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For an unforgettable start to the month, head to the May the Fourth celebration (otherwise known as Star Wars Day) at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Hollywood Studios. Photo courtesy of WDW
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5/1/24 - By Charlotte B

Looking for the best things to do in Orlando this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list!

Visit the Alligator Capital of the World, Gatorland, this weekend for its annual Gatorpalooza Fun Fest. Enjoy the hit Broadway musical Peter Pan at the Dr. Phillips Center. Plus, it's the final weekend to visit SeaWorld's Seven Seas Food Festival. Read on for everything happening this weekend!

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SeaWorld Orlando Seven Seas Food Festival

Orlando - Final Weekend!
Through May 19
SeaWorld's Seven Seas Food Festival includes more than 180 culinary options, both international and domestic, as well as live performances ranging from country, Christian, Latin, rock, and more. READ MORE

AdventHealth Broadway in Orlando Presents Peter Pan

Orlando
May 14-19
This high-flying musical has been delighting audiences of all ages for close to 70 years and is now being brought back to life in a new production. The adventure begins when Peter Pan and his mischievous fairy sidekick, Tinker Bell, visit the nursery of the Darling children late one night. With a sprinkle of pixie dust and a few happy thoughts, the children are taken on a magical journey they will never forget. READ MORE

Spooky Empire

Orlando
May 17-19
Spooky Empire has been delivering the best sights, sounds and screams to Halloween lovers since 2003. This event feature an enormous room of vendors, a film and tattoo festival, music, celebrity speakers, and more to satiate even the most diehard aficionados of the spooky season. READ MORE

LuminoCity's Dino Safari Fest Orlando

Orlando - Opening Weekend!
May 17 - June 16
LuminoCity Festival Inc. announces its latest venture to Orlando, Florida. From May 17 to June 16, 2024, LuminoCity’s Dino Safari Festival will come to the Florida Mall with the promise of an adventure steeped in prehistoric wonder.  READ MORE

Apopka Spring Craft & Food Fest

Apopka - FREE
Saturday, May 18
At the Apopka Spring Craft & Food Truck Fest, shop with local vendors, enjoy delicious food trucks, vendors, crafters, and free activities. READ MORE

City of Apopka Emancipation Day Celebration

Apopka - FREE
Saturday, May 18
Apopka's Emancipation Day Celebration features music, history talk, entertainment, kid activities, food trucks & vendors, and more. READ MORE

City of Ocoee Community Picnic

Ocoee - FREE
Saturday, May 18
The Ocoee Police Department hosts a day of fun for the entire family, with food, games, bounce house, music, face painting, and more. READ MORE

Endangered Species Day at the Zoo

Sanford
Saturday, May 18
Celebrate Endangered Species Day at the Zoo, where people of all ages are encouraged to learn about the importance of protecting endangered plants and animals, and what actions can be taken to preserve the future of the species. Get up close to the many endangered species from all around the word represented at the Zoo. READ MORE

eSTEAMed Day 2024

Eatonville - FREE
Saturday, May 18
Browse STEAM resources and create fun STEAM projects with your family. Engage in STEAM activities, bounce in the bounce house, dance at the foam party, set the vibe with a DJ, and network with the STEAM industry. READ MORE

Gatorpalooza Fun Fest

Orlando
May 18-19
Gatorpalooza is included with park admission and features music, specialty food, craft vendors, artisans, family fun, games, appearances by the Gatorland Vlog Team and, of course, all the alligators, animals, and awesomeness that a day at Gatorland has to offer.  READ MORE

The Orlando Fringe: Kids Fringe

Orlando - FREE
Weekends, May 18-26
The annual Kids Fringe Festival, part of the Orlando Fringe, features arts, crafts, shows, games, and more just for kids. Special children’s theater performances take place on the main stage. READ MORE

Avalon Park Food Truck Night

Orlando
Sunday, May 19
Avalon Park's monthly food truck night features 20 local food trucks and live music. READ MORE

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