Spring is in full swing here in Orlando, which means it's time to get outside and enjoy the City Beautiful. Orlando, which is known as theme park central, is a lot more than roller coasters and mouse ears. We have everything from the best foodie festivals and parties, to amazing live music, and so much more. No matter how you like to spend your weekend, our weekly list of things to do in Orlando is sure to have you making the most of it.
Orlando Nightlife
Midnight Mayhem
When: Friday, April 12th at 8:00 PM
Where: Boxi Park Lake Nona
Join Midnight Mayhem at this incredible new complex in Lake Nona - Boxi Park! This cool new construction uses shipping containers to build shopping, food and entertainment venues. They will bring the entertainment all night long so stop by for the party!
The Good vs Evil Pub Crawl
When: Saturday, April 13th at 8:00 PM
Where: Elixir Orlando
Do you always have to be a good person, but have always wanted to be Evil. Now is your chance. There is a lot of Good vs Evil coming to the small and big screen this month so what better way to celebrate than crawling with OPC. We all have our favorite eros and villains- so this month you get to become them. OPC doesn't care if you're a Game of Thrones fan, Marvel Avengers fan, or Star Wars fan. This crawl is for you. Good and Evil will be taking over the streets of downtown Orlando for the ultimate battle of the universe.
Taco & Tequila Crawl: Orlando
When: Saturday, April 13th at 12:00 PM
Where: Cantina | Wall Street
The Taco Crawl is here in Orlando and it will be better than ever. Come stroll through Downtown eating the BEST taco's, enjoying exclusive margarita, tequila, and beer specials. Your general admission ticket will include 4 tacos, a taco crawl signature koozie, an on-site photographer, and exclusive party stops! VIP tickets are also available for purchase.
Family Friendly Events in Orlando
2019 Taste of College Park
When: Thursday, April 11th at 6:00 PM
Where: Dubsdread Ballroom
The Taste of College Park combines food, wine, music, silent & live auctions for an extraordinary evening in College Park. Nearly two dozen local restaurants and distributors provide the food and wine; local retailers supply items for the silent auction and live auction. Whether you are a local foodie looking to sample the latest fare from College Park's best restaurants or a resident looking to enjoy an evening sampling great wines and listening to music, the Taste of College Park Food & Wine Festival is a casual and fun evening for everyone.
Easter Eggstravaganza
When: Saturday, April 13th at 10:00 AM
Where: Florida Technical College
At the Spring Eggstravaganza event, you can enjoy a time of tradition, generosity, and shared joy. There will be an Easter Egg Hunt, an Easter Basket Raffle for children of all ages, and the opportunity to take a picture with the Easter Bunny.
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Dog Day Afternoon
When: Sunday, April 14th at 1:00 PM
Where: Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company
Join IPB Co for their first ever Dog Day Afternoon at the Brewery! They will have some amazing vendors with spent grain dog treats, fun custom bandanas/accessories, and various pampering options to treat your dog to a relaxing Sunday Funday event!
Concerts in Orlando
What So Not at Gilt Nightclub
When: Thursday, April 11th at 10:00 PM
Where: Gilt Nightclub
What So Not is an electronic music project by Australian record producer Emoh Instead, and formerly a duo with record producer Flume. What So Not has toured the world, playing in various festivals, including Coachella Valley, Ultra Music Festival, Lollapalooza, and many more. Bass Cvltvre, Optic Music Group, Disco Donnie, & Gilt Nightclub Present What So Not this Thursday night. Make sure you get your tickets today!
Jamfest 2019: Battle of The Decades
When: Saturday, April 13th at 8:00 PM
Where: Celine Orlando
Come dressed up from your favorite decade and rock out to the greatest hits from the 70s to now at one of Orlando's top LIVE Entertainment venues, Celine! The headlining act is SPITFIRE playing all the hits of the 70s, 80s, 90s, and 2000s! Join the Guys With Ties Philanthropy as they raise money for United Against Poverty Orlando a local non-profit.
WJRR's Earthday Birthday 26
When: Saturday, April 13th at 11:00 AM
Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds
WJRR's Earthday Birthday is Orlando's longest running music festival, back again for its 26th year. Rock enthusiasts will gather at the Central Florida Fairgrounds to enjoy music by Godsmack, Three Days Grace, Pop Evil, Atreyu, P.O.D., Motionless in White, Rival Sons and more!
Sporting Events in Orlando
Hump Day Hangout w/ 407area & Sports Columnist David Baumann
When: Wednesday, April 10th at 7:30 PM
Where: Orange County Brewers
Do you like pizza, local beer, and sports trivia? Come join us at Orange County Brewers, Wednesday, April 10th for a night of fun as we celebrate a great year for local sports. There will be some awesome deals and specials including a free slice of pizza with the purchase of any beer for the first 50 people to attend. Along with that, there will also be $4 craft brews all night, Orlando sports trivia, and over $100 worth of gift cards & giveaways!
Orlando Solar Bears vs. South Carolina Stingrays
When: Friday, April 12th at 7:00 PM
Where: Amway Center
Help your Orlando Solar Bears #DefendTheDen as they take on their rivals the South Carolina Stingrays at the Amway Center this Friday night!
Orlando Predators vs. Columbus Lions
When: Saturday, April 13th at 7:30 PM
Where: Amway Center
The Orlando Predators have been the City Beautiful's most intense and entertaining sports franchise for the last 25+ years. The Predators welcome fans into the "Jungle" up close and personal with the game of Arena Football, putting them right next to the action. Don't miss your chance for this in-game experience sitting inches from the sideline where you can hear every hit, feel the speed, and high five your favorite players. Tickets are on sale now!
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