Things to do in Central Florida this Month!
Need some ideas for new, fun things to do? Ready to get out and explore Central Florida? Orlando Mom has compiled a few of our favorite events happening and things to do around Central Florida this month!
Scroll down or click your area of town below to find different events and happening in Central Florida!
Things to do in Downtown Orlando
December 31 – January 5: Miss America & Miss America’s Teen, Walt Disney Theater, Various times January
January 2: 7:00pm -10:00pm – Jim Gaffigan – Get ready for a night of laughs! Don’t miss Jim Gaffigan’s debut at Kia Center. He is internationally recognized for his unique brand of humor, which largely revolves around his observations on life. Gaffigan is a seven-time GRAMMY-nominated comedian, actor, writer, producer, two-time New York Times best-selling author, three-time Emmy-winning top touring performer and a multi-platinum-selling recording artist.
January 3: Orlando Solar Bears vs Greenville Swamp Rabbits
January 4: Swan Lake: State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine, Steinmetz Hall
January 4: Orlando Solar Bears vs Florida Everglades
January 5: Orlando Magic vs Utah Jazz
January 7: Orlando Solar Bears vs Greenville Swamp Rabbits
January 8: KaleidoScope 360* – Enjoy The Pursuit of Happyness movie at Luminary Green in Creative Village! Starting with a pre-show at 6:30 p.m. and the main feature at 7:00 p.m., the evening concludes with Luminary Nights on the Green – a 20-minute show featuring projected animations and lighting synchronized to music. – Luminary Green Park, 437 N Terry Ave, Orlando 32801
January 9: Orlando Magic vs Minnesota Timberwolves
January 10: Orlando Magic vs Milwaukee Bucks
January 11 – April 5: Baby & Me – Shake up story time with sensory play! Each class has a unique theme and includes music, expressive movement, and dramatic play between you and your baby (0-24 months), as well as with other parent and child pairs.
January 11 – June 30: At 9:00 AM Story Stroll – This fun and engaging class is for guardians and their toddlers (ages 2-3) to experience a journey of creativity play through Loch Haven Park. Reserve your spot ahead of time or drop in! Parents, Grandparents, or Caregivers are welcome. In the event of inclement weather, class will move inside at Orlando Family Stage. The runtime for each class is between 30-45 minutes.
January 12: Orlando Magic vs Philadelphia 76ers
January 14-26: MAMMA MIA! – Walt Disney Theater, Various times
January 14: At 7:00 PM, enjoy Orlando Solar Bears vs Jacksonville Icemen
January 14: At 10:00am-12:00pm, enjoy Toddler Tuesdays at:
Crayola Experience
Orlando Science Center
FBC Mortgage Satdium
Addition Financial Arena
The Venue
Orlando Family Stage
January 15: Between 6:00pm-7:00pm Free Yoga at Luminary Park – Yoga 4 Change will offer a free all levels yoga class every THIRD Wednesday of the month. All are invited. Please bring your yoga mat and water bottle (bug spray if you’d like since the class is outside). Yoga 4 Change will have a few mats to loan out during the class, if needed
January 18: Between 1:00pm-9:00pm Celebrate Lunar 2025 – Join Celebrate Lunar for Orlando’s premier Lunar New Year celebration, the biggest and most joyful event yet for the 4rd annual gathering. With over 7,000 friends and neighbors anticipated to attend. Celebrate Lunar is a vibrant fusion of diverse Asian cultures, each showcasing their unique traditions. Enjoy delectable cuisine from Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Filipino, Japanese, Cambodian and more, while experiencing enchanting performances and artistic displays from local Asian culinary and artistic talents.
January 19: At 6PM, enjoy the Orlando Magic vs Denver Nuggets
January 11 – April 5: Baby & Me – Shake up story time with sensory play! Each class has a unique theme and includes music, expressive movement, and dramatic play between you and your baby (0-24 months), as well as with other parent and child pairs.
January 11 – June 30: At 9:00AM Story Stroll – This fun and engaging class is for guardians and their toddlers (ages 2-3) to experience a journey of creativity play through Loch Haven Park. Reserve your spot ahead of time or drop in! Parents, Grandparents, or Caregivers are welcome. In the event of inclement weather, class will move inside at Orlando Family Stage. The runtime for each class is between 30-45 minutes.
January 20: Orlando Solar Bears vs Atlanta Gladiators
January 23: Orlando Magic vs Portland Trail Blazers
January 25: Orlando Magic vs Detroit Pistons
January 25: Orlando City vs Athletico Mineiro
January 26: Orlando Solar Bears vs Jacksonville Icemen
January 14-26: MAMMA MIA! – Walt Disney Theater, Various times
January 28: Orlando Solar Bears vs Jacksonville Icemen
January 31 & February 1: Jurassic Park Film with Orchestra – Steinmetz Hall, 7:30pm (Fri & Sat) 2:30pm (Sat Only)
January 11 – April 5: Baby & Me – Shake up story time with sensory play! Each class has a unique theme and includes music, expressive movement, and dramatic play between you and your baby (0-24 months), as well as with other parent and child pairs.
January 11 – June 30: At 9:00 AM Story Stroll – This fun and engaging class is for guardians and their toddlers (ages 2-3) to experience a journey of creativity play through Loch Haven Park. Reserve your spot ahead of time or drop in! Parents, Grandparents, or Caregivers are welcome. In the event of inclement weather, class will move inside at Orlando Family Stage. The runtime for each class is between 30-45 minutes.
- January 1-5
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December 31 – January 5: Miss America & Miss America’s Teen, Walt Disney Theater, Various times January
January 2: 7:00pm -10:00pm – Jim Gaffigan – Get ready for a night of laughs! Don’t miss Jim Gaffigan’s debut at Kia Center. He is internationally recognized for his unique brand of humor, which largely revolves around his observations on life. Gaffigan is a seven-time GRAMMY-nominated comedian, actor, writer, producer, two-time New York Times best-selling author, three-time Emmy-winning top touring performer and a multi-platinum-selling recording artist.
January 3: Orlando Solar Bears vs Greenville Swamp Rabbits
January 4: Swan Lake: State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine, Steinmetz Hall
January 4: Orlando Solar Bears vs Florida Everglades
January 5: Orlando Magic vs Utah Jazz
- January 6-12
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January 7: Orlando Solar Bears vs Greenville Swamp Rabbits
January 8: KaleidoScope 360* – Enjoy The Pursuit of Happyness movie at Luminary Green in Creative Village! Starting with a pre-show at 6:30 p.m. and the main feature at 7:00 p.m., the evening concludes with Luminary Nights on the Green – a 20-minute show featuring projected animations and lighting synchronized to music. – Luminary Green Park, 437 N Terry Ave, Orlando 32801
January 9: Orlando Magic vs Minnesota Timberwolves
January 10: Orlando Magic vs Milwaukee Bucks
January 11 – April 5: Baby & Me – Shake up story time with sensory play! Each class has a unique theme and includes music, expressive movement, and dramatic play between you and your baby (0-24 months), as well as with other parent and child pairs.
January 11 – June 30: At 9:00 AM Story Stroll – This fun and engaging class is for guardians and their toddlers (ages 2-3) to experience a journey of creativity play through Loch Haven Park. Reserve your spot ahead of time or drop in! Parents, Grandparents, or Caregivers are welcome. In the event of inclement weather, class will move inside at Orlando Family Stage. The runtime for each class is between 30-45 minutes.
January 12: Orlando Magic vs Philadelphia 76ers
- January 13-19
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January 14-26: MAMMA MIA! – Walt Disney Theater, Various times
January 14: At 7:00 PM, enjoy Orlando Solar Bears vs Jacksonville Icemen
January 14: At 10:00am-12:00pm, enjoy Toddler Tuesdays at:
Crayola Experience
Orlando Science Center
FBC Mortgage Satdium
Addition Financial Arena
The Venue
Orlando Family StageJanuary 15: Between 6:00pm-7:00pm Free Yoga at Luminary Park – Yoga 4 Change will offer a free all levels yoga class every THIRD Wednesday of the month. All are invited. Please bring your yoga mat and water bottle (bug spray if you’d like since the class is outside). Yoga 4 Change will have a few mats to loan out during the class, if needed
January 18: Between 1:00pm-9:00pm Celebrate Lunar 2025 – Join Celebrate Lunar for Orlando’s premier Lunar New Year celebration, the biggest and most joyful event yet for the 4rd annual gathering. With over 7,000 friends and neighbors anticipated to attend. Celebrate Lunar is a vibrant fusion of diverse Asian cultures, each showcasing their unique traditions. Enjoy delectable cuisine from Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Filipino, Japanese, Cambodian and more, while experiencing enchanting performances and artistic displays from local Asian culinary and artistic talents.
January 19: At 6PM, enjoy the Orlando Magic vs Denver Nuggets
January 11 – April 5: Baby & Me – Shake up story time with sensory play! Each class has a unique theme and includes music, expressive movement, and dramatic play between you and your baby (0-24 months), as well as with other parent and child pairs.
January 11 – June 30: At 9:00AM Story Stroll – This fun and engaging class is for guardians and their toddlers (ages 2-3) to experience a journey of creativity play through Loch Haven Park. Reserve your spot ahead of time or drop in! Parents, Grandparents, or Caregivers are welcome. In the event of inclement weather, class will move inside at Orlando Family Stage. The runtime for each class is between 30-45 minutes.
- January 20-31
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January 20: Orlando Solar Bears vs Atlanta Gladiators
January 23: Orlando Magic vs Portland Trail Blazers
January 25: Orlando Magic vs Detroit Pistons
January 25: Orlando City vs Athletico Mineiro
January 26: Orlando Solar Bears vs Jacksonville Icemen
January 14-26: MAMMA MIA! – Walt Disney Theater, Various times
January 28: Orlando Solar Bears vs Jacksonville Icemen
January 31 & February 1: Jurassic Park Film with Orchestra – Steinmetz Hall, 7:30pm (Fri & Sat) 2:30pm (Sat Only)
January 11 – April 5: Baby & Me – Shake up story time with sensory play! Each class has a unique theme and includes music, expressive movement, and dramatic play between you and your baby (0-24 months), as well as with other parent and child pairs.
January 11 – June 30: At 9:00 AM Story Stroll – This fun and engaging class is for guardians and their toddlers (ages 2-3) to experience a journey of creativity play through Loch Haven Park. Reserve your spot ahead of time or drop in! Parents, Grandparents, or Caregivers are welcome. In the event of inclement weather, class will move inside at Orlando Family Stage. The runtime for each class is between 30-45 minutes.
Things to do in East Orlando
January 3: Be Safe Online (Ages 7-9) – Learn safety tips and good practices when using the Internet. – Registration Required at the Alafaya Branch Library
January 5: Family Game Time – Come play board games and card games with family and friends at the Alafaya Branch Library
January 6: Stories & Stretches – Wiggle and stretch to stories, songs and rhymes focusing on motor development. Recommended for ages 3-5. – Registration Required @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 7 – PROSPER & FLOURISH WOMEN IN BUSINESS NETWORKING from 9:00 – 11:00 AM at the Marketplace in Avalon Park. You must register to attend.
January 7: Homeschool Tech: Learn to Use a Microscope (Ages 7-12) – There’s a microscopic world waiting to be explored! Learn how to use a microscope and view the world around us through a different lens. – Registration Required @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 8: Bubble Playtime – Help your child develop gross-motor skills in this interactive bubble party. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers. @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 8: BINGO: For Kids! – Learn how to play BINGO for a chance to win prizes! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 9: At 7:00 PM Orlando Valkyries vs San Diego Mojo
January 11: At 7:45AM Sprouts at East Orlando Gym
January 11: Storytime with local author Gloria T. Williams at Avalon Park Arts & Culture Center @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 11: Make a Stop Motion Movie (Ages 7-9) – Explore the basics of animation while creating your own stop motion movie! Use the Stop Motion Studio app to bring objects to life, add titles, credits, sound, and more. – Registration Required @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 11: Make a Stop Motion Movie (Ages 10-12) – Explore the basics of animation while creating your own stop motion movie! Use the Stop Motion Studio app to bring objects to life, add titles, credits, sound, and more. – Registration Required @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 14: Design Minecraft Characters (Ages 7-9) – Give Steve and Alex fresh new looks. Design characters, items, blocks and mobs for Minecraft using Tynker. – Registration Required @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 15: Artsy Toddler – Learn new fine motor skills using paint, paste, glue, and stamps to create! Young Children will enjoy stories, songs and exploring age-appropriate art experiences. Recommended for ages 18-36 months – Registration Required @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 15: Little Chef: Groovy Berry Goodness – Create your own groovy berry goodness just like Pete the Cat made for his bake sale! Registration is required. Recommended for ages 3-5. @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 17: Learn to Use a Microscope (Ages 7-9) – There’s a microscopic world waiting to be explored! Learn how to use a microscope and view the world around us through a different lens. – Registration Required @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 18: ChariTea – Benefitting: Alex’s Lemonade Stand – A foundation dedicated to fighting childhood cancer.Bring your favorite tea fare for a potluck-style spread. Suggested donation of $25 per ticket, with 100% of proceeds going to the month’s charitable partner.
January 18: Yoga & Alignment Workshop – Find your Nirvana, Discover the foundations of proper alignment and take your yoga practice to the next level. Gold Members $15 | Silver/ Non-Members: $10
January 21: Bubble Play – Help your child develop gross-motor skills in this interactive bubble party. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5 @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 22: LEGO One Scoop Challenge – Create greatness with a single scoop! The challenge is on so let’s see what you can build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 24: Snack Bingo – Learn about Lunar New Year celebrations in different countries, sample multicultural snacks, and play Bingo at the same time! – Registration Required @Alafaya Branch Library
January 25: READing Paws – The Reading Education Assistance Dogs® [R.E.A.D.] program improves children’s reading and communication skills by employing a powerful method: reading to a therapy dog. Recommended for ages 6-12 @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 26: Orlando Valkyries vs Vegas Thrill
January 27: Cat Kid Comic Club (Ages 10-12) – Create you own dynamic Dog Man comics on the computer using Comic Life! Add pictures, background, and text to bring your comics to life! – Registration Required @ Alafaya Branch Library
- January 1-5
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January 3: Be Safe Online (Ages 7-9) – Learn safety tips and good practices when using the Internet. – Registration Required at the Alafaya Branch Library
January 5: Family Game Time – Come play board games and card games with family and friends at the Alafaya Branch Library
- January 6-12
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January 6: Stories & Stretches – Wiggle and stretch to stories, songs and rhymes focusing on motor development. Recommended for ages 3-5. – Registration Required @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 7 – PROSPER & FLOURISH WOMEN IN BUSINESS NETWORKING from 9:00 – 11:00 AM at the Marketplace in Avalon Park. You must register to attend.
January 7: Homeschool Tech: Learn to Use a Microscope (Ages 7-12) – There’s a microscopic world waiting to be explored! Learn how to use a microscope and view the world around us through a different lens. – Registration Required @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 8: Bubble Playtime – Help your child develop gross-motor skills in this interactive bubble party. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers. @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 8: BINGO: For Kids! – Learn how to play BINGO for a chance to win prizes! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 9: At 7:00 PM Orlando Valkyries vs San Diego Mojo
January 11: At 7:45AM Sprouts at East Orlando Gym
January 11: Storytime with local author Gloria T. Williams at Avalon Park Arts & Culture Center @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 11: Make a Stop Motion Movie (Ages 7-9) – Explore the basics of animation while creating your own stop motion movie! Use the Stop Motion Studio app to bring objects to life, add titles, credits, sound, and more. – Registration Required @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 11: Make a Stop Motion Movie (Ages 10-12) – Explore the basics of animation while creating your own stop motion movie! Use the Stop Motion Studio app to bring objects to life, add titles, credits, sound, and more. – Registration Required @ Alafaya Branch Library
- January 13-19
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January 14: Design Minecraft Characters (Ages 7-9) – Give Steve and Alex fresh new looks. Design characters, items, blocks and mobs for Minecraft using Tynker. – Registration Required @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 15: Artsy Toddler – Learn new fine motor skills using paint, paste, glue, and stamps to create! Young Children will enjoy stories, songs and exploring age-appropriate art experiences. Recommended for ages 18-36 months – Registration Required @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 15: Little Chef: Groovy Berry Goodness – Create your own groovy berry goodness just like Pete the Cat made for his bake sale! Registration is required. Recommended for ages 3-5. @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 17: Learn to Use a Microscope (Ages 7-9) – There’s a microscopic world waiting to be explored! Learn how to use a microscope and view the world around us through a different lens. – Registration Required @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 18: ChariTea – Benefitting: Alex’s Lemonade Stand – A foundation dedicated to fighting childhood cancer.Bring your favorite tea fare for a potluck-style spread. Suggested donation of $25 per ticket, with 100% of proceeds going to the month’s charitable partner.
January 18: Yoga & Alignment Workshop – Find your Nirvana, Discover the foundations of proper alignment and take your yoga practice to the next level. Gold Members $15 | Silver/ Non-Members: $10
- January 20-31
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January 21: Bubble Play – Help your child develop gross-motor skills in this interactive bubble party. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5 @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 22: LEGO One Scoop Challenge – Create greatness with a single scoop! The challenge is on so let’s see what you can build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 24: Snack Bingo – Learn about Lunar New Year celebrations in different countries, sample multicultural snacks, and play Bingo at the same time! – Registration Required @Alafaya Branch Library
January 25: READing Paws – The Reading Education Assistance Dogs® [R.E.A.D.] program improves children’s reading and communication skills by employing a powerful method: reading to a therapy dog. Recommended for ages 6-12 @ Alafaya Branch Library
January 26: Orlando Valkyries vs Vegas Thrill
January 27: Cat Kid Comic Club (Ages 10-12) – Create you own dynamic Dog Man comics on the computer using Comic Life! Add pictures, background, and text to bring your comics to life! – Registration Required @ Alafaya Branch Library
Things to do in Apopka/Wekiva/Longwood
Apopka Amphitheater: Come join us on select Saturdays for our free family-friendly concert series! On certain Saturday evenings, attendees can enjoy food, beverages, and sweets from local food trucks, or they are always welcome to bring their own food and beverages to enjoy throughout the evening.
Every Friday & Saturday – Sounds of Wekiva, Wekiva Island, 7 – 11PM, live at The Island. Hear great music while enjoying your favorite beer and wine from The Tooting Otter Bar. Featuring:
(January 3 – Mark & Jenna – January 4 – Tim & Steph – January 10 – Jason Thomas & Billy Varnes – January 11 – Alana Cavanaugh- January 17 – David Schweitzer & Life on Mars – January 18 – Are Friends Electric- January 24 – Radio Road Show – January 25 – Scott Davidson- January 31 – Bill Olvey)
Every Saturday 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM: Farmers Market @ Reiter Park
January 8: Wine & Paint – Join our very talented Artist, Elisabeth Ferber and let her guide you step by step through creating your own masterpiece! Current price: 2 glasses of wine, all your supplies and gourmet charcuterie are included for only $40! Reservations are required. Limited Reservations are available.
January 9: Little Artist – Get creative with arts and crafts! Explore art techniques, play with bubbles, and learn letters, numbers and colors. Recommended for preschoolers. – Registration Required @ North Orange Branch Library
January 11: From 4PM-9PM, Concert in the Park & Food Truck Battle – @ Reiter Park
Apopka Amphitheater: Come join us on select Saturdays for our free family-friendly concert series! On certain Saturday evenings, attendees can enjoy food, beverages, and sweets from local food trucks, or they are always welcome to bring their own food and beverages to enjoy throughout the evening.
Every Friday & Saturday – Sounds of Wekiva, Wekiva Island, 7 – 11PM, live at The Island. Hear great music while enjoying your favorite beer and wine from The Tooting Otter Bar. Featuring:
(January 3 – Mark & Jenna – January 4 – Tim & Steph – January 10 – Jason Thomas & Billy Varnes – January 11 – Alana Cavanaugh- January 17 – David Schweitzer & Life on Mars – January 18 – Are Friends Electric- January 24 – Radio Road Show – January 25 – Scott Davidson- January 31 – Bill Olvey)
Every Saturday 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM: Farmers Market @ Reiter Park
January 14: Little Chef: Teddy Bear Toast – Learn how to make teddy bear toast for a healthy breakfast or snack! Adult participation is required. Registration required. Recommended for ages 3-5 @ North Orange Branch Library
January 16: Do You Want To Build a Snowman? – t’s winter! Join us for winter themed stories and crafts to get into the spirit of colder weather and learn winter vocabulary in Spanish. Recommended for ages 6-12 @ North Orange Branch Library
January 17: Movie in the Park – @ Reiter Park
Apopka Amphitheater: Come join us on select Saturdays for our free family-friendly concert series! On certain Saturday evenings, attendees can enjoy food, beverages, and sweets from local food trucks, or they are always welcome to bring their own food and beverages to enjoy throughout the evening.
Every Friday & Saturday – Sounds of Wekiva, Wekiva Island, 7 – 11PM, live at The Island. Hear great music while enjoying your favorite beer and wine from The Tooting Otter Bar. Featuring:
(January 3 – Mark & Jenna – January 4 – Tim & Steph – January 10 – Jason Thomas & Billy Varnes – January 11 – Alana Cavanaugh- January 17 – David Schweitzer & Life on Mars – January 18 – Are Friends Electric- January 24 – Radio Road Show – January 25 – Scott Davidson- January 31 – Bill Olvey)
Every Saturday 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM: Farmers Market @ Reiter Park
January 20: 16th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade – Parade Route: Starts at 519 South Central Avenue & ends at the John H. Bridges Community Center
January 25: Saturday Sounds Concert Series with Blake Guyre as Elton John/Billy Joel Tribute Band
January 25: Orlando Prowlers Dance Team Performance @ Reiter Park
Apopka Amphitheater: Come join us on select Saturdays for our free family-friendly concert series! On certain Saturday evenings, attendees can enjoy food, beverages, and sweets from local food trucks, or they are always welcome to bring their own food and beverages to enjoy throughout the evening.
Every Friday & Saturday – Sounds of Wekiva, Wekiva Island, 7 – 11PM, live at The Island. Hear great music while enjoying your favorite beer and wine from The Tooting Otter Bar. Featuring:
(January 3 – Mark & Jenna – January 4 – Tim & Steph – January 10 – Jason Thomas & Billy Varnes – January 11 – Alana Cavanaugh- January 17 – David Schweitzer & Life on Mars – January 18 – Are Friends Electric- January 24 – Radio Road Show – January 25 – Scott Davidson- January 31 – Bill Olvey)
Every Saturday 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM: Farmers Market @ Reiter Park
- January 1-5
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Apopka Amphitheater: Come join us on select Saturdays for our free family-friendly concert series! On certain Saturday evenings, attendees can enjoy food, beverages, and sweets from local food trucks, or they are always welcome to bring their own food and beverages to enjoy throughout the evening.
Every Friday & Saturday – Sounds of Wekiva, Wekiva Island, 7 – 11PM, live at The Island. Hear great music while enjoying your favorite beer and wine from The Tooting Otter Bar. Featuring:
(January 3 – Mark & Jenna – January 4 – Tim & Steph – January 10 – Jason Thomas & Billy Varnes – January 11 – Alana Cavanaugh- January 17 – David Schweitzer & Life on Mars – January 18 – Are Friends Electric- January 24 – Radio Road Show – January 25 – Scott Davidson- January 31 – Bill Olvey)Every Saturday 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM: Farmers Market @ Reiter Park
- January 6-12
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January 8: Wine & Paint – Join our very talented Artist, Elisabeth Ferber and let her guide you step by step through creating your own masterpiece! Current price: 2 glasses of wine, all your supplies and gourmet charcuterie are included for only $40! Reservations are required. Limited Reservations are available.
January 9: Little Artist – Get creative with arts and crafts! Explore art techniques, play with bubbles, and learn letters, numbers and colors. Recommended for preschoolers. – Registration Required @ North Orange Branch Library
January 11: From 4PM-9PM, Concert in the Park & Food Truck Battle – @ Reiter Park
Apopka Amphitheater: Come join us on select Saturdays for our free family-friendly concert series! On certain Saturday evenings, attendees can enjoy food, beverages, and sweets from local food trucks, or they are always welcome to bring their own food and beverages to enjoy throughout the evening.
Every Friday & Saturday – Sounds of Wekiva, Wekiva Island, 7 – 11PM, live at The Island. Hear great music while enjoying your favorite beer and wine from The Tooting Otter Bar. Featuring:
(January 3 – Mark & Jenna – January 4 – Tim & Steph – January 10 – Jason Thomas & Billy Varnes – January 11 – Alana Cavanaugh- January 17 – David Schweitzer & Life on Mars – January 18 – Are Friends Electric- January 24 – Radio Road Show – January 25 – Scott Davidson- January 31 – Bill Olvey)Every Saturday 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM: Farmers Market @ Reiter Park
- January 13-19
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January 14: Little Chef: Teddy Bear Toast – Learn how to make teddy bear toast for a healthy breakfast or snack! Adult participation is required. Registration required. Recommended for ages 3-5 @ North Orange Branch Library
January 16: Do You Want To Build a Snowman? – t’s winter! Join us for winter themed stories and crafts to get into the spirit of colder weather and learn winter vocabulary in Spanish. Recommended for ages 6-12 @ North Orange Branch Library
January 17: Movie in the Park – @ Reiter Park
Apopka Amphitheater: Come join us on select Saturdays for our free family-friendly concert series! On certain Saturday evenings, attendees can enjoy food, beverages, and sweets from local food trucks, or they are always welcome to bring their own food and beverages to enjoy throughout the evening.
Every Friday & Saturday – Sounds of Wekiva, Wekiva Island, 7 – 11PM, live at The Island. Hear great music while enjoying your favorite beer and wine from The Tooting Otter Bar. Featuring:
(January 3 – Mark & Jenna – January 4 – Tim & Steph – January 10 – Jason Thomas & Billy Varnes – January 11 – Alana Cavanaugh- January 17 – David Schweitzer & Life on Mars – January 18 – Are Friends Electric- January 24 – Radio Road Show – January 25 – Scott Davidson- January 31 – Bill Olvey)Every Saturday 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM: Farmers Market @ Reiter Park
- January 20-31
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January 20: 16th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade – Parade Route: Starts at 519 South Central Avenue & ends at the John H. Bridges Community Center
January 25: Saturday Sounds Concert Series with Blake Guyre as Elton John/Billy Joel Tribute Band
January 25: Orlando Prowlers Dance Team Performance @ Reiter Park
Apopka Amphitheater: Come join us on select Saturdays for our free family-friendly concert series! On certain Saturday evenings, attendees can enjoy food, beverages, and sweets from local food trucks, or they are always welcome to bring their own food and beverages to enjoy throughout the evening.
Every Friday & Saturday – Sounds of Wekiva, Wekiva Island, 7 – 11PM, live at The Island. Hear great music while enjoying your favorite beer and wine from The Tooting Otter Bar. Featuring:
(January 3 – Mark & Jenna – January 4 – Tim & Steph – January 10 – Jason Thomas & Billy Varnes – January 11 – Alana Cavanaugh- January 17 – David Schweitzer & Life on Mars – January 18 – Are Friends Electric- January 24 – Radio Road Show – January 25 – Scott Davidson- January 31 – Bill Olvey)Every Saturday 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM: Farmers Market @ Reiter Park
Things to do in Winter Garden/Ocoee/Clermont
January 4: I Love Manatees – Show some love for Florida’s state marine animal with stories, crafts and activities. Recommended for families. – Registration Required @Winter Garden Library
Every Friday on the Plaza, Downtown Winter Garden, Centennial Plaza Gazebo, 7:00 – 9:00 PM, Come enjoy live music every Friday night on the Plaza
Every Tuesday, Trivia Night at Crooked Night
Every Wednesday, Trivia Night at Home State Brewing
First Thursday of every month, Ocoee Community Market.
Every Saturday Winter Garden Farmer’s Market
Every Sunday Clermont Farmer’s Market
Every Sunday Hamlin Artisan Market
January 8: Calder’s Mobile Art – Explore the works of Alexander Calder and create your own abstract mobile. Recommended for ages 6-12. – Registration Required @ Winter Garden Library
January 11: Plant Clinic – Bring your plants and ask questions! Master Gardener Volunteers from the UF/IFAS Orange County Extension Office will be available to answer your gardening questions.
Every Tuesday, Trivia Night at Crooked Night
Every Wednesday, Trivia Night at Home State Brewing
First Thursday of every month, Ocoee Community Market.
Every Saturday Winter Garden Farmer’s Market
Every Sunday Clermont Farmer’s Market
Every Sunday Hamlin Artisan Market
January 15: Cuisine Corner Junior: Rainbow Nachos – Celebrate a new year by preparing a fun and edible fruit rainbow! Children will learn about fruits and colors as they assemble their snack. Recommended for ages 6-12 @ Winter Garden Library
Every Tuesday, Trivia Night at Crooked Night
Every Wednesday, Trivia Night at Home State Brewing
First Thursday of every month, Ocoee Community Market.
Every Saturday Winter Garden Farmer’s Market
Every Sunday Clermont Farmer’s Market
Every Sunday Hamlin Artisan Market
January 20: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration – Parade 11a, Historic Downtown – Live Entertainment & Activities 11:30-4:00PM, Downtown Pavilion, 104 S. Lakeview Ave
January 22: Mindful Start Family Yoga – Silly and fun yoga poses designed for kids! Flow-through an imaginative journey filled with puppets, parachute games, and relaxing rest time! Recommended for families with children ages 0-7. – Registration Required @ Winter Garden Library
January 22: Story Time – Join us at the Oakland Nature Preserve’s Ginn Museum for Story Time from 10am to 1030am. The session will focus on a theme, and will allow children, with a parent or caregiver, to enjoy a wonderful story, activity or animal interaction, and time at the Preserve. Story Time activities will be targeted for ages 2-5, but all are welcome to attend and enjoy.
January 25: Oakland Heritage Day – The festival celebrates Oakland’s small-town charm, unique history, nature, wellness and the arts with a family-friendly day of live music, food trucks, 100 fine arts and crafts vendors, interactive kids’ activities, and more. Historic Florida section sponsored by Oakland Nature Preserve features animal ambassadors and a silent auction benefitting the Preserve.
January 20: Hamlin Cruise-in – Get ready to rev up your excitement! Join us for an incredible evening filled with family fun, music beats, and cash prizes at the Hamlin Cruise-In, showcasing cars from 1990 and older! The Hamlin Cruise-In will take place in the Lake District, streetside between Ford’s Garage & Cinépolis Luxury Theatre.
Every Tuesday, Trivia Night at Crooked Night
Every Wednesday, Trivia Night at Home State Brewing
First Thursday of every month, Ocoee Community Market.
Every Saturday Winter Garden Farmer’s Market
Every Sunday Clermont Farmer’s Market
Every Sunday Hamlin Artisan Market
- January 1-5
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January 4: I Love Manatees – Show some love for Florida’s state marine animal with stories, crafts and activities. Recommended for families. – Registration Required @Winter Garden Library
Every Friday on the Plaza, Downtown Winter Garden, Centennial Plaza Gazebo, 7:00 – 9:00 PM, Come enjoy live music every Friday night on the Plaza
Every Tuesday, Trivia Night at Crooked Night
Every Wednesday, Trivia Night at Home State Brewing
First Thursday of every month, Ocoee Community Market.
Every Saturday Winter Garden Farmer’s Market
Every Sunday Clermont Farmer’s Market
Every Sunday Hamlin Artisan Market
- January 6-12
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January 8: Calder’s Mobile Art – Explore the works of Alexander Calder and create your own abstract mobile. Recommended for ages 6-12. – Registration Required @ Winter Garden Library
January 11: Plant Clinic – Bring your plants and ask questions! Master Gardener Volunteers from the UF/IFAS Orange County Extension Office will be available to answer your gardening questions.
Every Tuesday, Trivia Night at Crooked Night
Every Wednesday, Trivia Night at Home State Brewing
First Thursday of every month, Ocoee Community Market.
Every Saturday Winter Garden Farmer’s Market
Every Sunday Clermont Farmer’s Market
Every Sunday Hamlin Artisan Market
- January 13-19
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January 15: Cuisine Corner Junior: Rainbow Nachos – Celebrate a new year by preparing a fun and edible fruit rainbow! Children will learn about fruits and colors as they assemble their snack. Recommended for ages 6-12 @ Winter Garden Library
Every Tuesday, Trivia Night at Crooked Night
Every Wednesday, Trivia Night at Home State Brewing
First Thursday of every month, Ocoee Community Market.
Every Saturday Winter Garden Farmer’s Market
Every Sunday Clermont Farmer’s Market
Every Sunday Hamlin Artisan Market
- January 20-31
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January 20: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration – Parade 11a, Historic Downtown – Live Entertainment & Activities 11:30-4:00PM, Downtown Pavilion, 104 S. Lakeview Ave
January 22: Mindful Start Family Yoga – Silly and fun yoga poses designed for kids! Flow-through an imaginative journey filled with puppets, parachute games, and relaxing rest time! Recommended for families with children ages 0-7. – Registration Required @ Winter Garden Library
January 22: Story Time – Join us at the Oakland Nature Preserve’s Ginn Museum for Story Time from 10am to 1030am. The session will focus on a theme, and will allow children, with a parent or caregiver, to enjoy a wonderful story, activity or animal interaction, and time at the Preserve. Story Time activities will be targeted for ages 2-5, but all are welcome to attend and enjoy.
January 25: Oakland Heritage Day – The festival celebrates Oakland’s small-town charm, unique history, nature, wellness and the arts with a family-friendly day of live music, food trucks, 100 fine arts and crafts vendors, interactive kids’ activities, and more. Historic Florida section sponsored by Oakland Nature Preserve features animal ambassadors and a silent auction benefitting the Preserve.
January 20: Hamlin Cruise-in – Get ready to rev up your excitement! Join us for an incredible evening filled with family fun, music beats, and cash prizes at the Hamlin Cruise-In, showcasing cars from 1990 and older! The Hamlin Cruise-In will take place in the Lake District, streetside between Ford’s Garage & Cinépolis Luxury Theatre.
Every Tuesday, Trivia Night at Crooked Night
Every Wednesday, Trivia Night at Home State Brewing
First Thursday of every month, Ocoee Community Market.
Every Saturday Winter Garden Farmer’s Market
Every Sunday Clermont Farmer’s Market
Every Sunday Hamlin Artisan Market
Things to do in Maitland/Altamonte
January 3: Getdown Downtown Street Party – 1776 Independence Lane Maitland, FL 32751
January 6: Hooked on Books – Begins – Love books? Want to spark your child’s joy for reading? Dive into our first-ever, year-long reading challenge! Participants will enjoy exciting adventures, win prizes and uncover the magic of stories as they journey through the world of books. As readers progress through the challenge they will be awarded small prizes.
100 Books | Ages 5 – 9
50 Books | Ages 10 – 12
30 Books | Ages 13 – 17
Stop by the Library and pick up a Hooked on Books reading log today!
Every Sunday: Farmer’s Market from 9a-1PM – 1776 Independence Lane Maitland, FL 32751
January 8: Fresh for Kids – It’s our hands-on cooking class for kids. Each month, we’ll learn two to three new recipes that children can make themselves @ Maitland Public Library
Every Sunday: Farmer’s Market from 9a-1PM – 1776 Independence Lane Maitland, FL 32751
January 13: Between 4PM-5PM – LEGO Makers Club (Ages 5-17) – The Altamonte Springs Science Incubator (AS₂I) and the City Library host a monthly LEGO Makers Club. Patrons ages 5 to 17 build themed LEGO STEM creations based on their selected challenge card. LEGO sets are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. – 281 Maitland Ave., Altamonte Springs
January 15: Between 4PM-5PM – STEAM Stars – Does your child love cool experiments, art that pops and learning new things? This free program sponsored by AS₂I features fun science, technology, engineering, art and math projects. –
January 18: Between 6:30PM-8:30PM Movie in the Park – 1776 Independence Lane Maitland, FL 32751
Every Sunday: Farmer’s Market from 9a-1PM – 1776 Independence Lane Maitland, FL 32751
January 29: FREE Evening of Music & Art in Maitland – In this first-ever event of its kind here in Maitland, the Art & History Museums of Maitland (A&H) invites the Central Florida Composer’s Forum (CFCF) and the Howey Music Series (HMS) into our current gallery exhibition Future Nature: The Silent Conversations of Sinuhé Vega Negrin. Local composers will take inspiration from the art in our galleries to create new short compositions that pair with Negrin’s artistic visions. Musicians will then interpret these compositions live, filling our galleries with sounds and images of a positive potential future where humanity exists harmoniously with nature.
January 31: Between 6:30PM-8:30PM – Poetry Coffeehouse Night – Join us for an open-mic night. You are invited to read an original poem of your own or just sit back and enjoy.Poetry during the first hour is typically suitable for poets of all ages. After the midpoint, some poems may have adult themes not suitable for all listeners.
Every Sunday: Farmer’s Market from 9a-1PM – 1776 Independence Lane Maitland, FL 32751
- January 1-5
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January 3: Getdown Downtown Street Party – 1776 Independence Lane Maitland, FL 32751
January 6: Hooked on Books – Begins – Love books? Want to spark your child’s joy for reading? Dive into our first-ever, year-long reading challenge! Participants will enjoy exciting adventures, win prizes and uncover the magic of stories as they journey through the world of books. As readers progress through the challenge they will be awarded small prizes.
100 Books | Ages 5 – 9
50 Books | Ages 10 – 12
30 Books | Ages 13 – 17
Stop by the Library and pick up a Hooked on Books reading log today!
Every Sunday: Farmer’s Market from 9a-1PM – 1776 Independence Lane Maitland, FL 32751
- January 6-12
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January 8: Fresh for Kids – It’s our hands-on cooking class for kids. Each month, we’ll learn two to three new recipes that children can make themselves @ Maitland Public Library
Every Sunday: Farmer’s Market from 9a-1PM – 1776 Independence Lane Maitland, FL 32751
- January 13-19
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January 13: Between 4PM-5PM – LEGO Makers Club (Ages 5-17) – The Altamonte Springs Science Incubator (AS₂I) and the City Library host a monthly LEGO Makers Club. Patrons ages 5 to 17 build themed LEGO STEM creations based on their selected challenge card. LEGO sets are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. – 281 Maitland Ave., Altamonte Springs
January 15: Between 4PM-5PM – STEAM Stars – Does your child love cool experiments, art that pops and learning new things? This free program sponsored by AS₂I features fun science, technology, engineering, art and math projects. –January 18: Between 6:30PM-8:30PM Movie in the Park – 1776 Independence Lane Maitland, FL 32751
Every Sunday: Farmer’s Market from 9a-1PM – 1776 Independence Lane Maitland, FL 32751
- January 20-31
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January 29: FREE Evening of Music & Art in Maitland – In this first-ever event of its kind here in Maitland, the Art & History Museums of Maitland (A&H) invites the Central Florida Composer’s Forum (CFCF) and the Howey Music Series (HMS) into our current gallery exhibition Future Nature: The Silent Conversations of Sinuhé Vega Negrin. Local composers will take inspiration from the art in our galleries to create new short compositions that pair with Negrin’s artistic visions. Musicians will then interpret these compositions live, filling our galleries with sounds and images of a positive potential future where humanity exists harmoniously with nature.
January 31: Between 6:30PM-8:30PM – Poetry Coffeehouse Night – Join us for an open-mic night. You are invited to read an original poem of your own or just sit back and enjoy.Poetry during the first hour is typically suitable for poets of all ages. After the midpoint, some poems may have adult themes not suitable for all listeners.
Every Sunday: Farmer’s Market from 9a-1PM – 1776 Independence Lane Maitland, FL 32751
Things to do in Winter Park/College Park/Baldwin Park
January 5: Between 2:30PM-4:30PM – Jane-uary Tea Party – Celebrate the beginning of Winter Park Library’s “Year with Jane Austen” at this Austentatious tea party! Dress in your best to enjoy a cup of tea, snacks, and Austen-themed activities. Enrollment is not required. Drop in while supplies last @Winter Park Library
Every Saturday: Yoga in the Garden, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 South Denning Drive, Winter Park, 9AM, Join us for yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature.
Every Sunday: Yoga in the Garden, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 South Denning Drive, Winter Park, 4PM, Join us for yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature.
January 6: Between 7PM-7:30PM – Pajama Time – Ages 2-5. Wear your favorite pair of pajamas and join Ms. Zoë for an evening of stories, songs and rhymes designed to build letter knowledge, vocabulary and narrative skills. We encourage full and active participation of accompanying adults. Please enroll per child and list younger siblings names and ages in the notes. @Winter Park Library
Every Saturday: Yoga in the Garden, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 South Denning Drive, Winter Park, 9AM, Join us for yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature.
Every Sunday: Yoga in the Garden, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 South Denning Drive, Winter Park, 4PM, Join us for yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature.
January 13: Between 7PM-7:30PM – Pajama Time – Ages 2-5. Wear your favorite pair of pajamas and join Ms. Zoë for an evening of stories, songs and rhymes designed to build letter knowledge, vocabulary and narrative skills. We encourage full and active participation of accompanying adults. Please enroll per child and list younger siblings names and ages in the notes @Winter Park Library
January 14: Between 6PM-7PM – Ravenous Readers Book Club – Grades 5-7. Discuss Kelcie Murphy and the Academy for the Unbreakable Arts by Erika Lewis and enjoy book-related games and activities, and pizza! – Registration Required @Winter Park Library
Every Saturday: Yoga in the Garden, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 South Denning Drive, Winter Park, 9AM, Join us for yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature.
Every Sunday: Yoga in the Garden, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 South Denning Drive, Winter Park, 4PM, Join us for yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature.
Every Saturday: Yoga in the Garden, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 South Denning Drive, Winter Park, 9AM, Join us for yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature.
Every Sunday: Yoga in the Garden, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 South Denning Drive, Winter Park, 4PM, Join us for yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature.
- January 1-5
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January 5: Between 2:30PM-4:30PM – Jane-uary Tea Party – Celebrate the beginning of Winter Park Library’s “Year with Jane Austen” at this Austentatious tea party! Dress in your best to enjoy a cup of tea, snacks, and Austen-themed activities. Enrollment is not required. Drop in while supplies last @Winter Park Library
Every Saturday: Yoga in the Garden, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 South Denning Drive, Winter Park, 9AM, Join us for yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature.
Every Sunday: Yoga in the Garden, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 South Denning Drive, Winter Park, 4PM, Join us for yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature.
- January 6-12
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January 6: Between 7PM-7:30PM – Pajama Time – Ages 2-5. Wear your favorite pair of pajamas and join Ms. Zoë for an evening of stories, songs and rhymes designed to build letter knowledge, vocabulary and narrative skills. We encourage full and active participation of accompanying adults. Please enroll per child and list younger siblings names and ages in the notes. @Winter Park Library
Every Saturday: Yoga in the Garden, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 South Denning Drive, Winter Park, 9AM, Join us for yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature.
Every Sunday: Yoga in the Garden, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 South Denning Drive, Winter Park, 4PM, Join us for yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature.
- January 13-19
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January 13: Between 7PM-7:30PM – Pajama Time – Ages 2-5. Wear your favorite pair of pajamas and join Ms. Zoë for an evening of stories, songs and rhymes designed to build letter knowledge, vocabulary and narrative skills. We encourage full and active participation of accompanying adults. Please enroll per child and list younger siblings names and ages in the notes @Winter Park Library
January 14: Between 6PM-7PM – Ravenous Readers Book Club – Grades 5-7. Discuss Kelcie Murphy and the Academy for the Unbreakable Arts by Erika Lewis and enjoy book-related games and activities, and pizza! – Registration Required @Winter Park Library
Every Saturday: Yoga in the Garden, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 South Denning Drive, Winter Park, 9AM, Join us for yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature.
Every Sunday: Yoga in the Garden, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 South Denning Drive, Winter Park, 4PM, Join us for yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature.
- January 20-31
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Every Saturday: Yoga in the Garden, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 South Denning Drive, Winter Park, 9AM, Join us for yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature.
Every Sunday: Yoga in the Garden, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 South Denning Drive, Winter Park, 4PM, Join us for yoga in the Garden in the midst of the beautiful Mead Botanical Garden. Take part in the opportunity to truly connect with yourself and nature.
Things to do in Daytona/DeLand
January 2: Between 4:00 PM-7:00 PM – Under Armor All-American Football Game – The nation’s top high school athletes will showcase their skills, grit, and determination at the Under Armour Next All-American Football Game on January 2nd at 4pm at Spec Martin Stadium. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to see the next generation of gridiron superstars showcase their skills on the field. Learn more and get your tickets at https://shorturl.at/8469Z. Use code ALLAMERICA at checkout for free tickets! Secure your spot to watch the action before tickets are sold out! 260 E Euclid Ave DeLand, FL
January 3 & 4: Starting at 7:30PM – The Rocket Man Show, A Tribute to Elton John – This is Elton! Rus Anderson is Elton John’s official body double for his Farewell Yellow Brick Road world tour launch promo video. Picked by the man himself, Rus performs as a young Elton John in The Rocket Man Show – driving a night of Elton’s greatest hits, with spot on vocals & fierce piano playing. Remember when rock was young? You will after the show! Live at the Athens Theatre – 124 North Florida Avenue
If you live in this area and know of something super cool happening, let us know and we’ll add it!
January 18: Between 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM – Downtown DeLand Cruise-In – Location: Alabama & Indiana Avenue
If you live in this area and know of something super cool happening, let us know and we’ll add it!
If you live in this area and know of something super cool happening, let us know and we’ll add it!
- January 1-5
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January 2: Between 4:00 PM-7:00 PM – Under Armor All-American Football Game – The nation’s top high school athletes will showcase their skills, grit, and determination at the Under Armour Next All-American Football Game on January 2nd at 4pm at Spec Martin Stadium. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to see the next generation of gridiron superstars showcase their skills on the field. Learn more and get your tickets at https://shorturl.at/8469Z. Use code ALLAMERICA at checkout for free tickets! Secure your spot to watch the action before tickets are sold out! 260 E Euclid Ave DeLand, FL
January 3 & 4: Starting at 7:30PM – The Rocket Man Show, A Tribute to Elton John – This is Elton! Rus Anderson is Elton John’s official body double for his Farewell Yellow Brick Road world tour launch promo video. Picked by the man himself, Rus performs as a young Elton John in The Rocket Man Show – driving a night of Elton’s greatest hits, with spot on vocals & fierce piano playing. Remember when rock was young? You will after the show! Live at the Athens Theatre – 124 North Florida Avenue
- January 6-12
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If you live in this area and know of something super cool happening, let us know and we’ll add it!
- January 13-19
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January 18: Between 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM – Downtown DeLand Cruise-In – Location: Alabama & Indiana Avenue
If you live in this area and know of something super cool happening, let us know and we’ll add it!
- January 20-31
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If you live in this area and know of something super cool happening, let us know and we’ll add it!
Things to do in Kissimmee
Every Thursday: Craft, Food, & Drink Market, 6PM, The Promenade Sunset Craft, Food, & Drink Market features the best craft and artisan vendors from across Central Florida, now joined by many of our terrific venues of the Promenade as they bring their delicious food and beverage menus to the streets of Sunset Walk!
Every Friday: Dockside Dueling Pianos, The Wharf, 9:30PM – Midnight, Discover an inviting haven at The Wharf at Sunset Walk, designed to captivate target groups seeking vibrant group outings and special celebrations like birthdays, anniversaries, and bachelorette parties. Every Friday night, relish the excitement of Dockside Dueling Pianos, where aficionados of collective revelry can immerse themselves in the joy of requesting beloved tunes while being swept away by the dynamic live piano performances. $6 cover charge at the door beginning at 9:30 PM. Ages 21 and over only after 9:30 PM.
Every Saturday: Show Car Saturday Nights, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 4 – 8PM, The Promenade at Sunset Walk is home to Show Car Saturday Nights. All makes and models are welcome and displayed along Margaritaville Boulevard. Car enthusiasts will enjoy the music of DJ Scotty B while admiring an amazing collection of classic to modern automobiles. The best live bands also share the Promenade Plaza Stage nightly. Throughout the evening, find your favorite restaurants and shops at the Promenade at Sunset Walk.
Every Saturday: Sunset Saturday Artisan Market, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 6PM, features the best local artisan, craft, and specialty vendors from across Central Florida.
Every Sunday: Sunday-Latin-Sunday, Promenade Plaza Stage, 5PM, Join us every Sunday evenings as the Promenade at Sunset Walk, El Jefe Tequilas Taco Cantina, BR 77 Brazilian Steak House, and Estefan Kitchen Orlando present Sunday-Latin-Sunday on the Promenade Plaza Stage, starting at 5 PM. Sunday-Latin-Sunday features the very best DJs from Central Florida including: DJ Gabriel, DJ J Quezt, DJ Elie, and DJ K1X spinning the best merengue, salsa, Latin pop, bachata, and more!
January 7-19: Mecum Kissimmee – Mecum Kissimmee 2025 is the world’s largest collector car auction featuring an estimated 4,500 American muscle cars, classics, Corvettes, exotics, trucks, Hot Rods, customs and more to cross the auction block with daily Road Art® selections, food vendors, exhibitors, the Dodge Thrill Ride and, of course, the ceaseless high-energy Mecum auction action. 1-day tickets: $30 and 3-day tickets: $75. 25% off the standard at-auction price for tickets purchased in advance. Children 12-and-under free – Osceola Heritage Park
January 10 & 17 & 24: R.I.S.E. Up Osceola – READ Bus, Hart Memorial Library & TechCentral, 211 E Dakin Ave, Kissimmee, 9:15AM – 12PM, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old. Two available sessions as follow: 9:15 am and 10:15 am.
Second Sunday of Every Month: Car & Truck Show, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 11AM – 2PM, On the second Sunday of every month, the Promenade at Sunset Walk hosts hundreds of classic to modern cars and trucks from all eras, makes, and models. Hosted by DJ Scotty B playing the perfect complement of everything from classic rock & roll to today’s current hits. Be sure to visit all of the restaurants, shops, and entertainment options in the Promenade at Sunset Walk.
Every Thursday: Craft, Food, & Drink Market, 6PM, The Promenade Sunset Craft, Food, & Drink Market features the best craft and artisan vendors from across Central Florida, now joined by many of our terrific venues of the Promenade as they bring their delicious food and beverage menus to the streets of Sunset Walk!
Every Friday: Dockside Dueling Pianos, The Wharf, 9:30PM – Midnight, Discover an inviting haven at The Wharf at Sunset Walk, designed to captivate target groups seeking vibrant group outings and special celebrations like birthdays, anniversaries, and bachelorette parties. Every Friday night, relish the excitement of Dockside Dueling Pianos, where aficionados of collective revelry can immerse themselves in the joy of requesting beloved tunes while being swept away by the dynamic live piano performances. $6 cover charge at the door beginning at 9:30 PM. Ages 21 and over only after 9:30 PM.
Every Saturday: Show Car Saturday Nights, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 4 – 8PM, The Promenade at Sunset Walk is home to Show Car Saturday Nights. All makes and models are welcome and displayed along Margaritaville Boulevard. Car enthusiasts will enjoy the music of DJ Scotty B while admiring an amazing collection of classic to modern automobiles. The best live bands also share the Promenade Plaza Stage nightly. Throughout the evening, find your favorite restaurants and shops at the Promenade at Sunset Walk.
Every Saturday: Sunset Saturday Artisan Market, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 6PM, features the best local artisan, craft, and specialty vendors from across Central Florida.
Every Sunday: Sunday-Latin-Sunday, Promenade Plaza Stage, 5PM, Join us every Sunday evenings as the Promenade at Sunset Walk, El Jefe Tequilas Taco Cantina, BR 77 Brazilian Steak House, and Estefan Kitchen Orlando present Sunday-Latin-Sunday on the Promenade Plaza Stage, starting at 5 PM. Sunday-Latin-Sunday features the very best DJs from Central Florida including: DJ Gabriel, DJ J Quezt, DJ Elie, and DJ K1X spinning the best merengue, salsa, Latin pop, bachata, and more!
January 10 & 17 & 24: R.I.S.E. Up Osceola – READ Bus, Hart Memorial Library & TechCentral, 211 E Dakin Ave, Kissimmee, 9:15AM – 12PM, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old. Two available sessions as follow: 9:15 am and 10:15 am.
Every Thursday: Craft, Food, & Drink Market, 6PM, The Promenade Sunset Craft, Food, & Drink Market features the best craft and artisan vendors from across Central Florida, now joined by many of our terrific venues of the Promenade as they bring their delicious food and beverage menus to the streets of Sunset Walk!
Every Friday: Dockside Dueling Pianos, The Wharf, 9:30PM – Midnight, Discover an inviting haven at The Wharf at Sunset Walk, designed to captivate target groups seeking vibrant group outings and special celebrations like birthdays, anniversaries, and bachelorette parties. Every Friday night, relish the excitement of Dockside Dueling Pianos, where aficionados of collective revelry can immerse themselves in the joy of requesting beloved tunes while being swept away by the dynamic live piano performances. $6 cover charge at the door beginning at 9:30 PM. Ages 21 and over only after 9:30 PM.
Every Saturday: Show Car Saturday Nights, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 4 – 8PM, The Promenade at Sunset Walk is home to Show Car Saturday Nights. All makes and models are welcome and displayed along Margaritaville Boulevard. Car enthusiasts will enjoy the music of DJ Scotty B while admiring an amazing collection of classic to modern automobiles. The best live bands also share the Promenade Plaza Stage nightly. Throughout the evening, find your favorite restaurants and shops at the Promenade at Sunset Walk.
Every Saturday: Sunset Saturday Artisan Market, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 6PM, features the best local artisan, craft, and specialty vendors from across Central Florida.
Every Sunday: Sunday-Latin-Sunday, Promenade Plaza Stage, 5PM, Join us every Sunday evenings as the Promenade at Sunset Walk, El Jefe Tequilas Taco Cantina, BR 77 Brazilian Steak House, and Estefan Kitchen Orlando present Sunday-Latin-Sunday on the Promenade Plaza Stage, starting at 5 PM. Sunday-Latin-Sunday features the very best DJs from Central Florida including: DJ Gabriel, DJ J Quezt, DJ Elie, and DJ K1X spinning the best merengue, salsa, Latin pop, bachata, and more!
January 10 & 17 & 24: R.I.S.E. Up Osceola – READ Bus, Hart Memorial Library & TechCentral, 211 E Dakin Ave, Kissimmee, 9:15AM – 12PM, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old. Two available sessions as follow: 9:15 am and 10:15 am.
Second Sunday of Every Month: Car & Truck Show, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 11AM – 2PM, On the second Sunday of every month, the Promenade at Sunset Walk hosts hundreds of classic to modern cars and trucks from all eras, makes, and models. Hosted by DJ Scotty B playing the perfect complement of everything from classic rock & roll to today’s current hits. Be sure to visit all of the restaurants, shops, and entertainment options in the Promenade at Sunset Walk.
Every Thursday: Craft, Food, & Drink Market, 6PM, The Promenade Sunset Craft, Food, & Drink Market features the best craft and artisan vendors from across Central Florida, now joined by many of our terrific venues of the Promenade as they bring their delicious food and beverage menus to the streets of Sunset Walk!
Every Friday: Dockside Dueling Pianos, The Wharf, 9:30PM – Midnight, Discover an inviting haven at The Wharf at Sunset Walk, designed to captivate target groups seeking vibrant group outings and special celebrations like birthdays, anniversaries, and bachelorette parties. Every Friday night, relish the excitement of Dockside Dueling Pianos, where aficionados of collective revelry can immerse themselves in the joy of requesting beloved tunes while being swept away by the dynamic live piano performances. $6 cover charge at the door beginning at 9:30 PM. Ages 21 and over only after 9:30 PM.
Every Saturday: Show Car Saturday Nights, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 4 – 8PM, The Promenade at Sunset Walk is home to Show Car Saturday Nights. All makes and models are welcome and displayed along Margaritaville Boulevard. Car enthusiasts will enjoy the music of DJ Scotty B while admiring an amazing collection of classic to modern automobiles. The best live bands also share the Promenade Plaza Stage nightly. Throughout the evening, find your favorite restaurants and shops at the Promenade at Sunset Walk.
Every Saturday: Sunset Saturday Artisan Market, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 6PM, features the best local artisan, craft, and specialty vendors from across Central Florida.
Every Sunday: Sunday-Latin-Sunday, Promenade Plaza Stage, 5PM, Join us every Sunday evenings as the Promenade at Sunset Walk, El Jefe Tequilas Taco Cantina, BR 77 Brazilian Steak House, and Estefan Kitchen Orlando present Sunday-Latin-Sunday on the Promenade Plaza Stage, starting at 5 PM. Sunday-Latin-Sunday features the very best DJs from Central Florida including: DJ Gabriel, DJ J Quezt, DJ Elie, and DJ K1X spinning the best merengue, salsa, Latin pop, bachata, and more!
- January 1-5
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Every Thursday: Craft, Food, & Drink Market, 6PM, The Promenade Sunset Craft, Food, & Drink Market features the best craft and artisan vendors from across Central Florida, now joined by many of our terrific venues of the Promenade as they bring their delicious food and beverage menus to the streets of Sunset Walk!
Every Friday: Dockside Dueling Pianos, The Wharf, 9:30PM – Midnight, Discover an inviting haven at The Wharf at Sunset Walk, designed to captivate target groups seeking vibrant group outings and special celebrations like birthdays, anniversaries, and bachelorette parties. Every Friday night, relish the excitement of Dockside Dueling Pianos, where aficionados of collective revelry can immerse themselves in the joy of requesting beloved tunes while being swept away by the dynamic live piano performances. $6 cover charge at the door beginning at 9:30 PM. Ages 21 and over only after 9:30 PM.
Every Saturday: Show Car Saturday Nights, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 4 – 8PM, The Promenade at Sunset Walk is home to Show Car Saturday Nights. All makes and models are welcome and displayed along Margaritaville Boulevard. Car enthusiasts will enjoy the music of DJ Scotty B while admiring an amazing collection of classic to modern automobiles. The best live bands also share the Promenade Plaza Stage nightly. Throughout the evening, find your favorite restaurants and shops at the Promenade at Sunset Walk.
Every Saturday: Sunset Saturday Artisan Market, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 6PM, features the best local artisan, craft, and specialty vendors from across Central Florida.
Every Sunday: Sunday-Latin-Sunday, Promenade Plaza Stage, 5PM, Join us every Sunday evenings as the Promenade at Sunset Walk, El Jefe Tequilas Taco Cantina, BR 77 Brazilian Steak House, and Estefan Kitchen Orlando present Sunday-Latin-Sunday on the Promenade Plaza Stage, starting at 5 PM. Sunday-Latin-Sunday features the very best DJs from Central Florida including: DJ Gabriel, DJ J Quezt, DJ Elie, and DJ K1X spinning the best merengue, salsa, Latin pop, bachata, and more!
- January 6-12
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January 7-19: Mecum Kissimmee – Mecum Kissimmee 2025 is the world’s largest collector car auction featuring an estimated 4,500 American muscle cars, classics, Corvettes, exotics, trucks, Hot Rods, customs and more to cross the auction block with daily Road Art® selections, food vendors, exhibitors, the Dodge Thrill Ride and, of course, the ceaseless high-energy Mecum auction action. 1-day tickets: $30 and 3-day tickets: $75. 25% off the standard at-auction price for tickets purchased in advance. Children 12-and-under free – Osceola Heritage Park
January 10 & 17 & 24: R.I.S.E. Up Osceola – READ Bus, Hart Memorial Library & TechCentral, 211 E Dakin Ave, Kissimmee, 9:15AM – 12PM, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old. Two available sessions as follow: 9:15 am and 10:15 am.
Second Sunday of Every Month: Car & Truck Show, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 11AM – 2PM, On the second Sunday of every month, the Promenade at Sunset Walk hosts hundreds of classic to modern cars and trucks from all eras, makes, and models. Hosted by DJ Scotty B playing the perfect complement of everything from classic rock & roll to today’s current hits. Be sure to visit all of the restaurants, shops, and entertainment options in the Promenade at Sunset Walk.
Every Thursday: Craft, Food, & Drink Market, 6PM, The Promenade Sunset Craft, Food, & Drink Market features the best craft and artisan vendors from across Central Florida, now joined by many of our terrific venues of the Promenade as they bring their delicious food and beverage menus to the streets of Sunset Walk!
Every Friday: Dockside Dueling Pianos, The Wharf, 9:30PM – Midnight, Discover an inviting haven at The Wharf at Sunset Walk, designed to captivate target groups seeking vibrant group outings and special celebrations like birthdays, anniversaries, and bachelorette parties. Every Friday night, relish the excitement of Dockside Dueling Pianos, where aficionados of collective revelry can immerse themselves in the joy of requesting beloved tunes while being swept away by the dynamic live piano performances. $6 cover charge at the door beginning at 9:30 PM. Ages 21 and over only after 9:30 PM.
Every Saturday: Show Car Saturday Nights, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 4 – 8PM, The Promenade at Sunset Walk is home to Show Car Saturday Nights. All makes and models are welcome and displayed along Margaritaville Boulevard. Car enthusiasts will enjoy the music of DJ Scotty B while admiring an amazing collection of classic to modern automobiles. The best live bands also share the Promenade Plaza Stage nightly. Throughout the evening, find your favorite restaurants and shops at the Promenade at Sunset Walk.
Every Saturday: Sunset Saturday Artisan Market, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 6PM, features the best local artisan, craft, and specialty vendors from across Central Florida.
Every Sunday: Sunday-Latin-Sunday, Promenade Plaza Stage, 5PM, Join us every Sunday evenings as the Promenade at Sunset Walk, El Jefe Tequilas Taco Cantina, BR 77 Brazilian Steak House, and Estefan Kitchen Orlando present Sunday-Latin-Sunday on the Promenade Plaza Stage, starting at 5 PM. Sunday-Latin-Sunday features the very best DJs from Central Florida including: DJ Gabriel, DJ J Quezt, DJ Elie, and DJ K1X spinning the best merengue, salsa, Latin pop, bachata, and more!
- January 13-19
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January 10 & 17 & 24: R.I.S.E. Up Osceola – READ Bus, Hart Memorial Library & TechCentral, 211 E Dakin Ave, Kissimmee, 9:15AM – 12PM, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old. Two available sessions as follow: 9:15 am and 10:15 am.
Every Thursday: Craft, Food, & Drink Market, 6PM, The Promenade Sunset Craft, Food, & Drink Market features the best craft and artisan vendors from across Central Florida, now joined by many of our terrific venues of the Promenade as they bring their delicious food and beverage menus to the streets of Sunset Walk!
Every Friday: Dockside Dueling Pianos, The Wharf, 9:30PM – Midnight, Discover an inviting haven at The Wharf at Sunset Walk, designed to captivate target groups seeking vibrant group outings and special celebrations like birthdays, anniversaries, and bachelorette parties. Every Friday night, relish the excitement of Dockside Dueling Pianos, where aficionados of collective revelry can immerse themselves in the joy of requesting beloved tunes while being swept away by the dynamic live piano performances. $6 cover charge at the door beginning at 9:30 PM. Ages 21 and over only after 9:30 PM.
Every Saturday: Show Car Saturday Nights, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 4 – 8PM, The Promenade at Sunset Walk is home to Show Car Saturday Nights. All makes and models are welcome and displayed along Margaritaville Boulevard. Car enthusiasts will enjoy the music of DJ Scotty B while admiring an amazing collection of classic to modern automobiles. The best live bands also share the Promenade Plaza Stage nightly. Throughout the evening, find your favorite restaurants and shops at the Promenade at Sunset Walk.
Every Saturday: Sunset Saturday Artisan Market, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 6PM, features the best local artisan, craft, and specialty vendors from across Central Florida.
Every Sunday: Sunday-Latin-Sunday, Promenade Plaza Stage, 5PM, Join us every Sunday evenings as the Promenade at Sunset Walk, El Jefe Tequilas Taco Cantina, BR 77 Brazilian Steak House, and Estefan Kitchen Orlando present Sunday-Latin-Sunday on the Promenade Plaza Stage, starting at 5 PM. Sunday-Latin-Sunday features the very best DJs from Central Florida including: DJ Gabriel, DJ J Quezt, DJ Elie, and DJ K1X spinning the best merengue, salsa, Latin pop, bachata, and more!
- January 20-31
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January 10 & 17 & 24: R.I.S.E. Up Osceola – READ Bus, Hart Memorial Library & TechCentral, 211 E Dakin Ave, Kissimmee, 9:15AM – 12PM, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old. Two available sessions as follow: 9:15 am and 10:15 am.
Second Sunday of Every Month: Car & Truck Show, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 11AM – 2PM, On the second Sunday of every month, the Promenade at Sunset Walk hosts hundreds of classic to modern cars and trucks from all eras, makes, and models. Hosted by DJ Scotty B playing the perfect complement of everything from classic rock & roll to today’s current hits. Be sure to visit all of the restaurants, shops, and entertainment options in the Promenade at Sunset Walk.
Every Thursday: Craft, Food, & Drink Market, 6PM, The Promenade Sunset Craft, Food, & Drink Market features the best craft and artisan vendors from across Central Florida, now joined by many of our terrific venues of the Promenade as they bring their delicious food and beverage menus to the streets of Sunset Walk!
Every Friday: Dockside Dueling Pianos, The Wharf, 9:30PM – Midnight, Discover an inviting haven at The Wharf at Sunset Walk, designed to captivate target groups seeking vibrant group outings and special celebrations like birthdays, anniversaries, and bachelorette parties. Every Friday night, relish the excitement of Dockside Dueling Pianos, where aficionados of collective revelry can immerse themselves in the joy of requesting beloved tunes while being swept away by the dynamic live piano performances. $6 cover charge at the door beginning at 9:30 PM. Ages 21 and over only after 9:30 PM.
Every Saturday: Show Car Saturday Nights, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 4 – 8PM, The Promenade at Sunset Walk is home to Show Car Saturday Nights. All makes and models are welcome and displayed along Margaritaville Boulevard. Car enthusiasts will enjoy the music of DJ Scotty B while admiring an amazing collection of classic to modern automobiles. The best live bands also share the Promenade Plaza Stage nightly. Throughout the evening, find your favorite restaurants and shops at the Promenade at Sunset Walk.
Every Saturday: Sunset Saturday Artisan Market, Promenade at Sunset Walk, 6PM, features the best local artisan, craft, and specialty vendors from across Central Florida.
Every Sunday: Sunday-Latin-Sunday, Promenade Plaza Stage, 5PM, Join us every Sunday evenings as the Promenade at Sunset Walk, El Jefe Tequilas Taco Cantina, BR 77 Brazilian Steak House, and Estefan Kitchen Orlando present Sunday-Latin-Sunday on the Promenade Plaza Stage, starting at 5 PM. Sunday-Latin-Sunday features the very best DJs from Central Florida including: DJ Gabriel, DJ J Quezt, DJ Elie, and DJ K1X spinning the best merengue, salsa, Latin pop, bachata, and more!
Things to do in Lake Mary/Sanford
If you live in this area and know of some exciting things happening, let us know!
January 7: Between 5:30 – 7:30 PM Asian Lantern Festival: Into The Wild – SENSORY NIGHT – Timed Entry: 5:30 PM & 6:15 PM, Final Entry at 6:45 PM, Event closes at 7:30 PM. January 7th and 14th, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will offer a modified experience for individuals and families with disabilities and sensory sensitivities during the Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild, presented by Publix. Reduced guest capacity, Dedicated Quiet Zones throughout the festival, Modified light & sound intensity for certain displays. Please note – Sensory Nights are intended to offer a less intense experience for those who would benefit most. For most individuals, the full intensity experience found on other nights is recommended. Experience the Zoo like you’ve never seen it before! See over 50 different, hand-constructed illuminated lantern displays around the Zoo on a 3/4 mile path. Celebrate the art, beauty and wonder of traditional Asian lantern festivals. Guests of all ages can enjoy this unique event. Tickets must be purchased online. Limited tickets are available per night.
January 8: Between 10:00 – 10:30 AM Storytime at the Zoo! Enjoy animal stories at the Zoo along with a special visit from one of our ambassador animals. Programs will be presented by the Orange County Library System storytellers. This free program is designed for pre-school age children.
Every second Sunday: Sanford Food Truck Fiesta – Come out and enjoy the brick-lined streets and grab some amazing food from 40+ of Orlando area’s top food trucks and tents, craft beer and cocktails from the bars, enjoy live music, craft artisans and vendors, plus plenty of outside tables and chairs to sit and eat! Free parking. Pet and family friendly. Positive vibes. See current Facebook event to see lineup of food trucks.
January 14: Between 5:30 – 7:30 PM – Asian Lantern Festival: Into The Wild – SENSORY NIGHT – Timed Entry: 5:30 PM & 6:15 PM, Final Entry at 6:45 PM, Event closes at 7:30 PM. January 7th and 14th, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will offer a modified experience for individuals and families with disabilities and sensory sensitivities during the Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild, presented by Publix. Reduced guest capacity, Dedicated Quiet Zones throughout the festival, Modified light & sound intensity for certain displays. Please note – Sensory Nights are intended to offer a less intense experience for those who would benefit most. For most individuals, the full intensity experience found on other nights is recommended. Experience the Zoo like you’ve never seen it before! See over 50 different, hand-constructed illuminated lantern displays around the Zoo on a 3/4 mile path. Celebrate the art, beauty and wonder of traditional Asian lantern festivals. Guests of all ages can enjoy this unique event. Tickets must be purchased online. Limited tickets are available per night.
January 18: Between 10:00 – 10:30 AM Family Storytime – Practicing early literacy and pre-reading skills is fun with stories, songs, and fingerplays!
January 18: Between 2:00 – 4:00 PM READing Paws – READing Paws helps young readers gain confidence and practice fluency by reading out loud to a trained therapy dog. Call or stop by the library to register for a 15-minute time slot. FREE. For Kids. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited.
January 24: Between 4:00 – 6:30 PM Sunset at the Zoo – Join us at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens for the rescheduled date of our September 2024’s Sunset at the Zoo event, as we proudly celebrate Hispanic culture and heritage! Note: The Zoo will close at 3 P.M. and reopen at 4 P.M. for Sunset at the Zoo, closing at 6:30 P.M. Due to the timing and temperature, animal visibility will be at a minimum during this event. We apologize for any inconvenience. There will be food trucks and vendors throughout the zoo.
Every second Sunday: Sanford Food Truck Fiesta – Come out and enjoy the brick-lined streets and grab some amazing food from 40+ of Orlando area’s top food trucks and tents, craft beer and cocktails from the bars, enjoy live music, craft artisans and vendors, plus plenty of outside tables and chairs to sit and eat! Free parking. Pet and family friendly. Positive vibes. See current Facebook event to see lineup of food trucks.
- January 1-5
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If you live in this area and know of some exciting things happening, let us know!
- January 6-12
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January 7: Between 5:30 – 7:30 PM Asian Lantern Festival: Into The Wild – SENSORY NIGHT – Timed Entry: 5:30 PM & 6:15 PM, Final Entry at 6:45 PM, Event closes at 7:30 PM. January 7th and 14th, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will offer a modified experience for individuals and families with disabilities and sensory sensitivities during the Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild, presented by Publix. Reduced guest capacity, Dedicated Quiet Zones throughout the festival, Modified light & sound intensity for certain displays. Please note – Sensory Nights are intended to offer a less intense experience for those who would benefit most. For most individuals, the full intensity experience found on other nights is recommended. Experience the Zoo like you’ve never seen it before! See over 50 different, hand-constructed illuminated lantern displays around the Zoo on a 3/4 mile path. Celebrate the art, beauty and wonder of traditional Asian lantern festivals. Guests of all ages can enjoy this unique event. Tickets must be purchased online. Limited tickets are available per night.
January 8: Between 10:00 – 10:30 AM Storytime at the Zoo! Enjoy animal stories at the Zoo along with a special visit from one of our ambassador animals. Programs will be presented by the Orange County Library System storytellers. This free program is designed for pre-school age children.
Every second Sunday: Sanford Food Truck Fiesta – Come out and enjoy the brick-lined streets and grab some amazing food from 40+ of Orlando area’s top food trucks and tents, craft beer and cocktails from the bars, enjoy live music, craft artisans and vendors, plus plenty of outside tables and chairs to sit and eat! Free parking. Pet and family friendly. Positive vibes. See current Facebook event to see lineup of food trucks.
- January 13-19
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January 14: Between 5:30 – 7:30 PM – Asian Lantern Festival: Into The Wild – SENSORY NIGHT – Timed Entry: 5:30 PM & 6:15 PM, Final Entry at 6:45 PM, Event closes at 7:30 PM. January 7th and 14th, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will offer a modified experience for individuals and families with disabilities and sensory sensitivities during the Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild, presented by Publix. Reduced guest capacity, Dedicated Quiet Zones throughout the festival, Modified light & sound intensity for certain displays. Please note – Sensory Nights are intended to offer a less intense experience for those who would benefit most. For most individuals, the full intensity experience found on other nights is recommended. Experience the Zoo like you’ve never seen it before! See over 50 different, hand-constructed illuminated lantern displays around the Zoo on a 3/4 mile path. Celebrate the art, beauty and wonder of traditional Asian lantern festivals. Guests of all ages can enjoy this unique event. Tickets must be purchased online. Limited tickets are available per night.
January 18: Between 10:00 – 10:30 AM Family Storytime – Practicing early literacy and pre-reading skills is fun with stories, songs, and fingerplays!
January 18: Between 2:00 – 4:00 PM READing Paws – READing Paws helps young readers gain confidence and practice fluency by reading out loud to a trained therapy dog. Call or stop by the library to register for a 15-minute time slot. FREE. For Kids. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited.
- January 20-31
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January 24: Between 4:00 – 6:30 PM Sunset at the Zoo – Join us at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens for the rescheduled date of our September 2024’s Sunset at the Zoo event, as we proudly celebrate Hispanic culture and heritage! Note: The Zoo will close at 3 P.M. and reopen at 4 P.M. for Sunset at the Zoo, closing at 6:30 P.M. Due to the timing and temperature, animal visibility will be at a minimum during this event. We apologize for any inconvenience. There will be food trucks and vendors throughout the zoo.
Every second Sunday: Sanford Food Truck Fiesta – Come out and enjoy the brick-lined streets and grab some amazing food from 40+ of Orlando area’s top food trucks and tents, craft beer and cocktails from the bars, enjoy live music, craft artisans and vendors, plus plenty of outside tables and chairs to sit and eat! Free parking. Pet and family friendly. Positive vibes. See current Facebook event to see lineup of food trucks.
Things to do in Oviedo/Winter Springs
January 2: Between 5:30 – 7:30 PM Family Movie Night: Paddington 2 @ East Branch Library
January 4: Between 2:00 – 4:00 PM READing Paws – READing Paws helps young readers gain confidence and practice fluency by reading out loud to a trained therapy dog. Call or stop by the library to register for a 15-minute time slot. FREE. For Kids. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. @ East Branch Library & @ Central Branch Library
If you live in this area and know of something exciting happening, please let us know!
January 14: Between 6:30-8:00PM Telescope Night View the wonders of the night sky! A telescope will be set up to showcase the celestial sights @ Central Branch Library
January 18 & 19: 47th Central Florida Scottish Hyland Games – Each January, the two-day gathering welcomes thousands of visitors to Central Winds Park in Winter Springs. The festival begins on Saturday with competitions in Scottish heavy athletics, Highland dance, bagpiping, and baking. The weekend hosts cultural activities, including Border Collie demonstrations, Scottish clans, musical performances, a medieval camp, ax throwing, and more. There is also the popular Boulder Boogie event, where contestants vie for bragging rights of carrying the heaviest stone the farthest distance without dropping it. Our festival is a family-friendly event featuring a non-competitive “Kids Games” version of Scottish athletics and other activities. We feature the best Celtic artisans presenting jewelry, clothing, artistry, weaponry, and more. There is plenty of food and drink: beer, wine, whisky, fish-n-chips, scotch-egg, and even haggis tacos. The whiskey tasting welcomes attendees to sample expertly curated rare and unique whiskies. The Ceilidh, (Scottish gathering) features multiple Celtic-rock bands, all included with admission. There is something for everyone at the Central Florida Scottish Highland Games.
If you live in this area and know of something exciting happening, please let us know!
- January 1-5
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January 2: Between 5:30 – 7:30 PM Family Movie Night: Paddington 2 @ East Branch Library
January 4: Between 2:00 – 4:00 PM READing Paws – READing Paws helps young readers gain confidence and practice fluency by reading out loud to a trained therapy dog. Call or stop by the library to register for a 15-minute time slot. FREE. For Kids. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. @ East Branch Library & @ Central Branch Library
- January 6-12
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If you live in this area and know of something exciting happening, please let us know!
- January 13-19
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January 14: Between 6:30-8:00PM Telescope Night View the wonders of the night sky! A telescope will be set up to showcase the celestial sights @ Central Branch Library
January 18 & 19: 47th Central Florida Scottish Hyland Games – Each January, the two-day gathering welcomes thousands of visitors to Central Winds Park in Winter Springs. The festival begins on Saturday with competitions in Scottish heavy athletics, Highland dance, bagpiping, and baking. The weekend hosts cultural activities, including Border Collie demonstrations, Scottish clans, musical performances, a medieval camp, ax throwing, and more. There is also the popular Boulder Boogie event, where contestants vie for bragging rights of carrying the heaviest stone the farthest distance without dropping it. Our festival is a family-friendly event featuring a non-competitive “Kids Games” version of Scottish athletics and other activities. We feature the best Celtic artisans presenting jewelry, clothing, artistry, weaponry, and more. There is plenty of food and drink: beer, wine, whisky, fish-n-chips, scotch-egg, and even haggis tacos. The whiskey tasting welcomes attendees to sample expertly curated rare and unique whiskies. The Ceilidh, (Scottish gathering) features multiple Celtic-rock bands, all included with admission. There is something for everyone at the Central Florida Scottish Highland Games.
- January 20-31
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If you live in this area and know of something exciting happening, please let us know!
Things to do in Lake Nona/St. Cloud
Every Wednesday: Between 5:00 – 8:00 PM Wine Down at Wave Hotel – Sip on exquisite wines, savor artisanal cheeses and enjoy live music featuring your favorite jukebox hits at Living Room Bar. Purchase two glasses of wine and receive a complimentary cheese board.
Every Thursday: Between 7:00 – 7:30 PM Mixology Mixer – Join our expert mixologists at Haven Lounge for a fun and interactive 30-minute complimentary experience crafting and tasting exquisite cocktails starting At Lake Nona Wave Hotel
January 8: Thinking Money for Kids: Piggy Bank Theater – Embark on an exciting journey with Kenji, Grace, and Emma as they follow their passions! Be part of the story by adding coins to the piggy bank when they earn, spend, or save money. Thinking Money for Kids is an initiative of the American Library Association and the FINRA Investor Education Foundation. Ages 6-11 @St. Cloud Library
January 9: R.I.S.E. Up Osceola: READ Bus, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 9:15AM – 12PM, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old. @St. Cloud Library
Every Wednesday: Between 5:00 – 8:00 PM Wine Down at Wave Hotel – Sip on exquisite wines, savor artisanal cheeses and enjoy live music featuring your favorite jukebox hits at Living Room Bar. Purchase two glasses of wine and receive a complimentary cheese board.
Every Thursday: Between 7:00 – 7:30 PM Mixology Mixer – Join our expert mixologists at Haven Lounge for a fun and interactive 30-minute complimentary experience crafting and tasting exquisite cocktails starting At Lake Nona Wave Hotel
January 8: Thinking Money for Kids: Piggy Bank Theater – Embark on an exciting journey with Kenji, Grace, and Emma as they follow their passions! Be part of the story by adding coins to the piggy bank when they earn, spend, or save money. Thinking Money for Kids is an initiative of the American Library Association and the FINRA Investor Education Foundation. Ages 6-11 @St. Cloud Library
January 9: R.I.S.E. Up Osceola: READ Bus, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 9:15AM – 12PM, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old. @St. Cloud Library
Every Wednesday: Between 5:00 – 8:00 PM Wine Down at Wave Hotel – Sip on exquisite wines, savor artisanal cheeses and enjoy live music featuring your favorite jukebox hits at Living Room Bar. Purchase two glasses of wine and receive a complimentary cheese board.
Every Thursday: Between 7:00 – 7:30 PM Mixology Mixer – Join our expert mixologists at Haven Lounge for a fun and interactive 30-minute complimentary experience crafting and tasting exquisite cocktails starting At Lake Nona Wave Hotel
January 15: Adult Movie Matinee – @ St. Cloud Community Center 3101 17th Street The movie feature being shown is “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” starring Nia Vardalos and John Corbett. Rated PG. A young Greek woman falls in love with a non-Greek and struggles to get her family to accept him while she comes to terms with her heritage and cultural identity.
January 15: Paint Me a Story – Inspire young artists through stories! Ms. Crystal will read a story and families will paint a piece of art that is meaningful to the story. Painting with your child is encouraged to enhance the experience and create a fun project together! This week’s featured book is Natural Disasters! by Johannah Haney and we will draw and paint an original work of art about Florida’s sometimes severe weather such as lightning, marine hazards and rip currents, thunderstorms and tornadoes, hurricanes and flooding, extreme temperatures, and wildfires to promote Severe Weather Awareness Week (February 3-7, 2025), in partnership with Osceola County Emergency Management (Ages 6-11) @St. Cloud Library
January 16: R.I.S.E. Up Osceola: READ Bus, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 9:15AM – 12PM, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old.
January 19: Family Fun Day – Fun for the whole family! @Boxi Park
Every Wednesday: Between 5:00 – 8:00 PM Wine Down at Wave Hotel – Sip on exquisite wines, savor artisanal cheeses and enjoy live music featuring your favorite jukebox hits at Living Room Bar. Purchase two glasses of wine and receive a complimentary cheese board.
Every Thursday: Between 7:00 – 7:30 PM Mixology Mixer – Join our expert mixologists at Haven Lounge for a fun and interactive 30-minute complimentary experience crafting and tasting exquisite cocktails starting At Lake Nona Wave Hotel
January 23: R.I.S.E. Up Osceola: READ Bus, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 9:15AM – 12PM, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old.
Every Wednesday: Between 5:00 – 8:00 PM Wine Down at Wave Hotel – Sip on exquisite wines, savor artisanal cheeses and enjoy live music featuring your favorite jukebox hits at Living Room Bar. Purchase two glasses of wine and receive a complimentary cheese board.
Every Thursday: Between 7:00 – 7:30 PM Mixology Mixer – Join our expert mixologists at Haven Lounge for a fun and interactive 30-minute complimentary experience crafting and tasting exquisite cocktails starting At Lake Nona Wave Hotel
- January 1-5
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Every Wednesday: Between 5:00 – 8:00 PM Wine Down at Wave Hotel – Sip on exquisite wines, savor artisanal cheeses and enjoy live music featuring your favorite jukebox hits at Living Room Bar. Purchase two glasses of wine and receive a complimentary cheese board.
Every Thursday: Between 7:00 – 7:30 PM Mixology Mixer – Join our expert mixologists at Haven Lounge for a fun and interactive 30-minute complimentary experience crafting and tasting exquisite cocktails starting At Lake Nona Wave Hotel
- January 6-12
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January 8: Thinking Money for Kids: Piggy Bank Theater – Embark on an exciting journey with Kenji, Grace, and Emma as they follow their passions! Be part of the story by adding coins to the piggy bank when they earn, spend, or save money. Thinking Money for Kids is an initiative of the American Library Association and the FINRA Investor Education Foundation. Ages 6-11 @St. Cloud Library
January 9: R.I.S.E. Up Osceola: READ Bus, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 9:15AM – 12PM, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old. @St. Cloud Library
Every Wednesday: Between 5:00 – 8:00 PM Wine Down at Wave Hotel – Sip on exquisite wines, savor artisanal cheeses and enjoy live music featuring your favorite jukebox hits at Living Room Bar. Purchase two glasses of wine and receive a complimentary cheese board.
Every Thursday: Between 7:00 – 7:30 PM Mixology Mixer – Join our expert mixologists at Haven Lounge for a fun and interactive 30-minute complimentary experience crafting and tasting exquisite cocktails starting At Lake Nona Wave Hotel
January 8: Thinking Money for Kids: Piggy Bank Theater – Embark on an exciting journey with Kenji, Grace, and Emma as they follow their passions! Be part of the story by adding coins to the piggy bank when they earn, spend, or save money. Thinking Money for Kids is an initiative of the American Library Association and the FINRA Investor Education Foundation. Ages 6-11 @St. Cloud Library
January 9: R.I.S.E. Up Osceola: READ Bus, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 9:15AM – 12PM, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old. @St. Cloud Library
Every Wednesday: Between 5:00 – 8:00 PM Wine Down at Wave Hotel – Sip on exquisite wines, savor artisanal cheeses and enjoy live music featuring your favorite jukebox hits at Living Room Bar. Purchase two glasses of wine and receive a complimentary cheese board.
Every Thursday: Between 7:00 – 7:30 PM Mixology Mixer – Join our expert mixologists at Haven Lounge for a fun and interactive 30-minute complimentary experience crafting and tasting exquisite cocktails starting At Lake Nona Wave Hotel
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January 15: Adult Movie Matinee – @ St. Cloud Community Center 3101 17th Street The movie feature being shown is “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” starring Nia Vardalos and John Corbett. Rated PG. A young Greek woman falls in love with a non-Greek and struggles to get her family to accept him while she comes to terms with her heritage and cultural identity.
January 15: Paint Me a Story – Inspire young artists through stories! Ms. Crystal will read a story and families will paint a piece of art that is meaningful to the story. Painting with your child is encouraged to enhance the experience and create a fun project together! This week’s featured book is Natural Disasters! by Johannah Haney and we will draw and paint an original work of art about Florida’s sometimes severe weather such as lightning, marine hazards and rip currents, thunderstorms and tornadoes, hurricanes and flooding, extreme temperatures, and wildfires to promote Severe Weather Awareness Week (February 3-7, 2025), in partnership with Osceola County Emergency Management (Ages 6-11) @St. Cloud Library
January 16: R.I.S.E. Up Osceola: READ Bus, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 9:15AM – 12PM, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old.
January 19: Family Fun Day – Fun for the whole family! @Boxi Park
Every Wednesday: Between 5:00 – 8:00 PM Wine Down at Wave Hotel – Sip on exquisite wines, savor artisanal cheeses and enjoy live music featuring your favorite jukebox hits at Living Room Bar. Purchase two glasses of wine and receive a complimentary cheese board.
Every Thursday: Between 7:00 – 7:30 PM Mixology Mixer – Join our expert mixologists at Haven Lounge for a fun and interactive 30-minute complimentary experience crafting and tasting exquisite cocktails starting At Lake Nona Wave Hotel
- January 20-31
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January 23: R.I.S.E. Up Osceola: READ Bus, St. Cloud Library, 810 13th St, St Cloud, 9:15AM – 12PM, The Osceola School District’s Special Programs Department is bringing their READ Bus, a renovated yellow school bus with an interior that resembles a mini pre-k classroom, to Osceola Library System’s branches. The READ Bus is equipped with resources to engage parents and families of pre-school age children and toddlers in activities to develop early literacy skills under the guidance of trained parent liaisons. Be sure to arrive early as families will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is highly encouraged. Please call 407.870.4934 for more information. Ages 3 – 4 years old.
Every Wednesday: Between 5:00 – 8:00 PM Wine Down at Wave Hotel – Sip on exquisite wines, savor artisanal cheeses and enjoy live music featuring your favorite jukebox hits at Living Room Bar. Purchase two glasses of wine and receive a complimentary cheese board.
Every Thursday: Between 7:00 – 7:30 PM Mixology Mixer – Join our expert mixologists at Haven Lounge for a fun and interactive 30-minute complimentary experience crafting and tasting exquisite cocktails starting At Lake Nona Wave Hotel
Things to do in Mt. Dora/Deltona
January 3: Between 2:00 – 3:30 PM – All About Florida Black Bears – Florida black bears are found in both Lake and Orange counties. Kylie O. Henslick, Central Area Bear Biologist with Florida Wildlife Commission, will be hosting an educational workshop for all ages, and will bring a bear hide (from a traffic fatality), bear trap and a bear-resistant trash lid. She will also demonstrate how FWC tracks wildlife with radio collars and transmitter darts, with a short radio telemetry exercise. A question and answer session will follow. No registration required.
If you live in this area and know of something exciting happening, please let us know!
If you live in this area and know of something exciting happening, please let us know!
January 25-28: Florida Storytelling Festival – Times vary each day – The Florida Storytelling Festival is a premier storytelling event, known nationally for its unique combination of workshops, concerts, youthful voices and sense of community. People come from across the state of Florida and beyond to explore and savor the art of storytelling. The festival officially kicks-off with a special Thursday afternoon welcome reception followed by an evening storytelling concert. Friday and Saturday offer opportunities to immerse yourself in workshops, storytelling concerts, story swaps, story slams and lots of informal gatherings. Our wonderful Story Store will offer a multitude of storytelling resources. Lakeside Inn, 100 N. Alexander Street
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January 3: Between 2:00 – 3:30 PM – All About Florida Black Bears – Florida black bears are found in both Lake and Orange counties. Kylie O. Henslick, Central Area Bear Biologist with Florida Wildlife Commission, will be hosting an educational workshop for all ages, and will bring a bear hide (from a traffic fatality), bear trap and a bear-resistant trash lid. She will also demonstrate how FWC tracks wildlife with radio collars and transmitter darts, with a short radio telemetry exercise. A question and answer session will follow. No registration required.
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If you live in this area and know of something exciting happening, please let us know!
- January 13-19
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If you live in this area and know of something exciting happening, please let us know!
- January 20-31
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January 25-28: Florida Storytelling Festival – Times vary each day – The Florida Storytelling Festival is a premier storytelling event, known nationally for its unique combination of workshops, concerts, youthful voices and sense of community. People come from across the state of Florida and beyond to explore and savor the art of storytelling. The festival officially kicks-off with a special Thursday afternoon welcome reception followed by an evening storytelling concert. Friday and Saturday offer opportunities to immerse yourself in workshops, storytelling concerts, story swaps, story slams and lots of informal gatherings. Our wonderful Story Store will offer a multitude of storytelling resources. Lakeside Inn, 100 N. Alexander Street
Theme Park Events
January 1-31: Meet a Capybara!, Gatorland Orlando, 14501 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, 2:15PM, Get up close with our resident capybara at Flamingo Island. This experience takes place Thursday through Tuesday at 2:15 PM. Sign up early at the Petting Zoo upon arrival, and before all spots are taken – The capybara are very popular! The cost is $10 per person. Reservations are not required. We do take walk-ups – based on availability* NOTE – There are NO Capybara Encounters on Wednesday of each week
January 2-6: Meet Astronaut Sam Gemar, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, NASA selects astronauts from a diverse pool of applicants with a wide variety of backgrounds, from scientists to pilots. From the thousands of applications received, only a few are chosen to be a member of the elite NASA Astronaut Corps. Each day at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, visitors get the rare opportunity to meet a veteran NASA astronaut. Meet the Astronaut of the Day at any of the following opportunities. See the Daily Schedule for the times for each when you arrive.
January 4-6: Three Kings Celebration – In honor of the cherished tradition of Latin cultures, families are invited to help us commemorate the arrival of the Three Wise Men.
January 7-10: Meet Astronaut Julie Payette, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, NASA selects astronauts from a diverse pool of applicants with a wide variety of backgrounds, from scientists to pilots. From the thousands of applications received, only a few are chosen to be a member of the elite NASA Astronaut Corps. Each day at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, visitors get the rare opportunity to meet a veteran NASA astronaut. Meet the Astronaut of the Day at any of the following opportunities. See the Daily Schedule for the times for each when you arrive.
January 11-15: Meet Astronaut Jose Hernandez, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, NASA selects astronauts from a diverse pool of applicants with a wide variety of backgrounds, from scientists to pilots. From the thousands of applications received, only a few are chosen to be a member of the elite NASA Astronaut Corps. Each day at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, visitors get the rare opportunity to meet a veteran NASA astronaut. Meet the Astronaut of the Day at any of the following opportunities. See the Daily Schedule for the times for each when you arrive.
January 17: At 7:00 PM Space Race – Walk or run a 3K course throughout the visitor complex, benefitting the United Way of Brevard. Registration is open!
January 17-19: Fly With An Astronaut, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Join a veteran NASA astronaut on their journey in what it took for them to become an astronaut and let them be your guide behind the gates of Kennedy Space Center. A catered lunch will be provided back at the main visitor complex where your astronaut guide will reflect on their personal accounts and experiences followed by a question and answer session with the group. You will also receive a special pin before moving on to the next part of your experience. Next, you will enter Space Shuttle Atlantis® for a guided tour and a private viewing of the pre-shows The Flight and Coming Home. Then, board the Shuttle Launch Experience® to feel what it’s like to launch into space on a shuttle traveling 17,500 mph, accompanied by a veteran NASA astronaut! At the end of the tour, approximately 2:15 PM, continue on to a waiting bus to tour the Apollo/Saturn V Center on your own. Astronaut: Richard Hieb
January 16-19: Meet Astronaut Mike Forman, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, NASA selects astronauts from a diverse pool of applicants with a wide variety of backgrounds, from scientists to pilots. From the thousands of applications received, only a few are chosen to be a member of the elite NASA Astronaut Corps. Each day at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, visitors get the rare opportunity to meet a veteran NASA astronaut. Meet the Astronaut of the Day at any of the following opportunities. See the Daily Schedule for the times for each when you arrive.
January 11-20: SeaWorld Inside Look – This unique event will take you behind the scenes and give you an inside look at what it takes to maintain a premier zoological institution like SeaWorld Orlando.
January 20-23: Meet Astronaut Kathryn Thornton, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, NASA selects astronauts from a diverse pool of applicants with a wide variety of backgrounds, from scientists to pilots. From the thousands of applications received, only a few are chosen to be a member of the elite NASA Astronaut Corps. Each day at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, visitors get the rare opportunity to meet a veteran NASA astronaut. Meet the Astronaut of the Day at any of the following opportunities. See the Daily Schedule for the times for each when you arrive.
January 24-27: Meet Astronaut Mike Baker, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, NASA selects astronauts from a diverse pool of applicants with a wide variety of backgrounds, from scientists to pilots. From the thousands of applications received, only a few are chosen to be a member of the elite NASA Astronaut Corps. Each day at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, visitors get the rare opportunity to meet a veteran NASA astronaut. Meet the Astronaut of the Day at any of the following opportunities. See the Daily Schedule for the times for each when you arrive.
January 25-26: Just for Kids Weekend – During Just for Kids Weekend at SeaWorld, enjoy hands-on activities, dance parties, photo opportunities with characters and much more throughout this family-friendly celebration.
January 25-26: LEGO NINJAGO Weekends Returns! CALLING ALL NINJAS! It’s time to take on the ultimate mission of family fun as LEGO® NINJAGO® Weekends returns to LEGOLAND Florida Resort! Master the elemental powers with your favorite LEGO NINJAGO heroes, and reach your true Ninja potential with skill-sharpening shows and action-packed activities, all included in general ticket admission, Annual Passes, and hotel packages.
January 27: February 3: Elmo’s Birthday Celebration – Celebrate Elmo’s birthday with meet-and-greets, an interactive DJ dance party, and even more surprises.
January 28-31: Meet Astronaut Bob Cenker, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, NASA selects astronauts from a diverse pool of applicants with a wide variety of backgrounds, from scientists to pilots. From the thousands of applications received, only a few are chosen to be a member of the elite NASA Astronaut Corps. Each day at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, visitors get the rare opportunity to meet a veteran NASA astronaut. Meet the Astronaut of the Day at any of the following opportunities. See the Daily Schedule for the times for each when you arrive.
January 31 – May 4: Seven Seas Food Festival – Join us to sip and sample your way around the world with exciting flavors and local craft beers, plus live performances.
Rocket Launches
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Space Events
December 1 – 15 – Celebrity Chef Duff Goldman Enhanced Menu, Orbit Cafe and Moon Rock Cafe at Kennedy Space Center, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex teamed up with celebrity Chef Duff Goldman for his spin on some favorite menu items in Orbit Cafe and Moon Rock Cafe. From November 4 through December 15, try these exciting menu enhancements straight from Chef Duff.
December 1 – 3 – Meet Astronaut Bob Thirsk, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, NASA selects astronauts from a diverse pool of applicants with a wide variety of backgrounds, from scientists to pilots. From the thousands of applications received, only a few are chosen to be a member of the elite NASA Astronaut Corps. Each day at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, visitors get the rare opportunity to meet a veteran NASA astronaut. Meet the Astronaut of the Day at any of the following opportunities. See the Daily Schedule for the times for each when you arrive.
December 4 – 7 – Meet Astronaut Fred Gregory, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, NASA selects astronauts from a diverse pool of applicants with a wide variety of backgrounds, from scientists to pilots. From the thousands of applications received, only a few are chosen to be a member of the elite NASA Astronaut Corps. Each day at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, visitors get the rare opportunity to meet a veteran NASA astronaut. Meet the Astronaut of the Day at any of the following opportunities. See the Daily Schedule for the times for each when you arrive.
December 8 – 11 – Meet Astronaut Bill McArthur, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, NASA selects astronauts from a diverse pool of applicants with a wide variety of backgrounds, from scientists to pilots. From the thousands of applications received, only a few are chosen to be a member of the elite NASA Astronaut Corps. Each day at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, visitors get the rare opportunity to meet a veteran NASA astronaut. Meet the Astronaut of the Day at any of the following opportunities. See the Daily Schedule for the times for each when you arrive.
December 13 – 15 – Fly With An Astronaut, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Join a veteran NASA astronaut on their journey in what it took for them to become an astronaut and let them be your guide behind the gates of Kennedy Space Center. A catered lunch will be provided back at the main visitor complex where your astronaut guide will reflect on their personal accounts and experiences followed by a question and answer session with the group. You will also receive a special pin before moving on to the next part of your experience. Next, you will enter Space Shuttle Atlantis® for a guided tour and a private viewing of the pre-shows The Flight and Coming Home. Then, board the Shuttle Launch Experience® to feel what it’s like to launch into space on a shuttle traveling 17,500 mph, accompanied by a veteran NASA astronaut! At the end of the tour, approximately 2:15 PM, continue on to a waiting bus to tour the Apollo/Saturn V Center on your own. Astronaut: Barbara Morgan
December 14 – 15 – Meet Astronaut Woody Spring, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, NASA selects astronauts from a diverse pool of applicants with a wide variety of backgrounds, from scientists to pilots. From the thousands of applications received, only a few are chosen to be a member of the elite NASA Astronaut Corps. Each day at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, visitors get the rare opportunity to meet a veteran NASA astronaut. Meet the Astronaut of the Day at any of the following opportunities. See the Daily Schedule for the times for each when you arrive.
December 16 – 18 – Meet Astronaut Barbara Morgan, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, NASA selects astronauts from a diverse pool of applicants with a wide variety of backgrounds, from scientists to pilots. From the thousands of applications received, only a few are chosen to be a member of the elite NASA Astronaut Corps. Each day at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, visitors get the rare opportunity to meet a veteran NASA astronaut. Meet the Astronaut of the Day at any of the following opportunities. See the Daily Schedule for the times for each when you arrive.
December 19 – 22 – Meet Astronaut John D. Barton, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, NASA selects astronauts from a diverse pool of applicants with a wide variety of backgrounds, from scientists to pilots. From the thousands of applications received, only a few are chosen to be a member of the elite NASA Astronaut Corps. Each day at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, visitors get the rare opportunity to meet a veteran NASA astronaut. Meet the Astronaut of the Day at any of the following opportunities. See the Daily Schedule for the times for each when you arrive.
December 20 – 30 – 2024 Holidays in Space, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Starflake’s Holiday Voyage returns this year for Holidays in Space! From December 20th – 30th, 2024, watch a nightly projected show on the massive exterior of Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex. Embark on a breathtaking journey with Starflake as she travels through the stars, Earth, and beyond. You will recognize familiar places along the way, like the Vehicle Assembly Building, International Space Station, James Webb Space Telescope and more.
December 23 – 27 – Meet Astronaut Norm Thagard, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, NASA selects astronauts from a diverse pool of applicants with a wide variety of backgrounds, from scientists to pilots. From the thousands of applications received, only a few are chosen to be a member of the elite NASA Astronaut Corps. Each day at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, visitors get the rare opportunity to meet a veteran NASA astronaut. Meet the Astronaut of the Day at any of the following opportunities. See the Daily Schedule for the times for each when you arrive.
December 28 – 31 – Meet Astronaut John Fabian, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, NASA selects astronauts from a diverse pool of applicants with a wide variety of backgrounds, from scientists to pilots. From the thousands of applications received, only a few are chosen to be a member of the elite NASA Astronaut Corps. Each day at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, visitors get the rare opportunity to meet a veteran NASA astronaut. Meet the Astronaut of the Day at any of the following opportunities. See the Daily Schedule for the times for each when you arrive.
Other Orlando Events
Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild. The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens enchanting holiday tradition, Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild, presented by Publix, returns for 5th year at Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens. The event will take place select nights from November 15, 2024, to Jan. 19, 2025.
The festival features larger-than-life handcrafted lanterns lit by more than 10,000 LED lights. Lanterns are situated on a 3/4-mile loop around the Zoo, providing a unique take on a holiday lights show. The event combines beautiful color, light and sound to deliver a true experience celebrating traditional Asian lantern festivals. (Note: For ALF – Family and individual tickets go on sale October 1, 2024. Reservations for groups are already under way and buy-outs for select nights are also available).
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