Central Florida offers many free and cheap things to do, for children and adults, plus events that are worth a splurge. If you’re looking for a way to entertain yourself, your family and your friends, here are some of the best things to do in Orlando and Central Florida this week. The calendar includes events within a 50-mile radius of Orlando, plus a few other events worth a longer drive.
Some events and deals may require prior registration, so plan early.
We add new information every day and you can always find a complete list on our Calendar of Events page. We also have a Central Florida Music Calendar, Central Florida Theater Calendar, Orlando Fitness Events Calendar and and an Orlando Art Exhibits and Openings Calendar.
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You can also add your organization’s events to our calendars. You can email us at news@orlandoonthecheap.com to share information about discounts, ask about advertising or share information about events you think we should feature on our site.
Here’s our list of the top free events, discounts and deals this week in and around Orlando.
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Rent your own Swan Boat at Lake Eola in downtown Orlando.
MORE 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.
- Lake Eola features a playground, art sculptures, and swan boats.
- Harry P. Leu Gardens is a 50-acre botanical oasis boasting a rose garden, butterfly garden, and vegetable garden.
- 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.
You might also be interested in discounted tickets to:
- SeaWorld Orlando
- Universal Orlando Resort
- Kennedy Space Center
- Gatorland
- Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
More Things To Do This Week In Orlando
Here is a calendar of events of all prices this week in and around Orlando. These events are provided by event organizers and others. You can add your own events to this calendar, too.
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