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Featured Events
Winter Wonderland at Westgate River Ranch
Date: November 22 – January 4th (Every Friday and Saturday)
Celebrate the Holiday Season with our Annual Winter Wonderland Experience! Enjoy a festive Hayride with classic Christmas Carols and explore our Enchanted Forest adventure. Get lost in a delightful holiday maze, discover sweet surprises at the candy land playground, and jingle all the way through the Florida outdoors. Wrap up your journey at the festive tree farm, where unforgettable memories and delectable treats await, promising to delight your taste buds! Join us for a magical holiday celebration!
Amber Brooke Farms 2nd Annual Winter Fest
Two locations available: Eustis and Williston
EUSTIS: December 6 & 13 | 4pm – 8pm, December 7,14,15 | 11am – 8pm
December 8 | 10am-2pm
Imagine a winter wonderland of fresh strawberries. At this Winter Fest, pick your own juicy berries, enjoy activities, delicious food, and live music. Create lasting memories with loved ones at this unforgettable holiday event!
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Golden Legacy: Original Art from 80 Years of Golden Books
September 6 – December 1, 2024
Orlando Museum of Art
Experience the nostalgia of Little Golden Books with over sixty masterpieces of original illustrations from the Random House archives. Featured in the exhibition are pieces from beloved picture-book classics like The Poky Little Puppy, Tootle, Home for a Bunny, The Color Kittens, I Can Fly, and many more. The exhibition is organized by The National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature, Abilene, Texas.
Included with admission
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party
November 8 – December 20, 2024
Magic Kingdom Park
1180 Seven Seas Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Disney Jollywood Nights
November 9 – December 21, 2024
Disney's Hollywood Studios
This glitzy Christmas party boasts entertainment offerings and experiences especially geared toward adults.
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Wreck the Halls
November 14 – December 21, 2024
The Winter Park Playhouse
711 North Orange Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
This hilarious musical comedy unfolds in a series of comic and poignant vignettes with four actors bringing 46 characters to life celebrating everything that drives us crazy about Christmas… and why we love it anyway! From obnoxious Christmas letters to taking the family picture, from dealing with in-laws to assembling gifts on Christmas Eve, this musical shows why sometimes we want to sing “Wreck the halls!” and then why we're wistful when Christmas is over.
Tickets start at $10
Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild
November 15 – January 19, 2025
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
Celebrate the culture, art, and beauty of traditional lantern festivals at the Asian Lantern Festival at the Central Florida Zoo. This dazzling after-hours holiday spectacular features over 30 handmade illuminated sculptures along a 3/4 mile trail. In addition to stunning LED lanterns depicting plants, animals, and traditional Chinese figures, enjoy live music, artisan crafts, and local food and beverage available for purchase.
$22 per person
Stetson University School of Music
Tuesday, November 26, 7:30pm
Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
445 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801
Join the students and faculty of the Stetson University School of Music for an evening of musical excellence featuring some of the school’s finest ensembles and conductors. The performance will showcase the Stetson Concert Choir and Choral Union, conducted by Timothy Peter; the Stetson Symphony and Chamber Orchestras, led by Anthony Hose; and the University Symphonic Band, conducted by Chandler L. Wilson.
Tickets start at $30
Drinksgiving At Boxi Park
Wednesday, November 27, 7pm
Boxi Park, Lake Nona
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with a complimentary welcome drink on Wed. Nov 27 at 6 pm for a festive evening with live entertainment from Icon Party Band. Don't miss out on this pre-Thanksgiving celebration with friends.
$7
Holiday Market
Friday, November 29, 12 – 4pm
The Veranda at Thornton Park
707 E. Washington St., Orlando, FL 32801
Crafts, Food, Jewelry, Home Decor, Vintage Clothes & Much More!
FREE
Roller Skate Night
Friday, November 29, 5:30-8:30pm
Barber Park
3741 Gatlin Ave, Orlando, FL 32812
Barber Park's inaugural FREE Roller Skate Night for all ages at the skate rink is set for Friday, November 29, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Participants must bring their own roller skates. Enjoy roller-skating fun with music, DJ, skate games and select food trucks. NOTE: The covered, outdoor open-air hockey rink for this event has a concrete surface, not wood.
FREE
Sugar Plum Fairy's Winter Tale
Friday, November 29, 7:30pm
Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
445 South Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801
Glide into the magic of the season in this two-act ballet set in the enchanting world of Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker.” The story begins with Clara’s gift of a nutcracker doll. As the clock strikes midnight, Clara embarks on a fantastical journey in a snow-covered kingdom, where her Nutcracker turns into a prince. The elegant Sugar Plum Fairy welcomes them to her realm, and the ballet unfolds as the Land of Sweets comes alive with colorful performances representing various confections.
Tickets start at $45
Holidays at Leu Gardens
November 29 – January 5, 2025
Leu Gardens
Step into a vibrant tapestry of color and cheer at the Gardens this holiday season. Our enchanting displays of live plants are sure to make your heart bloom with joy. Thousands of dazzling poinsettias along with seasonal flowers will ignite the spirit of the season. It’s a floral fiesta that promises to put you in the most festive of moods! Come lose yourself in this magical yuletide experience and let the gardens wrap you in a warm embrace of nature’s beauty.
Included with general admission
FusionFest
November 30 – December 1, 2024
Seneff Arts Plaza (in front of Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts)
445 S Magnolia Ave, Orlando, FL 32801
Cultures from all across the world will fill the Seneff Arts Plaza in front of the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts and Orlando City Hall Commons Plaza for the free, two-day festival, which draws people from more than 110 different cultures to experience music, dance, food, visual arts, spoken word, games and interactive activities and features over 1,000 local artists, who will perform and showcase their work on the stages, gallery and interactive installations at FusionFest. FREE Admission Leading up to the festival, join monthly Divertastic Dining experiences at restaurants around Orlando, including dinners highlighting cuisine from Peru and Yemen.
Thanksgiving Silent Disco
Saturday, November 30, 7:30-11pm
Orlando Science Center
Silent Discos In Amazing Spaces brings its surreal dance party to Orlando Science Center for a special Thanksgiving Throwback Party. Dance, sing, and capture the perfect selfie with your besties under the illuminated skeleton of a Tyrannosaurus Rex! The main exhibition space of this popular attraction will be converted into a giant dancefloor with a bar, nightclub-quality lights, visual effects, and, of course, three amazing DJs simultaneously playing three uniquely themed DJ sets. Already an international phenomenon, this will be the craziest party of the year you don’t want to miss!
Let's Sing Taylor: Live Band Experience Celebrating Taylor Swift
Saturday, November 30, 8pm
The Plaza Live
425 North Bumby Ave., Orlando, FL 32803
Let’s Sing Taylor – A Live Band Experience – is the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift. They can show you incredible things, including the most faithful and lively covers of Queen Taylor’s expansive and sacred catalog. This is open to all ages and is the ultimate tribute to Taylor Swift and her music. Guests are invited to show off their style by wearing their favorite Taylor-inspired outfit.
Tickets start at $29.50
Reggae Fest Orlando
Saturday, November 30, 9pm
The Vanguard
578 N. Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801
Get ready to dance and vibe to our DJ's spinning the best tunes in Dancehall, Reggae, Afrobeats, Amapiano, Soca, Reggaeton & more.
Tickets start at $20
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Kacey Musgraves
Monday, December 2, 7pm
KIA Center
Tickets start at $21
Holly Jolly Mixology at JoJo's Orlando
December 2 & 16, 6-8pm
JoJo's ShakeBAR
9101 International Drive, Suite 1208, Orlando, FL 32819
Learn the art of crafting two of their signature Winter Wonderland Cocktails as their expert bartender guides you through the process. Whether you're a cocktail connoisseur or just looking for a cheerful night out, this event is perfect to get you into the holiday spirit!
$35
Derek Hough: Dance for the Holidays
Tuesday, December 3, 7pm
Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
445 South Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801
Fans will be thrilled and delighted as Hough and his cast of phenomenal dancers bring your favorite holiday tunes to life through dance. From the well-sung classics to modern pop hits enjoy all the incredible choreography, exciting stage production and dance mastery that audiences have come to expect.
Tickets start at $49.50
The Story So Far: I Want To Disappear in the USA Tour
Wednesday, December 4, 7pm
Hard Rock Live Orlando
6050 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32819
Tickets start at $39.50
Enzian Theater's Christmas Movie Series
Select Dates, December 4 – 18, 2024
Enzian Theater
Snuggling up and watching one of these feel-good films is the perfect way to get in the holiday spirit. And don’t forget to stop by Eden Bar to try special Holiday Cocktails.
Creed: Are You Ready? Tour
Thursday, December 5, 7pm
KIA Center
Tickets start at $40.50
Becoming Santa
December 5 – 7, 2024
The Orlando Fringe
54 W Church St, Suite 201, Orlando, FL 32801
Do you still believe? This heartwarming comedy is based on true stories about discovering the truth behind Santa Claus, and what happens after.
Tickets vary by date
The Office Holiday Party Musical Extravaganza Show
December 5 – 29, 2024
Renaissance Theater
415 E Princeton St, Orlando, FL 32803
With new original songs and a comedic cast of characters pulled straight from your neighboring cubicles, The Office Holiday Party Musical Extravaganza Show returns for a third year with drinks, mingling, scripted gift-exchanges, and a little bit of that good ol’-fashioned holiday spirit.
Tickets start at $40
When Love Is Found
December 5 – 8, 2024
The Orlando Fringe
54 W Church St, Suite 201, Orlando, FL 32801
The sold out hit returns to Fringe ArtSpace! Scrooge. Three Ghosts. No Cheeses for us Meeces. These are all things the holiday just isn’t complete without. Join the Orlando Artist Guild as they bring together a rag tag team of Orlando Fringe favorites to celebrate the greatest holiday movie of all time!
Tickets start at $20
Four Lost Santas
December 6-8, 7:30pm & 2pm
Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
445 South Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801
Opera Orlando presents the world premiere of Four Lost Santas, a comic Christmas opera. This fun, family-friendly piece is a lead-in to Menotti’s seasonal favorite Amahl and the Night Visitors, and it is the perfect antidote for the hustle and bustle of the season. Join a barbershop quartet of Santas who find themselves lost on their way to what should be their big break: SantaCon!
Ticket prices vary by date
Florida Underground Fest 5
December 6 – 8, 2024
1036 N Mills Avenue, Orlando, FL 32803
Florida Underground Fest is a three-day event that hosts over 70 punk and alternative bands from all over the state. Shows take place at Will's Pub, Lil Indies, Grumpy's, and Uncle Lou's.
Tickets start at $20
The Nutcracker
December 6 – 22
Steinmetz Hall at Dr. Phillips Center
Bring the whole family to see The Nutcracker, brought to you by Orlando Health, a beloved tale full of larger-than-life whimsy and adventure. Performed by the only fully residential professional ballet company in Central Florida, this production comes to life with action-packed aerials, blazing battles and breathtaking ballet.
Tickets start at $39
Lunch & Learn: Let’s Throw a Party for Plastic
Friday, December 6, 12-1pm
Orange County Regional History Center
65 E. Central Blvd., Orlando, Florida 32801
You probably have a piece of Florida history sitting in your kitchen cabinets! Orlando was the birthplace of Tupperware Home Parties, a symbol of women in business and innovation. Join them as they peek behind the curtain of the early Tupperware empire and uncover the woman behind its success, Brownie Wise.
Tickets start at $5
Holiday Studio Show
Friday, December 6, 6:30pm
Art & History Museums – Maitland
231 West Packwood Avenue, Maitland, FL 32751
Enjoy a rollicking early holiday celebration full of live music, art, and community–all free and just 15 minutes from downtown Orlando! Guests can mingle with some of Central Florida’s hottest artists, picnic next to their iconic lily pool, sing along to live piano accompaniment, and discover the stunning artist studios and classrooms concealed within their nearly century-old site.
FREE
Christmas in the Garden Big Band Extravaganza
Friday, December 6, 6:30pm
Winter Garden's First Baptist Church
125 E. Plant Street, Winter Garden
Enjoy Christmas In The Garden Big Band Extravaganzal led by Dove Award winning artist, Clay Crosse and an all-star band! The big show will immediately follow Light Up Winter Garden on the front steps of First Baptist Church Winter Garden. The event promises to be a fun celebration with surprise special guests, including the Foundation Academy Steel Drum Band.
FREE
Popcorn Flicks in the Park – Home Alone
Friday, December 6, 2024, 7pm
Central Park, Winter Park
Bring a blanket or some chairs to enjoy this outdoor holiday movie.
FREE
Birds & Brews
Saturday, December 7, 1-4pm
Ten10 Brewing Co.
Kick off the holiday Season with a fun afternoon in support of the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey! Join as Ten10 hosts an open house event at The B-Side, with staff and volunteers from the Center for Birds of Prey. Come early to enjoy meet and greets with Francis (a Bald Eagle) and Susie (an American Kestrel), a Giving Tree, and a drawing to win special experiences at the Center. No registration or ticket purchase is required to attend.
FREE
Baldwin Park Winter Wonderland Extravaganza
Saturday, December 7, 4pm
New Broad St, Orlando, FL
The Winter Wonderland Extravaganza will feature a tree lighting ceremony, parade, food vendors, live music, photos with Santa and tons of fun right on New Broad Street! This free, family friendly event will take place December 7 from 4-8pm.
FREE
Winter Park Jingle Wine & Jazz
Saturday, December 7, 6pm
Winter Park Events Center
Kick off the holidays with a night filled with live music on mutiple stages, unlimited premium wines, speciality cocktails & delicious light bites from local restaurants.
Tickets start at $75
13th Annual Christmas Light Ride
Saturday, December 7, 7pm
Retro City Cycles
399 E New Hampshire St, Orlando, FL
Take a ride through Ivanhoe Village and College Park to take in the great light displays. Ride starts/finishes at Retro City Cycles and will be about 6 miles at a casual pace, all bikes welcome! Don't forget to decorate your bike!
Lewis Black: Goodbye Yeller Brick Road, The Final Tour!
Saturday, December 7, 8pm
Hard Rock Live Orlando
6050 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32819
Tickets start at $45
Morimoto Asia’s 12 Beers of Christmas
Sunday, December 8, 11:30am & 2pm
Morimoto Asia, Disney Springs
FIVE GOLDEN BEERS…plus seven more! Morimoto Asia’s 12 Beers of Christmas is back — serving up everything but a partridge in a pear tree. You’ll sample Black Frost Schwarzbier, Gingerbread Red, Cranberry Crisp, and other seasonal beers from local brewers including Crooked Can, Orange Blossom, Hidden Springs, and many more. Plus each pour is paired with what Morimoto does best — delicious bites like takoyaki, lobster toast, vegetable skewers, oysters, and sushi.
$95
Light Up SoDo
Sunday, December 8, 2pm
Kimco’s SoDo Shopping Center
35 West Crystal Lake Street, Orlando, FL
The SoDo Main Street District’s annual family and pet-friendly holiday event will feature several activities including an appearance from Santa and Mrs. Claus, local vendors, delicious treats, musicians, surprise performers, children’s activities, face painting and more.
Krampusfest
Sunday, December 8, 2-9pm
The Plaza Live
The Milk District Main Street organization invites you to kick off the holiday season at the annual Krampusfest holiday market and festival. As one of the largest Krampus-themed events in the nation, it’s the perfect way to add some unique fun and variety to your holiday festivities this year! The event will feature live music, food, drinks, Christmas vendors, costume contests and plenty of punishment.
Great American Big Band
Sunday, December 8, 6-8pm
Clermont Performing Arts Center
3500 S HWY 27, Clermont, FL 34711
The Big Band Era is back, brought to life by Bennett Harmon and The Great American Big Band. With a vintage 40’s orchestra, they will transport you to an era when America was producing some of the greatest music of all time! Hear the music of Glenn Miller, Gene Krupa, Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, Woody Herman, Cab Calloway and many others, all together on one stage.
$32.50
Holiday Pops
Sunday, December 8, 2024, 6pm
Central Park, Winter Park
Featuring the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra. Bring your blanket and a picnic for a concert program of holiday favorites that will be sure to put everyone in the spirit of the season!
FREE
December 9 – 15, 2024
Candlelight: Holiday Special
December 10, 17, & 18, 2024
The Abbey
100 S Eola Dr, Unit 100, Orlando, FL 32801
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Orlando. Get your tickets now to discover the music of The Nutcracker and More at The Abbey under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Tickets start at $37
In the Kitchen with Katie: New Twist on Holiday Comfort Classics
Wednesday, December 11, 6-7:30pm
Center for Health & Wellbeing
2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL 32792
We’ve all had grandma’s green bean casserole and Aunt Judy’s Jell-O salad a million times — it’s time to update these classics for a fresh, new spin! Join cookbook author Katie Farmand to learn some modern (and healthier!) versions of everyone’s favorite holiday dishes. You’ll learn to make (and get to try) dishes like Updated Tuna Noodle Casserole and Not-Your-Grandma’s Fruitcake Cookies.
$35
Art Night Out: Rock, Paper, Scissors!
Wednesday, December 11, 6-8:30pm
Orlando Museum of Art
2416 North Mills Avenue, Orlando, FL 32803
Come explore the fun world of collage! During this class, you’ll learn how to create a visual narrative through expressive qualities in collage through color, technique, imagery, and visual juxtaposition, while incorporating edgy elements from Torn Apart: Punk + New Wave Graphics, Fashion and Culture. Bring your imagination and curiosity!
Tickets start at $28
Bridgerton Holiday Ball
Wednesday, December 11, 6:30pm
HighT
23 W Church Street, Orlando, FL 32801
HighT transforms into Winter in Wonderland, a whimsical and festive environment that brightens your day! The Red Queen Cordially Invites you to the Red Queen's Holiday Ball: A Bridgerton Experience! The Red Queen will be selecting a Diamond of the Season, so be sure to come dressed in your finest holiday wares! Ticket includes a glass of welcome champagne and delectable passed appetizers.
$25
It's My Birth-TAY: A Taylor Swift Birthday Bash
Wednesday, December 11, 9pm
Celine
22 S Magnolia Ave, Orlando, FL 32801
Get ready to celebrate Taylor Swift and all of her eras! This special birthday bash will feature DJ sets spinning Taylor’s deepest cuts, along with fan favorites from her entire discography. Whether you’re a die-hard Swiftie or just love to dance, this party is for you!
$15
Gingerbread House Decorating
Thursday, December 12, 5-7pm
JoJo's ShakeBAR
9101 International Drive, Suite 1208, Orlando, FL 32819
Get into the holiday spirit at JoJo's Winter Wonderland! For just $55 per person, you’ll enjoy a delicious entree, your choice of a Winter Wonderland Biggie Shake or Biggie Hot Chocolate, and all the decorating supplies you need to craft your dream gingerbread home.
$55
The Fleetwood Mac Experience
Thursday, December 12, 5-9:30pm
The Wharf at Sunset Walk
The Wharf Concert Series presents “Fleatwood Mac” — The Fleetwood Mac Experience — live at The Wharf at Sunset Walk. Fleatwood Mac mystically captures the essence of Fleetwood Mac, taking their audience on a nostalgic journey through the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band’s timeless, multiplatinum hits.
$40
Sleigh: It's Christmas Actually!
December 13 – 22, 2024
812 East Rollins Street, Orlando, FL 32803
It’s Christmas actually! This contemporary pop acapella group will delight with fresh, new arrangements of both current and classic holiday tunes. Their comic banter and unique guest interaction will put everyone in the holiday spirit.
Tickets vary by date
The Sugarplum Ball in Concert
December 13 – 14, 2024, 8pm
The Orlando Fringe
54 W Church St, Suite 201, Orlando, FL 32801
In this Enchanting New Musical, the Sugarplum Fairy has invited all the Royal Courts of the Faerie Realm to her palace for a fabulous celebration…but there is an unexpected visitor among her guests: a young man, seeking a way to break the curse that has transformed his lover, the Prince of Dreams, into a Nutcracker. As rumors spread and tensions rise among the Faerie Queens, it becomes clear that the Sugarplum Ball has plenty of surprises in store.
Tickets vary by date
Silent Knights: A Jolly Holiday Concert featuring the UCF Symphony Orchestra and the Singing Knights
Saturday, December 14, 2024, 5-7pm
Apopka Amphitheater
The City of Apopka and the University of Central Florida School of Performing Arts invite you to attend this free special holiday concert at the Apopka Amphitheater. This concert is a perfect way to celebrate the season with family and friends. Prepare to be captivated by the harmonious melodies and festive cheer that only the UCF Symphony Orchestra and Singing Knights can deliver.
Approximately 12 Pubs of Christmas Pub Crawl
Saturday, December 14, 7:30pm
Wally’s, 1001 North Mills Avenue or Ten10 Brewing, 1010 Virginia Drive
Annually organized by the Mills 50 Main Street District, residents can get in the “spirit” of the season at the Approximately 12 Pubs of Christmas Pub Crawl. Buy a wristband at Wally’s or Ten10 Brewing, then enjoy food and drink specials at several bars and restaurants throughout the district.
Holiday Brunch Feat. Michael Andrew
Sunday, December 15, 11:30am & 2:30pm
Judson's Live at Dr. Phillips Center
Feel transported to a winter wonderland in this swinging performance of holiday magic. In the spirit of the season, crooner Michael Andrew will perform beloved holiday hits in the classic style of icons like Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Bobby Darin. With a curated menu inspired by the arts center’s executive chef, Jason Klingensmith, your ticket to this two-and-a-half-hour brunch includes a selection of made-to-order dishes, plus access to our specialty serving stations.
Tickets start at $95
Upcoming Events
Christmas Silent Disco
Saturday, December 21, 7:30-11pm
Orlando Science Center
Silent Discos In Amazing Spaces brings its surreal dance party to Orlando Science Center for a special Christmas Party. Dance, sing, and capture the perfect selfie with your besties under the illuminated skeleton of a Tyrannosaurus Rex! The main exhibition space of this popular attraction will be converted into a giant dancefloor with a bar, nightclub-quality lights, visual effects, and, of course, three amazing DJs simultaneously playing three uniquely themed DJ sets. Already an international phenomenon, this will be the craziest party of the year you don’t want to miss!
Great Orchestra Series
Debuts November 18, 2024
Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
The 24/25 Great Orchestra Series, which includes incredible performances by the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and London Symphony Orchestra.
The Great Orchestra 24/25 Series Schedule:
- Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra: Monday, November 18, 2024, at 7:30 pm
- Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 7:30 pm
- London Symphony Orchestra: Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at 7:30 pm
- Lang Lang in Recital: Wednesday, March 5, 2024, at 8 pm
“IMMERSE” Festival
February 21-23, 2025
Streets and public spaces of Downtown Orlando
The highly-anticipated return of the “IMMERSE” festival February 21-23 in the streets and public spaces of Downtown Orlando (with art on display for the entire month of February).
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Tasty Takeover in The Milk District
Tuesdays from 6:30-10pm
The Milk District – E. Robinson St
THE food truck block party in Orlando! Find it in The Milk District every Tuesday night behind the bars and shops of E. Robinson St.
FREE Admission
Luminary Market
First Wednesday of every month, 5:30-9pm
Luminary Green Park in Creative Village
xplore 20-25 local vendors featuring unique, curated goods and support our growing community of residents, students, and workers. Stick around after shopping for KaleidoScope 360°, an outdoor movie series where you can enjoy family-friendly films under the stars! Showtime is at 7pm.
Tibetan Meditation with Puja Madan
Second Wednesday of every month, 7:30pm
Timucua, 2000 S Summerlin Ave, Orlando, FL 32806
No prior meditation experience necessary. An open mind and heart will suffice. If you do however meditate regularly, this technique will deepen your practice.
Note: this is an alcohol-free event. The meditation is best practiced on a light stomach. Please dress comfortably.
Piano Bar Show at Jewel
Friday and Saturday Nights
Jewel Orlando
Dueling Piano players take the stage for a fun night of song requests and sing-alongs! Call (321) 444-5306 after 5pm to get your password for speakeasy entry.
FREE admission with password
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Cirque du Soleil “Drawn to Life”
Wednesdays – Sundays
Performances of “Drawn to Life” take place on most nights at 5:30 pm and 8:00 pm. Go for the later show if you prefer to potentially have less kids in attendance. Additionally, it will give you more time to enjoy Disney Springs before the show.
Weekends at the Winery
Saturdays and Sundays, 10am – 5pm (Sat) & 11am – 5pm (Sun)
Lakeridge Winery
Head to this Central Florida winery's expansive vineyard green each weekend for delicious food, live entertainment, complimentary wine tastings/tours, and Lakeridge wines by the glass at the outdoor bar. Plus, delicious food at the Food Pavilion, as well as live music all weekend long
FREE admission
Check out multiple Farmers' Markets around Orlando every weekend.
Saturday Exhibition Highlights Docent-Led Tour
Every Saturday, 1pm & 3pm
Rollins Museum of Art
Docent-led tours of highlighted works from the season’s exhibitions at the Rollins Museum of Art.
FREE
Painting With Primates
Chase Sanctuary and Wildlife Conservatory (Webster, FL)
Most Sundays, 10am
A memorable morning surrounded by some incredible endangered species. Lemurs and a local artist will help you paint a chosen picture on a canvass while sitting amongst the grandfather oaks that reside in a 5 acre open habitat. All materials will be included. This consists of paint, the canvass, easel, and brushes. Each participant will leave with their own work of art.
All participants must be 13 and over when painting with adult only.
Class lasts 2-3 hours in total
$89
Wine Drunk Comedy
Every Sunday at 8pm
The Imperial at Washburn Imports
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of laughter at Wine Drunk Comedy! Join them at this unique venue, a charming wine bar nestled alongside an antique shop, for a night filled with hilarious stand-up comedy. Featuring an all-star lineup of Florida's finest comedians and surprise drop-ins from talented performers nationwide. Sip on specially crafted drink specials while being entertained by top-notch comedy performances that will leave you in stitches.
$10
2024 / 2025 Highlights
Lots of fun events are on the horizon, including the holidays in Orlando will be as festive as always.
SAVE THE DATE – 40th Anniversary Casino Royale Gala
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Join your Enzian family for an unforgettable evening at an exclusive private residence in Winter Park for the Casino Royale Gala, where the elegance of James Bond on the silver screen will come to life. Expect a night filled with a truly Enzian experience: great friends, great food, and a whole lot of fun as we celebrate Enzian’s 40th Anniversary. Will you be a spy, a villain, or a stylish party guest? Come dressed to impress and ready to indulge in the magic of cinema as we support and celebrate your favorite art house theater.
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