5 Things to Do in Orlando This Weekend with 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. The final months of school are here, so now is a good time to plan a summer day trip.
Events This Weekend
The weather is going to be marvelous so get outdoors! And Earth Day events are happening this weekend!
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Spring Friday Nights – FREE Morse Museum Admission
Friday nights, 5:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Morse Museum in Winter Park
Various musicians and musical groups enhance the Museum experience.
- Last chance!
- Friday, April 26, 2024, Beautiful Music Paint It Black Quartet, Cello, flute, viola, and violin
62nd Apopka Art and Foliage Festival
April 27-28, 2024
Land Nelson Park, Apopka
This FREE festival showcases the work of juried artisans and crafters, and top foliage growers from Central Florida. There will be music, food, a wine and beer garden, and a kid zone. One hundred percent of the proceeds from the festival are given back to the community thru donations and scholarships.
FREE
Ward & Wellbeing Earth Day Block Party
Saturday, April 27, 8-11:30am
Center for Health & Wellbeing
The Ward & Wellbeing Earth Day Block Party is back for another year and jam-packed with family-friendly, sustainability-themed fun! Go the extra mile and join Track Shack’s and the City of Winter Park’s Run for Trees 5K sponsored by the Center for Health & Wellbeing, then join the celebration post-race and browse the Earth Day Open House. Or, skip the race, and bring your entire family to participate in sustainable activities, learn from green vendors, compete for giveaways, and more!
FREE
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical
Now until May 5
Orlando Family Stage
In this dynamic musical adaptation of Rick Riordan’s bestselling book that took Broadway by storm, teenager Percy Jackson discovers he is the half-blood son of a Greek god! With newly-discovered powers he cannot control, a destiny he does not want, and a mythology textbook’s worth of monsters on his trail, Percy and his friends embark on an epic journey to find Zeus’s missing lightning bolt and prevent a war among the gods.
Ticket prices vary by date and time
Glass in Flight 2
Now until May 12
Leu Gardens, Orlando
Experience an amazing outdoor sculpture exhibit of larger-than-life flying insects hand-crafted into 28 works of art with Dalle de Verre glass and steel. Created by national known sculptor, Alex Heveri, each piece captures the essence of flight. Sunlight through the colored glass mimics the transparency and iridescence of insect wings, intensifying the illusion of movement and life. The exhibit weaves together the beauty of art with the science of nature. Included with general admission.
Besides these wonderful events, there’s plenty of fun anytime of year, and you don’t have to spend a dime on many of the free things to do with kids in Orlando.
Theme Park Events in Orlando April 2024: SeaWorld Orlando is celebrating Sesame Street Land’s 5th Birthday now through April 28, 2024!
Family Foam Parties
Every weekend in April, 12pm – 4pm
Island H20 Water Park in Kissimmee
The water park’s Live! Lagoon Wave Pool will be transformed it into a sea of frothy foam, creating the ultimate aquatic playground for the whole family to enjoy. Dive into the bubbly excitement and let the foam take your water park experience to the next level!
But that’s not all – groove to your favorite tunes with our curated selection of family-friendly music, ensuring that the atmosphere is as lively as the foam itself.
Even more ideas and events in Orlando this week can be found at OrlandoDateNightGuide.com.
Orlando Events in May 2024 and Beyond
Volusia Valor Days
Saturday and Sunday, May 4 and 5, 9am – 4pm
Volusia County Fairgrounds, DeLand
The largest public showing of the WW2 Armor collection of fully operational WWII tanks, artillery and wheeled vehicles. A World War II battle reenactment, periodic salute fires from tanks and artillery, First responder touch-a-truck display, and food truck vendors
Hearing protection is recommended for young children and those sensitive to loud noises.
FREE
Seven Seas Food Festival 5K Fun Run
Saturday, May 4, 7am
Sea World
SeaWorld Orlando is thrilled to announce the debut of the Inaugural Seven Seas Food Festival 5K Fun Run, set amidst the backdrop of its 60th Anniversary Celebration. Participants of all ages are invited to run, skip, jog, or stroll through the scenic pathways of SeaWorld Orlando, surrounded by the park’s picturesque ambiance and stunning wildlife. The Fun Run will wind its way through iconic attractions, including Sesame Street Land, Orca Stadium, Infinity Falls, Mako coaster, Shark Plaza, Dolphin Stadium, Key West, and Wild Arctic, offering an unforgettable journey for all.
For younger participants, there’s an exciting Kids Run designed for children ages 7 and under, ensuring fun for the whole family. Along the route, participants will encounter fantastic photo opportunities and special surprises, making this event a memorable experience for everyone involved.
registration starts at $55 for adults and $10 for kids fun run
Family Fest
Saturday, May 11 | 12 – 5 p.m.
Cranes Roost Park
Family Fest is an afternoon of fun for the whole family. Focusing on learning, kids are encouraged to think outside the box with STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) activities and demonstrations.
Features include live animals, music performances, emergency vehicles, fishing, bounce houses, plant giveaways, vendors and more.
Admission is free. Food and drinks are available for purchase.
