Spring is here, and this weekend's weather looks great for some outdoor dining. Let's take a look at the best events and things to do this week. Plus, check out Easter events, Easter brunch in Orlando, and Easter egg hunts for a hopping good time!
Updated multiple times each week by Dani Meyering and Kelly Lamano Diaz
Featured Events
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The Pin-Up Girls
- Dates: Now through April 25, Showtimes: 2pm matinee Wed – Sun / 7:30pm Fri & Sat
- Location: Winter Park Playhouse in the Mandell Theater at Orlando Shakes
Southeastern Regional Premiere! From The Andrews Sisters to hip-hop and from Gershwin to Beyonce, The Pin-Up Girls sing a cavalcade of hits inspired by letters home from the troops overseas! While singing at a local VFW hall, the ladies stumble across a huge stash of letters dating back 100 years. Inspired by what they find – funny, sexy, romantic and poignant – they put on a show that celebrates the men and women who fight to defend our country; Tickets $20 -$47.
Bloom: Two-Day Flower Festival
- Dates: Saturday-Sunday, April 11-12, 2026. from 10am to 2 pm
- Location: Bonnet Springs Park, Lakeland
Spring into Flowers at Bonnet Springs Park, for a vibrant, FREE, two-day Flower Festival celebrating nature and creativity and horticulture! The park will transform into a lush wonderland filled with floral installations, botanical art displays, garden tours, live entertainment, and a variety of food and beverage vendors. Guests can also explore a sprawling outdoor market featuring local artists and makers, as well as the Bonnet Springs Park Plant Sale. Featuring live performances on the Main Stage plus a DJ spinning music in the Lounge, families can also experience stunning aerialist performances by The Circus Arts Place and much more.
Harbor Nights Primavera
- Date: Friday, April 17, 2026, from 6:30pm to 10 pm
- Location: Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando, Harbor Piazza
Experience a romantic, unforgettable evening as you wander beneath twinkling lights in the beautiful Harbor Piazza at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel. Enjoy unlimited tastings from the hotel’s award‑winning restaurants, perfectly paired with handpicked wines. A live band and a special balcony opera performance bring the spirit of Italy to life as you dine. Harbor Nights Primavera is ideal for date night or a fun outing with friends or family.
View full menu and purchase tickets here.
Science & Wine
- Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 7pm-10pm
- Location: Orlando Science Center
Experience an evening of fine wine, gourmet food, live music, and captivating science at Science & Wine, Central Florida's most distinctive wine event! Presented by Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, this annual fundraiser offers an exciting opportunity to indulge in wines from the world's top wine regions, paired with exceptional cuisine from local chefs. Enjoy a night of tasting, learning, and supporting the Orlando Science Center's mission to inspire lifelong science learning.
$125 per person; OSC Members, $100 per person.
V.I.P. (includes early entry): $150 per person
Events This Week: Things to Do April 6 – April 12, 2026
Sunlight Yoga
- Date: Monday, April 6, 2026, 6pm-7pm & 7:10pm-8:10pm
- Location: Dockside Lake Nona, 13623 Sachs Ave, Orlando, FL 32827
- Cost: FREE
Unwind, move, and recharge with Sunlight Yoga, open to the community. All levels welcome, just bring your mat and good vibes.
Mini Junk Journaling Night
- Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 6pm-8pm
- Location: Lazy Moon Pizza, 11551 University Blvd, Orlando, FL 32817
- Cost: FREE
Ever wanted to try out junk journaling or scrapbooking? During this special monthly meetup, you'll get to decorate mini junk journals. All materials provided.
Bedazzling Night
- Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 6pm-8pm
- Location: Messy Craft DIY Craft Studio, 1595 Meeting Place, Orlando, FL 32814
- Cost: $27
Join Messy Craft & Craft Club Orlando for a bedazzling night of crafting and community. They'll have rhinestones available for bedazzling as well as all the tools you'll need. Whether you want to make your all-time favorite book a beautiful display piece, give your Kindle some sparkle, or add some twinkle to your favorite journal, it's going to be a great night. No experience needed.
Galleries in Bloom: After Hours
- Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026, 5:30pm-9:30pm
- Location: Orlando Museum of Art, 2416 North Mills Avenue Orlando, FL 32803
- Cost: $17.85 general admission, $49.87 for VIP
Be among the first to experience Art in Bloom 2026 at this exclusive after-hours evening, Galleries in Bloom. The Orlando Museum of Art will transform into Paris, France, filled with breathtaking floral interpretations, Parisian-inspired décor, artisan markets, and a curated selection of food and beverages available for purchase. Guests of Galleries in Bloom will also enjoy a viewing of the acclaimed exhibition by David LaChapelle, the internationally acclaimed photographer, featuring his iconic contemporary classics alongside premiere new works.
Maitland Jazz & Blues Festival
- Date: Friday, April 10, 2026, 6pm-10pm, and Saturday, April 11, 2026, 2pm-10pm
- Location: 1776 Independence Lane, Maitland, FL 32751
- Cost: FREE general admission, VIP starting at $81.88
The 2026 Maitland Jazz and Blue Festival will feature 12 amazing local and touring musicians, great food, kids' entertainment, and more. Bring chairs and blankets for seating in front of the stages. Parking is available around the event site. Admission is free.
Spring Fever in the Garden
- Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026, 9am-5pm, and Sunday, April 12, 2026, 10am-4pm
- Location: Downtown Winter Garden, Plant St, Winter Garden, FL 34787
- Cost: FREE admission
Enjoy the charm of historic downtown Winter Garden with its brick-lined streets, unique shops, great restaurants, the city clock tower, lush hanging flower baskets, and the swings, and listen to the fountain under the vine-covered gazebo. Be sure to visit Butterfly Park (right next to the kids’ splash pad) and marvel at Flora, the copper Monarch sculpture. Join for a wonderful ode to spring!
Storyteller Summit
- Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026, 11am-5pm
- Location: Oviedo Mall, 1700 Oviedo Mall Blvd., Oviedo, FL 32765
- Cost: FREE
Step into a universe where words come alive and imagination knows no bounds! The Storyteller Summit is your gateway to a day filled with creativity, discovery, and inspiration. Meet the authors, enjoy interactive workshops, engaging Q&A panels, and more.
Once Upon a Magic Market
- Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026, 12pm-5pm
- Location: Celebration Lakeside Park 631 Sycamore St Kissimmee, FL 34747
- Cost: FREE admission
This April, you're invited to step into a world where imagination grows, creativity blooms, and community flourishes: Living With the Market: Grow Something Magical. Inspired by EPCOT-style discovery, vibrant Flower & Garden Festival energy, sustainable farming, greenhouse gardens, and the magic. You'll find small business vendors and artisans, themed creations, exclusive items, food trucks, specialty treats and drinks, live music, themed entertainment, and family-friendly fun in a beautiful, scenic setting.
Absolutely Avalon
- Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026, 5pm-9pm
- Location: Downtown Avalon Park, 3801 Avalon Park Blvd, Ste. 400, Orlando, FL
- Cost: FREE admission
Join friends, loved ones, and neighbors for an unforgettable evening celebrating art, culture, and diversity in the heart of the community! Downtown Avalon Park will transform into a vibrant kaleidoscope of creativity, entertainment, and camaraderie. There will be a bounce park for the kids, food trucks and local restaurants, 150+ arts, crafts and business vendors, cultural performances and live entertainment from around the world, a Donate Life Pinwheel Garden honoring organ donors, and a laser light show at 9 PM near Founder’s Square.
Holi Color Throw at Absolutely Avalon
- Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026, 6pm
- Location: Across from the Avalon Park Gym, next to Avalon Lake
- Cost: $5 for color powder only, $15 for color powder and a commemorative t-shirt
Join for a vibrant Holi-inspired Color Throw during Absolutely Avalon! Celebrate the joy of spring, unity, and community as you toss bright powders into the air and create a sky full of color, symbolizing the arrival of spring. Wear white if you can and get ready to leave covered in color. While the color is washable, some colors may last longer—so be sure to wear something you don’t mind getting colorful!
Mount Dora Ice Cream Stroll and Pup Walk
- Date: Sunday, April 12, 2026, 3pm-5pm
- Location: Downtown Mount Dora, 120 W 5th Ave, Mt Dora, FL 32757
- Cost: $15 adults, $8 kids under 12
The Mount Dora Ice Cream Stroll is back and bigger than ever. Enjoy a self-guided ice cream tasting tour featuring 25 flavors served at 25 local businesses across downtown. This year’s stroll features three ice cream partners bringing a variety of flavors to the event: Mystic Ice Cream, Scoops on 5th, and Waffles & Cream. Each participating stop will host a different flavor, allowing you to explore downtown, discover local shops, and create your own tasting route through Mount Dora.
Firefly Nights
- Date: Now through April 12, 2026, 6pm-9pm
- Location: Blue Spring State Park, 2100 W French Ave, Orange City, FL 32763
- Cost: $14 per vehicle
Prepare to be enchanted as the trees along the boardwalk glow with the soft, shimmering light of fireflies. The forest at Blue Spring State Park transforms each evening as hundreds of fireflies rise from the forest floor and dance beneath the canopy. It’s one of Florida’s most breathtaking natural spectacles.
EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
- Date: Now through June 1, 2026
- Location: EPCOT, 200 Epcot Center Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
- Cost: Included with park admission. A park reservation may be required, based on admission type.
The EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is here! The festival celebrates spring with fresh flavors, vibrant topiaries, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun. Enjoy gardens, unique exhibits, and living sculptures of Disney characters, as well as a butterfly observation, Blossoms of Fragrance, a whimsical playground at Playalong Bay, and Camp Get Out ‘N' Play Garden, a camp-themed garden.
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Wantilan Luau
- Weekly dinner show – Saturdays 6pm – 8:30pm
- Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando
- $99* Adults, $45* Children (ages 3- 9) -*Tax and ticketing fees apply
Get away to the islands with our festive Hawaiian feast and dinner show, featuring an authentic Polynesian fest, live island music, and captivating hula and fire dancers. The evening features a tropical, all-you-care-to-enjoy buffet. You may even get the chance to show off your own hula skills! It’s a true island party – perfect for a date night, special occasions and celebrations.
Tickets available here.
Next Week: Things to Do April 13 – April 19, 2026
Keg (Crafty) Social
- Date: Monday, April 13, 2026, 6pm-8pm
- Location: Keg Social Orlando, 12850 Waterford Lakes Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32828
- Cost: FREE
Join Craft Club Orlando as they take over Keg Social in Waterford Lakes. This event is BYO craft, so feel free to bring a project you're working on or start something new! Beginners welcome.
YogaGlow Sound-off Experience: Puppies Paws & Downward Dawgs
- Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 5:30pm-7:30pm
- Location: Great Southern Box Company, 2105 N Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL 32804
- Cost: Donation-based, starting at $15 & includes a free beverage
Join for the ultimate Yoga & AcroFun experience on the front lawn of the Great Southern Box Company at The Packing District. This joyful, all-levels class blends movement, breath, laughter, and connection-designed for little humans, grown humans, and their four-legged best friends. Expect a heart-opening yoga flow, playful acro moments (optional!), and plenty of puppy cuddles as we move, stretch, and connect under the open sky. Whether you're here to sweat, smile, or simply soak in good vibes, this is yoga the way it's meant to be: community-driven, lighthearted, and full of love.
KaleidoScope 360° & Luminary Market – Movie Night: The Goonies
- Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 5pm-9pm
- Location: Luminary Green Park, 437 N Terry Ave, Orlando, FL 32801
- Cost: FREE admission
Explore 20-25 unique vendors featuring local favorites and curated goods, supporting Creative Village’s vibrant community. Whether you're a resident, student, or worker, it's the perfect way to connect and enjoy the neighborhood. Plus, enjoy a free, family-friendly outdoor movie series featuring stunning LED visuals and immersive sound.
Paint & Plant
- Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm
- Location: Great Southern Box Company, 2105 N Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL 32804
- Cost: $47 general admission, FREE with verified health insurance
Join for a fun, low-pressure night where you’ll paint your own pot and take home a plant you actually love. No experience needed. Supplies included. Just relax and enjoy a creative night with good people and good energy. Whether you come solo or with a friend, this is one of those events that’s easy to say yes to.
Intro Sewing Class
- Date: Thursday, April 16, 2026, 6pm-8pm
- Location: Van Goghblin Cafe, 805 W Central Blvd Suite A, Orlando, FL 32805
- Cost: $35
This beginner-friendly sewing workshop is all about building confidence through a fun, low-pressure project. You’ll be working on Bernette sewing machines to create an adorable bow-shaped keychain that doubles as a bag charm — perfect for adding a little personality to your everyday carry.
Crayola After Dark: Adults-Only Night
- Date: Friday, April 17, 2026, 6:30pm-9:30pm
- Location: Crayola Experience, 8001 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL 32809
- Cost: $34.99 per person
Flash back to the 80s during this adults-only night at Crayola Experience. Enjoy a creative, kid-free evening filled with music, hands-on crafts, and playful attractions that let you feel like a kid again. Craft your own trinket tray with guided instruction, explore more than 20 interactive attractions, and groove to 80s throwback hits spun by a live DJ. A cash bar and food will be available for purchase.
Barkchella
- Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026, 5pm-late
- Location: BarkHaven, 724 Brookhaven Dr, Orlando, FL 32803
A dog-friendly rave-style music festival is coming back to BarkHaven. After the last one… everyone kept asking when they're doing it again. DJs. Foam. Lights. Sunset to night energy under the lights. This isn’t your average dog park night. It’s high energy, immersive, and built for dogs and humans who like to party together. Plus, Pawlicious doggie ice cream, Ohana Auro handmade jewelry, crafts, special guest DJ sets, bubbles, and more tail-wagging fun and surprises throughout the night. Dogs welcome. No dog required.
Sunday Social: Second Chapter Binding
- Date: Sunday, April 19, 2026, 10am-2pm
- Location: Authentic Books, 1815 N Orange Ave Orlando, FL 32804
- Cost: FREE
Enjoy a creative, custom experience with Second Chapter Binding! Choose your mini hardcover book design by selecting from premade titles and picking your colors. Then, it's crafted for you while you shop. There will also be beginner-friendly bookbinding kits available, plus info on upcoming workshops where you can learn to transform your own full-size books. It's a fun, approachable experience for book lovers, creatives, and anyone looking for a thoughtful handmade gift.
Weekly Ongoing Orlando Events
Cirque du Soleil “Drawn to Life”
- Dates: Wednesdays – Sundays
- Location: Cirque du Soleil Orlando, 1478 Buena Vista Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
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.
TPD Night Market
- Dates: Thursdays, 6pm-10pm
- Location: Thornton Park District, 23 S Osceola Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801
- Cost: FREE admission
Check out unique local makers and artists at this weekly market in Thornton Park!
Access for All
- Dates: Third Thursday of Every Month, 10am-8pm
- Location: Orlando Museum of Art, 2416 N. Mills Ave. Orlando, FL 32803
- Cost: FREE admission
Enjoy free admission to the Orlando Museum of Art during Access for All, a monthly free day dedicated to the community featuring extended hours, special programs, and opportunities to connect with art. Guests can take part in drop-in sketching with provided materials and join a docent-led Highlights Tour at 7:00pm. By removing financial barriers, this program ensures that more people can experience the joy and inspiration of art in Orlando. Also, every third Thursday, you can ride SunRail to OMA for FREE. As part of the partnership, SunRail riders can present their ticket at the museum’s Visitor Information desk to receive a pass to ride SunRail for FREE to the next Access for All event. Museum guests must show their free ride pass to the SunRail conductor to receive a complimentary fare to and from the AdventHealth Station, which is a five-minute walk from the museum. The pass will only be valid for specified dates.
Weekends at the Winery
- Dates: Saturdays and Sundays, 10am-5pm (Sat) & 11am-5pm (Sun)
- Location: Lakeridge Winery
- Cost: FREE admission
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.
Check out multiple Farmers' Markets around Orlando every weekend.
Saturday Exhibition Highlights Docent-Led Tour
- Dates: Every Saturday, 1pm & 3pm
- Location: Rollins Museum of Art
- Cost: FREE
Docent-led tours of highlighted works from the season’s exhibitions at the Rollins Museum of Art.
Dinks & Drinks
- Dates: Every Saturday, 6:30pm-9:30pm
- Location: ClearOne Sports Centre, 4141 N. John Young Parkway, Suite 3, Orlando
- Cost: $20 per person
Open courts for casual drop-in play. Includes 1 free drink (Beer, High Noon, or Soda). Paddle rentals are available for $5. Tennis shoes required. Different music theme each week. No partner? No experience? No problem. This is the perfect night to bring a friend, meet new people, or just vibe with the community.
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Tai Chi in the Garden
- Dates: Every Saturday, 10:30am-11:30am
- Location: Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 S. Denning Dr, Winter Park
- Cost: $15
A gentle exercise program that is composed of slow deliberate movements, meditation, and deep breathing to enhance health and well-being.
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Looking Ahead 2026
One Direction Night
- Date: Friday, April 24, 2026, 5pm-9pm
- Location: Conduit, 6700 Aloma Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32792
- Cost: $26.91
It's a One Direction / Boy Band dance night celebrating all the jams! Ages 18+.
Orlando Pickle Festival
- Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026, 12pm-9pm
- Location: Festival Park, 2911 East Robinson Street, Orlando, FL 32803
- Cost: $16.38 general admission
It's a full day of pickle-fueled fun at Orlando Pickle Fest, including crafts, drinks, music, and chaos. Plus, live music, local makers, kids zone, axe throwing, pickle mechanical bull, and more wonderfully pickled surprises!
St. Johns River Festival of the Arts
- Date: Saturday, April 25, 10am-6pm, & Sunday, April 26, 2026, 10am-5pm
- Location: Historic Downtown Sanford
- Cost: FREE admission
Join as Sanford’s historic brick streets become a vibrant arts destination at the St. John’s River Festival of the Arts, a professionally juried art festival showcasing exceptional artists from across the country. Enjoy live demonstrations, elevated cuisine, and eclectic performances throughout the weekend—an exciting celebration of creativity, culture, and community.
Trope Night: Candle Making + Speed Dating with Books
- Date: Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 12pm-9pm
- Location: Authentic Books, 1815 N Orange Ave Orlando, FL 32804
- Cost: $45 for 1 ticket, $80 for 2 tickets
Join for Trope Night, an immersive evening where scent, story, and instinct collide. You’ll begin by choosing a candle scent inspired by a bookish trope; each blend has been curated to capture a specific mood or narrative pull. Once your path is chosen, the experience begins. Your selected scent will guide you into a curated set of books aligned with that trope, where you’ll take part in a “speed dating” style reading session, finding the stories that linger. Plus, enjoy a themed welcome drink upon arrival and a $5 Authentic Books gift card.
City of Longwood Free Family Luau
- Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026, 4pm-8pm
- Location: Reiter Park, 311 W Warren Ave, Longwood, FL 32750
- Cost: FREE
Enjoy spectacular fire knife performances, a main stage show by Aloha Productions, live traditional Hawaiian music, and hula dancers from the School of Tahiti Tamure. Bounce houses, face painting, games, tropical drinks, Hawaiian foods, and more!
Best of Both Worlds Rave
- Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026, 9pm-1am
- Location: The Vanguard, 578 N. Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801
- Cost: $22.41 general admission
It's a 20-Year Hannah Montana Nostalgia Celebration! This is a night for the generation that grew up on it. Expect Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus hits all night long, from Best of Both Worlds and Nobody’s Perfect to Party in the USA, We Can’t Stop, and more — all in a room full of people who know every word. Whether you grew up on Disney Channel or became a fan later, this is your chance to relive it all in one place — louder, more fun, and surrounded by a crowd that gets it. Dress like your favorite era of Hannah or Miley — from Disney Channel glam to Bangerz chaos — or just come ready to sing every word. Bring your crew and get ready for a night of pure nostalgia.
Island Nights Live! Edition
- Date: Saturday, May 16 & August 15, 2026, 8pm-1am
- Location: Reiter Park, 311 W Warren Ave, Longwood, FL 32750
- Cost: $49.99 early bird admission
Adults ages 21+ can enjoy Orlando’s ONLY adult water park party, complete with a live DJ, glow foam party, drink specials, and exclusive access to Island H2O’s thrilling slides, lazy river, and wave pool at night! During Island Nights LIVE! Edition, get a special performance from Rick Ross on May 16, and Fat Joe on August 15!
Brick Convention: LEGO Fan Event
- Date: Saturday, June 6 – Sunday, June 7, 2026, 10am-1pm & 2pm-5pm
- Location: Central Florida Fairgrounds, 4603 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32808
- Cost: $17.46 for adults and children ages 3+, FREE for children 2 and under
BRICK CONVENTION is the Greatest LEGO® Fan Event on Earth and brings all of the creative hands-on, minds-on fun of LEGO® building and experiences together in one activity- and entertainment-packed family event for children of all ages and builders of all skills and interests. Meet professional LEGO artists, build with thousands of LEGO bricks, see massive LEGO models, and more! A portion of the proceeds from each Brick Convention is donated to Creations for Charity.
Anime Festival Orlando 2026
- Date: Friday, June 19 – Sunday, June 21, 2026, 11am Friday through 6pm Sunday
- Location: Rosen Plaza, 9700 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
- Cost: $51.26–$158.78
Anime Festival Orlando celebrates its 25th year as Central Florida’s favorite local anime convention, bringing fans together for a full weekend of Japanese pop culture, cosplay, and immersive entertainment. The event draws anime, manga, and gaming enthusiasts from across the region for a vibrant, fan-driven experience.
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Taste! Central Florida
- Date: Friday, August 28, from 6:30-11 p.m.
- Location: Orlando World Center Marriott
Orlando World Marriott Center Taste! Central Florida is the region’s premier annual culinary and beverage tasting event, bringing together more than 80 of Central Florida’s top chefs, restaurants, and beverage experts for an unforgettable evening to include live entertainment, interactive revenue enhancers and a mission to combat hunger in our community. It stands out as one of the year's major fundraisers for Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, and the Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida, creating profound awareness and relief for the children in our community who face hunger on a daily basis. Every dollar raised stays within the community, ensuring children in Central Florida have access to the nourishment they need to thrive.
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