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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FRIDAY, AUGUST 9
August 9 – No Filter Friday
August 9 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Macbeth Studio, 37 North Orange Avenue, Suite 900
Orlando, FL 32801 United States + Google Map
$30
Hey there! We wanna party with you IRL. Come to #NoFilterFriday. Sip. Socialize. Smile. An RSVP today keeps the FOMO away. #NoFilterFridays. Part two of our three-part event series that won’t stick around as long as this hot weather. It’s a party for all of Orlando featuring good hangs, great drinks, and insta-worthy pics. Tickets are $30 and include snacks, drinks, and unlimited professional photos of you and your friends. On sale now at macbethstudio.com/no-filter.
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Orlando Stands Against Gun Violence: Community Vigil
August 9 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Joy Metropolitan Community Church, 2351 S. Fern Creek Avenue
Orlando, FL 32806 United States + Google Map
FREE
Orlando is no stranger to gun violence. Please join us on Friday, August 9th, from 5-6pm for a vigil in honor of the lives lost at El Paso, Dayton, and other cities across America. Below is our program– the event will be intersectional, interfaith, and focused on mourning the lives we’ve lost while taking action in their honor.
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Cup-A-Thon XXXV
August 9 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm|Recurring Event (See all)
Crealde School of Art, 600 Saint Andrews Boulevard
Winter Park , FL 32792 United States + Google Map
Various prices
Friday & Saturday, August 9 & 10, 7-9pm Showalter Hughes Community Gallery Browse through hundreds of handmade, one-of-a-kind ceramic bowls, cups and other vessels created by Crealdé instructors, artists, students, and friends. Make your way to the Showalter Hughes Community Gallery and, as the tradition goes when you buy a cup or goblet, we will fill it for you. Proceeds benefit the ceramics studio.
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Jonas Brothers: Happiness Begins Tour
August 9 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmAmway Center, 400 W Church St
Orlando, FL 32801 United States + Google Map$36 – $526
We don’t know yet if Sansa Stark is here.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10
The Best Electronic Waste & Textile Recycling Event Ever!
August 10 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Orlando Festival Park, 2911 E. Robinson Street
Orlando, FL United States + Google Map
FREE
Join Us For The Best. Electronic Waste & Textile Recycling. Ever. Safely and properly recycle through us! It’s free. You don’t even have to get out of your car or be a City of Orlando resident to participate.
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Come Clean Up Wekiva with New Belgium & Terrapin
August 10 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Wekiva Island, 1014 Miami Springs Dr
Longwood, FL 32779 United States + Google Map
FREE
Join Reps from New Belgium and Terrapin in cleaning up Wekiva River. Snag some beers, swag, and enter to win the ultimate camping set including a grill, hammock, canteens, and more!
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The History Center’s Fabulous Floridiana Auction
August 10 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Orange County Regional History Center, 65 E Central Blvd
Orlando, FL 32801 United States + Google Map
Take Home a Piece of Our Past! As we get ready for our big upcoming renovations, we’ve found a stash of treasures in the museum’s hidden corners. From gargantuan gators to magical mermaids, we got just the right amazing object to bring a true touch of Florida and fabulous fun to your home or office! We’re talking about everything from massive manatees to a compact King Kong—even the pretend claw of a giant sloth, and it’s pretty scary.
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Never Too Late For Summer Bash
August 10 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
GB’s Bottle Shop and Tasting Bar, 531 Virginia Dr
Orlando, FL 32803 United States + Google Map
Yes, school is about to start. But let’s celebrate how in Florida it is “Never Too Late For Summer” with Florida Avenue Brewing’s watermelon-lime berliner. GB’s will be the only stop outside of the brewery tasting room to have cans of Never Too Late For Summer. Some fun will be on draft, including a firkin of Florida Avenue’s cherry-limeade berliner.
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Proper & Wild vs The Sanctum Veggie Burger Brawl
August 10 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Sanctum Cafe, 715 North Fern Creek Avenue
Orlando, FL 32803 United States
Proper & Wild and The Sanctum are throwing down! Going head to head to take home the coveted Golden Spatula in this Veggie Burger Brawl! Chef Eddie Matta of Proper & Wild vs. Chef Kelsey Moreau of The Sanctum Cafe — both competing with their interpretation of the “best damn burger”
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Holden Heights Community Prayer Walk
August 10 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Holden Heights Community Center, 1201 20th Street
Orlando, FL United States + Google Map
FREE
On Saturday, August 10, 2019, from 06:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., the Holden Heights Community Prayer walk, will take place at Holden Heights Community Center, located between 20th and 19th street on Orange Blossom Trail. (1201 20th Street, Orlando, Florida 32805). Local churches in the Holden Heights Community has gathered together to host the Prayer Walk. The walk sets forth to empower the community through corporate prayer. The Holden Heights community prayer walk will bring hope, spiritual renewal, and empowerment.
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Orlando Pride vs. Houston Dash
August 10 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Exploria Stadium, 655 W Church St
Orlando, FL 32805 United States + Google Map
$21 – $119
Sportsball!
SUNDAY, AUGUST 11
Dog Friendly Hike at Little Big Econ State Forest
August 11 @ 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Little Big Econ State Forest – Barr St. Trailhead Winter Springs, FL 32701 United States + Google Map
$4
We are hiking again! This time we are headed to the beautiful Little Big Econ State Forest. These trails can be sandy in some areas, but for the most part it’s shaded and gorgeous! Most of the trail runs along a river, and if we’re lucky we might see an alligator.
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Where did the Summer Go? 5k Run at Blanchard Park
August 11 @ 7:30 am – 10:30 am
Jay Blanchard Park, 2451 N Dean Rd
Orlando, FL 32817 United States + Google Map
The days of summer are nearing an end!!! Join us for the “Where did the Summer Go 5k Run at Blanchard Park and celebrate the coming end of the hot season on SUNDAY August 11, 2019. About Us Deliz Running was founded with the express purpose of returning 5k racing to its affordable roots.
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