This is a guide to a smattering of events occurring in the Greater Orlando Central Florida area. The sections are divided into Art, Music, Theater, Author, Nature, Etc, and Plan Ahead. There is surely something for everyone. There is also a complementary list of On-Going events in the area as well & you can find those by Clicking Here! These are events that either occur on a regular basis or are special events for an extended period of time. For a list of Holiday Events & Happenings in the area, just go to here!
ART & LITERATURE
NATIVE PLANTS
What: lecturer & teacher Milton Heiberg will discuss photographic techniques
When: Dec 1 – 7pm
Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N. Forest Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-647-5233
THEATER & MOVIES
THE LEARNED LADIES
What: Moliere's comedy about the dangers of following all the latest trends
When: thru Dec 6
Thurs – Sat – 8pm
Sun – 2pm
Where: UCF Conservatory Theatre
12501 Research Pkwy
Orlando
Cost: $15
Contact: 407-823-1500
THE LION IN WINTER
What: James Goldman's dramedy about the affairs of King Henry II on a peculiar Christmas
When: thru Dec 20
Thurs – Sat – 7:30pm
Sun – 2:30pm
Where: Mad Cow Theatre
105 S. Magnolia Ave
Orlando
Cost: $24 - 26
Contact: 407-297-8788
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
What: traditional telling of the classic tale, directed by Frank Hilgenberg
When: thru Dec 20
Thurs – Sat – 8pm
Sun – 2:30pm
Where: Theatre Downtown
2113 N. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: $18
Contact: 407-841-0083
DEAR SANTA
What: A child's request throws a wrench in Santa's works in this family comedy
When: thru Dec 20
Fri – 7pm
Sat – 2 & 7pm
Sun – 2pm
Where: Orlando Repertory Theatre
1001 E. Princeton St
Orlando
Cost: $17
Contact: 407-896-7365
MUSIC
SUNDAY NIGHT VINYL 15TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY
What: Erik Dennison does a live broadcast of his retro radio show
When: Nov 27 – 9pm
Where: The Social
54 N. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: $8 - 10
Contact: 407-246-1419
HOLIDAY POPS CONCERT
What: with the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra
When: Nov 29 – 4pm
Where: Central Park Stage
Park Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free – bring a blanket & picnic
Contact: 407-896-6700
LECTURE
HEALTH
NATURE
FUN WITH FLOWERS – A FLORAL DESIGN WORKSHOP
What: a make & take workshop creating a seasonal door hanging with Jan Silk, a flower show judge
When: Dec 3 – 1pm
Where: Winter Park Garden Club
1300 S. Denning Dr
Winter Park
Cost: $20; registration deadline Nov. 30
Contact: 407-644-5770
HOLIDAY PLANTS
What: how to use them; care for them; and, recycle or reuse them after the holiday season
When: Dec 3 – 6 – 7:30pm
Where: Orange County University of Florida IFAS Extension
6021 S. Conway Rd
Orlando
Cost: Free – registration required
Contact: 407-254-9200
FOOD, BEER & WINE
THAT FRIDAY THING: BLACK FRIDAY WINEDOWN
What: Wine and beer tasting to take the edge off holiday shopping
When: Nov 27 – 6 - 9pm
Where: Audubon Park Garden District
E Winter Park Rd & Corrine Dr
Orlando
Cost: $12
HOLIDAY HARBOR NIGHTS
What: food & wine tasting with live jazz
When: Nov 27 – 6:30pm
Where: Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal
5601 Universal Blvd
Orlando
Cost: $35 - 60
Contact: 407-503-1200
BEER BOMB BUS TOUR
What: Shipyard Bus takes beer enthusiasts on a circuit to different beer classes, including a tour of Cigar City Brewing
When: Nov 30 – 1 - 6pm
Where: Redlight Redlight
745 Bennett Rd
Orlando
Cost: $35
Contact: 407-893-9832
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FUNDRAISERS
LIPIZZANER STALLIONS
What: Original Herrmann's Royal Lipizzaner Stallions of Austria perform a rare, intimate show, with proceeds benefitting Freedom Ride When: Nov 28 – 4pm
29th – 1:30pm
Where: Freedom Ride
1905 Lee Rd
Orlando
Cost: $12 - 15
Contact: 407-293-0411
HOLIDAY
THANSGIVING EVE STREET PARTY
What: Drinks and music downtown to help remind people to give thanks
When: Nov 25 – 9pm
Where: Downtown Orlando
Church St & Garland Ave
Orlando
Cost: $10
WINTER WONDERLAND
What: tree lighting ceremony with carriage rides, ice rink & hourly snowfalls
When: Nov 28 – 6 - 9pm – thru Dec. 31
Where: Celebration Town Center
610 Sycamore St.
Celebration
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-566-4007
HISTORY CENTER HOLIDAY AT HERITAGE SQUARE
What: lighting ceremony with music & activities
When: Dec 2 – 5:30 – 9pm
Where: Orange County Regional History Center
65 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-836-8500
ETC.
CENTRAL FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW
What: New 2010 model cars displayed with interactive test exhibits and information sessions
When: Nov 26 – noon - 10pm
27 & 28 – 10am – 10pm
29 – 10am – 7pm
Where: Orange County Convention Center
9800 International Drive
Orlando
Cost: $9
Contact: 407-685-9800
FLORIDA GUN SHOW
What: Browse arms and arms accessories, plus concealed weapons classes and demonstrations
When: Nov 28 – 9am - 5pm
29th – 10am – 5pm
Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds
4603 W. Colonial Dr
Orlando
Cost: $8
Contact: 407-295-3247
CFA CAT SHOW
What: Owners bring their cats to compete to be the cutest kitty
When: Nov 28 – 10am - 4pm
Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds
4603 W. Colonial Dr
Orlando
Cost: $5
Contact: 561-274-1911
BOATING, FISHING & OUTDOORS FALL FESTIVAL
What: vendors, seminars & entertainment
When: Nov 28 – 11am - 7pm
Where: The Barn
1200 S. French Ave
Sanford
Cost: $5 adults; free 15 & younger
Contact: 386-235-6274
PLAN AHEAD
A NIGHT OF EXTREME TASTE
What: cocktail, wine & food tastings
When: Dec 3 – 7 - 11pm
Where: Ritz-Carlton Orlando – Grande Lakes
4012 Central Florida Pkwy
Orlando
Cost: $95
Contact: 407-206-2400
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL BEER & FOOD FESTIVAL
When: Dec 4 – 6 - 10pm
Where: Orange County Regional History Center
65 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: $25 - 35
Contact: 407-383-2331
76TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS VESPERS
What: presented by the Rollins College Choir, Singers, Chamber Singers & Orchestra with scriptural passages
When: Dec 4 - 6 – 6:15pm (doors open at 6)
Where: Rollins College Knowles Memorial Chapel
1000 Holt Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $5
Contact: 407-646-2233
CHRISTMAS WITH THE BASILICA CHOIR
What: sacred & secular music from both Advent & Christmas sources plus a holiday sing-a-long
When: Dec 4 – 7:30pm
Where: Mary Queen of the Universe
8300 Vineland Ave
Orlando
Cost: $10; children under 11 free
Contact: 407-239-6600 x 317
WINTER PARK CHRISTMAS PARADE
When: Dec 5 – 9am
Where: Downtown Winter Park
Park Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-599-3399
AVALON AGLOW
What: Christmas parade & fireworks
When: Dec 5 – 4 - 9pm
Where: Avalon Park
13001 Founder’s Square
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-658-6565
LIGHT UP THE HOLIDAYS
What: tree & park lighting ceremony with entertainment
When: Dec 5 – 5 - 9pm
Where: Cranes Roost Park
Uptown Altamonte
Altamonte Springs
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-571-8863
PAST & PRESENT STYLES OF FASHION FOR THE HOLIDAYS
What: benefitting Habitat for Humanity of Greater Apopka ReStore
When: Dec 6 – 11:30am - 2pm
Where: Highland Manor
604 E. Main St
Apopka
Cost: $35 includes lunch – reservations required
Contact: 407-880-8852
AFTERNOON WITH SANTA
What: for children 10 & younger – holiday crafts, Santa, moonwalk & games
When: Dec 12 – 1 - 3pm
Where: Magnolia Park
2929 Binion Rd
Apopka
Cost: $3 per child; adults free
Contact: 407-886-4231
WINE TASTING & PERFORMANCE
What: with wines, appetizers, music, raffles & a performance by & benefitting Shakespeare Alive! workshops in the local schools @ 6:30pm
When: Dec 10 – 5:30 – 8:30pm
Where: Whole Foods Market
1989 Aloma Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $20
Contact: 407-447-1700
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