now sold out. The After Hours events began back on June 1 at Epcot, and has for the most part, received a lukewarm response. This is the first time that Disney After Hours has taken place at EPCOT, and over the course of the twelve events, only five have actually sold out! This specially ticketed experience occurs after the gates close for the night, extending access to attractions, with early entry into the park beginning at 7 pm. The number of tickets for these events is limited, which means lower wait times for some of your favorite attractions. During the event you can experience EPCOT for three hours after the gates close and get access to attractions, like Frozen Ever After, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. You also get ice cream novelties, popcorn and select beverages—all included in the cost of this ticketed event—available at carts throughout the park. Event tickets for EPCOT range from $75 to $149 (plus tax). 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. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: 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

Bad news, as there will be no more Publix Hurricane Cakes to see us through a hurricane as we hunker down. A long-time tradition for many of us Central Floridian's as a hurricane approaches, is heading to Publix for hurricane supplies before hunkering down to see out the storm... Water, chips, batteries, bread, toilet roll, fruit, pasta, oh and a hurricane cake, or a giant "go away hurricane" chocolate chip cookie, or both!! We'll not this year, as Publix have announced that they will not make, bake or sell hurricane cakes ever again. This follows criticism of the Lakeland-based grocery chain after the company was vilified on social media as photos of hurricane-themed cakes from Publix bakeries went viral last year as the monster storm, Hurricane Ian approached Florida. Ian struck Southwest Florida on Sept. 28, 2022, as a major hurricane, causing devastation across many coastal areas of south west Florida. Hurricane Ian tied for the fifth-strongest hurricane ever to make landfall in the U.S., and the name Ian was retired from the list of storm names, due to the huge trail of destruction and loss of life caused. In September 2022, as Hurricane Ian approached, Publix issued a statement about hurricane-themed cakes in response to the criticism of the grocery chains Hurricane Cakes: "We appreciate your reaching out regarding decorated cakes from our bakery departments. Our associates make every effort to support our customers during weather events. Often times, this includes finding ways to delight them with their favorite Publix items as they prepare for uncertainty. For these requests in particular, it is our company policy to not produce bakery cakes that would make light of a natural disaster. We have sent communications to our stores reminding them of our policy. We regret if a store has not followed policy, and we are working to rectify the situation.Our priority remains taking care of our customers, associates and communities as we prepare and respond to Hurricane Ian.” Now, according to News 6, the decision still stands, and the decision was made to avoid potentially downplaying natural disasters. So no more hurricane cakes, sorry folks! 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. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: 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

The chefs are ready. The tables are set. And you are invited to experience Orlando’s acclaimed culinary scene during Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining. For the past 17 years, locals and visitors alike have enjoyed Visit Orlando's multi-month Magical Dining, a popular event that celebrates Orlando eateries. Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining is back, celebrating its 18th year from Aug. 18 through Oct. 1, 2023 — six full weeks and 45 delicious days! With more than 115 of Orlando’s best restaurants serving up three-course prix-fixe menus for either $40 or $60, as part of a new tiered menu system, Magical Dining is a great way to get out and explore Orlando's vibrant dining scene and discover new favorites for a really great price. This year’s roster brings 16 new restaurants to the dining program, as well as seven restaurants recognized by the MICHELIN Guide. Visit Orlando’s Magical Nights is also back this year, encouraging diners to turn their night on the town into an affordable, end-of-the-summer Orlando staycation with special savings and offers. “In our 18th year, it was time to recognize the incredible growth and range of Orlando’s culinary scene by expanding Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining with the debut of a $60 menu tier, in addition to the current $40 menu offerings,” said Casandra Matej, president & CEO of Visit Orlando. “We are also proud to announce our support for The Lifeboat Project, an organization shining a light on the dark realities of human trafficking. One dollar from each $40 menu and two dollars from each $60 menu will offer the opportunity for Magical Dining to have an even greater impact on our community.” You can check out the menus now at OrlandoMagicalDining.com, along with the opportunity to book reservations, filter and sort by menu tiers, dietary preferences, cuisine type and locations, and explore hotel offers as part of Visit Orlando’s Magical Nights. Additional menus and hotel deals will be added in the coming weeks. NEW AND NOTEWORTHY RESTAURANTS FOR 2023 The newest additions to Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining include: Amare at Swan Reserve ($40) Bella Tuscany Ristorante Italiano – Ocoee ($40) Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Orlando and Flamingo Crossing locations ($40) LakeHouse ($40) MYlounge Orlando ($60) North Italia ($40) Osphere Grill, Sushi and Bar ($40) Palate Bistro and Bar ($40) he Palm ($60) Park Avenue Tavern ($40) Salt & The Cellar ($60) The Wilson Cocktails & Seafood ($40). Additionally, seven restaurants recognized by the MICHELIN Guide are participating in this year’s program: AVA MediterrAegean ($60) BACÁN ($60) The Pinery ($40) Kabooki Sushi East Orlando ($40) Maxine’s on Shine ($40) The Ravenous Pig ($40) Z Asian – Vietnamese Kitchen ($40) MAGICAL NIGHTS STAYCATION HOTEL DEALS After enjoying a three-course meal at one of Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining restaurants, enjoy an overnight stay at one of the destination’s amenity-filled hotels and resorts providing special savings for locals and Florida residents. The Alfond Inn is offering a Magical Experience Package with one-night stay in a classic room, complimentary parking, champagne and a dinner for two at Hamilton’s Kitchen starting at $329 while properties like Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort, The Lake Nona Wave, Melia Orlando Celebration and the Wyndham Grande Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek are offering 20% off staycation savings. Additional hotel deals will be added in the coming weeks. Find offers here and book early to secure preferred dates. DINING FOR A CAUSE Each year, Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining selects nonprofit organizations making an impact on the Orlando community to serve as a charity beneficiary. With the new tiered concept, one dollar from each $40 meal and two dollars from each $60 meal will be donated to this year’s charity recipient, The Lifeboat Project, an organization raising awareness on the issue of human trafficking and empowering the lives of survivors through short and long-term aftercare, residential programs and education. To ensure this donation continues to make a widespread impact, Visit Orlando will also award a $2,000 donation to one local nonprofit in each of Orange County’s six commission districts that provide services and resources to survivors of abuse in Central Florida. The 2023 nonprofits are: Mustard Seed of Central Florida Nuevo Sendero One Heart for Women and Children Salvation Army Orlando Samaritan Village Wake Up Mentoring Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining has raised more than $2 million for local organizations since 2009. 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. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links. 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Welcome to another weekend of things to do here in Orlando, as always, we've selected the best events that are taking place throughout the weekend. Enjoy! The Best Things To Do In Orlando This Weekend! MULTI-DAY EVENTS The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Now - November 18, 2023 The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is dishing up delights at Walt Disney World Resort now through November 18, 2023. Get ready to sip and savor at more than 25 Global Marketplaces throughout EPCOT, including returning favorites such as The Fry Basket, Flavors from Fire, Canada, India and Spain. Several new Global Marketplaces will open later during the festival as summer turns to fall. The festival will also welcome back the popular Eat to the Beat Concert Series presented by Florida Blue Medicare at America Gardens Theatre. And don’t forget to commemorate your EPCOT visit by bringing festival magic home with official event merchandise including apparel, home décor, trading pins and more. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Now - November 1, 2023 Select Nights Get ready for a spooktacular celebration with plenty of tricks and treats when the series of parties kicks off this year on August 11, 2023 Enjoy spellbinding entertainment, favorite Disney characters dressed in their Halloween best and more, celebrate the most haunting time of the year at Walt Disney World Resort. This limited-capacity, nighttime eventallows guests to experience shorter wait times on attractions, themed food and beverage and more. SeaWorld Orlando Summer Spectacular Now - Monday, September 4, 2023 When the sun goes down, the night comes to life at SeaWorld’s Summer Spectacular! Stay late all summer to immerse yourself in exotic worlds of light and music and experience your favorite SeaWorld attractions in a whole new way. Dance the night away with world-class DJs for a family-friendly party beneath the waves. Then end the night with Ignite, a fireworks spectacular that brings the brilliance of the sea to the sky above. Put a charge in your summer at SeaWorld’s vibrant Summer Spectacular. Craft Beer Festival at SeaWorld Orlando Now - September 4, 2023 Recurring weekly on Sunday, Friday, Saturday SeaWorld is serving up an incredible party for craft beer lovers. SeaWorld’s Craft Beer Festival features more than 100 crafts brews, wines, seltzers, and cocktails. Sample an unbeatable mix of domestic and local Florida favorites. Plus savor more than 15 food items expertly paired to match your preferred brew. And to top it all off, festive entertainment will keep the party going all day long. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Bier Fest Now - September 4, 2023 Park guests can toast delicious brews and soar on epic thrill rides at Busch Gardens’ beer-inspired food festival. A slice of Bavaria returns to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay as the park celebrates its fan-favorite Bier Fest event, Friday – Sunday from July 21 through Sept. 4, including Labor Day. This popular event, now in its sixth consecutive year, allows guests to sip, sample and savor classic German flavors while enjoying tunes from rising local artists. Bier Fest is included with park admission. Food & Beverage available at an additional cost. Gaylord Palms Resort Summer Of More Now - September 4, 2023 Gaylord Palms Resort is inviting guests to a Summer of More with their regal court an band of spirited buccaneers for plenty of pirate and princess fun. Guests will find a treasure trove of shows and activities, hands-on experiences, fun-in-the- sun at Cypress Springs Water Park and pirate- and princess-themed décor across the 64-acre resort. During the event, families can create treasures in a craft clubhouse, look for jewels in a puzzle- filled escape room, stroll through remnants of a pirate galleon, embark on a plundering scavenger hunt, see a family films at the resort’s water park, and more. Visit Orlando Magical Dining Now - October 1, 2023 Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining is back, celebrating Orlando's eateries, now in its 18th year, locals and visitors alike love this event, which is on now through Oct. 1, 2023, offering 6 full weeks and 45 delicious days of amazing food at a bargain price! With more than 115 of Orlando’s best restaurants serving up three-course prix-fixe menus for either $40 or $60, as part of a new tiered menu system, Magical Dining is a great way to get out and explore Orlando's vibrant dining scene and discover new favorites for a really great price. This year’s roster brings 16 new restaurants to the dining program, as well as seven restaurants recognized by the MICHELIN Guide. Visit Orlando’s Magical Nights is also back, encouraging diners to turn their night on the town into an affordable, end-of-the-summer Orlando staycation with special savings and offers. Duel of Fools at SAK Comedy Lab Weekly, Every Friday, and Saturday This is SAK’s signature improv show! Two teams of professional improvisers compete for your laughs with audience judges selected at the start of the show. The actors make up songs, scenes and characters right in front of your eyes with the help of the audience’s suggestions and participation. Appropriate for all ages. 7 pm. King Of The Hill at SAK Comedy Lab Weekly, Every Friday, and Saturday In this knockdown, drag-out comedy battle, a cast of our professional performers pair up in teams of two and use audience suggestions to create scenes, songs and characters on the spot. After each round, the audience decides which team wins and which team loses. The winning team stays for the next round while the losers form new teams to dethrone the Kings. By the end there can only be one King of the Hill! 9 pm. GLO Summer Nights at Grande Lakes Orlando Every Saturday - September 2, 2023 Grande Lakes Orlando invites guests to celebrate the summer in style with the introduction of "GLO Summer Nights," an exhilarating seasonal celebration in honor of the resort's 20th anniversary. Boasting signature weekly fireworks displays in addition to spectacular glow-charged nights at the recently debuted Grande Lakes Waterpark, alongside an abundance of activations fit for every traveler, Grande Lakes Orlando has crafted a truly unforgettable summer experience all season long. Throughout the summer, Grande Lakes Orlando will play host to an array of experiences perfect for families and guests of all ages including dazzling fireworks displays that will take center stage every Saturday evening. Summertoberfest Every Saturday - September 2, 2023 Celebrate German culture at Summertoberfest at Krush Brau Park in Kissimmee. This is a lively event with music, food, and beer. Enjoy traditional tunes, dance, and modern performances. Indulge in bratwurst, pretzels, and more. Sip on authentic German beers. Family-friendly activities and contests included. Join us for a memorable day of joy and authentic German experiences. Prost! Honky Tonk Laundry Now - Sunday, August 27, 2023 Wash your cares away with this musical comedy full of country favorites from Carrie Underwood, Trisha Yearwood, Reba McEntire, Tammy Wynette, Loretta Lynn, Patsy Cline and more!When Lana Mae Hopkins, owner of the Wishy Washy Wahateria, hires Katie to help out, they soon find themselves up to their elbows in soap, suds and cheatin' hearts and turn their good ol' laundromat into a boot scootin' honky tonk! Get your tickets now for this foot tapping musical at Winter Park Playhouse now! Destination Days at ICON Park Now to Sunday, August 27, 2023 Recurring Weekly, Friday, Saturday To launch the new Great Florida Road Trip — an interactive camera game played aboard The Wheel that spotlights popular family vacation destinations across the state —Orlando’s ICON Park is partnering with destinations featured in the game to welcome their residents and celebrate their unique attributes. Each weekend will focus on a specific destination, celebrating its unique attractions, offering deals for its residents and sharing why these destinations are an important part of a Florida vacation with Orlando residents and tourists. Aug. 19 - 20: Ocala Days. Highlights: $10 tickets to The Wheel for guests from any zip code within that destination (regular price is $34.99). An education booth and videos in ICON Park from the destination CVBs, so guests can learn more about its unique attractions. Raffle to win a gift basket of prizes from the region such as a hotel stay, attraction tickets and more. 54 at The Ren Every Friday & Saturday - August 26, 2023 54 is the newest high-concept entertainment experience from Renaissance Theatre Company. Guests are encouraged to dress in theme and step into a re-imagination of the iconic nightclub from the 1970s. The live sound of modern disco fills the air. A colorful dance floor is open (when a cast of professional dancers isn't performing). High-end cocktails and mocktails are on-the-ready. Later, audiences can continue the party with 54 After-Hours, an elevated themed nightclub experience, also featuring nightly entertainment and a more classical 70s disco soundscape. Million Dollar Quartet Now - Sunday, August 20, 2023 Recurring weekly on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Orlando Shakes presents Million Dollar Quartet. Get your tickets now for Million Dollar Quartet– the Tony Award-nominated musical inspired by the true once-in-a-lifetime jam session between Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, and Carl Perkins in 1956! It was December 4th, 1956, and Sun Record Studios in Memphis, Tennessee was about to become the mecca of music for a magical moment in music history. Be witness to this true to life jam session – credited by many to be the direct influence of rock ‘n roll in the late 50s and 60s – between Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash and Carl Perkins! DL Hughley at Orlando Improv Comedy Club Friday, August 18 - Saturday, August 19, 2023 The Orlando Improv Comedy Club located at Pointe Orlando, is one of the premier live stand-up comedy clubs in Orlando. The Improv welcomes the biggest names in comedy to their stage as well as supporting our local talent here in Central Florida! A Little Night Music Friday, August 18 - Sunday, August 20, 2023 With beloved musical numbers, including “A Weekend In The Country” and “Send In The Clowns,” Central Florida Vocal Arts launches its eleventh season with Sondheim’s romantic comedy, A Little Night Music at Dr Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. America's Got Talent Star Tom Cotter Friday, August 18 - Sunday, August 20, 2023 Get ready to laugh your socks off! Enjoy a night of uproarious comedy starring America’s Got Talent Star Comedian TOM COTTER, and opener Rauce Padgett, 4-time Orlando Comedian of the Year and the voice behind "The Jim Colbert Show!” Get tickets now. The Orlando Boat Show Friday, August 18 - Sunday, August 20, 2023 The Orlando Boat Show features a wide variety of boats including bowriders, center consoles, deck boats, flats boats, freshwater fishing boats, jet boats, pontoons, and surf boats to fit any lifestyle and budget. Extra incentives are available only during the show from dealers and manufacturers such as extended warranties, service packages, waived dockage, enhanced electronics, and accessory packages. Ticket prices are $10 per person and are available for purchase online at https://orlandoboatshow.com/tickets or on the day. FRIDAY, AUGUST 18, 2023 Art After Dark at Lake Nona Weekly, Every Friday Every Friday night, Art After Dark takes over Lake Nona Town Center from 6 pm. Enjoy a stroll through our 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. Winter Garden Friday on the Plaza Weekly, Every Friday Come enjoy live music every Friday night on the Plaza, at Downtown Winter Garden, Centennial Plaza Gazebo. 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. Baylen Levine: The Never Grow Up Tour Friday, August 18, 2023 A hype, jammed packed night with Baylen Levine and crew!! Musical performances, pirate calls, audience participation and more! The Never Grow Up Show is an interactive experience with your favorite YouTuber like no other. Live at Hard Rock Live Orlando. Cash Cash Friday, August 18, 2023 Cash Cash comes to The Vanguard in downtown Orlando. Get your tickets now! 18+ Departure: Tribute To Journey Friday, August 18, 2023 Departure: Tribute To Journey comes to House of Blues Orlando. Get your tickets now! Tim Capello, C B Carlyle and the Desert Angels & Audromeda Friday, August 18, 2023 Tim Cappello from The Lost Boys performing LIVE at Will's Pub on August 18, 2023 at 8PM with C B Carlyle and the Desert Angels and Audromeda SATURDAY, AUGUST 19, 2023 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. 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. The event is free for participants and free for the public to attend. 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 11 am – 3 pm every Saturday! Show Car Saturday Nights at Promenade at Sunset Walk Weekly, Every Saturday The Promenade at Sunset Walk is home to Show Car Saturday Nights. All makes and models are welcome and displayed along Margaritaville Boulevard. Car enthusiasts will enjoy the music of DJ Scotty B while admiring an amazing collection of classic to modern automobiles, with live bands performing on the Promenade Plaza Stage nightly. Classic Albums Live: Billy Joel's 'The Stranger Saturday, August 19, 2023 Classic Albums Live: Billy Joel's 'The Stranger' comes to Hard Rock Live Orlando. Tickets on sale now! Jordan Foley and the Wheelhouse Album Release Show Saturday, August 19, 2023 Jordan Foley & The Wheelhouse (Album Release Show), Harber Wynn, and Vilai Harrington at Will's Pub. Get tickets now. JVKE: what tour feels like Saturday, August 19, 2023 JVKE: what tour feels like comes to House of Blues Orlando at Disney Springs. Get your tickets now! Latin Night at Boxi Park Saturday, August 19, 2023 Latin Night at Boxi Park with live music and entertainment! Entertainment Line-Up, DJ Astylez, Stella Beat, and Spirit of Samba Toosii: NAUJOUR Tour Saturday, August 19, 2023 Toosii comes to The Beacham. Get your tickets now! 12+ Apopka Police Department Cookies & Milk with Cops Saturday, August 19, 2023 Join the Apopka Police Department at the North Orange Branch Library to meet the local police officers, enjoy a story, arts and crafts, and cookies and milk provided by LCL Food Services (McDonald's). This free event is held on the third Saturday of the month. YMCA Winter Park's Backyard BBQ Saturday, August 19, 2023 Get ready for an awesome time at the Winter Park YMCA’s Back-to-School Backyard BBQ, a free community event you won’t want to miss! Enjoy a day packed full of exciting activities and delightful treats. Bring your whole family for games, crafts, and a blast of a time. This is not only a chance to have a great time but also an opportunity to connect with friends and neighbors in our wonderful community. Rain or shine, we’re making sure this event happens, no matter what! BLK Joy Festival Saturday, August 19, 2023 Join the Black Health Commission as they host the 3rd annual BLK JOY Festival at Lake Lorna Doone Park! The free BLK JOY Festival is an event set for everyone to come together and center mental wellness. They will have community resources and tools, music, wellness activations, performances and more! 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, AUGUST 20, 2023 Family Fun Day at Boxi Park Sunday, August 20, 2023 Join in Family Fun Day at Boxi Park! Bring the whole family & enjoy activities for all ages! Bouncy Houses, Face Painters, Live Music & More. JPEGMafia & Danny Brown: Scaring the Hoes Sunday, August 20, 2023 JPEGMafia & Danny Brown: Scaring the Hoes comes to The Vanguard in downtown Orlando. Get your tickets now! 18+ Ruben Blades Sunday, August 20, 2023 Get ready to dance the night away! The legendary Rubén Blades is coming to the Amway Center on August 20 as part of his Salswing Tou! With his unique blend of salsa, jazz, and Afro-Cuban rhythms, Blades is sure to have the crowd on their feet all night long. Vosh, Super Passive, KT Kink, ISYA & DJ Hexorcist Sunday, August 20, 2023 Vosh, Super Passive, KT Kink, ISYA and DJ Hexorcist perform LIVE at Will's Pub on August 20, 2023 8PM // 18+ 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 Whatever You Decide To Do, Have A Great Weekend! 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. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: 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.

Enjoy an incredible night in Orlando’s most beautiful garden with an evening of amazing music from some of the most popular bands in Central Florida. Get ready for an amazing evening of jazz, blues and a little bit of everything in between from some of the most popular bands in Central Florida. The popular Jazz’n Blues Concert returns to beautiful Leu Gardens on Saturday, September 9, 2023, with tickets on sale soon. Pack a picnic of your favorite foods and bring seating, and alcohol is permitted too! (Pets, tents, tiki torches, hibachi, and grills are not permitted). There will be 3 bands in 3 locations in the 50-acre gardens. This year's lineup is Dave Capp Project (jazz), Betty Fox Band (blues), and Derek Trull and EasyStreet (a little bit of everything). Bring chairs or blanket and sit wherever you like on any lawn area or find a nice spot in a gazebo and take a stroll around the bands and gardens. Lobos Coffee Roasters will be onsite with a selection of local craft beers, canned wine and cocktails, specialty espresso drinks and sweet treats for sale. Tickets are only available online, not sold at Leu Gardens. The gardens will open at 6:30 pm. Advance Tickets are on sale, Wednesday, August 23, 2023. $20.00 advance per person plus online fees (tax applies to all tickets starting on September 5, 2023) $16.00 advance Leu Member plus online fees (tax applies to tickets starting on September 5, 2023). AHS and Guest Passes are not accepted for special events – discount is only available for advance sales thru September 8th. Only current Leu Members may purchase discounted tickets, Membership ID number required. Day Of Ticket: $25.00 plus tax and online fees for everyone including Leu Members, if available. Click here to purchase tickets starting on Wednesday, August 23. Parking is free at Leu Gardens and at Blue Jacket Park, 2501 General Rees Ave, Orlando, with shuttles running from 6:00 pm until 10:30 pm. 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. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: 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.

In a surprising move, Walt Disney World have removed the Extended Evening Hours in late September and October at Magic Kingdom, a perk that guests staying at the resort would have been looking forward to. Walt Disney World Resort have just updated the operating calendar, and the Extended Evening Theme Park Hours that were scheduled to take place in late September and October have been scrubbed from the calendar. Extended Evening Theme Park Hours are a perk given to guests staying at select Walt Disney World and affiliate hotels. The updated calendar which currently shows hours through until October 16, is only showing Extended Evening Hours for Magic Kingdom on September 6, 13, and 20, with no other Extended Evening Hours dates listed beyond that. While no reason has been given for the removal of the perk for September and October, it's likely due to the after hours Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Extended Evening Theme Park Hours could return to Magic Kingdom after Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party has ended its run, but until the operating calendar is extended into November we will not know. While extended Evening Theme Park Hours are off the calendar at Magic Kingdom, guests can still enjoy the perk at EPCOT or Disney’s Hollywood Studios. 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. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: 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

The bad news is that its going to cost you more to park at Orlando International Airport, but the great news is that more moving walkways are coming, so less walking. The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority Board who oversee Orlando International Airport, have voted to increase parking charges at the airport from October 1 this year. The new daily parking rates, set to take effect Oct. 1 are: Parking Garages A, B and C: $24 (up from $19) Valet: $35 (up from $25) Surface Lots: $20 Economy Lots: $14 (up from $10) Reserved Parking: $3 The Board have also voted to approve the addition of moving walkways in the new Terminal C, following negative feedback from passengers. A contract has been awarded to TK Elevator Corporation to retrofit Terminal C with the moving walkways. The estimated cost for the new moving walkway, is a not-to-exceed amount of $1,174,500. The walkway will be installed from the TSA checkpoint to Palm Court, constructed above the floor, so as not to destroy the floor beneath. 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. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: 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

Cheers to Orange County Brewers, who have opened a second location at everyone's favourite airport, Orlando International Airport. Popular local brewmasters, Orange County Brewers have opened a new location at Orlando International Airport, this is the brewers second location at MCO, who also have their main location at 1117 International Parkway in Lake Mary. Their first location at the airport opened last year and is located at the new Terminal C, Gates C240-C245, and is open from 4 am - last departing flight, and offers craft beer and delicious food. The just opened second airport location also offers craft beers, cocktails, and delicious food, raising the bar on highlighting the flavors of Central Florida. You will discover the new location in Terminal A, Level 3, near the checkpoint for Gates 70-129, and is open from 6 am - 10 pm. 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. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: 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

As we get ever closer to spooky season, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay have revealed more details on this years after hours event, Howl-O-Scream. Busch Gardens Howl-O-Scream returns in full force select nights from September 8 to October 31, taking over the entire park with haunted houses, scare zones, sinister shows and more. We already know many of this years haunted houses, and scare zones, which you can read about in this article, but first up, the latest news from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is the news that three fan-favourite scare zones are making a return the this years event. First up is the news that The Junkyard is back. Try and make it out in one piece You’ll find more than spare parts as you rummage through this surly scrap site. Will you make it out in one piece or be devoured by the haunted rubble? Next up, the dark fairies and orcs are dying for you to experience the depths of their magically sinister forest. Think you have what it takes to go Beyond The Veil? The third scare zone announced this week is Raven's Mill. Within the walls of the cornfield lies a horrific nightmare you cannot awaken. The scarecrows of Raven's Mill are back and ready to play. Ready for more? Check out the fun that's already been revealed for this years Howl-O-Scream... The Residence: Home For The Holidays, is making a haunting return to Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay this spooky season... but things are definitely not as merry as they may seem! The Residence: Home For The Holidays is a fan favorite house at Howl-O-Sceam, where merriment turns murderous at a suburban family home, and this year Christmas arrives earlier than ever at The Residence, with all-new horrors eager to be unwrapped, but will you survive this silent night. In addition to The Residence: Home For The Holidays returning, Ms. Stranglewood is back for more haunts this year, and has something sinister waiting behind every corner. The Forgotten: Uprising Haunted House is back this year, and its been re-vamped!! A year has passed, and lately more and more people have been going missing. The great battle has begun, and the only way to survive is to be brave, fearless, and survive the Night. Making a return is Witch of the Woods. The Witch is back, and just as wicked as ever. Curiosity has brought many travelers into this dark forest, but only bone-chilling stories and dying screams make their way out. With each step deeper into the woods, the prospect of survival quickly fades as demonic disciples hunt wandering intruders through their abandoned village. Coming to Howl-O-Scream this year is an all new scare zone, Big Ed's Demolition Derby, which features a rather sinister Big Ed! Step into the twisted and adrenaline-fueled world of Big Ed's Demolition Derby. He has pulled together some of the roughest, toughest, and meanest baddies from all over Howl-O-Scream and brought them here to compete— but there’s always room for some surprise guests. Step up and see how long you can survive and navigate this automotive nightmare. A brand new scare zone for 2023 is Sin City Zombies, On the outskirts of the Vegas strip lies a small town that is home to some of the best entertainers to ever live, and is overrun by zombies who run rampant. Try your luck and hope your number wins because this is one town you don’t want to lose in. This years Howl-O-Scream will see a brand new haunted house, D.H. Baggums, Circus of Fear. Come one, come all, to the most terrifying show you’ve ever seen! D.H. Baggum brings you all his monstrosities that are sure to make your spine tingle and your blood run cold! As unsuspecting patrons walked the midway, D.H. would capture them and take them backstage to carry out his evil plan. as you wander the midway, watch out for D.H. and his crew. don’t get distracted by the magic— you might just be the next FREAK to take the stage! Are you brave enough to be amongst the first to experience the circus of fear? Grab your tickets now, before it's too late!! Haunted Houses Dark minds have been brewing new ways to terrify those brave enough to enter our sinister haunted houses with new unsuspecting scares. Scare Zones & Unpredictable Hordes The scares are everywhere as new terrors lurk in every corner of the park. Experience screams & frights at any moment as you make your way through several scare zones. Plus, with roaming hordes, horror awaits at every twist and turn. Pulse-Pounding Attractions With exhilarating coasters and thrilling attractions, guests can take on their favorite rides in the dark in between the frights and scares of Howl-O-Scream. Bring your fears to new heights on Iron Gwazi & SheiKra, then let the adrenaline rush as you launch into the shadows of Cheetah Hunt & Tigris. Howl-O-Scream is intended for a mature audience. This event contains intense adult content such as violence, gore, and blood. Oh yes it does... 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. 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Great news as the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command have announced that the DOD Warrior Games are returning to Walt Disney World Resort in 2024. Let the countdown begin ... the Department of Defense Warrior Games will return to Walt Disney World in June 2024! The Department of Defense (DoD) Warrior Games, hosted by U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC), will return to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort in 2024 following a successful games at the resort in 2022. “Adaptive sports play such a powerful role in the mental and physical recovery of wounded, ill and injured military members, and we are excited to once again be back at ESPN Wide World of Sports,” said Gen. Gary Brito, commanding general of TRADOC. “These men and women deserve our support as they overcome these obstacles, and it’s an honor to host the Warrior Games on behalf of the U.S. Army and DoD, and to provide another way for these athletes to leverage the power of adaptive sports.” First held in 2010, this annual event will feature hundreds of elite-athletes, including those from international allied nations, who will compete in adaptive sporting events such as wheelchair basketball, cycling, indoor rowing and sitting volleyball, among others. The ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, which will serve as the Warrior Games venue for the second time, is a 220-acre facility that features multiple indoor and outdoor competition sites. This award-winning complex, which combines the spirit of sports with Disney magic, previously hosted the 2016 Invictus Games and the 2022 DoD Warrior Games. “We are humbled to again welcome these heroic service members and veterans, their families and supporters to ESPN Wide World of Sports next summer,” said Jeff Vahle, president of Walt Disney World Resort. “Their sacrifice has allowed us the freedoms we enjoy daily, and we are honored to be able to witness their spirit of determination, boldness and loyalty come alive during the games!” The Warrior Games serve to enhance the recovery and rehabilitation of wounded warriors by providing them exposure to adaptive sports. Military paralympic adaptive sports programs help wounded service members and veterans build strength and endurance and draw inspiration from their teammates. Participation in the Warrior Games represents the culmination of a service member’s involvement in an adaptive sports program and demonstrates the incredible potential of wounded warriors through competitive sports. The 2024 Warrior Games, which are open to the public, will welcome the community and the world to be part of the excitement by supporting these heroes. Details about the sports schedule, viewing opportunities, corporate sponsorships and more will be available closer to the event. 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. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: 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

Sad news as family owned ice cream shop, Allen’s Creamery in Windermere has announced its closure after more than 15 years in business. The Allen family have been serving up home made ice cream at Allen's Creamery & CoffeeHouse for over 15 years, but sadly the family will be serving its last scoop very soon. Allen's Creamery was started in 2008 as a local coffee and ice cream shop reminiscent of what the Allen's grew up with, and its been a roaring success ever since, but sadly the family have decided that after 15 years plus, its time to say goodbye. The family have posted a message to the community on its Facebook page announcing that the shop will close forever on Friday, September 22, inviting customers to stop by and say goodbye. The Allens say that due to the new Downtown Windermere Property project, it is time for them to close up shop. Here is the message from the family in full: Well....definitely a hard post for the Allen Family! After 15+ wonderful years of service to the Windermere Community, we have to say goodbye! The town of Windermere is evolving and due to the new Downtown Windermere Property project, it is time for our chapter to end! We hope we have provided as many happy memories to families and friends of our community as you have provided for us. The fond thoughts of the many events and milestones here will forever live in our hearts! When we opened the shop over 15 years ago, our goal was to offer this wonderful community a local ice cream shop much like the one we grew up with. Hopefully, we accomplished this! Our last day will be Friday, September 22 (Food Truck Night)! Please stop by and say goodbye! Sincerely, Anne, Amy, Mark & Matt Allen (& Allen Children)! 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. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: 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 looks like David S. Pumpkins will be appearing at this year's Halloween Horror Nights 32. Every year there is many rumours surrounding Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando, and in fact its half the fun of waiting for the event to start! This year we have heard persistent rumours that the spookiest man in town, the Saturday night Live character David S Pumpkins would be appearing at this years Halloween Horror Nights 32. Rumours pointed to David S Pumpkins show, but it now seems that a meet and greet will be happening at this years HHN 32. The meet and greet is expected to be within the new Peacock Halloween Bar which is to be located behind Lombard’s Seafood Grille. The character HAS already appeared at Halloween Horror Nights, having previously cameoed in Bill & Ted’s Excellent Halloween Adventure. David S Pumpkins is the brainchild of SNL head writer Streeter Seidell, SNL alum Bobby Moynihan, and cast member Mikey Day, who created the character leading up to Tom Hanks' hosting the late-night sketch program on October 22, 2016, where Hanks portrayed the character. The sketch Haunted Elevator, featuring David S. Pumpkins, took place on a Tower of Terror-esque ride where a decidedly unterrifying and not- well-known character played by Hanks would greet the riders The final product involved Hanks in his pumpkin suit, flanked by two dancing skeletwins played by Day and Moynihan. David S. Pumpkins, his two-finger point, and his dance moves delighted viewers so much that Hanks' fictional character became an instant icon and an actual Halloween costume. David S. Pumpkins made such a splash that the following year NBC released The David S. Pumpkins Halloween Special, a 30-minute animated comedy special devoted to all things Pumpkins related, featuring Hanks, Day, Moynihan, Cecily Strong, and Peter Dinklage. Halloween Horror Nights At Universal Orlando Resort Select Nights September 1 - November 4, 2023 Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) at Universal Orlando Resort is huge, its one of the biggest Halloween events in Florida, and features horror of all genres, from cinematic greats and crazed cult favorites to the park’s original abominations, and each year the legend grows and the experience reaches beyond your wildest nightmares. Halloween Horror Nights 32 includes 10 terrifying haunted houses, 5 sinister scare zones and live entertainment. This year's haunted houses include The Exorcist: Believer, Chucky: Ultimate Kill Count, Universal Monsters: Unmasked, Stranger Things 4, and The Last of Us. Guests can purchase a variety of tickets and vacation packages for Halloween Horror Nights 2023, including single-night tickets and event upgrades like the R.I.P. Tour, Express Pass and the daytime Behind the Screams: Unmasking the Horror Tour. 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. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: 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