Community in Orlando

Upcoming community events around Orlando.

Saturday, October 17

The Sleeping Beauty

Thu, Oct 15–18 · Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S Magnolia Ave, Orlando, FL

Featuring live orchestration with Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra.

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Sunday, October 18

2026 ZORA!® Festival Season: HATitude Cultural Flair

Sun, Oct 18 · Hilton Orlando, 6001 Destination Pkwy, Orlando, FL

A fusion of couture, culture, and community hosted by celebrity designer Chuks Collins.

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Thursday, October 22

The Men of Motown

Thu, Oct 22 · The Winter Park Playhouse, 711 N Orange Avenue, Winter Park, FL

The Men of Motown is a high-energy celebration of the artists and anthems that shaped a generation!

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Saturday, October 24

4Roots Harvest Festival

Sat, Oct 24 · 4Roots Farm Campus, 1101 N. John Young Pkwy, Orlando, FL

This community celebration is a highlight of the season, featuring local food, live music, pumpkin patch, U-Pick experiences, and more!

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Thursday, November 5

Resonate Festival: Beethoven Symphony No. 5 & Hope on the Hill

Thu, Nov 5 · Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL

Join Music Director Eric Jacobsen and musicians from your Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra in Steinmetz Hall at Dr.

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Friday, November 6

Max Power

Fri, Nov 6–8 · Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, 1 Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL

MAX POWER at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex will celebrate America’s 250 th anniversary to highlight the remarkable achievements of the American space program while inspiring the next generation of explorers,…

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Saturday, November 7

Sexy Nerds

Sat, Nov 7 · The Abbey, 100 S Eola Dr Unit 100, Orlando, FL

Sexy Nerds is passion and intelligence. Brain meets heart, the best of both worlds.

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Wednesday, November 11

Spotlight Cabaret Series: Mahalia Gronigan

Wed, Nov 11–12 · The Winter Park Playhouse, 711 N Orange Avenue, Winter Park, FL

Playhouse favorite Mahalia Gronigan debuts her latest cabaret in The Winter Park Playhouse Spotlight Cabaret Series.

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Friday, November 13

Orlando International Fashion Week: Fierce Entertainment Presents FEN Social FAME

Fri, Nov 13 · Society Orlando, 410 N Orange Ave, Orlando, FL

Fierce Entertainment Management, LLC presents FEN Social FAME, an elevated evening of fashion, art, music, entertainment, and connection during Orlando International Fashion Week Fall 2026.

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Saturday, November 14

Orlando International Fashion Week: Model 4 Miracles, Cancer Awareness Runway Show

Sat, Nov 14 · Caribe Royale Orlando, 8101 World Center Drive, Orlando, FL

Model 4 Miracles returns as part of Orlando International Fashion Week Fall 2026.

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Vans Warped Tour 2026

Sat, Nov 14–15 · Camping World Stadium, 1 Citrus Bowl Place, Orlando, FL

The countdown is on! Vans Warped Tour is making returns to Camping World Stadium November 14 & 15!

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Sunday, November 15

Orlando International Fashion Week: Closing Show Runway Finale

Sun, Nov 15 · Caribe Royale Orlando, 8101 World Center Drive, Orlando, FL

Close the weekend in style at the Orlando International Fashion Week Fall 2026 4PM Closing Show Runway Finale.

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Ongoing exhibits & runs

First Saturdays Open Studios

Sat, Apr 4 – Sat, Dec 5 · Art & History Museums - Maitland, 231 West Packwood Avenue, Maitland, FL

Connect with our Studio Resident Artists and see what pieces they're currently working on!

Free

Free Last Wednesdays

Wed, Jun 24 – Wed, Oct 28 · Art & History Museums - Maitland, 231 West Packwood Avenue, Maitland, FL

Grab a drink, mingle, and discuss the art in our gallery every Last Wednesday of the month!

Free

Gators, Ghosts & Goblins

Sat, Oct 10–25 · Gatorland, 14501 South Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL

Get ready for spooky family fun at Gatorland’s Gators, Ghosts & Goblins!

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Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild

Fri, Nov 13 – Sun, Jan 17 · Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, 3755 West Seminole Boulevard, Sanford, FL

Experience the Zoo like you’ve never seen it before! This holiday season, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will glow once again as it hosts the Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild, presented by Publix!

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The Nutcracker

Fri, Dec 4–27 · Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S Magnolia Ave, Orlando, FL

A Cherished Holiday Tradition Returns Step into a world of holiday magic with breathtaking battles, sparkling snowfalls and larger-than-life sets in this unforgettable celebration of the season.

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