We rounded up our top 5 picks of free things to do in October. Don’t forget to check out our top 5 free things to do in Orlando throughout the year.
Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales is gearing up for Boktoberfest, a daylong festival celebrating German culture featuring a biergarten, German food, tree climbing, face painting, craft and seasonal beers, prize drawings, live entertainment and 40 vendors selling plants. Live entertainment will include Alpine Express playing the long Swiss alphorns, a wooden xylophone and the “singing saw.”
When: Saturday, October 15th from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Bok Tower Gardens
1151 Tower Blvd.
Lake Wales, FL 33853
863-676-1408
Cost: Free admission
Love shack, baby! Join 98.9 WMMO October 8th for another free concert featuring the B-52s. The fun starts at 4 p.m. with vendors, food and plenty to drink.
When: Saturday, October 8th starting at 4 p.m.
Where: In front of the Amway Center, Downtown Orlando
Cost: Free
Hard Rock is celebrating its 40th Anniversary with a bang by hosting a FREE downtown Orlando concert featuring Collective Soul, Everclear, Tonic, DMC, Mike Doughty, Matt Hires, The Parlor MOB, Big 10-4 and more.
When: Saturday, October 1st from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Where: Orange Ave. & Wall Street between Washington & Central
Cost: Free for all ages
Free admission to Legoland Florida, Oct. 24 – 30
The last few blocks are locking together for LEGOLAND’s grand opening on October 15th. Sign up to become a LEGO VIP, and you’ll receive a free, one-day admission to LEGOLAND Florida between Monday, October 24th and Sunday, October 30th. Regular admission is $69 – this is an amazing deal! Once you sign up, print this coupon for free admission.
The offer is limited to two VIP members per household and is valid for Legoland Florida or California. LEGO VIP membership is free, but members must be 13 or older. Visit LEGO VIP for more membership rules and information.
Sign up for LEGO VIP status:
- Sign up to become a LEGO VIP. It’s free! There are three ways to sign up:
- Check the ‘Join VIP Program’ box when shopping online at LEGO, and then LEGO will send you a card in the mail
- Pick up a card at a LEGO Store. See the ‘Stores’ tab when shopping online at LEGO for Store Locations
- Call LEGO’s friendly experts at 1-800-835-4386
Pack a blanket and bring the entire family for free outdoor movies in Orlando to get you in the Halloween spirit.
Wednesday Night Pitcher Show
Presented by Enzian Theater
Date: Wednesday nights
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Where: Enzian’s Eden Bar
1300 South Orlando Avenue
Maitland, FL 32751
Upcoming free films:
October 5th – Bride of Chucky
Popcorn Flicks in the Park
Presented by Winter Park and Enzian Theater
When: Second Thursday of the month
Time: Starts at 7 p.m. or 8 p.m. depending on the time of year
Where: Central Park in Downtown Winter Park
Upcoming flicks in the park:
October 13th – The Fly
Friday in the Park
Presented by the City of Mount Dora
When: Second Friday of each month
Time: Starts at dusk
Where: Donnelly Park on the corner of 5th Avenue and Donnelly Street
Upcoming free movies:
October 14th – The Spiderwick Chronicals
Movie Under the Stars
Presented by Avalon Park
When: Select Fridays
Time: 7:30 p.m. (time changes throughout the year)
Where: Town Park in the community of Avalon Park
Upcoming outdoor movies:
October 28th – It’s the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown
Cranes Roost Sunset Cinema
Produced by St. Stephen Lutheran Church
When: Select Saturdays
Time: 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: Cranes Roost Plaza in Altamonte Springs
Upcoming cinema features:
October 8th – The Rugrats Movie
Is there a free event you are looking forward to in October? Share your ideas by emailing news@orlandoonthecheap.com.