What’s Happening in Orlando This Weekend for Kids – Events and More!
There is never a dull moment in Orlando! And when you’ve got kids along for the ride you may be looking for family-friendly events in Orlando and things to do this weekend.
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Healthy Kids Day® with the Y
April 26 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Your local YMCA of Central Florida
This FREE community event is packed with activities to encourage kids and families to find a safe, healthy and fun summer at the Y. This year’s event includes:
- Family-friendly activities
- Youth sports and group exercise demos
- Aquatics activities
- Special offers, including waived set-up fees on new memberships
- 10% off summer youth sports and $0 camp registration fees, and More!
Partnering with this years’ event is the New Worlds Reading Initiative to bring even more excitement to the event! New Worlds Reading Initiative events begin at 11:30 a.m. at all locations except the Roper YMCA, which will begin at 1 p.m.
Children and families will enjoy a reading of Skater Cielo by Rachel Katstaller, followed by an interactive activity that brings the story to life.
New Worlds Reading Initiative event participants will receive complimentary lunch for the first 200 attendees, along with a limited number of free books at each center. Plus, take part in exciting raffle prizes, including 4 SeaWorld Orlando tickets and more!
Register Here.
Next Month: Gatorland’s 6th Annual Gatorpalooza
May 17–18, 2025
14501 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL 32837
Enjoy live music, family fun, food, crafts, and all the alligator awesomeness that a day at Gatorland has to offer. Don’t miss the wild 5th Annual Gatorland Florida Man Challenge on Saturday! Cool off at the Gator Gully Splash Park—swimsuits encouraged!
Best of all, Gatorpalooza is included with park admission. Bring the whole family for unforgettable fun that won’t break the budget at “The Alligator Capital of the World!”
Next Month: Sweet Corn Festival
May 17, 18, 24, & 25, from 10am to 5pm
Amber Brooke Farms, Eustis Location: 36111 County Rd 44A, Eustis, FL 32736
Get ready for a day full of farm-fresh fun at the 2nd Annual Sweet Corn Festival! Celebrate the sweetness of summer with delicious, sweet corn, family-friendly activities, live entertainment, local vendors, and more. Whether you’re here for the food, the fun, or the photo ops, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Come make memories on the farm!
Orlando Events for Kids This Week
Toddler Tuesdays
Tuesday, April 15, 10am – 12pm
Crayola Experience Orlando
8001 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL
Enjoy special Toddler Crafts and Activities once a month with an interactive book reading, a special character appearance, and more. Try out some of Crayola’s hottest products designed for the little ones at Outside the Box, get creative with toddler crafts and coloring pages, and get ready for a special meet and greet with the Chick-fil-A cow from 10:30am-11:00am! This is the perfect place for the little ones to burn off some energy! Included with General Admission.
Firefly Hikes
April 15, 18, 21, & 25, 2025
Oakland Nature Preserve
747 Machete Trl, Oakland, Florida 34760
Oakland Nature Preserve will be open on select dates until 9pm to allow visitors to explore the boardwalk and look for fireflies. They will have a staff member at the start of the boardwalk to answer any questions you may have. Please park in the grass overflow lot outside of the gate.
FREE
Earth Day Family Day
Saturday, April 19, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Art & History Museums – Maitland
210 W. Packwood Ave., Maitland, FL 32752
Families are invited to celebrate at A&H’s FREE Earth Day Family Day PLUS Printed Tote Bag Family Art Workshop where children can play with colors and patterns while using paint to “print” their own tote bags with recycled objects! They’ll have other Earth Day inspired craft stations too, plus coloring and still life tables!
Families can also explore the campus, originally built as an artist colony almost 100 years ago, with an Earth Day themed scavenger hunt. There will be other surprises too – like face painting and complimentary admission to three museums!
Easter Egg Displays at Disney’s Grand Floridian
Through April 20
The Grand Floridian lobby is the perfect backdrop for the springtime grandeur of the Easter displays. And, at the Grand Cottage, you can buy baked goods to snack on while they enjoy the decor.
Before you go, read our guide to visiting these Disney Easter Egg Displays!
Stuart Little
Through April 27
Orlando Shakes
812 East Rollins Street, Orlando, FL 32803
The endearing classic about a mouse named Stuart born into an ordinary New York family comes alive onstage. Stuart is a little guy with a big heart, not to mention whiskers, a little pink nose and a really dapper wardrobe. When he’s adopted by the Littles, he embarks on adventures with a variety of characters — including his nemesis, family cat Snowbell, and along the way learns the true meaning of family, loyalty and friendship.
UNIVERSAL VOLCANO BAY NIGHTS
Select Saturday nights including April 26, May 3, 10 and 17
Universal Volcano Bay Water Park
This all-new, limited-capacity event allows guests to enjoy their favorite water attractions, live entertainment, DreamWorks character meet and greets, complimentary island treats and more at the lush, tropical oasis.
$99.00 plus tax per person and parking is included for the event. Guests can arrive as early as 4:00 p.m. to enjoy the park ahead of the exclusive event, beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Next Week and Beyond
Healthy Kids Day
Saturday, April 26, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Your local YMCA of Central Florida family center
Healthy Kids Day® is a national initiative celebrated at Ys across the country, designed to inspire healthy habits in kids and families. Get ready for a day of excitement and adventure! They believe that children who are happy, healthy and engaged are critical to building successful, thriving communities. That’s why this event is so important—it inspires kids and families to stay active in both mind and body throughout the summer months and beyond.
Top Secret: License to Spy
Through May 4
Orlando Science Center
777 E. Princeton St., Orlando 32803
Top Secret: License to Spy takes a look into the fascinating world of espionage with real-life spy gadgets and hands-on experiments. This interactive exhibit is designed to challenge your skills and spark your curiosity. From breaking codes to testing your agility, there’s something for every aspiring secret agent. Craft the perfect disguise or master surveillance techniques to save the day!
EPCOT® International Flower & Garden Festival
Through June 2
EPCOT
Find magic in bloom at this springtime event with character-themed topiaries, fresh flavors and fun for all ages.
Origami in the Garden
Through September 3
Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N Forest Ave, Orlando, 32803
Explore the beauty of origami on a grand scale with this stunning outdoor exhibit at Leu Gardens. Origami in the Garden features large-scale metal sculptures inspired by the Japanese art of paper folding, beautifully integrated into the garden’s natural surroundings. Tickets are included with regular admission.
Save the Date!
Crayola Experience Orlando: Annual Passholders: Bring a Friend FREE
May 1-7
Crayola Experience Orlando
8001 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL
Calling all active Annual Passholders: May 1 – 7, you can get FREE admission for a friend on-site at Crayola Experience! Simply present your Annual Pass card at the admission counter, and you’ll receive a FREE ticket for a friend to visit with you that day! Show them why Crayola Experience is the ultimate play date!
LEGO® Festival
Weekends from May 3 – June 8
LEGOLAND®
1 Legoland Way, Winter Haven, FL
Dive into five never-before-seen play zones, packed with festival vibes, awesome entertainment, and activities! Get lost in the moment with epic brick-building, brand-new shows, massive builds, exclusive LEGO Minifigures, music, dancing, and unique LEGO experiences you won’t find anywhere else. On top of all the LEGO Festival excitement, you’ll get to enjoy all the rides, attractions, and entertainment. Join the weekend fun, May 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25, 31, June 1, 7-8
Mother – Son Date Night
Tuesday, May 6, from 3 – 9pm
Texas Roadhouse
100 Towne Center Blvd, Sanford, FL
Ticket includes Appetizer, Main course with side, Drink & Dessert along with Goodie Bags for the sons, Activities, Face Painting, and Henna Tattoo Artist.
$45.00 per Mother/Son
Descendants/Zombies: Worlds Collide Tour
September 7
Kia Center
The arena tour will celebrate the high-energy music from Disney’s “Descendants” and “Zombies” franchises, inspiring families and fans of all ages to dance, sing and engage with their favorite stars. Amy Tinkham will serve as the tour’s Creative Director. Tinkham has directed a wide-ranging number of productions including Aerosmith tours, Cirque du Soleil and Melissa Etheridge’s Broadway show. The concerts will mark a nostalgic return to tours like Miley Cyrus/Hannah Montana and High School Musical.
FREE Junior Space Explorer Pass
Through December 31
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Kids ages five and under can enjoy complimentary admission to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in 2025 with the Junior Space Explorer Pass. Available only to Florida residents, the pass grants children complimentary admission to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex through December 31, 2025. registration is only available through the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex website and must be completed by February 24, 2025.
Drew Thomas Magic
Every Weekend Through December 31, 7 p.m. & 9 p.m. Showtimes
Grande Lakes Orlando
Presented by acclaimed magician and America’s Got Talent finalist, Drew Thomas and his award-winning colleagues. This luxury VIP experience puts you right at the heart of breathtaking illusions, bringing the impossible to life just inches away.
General Admission: $49.99, Premier 2nd Row Seating: $69.99, VIP Front Row with Meet & Greet: $89.99
Ongoing Events
Storytime at the Orlando Executive Airport
1st Tuesday of the month at 10:30am
Orlando Executive Airport
365 Rickenbacker Dr, Orlando, FL 32803
Check out Storytime at the Orlando Executive Airport for stories and songs to encourage your child to read, talk, sing, and play! Recommended for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Storytime is at 10:30 a.m. on the first Tuesday of every month and lasts approx. 30 minutes. It is held in the conference room at the “Orlando Executive Airport Administration Offices” building. Library staff will be present to help guide the way.
