Here is a look at some of the best events taking place this weekend.
Visit the complete events calendar by clicking on “Events” in our main menu.
If you’d like to have your event added to our calendar, simply send a link to your Facebook event page to [email protected]. It’s that easy! It’s also the reason why we have one of the most comprehensive event calendars in Central Florida.
Be sure to tag us in your Instagram photos, @orlandobungalower, so we can see how much fun you’re having.
Friday, March 10
Disney’s The Little Mermaid
Public On-Sale: 10 a.m., Friday, November 11, 2016 Dr. Phillips Center Members Pre-Sale access: 10 a.m., Wednesday, November 2, 2016 Dr. Phillips Center Members get Pre-Sale Access. Not a Member? Click here: Dr. Phillips Center Members Show dates: Tuesday-Sunday, March 7-12, 2017 Show times vary Tickets start at $33.75.
Orlando Jazz Festival 2017
SmoothJazz.com Global has proclaimed The Orlando Jazz Festival as “One of ‘The’ Hottest Jazz Festivals in the Nation!” The Orlando Jazz Festival’s lineup features the legendary David Sanborn; extraordinary artists Kirk Whalum, Norman Brown, Paul Taylor & Marion Meadows; innovator Ken Ford; the one-of-a-kind superb Maysa; the sensational Alex Bugnon; the remarkable Marc Antoine, Boney James and soulful Michael Lington plus many, many more — all Emceed by syndicated Radio Personality and Comedian Jay Anthony Brown.
Sing Along with The Muppet Movie!
Experience the original Muppet Movie like never before! Renew your Rainbow Connection with the fleecy friends who started it all. Sing Along with The Muppet Movie is a one-of-a-kind interactive experience that brings elements of the beloved 1979 movie to life via puppetry, kiting, and shadow acting. Comparable to participatory film experiences like The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Sing Along with The Muppet Movie features family-friendly, raucous interactions with the classic film, full of surprises like bubbles, streamers, kites, confetti…
Ugly Orange Presents/ Fay Roy , Transcendental Telecom, RV
Ugly Orange Presents! First time @ the lovely Henao Contemporary Center. FayRoy AlBuM ReLeAsE PaRtY Tampa, FL http://www.themusicninja.com/fayroy-life-and-death-tmn-video-premiere/ Transcendental Telecom (ORL) soul/indie/electronic https://transcendentaltelecom.bandcamp.com/album/etherise RV (ORL) https://rvbandfl.bandcamp.com/
Saturday, March 11
Adventure Hunt Orlando
ADVENTURE HUNT IS COMING TO ORLANDO! Registration closes Friday, March 10th and spots are limited. DON’T WAIT! REGISTER HERE: https://adventurehunt.co/products/orlando What is Adventure Hunt? Adventure Hunt is a fun and adventurous modern day treasure hunt to win GoPros, loads of adventure gear and a free trip to Panama for two! You’ll be adventuring all over Orlando and the surrounding area completing epic challenges to earn clues that will lead you and your teammate to buried treasure.
Annual Leu Gardens Plant Sale
Shop Leu Gardens’ Annual Spring Plant Sale! Over 50 growers and vendors selling a variety of plants and outdoor accessories to enhance your landscape and home. Bring a wagon or plant cart for your purchases. All vendors take cash and most take credit cards. Leu Gardens’ Members shop early on Saturday, March 11 at 8:00 a.m.
Florida Sports Expo!
Central Florida’s ONLY interactive sports experience for fans, families & athletes! Join us for a full day of events and activities for all sports fans to enjoy: Exhibitor Booths Live Demonstrations Performances Food Trucks Interactive Gaming Area Meet and Greet Earlybird Tickets Now only $10! Kids 11 & Under Free with Adult.
Funky Brunch featuring Funky Buddha!
Start your Saturday off right with a Funky Buddha Brunch & Beer pairing! 5 beers paired with delicious specialty brunch items not normally offered at WOB! Enjoy these craft brew inspired culinary pairings for a unique and delectable brunch you won’t find anywhere else. Tickets are $25 and will go FAST so call or come in today.
Saturday Matinee Classics: Tampopo
Two Japanese milk-truck drivers (Tsutomu Yamazaki, Ken Watanabe) help a restaurant owner (Nobuko Miyamoto) learn how to cook great noodles. USA, 1985, 114 minutes, In Japanese with English subtitles, Directed by Jûzô Itami
Orlando City Vs. NE Revolution (hosted by The Ruckus)
Join The Ruckus as we host the first watch party of the 2017 season and watch Orlando City take on New England. $2 Beer Specials $3 Moonshine Shots Arrive early for free appetizers and help us “Kill the Keg” until it runs out!
Samurai Jack Marathon + Season 5 Premiere
JACK is BACK! Stop on by The Geek Easy on Saturday March 11 as we host an all-day marathon of our favorite episodes from the classic Adult Swim series – all leading up to the ALL-NEW first episode of Samurai Jack Season 5 at 11PM! “It’s been 50 years since we saw Samurai Jack and time has not been kind to him. Aku has destroyed every time portal and Jack has stopped aging, a side effect of time travel.
Welcome Potluck Dinner for Shasta Grant
Please join us in welcoming Kerouac House Spring resident Shasta Grant. This event is a potluck dinner, so please bring something to eat and/or drink and share. Shasta Grant is the author of Gather Us Up and Bring Us Home, a chapbook forthcoming from Split Lip Press, and the 2016 SmokeLong Quarterly Kathy Fish Fellow.
St. Practice Day Block Party
We’re kicking off the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations a few days early at our St. Practice Day Block Party on Saturday, March 11! Throw on something green and come out for live music, Irish food & drink specials, tons of green giveaways, green beer, Jell-O shots, and even a Leprechaun! Live music from Off Kilter, Irish Pipes & Drums, and DJ Jorge.
City Beautiful Waterway Cleanup
Lake Fran is part of a large watershed that eventually drains into the Florida Bay. Volunteers are needed to clean the shorelines of Lake Fran and help prevent litter downstream and in our oceans. Snack and supplies will be provided! Also by clicking on the ticket link above will take you to the proper flyer with added details and information. The location is 4724 Raleigh Street | Orlando, FL 32810 PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN WATER BOTTLE. DRESS FOR A MESS!
Sunday, March 12
Orlando Solar Bears vs. Utah Grizzlies
Orlando Solar Bears vs. Utah Grizzlies
5 Chefs, 5 Courses, 5 Charities at The Alfond Inn
Join us on March 12th for our annual Five Chefs, Five Courses, Five Charities Event at The Alfond Inn. The evening begins with a cocktail reception at 5:30pm, followed by a Five Course Dinner prepared by Five of Central Florida’s most talented Chefs. The family style dinner will be accompanied by live music and fine spirits.
Spring Pops: Race For Space (FREE)
The City of Winter Park will proudly host the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, led by conductor Dean Whiteside, as they present Spring Pops in charming Central Park in downtown Winter Park. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy an evening of heart-warming music under the stars. This wonderful performance is made possible by a generous grant from the Charlotte Julia Hollander Trust. The event is free and open to the public. Music of John Williams and other space-themed selections.
