This is the Orlando Events Calendar for kids and families in Central Florida. Orlando is the kid capital of the world and we never lack in things to do with kids in the greater Orlando area. It’s not all theme parks either! Check out what we’ve found to do today (and everyday) below. You can switch views, filter the results, change the dates, and anything you need to in order to find fun family events in Central Florida.
From indoor playgrounds, theaters, parks, theme parks, sporting events, community events and more, this calendar is maintained daily just for you. We will do all the work while you sit back and see what’s available. So we can drop ideas right into your inbox, please be sure to click and SUBSCRIBE to My Central Florida Family’s Weekly Fun-Letter.
Join Us!
The 9th Florida Kids and Family Expo is Orlando’s Ultimate Orlando event for kids and families. Join us August 17-18, 2024 at the Orange County Convention Center for a full day of fun and discovery with your family. With over 200 exhibitors, 10+ Fun Zones, 4 Live Performance Stages, and so much more, we hope you can join us! Click here for the details and tickets.
Be sure to double check all information, using the link(s) provided on each calendar event BEFORE heading out. Changes in event details, human error and cancellations can and will occur. If you would like to list an event on our Daily Calendar, please click here.
Please take a moment to check out our Orlando Events Calendar sponsors and click on them below. Without them, this calendar wouldn’t be possible.
Join us for this special celebration of the Florida Highwaymen: the group of 26 African American artists who broke from the conventions of the Jim Crow South in the 1950s and ’60s to paint and sell their now-iconic landscapes of Florida. Three of the original Highwaymen – Curtis Arnett, Al Black, and Robert Lewis Jr. […]
Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate all the important women or caregivers in our life. It might be your mom, your grandma or anyone who has played an important role. On Mother’s Day, the History Center offers free admission to any caregiver accompanied by their loved one (of any age)!
Join us for an incredible afternoon of South Asian dance and activities! Dancers from the Central Florida-based Asian Cultural Association will perform Kathak dance from 2 – 3 p.m., with family-friendly activities going until 4 p.m. The Kathak dance form traces its origins to the nomadic bards of ancient northern India, known as Kathaks or storytellers, who […]
All astronauts lead exciting lives, but some are larger than life even before they reach for the stars. Born in Los Angeles in 1951, Dr. Sally Kristen Ride lived her life with extraordinary energy, passion, curiosity, and joy. She was the first American woman to fly in space, and also the youngest American, when she […]
Father’s Day is a time to celebrate all the important men or caregivers in our life. It might be your dad, your grandfather or anyone who has played an important role. On Father’s Day, the History Center offers free admission to any caregiver accompanied by their loved one (of any age)!
Roadside attractions draw families to Florida as fun ways to spend their summer days. Join us as we recognize how these roadside wonders have inspired people to visit and even move to Central Florida. Enjoy sensory-friendly activities and discover how our retro attractions have helped shape a community. Activities end at 4 p.m. Presented in […]
Experience the History Center after hours onCenter July 20 from 5 – 8 p.m. with free admission. Along with a maker’s market, live performances and more, the History Center’s special exhibit, Figurehead: Music & Mayhem in Orlando’s Underground will also be open for guests to experience. The History Center offers free admission after hours for […]
Let’s take a captivating journey through the lives of Famous Floridians! From the groundbreaking discoveries of Florida scientists to the iconic melodies of the world’s most popular boy bands and the inspiring work of community builders, this will be an engaging day for all ages. Participate in activities inspired by some of the remarkable individuals […]
The History Center’s monthly Hint of History drop-in sessions allow families to customize their learning experience and participate in activities at their own pace. As your family explores the museum, you will find a learning opportunity geared toward that month’s theme on each floor, including a mock trial in our historic 1927 courtroom. (Note that […]
