Here is a look at some of the best events taking place this weekend. Remember, you can always visit the complete events calendar by clicking on “EVENTS” on our main menu.
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Festival of Trees 2018
Festival of Trees is an annual 10-day holiday event that transforms the Orlando Museum of Art into a winter wonderland of designer trees, holiday music, tree lighting, children’s events, music, and holiday gifts. All proceeds benefit the Orlando Museum of Art. Please see the ticket link for a list of all events, dates, times and pricing.
Antiques & Collectors Extravaganza
Hundreds of vendors selling antiques, collectibles, vintage, and more. The show is outdoors, under the open-air building, tents and includes the indoor antiques center and the Street of Shops at the Antiques Center. The event is three days. The show opens at 8 am all three days until about 5 pm. Exhibitor information
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16
Orlando Balloon Glow
Hot air balloons will glow at dusk, with a variety of food trucks, retail vendors and activities for the kids! Come join us!
Hey Grrl – All Female Art Show plus Unsolicited pop-up
The walls at Lil Indies are happy to host HEY GRRL: All Female Art Show This show is featuring the artistic ladies of the Will’s Pub compound plus scenic artists, a photographer, textile workers and general badasses. UNSOLICITED pop-up is on Day of Show ONLY This will immerse you in the uncomfortableness of unwanted texts and messages. Lil Indies is a 21 and up smoke-free, fully curated liquor establishment.
Historic OUC Holiday Lighting – Orlando’s Holiday Kick Off
An Orlando tradition since the 1950s, the 12-foot-high “Happy Holidays” sign that sits atop the historic OUC building in Ivanhoe Village will once again serve as a festive beacon of the holiday season once again being lit up starting on the evening of November 16th.
Tropical Depression Darkwave Festival 2018
A Black Celebration Of New Voices In Darkwave From The Swamps Of The South!
Tom & Dan “Bad at Business” Beerfest 2018
Tom & Dan “Bad at Business” Beerfest 2018 This is A FREE to the public Beer-Fest! Free Samples, Free Admission, Free Live Entertainment Featuring the reggae flair of Melodic Dissent! Event starts at noon. At that time you can get a sample cup ( with picture I.D. 21 and up) and a wristband. Yellow Brick Road: The Holden Flynn Foundation Will have “full pour” cups to purchase for a minimum of $10 donation.
Never Forget Punk Rock Fest!
The Never Forget Music Fest & Dudeman Productions Presents! The Never Forget Punk Rock Fest! 2018! #5 This year we will be taking over 2 venues on Mills Ave in Orlando, FL! Uncle Lou’s Entertainment Hall/Lou’s LMGA & Grumpy’s Underground Lounge 1 Full Day/Evening at one of the most famous spots for the underground punk scene in Central Florida. 2 Stages! We are dedicated to helping the forgotten Native American communities in poverty-stricken communities in reservations.
Holiday Open House
It’s time for Holiday Open House! Meet artists, tour studios, buy unique gifts!
Jingle Eve 2018!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… it’s Jingle Eve! Get ready for the BEST party of the year for more than 20 years running as Ivanhoe Village kicks off the Orlando holiday season. Free* and open to the public, Jingle Eve combines food trucks, shopping and dining, beer and wine gardens, a premium wine walk*, live music, artist and vendor booths, a kids’ zone, Santa Claus, and more!
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18
Book Bound 2018
Book Bound is an outdoor FREE event that celebrates National Family Literacy Month, and inspires reading for fun! Here’s how it works: Step 1: Grab a book! Pick up a FREE BOOK courtesy of Page 15 (while supplies last) at the Downtown Orlando Farmers Market on Sunday, November 18.
Orlando Flea – The Holiday Gift Market Edition!
The Orlando Flea indoor holiday gift market with full bar returns Sunday , November 18th 12-4pm inside a lovely 2-story downtown venue! Admission is free. Family and dog friendly. All ages welcome. Venue not stroller-friendly.
