Things to do
in Orlando

Saturday, November 7

139 events: Promoted and Bungalower picks first, then by time.

11:00 AM Featured Orlando Greek Fest 2026 Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church · Admission is FREE this year! A long-running Greek food and dance weekend in Maitland, with gyros, saganaki and pastries served alongside live Greek music and the Hellenic Dancers.

2:00 PM Featured Buddy deal Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors Orlando Shakes · Ivanhoe Village A fast-paced comic spoof of the gothic vampire tale, with five actors playing dozens of roles in quick costume changes. Fans of Mel Brooks and Monty Python will enjoy the wordplay.

5:00 PM Featured November Art Stroll Faith Arts Village · Downtown · Children and Seniors welcome More than two dozen local artists open their studios in a former motel, with pottery, painting and jewelry on view. Expect live music and food, and it is free for all ages.

10:00 AM Bungalower pick 2026 Fall Fiesta in the Park Lake Eola Park · Thornton Park Local artists, crafters, food vendors and live entertainment fill Lake Eola Park, plus a huge kids' play area. Pets and families are welcome, so the whole household can come along.

10:30 AM Bungalower pick Tai Chi in the Garden Mead Botanical Garden · Winter Park · Varies Slow, gentle tai chi among the plants at Mead Botanical Garden, led by instructor Sifu Tony Garcia. Expect a low-impact mix of slow movement, meditation and deep breathing, and bring your own water.

11:00 AM Bungalower pick Weekend Drag Brunch at Outpost Outpost Neighborhood Tavern · Thornton Park · $39.99 to $59.99 Orlando's drag talent performs at a brunch on a giant outdoor patio overlooking Lake Eola Park. Bottomless mimosas and bloody marys pair with an entrée and table appetizers, all alongside the show.

1:00 PM Bungalower pick Orlando Masonic Lodge No. 69 Community Event Orlando Masonic Lodge No. 69 · Thornton Park · Free A free open house inside a Thornton Park lodge marking 150 years in Orlando, with history talks, catered tacos, and a chance to meet local masons. Bring school supplies to donate to a local school.

5:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Zymarium Meadery presents Dark Ritual Zymarium Meadery · Mills 50 · Free A month-long Halloween pop-up at the meadery, with spooky themed drinks, immersive decor and tarot readings on select nights. It suits locals who want to ease into the season over a drink.

5:00 PM Bungalower pick Artist Stroll November FAVO · Downtown · Free Event Thirty local artists from a collective in a repurposed Orlando motel welcome visitors with live demos and original art to buy. The open house suits families who want to learn about art.

6:30 PM Bungalower pick Fragrance Making Classes at Tijōn Winter Park Tijōn Winter Park · Winter Park · $99 to $125 Build your own perfume from more than 300 fragrance oils, then name the scent you take home. The adults-only evening session suits date nights and girls' nights out.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal PlayFest Orlando Shakes · Ivanhoe Village Six new plays get staged readings over two weekends, followed by chances to talk with the writers, directors and actors behind them.

10:30 PM Bungalower pick Nosferatu — The Citadel The Renaissance Theatre · Downtown · From $20 An immersive theater show where a vampire coven gathers ahead of the Great Choosing and a strange threat begins to surface. It suits fans of gothic horror who want theater they can step into.

12:00 AM Visions of the City Rollins Museum of Art · Winter Park A mix of historical and contemporary art asks how artists picture the city, from idealized views to realistic ones. Works span different media, so the show suits anyone curious about urban life in art.

12:00 AM Exhibit | Sculpture on the Lawn 2026 Orange County Administration Center · Downtown Four sculptures picked for the 11th annual season fill the outdoor garden at the Orange County Administration Center. Picked by the county's Public Art Review Board, the works include pieces by Ariana Berman and Cecilia Lueza.

12:00 AM To Imagine a Home Rollins Museum of Art · Winter Park Rollins Museum of Art works by Pepón Osorio, Yinka Shonibare and others explore how a space comes to feel like home. Two new La Vaughn Belle acquisitions join them in dialogue with her installation on the Rollins College campus.

7:00 AM Orlando Outdoor Market Central Florida Fairgrounds Over 300 vendors at the Central Florida Fairgrounds make this a weekend browse with something for nearly everyone. Admission and parking are both free, so it is an easy outing for anyone who likes to hunt for goods.

8:00 AM Turkey Trails Eagles Nest Park · $25.98 A family-friendly race at Eagles Nest Park with 5K, 10K, half marathon, 1 mile and kids' dash options, plus free pie at the finish line. Every pace is welcome, and registration comes with a designer shirt and custom medal.

8:30 AM Lake Killarney Paddle Board Clean Up Lake Killarney @ 430 Killarney Drive A paddleboard outing where you gather litter from Lake Killarney's east shore, organized with Otter Paddle Orlando and Keep Winter Park Beautiful & Sustainable.

9:00 AM Panoramic Light: The Art of Hansen Mulford Crealdé School of Art · Winter Park Hansen Mulford's first solo show is a quiet set of paintings where light and space invite reflection, drawing on nature, memory and mood. The artist spent 40 years as chief curator at the Orlando Museum of Art.

9:00 AM SHEFIX Auto Tire Grand Opening -Free Community Event Auto Service Specials SHEFIX AUTO TIRE · Free A new women-led auto shop in West Orlando opens with free admission, grand opening specials on tires and oil changes, and a free A/C check. Bring the family and meet the team behind it.

9:00 AM Rion's Ocean Room & Gyukatsu Rose Anniversary Events East End Market · Audubon Park · Rion's Bag is free with purchase Japanese food spots at East End Market mark their Small Food Group anniversary with perks, a pop-up, and limited collab merch. Expect 10% off gyukatsu all day and a free tote for the first 50 guests.

9:00 AM Emerge: New Works by 3D & Photography Fellowship and Studio Artists Crealdé School of Art · Winter Park Painting, ceramics, sculpture and photography from Crealdé's fellowship and studio artists, shown in a biennial exhibition of new work. The artists were chosen through a competitive process, and many also contribute to its teaching.

10:00 AM FLORIDIANA: Vintage Treasures & Oddities from the Sunshine State Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village A roughly 50-object show of mid-century Florida souvenirs, from hotel ashtrays to rubber alligators, drawn from curator Gary Monroe's local collection. It suits anyone curious about the kitschy side of the state's tourism past.

10:00 AM Tasanee Durrett: Sacred Vessels: Healing and Memory in the Black Diaspora Hannibal Square Heritage Center · Winter Park Orlando artist Tasanee Durrett blends human figures with botanical forms in mixed-media works on healing, memory and Black diaspora identity. Pointillism and one-line painting turn flora and architecture into symbols of resilience at Hannibal Square Heritage Center.

10:00 AM Golden Roots: the Citrus Legacy of Winter Park Winter Park History Museum · Winter Park A new permanent exhibit at the Winter Park History Museum that shows how the citrus industry shaped the town's people and places. Historic photographs, artifacts and interactive displays make the local past easy to explore.

10:00 AM Hello Sophie!: The Art of Sophie Blackall Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village Twice-honored Caldecott Medal illustrator Sophie Blackall brings her children's books and editorial illustrations to this exhibition, a good pick for picture-book fans.

10:00 AM Self-Guided Maker Activities Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village Hands-on stop motion animation and flip book making at the Orlando Science Center's Hive, from simple flip books to full film projects. Built for ages 8 and up, with a focus on the science behind film-making.

10:00 AM Maker Faire Orlando Central Florida Fairgrounds Engineers, crafters and garage tinkerers of all ages bring their inventions to this weekend fair. Visitors can browse the displays and chat with the people behind them, making it a good outing for families.

10:00 AM Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition Trinity Preparatory School · Winter Park Twenty-five young opera singers compete for a shot at the Met's Grand Finals, and the winners move on to a regional round in Atlanta.

10:00 AM Elegy for the Unseen: The Art of Extinct Species A Special Exhibition at Orlando Science Center’s Fusion Gallery! Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village Artists imagine vanished creatures, from a Neanderthal and a Dire Wolf to a Tyrannosaurus rex, alongside a real 200-million-year-old ammonite fossil. Student work from Pace Brantley Preparatory School is shown beside pieces by established adult artists.

10:00 AM Pressed Flower Art Harry P. Leu Gardens · Audubon Park Create your own artwork from preserved, colorful flowers and leaves at Harry P. Leu Gardens. It is a hands-on pick for anyone who enjoys crafts in a garden setting.

10:00 AM Florida Prize in Contemporary Art 2025 Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · $20 Ten of Florida's most progressive artists, from emerging to mid-career, show visually striking work that explores big ideas about art and culture.

10:00 AM Studio Art Beardall Senior Center · SoDo Hands-on painting with an instructor who teaches several styles, at the Beardall Senior Center in SoDo. Built for older adults who want guided time to explore painting.

10:00 AM Musical War Car Show / Sound Competition Festival Park · Milk District · 13.32 USD - 172.42 USD Car lovers and bass fans can compare show cars against sound-quality battles at this family-friendly day in Festival Park. Expect custom builds, judged audio contests, and trophies across many classes, from motorcycles to show trucks.

10:00 AM Edible Landscaping Mead Botanical Garden · Winter Park · $7.18 Learn to mix fruit, vegetables and herbs into your yard so it looks good and produces food, with tips on sustainable practices from a Master Gardener volunteer.

10:00 AM Tai Chi at Beardall Senior Center Beardall Senior Center · SoDo A beginner-friendly Tai Chi class for adults starting from zero, built around meditation and exercise. Held at Beardall Senior Center in SoDo, it suits anyone who wants a calm, low-pressure start.

10:00 AM History Alive: Florida Lifestyle Orange County Regional History Center · Downtown Hands-on history stations let you shape butter in pioneer molds, play a cattle ranching board game, and try a citrus packing challenge. It suits families and history fans curious about how Florida's farms and groves shaped daily life.

10:00 AM Extreme Sports Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village Hands-on challenges and simulations show the physics, psychology and physiology behind wingsuit flying, parkour, ice climbing and freediving. Expect the rush of big heights, fast speeds and deep water, explained along the way.

10:00 AM Embroidery Guild of America Beardall Senior Center · SoDo Embroidery fans can swap experiences and interests with friends at this gathering for the art of needlework. It suits stitchers who want to talk craft with people who share their hobby.

10:15 AM One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure – Full Dome Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village A full-dome show where Big Bird and Elmo take an imaginary trip to the moon, then visit a Muppet from a Chinese Sesame Street co-production.

10:30 AM Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale Orlando Public Library · Downtown · Free Gently used books, movies, music and games go for half price at this three-day library sale, a low-cost way to stock up on reads and media.

10:30 AM Exhibit - America the Beautiful: Clyde Butcher Photography Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens · Winter Park Clyde Butcher's sweeping landscape photos, from California redwood forests to the Florida Everglades, make up this exhibit. The show marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with images of wild, remote places across the country.

10:30 AM Creative Constellations Storytime Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village Picture books about the bear, the dipper and other night-sky shapes, plus a lesson on rotation and orbit. Held in the KidsTown Studio at the Orlando Science Center, it suits all ages.

10:30 AM Puppet Boot Camp OCLS Horizon West Branch · Free Hands-on puppetry across five sessions, covering rod puppets, shadow puppets and green-screen video work. Attendees make their own puppets and perform with them, and the series ends with a family puppet slam for sharing short acts.

10:30 AM ISAMU NOGUCHI: METAL THE MIRROR Mennello Museum of American Art · Ivanhoe Village Nine reflective galvanized steel sculptures by Isamu Noguchi, dipped in boiling zinc, have surfaces that keep changing over time. The works explore duality through his life as a Japanese American, suiting anyone curious about modern sculpture.

10:30 AM Buddy deal Corduroy Orlando Shakes · Ivanhoe Village A charming stage take on the picture book, following a bear searching for a lost button, with a warm story about friendship and belonging for young children and families.

10:30 AM Animals in Action OCLS Hiawassee Branch · Free A lively presentation that gets you moving as you discover the many ways animals move, then copy their best moves.

10:30 AM OUR COLLECTION: SPIRIT OF THE LANDSCAPE Mennello Museum of American Art · Ivanhoe Village Paintings from the Mennello Museum's own permanent collection trace how artists from John Sloan to Mira Lehr have pictured nature. Newer acquisitions are shown beside early modern works in the Loch Haven Park museum.

11:00 AM Atmospheres of Place Solana Fine Art · Winter Park Two painters pair watercolors and pastels to explore how settings shape the way people feel. Expect soft light, layered color and quiet landscapes that invite you to slow down.

11:00 AM Storytime in the Park Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake Read-aloud stories told under shady trees beside the playground at Bill Frederick Park, led by the park naturalist and library staff. It suits families with small children who like being outdoors.

11:00 AM Musical Wars Sound and Set Show Festival Park · Milk District Car audio battles and custom show cars fill Festival Park over two loud days. Bass fans, car clubs and families can expect judged sound contests, bass demos and trophies.

11:00 AM Open Flight Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village Fighter-jet fans get a hands-on flight challenge, steering a virtual F-35B around obstacles over Hong Kong. A good pick for science center visitors who enjoy simulators and aviation.

11:00 AM 2026 Veterans Day Parade Orlando's 27th yearly procession salutes service members and veterans through Lake Nona. It is a community way for locals to thank the people who served.

11:00 AM Dinosaurs: A Story of Survival – Full Dome Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village A 28-minute dome show at the Orlando Science Center that takes you back to a distant Earth full of giant creatures. Dinosaur fans and families will enjoy the story of how some of them survived.

11:00 AM Heart of the Community Health Fair Eatonville Boys & Girls Club · Winter Park · Free Free hands-only CPR training, a cardiologist talk on heart attack warning signs, and health screenings make this family-friendly fair at the Eatonville Boys & Girls Club worth a morning.

11:00 AM Being Outdoors: Recreation in the American Imagination Rollins Museum of Art · Winter Park Paintings and prints from the 1800s to now show how Americans have pictured fishing, picnicking, skating and travel. Works by Winslow Homer and Jaune Quick-To-See Smith are among those in this Rollins show, timed to America's 250th year.

11:00 AM Introduction to Meditation Workshop Science of Spirituality (SOS) Meditation Center · Downtown · Free Newcomers can try meditation in a welcoming series at Orlando's new SOS center, one block from Lake Eola Park. Everyone is welcome, and the center also offers classes, group activities and vegetarian meals.

11:00 AM Self-Guided Cosmic Experiments Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village Hands-on space experiments under glowing blacklight at Orlando Science Center, with fluorescent chalk showing water flowing against gravity.

11:30 AM Creative Constellations Storytime Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village Picture books about the bear, the dipper and other night-sky shapes, plus a lesson on rotation and orbit. Held in the KidsTown Studio at the Orlando Science Center, it suits all ages.

11:30 AM KABOOM Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village A live chemistry show at the Orlando Science Center where combustion gets explained through colorful, explosive demonstrations. Recommended for kids ages 6 and up.

Sunday, November 8

11:00 AM Featured Orlando Greek Fest 2026 Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church · Admission is FREE this year! A long-running Greek food and dance weekend in Maitland, with gyros, saganaki and pastries served alongside live Greek music and the Hellenic Dancers.

2:00 PM Featured Buddy deal Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors Orlando Shakes · Ivanhoe Village A fast-paced comic spoof of the gothic vampire tale, with five actors playing dozens of roles in quick costume changes. Fans of Mel Brooks and Monty Python will enjoy the wordplay.

10:00 AM Bungalower pick 2026 Fall Fiesta in the Park Lake Eola Park · Thornton Park Local artists, crafters, food vendors and live entertainment fill Lake Eola Park, plus a huge kids' play area. Pets and families are welcome, so the whole household can come along.

11:00 AM Bungalower pick Weekend Drag Brunch at Outpost Outpost Neighborhood Tavern · Thornton Park · $39.99 to $59.99 Orlando's drag talent performs at a brunch on a giant outdoor patio overlooking Lake Eola Park. Bottomless mimosas and bloody marys pair with an entrée and table appetizers, all alongside the show.

12:00 PM Bungalower pick Nicole Devonne | In-Store Author Signing The New Romantics · Audubon Park · $2.00 A chance to meet author Nicole Devonne in person and get your book signed at this Audubon Park store, no ticket needed. Bring up to five books; signed copies of the author's title may also be for sale.

2:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal PlayFest Orlando Shakes · Ivanhoe Village Six new plays get staged readings over two weekends, followed by chances to talk with the writers, directors and actors behind them.

2:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal PlayFest 2026 - TINY EDENS Orlando Shakes · Ivanhoe Village A staged reading of a new play about facing death while living fully, with a talkback where you can speak directly with the playwright.

10:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Lil Indies Hospitality Night Lil' Indies · Mills 50 Lil Indies Hospitality Night brings $5 house daiquiris and 20% off the regular menu, with no cover for adults 21 and up. It's a core part of the Orlando music scene; drinks are just a perk.

Monday, November 9

11:00 AM Bungalower pick A New Blue – Full Dome Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village A planetarium trip through real exoplanet discoveries like K2-18b and Kepler-186f, with a look at how scientists spot distant worlds and the technologies that might someday reach a new Earth.

5:00 PM Bungalower pick Audubon Park Community Market Stardust Video + Coffee · Audubon Park A relaxed outdoor evening of local farm produce, handmade crafts, food trucks and live music in the Stardust parking lot. It suits neighbors who want to shop local, grab dinner and linger outside.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick Hit Marker, Foxhole, Toxic Intent, In Remembrance, Breach Of Peace, Katana Will's Pub · Mills 50 A six-band night of hardcore, metalcore and sludge at Mills 50's Will's Pub, with a crowd that packs the floor for moshing. Best suited to fans of heavy, fast music, and the event is 18 and up.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal The Moss Park Strings Lil' Indies · Mills 50 Acoustic jazz in the style of Django Reinhardt, with swing and French-influenced tunes, on Monday nights at Lil' Indies on Mills Avenue. There is no cover, and guests must be 21 or older.

8:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal $5 Malbec Mondays with DJ Smilin' Dan @TheFalconBar The Falcon Bar · Thornton Park · Free Trip hop and downtempo beats fill this moody late-night lounge, where you can sip Malbec and browse a rotating local art show.

8:00 PM Bungalower pick Dragged From The Grave with Edgar Allan Hoe and Hi Jinkz at Anthem Orlando: Monday 11/9 Anthem Orlando · Downtown · $13 Goth drag with spooky acts and plenty of glamour, hosted by Edgar Allan Hoe and Hi Jinkz with Cariño Payaso. It is a recurring alternative showcase for fans of darker, less glossy drag.

Tuesday, November 10

12:45 PM Bungalower pick The Circle Connects Us - Native American Heritage Month Rollins College · Winter Park Navajo Nation performer Lowery Begay shares stories, music and hoop dancing on Mills Lawn at Rollins College. It suits families and anyone curious about Native American culture.

6:00 PM Bungalower pick Trivia With George Wallace Ivanhoe 1915 · Ivanhoe Village · Free Bar-tab prizes and happy hour pricing make this trivia night at Ivanhoe 1915 a good pick for a weeknight out. Ten percent of sales go to the LGBT+ Center Orlando.

6:30 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Running Punks Lil' Indies · Mills 50 A no-pressure weekly run club for all paces, with a neighborhood route, then post-run food and drinks at the bar.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick Girl of Glass in Orlando Conduit · Ivanhoe Village Heavy deathcore night with three touring bands, built around a fresh debut album. Fans of crushing, breakdown-heavy metal will feel right at home at this Conduit show.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick Girl of Glass, Thus Spoke Zarathustra, and xMercyx Conduit · Ivanhoe Village Old-school deathcore fans will find a heavy three-band night at Conduit, with Houston's Girl of Glass bringing its raw, Myspace-era sound. Expect hard-hitting breakdowns from start to finish.

8:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Open Mic @TheFalconBar The Falcon Bar · Thornton Park · Free A weekly stage in Thornton Park where anyone can sign up and try original music, rap, poetry, spoken word, or comedy. Sets are capped at five minutes for comedians and ten minutes for everyone else.

Wednesday, November 11

2:00 PM Bungalower pick Crochet Cocoon Cardigan Orlando Public Library · Downtown · Free Build a cozy cocoon-style cardigan from simple crochet stitches in two contrasting colors across four guided sessions at the downtown library.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick Bodhi Boys Jazz at Kaya Kaya Orlando · Mills 50 · Free Live jazz from some of Orlando's best musicians under the Bodhi tree, with a curated menu and natural wine. Friends gather in the garden as the evenings cool.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick First To Eleven, Keepsake, Hello Sister Will's Pub · Mills 50 Fresh takes on familiar songs are the draw at this three-band bill, led by an Erie cover band with heavy guitars. Expect pop-punk and rock energy, plus fan-favorite covers and original music, at Will's Pub.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Hard Swingin' Country Soiree with Decker & Dimitrov Lil' Indies · Mills 50 Country tunes fill Lil' Indies on Mills Avenue, with Decker & Dimitrov handling the music. It is No Cover, 21+, which makes it a relaxed midweek night out for country fans.

7:30 PM Bungalower pick Free Drag Bingo at Outpost Outpost Neighborhood Tavern · Thornton Park · Free Comedic drag bingo hosted by Twila Holiday, with queens who perform, dance and hand out prizes like drinks and gift cards. The full dinner menu and big cocktail list make it an easy night out in Thornton Park.

7:30 PM Bungalower pick Spotlight Cabaret at Winter Park Playhouse The Winter Park Playhouse · Winter Park Live piano and song fill this one-hour New York style cabaret, with a professional singer and Playhouse music director Christopher Leavy at the keys.

Thursday, November 12

9:00 AM Bungalower pick Peace Breakfast: An Interfaith and Worldview Gathering Rollins College · Winter Park · Free Free breakfast and guided talk between faith leaders and humanists from across Central Florida, with live music. Guests sit down with Buddhist, Muslim, Jewish, Sikh and other speakers.

6:00 PM Bungalower pick TPD Night Market TPD Circle · Thornton Park Local makers and artists, handpicked for a regular Thursday and Friday market at TPD Circle in Thornton Park. Expect a stroll through handmade goods and original art from Orlando makers.

6:30 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal To Write Love Watch Party: Celebrate 20 Years of the Movement À LA CART · Downtown · Free; RSVPs strongly encouraged A free screening of the short film "To Write Love" looks back on two decades of TWLOHA's mental health work. Founder Jamie Tworkowski, Kevin Lyman and writer Renee Yohe will join the evening.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick Author Chat with Tina Mars The New Romantics · Audubon Park · $34.00 - $36.00 A conversation between romantasy author Tina Mars and H.M. Wolfe, plus Q&A and a signing, for fans of dark slow-burn enemies-to-lovers stories. Attendees must be 18+ and get a copy of the new book.

7:30 PM Bungalower pick Spotlight Cabaret at Winter Park Playhouse The Winter Park Playhouse · Winter Park Live piano and song fill this one-hour New York style cabaret, with a professional singer and Playhouse music director Christopher Leavy at the keys.

8:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Esoteric Ladies' Night @TheFalconBar The Falcon Bar · Thornton Park · Free Tarot readings by Nabnia and a chance to paint your own mini tarot card make this Thornton Park night stand out. Half-price wine and champagne, a rotating display of local art, and a photo booth round out the evening.

Friday, November 13

11:00 AM Bungalower pick THE CURATORIAL LENS: CONVERSATIONS IN THE GALLERY Mennello Museum of American Art · Ivanhoe Village A 30-minute gallery tour of the original Isamu Noguchi exhibition, led by museum staff and guest scholars who bring their expertise to the works. It is a short, low-key way to see art before lunch plans.

6:00 PM Bungalower pick TPD Night Market TPD Circle · Thornton Park Local makers and artists, handpicked for a regular Thursday and Friday market at TPD Circle in Thornton Park. Expect a stroll through handmade goods and original art from Orlando makers.

6:30 PM Bungalower pick Fragrance Making Classes at Tijōn Winter Park Tijōn Winter Park · Winter Park · $99 to $125 Build your own perfume from more than 300 fragrance oils, then name the scent you take home. The adults-only evening session suits date nights and girls' nights out.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick Deke Dickerson and the Whippersnappers with Rocket 88 Will's Pub · Mills 50 Rockabilly and western swing fans get a veteran roots guitarist backed by a young Los Angeles band. Expect honky tonk, rock and roll and country tunes, with a bill that also features Rocket 88.

7:30 PM Bungalower pick Boston Six with the Bach Festival Chamber Choir Tiedtke Concert Hall · Winter Park A choral evening devoted to American composers from the late 1800s, including Amy Beach and Edward MacDowell, sung by the Bach Festival Chamber Choir. Expect melodic pieces that show how early American composers found their own voice.

8:00 PM Bungalower pick Daniela Soledade and the Nate Najar Trio Present “The Girl From Ipanema” Blue Bamboo Center for the Arts · Winter Park Brazilian singer Daniela Soledade and her band bring a brand new show of classic Bossa Nova to the Blue Bamboo Center for the Arts.

Saturday, November 14

8:30 AM Bungalower pick Breakfast with Santa Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · $199.26 to $492.70 A festive family breakfast with a photo with Santa, plus crafts, games, face painting and balloon artists at the Orlando Museum of Art. Early access to the Festival of Trees is included with your ticket.

9:00 AM Bungalower pick GROWvember Fall Fest & Plant Sale at Mead Garden Mead Botanical Garden · Winter Park · Free Mead Botanical Garden's annual plant sale offers a wide range of plants, from native pollinator plants to orchids. Live music, food trucks, kids' activities and a beer garden make it an easy outing for families.

9:00 AM Bungalower pick The Orlando Pottery Festival Florida National Guard Armory · Mills 50 · Free Over 60 local ceramic artists, from professional potters to students, sell their work under one indoor roof at a range of prices. Free admission and parking make it an easy, family-friendly outing.

10:00 AM Bungalower pick Festival of Trees - Forty Seasons of Joy Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · $17.85 to $26.38 More than 50 designer-decorated trees, gingerbread creations and wreaths fill the museum for a family holiday outing. Visitors can shop the Holiday Boutique, stroll down Santa Claus Lane, catch live entertainment and eat at the Festival Café.

11:00 AM Bungalower pick Ava Tenney | In-Store Author Signing The New Romantics · Audubon Park · $2.00 Indie author signings all day at The New Romantics, with discounts on indie titles and signed books. Ava Tenney opens a lineup of four indie authors, ideal for readers who like meeting the people behind the books.

1:00 PM Bungalower pick Ila Sikorski | In-Store Author Signing The New Romantics · Audubon Park · $2.00 A full day of indie author signings at this Audubon Park bookshop, with Ila Sikorski signing during her own two-hour slot. Shoppers can also get 20% off indie titles and buy-one-get-one bookmarks.

Sunday, November 15

8:30 AM Bungalower pick Breakfast with Santa Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · $199.26 to $492.70 A festive family breakfast with a photo with Santa, plus crafts, games, face painting and balloon artists at the Orlando Museum of Art. Early access to the Festival of Trees is included with your ticket.

9:00 AM Bungalower pick GROWvember Fall Fest & Plant Sale at Mead Garden Mead Botanical Garden · Winter Park · Free Mead Botanical Garden's annual plant sale offers a wide range of plants, from native pollinator plants to orchids. Live music, food trucks, kids' activities and a beer garden make it an easy outing for families.

10:00 AM Bungalower pick Festival of Trees - Forty Seasons of Joy Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · $17.85 to $26.38 More than 50 designer-decorated trees, gingerbread creations and wreaths fill the museum for a family holiday outing. Visitors can shop the Holiday Boutique, stroll down Santa Claus Lane, catch live entertainment and eat at the Festival Café.

10:00 AM Bungalower pick Florida Coffee Festival Festival Park · Milk District A statewide celebration of coffee where vendors, artists and industry pros gather to taste, talk and learn. It suits anyone who loves coffee, from casual drinkers to people in the trade.

10:00 AM Bungalower pick The Orlando Pottery Festival Florida National Guard Armory · Mills 50 · Free Over 60 local ceramic artists, from professional potters to students, sell their work under one indoor roof at a range of prices. Free admission and parking make it an easy, family-friendly outing.

11:00 AM Bungalower pick Weekend Drag Brunch at Outpost Outpost Neighborhood Tavern · Thornton Park · $39.99 to $59.99 Orlando's drag talent performs at a brunch on a giant outdoor patio overlooking Lake Eola Park. Bottomless mimosas and bloody marys pair with an entrée and table appetizers, all alongside the show.

Monday, November 16

10:00 AM Bungalower pick Forty Seasons of Joy - General Admission Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · 17.85 USD - 26.38 USD Fifty-plus designer-decorated trees fill the Orlando Museum of Art for a family-friendly start to the holidays. Expect gingerbread creations, wreaths, live entertainment and a stroll along Santa Claus Lane.

10:00 AM Bungalower pick Festival of Trees - Forty Seasons of Joy Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · $17.85 to $26.38 More than 50 designer-decorated trees, gingerbread creations and wreaths fill the museum for a family holiday outing. Visitors can shop the Holiday Boutique, stroll down Santa Claus Lane, catch live entertainment and eat at the Festival Café.

5:00 PM Bungalower pick Audubon Park Community Market Stardust Video + Coffee · Audubon Park A relaxed outdoor evening of local farm produce, handmade crafts, food trucks and live music in the Stardust parking lot. It suits neighbors who want to shop local, grab dinner and linger outside.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal The Moss Park Strings Lil' Indies · Mills 50 Acoustic jazz in the style of Django Reinhardt, with swing and French-influenced tunes, on Monday nights at Lil' Indies on Mills Avenue. There is no cover, and guests must be 21 or older.

8:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal $5 Malbec Mondays with DJ Smilin' Dan @TheFalconBar The Falcon Bar · Thornton Park · Free Trip hop and downtempo beats fill this moody late-night lounge, where you can sip Malbec and browse a rotating local art show.

Tuesday, November 17

10:00 AM Bungalower pick Festival of Trees - Forty Seasons of Joy Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · $17.85 to $26.38 More than 50 designer-decorated trees, gingerbread creations and wreaths fill the museum for a family holiday outing. Visitors can shop the Holiday Boutique, stroll down Santa Claus Lane, catch live entertainment and eat at the Festival Café.

10:00 AM Bungalower pick Forty Seasons of Joy - General Admission Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · 17.85 USD - 26.38 USD Fifty-plus designer-decorated trees fill the Orlando Museum of Art for a family-friendly start to the holidays. Expect gingerbread creations, wreaths, live entertainment and a stroll along Santa Claus Lane.

6:00 PM Bungalower pick Trivia With George Wallace Ivanhoe 1915 · Ivanhoe Village · Free Bar-tab prizes and happy hour pricing make this trivia night at Ivanhoe 1915 a good pick for a weeknight out. Ten percent of sales go to the LGBT+ Center Orlando.

6:30 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Running Punks Lil' Indies · Mills 50 A no-pressure weekly run club for all paces, with a neighborhood route, then post-run food and drinks at the bar.

8:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Open Mic @TheFalconBar The Falcon Bar · Thornton Park · Free A weekly stage in Thornton Park where anyone can sign up and try original music, rap, poetry, spoken word, or comedy. Sets are capped at five minutes for comedians and ten minutes for everyone else.

9:30 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Indie 900 Jam Lil' Indies · Mills 50 Local musicians sit in with the house band at this free weekly night, improvising or playing covers on a full backline. It suits music fans and players who want a loose, late-night session in Mills 50.

Wednesday, November 18

10:00 AM Bungalower pick Forty Seasons of Joy - General Admission Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · 17.85 USD - 26.38 USD Fifty-plus designer-decorated trees fill the Orlando Museum of Art for a family-friendly start to the holidays. Expect gingerbread creations, wreaths, live entertainment and a stroll along Santa Claus Lane.

10:00 AM Bungalower pick Festival of Trees - Forty Seasons of Joy Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · $17.85 to $26.38 More than 50 designer-decorated trees, gingerbread creations and wreaths fill the museum for a family holiday outing. Visitors can shop the Holiday Boutique, stroll down Santa Claus Lane, catch live entertainment and eat at the Festival Café.

2:00 PM Bungalower pick Crochet Cocoon Cardigan Orlando Public Library · Downtown · Free Build a cozy cocoon-style cardigan from simple crochet stitches in two contrasting colors across four guided sessions at the downtown library.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Hard Swingin' Country Soiree with Decker & Dimitrov Lil' Indies · Mills 50 Country tunes fill Lil' Indies on Mills Avenue, with Decker & Dimitrov handling the music. It is No Cover, 21+, which makes it a relaxed midweek night out for country fans.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick Bodhi Boys Jazz at Kaya Kaya Orlando · Mills 50 · Free Live jazz from some of Orlando's best musicians under the Bodhi tree, with a curated menu and natural wine. Friends gather in the garden as the evenings cool.

7:30 PM Bungalower pick Free Drag Bingo at Outpost Outpost Neighborhood Tavern · Thornton Park · Free Comedic drag bingo hosted by Twila Holiday, with queens who perform, dance and hand out prizes like drinks and gift cards. The full dinner menu and big cocktail list make it an easy night out in Thornton Park.

Thursday, November 19

10:00 AM Bungalower pick Festival of Trees - Forty Seasons of Joy Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · $17.85 to $26.38 More than 50 designer-decorated trees, gingerbread creations and wreaths fill the museum for a family holiday outing. Visitors can shop the Holiday Boutique, stroll down Santa Claus Lane, catch live entertainment and eat at the Festival Café.

10:00 AM Bungalower pick Forty Seasons of Joy - General Admission Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · 17.85 USD - 26.38 USD Fifty-plus designer-decorated trees fill the Orlando Museum of Art for a family-friendly start to the holidays. Expect gingerbread creations, wreaths, live entertainment and a stroll along Santa Claus Lane.

6:00 PM Bungalower pick TPD Night Market TPD Circle · Thornton Park Local makers and artists, handpicked for a regular Thursday and Friday market at TPD Circle in Thornton Park. Expect a stroll through handmade goods and original art from Orlando makers.

6:30 PM Bungalower pick OUT Sports League Orlando Run Club Outpost Neighborhood Taven · Thornton Park · Free A weekly run club open to everyone, with runners, joggers, walkers and social folks all welcome at Outpost on Lake Eola. Expect a water station, a group photo, pet-friendly patio seating and post-run drink specials.

8:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Esoteric Ladies' Night @TheFalconBar The Falcon Bar · Thornton Park · Free Tarot readings by Nabnia and a chance to paint your own mini tarot card make this Thornton Park night stand out. Half-price wine and champagne, a rotating display of local art, and a photo booth round out the evening.

8:30 PM Bungalower pick Latin Night Salsa Class at Anthem Anthem Orlando · Downtown · Free Beginner-friendly dance lesson covering salsa, bachata, rumba and cha cha, with no partner needed and a social, upbeat, welcoming atmosphere. Open to ages 21 and up, it suits anyone who wants to learn new moves and meet people.

Friday, November 20

10:00 AM Bungalower pick The Wild Path: Connecting the Florida We Don’t See Photographs by Carlton Ward Jr. Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village Conservation photographer Carlton Ward Jr. shows wild Florida through images tied to protecting the Florida panther and its habitat. It suits anyone curious about the state's wild places and the people who work to keep them intact.

10:00 AM Bungalower pick Forty Seasons of Joy - General Admission Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · 17.85 USD - 26.38 USD Fifty-plus designer-decorated trees fill the Orlando Museum of Art for a family-friendly start to the holidays. Expect gingerbread creations, wreaths, live entertainment and a stroll along Santa Claus Lane.

10:00 AM Bungalower pick Festival of Trees - Forty Seasons of Joy Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · $17.85 to $26.38 More than 50 designer-decorated trees, gingerbread creations and wreaths fill the museum for a family holiday outing. Visitors can shop the Holiday Boutique, stroll down Santa Claus Lane, catch live entertainment and eat at the Festival Café.

6:00 PM Bungalower pick TPD Night Market TPD Circle · Thornton Park Local makers and artists, handpicked for a regular Thursday and Friday market at TPD Circle in Thornton Park. Expect a stroll through handmade goods and original art from Orlando makers.

6:30 PM Bungalower pick Fragrance Making Classes at Tijōn Winter Park Tijōn Winter Park · Winter Park · $99 to $125 Build your own perfume from more than 300 fragrance oils, then name the scent you take home. The adults-only evening session suits date nights and girls' nights out.

9:00 PM Bungalower pick Mama's Comedy Show - Adult Improv Ten10 Brewing Co. · Mills 50 · $15, 18+, 65 seats An R-rated improv show built from audience suggestions, in the style of Whose Line, held at a brewery for adults 18 and up.

Saturday, November 21

8:30 AM Bungalower pick Breakfast with Santa Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · $199.26 to $492.70 A festive family breakfast with a photo with Santa, plus crafts, games, face painting and balloon artists at the Orlando Museum of Art. Early access to the Festival of Trees is included with your ticket.

10:00 AM Bungalower pick Forty Seasons of Joy - General Admission Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · 17.85 USD - 26.38 USD Fifty-plus designer-decorated trees fill the Orlando Museum of Art for a family-friendly start to the holidays. Expect gingerbread creations, wreaths, live entertainment and a stroll along Santa Claus Lane.

10:00 AM Bungalower pick Festival of Trees - Forty Seasons of Joy Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · $17.85 to $26.38 More than 50 designer-decorated trees, gingerbread creations and wreaths fill the museum for a family holiday outing. Visitors can shop the Holiday Boutique, stroll down Santa Claus Lane, catch live entertainment and eat at the Festival Café.

10:30 AM Bungalower pick Tai Chi in the Garden Mead Botanical Garden · Winter Park · Varies Slow, gentle tai chi among the plants at Mead Botanical Garden, led by instructor Sifu Tony Garcia. Expect a low-impact mix of slow movement, meditation and deep breathing, and bring your own water.

11:00 AM Bungalower pick Weekend Drag Brunch at Outpost Outpost Neighborhood Tavern · Thornton Park · $39.99 to $59.99 Orlando's drag talent performs at a brunch on a giant outdoor patio overlooking Lake Eola Park. Bottomless mimosas and bloody marys pair with an entrée and table appetizers, all alongside the show.

6:30 PM Bungalower pick Fragrance Making Classes at Tijōn Winter Park Tijōn Winter Park · Winter Park · $99 to $125 Build your own perfume from more than 300 fragrance oils, then name the scent you take home. The adults-only evening session suits date nights and girls' nights out.

Sunday, November 22

10:00 AM Bungalower pick Orlando Farmers Market Lake Eola Park · Thornton Park Sunday vendors, live entertainment and outdoor dining fill Lake Eola Park, with themed days that welcome families and pets.

10:00 AM Bungalower pick Festival of Trees - Forty Seasons of Joy Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · $17.85 to $26.38 More than 50 designer-decorated trees, gingerbread creations and wreaths fill the museum for a family holiday outing. Visitors can shop the Holiday Boutique, stroll down Santa Claus Lane, catch live entertainment and eat at the Festival Café.

10:00 AM Bungalower pick Forty Seasons of Joy - General Admission Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · 17.85 USD - 26.38 USD Fifty-plus designer-decorated trees fill the Orlando Museum of Art for a family-friendly start to the holidays. Expect gingerbread creations, wreaths, live entertainment and a stroll along Santa Claus Lane.

11:00 AM Bungalower pick Weekend Drag Brunch at Outpost Outpost Neighborhood Tavern · Thornton Park · $39.99 to $59.99 Orlando's drag talent performs at a brunch on a giant outdoor patio overlooking Lake Eola Park. Bottomless mimosas and bloody marys pair with an entrée and table appetizers, all alongside the show.

2:00 PM Bungalower pick A Paper Map Christmas Carol PaperMap Theater · $30 A warm, funny Dickens reimagining set at a snowy 1977 Christmas, where a family makes the story from chairs, blankets, and old records. Ghosts and carols, but far from gloomy.

10:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Lil Indies Hospitality Night Lil' Indies · Mills 50 Lil Indies Hospitality Night brings $5 house daiquiris and 20% off the regular menu, with no cover for adults 21 and up. It's a core part of the Orlando music scene; drinks are just a perk.

Monday, November 23

5:00 PM Bungalower pick Audubon Park Community Market Stardust Video + Coffee · Audubon Park A relaxed outdoor evening of local farm produce, handmade crafts, food trucks and live music in the Stardust parking lot. It suits neighbors who want to shop local, grab dinner and linger outside.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal The Moss Park Strings Lil' Indies · Mills 50 Acoustic jazz in the style of Django Reinhardt, with swing and French-influenced tunes, on Monday nights at Lil' Indies on Mills Avenue. There is no cover, and guests must be 21 or older.

8:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal $5 Malbec Mondays with DJ Smilin' Dan @TheFalconBar The Falcon Bar · Thornton Park · Free Trip hop and downtempo beats fill this moody late-night lounge, where you can sip Malbec and browse a rotating local art show.

Tuesday, November 24

6:00 PM Bungalower pick Trivia With George Wallace Ivanhoe 1915 · Ivanhoe Village · Free Bar-tab prizes and happy hour pricing make this trivia night at Ivanhoe 1915 a good pick for a weeknight out. Ten percent of sales go to the LGBT+ Center Orlando.

6:30 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Running Punks Lil' Indies · Mills 50 A no-pressure weekly run club for all paces, with a neighborhood route, then post-run food and drinks at the bar.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick Trivia Hourglass Brewing · Curry Ford West · Free Weekly quiz nights in a former church building, with 42 rotating beers on tap. A relaxed night for locals who like friendly competition over a pint.

8:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Open Mic @TheFalconBar The Falcon Bar · Thornton Park · Free A weekly stage in Thornton Park where anyone can sign up and try original music, rap, poetry, spoken word, or comedy. Sets are capped at five minutes for comedians and ten minutes for everyone else.

9:30 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Indie 900 Jam Lil' Indies · Mills 50 Local musicians sit in with the house band at this free weekly night, improvising or playing covers on a full backline. It suits music fans and players who want a loose, late-night session in Mills 50.

Wednesday, November 25

2:00 PM Bungalower pick Crochet Cocoon Cardigan Orlando Public Library · Downtown · Free Build a cozy cocoon-style cardigan from simple crochet stitches in two contrasting colors across four guided sessions at the downtown library.

6:00 PM Bungalower pick Yoga in the Garden – Wednesdays Mead Botanical Garden · Winter Park · $15 Outdoor yoga in the midst of Mead Botanical Garden, a chance to slow down and connect with nature. Bring your own mat and water, and the class moves to the Discovery Barn if the weather turns.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick Bodhi Boys Jazz at Kaya Kaya Orlando · Mills 50 · Free Live jazz from some of Orlando's best musicians under the Bodhi tree, with a curated menu and natural wine. Friends gather in the garden as the evenings cool.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Hard Swingin' Country Soiree with Decker & Dimitrov Lil' Indies · Mills 50 Country tunes fill Lil' Indies on Mills Avenue, with Decker & Dimitrov handling the music. It is No Cover, 21+, which makes it a relaxed midweek night out for country fans.

7:30 PM Bungalower pick Free Drag Bingo at Outpost Outpost Neighborhood Tavern · Thornton Park · Free Comedic drag bingo hosted by Twila Holiday, with queens who perform, dance and hand out prizes like drinks and gift cards. The full dinner menu and big cocktail list make it an easy night out in Thornton Park.

Thursday, November 26

6:00 PM Bungalower pick TPD Night Market TPD Circle · Thornton Park Local makers and artists, handpicked for a regular Thursday and Friday market at TPD Circle in Thornton Park. Expect a stroll through handmade goods and original art from Orlando makers.

6:30 PM Bungalower pick OUT Sports League Orlando Run Club Outpost Neighborhood Taven · Thornton Park · Free A weekly run club open to everyone, with runners, joggers, walkers and social folks all welcome at Outpost on Lake Eola. Expect a water station, a group photo, pet-friendly patio seating and post-run drink specials.

8:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Esoteric Ladies' Night @TheFalconBar The Falcon Bar · Thornton Park · Free Tarot readings by Nabnia and a chance to paint your own mini tarot card make this Thornton Park night stand out. Half-price wine and champagne, a rotating display of local art, and a photo booth round out the evening.

8:30 PM Bungalower pick Latin Night Salsa Class at Anthem Anthem Orlando · Downtown · Free Beginner-friendly dance lesson covering salsa, bachata, rumba and cha cha, with no partner needed and a social, upbeat, welcoming atmosphere. Open to ages 21 and up, it suits anyone who wants to learn new moves and meet people.

Friday, November 27

10:00 AM Bungalower pick The Wild Path: Connecting the Florida We Don’t See Photographs by Carlton Ward Jr. Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village Conservation photographer Carlton Ward Jr. shows wild Florida through images tied to protecting the Florida panther and its habitat. It suits anyone curious about the state's wild places and the people who work to keep them intact.

6:00 PM Bungalower pick TPD Night Market TPD Circle · Thornton Park Local makers and artists, handpicked for a regular Thursday and Friday market at TPD Circle in Thornton Park. Expect a stroll through handmade goods and original art from Orlando makers.

6:30 PM Bungalower pick Fragrance Making Classes at Tijōn Winter Park Tijōn Winter Park · Winter Park · $99 to $125 Build your own perfume from more than 300 fragrance oils, then name the scent you take home. The adults-only evening session suits date nights and girls' nights out.

9:00 PM Bungalower pick Mama's Comedy Show - Adult Improv Ten10 Brewing Co. · Mills 50 · $15, 18+, 65 seats An R-rated improv show built from audience suggestions, in the style of Whose Line, held at a brewery for adults 18 and up.

Saturday, November 28

10:30 AM Bungalower pick Tai Chi in the Garden Mead Botanical Garden · Winter Park · Varies Slow, gentle tai chi among the plants at Mead Botanical Garden, led by instructor Sifu Tony Garcia. Expect a low-impact mix of slow movement, meditation and deep breathing, and bring your own water.

11:00 AM Bungalower pick Weekend Drag Brunch at Outpost Outpost Neighborhood Tavern · Thornton Park · $39.99 to $59.99 Orlando's drag talent performs at a brunch on a giant outdoor patio overlooking Lake Eola Park. Bottomless mimosas and bloody marys pair with an entrée and table appetizers, all alongside the show.

6:30 PM Bungalower pick Fragrance Making Classes at Tijōn Winter Park Tijōn Winter Park · Winter Park · $99 to $125 Build your own perfume from more than 300 fragrance oils, then name the scent you take home. The adults-only evening session suits date nights and girls' nights out.

Sunday, November 29

10:00 AM Bungalower pick Orlando Farmers Market Lake Eola Park · Thornton Park Sunday vendors, live entertainment and outdoor dining fill Lake Eola Park, with themed days that welcome families and pets.

11:00 AM Bungalower pick Weekend Drag Brunch at Outpost Outpost Neighborhood Tavern · Thornton Park · $39.99 to $59.99 Orlando's drag talent performs at a brunch on a giant outdoor patio overlooking Lake Eola Park. Bottomless mimosas and bloody marys pair with an entrée and table appetizers, all alongside the show.

1:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Ivanhoe Village Farmers Market Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company · Ivanhoe Village A neighborhood farmers market set at the Ivanhoe Park Brewing taproom, with covered outdoor seating for an easygoing outing.

10:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Lil Indies Hospitality Night Lil' Indies · Mills 50 Lil Indies Hospitality Night brings $5 house daiquiris and 20% off the regular menu, with no cover for adults 21 and up. It's a core part of the Orlando music scene; drinks are just a perk.

Monday, November 30

11:00 AM Bungalower pick A New Blue – Full Dome Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village A planetarium trip through real exoplanet discoveries like K2-18b and Kepler-186f, with a look at how scientists spot distant worlds and the technologies that might someday reach a new Earth.

5:00 PM Bungalower pick Audubon Park Community Market Stardust Video + Coffee · Audubon Park A relaxed outdoor evening of local farm produce, handmade crafts, food trucks and live music in the Stardust parking lot. It suits neighbors who want to shop local, grab dinner and linger outside.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal The Moss Park Strings Lil' Indies · Mills 50 Acoustic jazz in the style of Django Reinhardt, with swing and French-influenced tunes, on Monday nights at Lil' Indies on Mills Avenue. There is no cover, and guests must be 21 or older.

8:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal $5 Malbec Mondays with DJ Smilin' Dan @TheFalconBar The Falcon Bar · Thornton Park · Free Trip hop and downtempo beats fill this moody late-night lounge, where you can sip Malbec and browse a rotating local art show.

Tuesday, December 1

6:00 PM Bungalower pick Trivia With George Wallace Ivanhoe 1915 · Ivanhoe Village · Free Bar-tab prizes and happy hour pricing make this trivia night at Ivanhoe 1915 a good pick for a weeknight out. Ten percent of sales go to the LGBT+ Center Orlando.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick Trivia Hourglass Brewing · Curry Ford West · Free Weekly quiz nights in a former church building, with 42 rotating beers on tap. A relaxed night for locals who like friendly competition over a pint.

8:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Open Mic @TheFalconBar The Falcon Bar · Thornton Park · Free A weekly stage in Thornton Park where anyone can sign up and try original music, rap, poetry, spoken word, or comedy. Sets are capped at five minutes for comedians and ten minutes for everyone else.

Wednesday, December 2

6:00 PM Bungalower pick Happy Hour Tours at The Alfond Inn presented by Rollins Museum of Art The Alfond Inn · Winter Park A free 60-minute guided tour of contemporary works from the Rollins Museum's Alfond Collection, displayed throughout a Winter Park hotel, with drinks for sale before and after.

6:00 PM Bungalower pick Yoga in the Garden – Wednesdays Mead Botanical Garden · Winter Park · $15 Outdoor yoga in the midst of Mead Botanical Garden, a chance to slow down and connect with nature. Bring your own mat and water, and the class moves to the Discovery Barn if the weather turns.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick Bodhi Boys Jazz at Kaya Kaya Orlando · Mills 50 · Free Live jazz from some of Orlando's best musicians under the Bodhi tree, with a curated menu and natural wine. Friends gather in the garden as the evenings cool.

7:30 PM Bungalower pick Free Drag Bingo at Outpost Outpost Neighborhood Tavern · Thornton Park · Free Comedic drag bingo hosted by Twila Holiday, with queens who perform, dance and hand out prizes like drinks and gift cards. The full dinner menu and big cocktail list make it an easy night out in Thornton Park.

Thursday, December 3

6:00 PM Bungalower pick TPD Night Market TPD Circle · Thornton Park Local makers and artists, handpicked for a regular Thursday and Friday market at TPD Circle in Thornton Park. Expect a stroll through handmade goods and original art from Orlando makers.

6:30 PM Bungalower pick OUT Sports League Orlando Run Club Outpost Neighborhood Taven · Thornton Park · Free A weekly run club open to everyone, with runners, joggers, walkers and social folks all welcome at Outpost on Lake Eola. Expect a water station, a group photo, pet-friendly patio seating and post-run drink specials.

8:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Esoteric Ladies' Night @TheFalconBar The Falcon Bar · Thornton Park · Free Tarot readings by Nabnia and a chance to paint your own mini tarot card make this Thornton Park night stand out. Half-price wine and champagne, a rotating display of local art, and a photo booth round out the evening.

8:30 PM Bungalower pick Latin Night Salsa Class at Anthem Anthem Orlando · Downtown · Free Beginner-friendly dance lesson covering salsa, bachata, rumba and cha cha, with no partner needed and a social, upbeat, welcoming atmosphere. Open to ages 21 and up, it suits anyone who wants to learn new moves and meet people.

Friday, December 4

9:30 AM Bungalower pick Downtown Historic District Architectural Walking Tour Discover Downtown - the Downtown Orlando Info Center · Downtown Walk the historic blocks of downtown with a guide and see the older buildings up close. It suits locals curious about the architecture and history of Orlando's core.

10:00 AM Bungalower pick The Wild Path: Connecting the Florida We Don’t See Photographs by Carlton Ward Jr. Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village Conservation photographer Carlton Ward Jr. shows wild Florida through images tied to protecting the Florida panther and its habitat. It suits anyone curious about the state's wild places and the people who work to keep them intact.

6:00 PM Bungalower pick TPD Night Market TPD Circle · Thornton Park Local makers and artists, handpicked for a regular Thursday and Friday market at TPD Circle in Thornton Park. Expect a stroll through handmade goods and original art from Orlando makers.

6:30 PM Bungalower pick Fragrance Making Classes at Tijōn Winter Park Tijōn Winter Park · Winter Park · $99 to $125 Build your own perfume from more than 300 fragrance oils, then name the scent you take home. The adults-only evening session suits date nights and girls' nights out.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick A Paper Map Christmas Carol PaperMap Theater · $30 A warm, funny Dickens reimagining set at a snowy 1977 Christmas, where a family makes the story from chairs, blankets, and old records. Ghosts and carols, but far from gloomy.

9:00 PM Bungalower pick Mama's Comedy Show - Adult Improv Ten10 Brewing Co. · Mills 50 · $15, 18+, 65 seats An R-rated improv show built from audience suggestions, in the style of Whose Line, held at a brewery for adults 18 and up.

Saturday, December 5

10:30 AM Bungalower pick Tai Chi in the Garden Mead Botanical Garden · Winter Park · Varies Slow, gentle tai chi among the plants at Mead Botanical Garden, led by instructor Sifu Tony Garcia. Expect a low-impact mix of slow movement, meditation and deep breathing, and bring your own water.

11:00 AM Bungalower pick Weekend Drag Brunch at Outpost Outpost Neighborhood Tavern · Thornton Park · $39.99 to $59.99 Orlando's drag talent performs at a brunch on a giant outdoor patio overlooking Lake Eola Park. Bottomless mimosas and bloody marys pair with an entrée and table appetizers, all alongside the show.

6:30 PM Bungalower pick Fragrance Making Classes at Tijōn Winter Park Tijōn Winter Park · Winter Park · $99 to $125 Build your own perfume from more than 300 fragrance oils, then name the scent you take home. The adults-only evening session suits date nights and girls' nights out.

7:00 PM Bungalower pick A Paper Map Christmas Carol PaperMap Theater · $30 A warm, funny Dickens reimagining set at a snowy 1977 Christmas, where a family makes the story from chairs, blankets, and old records. Ghosts and carols, but far from gloomy.

Sunday, December 6

10:00 AM Bungalower pick Orlando Farmers Market Lake Eola Park · Thornton Park Sunday vendors, live entertainment and outdoor dining fill Lake Eola Park, with themed days that welcome families and pets.

11:00 AM Bungalower pick Weekend Drag Brunch at Outpost Outpost Neighborhood Tavern · Thornton Park · $39.99 to $59.99 Orlando's drag talent performs at a brunch on a giant outdoor patio overlooking Lake Eola Park. Bottomless mimosas and bloody marys pair with an entrée and table appetizers, all alongside the show.

1:00 PM Bungalower pick Buddy deal Ivanhoe Village Farmers Market Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company · Ivanhoe Village A neighborhood farmers market set at the Ivanhoe Park Brewing taproom, with covered outdoor seating for an easygoing outing.

2:00 PM Bungalower pick A Paper Map Christmas Carol PaperMap Theater · $30 A warm, funny Dickens reimagining set at a snowy 1977 Christmas, where a family makes the story from chairs, blankets, and old records. Ghosts and carols, but far from gloomy.

Monday, December 7

12:00 AM Exhibit | Sculpture on the Lawn 2026 Orange County Administration Center · Downtown Four sculptures picked for the 11th annual season fill the outdoor garden at the Orange County Administration Center. Picked by the county's Public Art Review Board, the works include pieces by Ariana Berman and Cecilia Lueza.