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Downtown Kissimmee is bringing back its annual Boo! on Broadway celebration, turning downtown Kissimmee into a giant Halloween block party. Here is everything you need to know to enjoy this free local favorite event. When and Where Date: Friday, October 30, 2026 Time: 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Location: Broadway Street, Downtown Kissimmee (from Neptune Road to...
The 53rd annual Autumn Art Festival is coming soon to 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, November 14, and Sunday, November 15, at...
Whether you are of Greek descent or simply love celebrating Greek culture, you can celebrate at Greek Fest Orlando 2026. This FREE three-day festival is at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church of Greater Orlando (1217 Trinity Woods Lane, Maitland, FL 32751) Friday, November 6, through Sunday, November 8, 2026. The hours for the event are...
Halloween draws closer every day and Winter Garden is celebrating in style! Their Halloween Experience is taking place every Friday and Saturday until Thursday, October 31, with Halloween Light Shows projected on City Hall. At City Hall, you'll find family-friendly Halloween scenes projected onto the City Hall building, synchronized to music. The show runs on...
Nona Adventure Park offers free entertainment every Friday night and alternate Saturdays. Friday nights are Songs at Sunset, with music provided by a variety of Orlando-area musicians. The family-friendly vibe includes a playground for children. Every other Saturday brings Latin Night, with music and dancing. Friday Nights: Songs at Sunset Friday nights bring live acoustic...
Looking for fun things to do in Orlando this weekend without draining your wallet? We've got you covered! This week's roundup includes live music with a view of the Wekiva River, weekly farmers' markets, plus plenty more free and cheap ways to spend your Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Share your events with us: add to...
Dust off your lederhosen, it's time for Oktoberfest! This seasonal event is a celebration of Germanic culture, including hearty food, refreshing beer, and lively polka music. Don't let the name throw you; Orlando has Oktoberfest festivities throughout the months of October and September, so you can enjoy the ongoing celebrations all season long. We've put...
The Orange County Regional History Center offers free admission the third Thursday of every month, from 5 to 9 p.m. The History Center showcases the vast collections of the Historical Society of Central Florida. The museum features four floors of permanent exhibitions and also presents nationally important limited-run exhibitions. The museum also offers free admission...
Fall in Orlando is one of the best times to get out and enjoy the city. Whether you're looking for free community gatherings or low-cost seasonal fun, this guide will help you plan your autumn outings. Be sure to always check with event organizers before heading out, as schedules and details may change due to...
Meet in downtown Orlando for a cosmopolitan evening of art, food entertainment and shopping at the 3rd Thursday Orlando celebration of art, culture, food and more. The event includes art exhibitions, live entertainment, history exhibitions and discounts at downtown restaurants and bars. CityArts Orlando rotates exhibitions monthly and offers a happy hour from 4:30 to...
The Orlando Museum of Art houses many compelling works of art meant to inspire and educate the public. Its location is picturesque too. The beautiful Loch Haven Park is surrounded by huge oak trees, brick roads and many other cultural destinations. FREE DAYS AND DISCOUNT DAYS The Orlando Museum of Art offers Access for All...
The Falcon Bar & Gallery in downtown Orlando offers a free 3rd Thursday Jazz showcase, part of the via the Orange County Government Arts & Cultural Affairs Program. The Venue: An Urban Arts Oasis Located in the Thornton Park District, The Falcon Bar & Gallery functions as a hybrid neighborhood bar and contemporary art gallery,...
Every second Sunday of the month, the Mennello Museum of American Art offers free admission to the galleries for Free Family Funday. From noon to 4 p.m., families can enjoy make-and-take craft stations and mini-tours of the museum. The galleries are open for you to explore until 4:30 p.m. Free Family Funday Events for 2026...
Picture it: it's a bright Central Florida day, and you are strolling among some beautifully appointed booths of the many Central Florida artisans, creatives, and vendors. You find some amazing gifts for friends, and even a fun gift for yourself. The best part? You didn't spend a lot and you supported local small businesses with...
Free Farmers Markets in the Orlando area for flowers, produce and crafts.
Mount Dora artists showcase their work the second Friday of every month when Art in the Alley turns historic downtown Mount Dora into an art market. Artists set up their original creations in the alley on Royellou Lane between Third and Fifth Avenues from 6 to 8:30p.m. While you are looking, check out the Mount...
The Showcase of Citrus is ready for another year of the Pumpkin Ponderosa! With a pumpkin patch, photo ops, and more, this is an autumn event the whole family can enjoy. What to Know 8th Annual Pumpkin Ponderosa When: September 18th through October 31st, 2026 Where: The Showcase of Citrus Come ready for lots of...
The City of Orlando's Downtown Development Board hosts the Luminary Market and KaleidoScope 360° Movie Night series at Luminary Green Park. The event occurs monthly, on the first Wednesday of the month. The Luminary Market runs from 5:30 to 9 p.m., featuring 20 to 25 local vendors. The free outdoor movie starts at 7 p.m....
Explore this 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 on select Mondays throughout the year. To keep up with the...
Popcorn Flicks in the Park, hosted by Enzian Theater, features a free outdoor movie every month for the entire family to enjoy in Winter Park's beautiful Central Park. It's one of our favorite free things to do in Orlando! Bring blankets, a picnic, or snacks and snuggle up under the stars for a memorable and...
Have you ever gotten joy from saving an item your neighbors put out on the street for garbage collection? Or discovered a friend giving away something you absolutely needed and wanted? The founders of the Really Free Market of Orlando wanted to create a time and space for that happiness to help grow a community...
The City of Winter Garden provides free music every Friday night year-round in downtown's Centennial Plaza Gazebo. Fridays on the Plaza is from 7 to 9 p.m., and it's free to hang out and listen. Here is the schedule for the rest of 2026: October October 2 - Tom Grimes (Blues) October 9 - Larry...
The City of Maitland's Getdown Downtown Street Party is back for the season. Taking place on the first Friday of each month, this neighborhood block party transforms Independence Square into a vibrant festival zone from 6 to 9 p.m. Admission is free. What to Expect Live Bands: Every month brings a premier Central Florida musical...
During the first weekend of the month, Bank of America and Merrill Lynch customers are granted free entry to Orlando museums with a bank card through the Museums On Us promotion. Four destinations in Orlando participate in the popular program. To keep up with the latest news on deals, discounts, and free events in Central...
The beginning of a new month is a perfect reason to party, and there are many options around Orlando to do just that. On the first Friday of the month you can join a street party for fun activities, food, local artisans, vendors, and more to celebrate another month well lived in beautiful Central Florida....
Hot rods, antiques and muscle cars roll down the street in Old Town Kissimmee every weekend for Cruise Nites, free evenings of entertainment and beautiful vehicles. Friday night, engines rev at the Friday Night Muscle Car Show & Cruise featuring cars from 1964 to current times, plus older hot rods from pre-1985. The vehicles are on display...
The Central Florida Chapter of the American Guild of Organists (CFAGO) puts on free organ recitals throughout the year, featuring both its own members and internationally recognized artists. Here are some upcoming organ concerts and recitals: "Pipes and Voices": Sunday, September 27, 2026, at 4 p.m. at Winter Park Presbyterian Church (400 S. Lakemont Avenue,...
Orlando is booming with excellent food halls, and City Food Hall is a good one. Located in Ivanhoe Village, City Food Hall offers a great space to socialize, buy some delicious food and drinks, and watch a movie in their open-air courtyard. Originally just a summer event, their free Friday Films on the Lawn series...
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...
You have an opportunity to hear one of Florida's top musicians as jazz flautist Nestor Torres headlines the free Latin Jazz & Art Festival in Casselberry. Also featured are singer Fabiola Mendez and drummer Dimas Sanchez and the Afro Latin Jazz Project. The festival will be 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, September 12, at Lake...
Spend an evening at the beautiful Lake Concord Park in Casselberry enjoying live music, artisan booths and a variety of culinary flavors from a variety of food trucks. The event is the second Friday of every month from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission and parking (near City Hall) are free. You are encouraged to...
Uptown Altamonte is hosting Uptown Vibes, with a free concert at Crane's Roost Park on September 19, 2026. The event features live music, vendors and food and drink for sale. Uptown Vibes is 6 to 10 p.m. No coolers or glass are permitted. The event is at Cranes Roost Park, 274 Cranes Roost Boulevard, Altamonte...
If you're in Daytona Beach, you can listen to a free concert at the Bandshell every Saturday night through September 26, 2026, at the bandshell. There is a free fireworks show on Saturday nights, about 9:45 p.m., after the concerts. The concerts are free to the public, but if you want to secure a great...
Are you looking for the perfect mid-week evening out? WineART Wednesday in Lake Mary brings together art, food and music the first Wednesday of every month in a free outdoor celebration. What is WineART Wednesday? WineART Wednesday is a monthly festival celebrating local artists, musicians, and culinary talent. Held on the first Wednesday of every...
Join the City of Mount Dora for a day of pollinator appreciation. The Great Florida Pollinator Census is an annual citizen scientist event aimed at counting and learning more about the pollinators around us. The Nunan Butterfly Garden at the W.T. Bland Library in Mount Dora is offering a free event to help you count...
Stroll through art venues and mingle with Central Florida artists on a walking tour in historic downtown at the Sanford Art Walk on the third Saturday of every month from 6 to 9 p.m. The juried exhibit will hang in the Welcome Center for the month following the event, until setup for the next month's...
It's the height of summer, and there is so much happening in Central Florida. Get out to markets, festivals, family events, exclusive events, and more in August. Check this post throughout the month for updates and additions. Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday Through August 20, 2026 Florida's back-to-school season is underway, and that means a sales...
Bok Tower Gardens sits on one of the tallest natural areas in Florida, Iron Mountain, and its 60-bell carillon, the 205-foot Singing Tower, is its most prominent feature. Each day, at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. the Singing Tower plays 30-minute bell concerts. Bok Tower Gardens was founded by Edward Bok in 1919 as a...
One of Florida's longest-running fall traditions is back for its 55th year, and this one is sure to be just as fun as all the past celebrations. The Fall Fiesta in the Park is always held the first full weekend in November, while the Spring Fiesta is held the first weekend of April. These two...
The Orange County Library's calendar is always packed with FREE events. The library really is a cool place to be! The library branches have free classes for all ages, free story times for children, free concerts, free readings by authors and much, much more. More Articles About the Library: Why Buy When You Can Borrow?...
Travel through the rolling hills of Clermont for an unexpected Florida wine experience at Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards. There are always new and exciting reasons to visit each month with a jam-packed scheduled of Lakeridge Winery & Vineyard events. And on any day of the week, you can stop by for free winery tours and...
If you love live music but can't afford expensive tickets, you are in luck. Orlando's massive DTOLive pop-up initiative is bringing free concerts by local musicians to our neighborhood plazas, and every concert is free. DTOLive Lunchtime Concerts Grab your lunch, find some shade, and check out these upcoming events: Tuesday, July 28 Thomas Watkins...