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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 |
 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 |
 Photo: Kelly Verdeck |
 Photo: Kelly Verdeck |
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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 |
 Photo: Joel Mann |
 Photo: Joel Mann |
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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 |
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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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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 |
 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 |
 Photo: Roberta Souto |
 Photo: Roberta Souto |
 Photo: Mat Sturdevant |