Things to Do in Orlando This Week & Weekend: Sept. 14–20, 2026
September 13, 2026Things to Do in Orlando This Week & Weekend: Sept. 14–20, 2026 Hispanic Heritage Month begins, Orlando’s Mural Festival takes over downtown, the History Center opens its doors for free, Lake Nona celebrates all weekend, the Orlando Philharmonic launches a new season, and there are plenty of free and inexpensive things to do around Central Florida. Looking for something to do around Orlando this week? September 14–20 is shaping up to be a particularly good week for getting out without spending a fortune. Hispanic Heritage Month officially begins Tuesday, bringing cultural celebrations to Orlando and Lake Nona. Downtown Orlando has…
How to Save Money on Food at Disney World
How to Save Money on Food at Disney World and in Orlando: A Family Guide for 2026 Food can quietly become one of the biggest expenses on an Orlando vacation—especially for families of five, six or more. The good news:…
Disney Springs Orlando Guide 2026: Free Things to Do, Food & Family Fun
Disney Springs Without a Theme Park Ticket: Why It’s Worth Visiting for Both Orlando Locals and Tourists Free admission, free parking, live entertainment, waterfront dining, shopping, movies, bowling, family activities and some of Disney World’s most unusual experiences make Disney…
Orlando Remembers 9/11 in 2026: 25 Years Later
Orlando Remembers September 11: 25 Years Later, Central Florida Honors the Lives Lost On September 11, 2026, Orlando and communities across Central Florida will mark the 25th anniversary of the attacks with candlelight ceremonies, moments of silence and tributes to…
Orlando Oktoberfest 2026: Free & Cheap Events, German Food and Family Fun
Orlando Oktoberfest 2026: Free & Cheap German Festivals, Food, Music & Family Fun You don’t need a plane ticket to Munich—or an expensive festival ticket—to celebrate Oktoberfest in Central Florida. From free community festivals in Lake Nona, Avalon Park and…
Arts & Culture, Events, Food & Drinks, For Locals, For-Family, Fun Things to Do, Stories & News, Things to DoThings to Do in Orlando This Weekend: Sept. 11–13, 2026
Things to Do in Orlando This Weekend: Sept. 11–13, 2026 Free Latin jazz, a giant fandom festival in Kissimmee, fall fun in Avalon Park, food trucks in Sanford, family crafts at Leu Gardens, farmers markets and more — here are…
Hispanic Heritage Month Orlando 2026: Free Events, Food & Culture
Hispanic Heritage Month in Orlando 2026: Free Events, Food & Culture Hispanic Heritage Month runs September 15 through October 15, and Greater Orlando is celebrating with free festivals, local art, live music, dance, food, family activities and community events from…
Orlando Fall Festivals 2026: Pumpkin Patches, Food & Family Events
Orlando Fall Festivals 2026: Pumpkin Patches, Food Festivals & Family Events Fall in Central Florida may still mean shorts and 80-degree afternoons, but the season is packed with pumpkin patches, corn mazes, food festivals, outdoor markets, Halloween events and family…
Lake Nona Is Getting a New Library and Community Government Center
Lake Nona Is Getting Something Residents Have Wanted for Years: A Real Library and Neighborhood Government Center Orlando’s fast-growing southeast side is approaching an important milestone. A new community campus on Dowden Road will combine a Lake Nona library, city…
Orlando Is Planning the Future of the Milk District — Residents Can Help Shape It
Orlando Is Planning the Future of the Milk District — And Residents Get a Say This Month The city has launched a new vision plan for one of Orlando’s most distinctive neighborhoods. The process could eventually influence development, sidewalks, bike…
Things to Do in Orlando Labor Day Weekend 2026: Free Events, Food & Family Fun
Things to Do in Orlando Labor Day Weekend 2026 Labor Day weekend runs September 4–7 this year, and Greater Orlando has plenty to do without buying an expensive theme-park ticket. From free admission at Leu Gardens and an outdoor movie…
