The City Beautiful is about to get even more beautiful! That’s because Orlando is set to host a vibrant array of art festivals and other appealing events this spring 2025. From visual arts showcases to performing arts festivals, Orlandoans can enjoy a rich tapestry of date-night-worthy experiences. We're sharing must-attend Orlando art festivals and other springtime events.
Upcoming Spring Art Festivals in Orlando
Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival
March 21-23, 2025 | Central Park + Park Ave., Winter Park | wpsaf.org
One of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious outdoor art festivals, the marvelous Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival returns for a beautiful weekend this spring season. Celebrating its 66th year, this festival transforms the streets of Winter Park into a sprawling open-air gallery, showcasing works from over 200 artists across the country.
The Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival has a genre for every art aficionado. Categories include just about every medium including clay, digital art, drawings & pastels, fiber, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, watercolor and wood.
In addition to marveling at the art, you and your lovely date will be tickled pink by live music, gourmet food vendors and, for those with pint-size Picassos in tow, interactive children's art activities.
Related Post: Our Favorite Park Avenue Restaurants
UpTown Art Expo
March 28-30, 2025 | Cranes Roost, Altamonte Springs | uptownartexpo.com
This free admission festival features over 140 juried artists and fine craft exhibitors, showcasing a diverse array of jewelry, glass, mosaics, paintings, photography, pottery and sculpture. Attendees can enjoy live music performances throughout the weekend, with VIP seating available near the concert stage.
The event also includes fascinating chalk street art created by talented artists, offering visitors the chance to vote for their favorites in the People’s Choice Awards.
Related post: Cranes Roost Park Date Ideas
In Full Bloom: The Spring Show
April 4 – May 10 | Solana Fine Art, 1104 Solana Avenue, Winter Park | solanafineart.com/exhibitions
Solana Fine Art is thrilled to usher in the season of renewal and vibrancy with In Full Bloom: The Spring Show — an exhibition filled with the full spectrum of color to celebrate the arrival of spring! Featuring an array of artwork that showcases the rich, radiant hues of the rainbow, this exhibition captures the excitement and joy of the season’s blooms.
Spring Fiesta in the Park
April 5 & 6, 2025 | Lake Eola Park | fiestainthepark.com
The 36th Annual Spring Fiesta in the Park is a two-day party, from 10am-5pm, in the heart of Downtown Orlando at Lake Eola Park. This free, family-friendly event will feature over 200 artists and crafters from across the country, showcasing a diverse array of artwork, such as ceramics, jewelry, glass, painting, graphics, wood and sculpture.
Attendees can also enjoy a variety of food vendors, a beer garden, live entertainment on the amphitheater stage and a dedicated kids’ zone for the little ones. Leashed pets are welcome, making it a perfect Orlando outing for the entire family.
Florida Film Festival
April 11-20, 2025 | Enzian Theatre, Maitland | floridafilmfestival.com
The 34th Annual Florida Film Festival, an Oscar-qualifying event, will showcase over 160 films spanning narrative features, documentaries, shorts and animated works. Movie maniacs can engage with filmmakers and possibly celebrities during various events, including parties and forums, while enjoying handcrafted cocktails and a curated menu at the Eden Bar and Enzian Theater.
Spring Art Walk Celebration
April 12, 2025 | Celebration Town Center | celebrationtowncenter.com
The picture-perfect town of Celebration is set to celebrate its picture-perfect Spring Art Walk once again. This free, pet-friendly event invites attendees to explore a diverse array of art displays, live entertainment and more.
Stroll through the scenic streets of Celebration Town Center, aka Market St., and immerse yourself in the vibrant local art scene. The Spring Art Walk offers an engaging evening for art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike.
Florida Puerto Rican Parade & Festival
April 26, 2025 |Downtown Orlando | floridapuertoricanparade.org
This year’s festivities honor the Municipality of Aguadilla, known as the “City of Enchantments,” and focus on the theme “Renewable Energy and the Environment,” emphasizing sustainable practices and environmental protection.
The parade will feature vibrant floats and “Comparsas” showcasing Puerto Rican culture and folklore, while the festival offers live entertainment, traditional cuisine, arts and crafts, and other activities. Plan for a full day of fun with festivities commencing at 11am and going until 11pm.
Preceding the main event, a week of activities includes the 3rd Annual Mike A. Moreno Invitational Golf Tournament on April 21 at Rosen Shingle Creek Golf Course, supporting scholarship programs and the National Kidney Foundation.
Orlando Carnival
May 23-25, 2025 | Camping World Stadium—Tinker Field | orlandocarnivaldowntown.com
The Orlando Carnival Downtown is a vibrant celebration of Caribbean culture scheduled for Memorial Day weekend. Festivities kickoff on Friday evening with “Carnival on the Runway,” showcasing the glamour and artistry of elaborate Carnival costumes.
Then, the Saturday line-up features the lively J’ouvert, an early-morning street party filled with music, dancing and revelry. The event highlight is the Mas Band Parade on Sunday, where costumed performers dance to the pulsating rhythms of soca, reggae, and calypso music. Attendees can also indulge in a diverse array of Caribbean cuisine.
Orlando Theme Park Festivals
Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival
March 5-June 2, 2025 | Epcot | disneyworld.disney.go.com
The EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival celebrates its 30th anniversary this year! The festival magically features new topiary displays of Maui, Moana, HeiHei and Pua at the park’s entrance. Guests can enjoy the nautically themed Playalong Bay Play Garden presented by Smucker’s Uncrustables, located between the Imagination! pavilion and World Showcase.
Two new Outdoor Kitchens, Yacht Grub and Beach Grub, offer seafood-inspired menus. Exclusive merchandise includes Orange Bird apparel and a Spike the Bee Lug Bag. The Garden Rocks Concert Series introduces new performers such as Queensrÿche and Maverick City Music. Additionally, a garden inspired by Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” showcases how different plants symbolize emotions.
Seven Seas Food Festival
January 31-May 4, 2025 | SeaWorld Orlando | seaworld.com
Guests can dive into over 190 international dishes inspired by countries like Ireland, Mexico, Germany and India, complemented by more than 70 craft beers and wines. Yum!
This festival also features live concerts at Bayside Stadium every Thursday through Sunday, with performances from artists such as Luis Fonsi, Mitchell Tenpenny, Sara Evans, Boys Like Girls and ZZ Top. Fun! Additionally, special events like the St. Patrick’s Day Celebration and Cinco de Mayo festivities add unique cultural experiences to the lineup.
Other Orlando Festivals & Events
- FusionFest Orlando (March 14-May 4, 2025)
- Celebration Exotic Car Festival (March 28-April 1, 2025)
- Central Florida Earth Day (April 19, 2019)
- Hannibal Square Heritage Center Folk & Urban Art Festival (April 26, 2025)
- The 34th Annual Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival (May 13-26)
