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 Grand showcase for Talented Students |
6050 Universal Boulevard Hard Rock Live, Universal Studios (Venue) Orlando, FL 32819 United States +1 800 243 4365 (Organizer) http://www.allamericanmusicfes... |
One of the oldest and most respected music competitions in Orlando, the All American Music Festival is more than two decades old. Held at Hard Rock Live in the Universal Studios, this fest features musicians from near and far. What makes the event stand out is that all the performers are students! Various solo artistes, marching and jazz bands, dance troupes and choirs, all compete at this award winning festival. A USD1000 scholarship awaits one lucky high school senior who has decided on opting for a music major. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Not just cartoons |
8001 International Drive Wyndham Orlando Resort (Venue) Orlando, FL 32819 United States +1 407 351 2420 (Venue) http://www.animefestivalorland... |
If you are a fan of the unique Japanese animations and of their culture, then head down to Orlando's Anime Festival. Catch Fan Films, a music video contest, karaoke competitions and more; all Anime centric of course! If you dress up in a unique Anime costume or like a famous movie star, you even get to walk the red carpet along with the honored filmmakers! Go get your fill of these distinctive Japanese animated beings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Motorcycle Enthusiasts Unite |
126 S Orange Ave Orlando, Florida 32801 United States +1 8662968970 (Organizers), +1 3862550413 (Tourist Information) http://www.biketoberfest.org |
Every year the Daytona Beach region is taken over by more than 100,000 motorcycle enthusiasts. This is a family-oriented annual event with countless special attractions and activities. You will find Daytona Beach filled with street festivals, many expos, endless vendors, live concerts, numerous seminars, celebrities, and more. Biketoberfest is an award-winning international festival that takes place every October in the Daytona Beach area. You can enjoy a weekend full of fabulous shopping, find wonderful dishes of all types to dine on, enjoy people watching like never before, and so much more when you come to Daytona Beach for Biketoberfest. Be sure to check out the official Biktoberfest website for all the details. The whole town celebrates like only Daytona Beach could! -Diane Dilov-Shultheis Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Florida's Cultural Capital |
401 West Livingston Street The Orlando Centroplex Orlando, FL 32801 United States +1 407 849 2577 http://www.orlandocentroplex.com |
The acoustics aren't that great, it's a task to get to your seat, and there isn't sufficient parking. But that doesn't deter lovers of the performing arts from visiting the Bob Carr Performing Arts Center. Undoubtedly, the central venue for culture in Orlando, it has a seating capacity of 2,500 people. Host to a wide array of events, it is best known for the annual Orlando Broadway Series. The series features Broadway hits, such as Cats, as well as other international acts, such as The Phantom of the Opera and Les Miserables. Other events on its wide platter include ballet, orchestra, theatre and musical performances. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great Food & Live Music |
Sea World, 7007 Seaworld Drive Orlando, FL 32821 United States +1 407 363 2259 / +1 800 327 2424 http://www.seaworld.com/ |
This is a delicious BBQ buffet with noisy, fast racing cars, boats and a variety of activities, as well as rib-eating contests. Concerts and dancing make up this two-day bonanza. Educational and entertaining, guests get a close up look at some of the world's fastest hydroplanes and show cars. This is a fun-filled event for the whole family. See website's "What's Happening" section for yearly particulars. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Best place in Florida for good family fun. |
4603 West Colonial Drive Orlando, FL 32808 United States +1 407 295 3247 http://www.centralfloridafair.... |
Located in central Florida, the non-for profit fair boasts a large livestock complex where visitors can feed, milk, or pet hundreds of animals. There are also many fine arts and crafts booths, great music, good food, and over forty rides. There is plenty of entertainment to be found at the Florida Fairgrounds, ranging from an interactive music concert by Toxic Audio, taking a ride on the Giant Gondola Ferris Wheel, and watching lifestock being judged based on selection, feeding, grooming, etc. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Jack of Diamonds |
700 South Victory Lane Lake Buena Vista Orlando, FL 34747 United States +1 407 939 4263 (GAME) |
A premier venue for spring training baseball, this place is one of the larger and flashier ones. Formerly known as Cracker Jack Stadium, the ballpark at Disney's Wide World of Sports Complex boasts of a seating capacity of 9,500. Despite its size, spectators are never too far from the action, though the seating can get a bit confining. Open-air luxury seats are also available. It is the spring training home of teams such as the Atlanta Braves and hosts regular season MLB games. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Be A Sport |
Walt Disney World Resort Lake Buena Vista Orlando, FL 32830 United States +1 407 363 6600 / +1 407 363 6262 http://dwws.disney.go.com |
This multi-million dollar sports complex sprawling across 200 acres can host more than 30 different types of sports, from aerobics to wrestling. It has hosted a broad spectrum of athletes, ranging from youth league competitors to leisure-time amateurs, seniors to college teams and professionals. The spring training home of the Atlanta Braves, this multi-purpose complex even has a Speedway for auto-racing. You can test your endurance at the Multi-Sports Experience facility and then head for the All-Star Cafe where you'll find memorabilia, an interactive game room and delicious food. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Act Locally, Feast Globally |
Epcot Reedy Creek Improvement District Orlando, FL 32830 United States +1 407 939 3463 http://disneyworld.disney.go.c... |
Every fall, for a succession of weeks, Epcot plays host to this epic celebration of epicurean delights. Eat your way around the globe, feasting on specialties from locales as exotic as Ireland, Spain, Russia, Australia, Italy and South Africa. Note that each region also offers a representative selection of wines with which you can wash down your meal. See website for video and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Screams & Scares Abound |
8001 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819 United States +1 954 258 7852 http://www.freakshowfilmfest.com/ |
This three-day festival takes place during the annual SCREAMFEST Horror Convention at the Wyndham Orlando Resort. Each year it showcases the newest and scariest submissions from both well-known and rising independent horror filmmakers. The festival ends with an awards ceremony that includes categories such as Best Florida Horror Film, Best FX Makeup, and the Audience Choice Award. As the festival (and the convention in general) anticipates attendance rates to be in the thousands, be sure to check the website for film schedules and ticket prices as early as possible. Parents please note that the festival is not open to anyone under the age of 17. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Major Arts & Crafts Fair |
Lake Eola Park 101 N Rosalind Ave Orlando, FL 32801 United States +1 407 649 3152 |
This two-day event in mid-November features more than 600 juried artisans in all media, including ceramics, glassware, jewelry, photography, wood, clothing, and more. A major annual outdoor event, this festival attracts locals and visitors alike to enjoy carefully-selected multi talented crafters, as well as a variety of delicious food booths ranging from American hot dogs and hamburgers, Greek kebabs, Mexican tacos, ice cream and pastries. At the children's activities area, the young ones will enjoy sand sculpting and face painting. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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World's finest orchestras |
401 West Livingston Street Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre Orlando, FL 32801 United States +1 407 539 0245 (Festival Office) / +1 800 738 8188 (Toll Free) http://www.festivaloforchestra... |
Held at the Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre in Orlando, the Festival of Orchestras is an internationally recognized concert series. Held throughout the year, the symphony orchestras change as per season. Catch performances by prestigious orchestras like the New York Philharmonic and the National Orchestra of France, among many others. The Festival also sponsors an educational outreach program covering a range of workshops, classes and scholarships. With about USD35 for a ticket, it is now affordable to watch the master conductors and their orchestras at work. Check the website for seasonal schedules. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Celebrating Cinema |
Enzian Theater 1300 S Orlando Avenue Orlando, FL 32751 United States +1 407 629 0054 http://www.floridafilmfestival... |
Every spring, Orlando becomes yet another stop on the international film festival circuit. Filmmakers from around the globe bring their latest masterpieces to town to generate buzz and celebrate cinema. Screenings take place at the Maitland's majestic Enzian Theater, as well as other area locations. Wine tastings, meet-and-greets, parties and brunches round out the list of festivities. See website for complete screening schedule and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Not Just Another Gay Celebration |
1300 S Orlando Avenue Enzian Theatre (Venue) Orlando, FL 32751 United States +1 407 629 0054 (Venue) / +1 407 629 1088 (Tickets) http://www.gayorlando.com/goev... |
Jointly produced by the Enzian Theatre and Gayorlando since 2003, the Gay & Lesbian Film Festival is slowly becoming a popular event. Located just 15 minutes from downtown Orlando, this venue showcases movies focusing on gay and lesbian issues in a positive light. Catch movies like "Another Gay Movie" and "Loving Annabelle" in a variety of genres like comedy, drama and more. Check the website for screening details and ticket prices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Annual fright fest at Universal Studios |
1000 Universal Studios Plaza Orlando, FL 32809 United States +1 407 363 8000 / +1 888 837 2273 (toll free) http://themeparks.universalstu... |
Eeeekkk...is there any holiday more entertaining than Halloween when things that go bump in the night actually go bump in the night?! That's more or less what goes on here at Universal Studios' Island of Adventure, when the witching day rolls around and the fertile imaginations of folks who really know how to put a scare in you go into gear. No costumes allowed, and note that this event is really scary and probably not appropriate for very young children. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great event for the bluegrass fans |
Osceola Heritage Park, 1875 Silver Spur Lane Orlando, FL 34744 United States +1 478 949 2036 (Organiser's) http://www.originalbluegrass.c... |
This three-day event of bluegrass and old time country music, food, arts and crafts exhibits take place in early March each year. For good plain fun, you can't beat this annual festival that draws thousands of visitors for traditional American music and food. There's plenty to see and do for the entire family: listening to banjos, country bands, and having a good ole' time is the aim of this festival, a short driving distance from downtown Orlando. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Do Business in Style |
9800 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819 United States +1 407 685 9800 / +1 800 345 9845 http://www.orlandoconvention.com/ |
There's lots on offer for the business traveler in the bustling city of Orlando. Whether you want to attend events or hold your own, The Orange County Convention Center is the perfect choice. Ideal for trade shows, conventions, meetings and fairs, it meets all the needs of the business traveler. Equipped with the most modern facilities, its service is also of the highest quality. The centre boasts of lecture rooms, an auditorium, a business centre as well as dining rooms. It has a unique program for encouraging its employees to perform well. A guest who receives outstanding service may reward the employee with a courtesy coin. Every quarter, those employees who have earned a certain amount of coins, can win several prizes. Most impressive though is the fact that not a dime of tax payers' money has been used for this government-run state-of-the-art centre. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Shakespeare Calling |
John & Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center 812 East Rollins Street, Suite 100 Orlando, FL 32803 United States +1 407 447 1700 (Organizer) / +1 407 447 1700 x1 (Box Office) http://www.shakespearefest.org/ |
The John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center in partnership with the University of Central Florida (UCF), organizes this festival every year from September to May. Watch the Bard's works take shape beautifully on stage. Catch performances which are part of the Six Show Signature Series or have a look at the Two Show Young Audience performances. This festival also includes readings, premieres and workshops at the Orlando Festival of New Plays. Check the website for schedules and timings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Crazy performances at the Mad Cow |
105 South Magnolia Street Mad Cow Theatre (Venue) Orlando, FL 32801 United States +1 407 297 8788 (Box Office) / +1 407 297 8788 (Venue) http://www.orlandocabaret.com |
If you are in need of a few good laughs or some foot-tapping music, just head down to the famous Mad Cow Theatre in downtown Orlando. Two glorious weeks of cabaret performances await you at the Orlando Cabaret Festival. Catch performers covering different genres like pop and jazz or rib tickling comic artistes. If you are on a tight schedule catch one of the midday shows, held especially for those wanting some entertainment in their lunch breaks. You can even place an order for a lunch box! Individual ticket prices range from about USD10 to USD16. Check the website to find out more about the availability of passes, Dinner and Show packages and the Tasting Events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Internationally Flavored Festival |
Tinker Field 287 Tampa Avenue S Orlando, FL 32801 United States http://www.orlandocarnivalasso... |
Each Memorial Day Weekend, Orlando comes alive with the sights and sounds of a traditional Carnival celebration. Evoking scenes from the streets of Rio de Janeiro, the celebration includes a raucous parade through downtown, as well as a weekend-long bash at Tinker Field. Music, food and dancing are center stage throughout. See website for complete schedule of events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Theatre in the springtime |
398 West Amelia Street Orlando, FL 32801 United States +1 407 648 0077 (Organizer) http://www.orlandofringe.org/ |
Celebrate the magic of the performing arts with the annual Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival. Catch more than 500 "uncensored" theatrical performances spread over ten days. Watch professionals and amateur actors do their stuff on the streets and various venues in and around downtown Orlando. Night-time concerts and a Kids' Fringe Festival add more layers to this event. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Major League |
631 Heritage Park Way Orlando, FL 34744 United States +1 321 697 3201 http://www.osceola.org/index.c... |
The stadium, located in the Kissimmee-Saint Cloud area, hosts the National League Houston Astros for their spring training as well as numerous other baseball events including youth instructional camps, umpire schools, adult fantasy camps, amateur tournaments, commercial shoots, video productions and corporate functions. The stadium combines excitement, superb facilities and convenience. The Walt Disney World Resort is also close by. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Jazz for a cause |
Off West Lake Mary Boulevard, beside Lake Mary City Hall Central Park Orlando, FL 32746 United States +1 407 327 1765 http://www.thegrove.org/upcomi... |
If you are a jazz lover you simply can't miss out on this series. Held twice a year, once in May and once in October, the event is organized by the Grove Counseling Center. This NPO has various missions, such as amending family issues, providing better education to the youth and helping drug-abusers. Renowned performers grace the stage at Central Park. There are food-stalls and other small vendors on-site for your hunger pangs and shopping needs. Donations are encouraged. Check the website for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Yee Haw! |
1875 Silver Spur Lane Orlando, FL 34744 United States +1 321 697 3333 http://www.ohpark.com/silversp... |
The Silver Spurs Arena at Osceola Heritage Park is essentially a rodeo venue. Bucking bulls and bareback broncos, racing barrel horses, crazy rodeo clowns and the nation's top cowboys come here to show off their stuff. What makes this facility unique is the versatile flooring that can be configured to suit any sport or event. So apart from kicking up dust at the rodeo you can click your heels at a live concert as well. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Nation's largest rodeo and barbecue cook-off |
1875 Silver Spur Lane Orlando, FL 34744 United States +1 407 67 76336 http://www.silverspursrodeo.com/ |
Tug on those pointed-toe boots and studded jeans, plop on the ten-gallon hat, then get on over to Kissimmee to get a look at the nation's largest rodeo, a highlight of the national roping and riding circuit since 1944! Luring the world's best bull and bronco riders, this event even features a square dance on horseback! It also features a barbecue cook-off, so ride down and eat up! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Watch The Golden Knights In Action |
Building 50 North Gemini Boulevard Orlando, FL 32816 United States +1 407 823 3070 / +1 407 823 6006 (Box Office) http://www.ucfarena.com/ |
Sporting events and musical concerts is what you'll get at the UCF Arena. Oliver Stone and Maya Angelou have honored its stage with their presence. College Graduation ceremonies and sporting tournaments are also held here. But it is best known for hosting the UCF Women's Basketball team, Golden Knights. Finding a place to park can get rather painful, so its advisable to park at the University and walk the distance to the arena. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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