There are so many fun events happening in the City Beautiful. This week offers lots of springtime fun, plus the month ends with Easter. Spring is here so it's time to enjoy outdoor places, including Orlando u-pick farms, and gorgeous picnic spots.

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Annual Vintage Garden Show

March 21 – 23, 2024
The Old Red Barn of Geneva
Head to The Old Red Barn for their second annual Vintage Garden Show. They will be selling vintage garden items and tons of beautiful plants. The barns will also be open for your shopping pleasure.

Old Red Barn Antique Pick-Up Truck Parked Out Front - image by Dani Meyering
Old Red Barn Antique Pick-Up Truck Parked Out Front – image by Dani Meyering

Spring Friday Nights at Morse Museum

Fridays, March 8–April 26, 5:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
445 North Park Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
The Morse Museum invites all to celebrate spring this year with free admission from 4 p.m. to 8
p.m. and live music from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. for eight spring Friday nights:

  • March 22, 2024: Beautiful Music Woodwind Quintet Quintessential (Cello, clarinet, flute, horn, oboe)
  • March 29, 2024: Joshua Englert (Classical guitar)
  • April 5, 2024: Beautiful Music Romance Duo (Flute and guitar)
  • April 12, 2024: Beautiful Music Chamber Trio (Cello, flute, and violin)
  • April 19, 2024: Victoria Schultz Harp Trio (Cello, flute, and harp)
  • April 26, 2024: Beautiful Music Paint It Black Quartet (Cello, flute, viola, and violin)

Things to Do This Week March 18 – 24 Orlando Events

Glass in Flight 2
February 3 – May 5
Leu Gardens
Experience an amazing outdoor sculpture exhibit of larger-than-life flying insects hand-crafted into 28 works of art with Dalle de Verre glass and steel. Created by national known sculptor, Alex Heveri, each piece captures the essence of flight. Sunlight through the colored glass mimics the transparency and iridescence of insect wings, intensifying the illusion of movement and life. The exhibit weaves together the beauty of art with the science of nature. Included with general admission.

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Jagged Little Pill
March 19 – 24, 2024
Dr. Phillips Center – Walt Disney Theater
Joy, love, heartache, strength, wisdom, catharsis, LIFE—everything we’ve been waiting to see in a Broadway show— is here in the exhilarating, fearless new musical based on Alanis Morissette’s world-changing music.
Tickets start at $60

Music at the Casa – Blue Bamboo presents The Hang featuring Cortez & Friends
Wednesday, March 20, 7:30pm
Casa Feliz
Featuring Chris Cortez on guitar, Walt Hubbard on drums, Chuck Archard on bass, Dan Jordan on flute and saxophone, and other special guests. The band will open the night with a concert set, which is then followed by a jazz jam session. Musicians, bring your instruments and your favorite jazz standard and sit in! Due to limited seating, reservations are required. Please contact Melody Cortez for reservations: Email: melodycortez@live.com Phone: 407-636-9951
FREE

Resin Jewelry with Pressed Flowers Workshop
March 21, and 30, 2024
Autumn & Ro
Design and make beautiful jewelry with resin and pressed flowers. This is the perfect class for beginners and craft enthusiasts alike. Everyone leaves with beautiful jewelry! All supplies, materials, and tools are provided.
 Grab some wine, bring your pals, have fun being part of the creative process!
$55

Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay
March 21 & 27, 6:30 & 9pm
The Abbey
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 Coldplay at The Abbey under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Tickets start at $34

Cheap Date Night
Thursday, March 21, 5-7pm
Blackbird Comics & Coffeehouse
Enjoy 2 drinks and an in-house board game rental for just $10!

Matt Stone — Live at The Wharf
Thursday, March 21, 5-9:30pm
The Wharf at Sunset Walk
Elvis Lives! Prepare to experience an unmated level of authenticity, attention to detail, vocal power, and captivating charisma in Matt Stone’s Tribute to Elvis!
Tickets start at $28

Sunset Walk Kissimmee Live Music Stage
Sunset Walk Kissimmee Live Music Stage – Jodi Caballero

11th Annual Uptown Art Expo Celebration Of Art And Music
Friday – Sunday, March 22 – 24, 2024
Uptown Altamonte
The FREE festival will feature 140 art and fine craft artists with displays of glass, jewelry, mosaics, paintings, photography, pottery, sculpture and more all available for purchase. Uptown Art Expo will also highlight Chalk Street Artists creating mesmerizing chalk masterpieces with professional chalk artists and high school art students on the sidewalks of Cranes Roost Park as their canvas.
FREE

Boxi Luau
Friday, March 22, 6-10pm
Boxi Park Lake Nona
Held in the sand volleyball courts, guests will be transported to the tropics and be entertained by hula dancers and fire knife dancers while listening to the sounds of Tahitian drums, guitar and ukulele. With their ticket, guests get access to the VIP Boxi Beach area and bar, and receive a welcome cocktail and and lei. They will also be able to purchase pork specialties from the pig roast or specialty items from the Boxi Park containers.
$15.15

30th Anniversary Taste of Oviedo
Saturday, March 23, 10am-6pm
Oviedo Mall parking lot 
Taste of Oviedo began back in the 1990s as a small community festival to bring together the town and its patrons while showcasing a fine arts and crafts area with live music, and a kid’s zone. Over the years, this event has seen a tremendous growth in size with recent events hosting thousands of participants. Today, Taste of Oviedo takes over most of the Oviedo Mall parking lot for a day of music, food and beverage, and family fun activities.
FREE

Music Fest Orlando
Saturday, March 23, 1pm
Central Florida Fair
Tickets start at $75

12th Annual Pints N Paws Craft Beer Festival
Saturday, March 23, 1-6pm
West End Trading Company
Pints n’ Paws Craft Beer Festival is annual fundraiser you bring your dog to featuring over 100 breweries, food trucks, vendors, live entertainment and community in beautiful Historic Downtown Sanford, Florida.
Tickets start at $50

Wine Wars – A Competitive Wine Festival
Saturday, March 23, 5-9pm
Lake Eola Park
Indulge in a spirited competition at Wine Wars, a unique wine festival where participants can savor exquisite wines, engage in lively games, and vie for exciting prizes. Immerse yourself in a blend of friendly rivalry and philanthropy, as each sip supports a local charity.
Tickets start at $45

Swans at Lake Eola Park Orlando
Swans at Lake Eola Park Orlando – Jodi Caballero

Evening at the Pops 2024
Saturday, March 23, 6-9pm
Newton Park, Winter Garden
Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy an outdoor concert under the stars performed by the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra. Newton Park, at the shore of Lake Apopka, provides a stunning backdrop for this outdoor concert.
Tickets start at $10

Palm Sunday at The Palms – Tea Party
Sunday, March 24, 11am & 2:30pm
The Palms – 105 Aldean Drive, Sanford
Get ready to step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of Sanford, Florida at one of the most historic private residences! Indulge in a delightful selection of teas and delectable treats, all served with a side of fascinating stories and anecdotes about Sanford's past. Whether you're a history buff, a tea enthusiast, or simply looking for a unique and enjoyable experience, this event is perfect for you. Throughout the event, you'll have the opportunity to explore the beautiful surroundings of this historic home, take photographs, and engage in lively conversations with fellow attendees.
$40

Brechner Speaker Series – Picturing Paradise: From Audubon to the Florida Highwaymen
Sunday, March 24, 2-3pm
Orange County Regional History Center
In this presentation Dr. Keri Watson offers a succinct and engaging history of Florida’s landscape painters. Audiences will learn about the qualities and styles of American landscape painting, understand how landscape painting is linked to naturalism and environmentalism, and recognize the ways in which the Florida landscape participated in that history.
FREE

Local Author Festival
Sunday, March 24, 2-4pm
Orlando Public Library, Library Central
Meet & greet local authors at this Local Authors Festival. Authors from a variety of genres will share their experiences and books. Each author will have books available for purchase and signing.
FREE

March 25 – 31, 2024 Orlando Events and Things to Do

Easter Egg Painting + Dining Experience
March 25 – 29
JoJo's Shake Bar – Orlando
Get your creative juices flowing and unleash your inner artist as we invite you to participate in our Easter Egg Painting activity. This hands-on experience is perfect for all ages, so bring your friends and family along! Ticket includes Shared Appetizers, Choice of Entree, Choice of Biggie Shake or Hot Chocolate, 2 Faux Eggs & Painting Supplies!
$42 per person

Expression Through Art – Using Art To Express Yourself
Wednesday, March 27, 6:30pm
Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center
Embark on a journey of self-discovery through the powerful language of art. Bring your personal photos and cherished materials into the mix, transforming your artistic endeavors into a canvas of memories and meaningful connections. We will supply the canvas, materials for collaging, and drawing materials. Feel free to bring your own collage materials.
The event is free to attend, registration is required and space is limited.

Candlelight: A Tribute to Nirvana
Thursday, March 28, 6:30 & 9pm
The Abbey
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 Nirvana at The Abbey under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Tickets start at $34

18th Annual National Miss Comedy Queen Pageant
Thursday, March 28, 7pm
Dr. Phillips Center – Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater
The 18th Annual National Comedy Queen Pageant, where Drag contestants from across the country who have qualified at preliminary competitions will compete in categories such as Comedic Talent, Outrageous Evening Gown and 60 Second Spokeswoman. The one who ends up with the most points at the end of the evening will be crowned the new National Miss Comedy Queen.
Tickets start at $69

Outside the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts with sign and landscaped plants
Outside the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts – image by Dani Meyering

Joey Fatone and AJ McLean: Legendary Night
Friday, March 29, 8pm
Hard Rock Live Orlando
Tickets start at $39.50

Orlando Festival of Laughs
Friday, March 29, 8pm
Addition Financial Arena
The show features a star-studded lineup of renowned comedians, including Sommore, Lavell Crawford, Bill Bellamy, Tony Roberts and Special K. With their perfect blend of humor and charm, these world-class comedians each bring their own unique comedic style, offering something for everyone.
Tickets start at $59

Postmodern Jukebox: Life In The Past Lane Concert Tour
March 29 & 30, 2024, 8pm
The Plaza Live
Postmodern Jukebox's Life In The Past Lane Concert Tour is a celebration of the greatest 20th century musical genres, fused with the recognizable hits of our own modern era, for the perfect patina of “vintage” and “modern.”
Tickets start at $39

Dog Day in the Gardens
Sunday, March 30, 9am-3pm
Leu Gardens
Bring the whole family, including your loveable canine, for a stroll through the 50-acre gardens. Each dog will receive a special goody bag with their very own Harry P. Leu Garden’s bandana, while supplies last. The Doggie Boutique will be open from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. for shopping and information from local pet businesses, including hugging some adorable therapy dogs.
$15/adult, $10/child, $5/dog

tropical landscape inside leu gardens orlando
Leu Gardens – image by Dani Meyering

Found Footage Fest Volume 10
Saturday, March 30, 8pm
West End Trading Co.
Joe Pickett (The Onion) and Nick Prueher (Late Show) have over 13,000 VHS tapes in their collection and will take viewers on a guided tour through their latest and greatest finds, including rare footage from a short-lived video dating service featuring 1987’s most eligible bachelorettes, a questionably sexy striptease video called “Males In Motion,” and a mysterious New Age seminar called “Elimination: The First Step.”
$20

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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.

Orlando Cooking Class at Center for Health and Wellbeing
Cooking Class at Center for Health and Wellbeing – Dani Meyering

Sanford Art & Jazz Night | 3rd Thursdays
Thursday August 17, September 21, October 19 6pm – 9pm
A special evening celebrating the arts, music & spirits at multiple venues! 
FREE

Piano Bar Show at Jewel
Thursday, 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

Food for Thought Tours
Select Wednesdays –
Wednesday, March 6 at 11:30 am
Wednesday, March 20 at 6:00 pm
Second Harvest Food Bank
This tour goes inside an active warehouse and distribution facility with a focus on elevated hunger relief efforts in Central Florida.
FREE – snack included

Orlando Local Makers Pop Up Markets
Most Fridays and Saturdays
20+ local makers in the delightful backyard of The House on Lang in the Mills 50 neighborhood

Movie Mondays
A La Cart Orlando
Monday nights, 7pm or sunset (whichever comes first)
Enjoy a FREE outdoor movie every Monday evening while enjoying food for purchase from the resident food trucks. Sign up for A La Cart's email list to find out which movies are playing each week.
FREE Admission

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

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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, 11am – 5pm
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 – 2pm
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

2024 Highlights

Get those date ideas rolling with these great events in Orlando in 2024.

Take your pick of the endless options: a stellar concert lineup, Broadway shows, festivals to delight foodies, theme park happenings, sporting events, and so much more. 

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Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra
Lahav Shani, Conductor
Daniil Trifonov, Piano
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Steinmetz Hall

Academy of St Martin in the Fields
Joshua Bell, Conductor & Violin
Friday, March 22, 2024
Steinmetz Hall

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