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 […]
Kids' Stuff
Free events at the Orlando library branches
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. Some of the events listed below require registration in advance with […]
FREE admission days at Morse Museum
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 Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art in Winter Park throughout the year. Those free days include every Friday evening […]
Free photo with Santa at Bass Pro Shops
Santa’s Wonderland is back at Bass Pro Shops, and you’re invited to enjoy this Christmas village. From November 3 to December 24, 2024, get a free photo with Santa, plus a free shareable video, and participate in holiday activities including crafts and games. Please note, however, that reservations are required for the free picture. You […]
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. Among the current exhibits: Home Away […]
Cheap things to do with kids in Orlando
There is so much more to Orlando than Disney. If you search beyond the theme park district, you will discover plenty of cheap things to do with kids in Orlando. We’ve curated a long list of kids’ activities in Orlando that are free or cheap (less than $25 each). Whether you are looking for playdate destinations with little ones or […]
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 […]
Budget-Friendly Homeschool Programs and Field Trips in Orlando
Central Florida is a great place to homeschool, and many local businesses have deals to make it even easier. Whether you want an educational field trip or a fun day out, we have lots of ideas to help you save money on homeschool trips in Orlando. Orlando Homeschool Discounts Some Central Florida destinations offer special […]
Free & cheap family New Year’s Eve events in Orlando
Orlando is a magical place year-round, but it truly shines during the holiday season. If you’re looking for family-friendly ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve without spending a lot, you’re in luck. From fireworks to Noon Year’s celebrations, Orlando offers plenty of free and affordable events for families to ring in the New Year together. […]
Save on Tickets to the Scottish Highland Games
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 […]