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Free & cheap things to do in Orlando, March 4 – 7

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There’s so much to do in the City Beautiful — and plenty of ways to experience it without breaking the bank.

If you’re going out, it’s wise to phone first. Events are subject to change at any time. Many venues are open fewer hours and require a reservation.

We’d love your input if you have anything to add to this list. Here are our top picks for free and cheap things to do in Orlando.

Things to do this weekend in Orlando: image of fresh strawberries at a u-pick strawberry farm near Orlando

Pick your own strawberries at farms near Orlando.

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Note: Sometimes, things change after we post an event. It’s always a good idea to check directly with venues and event organizers to confirm before you go.

Florida Strawberry Festival
March 4 – 14, 2021
Plant City, Florida 
Discount tickets are now on sale at Publix Super Market stores through March 14, 2021. Tickets can be purchased at each store’s customer service desk. Adults $8, kids $4 (5 and under are free with paid adult).

1st Thursdays: Bella Donna
Thursday, March 4, 6pm-9pm
Orlando Museum of Art
Admission $15. Join OMA in their Women’s History month celebration.

2021 Central Florida Fair
March 4-14, 4pm-10pm
Colonial Dr., Orlando 
Admission $12 weekdays, $15 on weekends. Buy tickets in advance to save. 

Movie Night at Leu Gardens
Featuring: Jurassic World 
Friday, March 5 at 7:30pm
Admission $6 adults and $3 children for a movie under the stars.

City Art Jam- 2021 Jersey Unveil
Friday, March 5, 6pm-9pm
Ace Café Orlando 
Admission is free but registration required to celebrate the new Orlando City jersey. 

Little Shop of Horrors 
March 5 – 23
Lake Eola Park, Orlando 
Tickets start at $27 to experience the Hollywood sci-fi classical musical on the outdoor stage of Lake Eola. 

Daytona Bike Week
March 5-14
Daytona Beach
Check out the schedule for a variety of Bike Week events throughout the week.

You might also be interested in: free & cheap things to do in Daytona Beach.

Super Saturday 
Saturday, March 6, 9am-10:30am
Frontyard Festival, Dr. Phillips Center, Orlando 
Tickets $15 for a combo workout brought to you by local YMCA instructors. Yoga, Zumba, and more.

Oviedo Food Truck Jam
Saturday, March 6, 4pm-9pm
Center Lake Park, Oviedo
FREE admission. Dine al fresco with food from 20+ trucks.

Big Orange Day 
Saturday, March 6, 1pm-8pm
Sunsational Farms, Umatilla 
FREE admission. Live music, kids zone, petting zoo and more. 

Historic Downtown Sanford Craft Beer & History Tour
Saturday, March 6, 3pm-5pm
Downtown Sanford
Tickets $35. Adults 21+ are invited to tour Sanford’s local breweries. Beer samples included.

Neighborhood BBQ Fest 
Saturday, March 6, 11am-2pm
Ace Hardware, Lake Nona
FREE admission. Free food samples, Big Green Egg demonstrations, discounts and more. 

Love Fest 
Sunday, March 7, 1pm-5pm
Quantum Leap Winery, Orlando
FREE community event with vendors, tastings, live entertainment and more. 

Disney Movie Night
Featuring: Coco 
Sunday, March 7 at 6pm
Frontyard Festival, Dr. Phillips Center, Orlando.
Tickets $5 and $10 to watch movie outdoors in your own pod. 

Yoga in the Sculpture Garden 
Sunday, March 7, 9am-10am
Mennello Museum of American Art, Orlando 
Members $5, non-members $10. 

Enchanted Garden Walkabout
Sunday, March 7, 9:30am-11:30am
Mead Botanical Garden, Winter Park
FREE.

Sunflowers & strawberries
Friday – Sunday
Southern Hill Farms, Clermont
Pick your own strawberries and sunflowers at this local, family farm. Check out the farm’s Facebook page for operating hours. Make sure to arrive early as this is a popular destination. 

You might also want to check out more outdoor movies in Orlando and drive-in movie theaters. 

Dr. Phillips Center Frontyard Festival
Dr. Phillips Center in downtown Orlando
Check out the list of free & cheap events happening during this six-month long outdoor festival featuring live entertainment, films and unique experiences.

 

You might also want to check out: deals for things to do in Orlando from Groupon.

Weekends at the Winery 
Saturdays & Sundays
Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards, Clermont 
FREE live music at the winery. 

Saturday Sounds Concert Series 
Saturdays, 5pm-7pm
Apopka Amphitheater
FREE evening of music under the stars. 

Yoga in the Garden 
Saturday, February 27 at 9am
Mead Botanical Garden, Winter Park 
$10 per person. Bring your own mat and water. 

Mardi Gras at Fun Spot 
Now through April 11, 2021
Fun Spot USA, Orlando 
Jazz music, French Quarter décor, Bayou Bites and more. Free entry (ticket and ride prices separate). 

Things to do Orlando: image of life-size dinosaur in Leu Gardens. Dinosaur Invasion exhibit comes to Harry P. Leu Gardens in Orlando.

Dinosaur Invasion at Leu Gardens in Orlando through April 18. Image courtesy: Harry P. Leu Gardens.

Dinosaur Invasion at Leu Gardens
Now through April 18, 2021
Harry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando
Dinosaurs are invading Orlando! Trek through the “Jurassic Gardens” to discover 20 life-size dinosaurs. Admission included with daytime garden admission: $10 adult; $5 child (ages 4- 17 years); FREE for members and children 3 years of age and younger.

Things to do this weekend in Orlando: image of fresh strawberries at a u-pick strawberry farm near Orlando

Pick your own strawberries at farms near Orlando.

Strawberry U-Pick 
Check the farm’s Facebook page for operating hours. 
Oak Haven Farms & Winery, Sorrento
$3.50 per pound to pick your own strawberries. Arrive early because this is a popular spot for U-pick. 

Find more places to pick strawberries in Orlando.

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Things to do Orlando: image of people posing in an illusion exhibit room at the Museum of Illusions at ICON Park Orlando

NOW OPEN: Museum of Illusions at ICON Park Orlando. Image courtesy: ICON Park.

Museum of Illusions – NOW OPEN
ICON Park Orlando
With over 50 intriguing exhibits, Museum of Illusions offers more eye-fooling fun under one roof than any other destination in Central Florida. Buy discounted tickets through Groupon.

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Check out places to ice skate in Orlando.

Lake Eola Famers Market 
Sundays, 10am-3pm
Lake Eola Park, Orlando 
FREE admission. Stroll through the park and shop a variety of vendors. 

Sunset Live!
Fridays, 6pm – 10pm
Sunset Walk, Kissimmee
FREE live music.

Drive-in Movies
Movies playing every night
West Volusia Drive-In Theater in Deltona
$20 per car. Purchase tickets in advance, online

Classic Car Show
Saturdays at 4pm
Old Town, Kissimmee
FREE to check out a variety of classic cars. Cars limited and spaced out for safety.

Winter Park Farmers’ Market
Saturdays from 8am to 1pm
Central Park, Winter Park

You might also want to check out more farmers’ markets in Central Florida.

Maitland Farmers’ Market
Sundays from 8:30am to 1:30pm
701 Lake Lily Drive

Wild Florida Drive-Thru Safari Park
Find discounted tickets for a limited time on Groupon.

 

 

FREE & CHEAP THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO

  • Mead Gardens is a FREE 47-acre park with an amphitheater, butterfly garden, boardwalk and bike trail.
  • Winter Park Boat Tour: float through the canals and lush landscape of Winter Park’s waterways on a tranquil Scenic Boat Tour. The hour-long tour is $14 for adults.
  • Lake Eola features a playground, art sculptures and swan boats ($15 for a 30-minute ride).
  • Harry P. Leu Gardens is 50-acre botanical oasis boasting a rose garden, butterfly garden and a vegetable garden. $10 for adults, $5 for kids age 4-17, free for kids age 3 years and younger.
  • The Black Hammock Adventures is a lakeside bar and restaurant in Oviedo with amazing sunset views on Lake Jesup and airboat tours.
  • Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive is an 11-mile drive with a chance to view native animals in their natural habitat including 174 bird species. The drive is open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
  • Lukas Nursery & Butterfly Encounter is home to one of the largest native butterfly conservatories in the state of Florida.
  • Central Florida Zoo is open with modified hours and timed online ticket to enter. Adults $19.50; children $13.75.

Where to walk Orlando: image of a couple walking on a shaded trail

Take a relaxing stroll.
There is nothing cheaper or more relaxing than a scenic walk. We have plenty of nice paths to stroll at local parks, county trails and picturesque gardens. Most of the walking paths near Orlando are completely free, unless otherwise noted.

Image of Frozen ride at Epcot

Ride your favorite rollercoasters (from your couch).
Pretend you are in the middle of all the theme park excitement!

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    • Laura says

      Hi Loretta! We create a list of free and cheap things to do for every weekend in Orlando. It is posted every Wednesday. We hope you check back for the events happening during your visit. – Laura

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