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Looking for entertainment that doesn’t cost a dime? ArtsFest, presented by United Arts of Central Florida, celebrates local arts and culture by hosting various events in the Central Florida area during the month of February.
Feed your family’s artistic spirit or discover a new curiosity by attending one of the 302 free cultural events including theater, dance, comedy, art and exhibition galleries, workshops, storytelling and much more. Some family-friendly events located close to Kissimmee or worth the drive downtown include:
- Osceola Arts Festival (Kissimmee): February 11 and 12, head to Valencia College and see over 150 artists from around the U.S.
- The Storyteller (International Drive – Orlando): February 18 and 25, celebrate diversity and learn about struggles and successes of African-Americans.
- SomeBunny Special Puppet Show (Downtown Orlando): February 21, join Miss Bunny on her forest adventure full of surprises, where kids learn that they are “SomeBunny Special” too.
- Tree of Light (Downtown Orlando): All month, 24 hours a day, interact with the Tree of Light, a tall sculpture made from recycled materials, and discover what happens once all the lights are on.
Keep in mind that some events do require a fee for parking. Click here for more information and a detailed schedule of non-ticketed events. (Although the ticket lottery has ended, more than 260 events are non-ticketed where you can just show up and enjoy.)
February 7th, 2012
SeaWorld® Orlando is making waves Saturdays, January 14 through February 4, with the all-new Just For Kids festival! The festival presents rides, concerts, shows and special activities designed for young children and their families.
At 8:30 and 10:30 each morning, the Just For Kids festival kicks off with an opportunity to share a fun-filled start to your day with a breakfast with Elmo! Elmo and other Sesame Street characters make appearances and give out hugs while you and your family dine on a buffet-style breakfast.
In Shamu’s Party Zone, Kids can meet Shamu and other SeaWorld friends, dance and sing to kid-friendly music and a DJ, get their face painted and make a sand art souvenir. Throughout the rest of the park, children can ride kid-sized rides and see SeaWorld animals.
The Just For Kids festival also offers a multitude of exciting activities and shows for the entire family. Your family will especially enjoy the hilarious show Elmo and Abby’s Treasure Hunt. Highlighting the festival is a schedule of concerts:
January 14
LazyTown Live on Stage
January 21
Max & Ruby’s Musical Playdate
January 28
Doodlebops’ Musical Playdate
February 4
Choo Choo Soul
Admission to SeaWorld’s Just For Kids festival concerts and events are included in park admission and take place on Saturdays, January 14-February 4. Tickets for the concerts are distributed to park guests across from the Nautilus Theater on a first come, first served basis starting at 9 a.m. on concert days. Seating is limited. A separate ticket is required for the Breakfast with Elmo & Friends. Click here for information.
January 11th, 2012
With hit music from Smash Mouth and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, say goodbye to 2011 and ring in 2012 at Rock in the New Year at Universal CityWalk®. At Rock in the New Year, adults ages 21 and up enjoy a huge New Year’s party throughout CityWalk® featuring live music, all-you-can-eat food and a champagne toast at midnight.
Highlighting the event, Smash Mouth and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy will perform live and each of CityWalk®’s seven clubs will also have live entertainment including karaoke at Rising Star, dueling pianos at Pat O’Brein’s, live DJs and bands and more! Special note: designated drivers that are attending Rock in the New Year can pick up a wristband at any of the New Year’s Eve venues to receive free non-alcoholic fountain beverages throughout the night.
Tickets to Rock in the New Year, December 31, 8 pm-2 am, cost $139.99 per person (ages 21 and up only) and include food, a midnight champagne toast, admission to CityWalk® and its seven clubs and performances by Smash Mouth and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy. Click here for more information.
For families seeking a celebration everyone can enjoy, Walt Disney World® Resort will have fireworks shows and extended hours at Epcot®, Magic Kingdom® and Hollywood Studios®. Enjoy a unique musical celebration with sea creatures and a fireworks show at SeaWorld® Orlando. LEGOLAND® Florida will count down to the new year during the Kids’ New Year’s Eve at 7 pm. Visit each individual theme park’s website for more information.
December 27th, 2011
by Rick E-Mouse
April 1, 2011 Edition
Spring 2011 Orlando Vacation Events
Make your Spring Orlando vacation complete with these fun and festive events:
Epcot® Flower & Garden Festival
Explore a world of flowery fun with millions of beautiful blooms, Disney character topiaries, gardening tips from HGTV experts and live Flower Power concerts! Now through Sunday, May 15th at Walt Disney World® Resort.
Viva La Musica
Enjoy a fiesta of Latin music, food, arts and crafts. Now in its Final Weekend: Saturday, April 2nd at SeaWorld Orlando and Sunday, April 3rd at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.
Mardi Gras at Universal Studios Florida®
It’s “Beads, Bands and Good Times!” with concerts, the sounds of New Orleans, Cajun food and parades! Saturdays, now through April 23rd at Universal Studios Florida®.
April 1st, 2011
by Rick E-Mouse
March 25, 2011 Edition
2011 Epcot® Flower & Garden Festival
Flower Power Concert Series Schedule
Make your 2011 Disney vacation “rock” – catch the Flower Power Concert Series at the 18th Annual Epcot® Flower & Garden Festival in Walt Disney World® Resort.
Upcoming concerts include:
- March 25 – 27: Melissa Manchester
- April 1 – 3: Starship starring Mickey Thomas
- April 8 – 10: Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis Jr.
- April 15 – 17: Juice Newton
- April 22 – 24: Ricky Nelson Remembered featuring The Nelsons
- April 29 – May 1: Paul Revere & the Raiders
- May 6 – 8: Davy Jones
- May 13 – 15: Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone
Performances are held at the America Gardens Theatre and are scheduled for 5:15pm, 6:30pm and 7:45pm every Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the festival.
March 25th, 2011
by Rick E-Mouse
March 11, 2011 Edition
Enjoy Viva La Musica at SeaWorld Orlando
On Your Central Florida Vacation
Enjoy festive fun on your Central Florida vacation-experience Viva La Musica at SeaWorld Orlando!
This fun annual vacation event features live concerts with award-winning Latin performers plus delicious Latin cuisine, arts and crafts.
New for this year is a special menu from SeaWorld’s executive chef, Hector Colon, where you can enjoy Mexican, South American and Caribbean entrees!
Viva La Musica runs Saturdays at SeaWorld Orlando March 12th through April 2nd. For more spicy fun, celebrate Viva La Musica at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, running Sundays March 13th through April 3rd. Both events begin at 12 Noon, with concerts starting at 3pm.
Concert Schedules:
Saturdays at SeaWorld
March 12 – Chino Y Nacho
March 19 – Manny Manuel
March 26 – Jerry Rivera
April 2 – Edniya Nazario
Sundays at Busch Gardens
March 13 – Elvis Crespo
March 20 – Jose Alberto “El Canario”
March 27 – Angel Y Khris
April 3 – Ismael Miranda
For a truly “hot” Central Florida vacation, don’t miss Viva La Musica at SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay!
March 11th, 2011
by Rick E-Mouse
February 11, 2011 Edition
Universal Studios Florida®
Mardi Gras Concert Schedule
Add “Beads, Bands and Good Times!” to your Orlando vacation – celebrate Mardi Gras at Universal Studios Florida®, beginning tomorrow, February 12th and running every Saturday plus select nights through April 23rd.
This exciting Orlando vacation event features live music from New Orleans bands, Cajun cuisine, parades and these spectacular concerts:
Saturday, February 12th – Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
Saturday, February 19th – The B-52s
Sunday, February 20th – KC & The Sunshine Band
Saturday, February 26th – Pitbull
Saturday, March 5th – Lynyrd Skynyrd
Saturday, March 12th – Foreigner
Friday, March 18th – Neon Trees
Saturday, March 19th – The Roots
Friday, March 25th – OneRepublic
Saturday, March 26th – Blake Shelton
Friday, April 1st – Sean Kingston
Saturday, April 2nd – Ne-Yo
Saturday, April 9th – Lifehouse
Saturday, April 16th – The Beach Boys
Saturday, April 23rd – Thirty Seconds To Mars
Concerts start at 8:30pm from February 12th through April 9th and at 9:30pm April 16th and April 23rd.
For a festive Orlando vacation, experience Mardi Gras at Universal Studios Florida®!
February 11th, 2011
Make your Central Florida vacation sizzle this February – celebrate Bands, Brew & BBQ at SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa.
Enjoy four weekends of rock, pop and country concerts plus smokin’ hot barbecue dishes provided by popular Central Florida restaurants!
Bands, Brew & BBQ runs Saturdays at SeaWorld Orlando and Sundays at Busch Gardens Tampa, February 12th through March 6th.
SeaWorld Orlando Concert Schedule
- Huey Lewis & The News – February 12th
- Willie Nelson – February 19th
- REO Speedwagon – February 26th
- Josh Turner – March 5th
Busch Gardens Tampa Concert Schedule
- Montgomery Gentry – February 13th
- Joan Jett and The Blackhearts – February 20th
- The Commodores & The Pointer Sisters – February 27th
- Travis Tritt & The Charlie Daniels Band – March 6th
SeaWorld concerts start at 4:30pm and begin at 5:00pm at Busch Gardens.
January 21st, 2011
by Rick E-Mouse
January 7, 2011 Edition
2011 Disney World Event Schedule
Enjoy these Disney World events on your 2011 Orlando vacation:
Spring/Summer Events
Epcot® International Flower and Garden Festival
March 2nd to May 15th
ESPN The Weekend
March 3rd to March 6th at Disney’s Hollywood Studios™
Star Wars Weekends
Select Weekends in May and/or June at Disney’s Hollywood Studios™
Sounds Like Summer Concert Series at Epcot®
Dates to be Announced
Fall Events
Epcot® International Food and Wine Festival
September 30th to November 13th
Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party
Select nights in September and October at the Magic Kingdom® Park
Holiday Events
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at the Magic Kingdom® Park
Dates to be Announced
Holidays Around The World
November 25 to December 30th at Epcot®
Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights
Late November and December at Disney’s Hollywood Studios™
Mickey’s Jingle Jungle Parade
Late November and December at Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park
Stay tuned to the Weekly EARFUL for more Walt Disney World® Resort event and date announcements.
January 7th, 2011
“Plunge” into the New Year – celebrate New Year’s Eve at SeaWorld this Friday, December 31st.
This special holiday Orlando vacation event features music including a DJ, jazz performers and a 14-piece band – plus a spectacular fireworks display at midnight!
During your celebration, enjoy thrilling attractions like Manta and SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration, including Shamu Christmas… Miracles and The Polar Express Experience.
Make your holiday Orlando vacation complete – don’t miss New Year’s Eve at SeaWorld.
December 29th, 2010
by Rick E-Mouse
December 17, 2010 Edition
Celebrate the Holidays at Universal Orlando®
Celebrate a the holidays on your Orlando vacation with Holiday Cheer You Can Only Find Here at Universal Studios Florida® and Universal’s Islands of Adventure®.
At Universal’s Islands of Adventure® enjoy Grinchmas™, featuring a live performance of “How The Grinch Stole Christmas”.
And at Universal Studios Florida® there’s Macy’s Holiday Parade™, the all-new Holiday Village and live concerts featuring Mannheim Steamroller on December 18th – plus the Sounds of the Holidays a cappella group on select nights.
This fun holiday Orlando vacation celebration runs now through January 1st.
December 17th, 2010
Turn up the volume on your holiday Orlando vacation – enjoy the Radio Disney Holiday Concert at Celebration Town Center in Celebration, Florida.
This FREE family-friendly Central Florida holiday concert features the jamming sounds of Radio Disney artists including Allstar Weekend and this year’s “Next Big Thing” winner, Kicking Daisies!
The Radio Disney Holiday Concert runs this Saturday, December 11th, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm.
December 9th, 2010
by Rick E-Mouse
December 3, 2010 Edition
Experience the Magic of the
Candlelight Processional at Epcot®
Fill your holiday Orlando vacation with the magic of the season – don’t miss the 40th Annual Candlelight Processional at Epcot® in Walt Disney World® Resort.
This yearly holiday Disney event features celebrities narrating a moving version of the Christmas story accompanied by a choir and a 50-piece orchestra.
Shows run nightly now through December 30, 2010 at 5:00pm, 6:45pm and 8:15pm at the American Gardens Theatre.
Candlelight Processional Celebrity Narrator Schedule
12/02 – 12/04 – Corbin Bernsen
12/05 – 12/06 – Susan Lucci
12/07 – 12/09 – Jodi Benson
12/10 – 12/11 – Whoopi Goldberg
12/12 – 12/15 – Steven Curtis Chapman
12/16 – 12/18 – Thomas Gibson
12/19 – 12/21 – Trace Adkins
12/22 – 12/23 – Brad Garrett
12/24 – 12/27 – Edward James Olmos
12/28 – 12/30 – Marlee Matlin/Jack Jason
December 3rd, 2010
by Rick E-Mouse
October 15, 2010 Edition
Enjoy the Eat to the Beat Concert Series
at Epcot® on Your Fall Orlando Vacation
While you’re celebrating your Fall Orlando vacation at the Epcot® International Food and Wine Festival in Walt Disney World® Resort, be sure to catch the Eat to the Beat Concert Series, featuring performances by modern and classic rock and pop artists.
2010 Eat to the Beat Concert Series Schedule
10/15 – Sister Hazel
10/16 – 10/17 – Howard Jones
10/18 – 10/19 – Expose
10/20 – 10/21 – 38 Special
10/22 – 10/24 – Night Ranger
10/25 – 10/27 – Billy Ocean
10/28 – 10/31 – Starship starring Mickey Thomas
11/01 – 11/03 – Boyz II Men
11/04 – 11/05 – Roger Hodgson
11/06 – 11/07 – Jon Secada
11/08 – 11/09 – Hanson
11/10 – 11/11 – Rick Springfield
11/12 – 11/14 – Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
Performances are held nightly at the America Gardens Theater and start at 5:15pm, 6:30pm and 7:45pm.
October 15th, 2010
by Rick E-Mouse
October 1, 2010 Edition
Epcot® International Food and Wine Festival Starts Today!
Celebrate your Fall Orlando vacation at the 15th Annual Epcot® International Food and Wine Festival in Walt Disney World® Resort, starting today and running through November 14th.
Themed “Celebrating 15 Years of Delicious Discoveries”, this year’s festival features regional cuisine, wines and beers from around the globe at over 25 marketplaces, including Australia, South Africa and Morocco – plus, new for this year: South Korea and Belgium!
Highlights include: demonstrations by world-renowned chefs, wine tasting seminars and the grand opening of two new restaurants at Epcot: La Hacienda de San Angel in the Mexico pavilion and Via Napoli at the Italy pavilion!
Plus, enjoy great music at the Eat to the Beat Concert Series, with popular acts such as Howard Jones, Rick Springfield, Boyz II Men, Night Ranger and Taylor Hicks!
Taste the world on your Fall Orlando vacation at the Epcot® International Food and Wine Festival in Walt Disney World® Resort.
October 1st, 2010
by Rick E-Mouse
September 10, 2010 Edition
Top 5 Reasons to Plan a Fall Orlando Vacation
1. Lighter Crowds – Which means more time to enjoy Orlando vacation attractions and activities!
2. September Magical Dining Month – Thirty days of $30 prix fixe dinners at Central Florida’s premier dining destinations.
3. Epcot International Food & Wine Festival – Taste the world! Enjoy international cuisine, regional wines and the Eat to the Beat Concert Series – October 1st to November 14th.
4. Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party – Family-friendly Disney Halloween fun at the Magic Kingdom® Park, select nights, September 14th through November 1st.
5. Fall Orlando Vacation Savings – Enjoy FREE nights with our Fall Orlando vacation deals!
September 10th, 2010
by Rick E-Mouse
July 16, 2010 Edition
Summer Orlando Vacation Nighttime Events
When the sun goes down, the thrills heat up at these exciting summer Orlando vacation events:
At Walt Disney World® Resort, there’s Summer Nightastic!
This Disney Orlando vacation event features special nighttime celebrations, including: the Main Street Electrical Parade and Summer Nightastic Fireworks Spectacular at the Magic Kingdom® Park, the Sounds Like Summer Concert Series at Epcot® (through July 31st), special lighting effects on the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at Disney’s Hollywood Studios™, plus extended hours at Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park – and so much more! Now through August 14th.
And at SeaWorld Orlando, there’s SeaWorld AfterDark, featuring the amazing Shamu Rocks, the hilarious Sea Lions Tonite and the breathtaking Reflections fireworks spectacular! Now through August 15th.
Looking for more nighttime fun on your Central Florida vacation? Then don’t miss Summer Nights at Busch Gardens, now through August 15th at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.
July 16th, 2010
Enjoy the hot sounds of your favorite artists from amazing sound-alike tribute bands on your Disney Orlando vacation at the Epcot® Sounds Like Summer Concert Series.
July Sounds Like Summer Concert Series Schedule
- Now through July 10th: Satisfaction (Rolling Stones)
- July 11th – July 17th: Slippery When Wet (Bon Jovi)
- July 18th – July 24th: 2U (U2)
- July 25th – July 31st: Beginnings (Chicago)
Location: America Gardens Theatre
Show times: 5:45pm, 7:00pm and 8:15pm nightly.
Don’t miss this exciting Orlando vacation concert event, running now through July 31st at Epcot® in Walt Disney World®!
July 6th, 2010
by Rick E-Mouse
June 30, 2010 Edition
Orlando Vacation 4th of July Celebrations
Enjoy these explosive 4th of July celebrations on your Orlando vacation:
Walt Disney World
At the Magic Kingdom® Park in Walt Disney World, enjoy the “Celebrate America Fireworks” display Saturday, July 3rd and Sunday July 4th at 9pm.
And head to Epcot® on Sunday, July 4th for the Voices of Liberty 4th of July Concert at the America Gardens Theatre, featuring the Spirit of America Fife and Drum Corps, Disney characters and more! Show times are 12:30 pm, 1:45 pm & 3:00 pm.
Plus don’t miss a special “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” fireworks display with a patriotic finale at 10:00pm!
SeaWorld Orlando
In addition to SeaWorld AfterDark events, SeaWorld Orlando is holding a 4th of July spectacular on Sunday, July 4th, beginning at 9:45pm.
This holiday Orlando vacation celebration features a special performance of both classic and modern songs by the 40-piece 13th Army Band, Florida National Guard at Bayside Stadium followed by a 4th of July Reflections finale with additional fireworks timed to patriotic music!
Have a safe and happy 4th of July!
June 30th, 2010
by Rick E-Mouse
June 11, 2010 Edition
Sounds Like Summer Concert Series
at Epcot® Starts Tomorrow
For a summer Disney vacation that’s music to your ears, don’t miss the Sounds Like Summer Concert Series at Epcot®.
This exciting annual Orlando vacation concert event runs June 12th through July 31st, 2010 and features tribute bands performing songs from some of your favorite rock and pop artists!
2010 Sounds Like Summer Concert Series Schedule
June 12 – June 19: Stayin’ Alive (Bee Gees)
June 20 – June 26: Hotel California (The Eagles)
June 27 – July 3: Karin Lawson (Janet Jackson)
July 4 – July 10: Satisfaction (Rolling Stones)
July 11 – July 17: Slippery When Wet (Bon Jovi)
July 18 – July 24: 2U (U2)
July 25 – July 31: Beginnings (Chicago)
Show times are 5:45pm, 7:00pm and 8:15pm nightly at the America Gardens Theatre.
Rock the summer away on your Disney Orlando vacation – catch the Sounds Like Summer Concert Series at Epcot®.
June 11th, 2010
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Looking for entertainment that doesn’t cost a dime? ArtsFest, presented by United Arts of Central Florida, celebrates local arts and culture by hosting various events in the Central Florida area during the month of February.
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