Hop through the zoo to find clues leading to the Easter Bunny at Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ Hippity Hop Adventure. Win candy, prizes and pick up surprises at Bunny Stops along the way. Kids will receive free bunny tails to wear on their Easter journey through the zoo. They can also enjoy crafts, a […]
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Altamonte Springs Easter Celebration
Celebrate Easter at Uptown Altamontewith a community service by the First Baptist Church of Altamonte Springs. The day begins at 8 a.m. with a free continental breakfast. The main service is in the Plaza and a special service for the kids will be held at the Eddie Rose Amphitheater. When: Sunday, March 31 from 8 a.m. […]
Winter Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Follow the luck of the Irish through Winter Park for Central Florida’s only St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Sunday, March 3, 2013. The celebration features Irish music and step-dancing at the main stage in Central Park with demonstrations by the Tir Na Greine School of Irish Dance and the Watters School of Irish Dance. Irish music will be provided […]
Light Up UCF
There are two more weekends to experience free and cheap holiday festivities at University of Central Florida. UCF transforms into a winter fun zone at the annual event, Light Up UCF, with free light shows, free outdoor holiday movies, rides and attractions including ice-skating, an ice slide and photos with Santa. The last night of the event […]
Holiday Street Party in College Park
College Park shuts down Edgewater Drive for a night of celebration on the street during Holiday on the Drive. Family-friendly activities include visits with Santa, bounce houses, train rides, pony rides, food vendors and live music. Stroll along the drive to support local businesses, quaint shops and local restaurants. When: Thursday, November 29, 2012 from 5 p.m. […]
Spooky Skate at RDV Sportsplex Ice Den
RDV Sportsplex Ice Den is ready to give you the chills this Halloween during Spooky Skate. This special event includes ice skating, spooky music, trick or treating, face painting and games. If you wear a costume, you’ll save $1 off admission. When: Saturday, October 27 from 2 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. Where: 8701 Maitland Summit Blvd. […]
Storytime at Central Florida Zoo
Bring your young kids to the Central Florida Zoo on Wednesday mornings in October for free reading programs presented by the Orange County Library System Storytellers. At Storytime at the Central Florida Zoo, enjoy animals stories along with a special visit from one of the Zoo animals. The program is designed for pre-school age kids. […]
Library Fall Book Sale
Stock up and save big at the Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale. Fall into savings of 50% off a large collection of lightly used materials including books, DVDs, CDs, classic vinyl and children’s literature. When: Friday, September 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, September 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. […]
Story time at Orange County Libraries
Soaked Orlando at Lake Eola
Move over swans—extreme water sports are taking over Lake Eola. Soaked Orlando Festival makes a splash this weekend, September 7 and 8, with performances by world-champion water skiers, wake boarders and nighttime jumping competitions. Bring along the kids for their own taste of extreme sports with activities like rock climbing and bungee jumping. When: September 7 and […]
