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 […]
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Best Things to Do in November in Orlando-Updated
November is a wonderful month to explore Orlando, with milder weather, less intense heat, and fewer storms as the holiday season starts to take hold. Whether you’re a local looking for new experiences or a visitor getting out of the theme park bubble, here’s a roundup of budget-friendly activities and happenings around Central Florida for […]
Free Museum Days in Orlando
Orlando has a long list of museums, gardens, and cultural attractions. Here are a select few that offer designated free entry days. Although admission is free, donations are always appreciated to help support the organization. These special free museum days in Orlando are always subject to change, so check with the venue before visiting. To […]
Weekends at the Winery at Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards
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 […]
Free outdoor movies in Orlando
Free outdoor movies in Orlando are very popular year-round…and for good reason. On a beautiful night, there’s nothing better than watching a movie under the stars on a giant screen with your friends and family. Odds are you can probably find a family-friendly flick playing near you at least once a month. Snuggle up under […]
Free admission to History Center on third Thursdays
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 […]
Best free and cheap things to do in Orlando and Central Florida
There’s always something exciting happening in Orlando, and if you know the right place to look, you can partake in a variety of events and activities that are easy on the budget. Here are some of the ongoing events you can enjoy in Orlando that are either FREE or relatively inexpensive. To keep up with […]
FREE entry days at U.S. National Parks
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 […]
DTOLive Brings Art and Music to Downtown Orlando
Downtown Orlando is buzzing with creativity, and DTOLive is at the heart of it all. Imagine a place where arts and culture come to life every single day—that’s exactly what this exciting new initiative is all about. Thanks to a partnership between the Downtown Development Board (DDB) and United Arts of Central Florida (UA), DTOLive […]
3rd Thursday Orlando art and culture celebration
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 […]














