Location

Orlando Hotel Map

Few vacation destinations in the world can match Orlando when it comes to almost perfect weather (with an average annual temperature of 72 degrees Fahrenheit) and incredible attractions. Orlando just keeps getter better, with sights and sounds that lure visitors of every age. Make a splash at SeaWorld®, step inside motion pictures at Universal Studios® and experience the wonder of the Magic Kingdom® Park.

Yet, Orlando is more than just lights and action; it's home to impeccable museums, exciting performances, annual festivals, quiet parks and citrus groves. You can see the opera, sample international cuisine, and enjoy Central Florida's celebrated outdoor recreation. There are emerald golf courses from the most renowned architects, thousands of lakes for fishing and water sports, miles of bike and jogging trails and blue skies overhead. Upscale shopping, endless excitement and live entertainment make Orlando one of the most inviting tourist spots. You're sure to leave with your own Orlando memories.

Here is a sample of some of the annual festivities and events held in central Florida:

January

Capital One Bowl
CompUSA Florida Citrus Bowl
Zora Neal Hurston Festival of the Arts and Humanities

February

Bach Festival
Mount Dora Arts Festival
Sea World’s Bud & BBQ Fest
Mardi Gras at Universal Studios
Houston Astros Spring Training
Atlanta Braves Spring Training
Central Florida Fair
Silver Spurs Rodeo

March

Kissimmee Bluegrass Festival
Houston Astros Spring Training
Atlanta Braves Spring Training
Mardi Gras at Universal Studios
Florida Film Festival
Winter Park Sidewalk Arts Festival
Easter festivities at local venues and theme parks (March or April)

April

JazzFest Kissimmee
Mardi Gras at Universal Studios
Fiesta Medina

May

Orlando Carnival
Orlando International Fringe Festival
Epcot® International Flower and Garden Festival

June

Gay Days in Orlando

July

4th of July celebrations across the area and at local theme parks
Celebrity Mascot Games
Tampa Bay Bucs Summer Training Camp

August

Tampa Bay Bucs Summer Training Camp
Summer Music Games World Championships

September

Mexican Fiesta
911 Charity for Charities
Alcon / Heart of Florida United Way Golf Classic
Night of Joy
Rock the Universe at Universal Orlando
Miracle Mile 15K
Osceola Art Festival

October

Biketoberfest
Bright House Network’s Festival Calle Orange
Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom® Park
Epcot® International Food and Wine Festival
Shamu’s Halloween Spooktacular
Viva Osceola Festival

November

Orlando Magic basketball season begins
Florida Storytelling Festival

December

Christmas holiday celebrations across the area and at local theme parks
New Year’s Eve holiday celebrations across the area and at local theme parks
Orlando Citrus Parade
Tangerine Bowl Game