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Friday, October 28
October Critical Blast! Ride in Costume!
Orlando October Critical Blast! Please come ride in costume and come out for Orlandos’ largest, longest running, group ride! Everyone is welcome!! Kyle’s Bike Shop will have their mobile mechanics out and about to help those that need it! Please bring lights, helmets are cool AND SAFE but not required. We hope everyone has a fun safe time! Please join us for October Critical Blast! COME IN COSTUME!!!
Exhibition Tour with Curator Amy Galpin, Ph.D.
Join Dr. Amy Galpin for a tour of the current exhibition “This Side of Modernism: Twentieth Century American and British Artists, 1890-1945,” which runs through December 18, 2016. Drawing from the Museum’s permanent collection, the exhibition “This Side of Modernism” reinforces the notion that there are multiple modernisms and a version of modern art practiced in both the United States and England emphasized representation imagery.
Halloween Pajama party at Oblivion
Come in costume or your pajamas and watch scary movies on Halloween weekend.
Culture Pop: John Petrey & Derek Gores
Not your typical exhibition opening, Culture Pop connects guests with the artists and the art itself. Culture Pop on October 28 opens ‘John Petrey & Derek Gores: Marking 40 Years of the Rotary Arts Festival.’ • Meet John Petrey & Derek Gores: artist • Music by Dj Nigel John • Literary readings • Pop-up Exhibition by Richard Munster • Open studios & classrooms • Light bites by Cocktails Catering • Cash bar with fine wine & craft beers
Dracula With Orlando Ballet
Michael Pink’s internationally renowned Dracula combines the fascinating horror of Bram Stoker’s 1897 horror classic with expressive, dramatic choreography, a few well-placed theatrical effects, a colorful score by Philip Feeney, intriguingly dimensional sets, and character-defining costumes. A breathtaking story of passion, seduction, transformation and sacrifice, Dracula will be this Halloween’s most thrilling adventure.
Stranger Things OST Listening Party!
Don’t keep this curiosity door locked, join us for an epic listening party celebrating all things STRANGER! PACDs will be transformed into the Byers’ living room, and we’ll have a DIY waffle bar (so don’t leggo that Eggo)! We’ll be stocking the regular “VHS” black vinyl, clear with black “smoke” swirl vinyl, and clear vinyl editions, quantities will vary GREATLY!
Pre-Plazaween XVI – Friday Night!
Get your costumes ready because Plazaween is right around the corner with 3 nights of “Stranger Things” like Block Parties, live music, light shows, costumes contests and drink specials! Plazaween is the biggest and best Halloween Parties in Downtown Orlando.
Saturday, October 27
Song Bird Sanctuary Kick Off
Lets all take this next step in making the Audubon Park Garden District the first ecodistrict in Central Florida by creating a songbird sanctuary here. Come out Saturday October 29, 9 am to noon, to help plant native shrubs, ground covers and flowers provided by GreenUp Orlando. The trees currently in Songbird Park are great, but the rest of the plants there do little to support native wildlife. With the addition of the right plants and proper planning this biodiverse habitat…
East End Market’s 3 Year Anniversary
We’re celebrating our 3rd anniversary Saturday, October 29th! To all of you in our East End community THANK YOU for your support and for #LivingLocally . On the 29th East End’s Merchants will feature a special 3 years, 3 bucks menu of some of your old favorites and new unique bites and beverages. There will be live music by Lauren Carder starting at 1pm and other special activities! No need to register, just come out and enjoy the day!
GUTS Orlando 2016
GUTS is a friendly pumpkin carving competition with all proceeds benefiting Make-A-Wish® AIGA Orlando invites you to its 2nd Annual live pumpkin carving competition, GUTS Orlando.
Orlando Zombie Ball
The most EPIC party to die for returns this year on HALLOWEEN WEEKEND. Thrilling live performances – Cash prize costume contest – Costumes and creativity are encouraged…
Halloween Boo-ery Party
Join us for our Annual Halloween Costume Contest! Judging will take place at 9 p.m. in the Beer Garden, followed by live music. Games. Brews. Music. Food. Prizes.
Lindsey Stirling Brave Enough Tour 2016
Dr. Phillips Center presents in association with AEG Live: Lindsey Stirling Brave Enough Tour
4th Annual Thornton Park Halloween Block Party
Festivities include: Live music, costume contest, DJ, burlesque, photo booth, dark art market… and much more and it’s all for a good cause! Proceeds for the event benefit non-profit Thornton Park District! Patrons will fear the spooky brick-lined streets of Thornton Park, the city’s most haunted district. (21+ event).
Eden Bar’s Halloween Party
FREE entry! | 21 & Over Only | Drink Specials All Night Join us and Micheal Myers for a bloody good time at Eden Bar’s Halloween Party! Come dressed to impress in your best costume and bring your friends for a party that’s to die for. Join us for some scary eats and toxic drinks. Then, jam out to some spooktacular music. If you’re feeling extra brave, make sure to grab a ticket to our midnight presentation of Halloween!
Sunday, October 30
Hello Kitty Cafe Truck – Orlando Appearance
Hello Orlando! The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is coming to Florida Mall on Saturday 10/29! Come say hello to us outside by the Crayola Experience between 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and pick up some super-cute treats, while supplies last!
Milk District Market – October!
Milk District Market – Last Sunday, Every Month Featuring vintage, handmade and local artists plus food trucks, live music and fun indoors and out! Hosted by Etoile Boutique, Spacebar and Sandwich Bar Next Market.
Vampire Yoga (Yoga in the Galleries)
Join us for another installment of “Yoga in the Galleries” with our friends from College Park Yoga. This time, guests will get to view our latest exhibitions – THE CONVERSATION CONTINUES and FAMILIAR MYSTERIES. Please arrive early to reserve your spot in the galleries. Please bring your own yoga mat, yoga mats will not be provided.
