Things to do
in Orlando

Saturday, November 21

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

10:30 AM On My Way to K with WUCF and PBS KIDS OCLS Washington Park Branch · Free Little ones heading toward kindergarten get hands-on play sessions that build early reading, math and social skills. Families can visit the Washington Park Branch to try activities that also grow thinking and emotional skills.

10:30 AM Use Physical Action to Make Your Story Believable OCLS West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center · Free

11:00 AM 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.

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 Music in the Library: Going Back in Time with Shannon Rae OCLS Chickasaw Branch · Free

2:00 PM Spiritual Dimensions of Yoga Science of Spirituality (SOS) Meditation Center · Downtown · Free Free talk and yoga session on the deeper goals of yoga, led by a scholar and yoga teacher, plus a short meditation workshop at a center a block from Lake Eola.

2:00 PM Animanga Club OCLS Fairview Shores Branch · Free A library gathering for anime and manga fans who want to bond over favorite series through games and hands-on activities.

2:30 PM Adult Game Time Orlando Public Library · Downtown · Free

7:00 PM Alt-X Live at Rock N Revs Rock 'N Rev Ocoee · Free admission • All ages A free, all-ages night of 90s and 2000s alternative rock, grunge and pop punk, built around big sing-along choruses. Familiar hits sit beside deeper cuts and fresh songs added to the setlist.

Sunday, November 22

9:00 AM Maitland Farmers Market Lake Lily Park · Free Nearly 40 vendors line the west side of Lake Lily Park with produce, flowers, plants and crafts. Live music and a playground on site make it an easy weekend morning outing for families.

1:00 PM 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.

Monday, November 23

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.

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, 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.

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 26

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

8:00 PM Wine Down Wednesday at 480N Wine Bar 480N Wine Bar · Winter Park · Free A DJ takes the turntables each week, mixing high-energy sets with smooth beats for a lively, polished night out.

Saturday, November 28

10:00 AM Audubon Holiday Market Audubon Center for Birds of Prey · Free admission with a donation from our wish list Shop crafts from local artists and makers while meeting native raptors and ambassador birds at this Small Business Saturday event. A holiday scavenger hunt keeps the family-friendly visit moving.

11:00 AM Mercy Drive Marketplace Heart of Mercy Community Chuch · Free A free outdoor market in the heart of Orlando where you can shop and support local businesses close to home. Good for neighbors who want an easygoing outing with a real sense of community.

2:00 PM Family Fun: Movie and Make OCLS South Trail Branch · Free

Sunday, November 29

9:00 AM Maitland Farmers Market Lake Lily Park · Free Nearly 40 vendors line the west side of Lake Lily Park with produce, flowers, plants and crafts. Live music and a playground on site make it an easy weekend morning outing for families.

2:00 PM ABS: After Brunch Show, Sunday Drag at Anthem Orlando (November 29) Anthem Orlando · Downtown · Free

2:30 PM Tea & Tragedy: Shipwrecks, Secrets & Sunken Gold Orlando Public Library · Downtown · Free

Monday, November 30

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

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

6:30 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

9:00 AM Westgate Resorts’ 15th Annual Military Weekend Westgate Vacation Villas & Town Center Resort · Free A three-day Orlando getaway for active-duty service members, veterans and Gold Star families, with live entertainment, family-friendly activities and a historic vehicle display. Only 1,000 packages are available, first come, first served, so sign up early.

7:00 PM Night of Networking Zen Tavern · Free A laid-back monthly mixer where entrepreneurs, creatives and community builders meet over drinks and food at Zen Tavern. The night can roll on into an R&B after-party for anyone who wants to stick around.

8:00 PM Wine Down Wednesday at 480N Wine Bar 480N Wine Bar · Winter Park · Free A DJ takes the turntables each week, mixing high-energy sets with smooth beats for a lively, polished night out.

Saturday, December 5

1:00 PM Family Highlights Tours Orlando Museum of Art · Ivanhoe Village · Free A docent guides the whole family from gallery to gallery, highlighting works and sparking meaningful conversation along the way. It is a chance for kids and adults to look at the Orlando Museum of Art's collection together.

5:00 PM 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.

9:00 PM 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.

Sunday, December 6

9:00 AM Maitland Farmers Market Lake Lily Park · Free Nearly 40 vendors line the west side of Lake Lily Park with produce, flowers, plants and crafts. Live music and a playground on site make it an easy weekend morning outing for families.

9:00 AM Mead Botanical Garden Restoration Volunteers Mead Botanical Garden · Winter Park · Free Volunteers spend a morning weeding, watering and planting across three native habitats in Winter Park. Anyone curious can also learn which Florida plants support local wildlife while they work.

9:00 PM 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.

Monday, December 7

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 8

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 9

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 10

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 11

2:00 PM Recipe Swap OCLS Southwest Branch · Free

7:00 PM Buddy deal Alt-X Fugly Sweater Party at Rockpit Brewing Rockpit Brewing · SoDo · Free admission • All ages

8:00 PM Wine Down Wednesday at 480N Wine Bar 480N Wine Bar · Winter Park · Free A DJ takes the turntables each week, mixing high-energy sets with smooth beats for a lively, polished night out.

Saturday, December 12

11:00 AM Mercy Drive Marketplace Heart of Mercy Community Chuch · Free A free outdoor market in the heart of Orlando where you can shop and support local businesses close to home. Good for neighbors who want an easygoing outing with a real sense of community.

2:30 PM Dungeons & Dragons at the Library Meetup for Adults Orlando Public Library · Downtown · Free Roll dice with other grown-up players in a free tabletop quest that uses the 2024 rules. All materials are provided, so you only need to bring curiosity and register ahead.

4:00 PM Second Saturday Improv Show Orlando Public Library · Downtown · Free A live comedy show where performers make up scenes and stories on the spot, so no two hours play out the same. It's free, runs about an hour, and suits all ages, with no experience needed to join the live studio audience.

Sunday, December 13

9:00 AM Maitland Farmers Market Lake Lily Park · Free Nearly 40 vendors line the west side of Lake Lily Park with produce, flowers, plants and crafts. Live music and a playground on site make it an easy weekend morning outing for families.

2:30 PM French New Wave Orlando Public Library · Downtown · Free

Monday, December 14

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 15

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 16

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 17

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 18

1:00 PM Joy of Reading Romance OCLS Washington Park Branch · Free

8:00 PM Wine Down Wednesday at 480N Wine Bar 480N Wine Bar · Winter Park · Free A DJ takes the turntables each week, mixing high-energy sets with smooth beats for a lively, polished night out.

9:30 PM Buddy deal DJ Smilin' Dan @TheFalconBar The Falcon Bar · Thornton Park · Free Dancing in low light and fog at The Falcon in Thornton Park, with a DJ spinning music and no cover charge. It suits anyone who wants a free night out on a ready dance floor.

Saturday, December 19

11:00 AM Music in the Library: Going Back in Time with Shannon Rae OCLS Southwest Branch · Free

12:00 PM MC Community Care Christmas Toy Giveaway Men's Closet · Free

Sunday, December 20

9:00 AM Maitland Farmers Market Lake Lily Park · Free Nearly 40 vendors line the west side of Lake Lily Park with produce, flowers, plants and crafts. Live music and a playground on site make it an easy weekend morning outing for families.

12:00 PM La Bodega Market - Una Navidad Sin Ti: A Bad Bunny Christmas Market 2178 Packing District Way Orlando · Free

4:00 PM The Improviser’s Narrative Kingdom – A Comedy Show Orlando Public Library · Downtown · Free