It is hard to believe, but fall fun has arrived! And the spirits have materialized in many Halloween bars in Orlando, but act fast before they vanish because November will be here soon. Let's take a look at the best events and things to do this week.
Updated multiple times each week by Nancy DeVault, Dani Meyering, and Kelly Lamano Diaz
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5th Annual Fall Fest
Saturdays & Sundays, Now through November 9
Amber Brooke Farms
Celebrate fall at Amber Brooke Farms during the 5th Annual Fall Festival: “Harvest on the Hill.” From flower fields and live music to archery, gel blasters, yard games, and fall-themed fun, there’s something for every member of the family. Enjoy delicious food, hands-on activities, and beautiful photo spots throughout the farm. Located in Eustis, FL, tickets start at just $15.95 online. Make it a season to remember!
Keel Farms Harvest Days
Weekends in October, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
5202 Thonotosassa Rd, Plant City, FL 33565
Visit Keel Farms every Saturday and Sunday in October for Harvest Days! From 10am – 3pm, enjoy family-friendly, festive fun with hay rides, a corn maze, pumpkin patch and painting, camel rides, seasonal wines and ciders, a pumpkin pie eating contest, local vendors and food trucks, and more. No tickets are required for this FREE event, and all ages + dogs are welcome! Parking is just $10.
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EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival
August 28 to November 22, 2025
EPCOT
Eat and drink your way through the park’s largest culinary fest on Labor Day!
Theme park admission required; food and beverage additional cost
Find more weekend ideas in our Halloween Season Events list.
OMA Exhibition: Jason Chin: Your Place in the Universe
September 5-November 30, 2025
Orlando Museum of Art
2416 N Mills Ave, Orlando, FL 32803
Explore the captivating world of renowned children's book author and illustrator Jason Chin, whose award-winning works illuminate the natural world. This exhibition showcases Chin's artistic journey, inviting you to delve into the mysteries of coral reefs, redwood trees and the vast universe itself.
Attention Parents: Head to Orlando-Parenting.com for things to do with kids in Orlando.
German Chef Dinner with Beer + Wine Pairing
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 6pm
Ivanhoe Park Lager House
23 North Orange Blossom Trail
Enjoy a 5-course German-inspired dinner, each course thoughtfully paired with a German wine from a featured winemaker and a German-style craft beer brewed right here at Ivanhoe Park Lager House. Throughout the night, you’ll hear directly from the chef, the winery representative, and brewers, who will guide you through each pairing, sharing tasting notes and stories behind every pour.
$125 per person
Culinary Masters: A Gastronomic Journey
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 6 – 9 p.m.
Knife & Spoon, The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes
Experience an evening of culinary artistry at this exclusive five-course dinner crafted by MICHELIN-recognized chefs and paired with world-class wines. The evening begins with a refined cocktail and champagne reception from 6 to 7 p.m., followed by a sommelier-guided dinner from 7 to 9 p.m. celebrating taste, craftsmanship, and luxury.
$395 per person | Reservations required
Clermont Harvest Festival
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 10am – 4pm
Clermont Main Street
Fall fun is calling! Over 100 artisan vendors, a costume contest (for people and pets!), kids zone with fun activities, live music, and food trucks. Bring the whole family out for a festive day of fall vibes, fun, and community!
Dragon Nights: Hidden Treasure Quest
Friday & Saturday, October 24–25, 2025
6 – 9 p.m.
Harry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, FL
Experience Leu Gardens after dark during this special Dragon Nights event. Explore the gardens by moonlight as you follow clues, solve riddles, and uncover the dragons’ hidden treasure. Enjoy the glowing garden atmosphere and mythical adventure perfect for families and fantasy fans.
Tickets required (includes garden admission)
Farewell Post Time
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 8:30pm
Post Time Lounge, Longwood, FL
Join Bar Fly for a farewell night of live music and good vibes at Post Time Lounge. Enjoy performances from fan-favorite local musicians and celebrate the memories made at this beloved venue.
Boos & Brews Bar Crawl Orlando
Saturday, October 25, 6pm
Live! at the Pointe Orlando
9101 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819
Join the spookiest bar crawl of the season featuring Halloween-themed drinks, festive costumes, and a lively route among participating bars. Enjoy drink specials, fun surprises, and a festive crowd.
Tickets start at $16, VIP $45 gets 3 drink tickets and early entry
Florida Bat Festival
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 10am – 5pm
Lubee Bat Conservancy
1309 NW 192nd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
For over two decades, the Florida Bat Festival has been a much-anticipated Family Friendly Fall Festival and is a beacon of education, conservation, and excitement! Join Lubee Bat Conservancy for a day filled with thrilling activities, captivating exhibits, and unforgettable experiences for the whole family. And of course, the world’s largest bats!
Admission Donation: $10 ages 13 & up, $5 ages 5-12, Children 4 & under are FREE
Baahs & Brews
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 4pm-8pm
Lobos Coffee Roasters
3000 Corrine Dr, Orlando, FL 32803
Come hang out with goats in Halloween costumes, sip your favorite brew, and enjoy the coziest fall vibes in Orlando. Tickets include on drink. Don’t ghost this one… it’s going to be a spooky time!
Advance tickets $15 | Day of $20
Fall Festival
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 10am-5pm
Formosa Winery Tasting House
3011 Formosa Gardens Blvd., Kissimmee, FL 34747
Keep the fall fun going with a pumpkin patch, a petting zoo, local vendors, and plenty of food, wine, and beer!
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Love Gone Wild: Halloween Edition
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 7pm
PBR Orlando
9101 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
It's an unforgettable night of wild love, unpredictable games, and spooky fun! Singles and couples will dive into outrageous love games, costume contests, and surprises all night long. Enjoy beats by DJ Chino & DJ MD. Plus, enter the costume contest for a chance to win $200.
Tickets starting at $25
Sip or Treat: Witch’s Ball at Oviedo Mall
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 5:30pm – 8:00pm
Oviedo Mall, 1700 Oviedo Mall Blvd, Oviedo, FL 32765
Celebrate Halloween with an adults-only evening of trick-or-treating, wine and beer samples (21+ with ID), tasty treats, live entertainment, and a costume contest. Check in at the North Entrance near Regal to get your wristband and start the fun. Costumes encouraged—no full face masks.
Free entry; 21+ to sip.
Spooktacular Wine Dinner
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 6:30pm
Bites & Bubbles, 1618 N. Mills Avenue, Orlando, FL 32803
As seen on Hell's Kitchen, Hell's Kitchen All Stars, and the Food Network, Celebrity Chef Ashley Nickell will be cooking alongside Chef Eddie Nickell to create a spine-tingling four-course wine dinner. This Halloween-inspired dining experience will showcase seasonal flavors, dramatic presentations, and a mysterious wine pairing selection.
$149
Wekiva Witches and Warlocks Halloween Paddle
Friday, October 31, Launch at 10am
Wekiva Island, 1014 Miami Springs Dr, Longwood, FL 32779
Dress up in costume and join for a fun paddle from Wekiva Island to Wekiwa Springs State Park and back. Stick around after the paddle to visit with the Florida Springs Council team and check out the new springs swag (including Water Witch stickers), and enjoy all that Wekiva Island has to offer.
Murder on the Dance Floor
Friday, October 31, 4pm-2am
Blue Martini, 9101 International Drive, Orlando, Florida 32819
Step into the dark side of luxury this Halloween… where the cocktails are deadly, the beats are hypnotic, and the energy is to die for. Come dressed to haunt for the costume contest, and enjoy live entertainment by VZN Band and DJ Chris. Plus, stop by for happy hour from 6-8pm with spooky sips to set the mood.
AC Sky Bar Adult Halloween Costume Party
Friday, October 31, from 5-11pm
AC Sky Bar, 333 S Garland Ave, Orlando 32801
Head to AC Sky Bar for a creepy, 21+, fun-filled night featuring Halloween-inspired cocktails and bites. DJ Dracula will be spinning spooky sounds of the season. Expect dancing, party favors, and more; Appropriate attire required.
The Halloween Torture Show
Friday, October 31, 7pm
Blue Martini, 9101 International Drive, Orlando, Florida 32819
This special event show only comes around once a year! Watch as the SAK players face torturous elements… all while trying to improvise for your pleasure and amusement. Mixed in with fan favorite games, you'll see some classic torture games such as the vinegar challenge scene (players do “serious” improv while eating vinegar marshmallows) and the mousetrap scene (players do a scene on a stage littered with set mousetraps while blindfolded and barefoot). It's hilarious and sometimes hard to watch, all at the same time. Come dressed up for the in-show costume contest. The top three best dressed will win prizes.
General admission $20
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Spa After Dark
Saturday, November 1, from 1-9pm
The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Orlando Grande Lakes
4020 Central Florida Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32837
Pamper yourself and enjoy relaxation with refreshing facials, salon services, and massages. The Spa After Dark experiences include access to the sauna, steam room, whirlpool, and outdoor heated pool, as well as passed Hors d'oeuvres and a signature cocktail.
Services starting from $115
Fall Wine Walk
Saturday, November 1, from 2-5pm
Bok Tower Gardens
1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853
Set sail for an unforgettable afternoon at the Yacht Rock-inspired Wine Walk, where you’ll sip, sample, and stroll through the Gardens in style – It’s Captain’s Orders! Navigate a course of 12 exquisite wines, each curated from the world’s finest wine regions and hand-selected by top wine experts. Along the way, enjoy Chef Matt’s perfectly paired bites at each port of call, crafted to complement every pour. Your ticket includes wine samples, gourmet snacks, a souvenir tasting cup, and access to the after-party.
Tickets for members $60, non-members $80.
Weekly Ongoing Orlando Events
Wine Wednesdays at NORMAN’S Orlando
Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
7924 Via Dellagio Way, Orlando, FL 32819
Head to NORMAN’s on Wednesdays for summer specials featuring 30% off select bottles of wine, curated by their Sommelier! Plus, try their new “Flights & Bites” offering hand-picked Red, White, and Sparkling Wines paired to complement the Chef-curated Bites Menu. You can also book a 15-minute tasting session with our Sommelier to learn about wines, regions, and pairing suggestions (complimentary tastings included). Can’t go on a Wednesday? NORMAN’S offers daily Happy Hour from 5-7 p.m. with dinner available until 10 p.m.
AC Orlando Downtown Express Lunch
Lunch served Tuesday-Friday 11am-3pm
333 S. Garland Ave, Orlando, FL 32801
Introducing AC Hotel's new Express Lunch—crafted for those on the go but unwilling to compromise on flavor. For just $18, enjoy a chef-inspired entrée and a non-alcoholic beverage, all guaranteed to be served within 20 minutes of ordering. Perfect for a power lunch or a quick catch-up, it's speed without sacrifice. Available Tuesday-Friday—because great taste shouldn't have to wait.
Pottery Night
One Thursday Every Month, from 6:30-8 p.m.
8602 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
Discover the magic of pottery in this 2-hour group session at the Castle Hotel! Guided by a skilled instructor, you’ll master the basics of throwing clay on the pottery wheel and create your very own unique piece. From shaping the clay to glazing for a polished finish, this experience offers hands-on fun from start to finish.
Makers Market at Forward/Slash Distillery
The Last Saturday of Every Month, from 2-6 p.m.
650 S Capen Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789
Support your local Orlando makers at Forward/Slash Distillery’s monthly Makers Market. Hosted by Orlando Local Maker’s, this event features the best of vendors who craft and make various items, goods, trinkets, and gifts. Food will be served by Bien Fuego BBQ for some light bites while you shop. Free to attend!
Happy Hour + Art @TheFalconBar
Mondays from 6:30-10pm
The Falcon Bar & Gallery
819 East Washington Street, Orlando, FL 32801
Local vibes. Awesome people. Enjoy Happy Hour adult libations while viewing local art at one of Orlando’s favorite local spots for creatives!
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
Game & Hobby Night at The Burrow
Every Tuesday, 5pm – 8pm
The Burrow Cafe & Play, Mills area
Bring along your favorite game, knitting project, book, or enjoy one of the games available at The Burrow. Come relax, be playful, and enjoy your favorite hobby or discover a new one. Free to attend and drink specials available.
Luminary Market
First Wednesday of every month, 5:30-9pm
Luminary Green Park in Creative Village
Explore 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.
Late Night Thursdays
Thursdays, 5pm – 8pm
Leu Gardens
Bring a picnic & seating, sip some spirits, or take a stroll through the gardens and discover the amazing ORIGAMI IN THE GARDEN exhibit. Included with general admission. Rain or shine.
$15 per adult, $10 per child
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
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
Dinks & Drinks
Every Saturday, 6:30-9:30pm
ClearOne Sports Centre
4141 N. John Young Parkway, Suite 3, Orlando
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.
$20 per person
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Tai Chi in the Garden
Every Saturday through 2025, 10:30am – 11:30am
Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 S. Denning Dr, Winter Park
A gentle exercise program that is composed of slow deliberate movements, meditation, and deep breathing to enhance health and well-being.
$15
November Preview
Saigon Night Market: K-Pop × EDM Night
Friday-Saturday, November 8-9, from 3-10pm
Wall Street Plaza
25 Wall St., Orlando, FL 32801
Downtown Orlando will light up with beats, lights, and flavor! Enjoy K-Pop & EDM DJs spinning your favorite tracks all night and dance battles! Plus, check out the Saigon Night Market food vendors & Asian bites, LED photo zones and festival lights, and family-friendly fun with food, music, and vibes for all ages.
FREE
33rd Pioneer Day
Saturday, November 8, 10am-4pm
Pioneer Village
2491 Babb Rd, Kissimmee, FL 34746
Step back in time and celebrate history with a day full of fun, learning, and family-friendly activities. Experience what life was like in the pioneer days with crafts, games, demonstrations, and more!
Celtic Fest & Highland Games
Saturday, November 8, 10am-5pm
Dewey O. Boster Park
1200 Saxon Blvd, Deltona, FL 32725
Get ready for some Highland competitions, traditional food & drinks, live music, and fun for all ages! The Highland Games are a cornerstone of Celtic culture. From the tug-o-war and the stone put, to the hammer throw and the iconic caber toss, athletes will attempt to flip a massive log end-over-end. These games are more than competitions — they’re about community, tradition, and celebrating centuries of history.
13th Annual Maker Faire Orlando
Saturday-Sunday, November 8-9, 10am-5pm
Central Florida Fairgrounds & Expo Halls
4603 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32808
Maker Faire is back! Known as “the Greatest Show (& Tell) on Earth,” this family-friendly event showcases the hobbies, experiments, and projects of engineers, artists, scientists, crafters, and more. Check out the 200+ exhibits, plus, Power Racing Series, combat robots, Nerdy Derby, cosplay makers, hands-on activities, workshops and competitions.
Advanced tickets $20 adults, $15 students and youth ages 3 to 17
16th Annual Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Food and Wine Classic
Friday-Saturday, November 14-15, from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
1200 Epcot Resorts Blvd., Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Get ready to sip, savor, and stroll under the stars at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic! Indulge in a world-class celebration of global flavors, fine wines, and craft beers—all just steps from EPCOT. With unlimited tastings, live entertainment, and breathtaking ambiance, it’s the ultimate evening escape for foodies and fun-seekers alike. Don’t miss your chance to experience this unforgettable culinary event. Tickets are limited—get yours now at FoodAndWineClassic.com!
ICE! Featuring Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™
November 14 through January 7, 2026
Gaylord Palms Resort
For the very first time, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™ will be featured at Gaylord Palms Resort in 2 million pounds of intricately carved ice sculptures in ICE!, the resort's signature holiday attraction. Strike a pose with Santa and Rudolph in one of the longest ice carvings measuring over 32 feet long, crawl into whimsical photo setups, or become one of the misfit toys in this winter wonderland made for memory-making. Experience the splendor of the holiday season at Gaylord Palms.
Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra’s Holiday Pops
December 12, at 7 p.m.
Della Phillips Pavilion in The Grove Park at The Packing District
Celebrate the holiday season with the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra’s Holiday Pops in the Packing District. This FREE, festive performance features holiday classics and food trucks, perfect for a fun date night. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, enjoy live music, and soak in the seasonal magic. Stop by the Great Southern Box Co. Food Hall for holiday drinks and Christmas decorations before or after the concert. Free parking will be available at the Leonard & Marjorie Williams Family YMCA.
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