Orlando, Florida Events, Festivals and Things to Do
2011 Calendar of Events in Orlando
June
Wet 'n Wild - Night of San Juan Celebration - Bring the entire family to celebrate “THE NIGHT OF SAN JUAN” at Wet ’n Wild! The party heats up at 12 noon and the park will remain open for extended hours until 12:00am.
Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival
From breathtaking flowers to whimsical topiaries, your senses will come alive as you take in the cornucopia of colors and scintillating scents of these spectacular blossoms. View the extraordinary garden displays representing the international themes of Epcot's World Showcase Disney's style. For more information contact (407) 824-2222.
Sounds of Summer View musicians from the Philharmonic perform at the Harry P. Leu Gardens. For more information call (407) 896-6700 (June - August)
July
Sea World Orlando 4th of July Celebration - with waves of dazzling fireworks and family fun (July 4th, 2011)
Magic Kingdom - Disney to fill July 4th skies with special edition 'Heritage' fireworks (July 4th, 2011)
Universal CityWalk - 4th of July extravaganza with extraordinary entertainment, fireworks, music and more.
First Fridays at the Mall at Millenia - Featuring Latin, Pop, Jazz bands every first Friday of the month. The series run from 5:00pm - 8:00pm at the Mall at Millenia. Admission is free. For more information call (407) 363-3555
Lake Eola July 4th Celebrations - Fireworks at the Fountain Have fun with games, entertainment, food, fireworks and more. Located in Lake Eola Park from 4:00pm - 10:00pm. Admission is FREE. For more information call (407) 246-2827. (July 4th, 2011)
Kissimmee 4th of July Celebration. Celebrate the spectacular fireworks display at the Kissimmee Lakefront. Great variety of entertainment and activities for the whole family! For more information call (407) 933-8638. (July 4th, 2011)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers to return to Disney's Wide World of Sports Complex for 2011 NFL Training Camp July 29-Aug. 17
August
Sounds of Summer View musicians from the Philharmonic perform at the Harry P. Leu Gardens. FOr more information call (407) 896-6700 (June - August)
College Park Rotary Barbecue - Enjoy a full day of fun and exquisite BBQ dinner at Orlando's Edgewater High School prior to the football game between Edgewater Eagles and Oakridge Pioneers. For more information call (407) 522-6151
September
Orlando Home Show Returns to Orlando with Area's Largest Home Remodeling and Interior Décor Consumer Showcase. (2011 dates to be advised)
Night of Joy - Enjoy live spectacular concerts by some of Christian Music's most praiseworthy performers. At Disney's Magic Kingdom Park For information call (407) 824-2222.
October
Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights Orlando's best Halloween event! For information call (407) 847-4052. (2011 dates to be advise)
SeaWorld's Halloween Spooktacular with friendly pirates and trick-or-treat for troves of treasures, participate in ghostly activities and enjoy Halloween-themed entertainment. (2011 dates to be advise)
International Food and Wine Festival Travel around Epcot® World Showcase Lagoon and sample the exquisite variety of cuisines of more than 25 international marketplaces representing over 30 countries and regions. For information call (407) 824-4321. (2011 dates to be advise)
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Guests are invited to trick-or-treat throughout the Magic Kingdom Park from 7 p.m. to midnight each evening and see "Mickey's Boo-to-You Halloween Parade". A great kids Halloween Event! For more information call (407) 824-4321.
November
Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede Celebrate Christmas at Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede Dinner Show. (November - January)
Fiesta in the Park. Regional arts and crafts, live entertainment and more. Located at Lake Eola, Rosalind Avenue (between Central Boulevard and Robinson Street, downtown Orlando. For more information call (407) 246-2827.
International Food and Wine Festival Travel around Epcot® World Showcase Lagoon and sample the exquisite variety of cuisines of more than 25 international marketplaces representing over 30 countries and regions. An event not to be missed. For information call (407) 824-4321.
Disney's MGM Super Soap Weekend Watch your favorite super stars from ABC Daytime dramas. Featuring more than 30 well known stars at the Disney-MGM Studios. For information call (407) 824-4321. (2011 dates to be advised)
Holidays Around The World Enjoy the holiday celebrations, customs and characters from different countries and cultures all around the world. At Disney's Epcot Center it only happens here at Disney - For more information call (407) 824-2222 (2011 dates to be advised)
Annual Orlando Beer Festival at Universal's Citywalk - The 8th Annual Orlando Beer Festival will bring together more than one hundred beers from brewers both large and small in a weekend-long event featuring live entertainment, a host of dining offerings and, of course, nearly every type of brew imaginable.
20th Annual Festival of Trees at the Orlando Museum of Art: The Council of 101 presents the 19th Annual Festival of Trees, the largest annual special event fund raiser for the Orlando Museum of Art. (2011 dates to be advised)
Downtown Disney Annual Festival of the Masters More than 200 honorees from art festivals around the country will showcase painting, photography, glass works, sculpture, printmaking, drawing, jewelry and, for the first time, digital art. Live entertainment and children's activities also will be a part of the weekend-long event.
December
Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede Celebrate Christmas at Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede Dinner Show. (November - January)
Holidays Around The World - Enjoy the holiday celebrations, customs and characters from different countries and cultures all around the world. (2011 dates to be advised)
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party Join the celebration with Mickey and his friends and make your holiday the merriest with Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party (2011 dates to be advised)
Christmas at Sea World Create yuletide memories and celebrate the season during "Christmas at SeaWorld." This holiday event features festive decorations, snowfalls at the Waterfront, and live holiday music from classical musicians and carolers.
Bob Carr Performing Arts Center - Orlando - The world-famous Radio City Rockettes will star in THE RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR. (2006 dates to be advise) For more information visit www.BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com
Pleasure Island New Year's Eve - December 31, 2011 - January 1, 2009 - Dance the night away at the most spectacular New Year's Eve street party around. Location: Downtown Disney. For more information call (407) 824-2222.
Universal Orlando New Year's Eve Party. December 31. Visit Universal Orlando and enjoy spectacular food, champagne, live entertainment, party favors, and much more. Greet Florida Style!
Please note that events and hours are subject to change or cancel without notice.
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