Central Florida Top May Family Events 2023
Central Florida Top May Family Events 2023 – We’re working to look ahead and find fun family events happening in Central Florida for your family. This is our May Family Events Guide for 2023! If you think we’ve missed something, email us at Newsletter@MyCentralFloridaFamily.com or click here. We’ll continue adding fun family events as we find them.
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May is a great month to live in Central Florida. The weather outside is warm…beaches, splash pads, pools and parks are in play. Events are popping up all over! Here are some events we thought you might want to check out!
My Fair Lady
Dr. Phillips Center
May 9-14, 2023
More Info: From Lincoln Center Theater that brought you The King & I and South Pacific, comes “a sumptuous new production of the most perfect musical of all time” (Entertainment Weekly), Lerner & Loewe’s My Fair […]
Mother’s Day Brunch at Rosen Plaza
I’Drive, Orlando
May 14, 2023
More Info: Spoil the moms and special women in your life with a mother-tested and approved dining experience overflowing with incredible flavors. Soups Roasted Lobster Bisque GF/VEG Spanish Caldo Gallego GF/DF Dinner […]
Nathaniel’s Hope Make ‘m Smile
Lake Eola
May 6, 2023
More Info: For the last 20 years, we have been hosting MAKE ‘m SMILE, the BIGGEST party celebrating kids with special needs, our VIPs, (of all ages) at Lake Eola in Orlando, […]
Family Fest
Cranes Roost Park
May 13, 2023
More Info: Family Fest is an afternoon of fun for the whole family. Focusing on learning, kids are encouraged to think outside the box with STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) activities […]
Parent Academy
Evans High School | Orange County Public Schools
May 6, 2023
More Info: Join us for a FREE day of learning and fun at Parent Academy. You will leave with all of the information and resources for supporting the needs of your child […]
Disney’s Aladdin Jr.
Trinity Preparatory School
May 12-13, 2023
More Info: Presented by CFCArts Youth Theatre Companies and Jr. Troupe Disney’s Aladdin Jr. is based on the 1992 Academy Award®-winning film and the 2014 hit Broadway show about the “diamond in […]
Theme Parks
EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival
EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort
March 1 – July 5, 2023
More Info: See what’s budding at EPCOT for their annual Flower and Garden Festival. It’s an amazing visual of stunning gardens, topiaries, food, entertainment and so much more.
SeaWorld Seven Seas Food Festival
SeaWorld
Thursday’s through Sundays | February 3 – May 7, 2023
More Info: Oceans of flavor and fun are waiting at SeaWorld. From foodies to families, everyone will find tasty delights among more than 200 distinct offerings. Explore more than 50 fresh global […]
Food and Wine Festival
Busch Gardens
Fridays through Sundays | Through May 23, 2023
More Info: Each weekend from March 10 through May 21, the Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival offers delectable dishes to pair with wines, craft brews and cocktails. While indulging in the […]
Typhoon Lagoon Glow Nights
Select Dates May 20 through September 2, 2023
More Info: Splash into magic—and enjoy lower wait times for popular attractions—at this 3-hour nighttime event!
Theater & Art Events
Disney on Ice presents Frozen & Encanto
Amway Center
May 12-14, 2023
More Info: Step inside the magical adventures of Disney’s Frozen and Encanto as they are brought to life like never before at Disney On Ice! Dazzling ice skating transports you to Arendelle […]
Orlando REP’s Camelot & Camelittle
Orlando REP
April 28, 29, and 30 through May 5, 6, and 7
More Info: Spunky, young Ruth dreams of being a Knight of the Round Table. But King Arthur, Guinevere, Lancelot, and her other heroes laugh at her when she demonstrates her valor in […]
The Secret Garden the Musical
Dr. Phillips Center
May 5, 6, and 7
More Info: This spring, Central Florida Vocal Arts brings to the stage at the Dr. Phillips Center The Secret Garden, directed by Eric Pinder. This enchanting classic of children’s literature is reimagined […]
Bluey’s Big Play
Dr. Phillips Center
May 6 and 7, 2023
More Info: Bluey’s Big Play is a brand-new theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series, which broke every box office record for children’s entertainment in Australia. The play features an original story by Bluey’s creator Joe Brumm, and new music by award-winning Bluey composer, Joff Bush. Join Bluey, Bingo, Bandit & Chilli in “a glorious celebration of everything you love about the show” (The Guardian), featuring brilliantly created puppets, this is Bluey as you’ve never seen it before, brought to real life!
Make Way for Ducklings The Musical
Orlando Reparatory Theatre
Through May 14, 2023
More Info: Based on the classic Caldecott Medal-winning book by Robert McCloskey, this charming musical introduces us to Mr. and Mrs. Mallard, who are exhausted from their search for a home when […]
Men are From Mars, Women are From Venus – Parent’s Night Out
Dr. Phillips Center
Through May 19-23, 2023
More Info: Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus Live! at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, May 19–21, 2023.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame in Concert
Dr. Phillips Center
May 20, 2023
More Info: What makes a monster, and what makes a man? This is the central theme of The Hunchback of Notre Dame, a sweeping, grand-scale musical from Disney Theatrical, starring Michael James […]
Other Events
Cinco de Mayo Events
Cinco de Mayo Street Party Celebration | Promenade at Sunset Walk | May 5, 2023 | More
Cinco de Mayo Street Party at the Marketplace | Avalon Park | May 5, 2023 | More
Cinco de Mayo | Busch Gardens | May 5-7, 2023 | More
Ole Ole 5K | Eagle Nest Park | May 6, 2023 | More
Apopkon
Camp Wewa
May 6, 2023
More Info: Apopkon is a pop-culture, Sci-fi, comic book, and toy collector festival, with a purpose. This inaugural event is debuting in Apopka, Florida May 5-6, 2023. Our purpose is to bring […]
Parade of Homes
Central Florida
May 6-14, 2023
More Info: The Greater Orlando Builders Association (GOBA), the authority, educator, and promoter of the housing and building industry, presents the 70th annual Parade of Homes Orlando. Central Floridians are invited to experience the best homes and apartment communities throughout greater Orlando during the FREE, self-guided tour Sat., May 6 through Sun., May 14, 2023.
Run Nona H2O – 5K & Nemours Kids’ Run
Lake Nona Town Center
May 20, 2023
More Info: Beat the heat and experience the excitement of Lake Nona at the Run Nona H20! Run Nona 5k runners and walkers will dive into Orlando’s coolest community. The Nemours Kids’ […]
Dinosaurs at Leu Gardens
Leu Gardens
Through July 9, 2023
More Info: Dinosaurs are back! This amazing outdoor exhibit of prehistoric creatures will inhabit the gardens from April 8 – July 9, 2023. Explore the the nearly 50-acre gardens to discover some of the most feared creatures on the planet. Featuring over 20 life-size dinosaurs ranging in size from 14 inches to a massive 33 ft. Daspletosaurus, cousin to the T-Rex.
Festivals
Longwood Luau
Reiter Park
May 6, 2023
More Info: Join us for a Hawaiian-themed party featuring delectable food, live entertainment, and tropical vibes! Live Hawaiian music, hula dancers, fire knife performers, lei making station and much more fun!! Live […]
College Park Spring Fest
2400 Edgewater Drive, Orlando
May 6, 2023
More Info: College Park Spring Fest will take over Edgewater Drive on SATURDAY, MAY 6, 2023 with an ANYTHING GOES 90s PARTY! Our annual community street festival is “pedestrian-only” between Smith Street […]
Mother’s Day Guide
Click the image below for our 2023 Mother’s Day Guide.
Outdoor Movies in May
Click the image below for our Outdoor Movie Guide.
Don’t forget to check out the 2023 Florida Kids and Family Expo August 12-13, 2023 at the Orange County Convention Center. Tickets are on sale now! Click here for details.
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