There is so much to do in Orlando this weekend that won't break the bank, with an amazing choice of free and cheap things to do for everyone!
Free And Cheap Things To Do This Weekend In Orlando!
Whether your a local or a visitor to the city, Orlando offers an almost endless choice of things to do, and best of all there is tons of amazing events and things to do that are either free or cheap!
From free events for the little ones, to cheap nights out for the big kids!, we've go you covered with the best free and cheap events and things to do, including community events, car shows, concerts, farmers markets, free museum days, outdoor movie nights, festivals, and more.
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FRIDAY, JULY 12, 2024
Disney Dreams That Soar at Disney Springs
Now - September 2
Imagine hundreds of state-of-the-art drones “dancing” across the sky, choreographed to a soaring musical score of iconic Disney music and memorable dialogue from beloved Disney movies. See Disney stories come to life in Disney Dreams That Soar—a free one-of-a-kind, nearly 10-minute drone show at Disney Springs that’s so exhilarating, you might feel as if you’re flying too!
Fairy Doors at Leu Gardens
Now - August 25
Enter the world of the fairies as you explore the gateways to each of the different fairies throughout Leu Gardens. You’ll find twenty doors that lead to the homes of our garden fairies, each with whimsical and unique design made especially for each fairies’ personality. Enjoy the make believe world of each fairy as you search for their own special door. Included with general admission.
Venardos Circus
Now - August 17
Westgate Resorts and Venardos Circus, offering a one-of-a-kind, limited-run summertime circus spectacular directly outside the gates of Westgate Town Center, Westgate Vacation Villas and Westgate Towers Resorts located off Highway 192 in Kissimmee, Florida. Get tickets now.
Flavors of Florida at Disney Springs
Now - August 11
Calling all food lovers! Flavors of Florida is returning to Disney Springs with a menu that will make your taste buds dance with delight. From July 1 through Aug. 11, 2024, you will have the opportunity to taste some of our must-try items at over 40 flavor-filled locations across Disney Springs. You’ll be able to take part in a summer menu filled with citrus vibes, like the Orange Slushie from Amorette’s Patisserie, or the Key Lime Pie Marshmallows from Wondermade. Let’s not forget the mouthwatering Pork Belly Burnt End Tacos from City Works Eatery & Pour House.
Christmas in July at The Florida Mall
Now - July 31
Beat the heat this July and celebrate the holidays early with a tropical twist at The Florida Mall! The center’s first-ever Christmas in July transports shoppers to a sunny North Pole with Santa visits, festive movies, gift card giveaways and memorable photo opportunities. Visitors can expect a fun summer spin on holiday decor with flamingos, oranges, beach balls and selfie stations throughout the center, all while festive and beach tunes create a one-of-a-kind ambiance.
Dive In Movie Night at Island H2O
Fridays, Now - July 26
Experience all of your family favorite movies on Central Florida’s largest Outdoor Digital Wave Pool Screen at Island H2O, every Friday from 5/31-7/26 at 6 PM! Season Passholders get a FREE bag of Popcorn at every Dive In Movie
Discover Leesburg-Summer Series
July 12
Enjoy live acoustic music in the Towne Square and an evening market on 5th Street as you stroll through downtown and Discover Leesburg.
Casselberry Food Trucks
July 12
Alana Cavanaugh, acoustic singer/songwriter, headlines July’s Food Truck Event in Casselberry on Friday, July 12, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Lake Concord Park. Cavanaugh has played throughout Central Florida and is in the process of writing her next album, while playing covers ranging from rock to pop to folk. Besides the music there will be a luau and backyard style games and activities for families including a BIG bubble blowing area where kids can blow bubbles bigger than themselves! Dogs can join the fun by trying to eat our BACON FLAVORED BUBBLES!!! Also, there will be food trucks and artisan vendors!
Live at The Lawn – ICON Park
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Live at The Lawn is the perfect way for locals and visitors alike to spend time outside and discover new local artists playing a variety of genres. Relax on The Lawn beneath the Orlando Eye and enjoy a drink while taking in the live performances or listen to the DJ entertainment while enjoying a meal at one of ICON Park’s signature restaurants with outdoor seating.
Art After Dark at Lake Nona
Every Friday
Every Friday night, Art After Dark takes over Lake Nona Town Center from 6 pm. Enjoy a stroll as you explore hand crafted artisan products, and tasty cuisine. Be sure to grab a glass a wine, stay a while and enjoy the art displayed on the art installation, The Beacon.
TPD Night Market
Every Friday
TPD Night Market is a weekly Friday night market featuring 20 plus vendors at 431 E Central Blvd, Thornton Park, Orlando.
Winter Garden Friday on the Plaza
Every Friday
Come enjoy live music every Friday night on the Plaza, at Downtown Winter Garden, Centennial Plaza Gazebo.
Friday Muscle Car Show & Cruise
Every Friday
Join the heart pounding excitement of high-performance engines and true horse power for our Muscle Car Show every Friday night at Old Town in Kissimmee. The Friday Muscle Car Show begins at 3 pm featuring show-quality muscle and factory-performance cars from 1964 and newer and classics from 1985 and older. Cars cruise at 8:30 pm.
Dockside Dueling Pianos
Every Friday
Enjoy nonstop live piano music every Friday night at The Wharf at Sunset Walk with late-night food and drink menu.
Sundown Sessions at Lil Indies
Every Friday and Saturday
Sundown Sessions; a free early live-music series inside Lil Indies, giving you the chance to ease into your evening with a cocktail or mocktail, and laid back rock, pop, folk or blues music. Sundown Sessions feature a rotating roster of solo & duo local acts, plus an occasional touring act in Lil Indies.
SATURDAY, JULY 13, 2024
Disney Dreams That Soar at Disney Springs
Now - September 2
Imagine hundreds of state-of-the-art drones “dancing” across the sky, choreographed to a soaring musical score of iconic Disney music and memorable dialogue from beloved Disney movies. See Disney stories come to life in Disney Dreams That Soar—a free one-of-a-kind, nearly 10-minute drone show at Disney Springs that’s so exhilarating, you might feel as if you’re flying too!
Fairy Doors at Leu Gardens
Now - August 25
Enter the world of the fairies as you explore the gateways to each of the different fairies throughout Leu Gardens. You’ll find twenty doors that lead to the homes of our garden fairies, each with whimsical and unique design made especially for each fairies’ personality. Enjoy the make believe world of each fairy as you search for their own special door. Included with general admission.
Venardos Circus
Now - August 17
Westgate Resorts and Venardos Circus, offering a one-of-a-kind, limited-run summertime circus spectacular directly outside the gates of Westgate Town Center, Westgate Vacation Villas and Westgate Towers Resorts located off Highway 192 in Kissimmee, Florida. Get tickets now.
Flavors of Florida at Disney Springs
Now - August 11
Calling all food lovers! Flavors of Florida is returning to Disney Springs with a menu that will make your taste buds dance with delight. From July 1 through Aug. 11, 2024, you will have the opportunity to taste some of our must-try items at over 40 flavor-filled locations across Disney Springs. You’ll be able to take part in a summer menu filled with citrus vibes, like the Orange Slushie from Amorette’s Patisserie, or the Key Lime Pie Marshmallows from Wondermade. Let’s not forget the mouthwatering Pork Belly Burnt End Tacos from City Works Eatery & Pour House.
Christmas in July at The Florida Mall
Now - July 31
Beat the heat this July and celebrate the holidays early with a tropical twist at The Florida Mall! The center’s first-ever Christmas in July transports shoppers to a sunny North Pole with Santa visits, festive movies, gift card giveaways and memorable photo opportunities. Visitors can expect a fun summer spin on holiday decor with flamingos, oranges, beach balls and selfie stations throughout the center, all while festive and beach tunes create a one-of-a-kind ambiance.
Orlando Girls Rock Camp Showcase 2024
July 12
Come check out our annual Orlando Girls Rock Camp Showcase where our campers perform their original songs, collaborate on covers, and put on a performance of a lifetime!! All proceeds from the Showcase go directly to support Orlando Girls Rock Camp. July 13th at Conduit from 2-4pm with the showcase starting around 2:30pm! $10-30 sliding scale donation.
Just Call Moe Celebrity Bowl-o-Rama
July 12
Join us for an afternoon of fun and fundraising at the Oviedo Bowling Center on July 13th from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. as we roll strikes and raise funds for a fantastic cause, Rosie’s Adventures.This event is for ALL AGES. Get ready to rub shoulders with some of Orlando’s brightest stars as they lace up their bowling shoes and hit the lanes for a friendly competition. From local TV and radio personalities to comedians and Orlando notables, you never know who you might spot at this star-studded event!
Book Signing: Kate Moseman
July 12
At Writers Block Bookstore, meet Kate Moseman, a local author of paranormal romance, magical women's fiction, and cozy urban fantasy, and get your books personally signed.
The 3rd Annual Vaudeville Spectacular
July 13
Orlando's Premier Chamber Pops Orchestra and Big Band is back for a third year in a row at Dr Phillips Center, presenting their famous vaudeville variety show, featuring some of Central Florida's best talent.
Movie Trash: "Tip Toes"
July 13
The Nook on Robinson presents Movie Trash - Sporting an all star cast including Matthew McConaughey, Gary Oldman (as a dwarf and also the twin brother of McConaughey), Kate Beckinsale, Peter Dinklage, Patricia Arquette, and directed by the absolutely incredible Matthew Bright
Vault 5421 7th Birthday Bash
July 13
Attention all you wastelanders, vault-dwellers & ghouls! VAULT 5421 turns 7 on Saturday, July 13th and they are celebrating with a Post-Apocalyptic Birthday Bash! Prepare for themed drink S.P.E.C.I.A.L.s, cosplay cage-dancing, cosplay prize raffle, and whatever else they pull out of our hats!
Live at The Lawn – ICON Park
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Live at The Lawn is the perfect way for locals and visitors alike to spend time outside and discover new local artists playing a variety of genres. Relax on The Lawn beneath the Orlando Eye and enjoy a drink while taking in the live performances or listen to the DJ entertainment while enjoying a meal at one of ICON Park’s signature restaurants with outdoor seating.
Sundown Sessions at Lil Indies.
Every Friday and Saturday
Duel of Fools at SAK Comedy Lab
Every Friday and Saturday, 7 pm
This is SAK’s signature improv show! Two teams of professional improvisers compete for your laughs with audience judges selected at the start of the show.
King Of The Hill at SAK Comedy Lab
Every Friday and Saturday, 9pm
In this knockdown, comedy battle, performers pair up in teams of two and use audience suggestions to create scenes, songs and characters. There can only be one King of the Hill!
Disney Springs Kids Club
Every Saturday
Dance, play and be entertained at engaging shows for kids of all ages at the Disney Springs Kids Club, taking place every Saturday. Free Entertainment and Free Parking.
Rollins Museum of Art Weekend Tours
Every Saturday
Join us on Saturday afternoons for docent-led museum tours that highlight works from Rollins Museum of Art's current exhibitions.
Saturday Nite Classic Car Show & Cruise
Every Saturday
Join Old Town in Kissimmee every Saturday and take a trip down memory lane. The Old Town Classic Car Show has been a local tradition for over 30 years, it is one of the premier weekly car shows in Central Florida. The Saturday Classic Car Show begins at 1:00pm and welcomes show-quality 1985 and older hot rods, street rods, and antiques. Cars will cruise at 8:30pm. The event is free for participants and free for the public to attend.
Live Music on the Lawn in Lake Nona
Every Saturday
Live on the Lawn is your Saturday oasis to relax and recharge while listening to live music and playing lawn games with family and friends. Join Lake Nona from 11 am – 3 pm every Saturday!
Show Car Saturday Nights at Promenade at Sunset Walk
Every Saturday
The Promenade at Sunset Walk is home to Show Car Saturday Nights. All makes and models are welcome and displayed along Margaritaville Boulevard. Car enthusiasts will enjoy the music of DJ Scotty B while admiring an amazing collection of classic to modern automobiles, with live bands performing on the Promenade Plaza Stage nightly.
Winter Garden Farmers Market
Every Saturday
The Winter Garden Farmers Market is your hometown market open every Saturday from 8 am - 1 pm in beautiful Historic Winter Garden.
Winter Park Farmers Market
Every Saturday
The Winter Park Farmers’ Market is one of the best produce and plant markets in Central Florida which takes place every Saturday morning from 8 am - 1 pm in Central Park.
Lake Mary Farmers Market
Every Saturday
The Lake Mary Farmers Market features local vendors of produce, plants, baked goods, and arts and crafts. The market is open every Saturday, from 9 am - 1:30 pm at Lake Mary City Hall.
City of Longwood Farmer's Market
Every Saturday
Visit every Saturday at the City of Longwood Farmers Market at Reiter Park from 9 am - 2 pm, with locally sourced seafood and produce to handmade crafts and more.
Lake Nona Farmers Market
Every Saturday
Join in every Saturday morning in Lake Nona, the Lake Nona Farmers Market takes place in the beautiful Town Center from 11 am - 3 pm, shop local with the freshest produce and more.
SUNDAY, JULY 14, 2024
Disney Dreams That Soar at Disney Springs
Now - September 2
Imagine hundreds of state-of-the-art drones “dancing” across the sky, choreographed to a soaring musical score of iconic Disney music and memorable dialogue from beloved Disney movies. See Disney stories come to life in Disney Dreams That Soar—a free one-of-a-kind, nearly 10-minute drone show at Disney Springs that’s so exhilarating, you might feel as if you’re flying too!
Fairy Doors at Leu Gardens
Now - August 25
Enter the world of the fairies as you explore the gateways to each of the different fairies throughout Leu Gardens. You’ll find twenty doors that lead to the homes of our garden fairies, each with whimsical and unique design made especially for each fairies’ personality. Enjoy the make believe world of each fairy as you search for their own special door. Included with general admission.
Venardos Circus
Now - August 17
Westgate Resorts and Venardos Circus, offering a one-of-a-kind, limited-run summertime circus spectacular directly outside the gates of Westgate Town Center, Westgate Vacation Villas and Westgate Towers Resorts located off Highway 192 in Kissimmee, Florida. Get tickets now.
Flavors of Florida at Disney Springs
Now - August 11
Calling all food lovers! Flavors of Florida is returning to Disney Springs with a menu that will make your taste buds dance with delight. From July 1 through Aug. 11, 2024, you will have the opportunity to taste some of our must-try items at over 40 flavor-filled locations across Disney Springs. You’ll be able to take part in a summer menu filled with citrus vibes, like the Orange Slushie from Amorette’s Patisserie, or the Key Lime Pie Marshmallows from Wondermade. Let’s not forget the mouthwatering Pork Belly Burnt End Tacos from City Works Eatery & Pour House.
Christmas in July at The Florida Mall
Now - July 31
Beat the heat this July and celebrate the holidays early with a tropical twist at The Florida Mall! The center’s first-ever Christmas in July transports shoppers to a sunny North Pole with Santa visits, festive movies, gift card giveaways and memorable photo opportunities. Visitors can expect a fun summer spin on holiday decor with flamingos, oranges, beach balls and selfie stations throughout the center, all while festive and beach tunes create a one-of-a-kind ambiance.
Sundays at the Center
Every Sunday, Now - August 4
Join us every Sunday at noon for Sundays at the Center! This free, family-friendly program invites students from grades K to 6 to join us from June 2 to August 4. Beat the summer heat and join us indoors for a refreshing and educational experience that the whole family will enjoy. Dive into captivating Storytimes, get creative with arts & crafts, play fun games, and explore exciting activities. There’s something for everyone to enjoy and learn from on Sundays at the Holocaust Center!
Live at The Lawn – ICON Park
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Live at The Lawn is the perfect way for locals and visitors alike to spend time outside and discover new local artists playing a variety of genres. Relax on The Lawn beneath the Orlando Eye and enjoy a drink while taking in the live performances or listen to the DJ entertainment while enjoying a meal at one of ICON Park’s signature restaurants with outdoor seating.
Sunday-Latin-Sunday
Every Sunday
Prepare to experience the best of Latin nightlife, as Promenade at Sunset Walk, the dining, entertainment and shopping district, debuts its all-new weekend event — Sunday-Latin-Sunday.
JAYO at Lil' Indies
Every Sunday
Catch the free show with Jason Yoho and Friends every Sunday at Lil' Indies.
Lazy Sunday at Aero
Every Sunday
A rooftop day party each and every Sunday at Aero. Free entry all day, 21+. Hookah, Food, Games.
Orlando Farmers Market at Lake Eola Park
Every Sunday
One of the most popular farmers markets in Central Florida, Orlando Farmer’s Market is located in the heart of Orlando at Lake Eola park, and takes place Sundays 10 am - 4 pm.
Celebration Farmers Market
Every Sunday
Every week at Celebration Farmers Market there are multiple vendors selling everything from fresh food and produce, to local crafted jewelry, and much more, with a beautiful backdrop of Lakeside Park, this is a must go to farmers market on Sundays, 9 am - 2 pm
East Orlando Farmer's Market
Every Sunday
The popular East Orlando Farmers Market offers hand selected produce, creative local small business owners, along with botanical varieties to chose from. Every Sunday 11 am - 4 pm.
Clermont Farmer's Market
Every Sunday
Clermont Farmer's Market features over 60 vendors selling seafood, organic produce, and other household items, this popular market is the place to go on Sundays 9 am - 2 pm.
Downtown Mount Dora Village Market
Every Sunday
Mount Dora’s open-air Mount Dora Village Market in Sunset Park is open Sundays from 0 am - 2 pm offering fresh products from over 50 market vendors.
Family Fun Day at Boxi Park
Every Sunday
Enjoy Family Fun Day every Sunday at Boxi Park, with face painters, balloon artists entertainers, and live music. Fun for the whole family! 1 pm - 9 pm.
Sundays at The Alfond Inn
Every Sunday
Enjoy tours of select works on view at The Alfond Inn, on Sundays at 1 p.m. unless otherwise noted on their Events Page. Tours meet in the lobby of The Alfond Inn and last approximately 45 minutes.
Yoga in the Sculpture Garden
Every Sunday
Hosted by the Mennello Museum of American Art with classes led by certified Full Circle Yoga, Winter Park. Start your Sunday mornings out blissfully with a relaxing lakeside flow. Join us in the shade of the trees for a practice that is suitable for all levels! Don’t forget to bring a mat, towel, and water to have a great practice.
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