After-School Programs Around Orlando – What’s New and Trending
Looking for a list of Orlando after-school programs? We’re sharing new programs and trending activities.
Author: Dani Meyering
Dani Meyering is an Orlando native who writes about sharing her hometown with families, from theme parks to seasonal events and everyday Central Florida outings. She is Managing Editor of Attractions Magazine and a longtime contributor across the Hooray Media family, including Orlando Parenting, Orlando Date Night Guide, Tampa Bay Date Night Guide, and Tampa Bay Parenting. Her reporting focuses on festival timing, park tips, and hometown guides. She is not the current Orlando Parenting Editor.
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8 Best Hayrides in Orlando for Frolicking Fall Family Outing
Quite a few hayrides are around town so you can rest your feet a bit. We’ve rounded up the best Orlando hayrides!
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The Play List with a Country Twist: Amber Brooke Farms and Playgrounds
Every fall, our family looks forward to visiting Amber Brooke Farms in Eustis for a full day of hands‑on farm fun, perfect for young children. Littles love exploring the themed play zones and racing down the giant slide hill on burlap sacks. The tractor ride and barrel train are…
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A Parent’s Guide to Trick or Treating at LEGOLAND Florida
There’s so much to love at Brick or Treat Legoland Florida’s Halloween Event. We love the unique Halloween LEGO characters, the spooky fun shows, and the yummy specialty treats. There’s even a new spooky drone show! But let’s face it, trick or treating at Legoland Florida, complete with donning…
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Where Can First Responders and Military Get Free Admission? Merlin Entertainment Attractions This Fall!
We just got some cool news from Merlin Entertainment! They’re offering free admission to places like LEGOLAND Florida and New York, Madame Tussauds, SEA LIFE Orlando, and The Orlando Eye for active-duty military, veterans, and first responders this fall. It’s valid from October 1st through November 30th, 2025! On…
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10 Family-Friendly Hispanic Heritage Month Events in Orlando
We’re so fortunate to have such a diverse place to call home. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Orlando with a variety of family-friendly events that honor the rich culture, history, and traditions of the Hispanic community. All of these events are free to attend unless otherwise noted below. And…
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Michaels Birthday Parties: Why Our Space-Themed Party Was So Easy to Host
Birthdays are a special time, but they can also be stressful for parents trying to plan the perfect celebration. Thankfully, Michaels in Winter Park made our son’s 7th birthday a breeze with their Space-tacular party theme. You may not think of Michaels Stores as being an ideal place for…
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How Families Can Utilize Florida’s Fishing and Camping Tax Break 2025
Now that the weather is less oppressive than it is during the summer, it’s time to get outdoors. There is a new sales tax break to take advantage of: the Florida Hunting, Fishing, and Camping Sales Tax Holiday is happening now! This sales tax holiday runs from Monday, September…
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PBS KIDS’ Weather Hunters Premieres on WUCF: Science and Fun for Central Florida Families
My 7-year-old has been talking about this new PBS KIDS show for months, and we are officially counting down the days until it premieres! As an Orlando native, I love raising my son surrounded by so many amazing things for kids to do. Of course, living here also means…
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Safety Check! Are You Using Your Child’s Car Seat Correctly?
The messaging isn’t new – using the correct car seat and installing it properly can not only significantly reduce the risk of injury but also save your child’s life in the event of a car crash. And yet, a new AAA analysis found that over 93% of Florida parents…
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