It's a new week, and there is so much happening throughout the City Beautiful, and to make sure you don't miss the best events, we've selected the top 10 things to do this week in Orlando.
The weekend is here and you better hold on tight, because we have an entire weekend of amazing events and things to do in Orlando, including live music, farmers markets, food & drink festivals, car shows, live sports, community events and so much more.
To help you decide what to do, check out our carefully selected top 10 list of things to do this weekend in Orlando, and start planning your weekend adventures now!
Top 10 Things To Do In Orlando This Week, March 10 - 16, 2025
Welcome to a new week of things to do forward to here in Orlando, including lots of St Patrick's Day events and parties.
This week's "Top 10 Things To Do In Orlando" has been hand picked by us, for you, and features in our opinion the not-to-be-missed events and things to do throughout the week.
Tuesday, March 11
Do not miss your chance to see legendary singer, Gladys Knight perform live when she brings her farewell tour to Orlando, taking to the stage at Steinmetz Hall on Tuesday, March 11.
The seven-time GRAMMY Award winning, Gladys Knight has recorded more than 38 albums over the years, and has has been performing live for over three-quarters of a century, having kicked off her career with The Pips when she was just eight years old.
Tickets are still available for what could be her last ever performance in Orlando.
Wednesday, March 12
A must-do this week is the launch of NASA's tenth commercial crew to the International Space Station aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket! If it goes ahead you can catch this in the skies across Central Florida, but nothing beats watching a launch up-close on the Space Coast.
Crew-10 is the 10th crew rotation mission of SpaceX’s human space transportation system and its 11th flight with astronauts, including the Demo-2 test flight, to the space station through NASA’s Commercial Crew Program.
NASA astronauts Anne McClain, commander, and Nichole Ayers, pilot, along with mission specialists JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) astronaut Takuya Onishi and Roscosmos cosmonaut Kirill Peskov, will embark on a flight aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft to the orbiting laboratory. The launch, aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, is targeted for 7:48 pm EDT Wednesday, March 12, from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.
Wednesday, March 12
Watch the Magic take on the Chicago Bulls as they celebrate Pride Night at Kia Center! The Magic (29-34) will attempt to snap a four-game losing streak before heading out on a five-contest road trip when they host the Chicago Bulls (24-38) on Wednesday at 7 pm.
Thursday, March 13 - Sunday, March 16
Since its debut on Veterans Day in 1996, The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., has visited nearly 700 communities nationwide. This traveling exhibit, which includes a mobile Education Center, brings the memorial's legacy of healing to millions, offering veterans and their families a space to reflect, find peace, and connect with their memories in their own communities.
This year, The Wall That Heals will be on display in Kissimmee at Kissimmee Gateway Airport, open 24 hours a day from March 13 - 16, closing at 2 pm on Sunday, March 16. The event is free and open to all. The memorial will arrive with an honorary escort on March 11, followed by assembly before its opening to the public.
Friday, March 14 - Sunday, March 16
Join us March 14th-16th, and for an incredible weekend! Expect live Celtic music, Irish dancers, and, of course, plenty of your favorite Crooked Can beers and delicious food from Plant Street Market to keep the celebration going!
Plus, don’t miss the Kids Zone, Stilt Walkers, Carnival Games, and the St. Baldrick’s Head Shave event! This is one weekend you don’t want to miss!
Friday, March 14 - Monday, March 17
At Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant in Disney Springs, guests can celebrate at the Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival, the most authentic Irish festival in America, and one of the biggest too! This year’s musical lineup will shine with authentic Irish entertainment and top bands flown in from Ireland.
Headliners include Screaming Orphans, a chart-topping all-sister band from Donegal, LADA a traditional Irish folk band from Co. Galway, Clann Uí hUiginn (Higgins Clan) an Irish Traditional Music group from Downpatrick, Co. Down, and more! The famous Raglan Road Irish Dancers, plucked from the casts and stages of the world’s greatest Irish dance shows, will perform throughout the festival.
Friday, March 14
Get Shamrocked at The Milk District's St. Paddy's Bar & Bites Crawl. Grab your green gear and your best shamrock vibes because kicking off St. Paddy's weekend with us is the only way to do it! Mooooooove through the district, bar to bar, tasting lucky bites, sipping on Irish-inspired drinks , and chasing the rainbow! Whether you're looking for a Guinness, a shot of whiskey, or a bite of something truly shamrock-tastic, the Milk District's got you covered.
Saturday, March 15
Think you have what it takes to beat the pros? Get ready to test your skills against Orlando Magic legends at ICON Park this spring.
On Saturday, March 15 from 2 to 6 pm, STARRY Hoops Fest is returning to ICON Park. In partnership with the Orlando Magic, fans will have the once-in-a-lifetime chance to compete against Magic legends Rashard Lewis, Victor Oladipo and Quentin Richardson in the “Beat the Three” contest, a three-point skills showdown, on The Promenade under the Orlando Eye.
Sunday, March 16
The City of Winter Park and the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra invite you to relax in beautiful Central Park and enjoy the annual Spring Pops concert. This event is free and open to the public. Bring a blanket and pack a picnic for a musical program that has become a family tradition in Central Florida. The concert begins at 6 pm.
March 5 - June 2
Spring is here, and EPCOT is blooming to life with vibrant floral color, lush gardens and over 60 topiaries of favorite Disney characters at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival from March 5 to June 2, 2025. Celebrating 30 years of horticultural magic, the festival has blossomed from a seedling idea into a vibrant garden of experiences for all to enjoy.
The EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is one of our favorite festivals, and absolutely our fav festival at EPCOT.
Four our complete guide to everything happening in Orlando this month, check out The Best Things To Do In Orlando This Month.
Whatever you decide to do this week, have a good one!
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