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 […]
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$5 (or free) family-friendly movies at the Ritz Theater in Sanford
The Ritz Theater in downtown Sanford presents shows, concerts, special events, classic movies at more at its historic building in downtown Sanford. The Ritz Theater celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2023, making it one of the oldest movie houses in Florida. It was called the Milane when it opened August 2, 1923. The Wayne Densch […]
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 […]
Where to go ice skating in Orlando
No matter what the temperature is in Florida, you can always find a place to lace up skates and hit the ice. Orlando ice skating rinks are open year-round and during the holiday season. Bundle up for a fun and inexpensive activity. Ice skating with skate rentals costs around $10 to $17 per person. To […]
Florida Strawberry Festival 2025 Tickets and Discounts
Central Florida locals and strawberry lovers, mark your calendars. Advance tickets for admission and headline entertainment at the annual Florida Strawberry Festival happening February 27 through March 9 are available now. Event Dates and Details February 27 through March 9, 2025 Festival hours: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. 303 BerryFest Place Plant City, FL 33563 […]
New Worlds Reading: Free Books for Eligible Orange County Students
The New Worlds Reading initiative helps children in grades K-5 build their literacy skills while fostering a love for books—all at no cost to eligible families. To qualify for the program your student must be one of the following: a Florida VPK student who is not yet meeting age-appropriate standards according to FAST Star Early […]
FREE entry day at Leu Gardens Monday
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 […]
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 […]
Cheap things to do with kids in Orlando
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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 […]
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 […]
