Welcome to another jam-packed weekend of events and things to do in Orlando, with something for everyone to enjoy this September weekend throughout Central Florida.
Events & Things To Do In Orlando This Weekend
This weekend offers a huge choice of events and things to do in Orlando, and with so much to do, we have selected the best theme park events, concerts, comedy shows, festivals, car shows, and more.
Whatever you decide to do this weekend in Orlando, have an awesome time.
Before attending any of the events listed here, please contact the organizer or venue to confirm that the event is taking place as changes, and cancellations can occur.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 13, 2024
August 24 - December 15
Special Exhibition at Orange County Regional History Center. Included with paid admission. This year, pioneering media company Watermark commemorates three decades of dedicated service, championing the interests of the LGBTQ+ community throughout Florida. Cover Story: Celebrating Watermark’s 30 Years showcases some of the most memorable moments and important stories of those years.
The exhibition 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
The museum's latest 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! Launched in 1942—the first full year of America’s involvement in the Second World War—Little Golden Books made high quality illustrated books available at affordable prices for the first time to millions of young children and their parents.
August 29 - November 23
Embark on a culinary exploration across 6 different continents—from August 29 to November 23, 2024.
At the Global Marketplaces, delight in delicious dishes created with innovative cooking techniques from globally inspired chefs. Then treat your senses to the fresh, hot sounds of renowned artists and local talent at the Eat to the Beat Concert Series presented by Florida Blue Medicare.
Don't miss Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak: Embark on a Ratatouille-inspired adventure that’s très magnifique! Emile’s Fromage Montage: Travel the world and sample a variety of delicious cheeses served in inventive ways, and Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit: Celebrate the Halloween season with this very special pumpkin hunt.
September 13 - November 10
Orlando’s immersive vampire experience is back for a thrilling heart-pacing fourth year at The Ren Theatre! Loosely inspired by Bram Stoker's Dracula and other classic vampire lore, Nosferatu is where the vampires roam. Enter a place where the rules of space and time do not exist; where a Choosing Ceremony decides the newest member of our Coven; and where the Undead roam looking for their next seduction.
August 9 - November 7
Celebrate spooky season with Minnie Mouse and her friends at this seasonal dining party. Minnie's Halloween Dine takes place daily at Hollywood & Vine within Hollywood Studios.
Minnie's Halloween Dine features lunch and dinner, with both the lunch and dinner buffet menu offering an array of salads and delicious chilled starters.
Select Nights, August 30 - November 3
Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) at Universal Studios Florida is huge, its one of the biggest Halloween events in Florida, and features horror of all genres, from cinematic greats and crazed cult favorites to the park’s original abominations, and each year the legend grows and the experience reaches beyond your wildest nightmares.
HHN 33 includes10 terrifying haunted houses, five all-new scare zones, an entertaining live show, an all-new Tribute Store, and scary-unique horror themed food and beverage, and so much more.
Select Nights, August 30 - November 2
If you go down to the woods this spooky season you're in for a horrific surprise... Scream-A-Geddon in Dade City is spread across 20 acres in a remote corner of Pasco County.
The scariest of horror parks, Scream-A-Geddon Horror Park offers five haunted houses, a zombie paintball fight, plus monsters who can and will grab you!
Select Nights, September 6 - November 2
Howl-O-Scream Orlando is back and this year promises 4 years of spine-tingling fear. Brace yourself for an even more chilling experience with more to SEA than years before- more screams, more terror, more haunts.
The after-hours ticketed event, Howl-O-Scream is returning to SeaWorld Orlando this fall from September 6 to November 2, 2024, and includes 4 new haunted house, 3 new scare zones, 2 new themed bars and more. These fearsome additions join returning favorites for a total of five houses, seven scare zones, and five bars. The only things missing are places to hide!
Select Nights, September 6 - November 2
Tampa’s premier Halloween event is back! Busch Gardens Howl-O-Scream returns to Tampa Bay in full force, taking over the entire park with haunted houses, scare zones, sinister shows and more.
Horror-filled haunted houses are back with a vengeance. New and returning favorite houses await your demise, but the scares don’t stop there. Unspeakable horror lives in every dark corner of the park - there’s nowhere to hide. With frightful scare zones, roaming hoards and Florida’s wildest rides at night, screams await at every turn.
Select Nights, August 9 - October 31
Delight in a spooky atmosphere and frightful fun at this year's Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. this spirited celebration takes place at Disney's Magic Kingdom, taking place on select evenings August 9 to October 31, 2024, from 7 pm to midnight.
Enjoy spellbinding entertainment including exclusive shows, a spooktacular parade, explosive fireworks, your favorite Disney characters dressed in their Halloween best, and so much more. New devious delights for 2024 include Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in their brand-new neon spiderweb attire. Plus, be on the lookout for sinister sights! Spot more Disney villains across the park than ever before, and don't forget to journey over to Fairytale Garden to meet Mirabel and her special visitor Bruno Madrigal, making his first ever appearance at the party.
This limited-capacity, nighttime event allows guests to experience shorter wait times on attractions, while enjoying themed food and beverage, exclusive merch and more. To purchase tickets, visit Disneyworld.com/Halloween or call the Disney Reservation Center at 407-934-7639.
September 1 - October 31
On select nights from Sept. 1 through Oct. 31, Pirates Dinner Adventure will host “Vampirates: The Haunting Search for Neptune’s Treasure”, a Halloween-themed dinner show suitable for ghouls and goblins of all ages.
Select Days, September 13 - October 27
Ready your souls for monstrous family fun as Brick-or-Treat bewitches LEGOLAND Florida Resort this Halloween season! Swoop into the spellbinding spirit with LEGO brick-bursting fireworks, ghoul-tastic shows and experiences, tidal waves of candy, wickedly delicious treats, and exclusive LEGO characters!
Select weekends this fall, the party kicks off as Monsters take over LEGOLAND and host the Halloween party of the year featuring: Live Entertainment & Shows, Limited-Time Attractions, Character Meet & Greets, Bricktastic Fireworks Shows, and of course, Trick-or-Treating!
July 13 - October 13
Special Exhibition at Orange County Regional History Center. Included with paid admission. Central Florida has long been one of the world’s premier vacation destinations, featuring a wide range of accommodations for the travel-weary to rest their heads. From Orlando’s beloved San Juan and Angebilt hotels to lesser-known lodgings throughout the region, Home Away from Home: Historic Hotels of Central Floridafeatures the fascinating ephemera from hotels that have supported the tourism juggernaut we know today. This pocket exhibit also highlights the three original Walt Disney World resorts, credited with changing Florida tourism forever with the opening of Magic Kingdom in 1971.
August 16 - September 30
Celebrating its 19th season, Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining returns from Aug. 16 through Sept. 30 with a record 150 restaurants, including 25 new restaurants and nine recognized by the MICHELIN Guide. Restaurants will offer three-course prix-fixe menus for either $40 or $60, continuing the tiered menu system introduced in 2023 throughout the six-week run.
Select Nights, September 13 - 29
“Jersey Boys” at Osceola Art transports you to the heart of the 1960s, where four ordinary guys from New Jersey—armed with just their dreams and undeniable talent—climb to the pinnacle of pop music stardom. This riveting musical biography reveals the true-life saga of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, four blue-collar kids who became one of the most legendary successes in the music industry.
September 7 - 22, 2024
This contemporary adaptation of Pinocchio is set in Hip-Hopia where G.Petto is a video game designer, and one of his character designs, P.Nokio, magically comes to life. With the help of the Graffiti Fairy, he teaches P.Nokio how to become a real boy. Armed with the Book of Rhymes, G.Petto sends P.Nokio to The Old School to master style, originality, and swagger. However, we know from the original story that P.Nokio is led astray, but he has to wise up, keep it real, and learn that words and truth are the mightiest tools of all. This story centers around family, creativity, individuality, and growing up in a confounding world.
Various Dates, August 23 - September 15
There’s magic to do as a charismatic Leading Player tells the story of Pippin at Garden Theatre, a young man who searches for the secret to true happiness and fulfillment in Stephen Schwartz’s iconic and unforgettable musical masterpiece. He seeks it in the glories of the battlefield, the temptations of the flesh, and the intrigues of political power. At the journey’s end, Pippin finds that happiness lies not in extraordinary endeavors, but rather in the unextraordinary moments that happen every day.
September 13 - 15
Happening in Judson’s Live – Dr. Phillips Center’s newest and most intimate music room. Inspired by the world’s most legendary listening rooms, Judson’s Live is where atmosphere, acoustics and culinary excellence collide, bringing unheard-of listening experiences (with unrivaled cocktails and sharable plates to match.) The attitude is low-key, highly creative and always with a stylish slant.
September 13 - 14
THE BABADOOK meets THE WOMAN IN BLACK in this thrilling and nationally acclaimed show.
Join us if you dare for an imaginative and suspenseful adaptation of the classic horror story that inspired Netflix’s “The Haunting of Bly Manor”, “The Others”, “The Innocents” (and likely every haunted house and creepy kid movie you’ve seen!) Live at Timuca.
September 13
Come join us for a fun evening of books and brews at 1881 Restaurant & Bar! We were contacted by the Little Free Library org to host an event to raise awareness regarding Banned Book Week. We will giving away banned books away to the first 100 attendees with a ticket. And free beer to the first 50 people to donate books for our Little free libraries. A raffle will be held for all people who donate a book to our Free Little Library program!
September 13
RuPaul's Drag Race alum Darienne Lake shares intimate but hilarious anecdotes about her life; from growing up as the middle child in a large Catholic family, to coming out at an early age as a drag queen and finding her chosen family and life purpose through humor and self-revelation. Always bawdy, and always blue, Darienne's comedy is sure to delight and shock you! Live at Dr Phillips Center.
September 13
Enjoy an evening of walking our Historic Downtown St Cloud, sampling from our unique eateries, bars and cafes. From savory to sweet and cafes, they will be sure to have something for everyone! Enjoy vendors displaying their locally made artwork while you stroll that evening. Downtown businesses will also have their fall windows on display & shops to enjoy! Come experience the charm our local businesses have to offer.
September 13
The St. Luke's Concert Series is excited to kick off the 2024-2025 season with the Brass Band of Central Florida and their "When Worlds Collide" concert. Join us on September 13, 7PM and September 14, 2PM at St. Luke's Lutheran Church. All concerts are free and seating is open.
September 13
Cigarettes After Sex is coming to Orlando on September 13! Catch them live at Kia Center.
September 13
Club 90s Presents Club Brat: Charli XCX Night (18+) at House of Blues Orlando. Get your tickets now!
September 13
Orlando Pride of the National Women's Soccer League take on Kansas City at Inter&Co Stadium. Get your tickets now!
The night will feature themed in-game entertainment and activations in the Fan Zone, as well as a specialty, Pride tour merchandise collection. Fans are encouraged to wear their favorite Pride gear, flooding INTER&Co Stadium in a lavender haze.
September 13
As nightfall approaches, terror and dread fill the air. Embark on a one-of-a-kind nighttime terror run experience through SeaWorld Orlando's Howl-O-Sprint on Friday the 13th (September 13, 2024).
Dash through the racecourse while surrounded by relentless characters whispering curses and promises of spine-tingling fear. Feel the adrenaline surge as you speed past roller coasters haunted by unspeakable terrors. Navigate through the dark depths of SeaWorld Orlando where eerie landscapes and harrowing scare zones await. Sprint toward the finish line…if you dare.
September 13
Darkheart Disco: The Emo Dance Party coming to The Plaza Live!
September 13
Depths of Baciu, Goonlord, Burn Absolute, Convicted to Die and Instigator perform LIVE at The Conduit. Get your tickets now!
September 13
Cinema Stereo, The Mummy Cats, Steel Crows, and Eden’s Blessing
Presented by 152 Productions, September 13, 2024. $15/$20 Tickets. 18+
September 13
Voctave, Orlando's renowned vocal ensemble, is thrilled to bring their acclaimed program The Corner of Broadway and Main Street back to their hometown. It’s been years since this program has been presented in Orlando and audiences can expect a captivating performance featuring beloved classics, new favorites, and special guest appearances, promising an extraordinary evening of musical excellence.
September 13
Heroes Live Entertainment presents LOS AMIGOS INVISIBLES “Cool Love Tour” at The Abbey!
The Venezuelan band’s infectious blend of funk, disco, and acid jazz has captivated audiences worldwide. With five GRAMMY nominations and two Latin GRAMMY wins under their belt, the band has mesmerized fans for 3 decades with hits like “Ponerte en Cuatro” “La Que Me Gusta” and “Mentiras,” solidifying their reputation as pioneers of the Latin music scene.
September 13
Westend comes to Celine Orlando. Get your tickets now! 18+
September 13
This event is held the second Friday of each month from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Lake Concord Park, located behind Casselberry City Hall. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs, tables, blankets and enjoy an incredible evening with free music entertainment.
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
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.
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, 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
Enjoy nonstop live piano music every Friday night at The Wharf at Sunset Walk with late-night food and drink menu.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 14, 2024
August 24 - December 15
Special Exhibition at Orange County Regional History Center. Included with paid admission. This year, pioneering media company Watermark commemorates three decades of dedicated service, championing the interests of the LGBTQ+ community throughout Florida. Cover Story: Celebrating Watermark’s 30 Years showcases some of the most memorable moments and important stories of those years.
The exhibition 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
Step into a world of childhood nostalgia at Orlando Museum of Art with Golden Legacy: Original Art from 80 Years of Golden Books
The museum's latest 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! Launched in 1942—the first full year of America’s involvement in the Second World War—Little Golden Books made high quality illustrated books available at affordable prices for the first time to millions of young children and their parents.
August 29 - November 23
Embark on a culinary exploration across 6 different continents—from August 29 to November 23, 2024.
At the Global Marketplaces, delight in delicious dishes created with innovative cooking techniques from globally inspired chefs. Then treat your senses to the fresh, hot sounds of renowned artists and local talent at the Eat to the Beat Concert Series presented by Florida Blue Medicare.
Don't miss Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak: Embark on a Ratatouille-inspired adventure that’s très magnifique! Emile’s Fromage Montage: Travel the world and sample a variety of delicious cheeses served in inventive ways, and Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit: Celebrate the Halloween season with this very special pumpkin hunt.
September 13 - November 10
Orlando’s immersive vampire experience is back for a thrilling heart-pacing fourth year at The Ren Theatre! Loosely inspired by Bram Stoker's Dracula and other classic vampire lore, Nosferatu is where the vampires roam. Enter a place where the rules of space and time do not exist; where a Choosing Ceremony decides the newest member of our Coven; and where the Undead roam looking for their next seduction.
August 9 - November 7
Celebrate spooky season with Minnie Mouse and her friends at this seasonal dining party. Minnie's Halloween Dine takes place daily at Hollywood & Vine within Hollywood Studios.
Minnie's Halloween Dine features lunch and dinner, with both the lunch and dinner buffet menu offering an array of salads and delicious chilled starters.
Select Nights, August 30 - November 3
Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) at Universal Studios Florida is huge, its one of the biggest Halloween events in Florida, and features horror of all genres, from cinematic greats and crazed cult favorites to the park’s original abominations, and each year the legend grows and the experience reaches beyond your wildest nightmares.
HHN 33 includes10 terrifying haunted houses, five all-new scare zones, an entertaining live show, an all-new Tribute Store, and scary-unique horror themed food and beverage, and so much more.
Select Dates, August 31 - November 3
SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular is back with fun surprises, candy, costumes and more!
This year be sure to check out all the immersive family Spooktacular Festivities, includng the Sesame Street Halloween Parade, Halloween Storytime with Big Bird, Halloween Cookie Decorating, Scarecrow Halloween Dance Party, Halloween Kids Crafts, and more.
Saturdays & Sundays, September 7 - November 3
At Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Halloween Harvest takes place during regular park hours, and is included with park entry on Saturdays and Sundays from September 7 to November 3.
Halloween Harvest is a family-friendly event inviting guests to celebrate Halloween with trick-or-treating, costume parades and more during this family-friendly event.
Weekends, September 14 - November 3
Get ready for an authentic Oktoberfest experience right here in Kissimmee, at Krush Brau Park! While the traditional Oktoberfest festivities are held in Munich, Germany, you don't have to travel across the Atlantic to immerse yourself in the rich traditions and Bavarian charm. Join Krush Brau Park and indulge in all the beer, food, music, and fun that make Oktoberfest a beloved global celebration.
Select Nights, August 30 - November 2
If you go down to the woods this spooky season you're in for a horrific surprise... Scream-A-Geddon in Dade City is spread across 20 acres in a remote corner of Pasco County.
The scariest of horror parks, Scream-A-Geddon Horror Park offers five haunted houses, a zombie paintball fight, plus monsters who can and will grab you!
Select Nights, September 6 - November 2
Howl-O-Scream Orlando is back and this year promises 4 years of spine-tingling fear. Brace yourself for an even more chilling experience with more to SEA than years before- more screams, more terror, more haunts.
The after-hours ticketed event, Howl-O-Scream is returning to SeaWorld Orlando this fall from September 6 to November 2, 2024, and includes 4 new haunted house, 3 new scare zones, 2 new themed bars and more. These fearsome additions join returning favorites for a total of five houses, seven scare zones, and five bars. The only things missing are places to hide!
Select Nights, September 6 - November 2
Tampa’s premier Halloween event is back! Busch Gardens Howl-O-Scream returns to Tampa Bay in full force, taking over the entire park with haunted houses, scare zones, sinister shows and more.
Horror-filled haunted houses are back with a vengeance. New and returning favorite houses await your demise, but the scares don’t stop there. Unspeakable horror lives in every dark corner of the park - there’s nowhere to hide. With frightful scare zones, roaming hoards and Florida’s wildest rides at night, screams await at every turn.
Select Nights, August 9 - October 31
Delight in a spooky atmosphere and frightful fun at this year's Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. this spirited celebration takes place at Disney's Magic Kingdom, taking place on select evenings August 9 to October 31, 2024, from 7 pm to midnight.
Enjoy spellbinding entertainment including exclusive shows, a spooktacular parade, explosive fireworks, your favorite Disney characters dressed in their Halloween best, and so much more. New devious delights for 2024 include Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in their brand-new neon spiderweb attire. Plus, be on the lookout for sinister sights! Spot more Disney villains across the park than ever before, and don't forget to journey over to Fairytale Garden to meet Mirabel and her special visitor Bruno Madrigal, making his first ever appearance at the party.
This limited-capacity, nighttime event allows guests to experience shorter wait times on attractions, while enjoying themed food and beverage, exclusive merch and more. To purchase tickets, visit Disneyworld.com/Halloween or call the Disney Reservation Center at 407-934-7639.
September 1 - October 31
On select nights from Sept. 1 through Oct. 31, Pirates Dinner Adventure will host “Vampirates: The Haunting Search for Neptune’s Treasure”, a Halloween-themed dinner show suitable for ghouls and goblins of all ages.
Select Days, September 13 - October 27
Ready your souls for monstrous family fun as Brick-or-Treat bewitches LEGOLAND Florida Resort this Halloween season! Swoop into the spellbinding spirit with LEGO brick-bursting fireworks, ghoul-tastic shows and experiences, tidal waves of candy, wickedly delicious treats, and exclusive LEGO characters!
Select weekends this fall, the party kicks off as Monsters take over LEGOLAND and host the Halloween party of the year featuring: Live Entertainment & Shows, Limited-Time Attractions, Character Meet & Greets, Bricktastic Fireworks Shows, and of course, Trick-or-Treating!
August 16 - September 30
Celebrating its 19th season, Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining returns from Aug. 16 through Sept. 30 with a record 150 restaurants, including 25 new restaurants and nine recognized by the MICHELIN Guide. Restaurants will offer three-course prix-fixe menus for either $40 or $60, continuing the tiered menu system introduced in 2023 throughout the six-week run.
Select Nights, September 13 - 29
“Jersey Boys” at Osceola Art transports you to the heart of the 1960s, where four ordinary guys from New Jersey—armed with just their dreams and undeniable talent—climb to the pinnacle of pop music stardom. This riveting musical biography reveals the true-life saga of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, four blue-collar kids who became one of the most legendary successes in the music industry.
Saturdays, Now - September 28
Get ready to light up your summer nights at AquaGlow, a brand-new after-hours event that will transform Aquatica into a dazzling neon paradise! Enjoy rides transormed with nightime effects, including laser light show, mist effects, captivating projections and immersive light tunnels. Plus, burst into an epic foam party, and groove to the hottest music throughout the night, while staying refreshed with complimentary soft drinks. Plus, with limited capacity, you’ll enjoy reduced wait times for all your favorite attractions, ensuring you make the most of this exclusive experience.
Various Dates, September 7 - 22
This contemporary adaptation of Pinocchio is set in Hip-Hopia where G.Petto is a video game designer, and one of his character designs, P.Nokio, magically comes to life. With the help of the Graffiti Fairy, he teaches P.Nokio how to become a real boy. Armed with the Book of Rhymes, G.Petto sends P.Nokio to The Old School to master style, originality, and swagger. However, we know from the original story that P.Nokio is led astray, but he has to wise up, keep it real, and learn that words and truth are the mightiest tools of all.
Various Dates, August 23 - September 15
There’s magic to do as a charismatic Leading Player tells the story of Pippin at Garden Theatre, a young man who searches for the secret to true happiness and fulfillment in Stephen Schwartz’s iconic and unforgettable musical masterpiece. He seeks it in the glories of the battlefield, the temptations of the flesh, and the intrigues of political power. At the journey’s end, Pippin finds that happiness lies not in extraordinary endeavors, but rather in the unextraordinary moments that happen every day.
September 13 - 15
Happening in Judson’s Live – Dr. Phillips Center’s newest and most intimate music room. Inspired by the world’s most legendary listening rooms, Judson’s Live is where atmosphere, acoustics and culinary excellence collide, bringing unheard-of listening experiences (with unrivaled cocktails and sharable plates to match.) The attitude is low-key, highly creative and always with a stylish slant.
September 13 - 14
THE BABADOOK meets THE WOMAN IN BLACK in this thrilling and nationally acclaimed show.
Join us if you dare for an imaginative and suspenseful adaptation of the classic horror story that inspired Netflix’s “The Haunting of Bly Manor”, “The Others”, “The Innocents” (and likely every haunted house and creepy kid movie you’ve seen!) Live at Timuca.
September 14
Hark, fair citizens! Prepare to be whisked away to a realm of wonder and excitement at Oviedo Mall's Enchanted Knights Renaissance Faire! On Saturday, September 14th, from 11 AM to 6 PM, the Oviedo Mall will be transformed into a majestic medieval kingdom, brimming with enchantment and adventure. Best of all, admission and parking are absolutely free! So gather your friends and family, don your finest medieval attire, and join us for a day filled with enchantment, joy, and timeless fun at "Oviedo Mall's Enchanted Knights Renaissance Faire"!
September 14
Opera Orlando is proud to present the Orlando premiere of Defiant Requiem: Verdi at Terezín, a concert-drama that combines the magnificent music of Verdi’s Requiem with video testimony from survivors of the original Terezín chorus and footage from the 1944 Nazi propaganda film about Theresienstadt. The work tells the story of the courageous Jewish prisoners in the Theresienstadt Concentration Camp (Terezín) during World War II who performed Verdi’s Requiem while experiencing the horrors of the concentration camps. With only a single score, they performed the celebrated oratorio sixteen times amidst the most horrendous of conditions.
September 14
Herbie Hancock is a true icon of modern music. With an illustrious career spanning five decades and 14 Grammy Awards, he has transcended limitations and genres while maintaining his unmistakable voice. See hime live at Dr Phillips Center.
September 14
Nothing More: Carnal Tour, Set It Off, From Ashes To New and Post Profit come to House of Blues Orlando. Get your tickets now!
September 14
Orlando City Soccer Club takes on New England Revolution at Inter&Co Stadium in downtown Orlando. ¡Celébralo con nosotros! Join us as we celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month and the Latin cultures of Central and South America represented both on the field, in the stands and throughout the many different parts of Central Florida! It will be a night filled with Hispanic-inspired music, food, games, and so much more!
September 14
VEGAN BLOCK PARTY is the ultimate plant based food, drink, & lifestyle festival!
CELEBRATE VEGANISM & JOIN US FOR A FESTIVAL DAY FEATURING: 60+ Local Vendors, Epic Vegan Food, Drinks & Bar, Music, Family Fun Activities, Contests & Giveaways, Activism & Art and more! The festivities are coming to Orlando's Luminary Green Park on September 14, 2024.
September 14
Moon Festival is a traditional festival celebrated in many Far East and Southeast Asian American communities. This tradition is celebrated in various forms throughout China (Mid-Autumn Festival), Japan (Tsukimi), Korea (Chuseok), and Vietnam (Tết Trung Thu). The festival is held on the 15th day of the 8th month according to the lunar calendar, when the full moon is brightest and fullest. It is a festival of gathering, thanksgiving, and prayer during the mid-Autumn harvest season.
Asia Trend proudly presents the second annual Moon Over Avalon in partnership with Avalon Park Orlando and various non-profit organizations to bring joy, friendship and harmony in the Avalon Park area. This 5-hour evening event includes children’s arts & craft activities, DIY festival lanterns, food trucks, night market, and live performances.
September 14
Join us for a vibrant celebration of Bavarian culture, featuring delicious German cuisine, lively entertainment, and fun activities for the whole family!
German Cuisine by Hollerbach's Restaurant, savor authentic German dishes prepared by the renowned Hollerbach's Restaurant. Entertainment by The Brussel Sprouts German Polka Band and Alp Horn, enjoy traditional polka music and the unique sounds of the Alp Horn, bringing the spirit of Oktoberfest to life. Stein Hoisting Competition, test your strength and endurance in our exciting stein hoisting competition, The Florida Garden Railway Interactive Children's Train Display, Dachshund Dash with the Florida Weiner Dog Derby, and more.
September 14
Brew Ha Ha Productions has announced the first wave of bands for Punk In The Park Orlando, Saturday, September 14 at Central Florida Fairgrounds in Orlando, Florida.
The lineup for Punk In The Park Orlando includes punk rock legends Alkaline Trio, The Vandals, Dead Kennedys, Black Flag, T.S.O.L., Down By Law, Swingin’ Utters and Dwarves, with more to be announced. In addition to a day full of music, festival attendees 21+ can enjoy tastings of delicious craft beers and other craft beverages, including award-winning local and regional favorites with the added tasting pass ticket.
September 14
Something Corporate: Out of Office Tour comes to Hard Rock Live Orlando. Get your tickets now.
September 14
Celebration of Latin American Arts & Culture. We will be joined by Central Florida artists representing several Latin American countries including Mexico Lindo Folkloric Ballet, Flamenco Alborea, Isla Danza Venezuela, Peruvian Musicians, and visual artists who will display and sell their artwork. See live painting demonstrations, check out heritage performances, and enjoy family-friendly crafts and activities.
This program is presented in partnership with Casa de Artes, Bienestar, Educación, Turismo, Cultura, Artesanías y Literatura (CABETCAL) by Beatriz Andrekovich.
September 14
If you can’t get enough of ABBA, boy do we have THE dance party for you! GIMME GIMME DISCO is a DJ-based dance party playing all your favorite ABBA tracks, plus plenty of other disco hits from the 70s & 80s like The Bee Gees, Donna Summer, Cher and so much more. So honey honey, take-a-chance and you’ll be dancing all night long. Grab tickets, put on your best disco attire, bring your friends, and have the best night of your life!
September 14
Groove and Giggle - Comedy at Lil' Indie's. 21+ Free! Come spend your afternoon with local musicians Yaddy and the Yacht Club, while they set the perfect groove for stand-up and musical comedy at Lil' Indies. No cover charge. Hosted by Aimee LeCours. Your performers include: Anthony Francis, Jan LaVigne, Jason Montilla, and Jordan Elijah Keyes.
September 14
Join us on September 14th from 3 pm to 8 pm for the Hispanic Heritage Food Festival featuring Live Music, Dancers, Food Trucks, and more. The event is an Indoor/Outdoor Event.
September 14
MARAUDAS with support from AMPLIFIRE, VKTM, and TINK. Get your tickets now for the shoe at The Vanguard now!
September 14
Micro TDH is coming to The Plaza Live. Get your tickets now!
September 14
Endoxa Booking presents Oceano, To The Grave, VCTMS and Half Me at The Conduit. Get your tickets now!
September 14
Pokey LaFarge comes to The Social. Get your tickets now! 12+.
September 14
The Living Tombstones come to The Beacham. Get your tickets now!
September 14
Montgomery Drive Presents: Relive Woodstock '94 (minus the mud). Tributes to Green Day and Nine Inch Nails with American Idiots and NNIN (Not Nine Inch Nails). Nineties goth-punk DJ sets by Lavidicus of Memento Mori. PLUS goth vs. punk fashion contest. Come dressed to scare your parents for a chance to win NIN vinyl and other prizes.
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.
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.
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!
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
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 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, SEPT. 15, 2024
August 24 - December 15
Special Exhibition at Orange County Regional History Center. Included with paid admission. This year, pioneering media company Watermark commemorates three decades of dedicated service, championing the interests of the LGBTQ+ community throughout Florida. Cover Story: Celebrating Watermark’s 30 Years showcases some of the most memorable moments and important stories of those years.
The exhibition 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
Step into a world of childhood nostalgia at Orlando Museum of Art with Golden Legacy: Original Art from 80 Years of Golden Books
The museum's latest 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! Launched in 1942—the first full year of America’s involvement in the Second World War—Little Golden Books made high quality illustrated books available at affordable prices for the first time to millions of young children and their parents.
August 29 - November 23
Embark on a culinary exploration across 6 different continents—from August 29 to November 23, 2024.
At the Global Marketplaces, delight in delicious dishes created with innovative cooking techniques from globally inspired chefs. Then treat your senses to the fresh, hot sounds of renowned artists and local talent at the Eat to the Beat Concert Series presented by Florida Blue Medicare.
Don't miss Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak: Embark on a Ratatouille-inspired adventure that’s très magnifique! Emile’s Fromage Montage: Travel the world and sample a variety of delicious cheeses served in inventive ways, and Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit: Celebrate the Halloween season with this very special pumpkin hunt.
September 13 - November 10
Orlando’s immersive vampire experience is back for a thrilling heart-pacing fourth year at The Ren Theatre! Loosely inspired by Bram Stoker's Dracula and other classic vampire lore, Nosferatu is where the vampires roam. Enter a place where the rules of space and time do not exist; where a Choosing Ceremony decides the newest member of our Coven; and where the Undead roam looking for their next seduction.
August 9 - November 7
Celebrate spooky season with Minnie Mouse and her friends at this seasonal dining party. Minnie's Halloween Dine takes place daily at Hollywood & Vine within Hollywood Studios.
Minnie's Halloween Dine features lunch and dinner, with both the lunch and dinner buffet menu offering an array of salads and delicious chilled starters.
Select Nights, August 30 - November 3
Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) at Universal Studios Florida is huge, its one of the biggest Halloween events in Florida, and features horror of all genres, from cinematic greats and crazed cult favorites to the park’s original abominations, and each year the legend grows and the experience reaches beyond your wildest nightmares.
HHN 33 includes10 terrifying haunted houses, five all-new scare zones, an entertaining live show, an all-new Tribute Store, and scary-unique horror themed food and beverage, and so much more.
Select Dates, August 31 - November 3
SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular is back with fun surprises, candy, costumes and more!
This year be sure to check out all the immersive family Spooktacular Festivities, includng the Sesame Street Halloween Parade, Halloween Storytime with Big Bird, Halloween Cookie Decorating, Scarecrow Halloween Dance Party, Halloween Kids Crafts, and more.
Saturdays & Sundays, September 7 - November 3
At Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Halloween Harvest takes place during regular park hours, and is included with park entry on Saturdays and Sundays from September 7 to November 3.
Halloween Harvest is a family-friendly event inviting guests to celebrate Halloween with trick-or-treating, costume parades and more during this family-friendly event.
Weekends, September 14 - November 3
Get ready for an authentic Oktoberfest experience right here in Kissimmee, at Krush Brau Park! While the traditional Oktoberfest festivities are held in Munich, Germany, you don't have to travel across the Atlantic to immerse yourself in the rich traditions and Bavarian charm. Join Krush Brau Park and indulge in all the beer, food, music, and fun that make Oktoberfest a beloved global celebration.
Select Nights, August 30 - November 2
If you go down to the woods this spooky season you're in for a horrific surprise... Scream-A-Geddon in Dade City is spread across 20 acres in a remote corner of Pasco County.
The scariest of horror parks, Scream-A-Geddon Horror Park offers five haunted houses, a zombie paintball fight, plus monsters who can and will grab you!
Select Nights, September 6 - November 2
Howl-O-Scream Orlando is back and this year promises 4 years of spine-tingling fear. Brace yourself for an even more chilling experience with more to SEA than years before- more screams, more terror, more haunts.
The after-hours ticketed event, Howl-O-Scream is returning to SeaWorld Orlando this fall from September 6 to November 2, 2024, and includes 4 new haunted house, 3 new scare zones, 2 new themed bars and more. These fearsome additions join returning favorites for a total of five houses, seven scare zones, and five bars. The only things missing are places to hide!
Select Nights, September 6 - November 2
Tampa’s premier Halloween event is back! Busch Gardens Howl-O-Scream returns to Tampa Bay in full force, taking over the entire park with haunted houses, scare zones, sinister shows and more.
Horror-filled haunted houses are back with a vengeance. New and returning favorite houses await your demise, but the scares don’t stop there. Unspeakable horror lives in every dark corner of the park - there’s nowhere to hide. With frightful scare zones, roaming hoards and Florida’s wildest rides at night, screams await at every turn.
Select Nights, August 9 - October 31
Delight in a spooky atmosphere and frightful fun at this year's Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. this spirited celebration takes place at Disney's Magic Kingdom, taking place on select evenings August 9 to October 31, 2024, from 7 pm to midnight.
Enjoy spellbinding entertainment including exclusive shows, a spooktacular parade, explosive fireworks, your favorite Disney characters dressed in their Halloween best, and so much more. New devious delights for 2024 include Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in their brand-new neon spiderweb attire. Plus, be on the lookout for sinister sights! Spot more Disney villains across the park than ever before, and don't forget to journey over to Fairytale Garden to meet Mirabel and her special visitor Bruno Madrigal, making his first ever appearance at the party.
This limited-capacity, nighttime event allows guests to experience shorter wait times on attractions, while enjoying themed food and beverage, exclusive merch and more. To purchase tickets, visit Disneyworld.com/Halloween or call the Disney Reservation Center at 407-934-7639.
September 1 - October 31
On select nights from Sept. 1 through Oct. 31, Pirates Dinner Adventure will host “Vampirates: The Haunting Search for Neptune’s Treasure”, a Halloween-themed dinner show suitable for ghouls and goblins of all ages.
Select Days, September 13 - October 27
Ready your souls for monstrous family fun as Brick-or-Treat bewitches LEGOLAND Florida Resort this Halloween season! Swoop into the spellbinding spirit with LEGO brick-bursting fireworks, ghoul-tastic shows and experiences, tidal waves of candy, wickedly delicious treats, and exclusive LEGO characters!
Select weekends this fall, the party kicks off as Monsters take over LEGOLAND and host the Halloween party of the year featuring: Live Entertainment & Shows, Limited-Time Attractions, Character Meet & Greets, Bricktastic Fireworks Shows, and of course, Trick-or-Treating!
July 13 - October 13
Special Exhibition at Orange County Regional History Center. Included with paid admission. Central Florida has long been one of the world’s premier vacation destinations, featuring a wide range of accommodations for the travel-weary to rest their heads. From Orlando’s beloved San Juan and Angebilt hotels to lesser-known lodgings throughout the region, Home Away from Home: Historic Hotels of Central Floridafeatures the fascinating ephemera from hotels that have supported the tourism juggernaut we know today. This pocket exhibit also highlights the three original Walt Disney World resorts, credited with changing Florida tourism forever with the opening of Magic Kingdom in 1971.
August 16 - September 30
Celebrating its 19th season, Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining returns from Aug. 16 through Sept. 30 with a record 150 restaurants, including 25 new restaurants and nine recognized by the MICHELIN Guide. Restaurants will offer three-course prix-fixe menus for either $40 or $60, continuing the tiered menu system introduced in 2023 throughout the six-week run.
Select Nights, September 13 - 29
“Jersey Boys” at Osceola Art transports you to the heart of the 1960s, where four ordinary guys from New Jersey—armed with just their dreams and undeniable talent—climb to the pinnacle of pop music stardom. This riveting musical biography reveals the true-life saga of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, four blue-collar kids who became one of the most legendary successes in the music industry.
Various Dates, September 7 - 22
This contemporary adaptation of Pinocchio is set in Hip-Hopia where G.Petto is a video game designer, and one of his character designs, P.Nokio, magically comes to life. With the help of the Graffiti Fairy, he teaches P.Nokio how to become a real boy. Armed with the Book of Rhymes, G.Petto sends P.Nokio to The Old School to master style, originality, and swagger. However, we know from the original story that P.Nokio is led astray, but he has to wise up, keep it real, and learn that words and truth are the mightiest tools of all.
Various Dates, August 23 - September 15
There’s magic to do as a charismatic Leading Player tells the story of Pippin at Garden Theatre, a young man who searches for the secret to true happiness and fulfillment in Stephen Schwartz’s iconic and unforgettable musical masterpiece. He seeks it in the glories of the battlefield, the temptations of the flesh, and the intrigues of political power. At the journey’s end, Pippin finds that happiness lies not in extraordinary endeavors, but rather in the unextraordinary moments that happen every day.
September 13 - 15
Happening in Judson’s Live – Dr. Phillips Center’s newest and most intimate music room. Inspired by the world’s most legendary listening rooms, Judson’s Live is where atmosphere, acoustics and culinary excellence collide, bringing unheard-of listening experiences (with unrivaled cocktails and sharable plates to match.) The attitude is low-key, highly creative and always with a stylish slant.
September 15
Join Avalon Park for Food Truck Night! There will be 20 food truck options to choose from and entertainment from 5 - 8 pm.
September 15
Join us for a great cause at our Orlando FUNdraiser with Island Wing Company UCF! We will be donating $5 per ticket sold for this paint and sip event to Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida. By purchasing tickets through Eventbrite, you can donate even more! Choose how much you would like to contribute at ticket checkout.
September 15
Join us for a special matinee, all ages, Taylor Swift Inspired Dance Party at The Conduit! Little Swifties can dance, sing along, and have a blast to all their favorite Taylor Swift hits. With fun decorations, themed activities, and plenty of space to shake it off, it's the perfect event for kids to celebrate their love for Taylor Swift's music. Dress up in your favorite Taylor-inspired outfits and get ready for an unforgettable dance party!
September 15
Lazer Dim 700 comes to The Beacham with 2Sdxrt3all. Get your tickets now! Ages 12+
September 15
In the vast realm of modern folk and alternative rock, Amigo the Devil is an artist who channels a voice of unsettling beauty and raw truth. Nestled within the corners of his haunting melodies and daring experimentation is a tale as profound as the dirges he sings. Despite his growing notoriety, Amigo the Devil remains enigmatic. He isn't one to bask in the limelight, choosing once again to let the music speak for itself. See nim live at The Beacham.
September 15
Experience a Mexican Folkloric Dance Performance by México Danza Orlando. Enjoy traditional dances from the states of Jalisco, Sinaloa and Veracruz. See colorful costumes and hear traditional Mexican music. Orlando Public Library - Library Central - First Floor
September 15
Jazz Series / Live at Timucua: Performing Arts Matter is excited to sponsor The Maitland Stage Band, a dynamic jazz orchestra that has been captivating audiences since 2009. Led by renowned trumpeter Rick Ingoglia, the band delivers a mix of classic big band jazz hits and fresh, modern arrangements.
September 15
Sueco is coming to The Plaza Live! Get tickets now.
September 15
Montgomery Drive Presents The Forum Default Friends Bessie Truth Value. Live at Will's Pub. Sunday, September 15, 2024.
Every Sunday
Join Promenade at Sunset Walk every Sunday evenings as the Promenade at Sunset Walk, 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, Games.
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
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.
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