School’s Out on Monday, October 13 – Orlando Family Events and Activities for Kids
School is out for many Central Florida students on Monday, October 13, which makes it the perfect chance for families to plan a special outing. From fall festivals and pumpkin patches to live shows, here are some of the best ways to make the most of the long weekend day.
School’s Out, Skates On
October 13, 2025 | 1:30–4PM
Semoran Skateway, Casselberry
Lace up your skates for an afternoon of family fun! Admission is $9 plus $3 skate rental. Expect music, games, and plenty of ways to burn energy while school is out.
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Gabby’s Dollhouse Live
October 13, 2025 | Times Vary
Walt Disney Theater, Dr. Phillips Center
Little fans of Gabby and her kitty friends can sing, dance, and interact with their favorite characters in this colorful stage show perfect for preschool and early elementary ages.
Family Bingo Night
Monday, October 13, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Avalon Park, Orlando
Join Mrs. Tammy for Family Bingo Night at the Marketplace! There will be fun for all ages & small prizes for the kids! Come play.
Halloween Spooktacular
Select Dates in October, including October 13
SeaWorld Orlando
Enjoy trick-or-treating, dance parties, and seasonal shows all included with park admission. The event is designed with families in mind and runs on select dates throughout October.
Santa’s Farm Fall Festival
Monday, October 13, 10:00 a.m.
Open on a rare Monday, Santa’s Farm in Eustis, near Mount Dora is hosting their Fall Festival. And restaurant and theme park employees get in free!
ARTNEST NO-SCHOOL ART CAMP
Monday, October 13, 2025
Sessions: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. or 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
artNEST, Lake County, FL
When Lake County Schools are closed, artNEST is open with a creative day camp. Kids will enjoy painting, creating, and hands-on fun in a playful, artsy environment. A great way to spend the day off from school. registration required.
GUIDED TREE CLIMB AT BONNET SPRINGS PARK
Saturday, October 11, 2025, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Bonnet Springs Park, near the GiveWell Community Foundation Nature Center, Lakeland, FL
Reach new heights during a free, guided tree climb led by Pathfinder Outdoor Education. Participants can safely ascend pre-rigged climbing lines with the help of trained staff, then enjoy family-friendly lawn games and a mobile rock-climbing tower nearby. registration is on-site and first come, first served. Open to all ages with adult supervision.
FREE
Other Options to Check
Local Parks & Recreation Departments often host “day off” programs or camps. Museums and libraries may have special workshops or themed family days. Indoor play spaces such as trampoline parks, art studios, and play cafés also tend to run extended hours or specials when school is out.
And if the weather behaves, you can venture to a new-to-you park, just browse our playgrounds category for ideas!
