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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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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 |
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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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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 |