During the fall season, Orlando transforms into the ultimate Halloween destination with theme park events and community festivities, ranging from extreme scares for adults and teens to fun activities for the entire family. Whether you are looking for a theme park experience or an inexpensive neighborhood event, follow this guide for fun things to do […]
Orlando restauranteurs know what makes us all happy after that 9-to-5 grind: inexpensive food and cocktails. Everything tastes better when it’s half price (am I right?). You can dine and drink on the cheap at some of the best places in town during Orlando Happy Hour specials. We did our research to put together this […]
Seeing row after row of blooming sunflowers is not something you’d expect in Central Florida..but beyond the beaten path of Orlando, there are thriving family farms that harvest and grow a variety of crops — including beautiful sunflower fields. Sunflower season in Orlando happens twice a year at Florida farms, usually during fall and spring […]
America’s Best Idea — our national parks — is even better when admission is free! Mark your calendar for free days at U.S. National Parks throughout Florida and beyond. On select dates, FREE entrance is available to 133 National Parks across the country (including five in Florida) that normally charge a fee. A few of […]
Retro drive-in movie theaters are making a comeback — and for good reason. Watching a movie at an open-air cinema is a safe and affordable way for your family to enjoy a fun night out…while staying in your own bubble (or car). We’ve found a couple Drive-in movie theaters near Orlando for you to check […]
Blow out the candles on your birthday cake and make a wish for FREE stuff! A huge list of companies offer birthday freebies, rewards and discounts in Orlando. All you have to do is sign up (it’s free) to receive your birthday reward. Many of the birthday deals below are valid during your entire birthday […]
Explore an amazing 50-acre botanical oasis minutes from downtown Orlando. At Harry P. Leu Gardens, you can stroll through the lush gardens, smell the roses or just relax in the shade of a beautiful oak tree. Free entry days at Leu Gardens are offered select Mondays through the year. To keep up with the latest […]
The world’s most comprehensive collection of works by Louis Comfort Tiffany is housed right here in Winter Park, Florida — and you can experience it for FREE. We’ve found a variety of free admission days at Morse Museum in Winter Park throughout the year. FREE ADMISSION AT MORSE MUSEUM Morse Museum in Winter Park is […]
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