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 & 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, OCTOBER 18, 2024
Sally Michel: Abstracting Tonalism
September 21 - Sunday, January 12
Sally Michel: Abstracting Tonalism is the first museum retrospective in over 20 years of Sally Michel's Modernist landscapes and figurations from the 1930s - 1990s. Lng overlooked in traditional Art Historical discourse, This exbibition taked place at the Mennello Museum of American Art .
September 20 - January 5
Torn Apart at Orlando Museum Of Art brings together for the first time Andrew Krivinen"s extensive collection of punk graphics and ephemera, Malcolm Garrett, MBE's collection of Vivienne Westwood garments and Sheila Rock's photography. Torn Apart is recognized as one of the most comprehensive punk exhibitions to date.
September 20 - January 5
J. Grant Brittain is one of the most widely recognized and influential skateboard photographers on the planet. This exhibit at Orlando Museum Of Art is the acclaimed photographer's very first museum exhibition retrospective and a chance to see this collection of works from the 1980's which has inspired so many generations.
September 20 - January 5
Front Row Center at Orlando Museum of Art grants viewers an all-access pass to some of the most memorable performances in popular music history, bringing together over 70 iconic images of legendary musicians and singers across three genres and generations. This exhibition charts renowned photographer Larry Hulstกฏs extraordinary path through the pulsing heart of the most exciting live music of the last century,.
August 24 - December 15
This year, Watermark commemorates three decades of dedicated service, championing the interests of the LGBTQ+ community throughout Florida. Cover Story: Celebrating Watermark’s 30 Years at Orange County Regional History Center features a retrospective of 30 of the publication’s most impactful covers, which illustrate the profound journey of LGBTQ+ history over the past three decades.
September 6 - December 1, 2024
Step into a world of childhood nostalgia at Orlando Museum of Art with Golden Legacy: Original Art from 80 Years of Golden Books. This exhibition showcases over sixty original illustrations from the Random House archives, featuring timeless classics like The Poky Little Puppy, Tootle, Home for a Bunny, The Color Kittens, I Can Fly, and so many more!
October 1 - November 30
Bok Tower Gardens and master stone balancer Adam Conard, also known as the artist ZOTO, will present the first full campus exhibition of stone balances. The exhibition Stories in Stone features 20 mind-bending stone balances housed in beautiful areas of the gardens.
September 28 - November 24
Get lost in our Corn Maze, challenge gravity on the Jumping Pillow, and feel the rush on our Super Slide! But the excitement doesn't stop there – bring out the little knights and princesses to conquer our Castle Playground or hop aboard our charming Hay Rides. And of course, no visit is complete without a trip to our Pumpkin Patch, where autumn magic comes to life!
Weekends, September 21 - November 3
Celebrate fall in Florida at Amber Brooke Farm’s biggest festival of the year! The family can pick pumpkins, get lost in the crop maze, pet animals in the petting zoo, pick flowers and vegetables, listen to live music and entertainment, and more.
September 25 - November 3
The art exhibition runs from September 17 – November 3, 2024, and residents and visitors are encouraged to visit the Terrace Gallery at Orlando City Hall to enjoy a beautiful display that enhances the rich Latin American culture and heritage through the artistic creativity and lens of our beloved visual artists.
Select Days, September 30 - November 3, 2024
The Wait is Over. Introducing Fun Spot’s FUNOWEEN Monster ‘Ganza! Get ready for a season full of monstrous fun! This brand-new seasonal event expands the Fun Spot brand within all three of our family-friendly parks with a refreshing approach to our Halloween offerings.
Funoween will feature unique and special events that cater to guests of all ages! In addition to our Trick-Or-Treating and Dance Party, guests are encouraged to come and participate in one of our many exciting activities during the Halloween season! Not only are these events included with admission, but they’re full of prizes as well!
Saturday & Sunday, September 7 - November 2
NEW for the 2024 Season, enjoy Tailgate Weekends! Every weekend in September and October, root for your favorite football team on the jumbotron while you float in Live! Lagoon Wave Pool.
Select Nights, September 27 - October 31
Experience an even bigger and spookier Haunting Nights in 2024! An artful Halloween experience featuring immersive worlds; great food and drink; fun fall-inspired experiences; and some unexpected surprises from the forest. A perfectly haunting night out at Leu Gardens. For guests 13 and up.
Select Nights, September 27 - October 31
Gather the entire family and enter into exciting immersive worlds throughout Orlando’s Leu Gardens. Happy Frights in 2024 presents brand new immersive worlds with fun surprises! Happy Frights is a fun night out this fall for all the family.
September 28 – October 31
The Community United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch has been a CUMC tradition for over 25 years, during the month of October, thousands of people pass through their patch. Not only is the pumpkin patch a fundraising effort for our Student Ministry, but it also serves as an outreach for the community. Granny Pumpkin talks and sings with children's groups visiting our campus, sharing with them the story of salvation, while the children sit among the bales of hay and pumpkins.
September 28 - October 31
Here at Hagerty Farms Pumpkin Patch, lovated at Oviedo High School, you'll discover pumpkins, gourds, more pumpkins and all pumpkins, just pumpkins of all kinds! This is a great spot for seasonal family pictures too.
October 1 - 31
Ready to take your taste buds on a world tour without leaving Oviedo? Join us for the Festival of Flavors at Oviedo Mall—a month-long celebration of food, fun, and fantastic prizes! From October 1 through October 31, the mall transforms into a global dining destination where your taste buds can travel the world in just one food court. With 18 unique dining spots waiting to be explored, you can experience the tastes of Italy, Mexico, Japan, and beyond—all under one roof!
Various Dates, October 1 - 31
Enzian’s 13+ Films and Cocktails are back with a vengeance! This year’s lineup is better than ever, with 17 of the spookiest, scariest, and most fun films Enzian could find. There’s spine-chilling excitement for all ages, including the return of the Kid’s Halloween Party, Eden Bar Halloween Party, and the resurrection of Wednesday Night Pitcher Shows!
October 18 - 30
Experience the Promenade at Sunset Walk and select your "Perfect Pumpkins" to Take Home. Capture the Family in our Fall Photo Opportunity complete with your John Deere Tractor and Scarecrow!nEnjoy Live Music Nightly, Amazing Restaurants, Dessert Options, Shopping and Experiences! The Patch is Open Daily from 4:00pm till 8:00pm, Pumpkin Prices vary by size. Plus, "Pumpkin Painting" October 26th & 27th from 2 to 4pm, Kids receive a Free Paint Kit with every Pumpkin Purchase!
Weekends, September 28 - October 29
Pumpkins at Santa’s Tree Farm are fresh picked, and then displayed in a shaded lot to help preserve their freshness. There is so much to enjoy here including barnyard animals, horse and pony rides, hay rides, bounce pillow, giant slide, barrel train rides, mazes and play areas.
September 28 - October 29
Join Showcase of Citrus Pumpkin Ponderosa to pick your perfect pumpkin, take great family photos, and enjoy various activities! Burn off steam on the playground, take a hayride or even a monster truck ride.
September 28 - October 29
Join the family farm for their annual Fall Festival at Southern Hill Farms Festival! What fall adventure would be complete without mouth-watering apple cider donuts, jolly Jumbo Jack carving pumpkins and s’mores around the fire pits.
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, September 27 – October 27
Activities this year include two hay rides, corn maze, toddler maze, pumpkin patch, Country Store, play structures, high strikers, football area, basketball area, The Cow Wash, and much more! Pumpkin chunkin’ and tennis ball launching from an air cannon are also available.
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, September 27 – October 27
Join us at the farm for our fall festivities. Starting September 27, the farm will be open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Parking and admission to the farm is complimentary. Additionally, we offer free photo opportunities with our vintage tractors and automobiles. Plus, don't miss the Fall Scavenger Hunt Maze, and the Haunted Halloween Maze.
Select Days, September 30 - October 27
A brand-new Junie B. Jones escapade, written just for Orlando Family Stage as a world-premiere production. The ever-lovable (yet quite a handful) Junie B. has a slight problem – she’s a bit afraid of Halloween! Are there real witches and monsters amongst the trick-or-treaters? Do bats really nest in your hair? What exactly is candy corn? However, before the big night, Junie B. plans to win all the games and prizes at the school carnival, hoping that will arm her with all the courage and bravery she needs.
Every Fri, Sat & Sun, October 4 - 27
Enjoy the corn maze, petting zoo, games, bounce houses, hayrides and a great pumpkin patch at Cowart Ranch and Farms. It's not just pumpkins you can pick here, you can pick sunflowers and blueberries too.
October 5 - 27
2024 3rd Annual Fall Pumpkin Patch at Springtime Farms Adventure Park in Polk City, features lots of animals that you can hold touch and feed. Pumpkin Patch, 1 FREE Pumpkin per Child (While Supplies Last), Petting Farm, 70 Foot Jumping Pillows, Inflatable Slides, Bounce House, Inflatable Corn Maze, Haunted Trail, Bird Aviary, Pedal Karts and more. Food Trucks. FREE PARKING.
Weekends, October 5 - 27
Enjoy days of Fall Fun at Lum’s Fall Festival. PETTING ZOO, INFLATABLES, VENDORS, HAY RIDES, FOOD & DESSERTS, GAMES & MUCH MORE! Free parking & all activities included with wristband.
Saturday and Sunday, October 5 - 27
At Partin Ranch Corn Maze, the whole family can enjoy a huge selection of various sized pumpkins, plus mazes, barrel train ride, hayride, games, various play areas, and more.
Weekends, October 12 - 27, 2024
The popular Gators, Ghosts, and Goblins Halloween event is returning to the “Alligator Capital of the World” for its sixth year of spooky fun for all the family! The daytime event that is included with park admission is taking place over three weekends in October, from Oct. 12 through 27, 2024. Meet Gravedigger, Florida Bigfoot and Skunk Ape, and more. There is so much for all the family to enjoy this year at Gators, Ghosts, and Goblins, including a children’s Halloween costume parade with treat bags for all kids who participate. Plus, the entire family will enjoy fun shows, a live DJ, specialty vendors, games, photo-ops, candy giveaways, and more.
October 17 - 20
Apopka’s Fall Family Festival takes place at Kit Land Nelson Park in Apopka. Organized by the Rotary Club of Apopka Foundation, the Fall Family Festival includes carnival rides, a beer and wine garden, live music and vendors.
October 18, 2024
Enjo a SPECIAL evening at Movie Night in The Park, hosted at The Oviedo Amphitheatre in Center Lake Park! The movie kicks off at dusk. Be sure to bring along your favorite blanket or comfy lawn chairs for a cozy viewing experience. To snag the best seats on the family lawn, arrive early as spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis. This special Halloween Edition of Movie in the Park will include SCARY-o-Ke, Trunk or Treat, Costume Contest, Movie in the Park, and Food Trucks.
October 18, 2024
Join the Winter Springs Police Department at Torcaso Park for a spooky movie in the park. Food trucks, popcorn, and treats will be available for all. Please bring a picnic blanket or lawn chair to watch the movie in the park. The movie will begin at sunset. Movie: Coco (2017) Rated PG.
October 18
Bring your family and meet your neighbors at Crescent Park for a movie night under the stars featuring, The Haunted Mansion. Meet and greet with the Hatbox Ghost from 6-7 pm. The movie starts at 7 pm.
October 18
Bring a lawnchair and snacks or purchase from food trucks in attendance. Movie: Coco October 18 - Cypress Grove Park.
October 18
Admission to this event at Art & History Museums - Maitland is FREE! However, donations of any size are gratefully accepted with your order or at the event, in order to support our many free community programs! Celebrate the opening of this new contemporary art exhibition with music, a food truck, cash bar, and our featured artist on our beautiful National Historic Landmark campus! Featuring the art of Que Throm and Cicero Greathouse.
Every Friday
Food Truck Fridays is a weekly food truck gathering from Parking Lot Party. Every Friday at Ivanhoe Park Brewing,10 different food trucks will be available to kick your weekend off right.
Every Friday and Saturday
Discover Sanford’s unknown and sometimes dark history, including access to a haunted area!
This 90-minute tour led by a local guide allows you to experience historical stories of Sanford’s past residents and those still lurking around are plentiful.
Every Friday and Saturday
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.
Every Friday and Saturday
In this knockdown, drag-out comedy battle, a cast of our professional performers pair up in teams of two and use audience suggestions to create scenes, songs and characters on the spot at King of the Hill!
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.
Every Friday
TPD Night Market is a weekly Friday night market featuring 20 plus vendors at 431 E Central Blvd, Thornton Park, Orlando.
Every Friday
Come enjoy live music every Friday night on the Plaza, at Downtown Winter Garden in the beautiful Centennial Plaza Gazebo.
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.
Every Friday
Round up your crew every Friday for Ladies Night at PBR Cowboy Bar, at Live! at the Pointe Orlando. Ladies drink free from 8 - 10 pm, and you can kick off the night with line dancing from 7 - 9 pm. Enjoy boot-stompin' DJ sets and a lively country vibe that's perfect for a night out with your girlies. Look for giveaways and other drink specials all night!
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2024
Sally Michel: Abstracting Tonalism
September 21 - Sunday, January 12
Sally Michel: Abstracting Tonalism is the first museum retrospective in over 20 years of Sally Michel's Modernist landscapes and figurations from the 1930s - 1990s. Lng overlooked in traditional Art Historical discourse, This exbibition taked place at the Mennello Museum of American Art .
September 20 - January 5
Torn Apart at Orlando Museum Of Art brings together for the first time Andrew Krivinen"s extensive collection of punk graphics and ephemera, Malcolm Garrett, MBE's collection of Vivienne Westwood garments and Sheila Rock's photography. Torn Apart is recognized as one of the most comprehensive punk exhibitions to date.
September 20 - January 5
J. Grant Brittain is one of the most widely recognized and influential skateboard photographers on the planet. This exhibit at Orlando Museum Of Art is the acclaimed photographer's very first museum exhibition retrospective and a chance to see this collection of works from the 1980's which has inspired so many generations.
September 20 - January 5
Front Row Center at Orlando Museum of Art grants viewers an all-access pass to some of the most memorable performances in popular music history, bringing together over 70 iconic images of legendary musicians and singers across three genres and generations. This exhibition charts renowned photographer Larry Hulstกฏs extraordinary path through the pulsing heart of the most exciting live music of the last century,.
August 24 - December 15
This year, Watermark commemorates three decades of dedicated service, championing the interests of the LGBTQ+ community throughout Florida. Cover Story: Celebrating Watermark’s 30 Years at Orange County Regional History Center features a retrospective of 30 of the publication’s most impactful covers, which illustrate the profound journey of LGBTQ+ history over the past three decades.
September 6 - December 1, 2024
Step into a world of childhood nostalgia at Orlando Museum of Art with Golden Legacy: Original Art from 80 Years of Golden Books. This exhibition showcases over sixty original illustrations from the Random House archives, featuring timeless classics like The Poky Little Puppy, Tootle, Home for a Bunny, The Color Kittens, I Can Fly, and so many more!
October 1 - November 30
Bok Tower Gardens and master stone balancer Adam Conard, also known as the artist ZOTO, will present the first full campus exhibition of stone balances. The exhibition Stories in Stone features 20 mind-bending stone balances housed in beautiful areas of the gardens.
September 28 - November 24
Get lost in our Corn Maze, challenge gravity on the Jumping Pillow, and feel the rush on our Super Slide! But the excitement doesn't stop there – bring out the little knights and princesses to conquer our Castle Playground or hop aboard our charming Hay Rides. And of course, no visit is complete without a trip to our Pumpkin Patch, where autumn magic comes to life! At Great Scott Farms, we've got something for everyone, so gather your friends and family and let the adventure begin!
Weekends, September 21 - November 3
Celebrate fall in Florida at Amber Brooke Farm’s biggest festival of the year! The family can pick pumpkins, get lost in the crop maze, pet animals in the petting zoo, pick flowers and vegetables, listen to live music and entertainment, and more.
September 25 - November 3
The art exhibition runs from September 17 – November 3, 2024, and residents and visitors are encouraged to visit the Terrace Gallery at Orlando City Hall to enjoy a beautiful display that enhances the rich Latin American culture and heritage through the artistic creativity and lens of our beloved visual artists.
Select Days, September 30 - November 3, 2024
The Wait is Over. Introducing Fun Spot’s FUNOWEEN Monster ‘Ganza! Get ready for a season full of monstrous fun! This brand-new seasonal event expands the Fun Spot brand within all three of our family-friendly parks with a refreshing approach to our Halloween offerings.
Funoween will feature unique and special events that cater to guests of all ages! In addition to our Trick-Or-Treating and Dance Party, guests are encouraged to come and participate in one of our many exciting activities during the Halloween season! Not only are these events included with admission, but they’re full of prizes as well!
Saturday & Sunday, September 7 - November 2
NEW for the 2024 Season, enjoy Tailgate Weekends! Every weekend in September and October, root for your favorite football team on the jumbotron while you float in Live! Lagoon Wave Pool.
Select Nights, September 27 - October 31
Experience an even bigger and spookier Haunting Nights in 2024! An artful Halloween experience featuring immersive worlds; great food and drink; fun fall-inspired experiences; and some unexpected surprises from the forest. A perfectly haunting night out at Leu Gardens. For guests 13 and up.
Select Nights, September 27 - October 31
Gather the entire family and enter into exciting immersive worlds throughout Orlando’s Leu Gardens. Happy Frights in 2024 presents brand new immersive worlds with fun surprises! Happy Frights is a fun night out this fall for all the family.
September 28 – October 31
The Community United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch has been a CUMC tradition for over 25 years, during the month of October, thousands of people pass through their patch. Not only is the pumpkin patch a fundraising effort for our Student Ministry, but it also serves as an outreach for the community. Granny Pumpkin talks and sings with children's groups visiting our campus, sharing with them the story of salvation, while the children sit among the bales of hay and pumpkins.
September 28 - October 31
Here at Hagerty Farms Pumpkin Patch, lovated at Oviedo High School, you'll discover pumpkins, gourds, more pumpkins and all pumpkins, just pumpkins of all kinds! This is a great spot for seasonal family pictures too.
October 1 - 31
Ready to take your taste buds on a world tour without leaving Oviedo? Join us for the Festival of Flavors at Oviedo Mall—a month-long celebration of food, fun, and fantastic prizes! From October 1 through October 31, the mall transforms into a global dining destination where your taste buds can travel the world in just one food court. With 18 unique dining spots waiting to be explored, you can experience the tastes of Italy, Mexico, Japan, and beyond—all under one roof!
Various Dates, October 1 - 31
Enzian’s 13+ Films and Cocktails are back with a vengeance! This year’s lineup is better than ever, with 17 of the spookiest, scariest, and most fun films Enzian could find. There’s spine-chilling excitement for all ages, including the return of the Kid’s Halloween Party, Eden Bar Halloween Party, and the resurrection of Wednesday Night Pitcher Shows!
October 18 - 30
Experience the Promenade at Sunset Walk and select your "Perfect Pumpkins" to Take Home. Capture the Family in our Fall Photo Opportunity complete with your John Deere Tractor and Scarecrow!nEnjoy Live Music Nightly, Amazing Restaurants, Dessert Options, Shopping and Experiences! The Patch is Open Daily from 4:00pm till 8:00pm, Pumpkin Prices vary by size. Plus, "Pumpkin Painting" October 26th & 27th from 2 to 4pm, Kids receive a Free Paint Kit with every Pumpkin Purchase!
Weekends, September 28 - October 29
Pumpkins at Santa’s Tree Farm are fresh picked, and then displayed in a shaded lot to help preserve their freshness. There is so much to enjoy here including barnyard animals, horse and pony rides, hay rides, bounce pillow, giant slide, barrel train rides, mazes and play areas.
September 28 - October 29
Join Showcase of Citrus Pumpkin Ponderosa to pick your perfect pumpkin, take great family photos, and enjoy various activities! Burn off steam on the playground, take a hayride or even a monster truck ride.
September 28 - October 29
Join the family farm for their annual Fall Festival at Southern Hill Farms Festival! What fall adventure would be complete without mouth-watering apple cider donuts, jolly Jumbo Jack carving pumpkins and s’mores around the fire pits.
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, September 27 – October 27
Activities this year include two hay rides, corn maze, toddler maze, pumpkin patch, Country Store, play structures, high strikers, football area, basketball area, The Cow Wash, and much more! Pumpkin chunkin’ and tennis ball launching from an air cannon are also available.
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, September 27 – October 27
Join us at the farm for our fall festivities. Starting September 27, the farm will be open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Parking and admission to the farm is complimentary. Additionally, we offer free photo opportunities with our vintage tractors and automobiles. Plus, don't miss the Fall Scavenger Hunt Maze, and the Haunted Halloween Maze.
Select Days, September 30 - October 27
A brand-new Junie B. Jones escapade, written just for Orlando Family Stage as a world-premiere production. The ever-lovable (yet quite a handful) Junie B. has a slight problem – she’s a bit afraid of Halloween! Are there real witches and monsters amongst the trick-or-treaters? Do bats really nest in your hair? What exactly is candy corn? However, before the big night, Junie B. plans to win all the games and prizes at the school carnival, hoping that will arm her with all the courage and bravery she needs.
Every Fri, Sat & Sun, October 4 - 27
Enjoy the corn maze, petting zoo, games, bounce houses, hayrides and a great pumpkin patch at Cowart Ranch and Farms. It's not just pumpkins you can pick here, you can pick sunflowers and blueberries too.
October 5 - 27
2024 3rd Annual Fall Pumpkin Patch at Springtime Farms Adventure Park in Polk City, features lots of animals that you can hold touch and feed. Pumpkin Patch, 1 FREE Pumpkin per Child (While Supplies Last), Petting Farm, 70 Foot Jumping Pillows, Inflatable Slides, Bounce House, Inflatable Corn Maze, Haunted Trail, Bird Aviary, Pedal Karts and more. Food Trucks. FREE PARKING.
Weekends, October 5 - 27
Enjoy days of Fall Fun at Lum’s Fall Festival. PETTING ZOO, INFLATABLES, VENDORS, HAY RIDES, FOOD & DESSERTS, GAMES & MUCH MORE! Free parking & all activities included with wristband.
Saturday and Sunday, October 5 - 27
At Partin Ranch Corn Maze, the whole family can enjoy a huge selection of various sized pumpkins, plus mazes, barrel train ride, hayride, games, various play areas, and more.
Weekends, October 12 - 27, 2024
The popular Gators, Ghosts, and Goblins Halloween event is returning to the “Alligator Capital of the World” for its sixth year of spooky fun for all the family! The daytime event that is included with park admission is taking place over three weekends in October, from Oct. 12 through 27, 2024. Meet Gravedigger, Florida Bigfoot and Skunk Ape, and more. There is so much for all the family to enjoy this year at Gators, Ghosts, and Goblins, including a children’s Halloween costume parade with treat bags for all kids who participate. Plus, the entire family will enjoy fun shows, a live DJ, specialty vendors, games, photo-ops, candy giveaways, and more.
October 17 - 20
Apopka’s Fall Family Festival takes place at Kit Land Nelson Park in Apopka. Organized by the Rotary Club of Apopka Foundation, the Fall Family Festival includes carnival rides, a beer and wine garden, live music and vendors.
October 19, 2024
Join Halloween Fest on Sunday, October 19 from 11-3 pm at the Waterford Lakes Town Center! A fun trick-or-treating event with family-friendly businesses handing out candy and showcasing what they offer. When the candy runs out, don't forgot to enjoy the FREE balloon animals, crafts, temp tattoo scans, reptile petting zoo and more fun activities. Come dressed up as a family and you might win a prize!
October 19, 2024
The Blue Spring State Park Trunk or Treat is happening on October 19th. The event will begin at 5:00pm and end at 6:30pm. Come dressed in your Halloween costumes and be prepared for Games, Music, Contests,, and of course Candy!
The Trunk-or-Treat event is free to attend with park admission.
$6 per vehicle with 2-8 occupants, $4 for a single occupant, $2 for bikers, pedestrians, extra passengers.
October 19, 2024
This event at Blue Spring State Park, 2100 W French Ave. Orange City will include a Haunted Trail, Guided Moonlight Hikes, and a Haunted River Cruise hosted by Blue Spring Adventures. Halloween at BOO SPRING is a spooky after-hours event that will include loud noises, strobe lights, jump scares, and possible suggestive themes. Parental discretion is advised.
October 19, 2024
Come out to Reiter Park on Saturday, October 19 from 3 - 6 pm for truck or treating with a variety of trucks, and other vehicles, free candy for children, bounce houses, food vendors, and much more. Activities include a children's costume contest, Truck-or Treating, Bounce Houses, Games, Free candy for the children, Vendors, and much more.
October 19
Adopt-A-Tree is back at Dr. P. Phillips Community Park, located at 8249 Buenavista Woods Blvd, Orlando. Residents can pick up available tree species from 8 am - 12 pm., or until supplies last. Limit 2 per household. Residents are asked to bring proof of residency, in the form of a driver license, photo ID or utility bill.
October 19
Bring a lawnchair and snacks or purchase from food trucks in attendance. Movie: Coco October 19 - Bithlo Community Park.
October 19
The 7th Annual Sanford Jazz in the Park Music Festival in Historic Downtown Sanford is a FREE community event in Centennial Park. Enjoy some of the best local jazz bands in a beautiful park setting featuring food trucks, craft beer, cocktails, vendors, artisans and lots of family-friendly community fun!
October 19
Celebrate fall at the annual Downtown Clermont Harvest Festival. Downtown Clermont is buzzing with excitement as the Annual Harvest Festival makes a grand return with a day filled with delightful autumn activities. From a charming pumpkin patch and lively kids zone to the enchanting beats of live music in three different areas, enjoy the fun at this free family festival.
October 19
Orlando’s Come Out With Pride is a celebration of LGBTQ+ pride and support, taking place in downtown Orlando, the parade and festival is family-friendly and welcoming to all. With over 200 organizations and supportive businesses marching, this most colorful parade is truly a sight to behold. Celebrating 20 years, everyone from Central Florida and beyond is invited to come together and make a positive impact on Orlando’s LGBTQ+ community.
October 19
Join Sunsational Farms down on the farm for some family fun this Fall. The iconic Big Orange will be transformed into Big Jack, a perfect photo opportunity for a unique, awesome picture. Plus enjoy bee train, carnival games, pumpkin etc, food truck and more.
October 19
On October 19 from 5 - 7pm, you’ll enjoy dancing to sick Eras themed beats at a family friendly foam party at Live! Lagoon Wave Pool! Prove you’re a mastermind at Taylor Trivia and make the whole place shimmer at the costume contest for a chance to win an Island H2O Water Park 2025 Season Pass! Plus enjoy themed food and drink specials and a friendship bracelet making station available for purchase.
October 19
Come join us for a free day at UCF Lake Claire Recreational Area, filled with fun, music, and delicious food at Filo Fest! This exciting event will be a beautiful tapestry of Filipino arts, ranging from arts and crafts and included Filipino food to stage performances like Filipino martial arts, traditional dance, music, and a fashion show.
Every Friday and Saturday
Discover Sanford’s unknown and sometimes dark history, including access to a haunted area!
This 90-minute tour led by a local guide allows you to experience historical stories of Sanford’s past residents and those still lurking around are plentiful.
Every Saturday
Enjoy the haunted tales of ghostly experiences in Historic Downtown Sanford while sipping some delicious craft beer from three popular craft beer establishments. This 90-minute tasting tour starting at 8:30 pm is led by BJCP Certified Beer Judge, Gary Holmes. Learn historical stories gathered from the people who live in Sanford, while getting intimate with local brewers and Sanford craft beer.
Every Friday and Saturday
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.
Every Friday and Saturday
In this knockdown, drag-out comedy battle, a cast of our professional performers pair up in teams of two and use audience suggestions to create scenes, songs and characters on the spot at King of the Hill!
Every Saturday and Sunday
Enjoy yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature. Takes place every Saturday, 9 - 10 am and Sundays 4 - 5 pm. $15 (Proceeds will benefit Mead Botanical Garden) . Bring a yoga mat and water.
Every Saturday
Mead Botanical Gardens offers a unique experience to practice Tai Chi in the Garden with certified Tai Chi Health Master Trainer, Tony Garcia. Takes place every Saturday, 10:30 - 11.30 am. Please bring water.
Every Saturday
Namaste, a new you awaits. Find your perfect balance in the serene outdoor yoga classes at Lake Nona Wave Hotel. Set amidst the picturesque Sculpture Garden, experienced nstructors will guide you through a harmonious blend of strength and flexibility.
Every Saturday
Catch the excitement with dynamic drink specials and cool cocktails at Shark Bar’s at Live! at the Pointe Orlando! Ladies enjoy a complimentary all-inclusive drink package, while guys can grab theirs for just $20. Both are available from 8 pm to 10 pm. Get ready to Hang 10 at 10 pm every Saturday and keep the good vibes rolling all night long!
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.
Every Saturday
It's every yoga and beer lover's favorite time of the week! Come join RockPit Brewing & Distilling this Saturday morning for some rejuvenating yoga and a pint of craft beer deliciousness at the end. Don't forget to bring your yoga mat. $10 at the door or pre-purchase.
Every Saturday
Join Bicikleta Bike Shop on a Lake Monroe Loop. This 28-mile bike ride will take you on an adventure around Lake Monroe. Saturday mornings – meet up is at 7:15 am. The ride starts promptly at 7:30 am.
Every Saturday
Cowpokes and bronco busters descend upon Westgate River Ranch Resort every Saturday night at 7:30 pm for an evening of fun inside the 1,200-seat rodeo arena. The Saturday Night Rodeo features trick riding, bull riding, calf roping, barrel racing, and rodeo clown antics. After that, get your feet moving during the lively Dance Party just outside the River Ranch Saloon. Enjoy music and games from a lively DJ to end a perfect day.
Every Saturday
Join us on Saturday afternoons for docent-led museum tours that highlight works from Rollins Museum of Art's current exhibitions.
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.
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!
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.
Every Saturday
The Sunset Saturday Artisan Market takes place at the Promenade at Sunset Walk every Saturday evening, featuring the best local artisan, craft, and specialty vendors from across Central Florida.
Every Saturday
The Winter Garden Farmers Market is your hometown market open every Saturday from 8 am - 1 pm in beautiful Historic Winter Garden.
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.
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.
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.
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, OCTOBER 20, 2024
Sally Michel: Abstracting Tonalism
September 21 - Sunday, January 12
Sally Michel: Abstracting Tonalism is the first museum retrospective in over 20 years of Sally Michel's Modernist landscapes and figurations from the 1930s - 1990s. Lng overlooked in traditional Art Historical discourse, This exbibition taked place at the Mennello Museum of American Art .
September 20 - January 5
Torn Apart at Orlando Museum Of Art brings together for the first time Andrew Krivinen"s extensive collection of punk graphics and ephemera, Malcolm Garrett, MBE's collection of Vivienne Westwood garments and Sheila Rock's photography. Torn Apart is recognized as one of the most comprehensive punk exhibitions to date.
September 20 - January 5
J. Grant Brittain is one of the most widely recognized and influential skateboard photographers on the planet. This exhibit at Orlando Museum Of Art is the acclaimed photographer's very first museum exhibition retrospective and a chance to see this collection of works from the 1980's which has inspired so many generations.
September 20 - January 5
Front Row Center at Orlando Museum of Art grants viewers an all-access pass to some of the most memorable performances in popular music history, bringing together over 70 iconic images of legendary musicians and singers across three genres and generations. This exhibition charts renowned photographer Larry Hulstกฏs extraordinary path through the pulsing heart of the most exciting live music of the last century,.
August 24 - December 15
This year, Watermark commemorates three decades of dedicated service, championing the interests of the LGBTQ+ community throughout Florida. Cover Story: Celebrating Watermark’s 30 Years at Orange County Regional History Center features a retrospective of 30 of the publication’s most impactful covers, which illustrate the profound journey of LGBTQ+ history over the past three decades.
September 6 - December 1, 2024
Step into a world of childhood nostalgia at Orlando Museum of Art with Golden Legacy: Original Art from 80 Years of Golden Books. This exhibition showcases over sixty original illustrations from the Random House archives, featuring timeless classics like The Poky Little Puppy, Tootle, Home for a Bunny, The Color Kittens, I Can Fly, and so many more!
October 1 - November 30
Bok Tower Gardens and master stone balancer Adam Conard, also known as the artist ZOTO, will present the first full campus exhibition of stone balances. The exhibition Stories in Stone features 20 mind-bending stone balances housed in beautiful areas of the gardens.
September 28 - November 24
Get lost in our Corn Maze, challenge gravity on the Jumping Pillow, and feel the rush on our Super Slide! But the excitement doesn't stop there – bring out the little knights and princesses to conquer our Castle Playground or hop aboard our charming Hay Rides. And of course, no visit is complete without a trip to our Pumpkin Patch, where autumn magic comes to life! At Great Scott Farms, we've got something for everyone, so gather your friends and family and let the adventure begin!
Weekends, September 21 - November 3
Celebrate fall in Florida at Amber Brooke Farm’s biggest festival of the year! The family can pick pumpkins, get lost in the crop maze, pet animals in the petting zoo, pick flowers and vegetables, listen to live music and entertainment, and more.
September 25 - November 3
The art exhibition runs from September 17 – November 3, 2024, and residents and visitors are encouraged to visit the Terrace Gallery at Orlando City Hall to enjoy a beautiful display that enhances the rich Latin American culture and heritage through the artistic creativity and lens of our beloved visual artists.
Select Days, September 30 - November 3, 2024
The Wait is Over. Introducing Fun Spot’s FUNOWEEN Monster ‘Ganza! Get ready for a season full of monstrous fun! This brand-new seasonal event expands the Fun Spot brand within all three of our family-friendly parks with a refreshing approach to our Halloween offerings.
Funoween will feature unique and special events that cater to guests of all ages! In addition to our Trick-Or-Treating and Dance Party, guests are encouraged to come and participate in one of our many exciting activities during the Halloween season! Not only are these events included with admission, but they’re full of prizes as well!
Saturday & Sunday, September 7 - November 2
NEW for the 2024 Season, enjoy Tailgate Weekends! Every weekend in September and October, root for your favorite football team on the jumbotron while you float in Live! Lagoon Wave Pool.
Select Nights, September 27 - October 31
Experience an even bigger and spookier Haunting Nights in 2024! An artful Halloween experience featuring immersive worlds; great food and drink; fun fall-inspired experiences; and some unexpected surprises from the forest. A perfectly haunting night out at Leu Gardens. For guests 13 and up.
Select Nights, September 27 - October 31
Gather the entire family and enter into exciting immersive worlds throughout Orlando’s Leu Gardens. Happy Frights in 2024 presents brand new immersive worlds with fun surprises! Happy Frights is a fun night out this fall for all the family.
September 28 – October 31
The Community United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch has been a CUMC tradition for over 25 years, during the month of October, thousands of people pass through their patch. Not only is the pumpkin patch a fundraising effort for our Student Ministry, but it also serves as an outreach for the community. Granny Pumpkin talks and sings with children's groups visiting our campus, sharing with them the story of salvation, while the children sit among the bales of hay and pumpkins.
September 28 - October 31
Here at Hagerty Farms Pumpkin Patch, lovated at Oviedo High School, you'll discover pumpkins, gourds, more pumpkins and all pumpkins, just pumpkins of all kinds! This is a great spot for seasonal family pictures too.
October 1 - 31
Ready to take your taste buds on a world tour without leaving Oviedo? Join us for the Festival of Flavors at Oviedo Mall—a month-long celebration of food, fun, and fantastic prizes! From October 1 through October 31, the mall transforms into a global dining destination where your taste buds can travel the world in just one food court. With 18 unique dining spots waiting to be explored, you can experience the tastes of Italy, Mexico, Japan, and beyond—all under one roof!
Various Dates, October 1 - 31
Enzian’s 13+ Films and Cocktails are back with a vengeance! This year’s lineup is better than ever, with 17 of the spookiest, scariest, and most fun films Enzian could find. There’s spine-chilling excitement for all ages, including the return of the Kid’s Halloween Party, Eden Bar Halloween Party, and the resurrection of Wednesday Night Pitcher Shows!
October 18 - 30
Experience the Promenade at Sunset Walk and select your "Perfect Pumpkins" to Take Home. Capture the Family in our Fall Photo Opportunity complete with your John Deere Tractor and Scarecrow!nEnjoy Live Music Nightly, Amazing Restaurants, Dessert Options, Shopping and Experiences! The Patch is Open Daily from 4:00pm till 8:00pm, Pumpkin Prices vary by size. Plus, "Pumpkin Painting" October 26th & 27th from 2 to 4pm, Kids receive a Free Paint Kit with every Pumpkin Purchase!
Weekends, September 28 - October 29
Pumpkins at Santa’s Tree Farm are fresh picked, and then displayed in a shaded lot to help preserve their freshness. There is so much to enjoy here including barnyard animals, horse and pony rides, hay rides, bounce pillow, giant slide, barrel train rides, mazes and play areas.
September 28 - October 29
Join Showcase of Citrus Pumpkin Ponderosa to pick your perfect pumpkin, take great family photos, and enjoy various activities! Burn off steam on the playground, take a hayride or even a monster truck ride.
September 28 - October 29
Join the family farm for their annual Fall Festival at Southern Hill Farms Festival! What fall adventure would be complete without mouth-watering apple cider donuts, jolly Jumbo Jack carving pumpkins and s’mores around the fire pits.
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, September 27 – October 27
Activities this year include two hay rides, corn maze, toddler maze, pumpkin patch, Country Store, play structures, high strikers, football area, basketball area, The Cow Wash, and much more! Pumpkin chunkin’ and tennis ball launching from an air cannon are also available.
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, September 27 – October 27
Join us at the farm for our fall festivities. Starting September 27, the farm will be open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Parking and admission to the farm is complimentary. Additionally, we offer free photo opportunities with our vintage tractors and automobiles. Plus, don't miss the Fall Scavenger Hunt Maze, and the Haunted Halloween Maze.
Select Days, September 30 - October 27
A brand-new Junie B. Jones escapade, written just for Orlando Family Stage as a world-premiere production. The ever-lovable (yet quite a handful) Junie B. has a slight problem – she’s a bit afraid of Halloween! Are there real witches and monsters amongst the trick-or-treaters? Do bats really nest in your hair? What exactly is candy corn? However, before the big night, Junie B. plans to win all the games and prizes at the school carnival, hoping that will arm her with all the courage and bravery she needs.
Every Fri, Sat & Sun, October 4 - 27
Enjoy the corn maze, petting zoo, games, bounce houses, hayrides and a great pumpkin patch at Cowart Ranch and Farms. It's not just pumpkins you can pick here, you can pick sunflowers and blueberries too.
October 5 - 27
2024 3rd Annual Fall Pumpkin Patch at Springtime Farms Adventure Park in Polk City, features lots of animals that you can hold touch and feed. Pumpkin Patch, 1 FREE Pumpkin per Child (While Supplies Last), Petting Farm, 70 Foot Jumping Pillows, Inflatable Slides, Bounce House, Inflatable Corn Maze, Haunted Trail, Bird Aviary, Pedal Karts and more. Food Trucks. FREE PARKING.
Weekends, October 5 - 27
Enjoy days of Fall Fun at Lum’s Fall Festival. PETTING ZOO, INFLATABLES, VENDORS, HAY RIDES, FOOD & DESSERTS, GAMES & MUCH MORE! Free parking & all activities included with wristband.
Saturday and Sunday, October 5 - 27
At Partin Ranch Corn Maze, the whole family can enjoy a huge selection of various sized pumpkins, plus mazes, barrel train ride, hayride, games, various play areas, and more.
Weekends, October 12 - 27, 2024
The popular Gators, Ghosts, and Goblins Halloween event is returning to the “Alligator Capital of the World” for its sixth year of spooky fun for all the family! The daytime event that is included with park admission is taking place over three weekends in October, from Oct. 12 through 27, 2024. Meet Gravedigger, Florida Bigfoot and Skunk Ape, and more. There is so much for all the family to enjoy this year at Gators, Ghosts, and Goblins, including a children’s Halloween costume parade with treat bags for all kids who participate. Plus, the entire family will enjoy fun shows, a live DJ, specialty vendors, games, photo-ops, candy giveaways, and more.
October 17 - 20
Apopka’s Fall Family Festival takes place at Kit Land Nelson Park in Apopka. Organized by the Rotary Club of Apopka Foundation, the Fall Family Festival includes carnival rides, a beer and wine garden, live music and vendors.
October 18 - 20
Savor the flavors of Germany with delicious food from amazing food trucks. Expect all your favorites like bratwursts, pretzels, schnitzels, and more. Enjoy fun and exciting games, including the classic stein hoisting and beer marionette. Enjoy Gold Medal winning Swantoberfest Märzen and Pumpkin Piety Pumpkin Ale, along with a selection of other unique and very special beers brewed just for this occasion.
October 20
Mills50 Vintage/Makers Market that also benefits different animal Shelters/Rescues each event
We’ll have 60+ vendors and food trucks at Wills Pub & Lil Indies + Wally’s Bar & liquors. Free entry - All ages - Animal friendly There will be plants, vintage, art, records & more! Featured shelter: Orange County Animal Services. Please bring $$ or donations such as unopened treats/food. Toys. Dog Beds. Towels etc for a chance to enter our donation raffle and win some bar tabs!
October 20
The Florida Vintage Market at Etoile Boutique, 2424 E Robinson St, Orlando is a unique outdoor shopping experience featuring over 30 local vendors where you will find vintage clothing, sustainable fashion, street wear, custom clothing, sneakers, makers, artists, food trucks, drinks from the brewery, and so much more!
October 20
Join Avalon Park for Food Truck Night! There will be 20 food truck options to choose from and entertainment from 5 - 8 pm.
October 20
Join OMA for a highlights tour of the galleries, followed by a yoga practice led by College Park Yoga. Highlights Tour: 4 pm, Yoga: 4:30 pm. Please bring your own mat to class. Yoga mats will not be available.
October 20
Leonard Marcus is the curator of Golden Legacy: Original Art from 80 Years of Golden Books and is one of the most respected writers and historians of children’s literature. A book signing will follow the presentation.
October 20
The St. Luke's Concert Series is excited to welcome the Florida Symphony Youth Orchestras' Symphonic Orchestra, Saturday, October 19th, at 2pm. All concerts are free and seating is open.
Every Saturday and Sunday
Enjoy yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature. Saturdays, 9 – 10 am & Sundays 4 – 5 pm. $15 (Proceeds will benefit Mead Botanical Garden) . Bring a yoga mat and water.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Every Sunday
Join Promenade at Sunset Walk every Sunday evenings as El Jefe Tequilas Taco Cantina, BR 77 Brazilian Steak House, and Estefan Kitchen Orlando present Sunday-Latin-Sunday. on the Promenade Plaza Stage, featuring the very best DJs from Central Florida including: DJ Gabriel, DJ J Quezt, DJ Elie, and DJ K1X spinning the best merengue, salsa, Latin pop, bachata, and more!
Every Sunday
Catch the free show with Jason Yoho and Friends every Sunday at Lil' Indies.
Every Sunday
A rooftop day party each and every Sunday at Aero. Free entry all day, 21+. Hookah, Food, and Games.
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