Things to do
in Orlando

Wednesday, November 25

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

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.

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.

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.

8:00 AM 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.

8:00 AM Exhibition | The Wise Knight | Art in the Multicultural Center Orange County Multicultural Center

8:00 AM 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.

8:00 AM 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.

8:00 AM 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.

8:30 AM 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.

9:00 AM 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.

9:00 AM Sewing Beardall Senior Center · SoDo Advanced sewers can bring their own project and work under the gentle guidance of a skilled instructor at Beardall Senior Center in SoDo.

9:30 AM Senior Planet Computer L. Claudia Allen Senior Center A welcoming starting point for people new to computers, with classes that assume no prior experience. Held at the L. Claudia Allen Senior Center, they aim to make the digital world feel less intimidating.

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 ice! featuring The Polar Express™ at Gaylord Palms Resort ice! at Gaylord Palms Resort · Save up to 25% with discount Walk through a 20,000-square-foot world of ice sculptures from a beloved holiday film, then ride five two-story ice slides. Nearly 40 artisans from Harbin, China, carved the scenes inside a nine-degree chill.

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 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 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 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 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 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.

10:00 AM 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.

10:00 AM Fall 2026 BFA Exhibition University of Central Florida

10:00 AM 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.

10:00 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.

10:00 AM Gentle Be Moved at Claudia Allen L. Claudia Allen Senior Center A seated, ballet-inspired exercise class from Orlando Ballet that works on flexibility, balance and coordination. It offers a gentle way to move at the L. Claudia Allen Senior Center.

10:00 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.

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 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 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 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 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 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 From the Pot: Fall Flavors OCLS Windermere Branch · Free A free senior series where the menu is a range of cozy autumn soups, made with fresh ingredients and food served on site.

11:00 AM Luminous Presence Solana Fine Art · Winter Park

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.

12:00 PM 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.

12:00 PM 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.

12:00 PM 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.

12:30 PM 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.

12:45 PM 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.

1:00 PM German Conversation The University Club of Winter Park · Winter Park A relaxed chance to practice German while discussing current and comparative topics about Europe and the United States. Suited to people who want to refresh their skills in a friendly group setting.

1:00 PM 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.

1:00 PM 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.

1:00 PM Spanish Class at Beardall Beardall Senior Center · SoDo A concise, direct method aims to get you speaking Spanish quickly, in a historic 1920s school building that houses the Beardall Senior Center.

1:00 PM 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.

1:00 PM Senior Planet Computer L. Claudia Allen Senior Center A welcoming starting point for people new to computers, with classes that assume no prior experience. Held at the L. Claudia Allen Senior Center, they aim to make the digital world feel less intimidating.

1:30 PM Powers of Pokemon Orlando Science Center · Ivanhoe Village Live demonstrations explore the science behind some favorite Pokémon powers at the Orlando Science Center in Loch Haven. It suits Pokémon fans who want to see real science brought to life on stage.

2:00 PM 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.

2:00 PM 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.

2:00 PM Musical Bingo L. Claudia Allen Senior Center Traditional bingo gets a soundtrack of Motown, R&B, old-school classics and line-dance favorites. It suits anyone who likes classic soul and dance hits as much as a good game of bingo.

2:00 PM 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.

3:00 PM 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.

3:00 PM 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.

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

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.

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

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 10

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 11

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 12

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 13

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 14

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.

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

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 17

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 18

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, December 19

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, December 20

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.

Monday, December 21

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.

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 22

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 23

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 24

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.

Friday, December 25

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 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.