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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. Bungalower pick TPD Night Market Thornton Park District · Downtown 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. 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. Bungalower pick Have Gun, Will Travel with Micah Schnabel, Vanessa Jean Speckman, and host Larry Fulford Will's Pub · Mills 50 Florida alt-rock music with two special guests and a comedy host, all in the dive-bar setting of Will's Pub on Mills 50. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. Exhibition | "Color, Form, and Space" the works of Dorothy M. Gillespie | Art in the Chambers Orange County Administration Center · Downtown Vibrant, expressive sculptures and paintings by Dorothy Gillespie, a significant figure in the women's art movement, are on view in the Chambers Gallery at the Orange County Administration Center. Exhibition | "Tomorrow Comes: A Journey of Strength" | Art in the Atrium Orange County Administration Center · Downtown Works by artists who have faced a cancer diagnosis, made through Orlando Health's Arts in Medicine program, celebrate resilience and self-expression. The exhibit is on view in the Orange County Administration Center. All Day Senior Program at L. Claudia Allen L. Claudia Allen Senior Center Orlando's L. Claudia Allen Senior Center offers a full day for older adults, with activities like bingo, tai chi, water aerobics and game nights. Exhibition “Dream Doodle Cosmology” by Grey W. Sturgill Orange County Multicultural Center Freehand doodles by Grey Sturgill fill the Multicultural Art Gallery, and each drawing is open to whatever the viewer sees in it. Her practice also spans etching, printmaking and yarn work. Seniors First at Claudia Allen L. Claudia Allen Senior Center Older adults can enjoy a nutritious meal, gentle exercise, and games in a welcoming setting at the L. Claudia Allen Senior Center. It is an easy way to meet people and stay connected. 2026 Selected Fine Arts Faculty Exhibition Valencia College East Campus Work by Valencia College's fine arts faculty fills the Anita S. Wooten Gallery in a mix of contemporary media, with live music and light bites at the opening reception. Points of Impact by Jefrë Orlando City Hall, Terrace Gallery · Downtown Orlando-based artist JEFRË's large sculptures and their changing meanings are the focus of this show at City Hall's Terrace Gallery. It suits anyone curious about how a sculpture changes once a neighborhood starts using it. Gentle Be Moved (Thursday) Beardall Senior Center · SoDo An Orlando Ballet instructor leads this class of slow, graceful movements meant to leave you feeling restored and refreshed. It is a gentle way to move in a SoDo setting. Valencia Celebrates Veterans for Peace featuring Artist Mark Grunge and the Student Veteran Art Show 1800 S. Kirkman Rd An art exhibition pairing artist Mark Grunge with Valencia College student veterans, exploring identity, memory and sacrifice through visual storytelling. It is free and open to the public, with a reception on opening night. 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. 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. 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. 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. Line Dance (Wednesday/Thursday) Beardall Senior Center · SoDo A midweek chance to learn line dancing or build on the skills you already have, with other friends at the Beardall Senior Center in SoDo. The House That Freedoms Built Rollins Museum of Art · Winter Park Three white outdoor houses on the Rollins College campus echo 18th-century homes linked to formerly enslaved builders on St. Croix. Artist La Vaughn Belle's piece asks visitors to consider what home, belonging and freedom mean. FanART-Appropriation and Affection 601 W Livingston St An exhibition in downtown Orlando where artists reimagine familiar pop culture icons and shared imagery, with work from students, faculty and staff across all campuses. 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. Classic Books The University Club of Winter Park · Winter Park A book club where attendees choose eclectic classics in every genre, then discuss them together. This month's pick is J.D. Salinger's Fanny and Zooey, and the group talks through it together. 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. Sewing and Crochet at Claudia Allen L. Claudia Allen Senior Center A friendly, volunteer-supported circle where stitchers trade yarn and fabric projects and enjoy good company at the L. Claudia Allen Senior Center. Water Aerobics for Claudia Allen Seniors Dr. James R. Smith Neighborhood Center · West Lakes A low-impact water workout that is easy on the joints while building flexibility, endurance and strength. Aimed at participants of the L. Claudia Allen Senior Center, held at the Smith Center. Arts and Crafts Hangout Beardall Senior Center · SoDo Bring your own project to this relaxed making session, where the only goal is fun and good company. Well suited to locals who want a low-key way to make something with friends. Hand and Foot Card Game at Beardall Beardall Senior Center · SoDo A tactical card game that rewards planning ahead, with a chance to make new friends at Beardall in SoDo. 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. 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. Red Hats Beardall Senior Center · SoDo A women's social gathering where the company is the main draw, at the Beardall Senior Center in SoDo. Expect friendly conversation and a lively, welcoming crowd of local women. 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. Morning Meadows Toddler Time Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village Little ones help shape a fresh story each morning in a short, playful session inside KidsTown, the Orlando Science Center's hands-on play area for children ages 7 and under. 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. 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. Little Explorers Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens · Winter Park · $10 to $15 Story time and hands-on activities made for the youngest visitors and their grown-ups at the Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens. It is aimed at children up to Pre-K age. Rock Steady Boxing (RSB) Beardall Senior Center · SoDo A non-contact, boxing-style workout for people living with Parkinson's, aimed at building strength and fighting back against the condition. Sessions are held at the Beardall Senior Center in SoDo. 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. 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. 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. 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. Eric Lagi Duncan Park · Downtown Free midday set from a solo musician who builds live loops of guitar and vocals, moving across many styles and sounds, from jazz and rock to tropical and dance music. Part of DTOLive's free arts series at Duncan Park. Sonarte Luminary Green Park · Downtown 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. The House That Freedoms Built Rollins Museum of Art · Winter Park Three white outdoor houses on the Rollins College campus echo 18th-century homes linked to formerly enslaved builders on St. Croix. Artist La Vaughn Belle's piece asks visitors to consider what home, belonging and freedom mean. Space Flight Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village Take the controls of a spacecraft and fly through the galaxy past stars, planets and asteroids at the Orlando Science Center. 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. America The Beautiful – Giant Screen Film Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village A giant screen film that takes viewers coast to coast through mountains, plains, deserts and wetlands, narrated by Kelsey Grammer. It also looks at the conservation work that has kept these landscapes intact. Digital Pokeno L. Claudia Allen Senior Center Lively bingo-style play on your own tablet or smartphone, held at the L. Claudia Allen Senior Center. Guided Planet Tour Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village A planet-by-planet journey through the solar system, using the Science on a Sphere display at Orlando Science Center. Expect a close look at what sets each neighboring world apart, made for curious minds. Prehistoric Pals Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village Meet life-size baby dinosaurs Clawdia the T-Rex and Spike the Triceratops in the Dino Digs exhibit hall. Open to all ages, it shows the ways scientists peer back in time and learn how dinosaurs lived. Orlando Under The Stars – Live Planetarium Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village A live presenter guides you through the night sky in the planetarium, showing how to find stars, constellations and planets above Orlando. It suits anyone curious about space, from beginners to skywatchers who want to learn more. Intellectual Art for the Puzzled Mind - Curtis Epperson Orlando Public Library · Downtown Hand-drawn word mosaics that show a clear image from a distance and turn into a different scene up close. Part puzzle and part word search, it suits anyone who likes to slow down and read the art. Jackpot: Contract Gin at Beardall Beardall Senior Center · SoDo Contract gin with a twist: losing earns the prize, and players help one another bend the rules. Expect a card game where bending the rules is part of the fun at the Beardall Senior Center. Game Time Beardall Senior Center · SoDo Game lovers settle in for hours at the Beardall Senior Center in SoDo, bringing their own games and snacks along. Cool Science Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village Watch liquid nitrogen demonstrations that reveal the science of extreme cold on the Discovery Stage at the Orlando Science Center. Zen Rock Gardens for Seniors Orlando Public Library · Downtown · Free A free hands-on session at Orlando Public Library for seniors, where you make your own small rock garden in a calm, creative setting. Registration is required, so sign up through the event page first. Open Studio Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village Open-ended, hands-on play at the Orlando Science Center's KidsTown studio, with stations for making things, STEM discovery, an interactive whiteboard and a reading nook. Suited to all ages, so families can explore at their own pace. Dementia Caregiver Connection Center for Health & Wellbeing @ 2005 Mizell Ave Caregivers of people living with dementia can attend this no-cost session each month at the Center for Health & Wellbeing in Winter Park. Always Above – Full Dome Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village A full-dome planetarium show that explains the satellites overhead and how much modern life leans on them. Good for anyone curious about the night sky and the technology orbiting Earth. Wild Rescue 3D – Education Film 3D Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village A 3D film that tracks animals through a wildlife hospital, from intake to treatment and healing, screened in the Orlando Science Center theater. Guided Planet Tour Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village A planet-by-planet journey through the solar system, using the Science on a Sphere display at Orlando Science Center. Expect a close look at what sets each neighboring world apart, made for curious minds. Superpowered Science Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village Learn the science behind favorite superpowers through the antics of a super villain in training in this live show at the Orlando Science Center. Elizabeth Trent North Quarter · Downtown Reboot Boutique OCLS Eatonville Branch · Free Clothes, shoes and accessories for every age make this Eatonville library event a practical stop for the whole household. Buddy deal I Want to Believe Art Show The Falcon Bar · Thornton Park Local artists explore UFOs, cryptids and other unexplained mysteries in this group show. Opening night brings DJ Spank, drinks and a chance to meet the makers. Blood Cancer United Light the Night Lake Eola Park · Thornton Park Lanterns glow across Lake Eola as a community gathers to remember those lost to blood cancer, support patients in treatment, and celebrate survivors. Forbidden "Chaos By Design" Tour in Orlando Conduit · Ivanhoe Village Bay Area thrash metal veterans Forbidden return after a 21-year hiatus, with Heathen and Void adding heavy support. Expect fast, loud riffs and a crowd of longtime metal fans. Winter Garden Book Club OCLS Winter Garden Branch · Free A free reading group for adults and seniors that talks through a book chosen in advance by its members. Copies can be requested through the library catalog. Introduction to Composting Winter Park Library · Winter Park Free backyard composting basics from a UF/IFAS Extension faculty member, plus a free composter for eligible Winter Park residents. It suits anyone who wants to cut food waste, build a compost system at home, or learn how compost helps garden soil. Museum Highlights Tour at Rollins Museum of Art Rollins Museum of Art · Winter Park Free, docent-led tours of the current exhibitions, held on select Thursdays and the second and last Saturdays each month, give a guided look at what's on view. Warped Tour Parties Downtown Live music, food and entertainment fill these pre-parties and after-parties in downtown Orlando, making them a lively stop for anyone wanting a full night out. Wild Horse Nine (2026) Enzian Theater A darkly funny spy caper from Martin McDonagh, set among the giant statues of Easter Island in 1973 and starring John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell. Good for fans of sharp dialogue and offbeat crime comedy. Clogging at Beardall Senior Center Beardall Senior Center · SoDo New dancers and seasoned clog dancers both find a spot in these sessions, led by instructors who keep the footwork lively and the mood light. OIFW Fall 2026: Luxe After Dark at Debonair Debonair Supper Club · Downtown Orlando International Fashion Week turns Debonair Supper Club into a late-night, close-up showcase of style. Its intimate, after-dark setting suits anyone who wants fashion up close. Thornton Park District 2nd Thursday Wine & Art Walk Thornton Park District Circle · Thornton Park Each month locals stroll through Thornton Park's shops and spots, sampling drinks and treats and browsing art vendors, live music and a night market. Dogs are welcome, and all ages can enjoy the art. 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. UAU 2026 FANCON [Playlist #Your Youth] in America The Abbey · Downtown Fans get a close-up look at UAU, the Dreamcatcher trio of JI U, SU A and YOOHYEON, on their second U.S. tour. Expect live performances, fan interactions and an all-ages crowd of K-pop fans. Pro Wrestling Training - Night Classes Team Vision Dojo Pro Wrestling · Downtown · Heroes Discount 10% Off Get in shape inside a real wrestling ring while learning the moves at Team Vision Dojo downtown. It suits anyone who wants a workout that is also a bit of fun. Nigel Stardust Video + Coffee · Audubon Park honestav - The Sweet American Boy Tour The Beacham · Downtown Alt singer-songwriter honestav brings melodic hip-hop, pop-punk and confessional songs to The Beacham. Expect candid writing about family, grief and love, sung with plenty of feeling. The Altons: Show You Love Tour The Social · Downtown Expect close vocal harmonies and romantic West Coast soul grooves from this Los Angeles band, which makes for an easy night out downtown. Jazz Ensemble II Concert University of Central Florida A big band night for all ages, mixing standard repertoire with pieces composed and arranged for the big band sound. Thursday Night Hang Blue Bamboo Center for the Arts · Winter Park Free jazz night at Blue Bamboo in Winter Park, where a band with drummer Paul Parker plays a concert set, then a jam session follows. 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. Latin Night Dance Lessons: Thursday 11/12 at Anthem Orlando Anthem Orlando · Downtown · Free A weekly LGBTQ+ Latin dance night in downtown Orlando that opens with a free lesson for total beginners. Salsa, bachata, rumba and cha-cha fill the floor after that, and no partner is needed. Buddy deal Bloodshot Bill (Solo), 24 Hour Karate People Lil' Indies · Mills 50 A Montreal rockabilly one-man band, Bloodshot Bill plays raw honky tonk and psychobilly solo, with 24 Hour Karate People on the bill. Expect loud, wild live sets for fans of rockabilly and garage punk at this 21-plus show. Wild Horse Nine (2026) Enzian Theater A darkly funny spy caper from Martin McDonagh, set among the giant statues of Easter Island in 1973 and starring John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell. Good for fans of sharp dialogue and offbeat crime comedy. Latin Night Vol 2 With DJ Jery: Thursday 11/12 at Anthem Orlando Anthem Orlando · Downtown · Free A free Thursday night for dancing, with DJ Jery spinning reggaeton, bachata, merengue and Latin pop at Anthem Orlando downtown. A free bachata and salsa lesson gets the floor going before the music takes over. Midnight Mass The Beacham · Downtown · Ladies no cover A Thursday night dance party at The Beacham built around 2000s alt, pop punk, and emo anthems. It suits 18-plus fans who want to dance downtown.
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Friday, November 13

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. Bungalower pick TPD Night Market Thornton Park District · Downtown 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. 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. 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. 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. More events on Friday 92 events
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Saturday, November 14

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. 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. 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. 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. 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. Bungalower pick Paige Lavoie | In-Store Author Signing The New Romantics · Audubon Park · $2.00 Part of a full day of indie author signings and deals at this Audubon Park bookstore, with 20% off indie titles and 10% off signed books. Meet author Paige Lavoie and pick up a signed copy. More events on Saturday 122 events
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Sunday, November 15

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. 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. 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. 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. 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. More events on Sunday 87 events

Monday, November 16

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. Bungalower pick Dethwish with Mulch, Indebted, and Blackout Will's Pub · Mills 50 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. 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. More events on Monday 56 events

Tuesday, November 17

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. Bungalower pick Polasek 65th Anniversary Celebration Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens · Winter Park Live music, cake, and champagne fill an evening in the Polasek sculpture gardens, with the museum's history told along the garden paths. Bungalower pick Documentary Screening: Isamu Noguchi: Stones and Paper Mennello Museum of American Art · Ivanhoe Village A 56-minute film on sculptor Isamu Noguchi, screened to mark his birthday, covering his gardens, furniture and public works. 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. Bungalower pick Nu Metal Night featuring Mars Shotgun, Category 3, The Carnations, Hollowskin, and Envyless Will's Pub · Mills 50 Bungalower pick Yappy Hour: Cozy Crafting Show & Tell The New Romantics · Audubon Park · $10.00 More events on Tuesday 85 events

Wednesday, November 18

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. Bungalower pick Loose Touch Record Release with Skeletizer and Gasoline Heart Will's Pub · Mills 50 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. 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. Bungalower pick Free Drag Bingo at Outpost Outpost Neighborhood Tavern · Downtown · 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. More events on Wednesday 73 events

Thursday, November 19

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. Bungalower pick Hannibal Square Food & Music Fest Hannibal Square @ West New England Avenue · Winter Park Bites from local restaurants, live music, and refreshing drinks fill New England Avenue for a community evening in Winter Park. Expect good energy and plenty of community spirit all evening. Bungalower pick TPD Night Market Thornton Park District · Downtown 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. 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. More events on Thursday 103 events

Friday, November 20

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. Bungalower pick TPD Night Market Thornton Park District · Downtown 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. Bungalower pick Reindeer Romp Children's Holiday Party Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · $35 A holiday night for families at the Orlando Museum of Art, with Festival of Trees access and a stop on Santa Claus Lane. Little ones can meet reindeer stilt walkers and story time with Mrs. Claus. Bungalower pick Drag: The CENTERFEST The Renaissance Theater Company · Ivanhoe Village · $20 to $45 A high-energy, EDM-inspired drag night where queens and kings perform alongside live entertainment and festival-style energy. It is built around a cause, with music, performance and community at its center. More events on Friday 97 events

Saturday, November 21

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. 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. Bungalower pick Funk'd x Syrene @ The wellborn The wellborn · Downtown · Free Rsvp A free daytime electronic set at the historic Wellborn, with DJs SKNLS, Sesh Mila b2b Pacho Berrocal and Cataclisma. It suits anyone wanting an early start to the weekend in a courtyard setting. Bungalower pick Sip & Sleigh Cocktail Party Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · $35 Jazzy holiday music and seasonal cocktails set among decorated trees and holiday tablescapes at the museum's festival make this a festive night out for adults. More events on Saturday 102 events

Sunday, November 22

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. Bungalower pick Indigenous Soundscapes: A Native American Music Journey with Musiva Winter Park Library · Winter Park · Open to All A free chamber concert that links Indigenous sounds to the classical canon, with pieces by Dvořák and cellist-composer Dawn Avery. Explanations come in English and Spanish, so it suits families and curious listeners alike. Bungalower pick Chop & Play Flavors Nigerian Restaurant · SoDo · $12 A social night of Nigerian food, nostalgic table games and music for the African diaspora and anyone curious about it. Bungalower pick Buddy deal CNC Productions Presents- Holiday Kickoff! The Dust · Thornton Park · GA Burlesque meets holiday cheer in this 18+ show, with guest performers, sponsor prizes, and plenty of playful surprises. Expect playful holiday mischief and a lively night at The Dust in Thornton Park. More events on Sunday 72 events

Monday, November 23

Bungalower pick A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage Orlando Family Stage · Ivanhoe Village Bungalower pick Ryan Devlin - Album Release Showcase Will's Pub · Mills 50 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. 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. More events on Monday 61 events

Tuesday, November 24

Bungalower pick A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage Orlando Family Stage · Ivanhoe Village 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. Bungalower pick Blitzkid Conduit · Ivanhoe Village Bungalower pick Contention with ASkySoBack and 0 Miles Per Hour (Homecoming Show) with Dime and Holy Dose Will's Pub · Mills 50 More events on Tuesday 84 events

Wednesday, November 25

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. 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. Bungalower pick Free Drag Bingo at Outpost Outpost Neighborhood Tavern · Downtown · 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. Bungalower pick Buddy deal A Christmas Carol (2026) Orlando Shakes · Ivanhoe Village More events on Wednesday 74 events

Thursday, November 26

Bungalower pick Seniors First 37th Annual Turkey Trot Lake Eola Park · Thornton Park · Ages 17 & under and 65 & over are $10 OFF A Thanksgiving morning race at Lake Eola draws more than 5,000 people, many in costumes or holiday hats, and the entry fees support Meals on Wheels and other senior programs. Bungalower pick TPD Night Market Thornton Park District · Downtown 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. 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. Bungalower pick Mystery Sketch Theater The Falcon Bar & Gallery · Thornton Park · Free More events on Thursday 44 events

Friday, November 27

Bungalower pick Thanksgiving Weekend Celebration The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art · Winter Park Bungalower pick A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage Orlando Family Stage · Ivanhoe Village Bungalower pick Holiday Friday Nights The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art · Winter Park Bungalower pick TPD Night Market Thornton Park District · Downtown 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. Bungalower pick Buddy deal A Christmas Carol (2026) Orlando Shakes · Ivanhoe Village More events on Friday 81 events

Saturday, November 28

Bungalower pick Thanksgiving Weekend Celebration The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art · Winter Park Bungalower pick Orlando Local Makers - Small Business Saturday Market Thornton Park District · Downtown Bungalower pick Buddy deal A Christmas Carol (2026) Orlando Shakes · Ivanhoe Village Bungalower pick A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage Orlando Family Stage · Ivanhoe Village Bungalower pick Tamara Lemus | In-Store Author Signing The New Romantics · Audubon Park · $2.00 More events on Saturday 91 events

Sunday, November 29

Bungalower pick Thanksgiving Weekend Celebration The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art · Winter Park Bungalower pick A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage Orlando Family Stage · Ivanhoe Village Bungalower pick Buddy deal A Christmas Carol (2026) Orlando Shakes · Ivanhoe Village Bungalower pick La Bodega Market - Navidad En La Casa Christmas Market Great Southern Box Co · College Park · Free A free holiday market with a homey Latino spirit, where tamales, champurrado and music set the mood for shopping at local small businesses. It suits all ages, from abuelas to the littlest kids. More events on Sunday 70 events

Monday, November 30

Bungalower pick Member Program: Morse Monday The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art · Winter Park Bungalower pick American Aquarium The Social · Downtown 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. 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. More events on Monday 51 events

Tuesday, December 1

Bungalower pick The Art of Pause Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village Bungalower pick Artist of the month: Jackie Juaristi opening 6-8 Stardust Video + Coffee · Audubon Park 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. Bungalower pick The Format (Unplugged) The Social · Downtown More events on Tuesday 68 events

Wednesday, December 2

Bungalower pick Buddy deal A Christmas Carol (2026) Orlando Shakes · Ivanhoe Village Bungalower pick Faire of the Dog Night Market Will's Pub · Mills 50 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. Bungalower pick Free Drag Bingo at Outpost Outpost Neighborhood Tavern · Downtown · 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. More events on Wednesday 60 events

Thursday, December 3

Bungalower pick TPD Night Market Thornton Park District · Downtown 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. Bungalower pick Christmas in the Park The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art · Winter Park 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. Bungalower pick Buddy deal Henry IV Part One: 12/3 Preview Timucua Arts Foundation · SoDo More events on Thursday 70 events

Friday, December 4

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. Bungalower pick Watercolor Holiday Cards Harry P. Leu Gardens · Audubon Park Bungalower pick Holiday Friday Nights The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art · Winter Park Bungalower pick TPD Night Market Thornton Park District · Downtown 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. Bungalower pick Buddy deal A Christmas Carol (2026) Orlando Shakes · Ivanhoe Village More events on Friday 89 events

Saturday, December 5

Bungalower pick Buddy deal A Christmas Carol (2026) Orlando Shakes · Ivanhoe Village Bungalower pick A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage Orlando Family Stage · Ivanhoe Village Bungalower pick Buddy deal The Secret Illegal Comedy Show Lil' Indies · Mills 50 · Free Satirical comedy performed in secret, where the audience writes lines that performers turn into brand-new scenes. Expect banned-book themes, playful cocktails and sharp jabs at censorship. Bungalower pick Central Market @ Central Christian Church Central Christian Church at Ivanhoe Blvd and Interstate 4 · College Park · Free A free market where local makers sell homegrown vegetables, baked goods, pickles and handmade art, with no national chains. It suits anyone who likes buying directly from the people who make things. More events on Saturday 102 events

Sunday, December 6

Bungalower pick Buddy deal A Christmas Carol (2026) Orlando Shakes · Ivanhoe Village Bungalower pick A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage Orlando Family Stage · Ivanhoe Village Bungalower pick Central Market @ Central Christian Church Central Christian Church at Ivanhoe Blvd and Interstate 4 · College Park · Free A free market where local makers sell homegrown vegetables, baked goods, pickles and handmade art, with no national chains. It suits anyone who likes buying directly from the people who make things. More events on Sunday 65 events

Monday, December 7

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. More events on Monday 42 events

Tuesday, December 8

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. More events on Tuesday 59 events

Wednesday, December 9

Bungalower pick Buddy deal A Christmas Carol (2026) Orlando Shakes · Ivanhoe Village 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. Bungalower pick Free Drag Bingo at Outpost Outpost Neighborhood Tavern · Downtown · 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. More events on Wednesday 58 events

Thursday, December 10

Bungalower pick TPD Night Market Thornton Park District · Downtown 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. 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. More events on Thursday 70 events

Friday, December 11

Bungalower pick Holiday Friday Nights The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art · Winter Park Bungalower pick TPD Night Market Thornton Park District · Downtown 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. Bungalower pick A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage Orlando Family Stage · Ivanhoe Village Bungalower pick Buddy deal A Christmas Carol (2026) Orlando Shakes · Ivanhoe Village More events on Friday 80 events

Saturday, December 12

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. 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. 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.
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