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If you're ready for bagpipes, athletic feats, and delicious Scottish treats, the Central Florida Scottish Highland Games is an event you won't want to miss. Held every January, the Highland Games brings a taste of Scotland to Central Florida with traditional music, food, dancing, and, of course, Highland athletic competitions like caber tossing and hammer...
Enjoying an extravagant New Year's Eve doesn't have to mean breaking the bank. There are plenty of ways to usher in a new year with celebrations that are either free or budget-friendly. And what's better than greeting 2025 with free fireworks or a Champagne toast? We've put together a list of free and cheap New...
The Big Apple isn't the only spot for bright lights and spectacular fireworks shows on New Year's Eve. The City Beautiful knows how to party too! You can ring in 2025 and experience magnificent fireworks without spending a penny during these free New Year's Eve fireworks shows in Orlando. You might also be interested in:...
Some of our fondest childhood memories were driving by sparkling Christmas lights displays. By spending a few dollars on gas, you'll create a family tradition with a night of holiday lights in Orlando. It's free, easy, and oh-so festive! We've made our list and checked it twice. Here's our list of where to see Christmas...
Whether you've been naughty or nice this holiday season, you can always add a stress-free meal to your wishlist. A number of restaurants will be open on Christmas Day in Orlando. Here are some low-cost and moderate-price options. As always, we urge you to call ahead and confirm cost and details, as some independently-operated franchises...
The holidays are a magical time at Disney Springs, where festive experiences abound-and many of them are free! Here's what you can enjoy this season without spending a dime: Christmas Tree Stroll Wander through Disney Springs to see elaborately themed Christmas trees inspired by Disney characters and movies, including Frozen, Star Wars, and more. Pick...
There's something magical about watching a holiday movie under the stars on a giant outdoor screen with your friends and family-especially when it's free. Whether your favorite is "Elf" or "The Polar Express," you will find plenty of classic holiday movies playing throughout Orlando this Christmas season. Snuggle up and bring your own snacks, chairs...
As the holiday season approaches, many families in Orlando are eager to make cherished memories with Santa without breaking the bank. From free photo ops to budget-friendly events, here are the top spots to meet Santa Claus in and around Orlando this year. Did we miss a spot to take pictures with Santa? Send an...
Holiday boat parades are a cherished tradition here in Central Florida, offering locals and visitors a unique way to celebrate the season on the water. With twinkling lights reflecting off shimmering lakes, festive music filling the air, and a warm sense of community, these parades are an unforgettable way to embrace the holiday spirit. Here's...
One of the best ways to get into the holiday spirit is with festive music. On Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at 7 p.m., the whole family can enjoy a FREE and exciting concert at the Walt Disney Amphitheatre at Lake Eola Park in Downtown Orlando. Violectric is an acoustic and string ensemble that is the...
Central Florida friends, it's time to bundle up, grab a cup of cocoa, and head to historic Downtown Winter Garden for a truly magical holiday experience. From December 6, 2024, to January 5, 2025, this charming town transforms into a festive wonderland with lights, music, and activities for the whole family. Here's your guide to...
Looking for a magical way to spark your family's creativity this holiday season? Mark your calendars for the Free Winter Family Day at the Art and History Museums of Maitland on Saturday, December 7. This charming event invites families of all ages to immerse themselves in a unique "Wintery Clayscapes" Family Art Workshop, perfect for...
The holiday season in Central Florida is a magical time filled with festive lights, joyful music, and cherished traditions-and nothing captures the spirit of the season quite like a holiday parade! From dazzling floats and marching bands to appearances by Santa himself, these parades bring communities together to celebrate the magic of the winter season...
Central Florida is home to many fall festivals that celebrate the season with fun, family-friendly activities without breaking the bank. Whether you're looking to explore local artisans, indulge in seasonal treats, or simply spend quality time with loved ones, there are plenty of affordable or free options around Orlando. Read on for our 2024 fall...
Orlando is gearing up to celebrate Veterans Day on November 11 with lots of activities and special offers to honor the bravery and sacrifice of veterans and active-duty military members. From ceremonies and parades to discounts at popular attractions and local restaurants, here's a look at what's happening around Central Florida on Veterans Day this...
The Water Lantern Festival is a beautiful event that promotes peace, healing, and togetherness. Attendees are invited to write personalized notes, wishes, letters, and drawings on provided lanterns and set them to sail on the peaceful water of Lake Tohopekaliga in Kissimmee. As the night grows darker, watch thousands of lanterns illuminated with flickering LED...
Whether you are of Greek descent or simply love celebrating Greek culture, the place to be this weekend is Greek Fest Orlando 2024. This FREE three-day festival is at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church of Greater Orlando (1217 Trinity Woods Lane, Maitland, FL 32751) Friday, November 1, through Sunday, November 3. The hours for the...
Every year, hundreds of artists set up shop around the beautiful Lake Eola Park to celebrate the beauty of fall in Orlando with the Fall Fiesta. Get started on your Christmas shopping as you meander around the lake browsing more than 200 art and craft booths. In addition to artist booths, there will also be...
During the fall season, Orlando transforms into the ultimate Halloween destination for the whole family with theme park events and community festivities. Whether you are looking for a theme park experience or an inexpensive neighborhood event, follow this guide for fun things to do during Halloween in Orlando. You may also want to check out...
When the days of trick-or-treating are behind you, there's still plenty of Halloween fun to be found in spooky scares and haunting thrills. The greater Orlando area is home to an array of haunted immersive experiences, movie marathons, and ghost tours that are perfect for a ghastly good time. We've put together some of our...
Autumn is coming - and so are the pumpkins. Even though it doesn't feel like fall in Orlando, it's almost time to break out pumpkin everything! The fall season is one of the most exciting times of the year in Central Florida marked by pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and farm fun near Orlando. Fill your...
Fall is finally here, and so, too, are the Halloween celebrations at Orlando's theme parks. If you're looking for ways to save on spooky, scary, and fun Halloween theme park festivities, we've got you covered. Here are several ways you can save money on memory-making this Halloween season. SeaWorld Orlando's Halloween Spooktacular SeaWorld's Halloween Spooktacular...
You may not be thinking about Halloween yet, but the organizers of the Howl-O-Scream attraction at SeaWorld Orlando are already lining up monsters, goblins, zombies, ghosts and more scary creatures. Here is a way to save on tickets. Organizers say the attraction is adding four new haunted houses, three new scare zones, two new themed...
Orlando Pop up Movie Services presents free movies most Monday nights in the courtyard of Orlando's SoDo District. That is one of two city A La Cart districts that bring high-quality street food, craft beer and entertainment together. One of those free entertainment options is a free movie night at the SoDo Courtyard, 2207 E....
If you're looking for a fun fall celebration that's totally FREE, check out the Free Fall Family Day at the Art & History Museums of Maitland / The Maitland Art Center. On Saturday, October 26, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., you'll be able to enjoy a variety of family activities. Paint autumn colors with...
Diwali is a bright and colorful holiday observed over five days by the Hindu religion. It's a celebration of light, spiritual enlightenment, and the triumph of good over evil. This year, you can join in the celebration with a free Diwali Parade at Disney Springs hosted by Diwali Dance Fest. The Disney Diwali Parade features...
The 51st annual Autumn Art Festival will proceed as scheduled this weekend in downtown Winter Park. The festival features Florida artists and includes a beer garden, food vendors, two full days of live music, children's art activities and more. Entry is free. The event is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, October 12, and Sunday,...
Here's a chance to save money on restaurants in Daytona Beach. The Daytona Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau is launching a new initiative, Fall Fine Dining Days, designed to showcase the growing number of fine dining options in the destination. It's similar to Orlando's Magical Dining Month. Fall Fine Dining Days, which runs September...
Brewery Oktoberfest Festivities Oktoberfest, Ja! at Home State Brewing Co. Saturday, September 28, 2024, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. FREE admission 16106 New Independence Pkwy #100, Winter Garden, FL Celebrate Oktoberfest with a live polka band, beer puppeteers, and more. Participate in a Stein-Holding Competition and try your hand at inflatable ax throwing. Enjoy food...
Readers of Orlando on the Cheap have a chance to attend a free advance screening of the new Paramount Pictures' film "Transformers One, Lucky Ones," which debuts in theaters September 20, 2024. The free advance screening will be Saturday, September 14, at the Regal Oviedo. There are a limited number of free passes available, and once they...
The Orlando Urban Film Festival is August 29-31, with a weekly full of screenings, music, workshops, talks and more. The goal of the festival, celebrating its 11th anniversary, is to help filmmakers and music producers find audiences for their work. This year's festival honors Glynn Turman, who has had a long career as an actor,...
The Winter Park Library is holding its second annual Storytelling Festival on Saturday, August 24. Kids are encouraged to come in costume as their favorite characters from a fairytale. The festival will include music, food, characters interactions and, of course, storytelling. This year's theme is Fairytale Fun. Admission to the event is free. Here is...
Soul Pop Summer of Soul, produced by Orlando Fringe, presents a series of concerts Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday through August 25 at Fringe Artspace. Produced by Sonflower Joy Music, Summer of Soul concerts mix pop, soul and acoustic sounds, featuring cover songs by musicians from Whitney Houston to Taylor Swift to Michael Jackson and...
The Black Health Commission is sponsoring the fourth annual Blk Joy Festival on Saturday, August 24, to share information about community resources. But the festival is also a party, with music, food, drinks and fun. Admission is free, but advance tickets are suggested. The festival will include a Wellness Zone with yoga, cooking demonstrations and...
Boating isn't considered cheap...but you can score inexpensive tickets to the annual Orlando Boat Show at the Convention Center. The Orlando Boat Show returns to Orlando August 23-25, 2024. It features more than 500 boats, marine accessories and aquatic-themed activities for all ages. Tickets $10 for adults FREE for kids 12 and under Orlando Boat...
Amazon has brought back a popular promotion. Purchase $80 of participating P&G items and you'll receive a $20 Amazon.com credit. You should see the offer at checkout, if eligible. Eligible items include household, health, baby, beauty care and more. Here's how it works: Just add $80 worth of items from this page to your cart. As you...
Shop or browse at the Downtown Winter Garden Sidewalk Sale and delight in live entertainment by regional bands. For the kids, the event includes an art project. The Sidewalk Sale on Plant Street in 2024 is Saturday, August 3, in the downtown district that features plenty of local businesses. Live entertainment includes: 11 a.m. Mud...
When school's out, there's nothing better than an air-conditioned theater with a family-friendly flick on the big screen, especially if it's really cheap. Thank goodness local movie theaters are offering FREE and cheap movies for the kids this summer! Fortunately, a few movie theater chains are offering cheap summer movies for families in summer 2024. ...
Roll a strike with your kids by taking them to bowl for free at participating venues. Register online at KidsBowlFree.com, and your kids can bowl two games every day for free at participating bowling centers. Adults can get in on the fun, too. Just $34.95 buys a Family Pass for the summer, which is good for...
"Live at The Lawn," ICON Park's free, outdoor live music series, will provide free entertainment throughout the summer. Live bands will perform on The Lawn underneath the Orlando Eye every Saturday from 4 to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 5 to 8 p.m. through August 4, followed by DJ entertainment from 8 p.m. to midnight....
Florida shoppers, rev up your wallets for a tax-free shopping spree. For a tax freedom event in July, eligible outdoor recreation items and entry to eligible venues and events are exempt from the usual Florida state sales tax. You'll save at least 6 percent on qualifying purchases. Florida Freedom Month sales tax holiday is July...
This summer, kids can earn a free book at Barnes & Noble with the annual Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program. First- through sixth-graders are eligible to receive a free book during the annual Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program. But they must earn it! Your child must read eight books and fill out a...