Events in The Villages today

Start the day with a 3.1 mile run through Universal Orlando Resort. A welcoming and diverse community supports all paces and experience levels, creating a friendly environment for participants. Attendance is free, although Universal Orlando Resort parking fees may apply. Ride share and guest drop off areas are available at no cost. Preferred and Premier Passholders receive complimentary parking. Guests staying on site can access the area via the Garden Walk pathways, shuttles, or water taxis.

The Orlando Heart Walk takes place at UCF Memory Mall. The event opens ahead of the walk, which gets underway afterward. Registration information is available.

Choose from several cycling groups and routes: the A group rides at 22 mph or faster on a roughly 60-mile Fort route and is drop, while the B and C groups ride Fort routes with options ranging from 35 to 60 miles at their respective pace ranges. An early ride covers 20 to 23 miles on I-way.

Presented by Orlando Speed World, Night of Fire delivers high-horsepower thrills with Top Fuel machines, funny cars, jet dragsters, a jet truck, and a fireworks show, with more attractions to be revealed. Updates will be shared as plans are finalized. For questions or additional details, contact osw@raceosw.com.

This volunteer work day supports The Retreat at Silver Springs. Volunteers can assist with general tasks such as cleaning, organizing, and caring for outdoor areas. Participation is welcome for a few hours or for the full day. Breakfast and lunch are included for volunteers. Optional overnight lodging is available before or after for $20 per person. For registration or questions, email The Retreat at theretreat@fldisciples.org.

Toddler Time offers a chance for children from crawlers through age 6 to play and explore in Launch Orlando’s 50,000-square-foot indoor park without older children around. The experience includes toddler-friendly music, a soft play playground, trampolines, and massage chairs for parents. Families can bring their own coffee, and the indoor setting provides fun in any weather. Admission is $15 for one toddler and one parent, with jump socks additional.

A golf tournament supported by sponsorship from Arrae Culmir.

Open play welcomes players of all levels. Player numbers vary by day and location, and you are welcome to show up with friends. Paddles are available in the shed at Rohan and Clarendon, while other recreation centers have paddles available to check out.

Working Equitation schooling sessions offer riders a chance to practice dressage and Ease of Handling in scheduled, independent sessions. Riders can practice on their own or bring a trainer, and new riders are welcome with trainer assistance. Options include a 60-minute dressage session, a 60-minute Ease of Handling session, or a 90-minute session covering both disciplines. Stalls are available with bedding and cleaning included; riders provide their horse’s feed and other supplies. Reservations are required, and riding times are assigned according to availability and the requested practice.

A monthly breakfast at Howies Family Restaurant in Bushnell brings together the amateur radio community for relaxed conversation about radios, antennas, and everyday life. Visitors are welcome and no membership is required. Attendees are asked to let Gene, KI4LEH, know ahead of time so seating can be arranged. For any updates or changes, check this event listing or the website.

Celebrate the season at a free, two day community festival and plant sale at Discovery Gardens. Browse plants, handmade items, and food from local vendors. Saturday also features a 4-H open house, UF/IFAS exhibits, and educational talks. Sunday focuses on vendor shopping. The event shines a light on gardening and community programs in the area. Pets are not permitted, and service animals are welcome. Organized by UF/IFAS Extension Lake County, the Lake County Master Gardener Volunteers, and Lake County 4-H.

Santa's Gingerbread Kitchen mini sessions invite children into a festive holiday scene for 20 minutes of hands-on fun with Santa. Little bakers mix cookie dough at Santa's side, decorate a gingerbread house, share laughter, and create memories while the moments are thoughtfully photographed. The atmosphere is relaxed and interactive, focusing on genuine smiles and natural connection rather than rigid poses. Each reservation includes eight professionally edited digital images to keep. A $75 retainer secures a spot, with the remaining balance due the week of the session. Availability is limited, with only eleven sessions still open.

The Downtown Ocala Market is a place to visit in Ocala.

Enjoy a welcoming, comfortably paced outdoor yoga class with room for beginners to explore poses and experienced practitioners to challenge themselves. Open to all ages and skill levels, the free community class takes place at Crescent Park. Bring your own mat, towel, and water, and dress appropriately for being outdoors.

Now in its 45th year, the Marion County Chili Cook-Off returns for another installment.

Maker Faire Orlando 2026 brings a world-renowned celebration of invention, creativity, and curiosity to Central Florida Fairgrounds and Exposition Park. Explore maker culture across a huge range of exhibits, large-scale art and spectacle, stage talks, competitions, and plenty of hands-on opportunities to build and learn. Creators who make, play, tinker, and hack share projects spanning robotics, cosplay, STEM and STEAM, content creation, science, electronics, tools and materials, and many surprising inventions you might not have seen before. Every ticket includes Robot Ruckus, the combat robot competition featuring teams from across the U.S., along with robots on display from the BattleBots TV show. Most exhibits and activity areas run throughout the weekend, while stage talks, panels, timed demonstrations, and competitions happen at scheduled times. Key details for attendees include rain-or-shine operation and a no refunds or exchanges policy. Tickets cannot be replaced or transferred to another Faire, but they may be transferred to another attendee before use. Student tickets apply to college students with a current college ID. First responders, active military, and veterans receive free admission with identification. Employees of schools, colleges, universities, and libraries also receive free admission with identification. Weekend passes are not shareable, and single day passes are valid for one day only. After purchase, tickets can be shown on a mobile device at the gate or printed at home. A dedicated Field Trip Day invites students, teachers, and homeschool families to experience hands-on learning, creativity, and innovation. Free on-site parking is available nearby. Outside food or beverages are not permitted unless required for medical, dietary, or religious reasons, and a variety of food options will be available for purchase. Strollers, backpacks, and a bottle of water are allowed. Pets are not permitted for their safety, while trained service animals as defined by the ADA are welcome. The event spans three large indoor exhibit halls and also features outdoor exhibits and competitions. Ticket proceeds benefit The Maker Effect Foundation, a 501(c)(3) educational charity in Orlando, Florida. Maker Faire Orlando is independently organized and operated under license from Make: Community, LLC, and the project is funded in part by Orange County Government through the Arts & Cultural Affairs Program.

Celebrate the season with an autumn tea at Gardenia Inn Bed & Breakfast, featuring cozy surroundings, seasonal treats, and a comforting cup of tea. Expect fall flavors such as pumpkin, cranberry, and orange, all served in a warm and welcoming setting suited for time with friends and family or a relaxing solo outing. Limited seating is available, and reservations are required.

A community salute to service fills Downtown Tavares Wooton Park with a free, public celebration hosted by Tranquiliti Healing Arts & Wellness and sponsored by the City of Tavares. The event honors veterans and active-duty service members with opening ceremonies, a parade, a red, white, and blue themed classic car showcase, vendor booths, live music, and food trucks. The Phantom Airborne Brigade will honor the occasion with a tribute parachute jump into Lake Dora. Festivities also include a raffle and a people’s choice award for participating classic cars.

Build rotational power and support injury resilience through science-based, small-group golf training. Space is limited.

Explore spiritual methods and symbols in greater depth through this Reiki Second Degree course. Instruction covers distance and time treatments, and students receive a second-degree attunement.

Ladybug Bows will be at Fiesta in the Park, a family- and pet-friendly event featuring arts, crafts, food, and entertainment at Lake Eola.

Bank of America, Merrill, and Private Bank credit and debit cardholders can receive one complimentary general admission to Orlando Science Center through the Museums on Us program. The admission includes access to the Center’s four floors of exhibits and experiences, including giant-screen films and workshops in The Hive: A Makerspace for ages 8 and up. Cardholders must present their eligible card and matching photo ID at Guest Services. Non-cardholders, including children, are not eligible for free admission.

The luncheon at Oak Run Palm Grove Country Club brings a pirate and mermaid flair, with a Beta Boutique on site. Prizes will be awarded in a lighthearted contest for the most creative pirate hat or mermaid fascinator. A full meal will be served, and a homemade cake bar will cap off the celebration for dessert. Registration costs $45, with no refunds after the registration deadline. For registration details, contact Lisa Kinser at 352-895-8673 or lkinser4730@gmail.com. For Beta Boutique information, contact Pam Burrell at 352-208-7179 or bigmama4uf@gmail.com. For general questions, contact Jacqua Ballas at 352-239-3166 or ballasjl@gmail.com.

A brunch accompanied by live gospel music featuring The Montgomery Family, Jenni Piergrossi, and Elvis/Stevie G.

Explore a newly unveiled model home during this special showcase. Attendees can tour the space, enjoy a complimentary lunch, and enter for a chance to win a $100 gift card.

Explore the lifestyle taking shape at Cresswind at Hammock Oaks, a 55+ community by Kolter Homes near The Villages in Central Florida. The showcase features live entertainment, light bites and refreshments, interactive lifestyle stations, designer-decorated model home tours, clubhouse hard hat tours, and giveaways. Visitors can get a behind-the-scenes look at the future Club Cresswind and explore spacious floorplans, flexible living spaces, and personalization opportunities.

This beginner-friendly sewing class introduces foundational skills for students who are new to sewing or want to build confidence with long-line stitching. Participants will practice accuracy and straight stitching by making stitch samplers, a pillowcase, and a lap quilt using patterns from Winky Cherry’s book. A sewing machine, sewing kit, thread, and fabric are required. Projects can be kept or donated to children’s hospital charities. The series has a sliding-scale cost, with scholarship support available.

Enjoy an afternoon of poker, food, fellowship, auctions, raffles, and camaraderie. The tournament is hosted in partnership with the Citrus Valley Poker League, and lunch and the bar are available.

Enjoy a day of food, fun, and reconnecting at Carter Pavilion. The A3F will provide food and beverages, and guests are welcome to bring a dish to share, though it is not required. RSVPs are suggested to help organizers know who is coming. Park entrance fees apply: $2 per person, or $5 for a vehicle with more than one person.

Create the Marigold Desert Blanket by the Floral Hook as part of a six-month crochet-along. The project is suitable for advanced beginners and will be broken into manageable sections, with Emily available to help and YouTube tutorials offering guidance on techniques. Participants will use Cascade Yarns Sarasota, a DK-weight acrylic and cotton blend, with several colorways available. A yarn kit purchase is required and includes 32 skeins; unopened skeins can be returned if they are not needed. Attendance is free, and the pattern is available separately on Ravelry.

Compete in a Swiss-style Pokémon Trading Card Game tournament using the Standard format. Players should bring their Player ID, a completed deck list, a 60-card deck in good condition with matching sleeves, and dice or damage counters. Sleeves and dice are available for purchase at the store. Depending on participation, play will be divided into Junior, Senior, and Masters divisions. Prizes include promo cards and booster packs. Entry is $10.

Enjoy an afternoon of live music featuring Rob Nichols, whose sound blends country and southern rock with heartfelt lyrics and a gritty southern soul. The gathering offers food and cold drinks in a lakeside setting, with music to sing along to.

Enjoy Music Bingo featuring a mix of throwback classics and today’s favorites. Sing along and play for a chance to win.

Enjoy a brunch of Yacht Rock music bingo at Teak Neighborhood Grill, with smooth classics, familiar hits to sing along to, drinks, and a friendly race to bingo.

Bloom in Sound offers a two-part experience that blends playful release with deep rest. It begins with a pumpkin smash, where each participant receives a pumpkin and materials to write down fears, stress, emotions, or limiting beliefs, then uses a bat to break the pumpkin as a symbolic way to let go. After this cathartic start, the focus shifts to calm with a restorative sound bath featuring crystal and Himalayan singing bowls, gong, chimes, drums, tuning forks, and other therapeutic instruments. The flow moves from letting go into relaxation and a sense of reset, supporting the body and nervous system. After the session, there is time to explore Dirty Dog Organic Farm and even feed the animals.

Soak up tropical vibes on the waterfront at Elizabeth Evans Park in Mt. Dora, Florida with a full day of tailgating, live music, and Jimmy Buffett inspired food and drinks. Arrive early to set up and enjoy college football on TVs while spending time with friends and meeting new ones. Propaganjah opens the entertainment with Caribbean soul, followed by an authentic Hawaiian luau and knife dance show, then the Landsharks deliver a high energy tribute to Jimmy Buffett. Food trucks and vendors will be on site, and full bars are available with reasonable pricing. VIP sections offer covered or open seating, air conditioned restrooms, a dedicated bar, and prime viewing. A lawn section is available, and new cabana rentals add extra comfort.

Sue & Drew make their debut at Edna's Hospitality with a lively mix of rock and party favorites. The performance is free and open to the public. Enjoy the food and views while the duo keeps the energy high and gets the crowd dancing.

Learn about the Florida Concealed Carry Permit in a class that includes a shooting exercise at the range. This is the only class required for the permit, and the course fee is $50. Weapons and ammunition are not sold.

YourPhoenixIsRising energy musicians present a relaxing sound bath featuring crystal singing bowls, native drums, djembe, Tibetan bowls, rain sticks, and other instruments. Settle in as nature-inspired tones and rhythms from around the world are played at varying intervals. The experience unfolds as a gentle journey, with waves of sound that rise and fall to encourage deep rest and calm.

Experience an Orlando City match under the lights at Inter&Co Stadium. Wear purple and add to the match-day atmosphere with your cheers.

Enjoy Ric Mitchell’s Juke Box Bingo with a tapas menu featuring beef and chicken empanadas, mini meatballs, honey mustard chicken skewers, fruit kababs, barbecue ham sliders, antipasto skewers, and Parmesan toasties. Pink lemonade, water, and tea will also be available. Bingo prizes and door prizes are included, and groups of eight will have a reserved table.

The second annual Fall Fest returns with family friendly fun for all ages. Attendees can enjoy free food, games, and inflatables, along with additional activities. With a focus on community and fellowship, this celebration is designed to be a special evening for everyone.

The SCA’s MOST WANTED perform a free satirical comedy show inspired by banned books and other media suppressed by the state. In this imagined 2045, comedy is illegal, so the performers gather in secret to make it anyway. Guests can browse books banned by the state, contribute a word or line that speaks to them, and watch the performers turn those contributions into new comedy scenes. The experience also includes themed cocktails, such as the Thoughtcrime Martini and Redacted Mule, and entry requires saying a passphrase at the door.

The Burn in the Burg Chili Cook Off gathers the community in the Town Square in historic downtown Leesburg to celebrate local flavor, spark friendly competition, and support a stronger Leesburg. Businesses and organizations can showcase what they do, demonstrate community support, and build team spirit while competing for cash prizes. Cooker entry is $100 and includes a 10 by 10 space, a table, and four wristbands. Guest admission is $10, available at the gate or in advance.

Settle in for a true crime themed dinner where a laugh filled investigation unfolds as you dine. The story plays out in real time in the present day, and the culprit could be anyone in the room, even the person at your table. With performers mingling incognito among guests, expect surprises, plot twists, and the chance to become a prime suspect yourself. Designed for adult audiences, this interactive theater experience blends comedy, mystery, and dinner for a social night out. From The Dinner Detective, with shows presented across the country since 2004, it delivers intrigue and unscripted moments from beginning to end.

A spirited girls night takes over Ocala Downtown Market with a bold, playful theme inspired by animal prints, glam style, and fierce fashion. The evening centers on stepping outside the ordinary, celebrating confidence, and making memories with friends. This curated shopping experience features nearly 100 Central Florida women-owned businesses showcasing boutique clothing, handcrafted jewelry, home décor, sweet treats, luxurious body care, and more. Shoppers can explore a wide variety of finds while enjoying a lively atmosphere. DJ Rae Bae keeps the vibes high with feel-good favorites and girl power anthems. A free photo booth by Legacy Rhythm Entertainment offers a fun way to capture the night. Raffle giveaways pop up throughout the event for added excitement. Local food trucks serve dinner, and there are plenty of beverages to enjoy, including cocktails, mocktails, and dessert options for a sweet finish. On-site experiences add to the fun with permanent jewelry, fairy hair, chair massages, hat bars, henna tattoos, and other surprises. The event is free and open to the public, rain or shine.

Catch Your Breath is an emerging hard rock band from Austin, Texas, featuring vocalist Josh, guitarist Teddy, bassist Cianan, and drummer Onell. Their sound blends synth elements, imaginative production, and refined songwriting to create emotionally charged music rooted in relatable themes. The band combines contemporary alternative rock and metal with layered sounds beyond traditional instrumentation. Their single “Dial Tone” debuted on Sirius XM Octane, and the band has also received coverage from Knotfest.com.

Enjoy a heartfelt tribute to Patsy Cline as Lorri Lee and the Sweet Dreams Band revisit timeless country classics. Lorri Lee brings rich, expressive vocals to favorites like Crazy, Walkin’ After Midnight, and I Fall to Pieces, with more in the set. This performance is open to the public. All seats are $20.

A live concert from Landsharks Band takes place in Mount Dora as part of the Pirates and Parrots Festival. The performance is included in the festival programming in Mt. Dora, FL.

Comedian Pat McGann is heading to Orlando.

Enjoy handmade ice cream, including boozy options, in a groovy atmosphere filled with rock ’n’ roll music, fun, and prizes. The game is free to play.

Disney’s Aladdin in Concert Live to Film brings the 1992 animated favorite to the stage with the Ocala Symphony performing Alan Menken’s Academy Award-winning score in perfect sync with the movie. The full film appears on a cinema-quality screen above the orchestra, while the original dialogue and sound effects play through a state-of-the-art sound system. Maestro Matthew Wardell conducts more than 60 professional musicians, animating moments from Arabian Nights to A Whole New World. Presented in the 700-seat AdventHealth Mainstage at the Reilly Arts Center and presented under license from Disney Concerts, this family-friendly event blends the magic of film with the power of live symphonic music. Sponsored by Canopy Oaks Real Estate and Sonya Nasser with Berkshire Hathaway Realty. Funding provided by Ocala/Marion County Visitors and Convention Bureau, with additional support from Marion Cultural Alliance.

Experience legendary rock anthems, iconic sounds, and powerful performances in a celebration of music that has defined generations. The show features timeless classics and an energetic rock atmosphere.

Greensky Bluegrass performs at The Plaza Live in Orlando. The performance is open to all ages.

Experience memorable music from the indie game UNDERTALE in a live performance by a 25-piece orchestra, featuring newly arranged themes and gameplay footage displayed above the stage. Curated by creator and composer Toby Fox, the concert traces a musical journey through the Underground, from the Ruins to the adventure’s final moments. Iconic characters, battles, and emotional scenes are brought to life, and attendees are welcome to wear UNDERTALE cosplay.

Sam Tallent brings the energy of a live performance to the stage. The event takes place at Orlando Improv Comedy Club in Orlando, Florida.

Enjoy live music and a favorite cigar in a laid-back atmosphere. Contact the event organizers for more information and follow The Creative Cohort FL on social media for announcements and updates.

A Beyblade X playoff brings together teams, Bladers from different cities, and new players for six Swiss-format rounds. The event has a 64-player cap, with the top 16 advancing. Matches are first to four, best of three, with one reshoot per set for an out-of-stadium result. First-, second-, and third-place finishers receive custom gold, silver, and bronze Beyblade X and Dave & Buster’s T-shirts. For participants traveling from at least an hour and a half away who prepay, entry is $15 and includes a play card.

The Ruck Sack Race at Harbor Park, now known as Glenda Hood Park, is a family-friendly event supporting Camaraderie Foundation. Participants can walk, run, or complete a one mile ruck to honor veterans, service members, and their families. Registration and sponsorship information will be available soon.

Designed for grade school basketball players, this showcase blends focused skill development with spirited competition against peers. Participants take the court in a high-energy setting while sharpening game-ready fundamentals. The showcase places athletes in front of talent evaluators, media professionals, and scouts, creating meaningful opportunities for exposure. The organizers aim to challenge players now while supporting long-term goals, reflecting a genuine commitment to each athlete’s growth and future. That dedication has helped the Best of the Best Showcase Series build a reputation as one of Florida’s standout basketball events for players and families.

Explore a seven acre landscape at Here On The Farm with a guided look at 15 experimental gardens and diverse growing spaces. The route moves through vegetables, herbs and tea plantings, a Monet inspired area and shaded beds, a food forest, orchard and vineyard, pineapple and watermelon patches, wild blackberry brambles, a row of sugar cane, and a living bamboo fence. Along the way, the tour highlights sustainability in action, featuring a farmhouse designed for passive heating and cooling, rainwater harvesting, greywater filtration, a solar array, worm tea production, beehives, and erosion control supported by a lemongrass lined driveway, all rooted in regenerative farming practices. Farmer Banks leads with practical insights, stories, and a touch of dad humor. At times, locally known farmers stop in to share updates on new varieties and planting techniques. Seasonal tastings are part of the experience, so an appetite is welcome. Families are encouraged to attend, and participants may want a hat and plenty of curiosity.

Play a quota-based GHIN game with a $12 entry fee. Payouts are available for both the front and back, with closest-to-the-pin contests on each side. Regular greens and cart fees apply. Check in in front of the pro shop.

A longtime Downtown Orlando tradition, this farmers market brings the community together at Lake Eola Park. Visitors can browse local vendors and small businesses, including Local Tomatoes LLC, which offers fresh fruits, vegetables, seasonal produce, and farm-fresh eggs. Enjoy a walk around the lake while shopping local and supporting small businesses.

Free Family Funday at the Mennello Museum of American Art offers free admission, docent led gallery tours, and a hands-on fine art project. Each month brings a new activity inspired by current exhibitions, designed for children and families. Tours are open to everyone. Video instructions are available to recreate the projects at home. Presented with support from VyStar Credit Union and Orlando Health.

Enjoy an afternoon of live music with Tommy, featuring country and southern rock, heartfelt lyrics, and a soulful sound. The Lake Harris Hideaway offers lakeside vibes, food, and cold drinks while guests sing along to their favorite tunes.

There will be two performances with non-reserved seating. A cash bar and snack bar will be available.

This One Piece TCG event has space for up to 32 players and requires players to use one of the specified Heroines leaders. Alternate-art cards are also permitted. Sign-ups are available through the Bandai TCG+ app. Event plans may change or be cancelled.

Enjoy a karaoke session at The PUB at the Bowl in Lady Lake.

Enjoy a relaxed evening of painting and conversation with the Night Owl Book Society. Bring your own canvas, paints, and brushes, or use an affordable paint-by-color kit. Food and drinks will be available for purchase from the Milkhouse.

Enjoy fresh spaghetti paired with garlic toast at Kaleidoscope. The meal is available in limited quantities, so it may sell out.

Laura Guy leads an interactive roundtable at Lake Okahumpka Recreation Center exploring practical ways to use artificial intelligence for everyday health, wellness, fitness, and healthy aging. Discussion will cover interpreting medical information and lab results, making informed nutrition choices, supporting exercise goals, understanding brain health and aging well, making sense of data from wearables and health apps, preparing better questions for medical visits, and researching health topics more efficiently. The group will also consider when not to rely on AI, including privacy concerns, the risk of misinformation, and the limits of these tools, with a clear emphasis that AI complements rather than replaces medical professionals. This is a hands-on conversation, not a lecture, with opportunities to share ideas and try tools together. Participants are encouraged to bring a phone and their questions. No prior AI experience is necessary, whether these tools are already part of your routine or you have never tried ChatGPT. Villager IDs or Village Guest passes are required, and RSVPs are not needed.

Enjoy Motown music bingo at Gators Dockside Eustis, with legendary soul hits accompanying the game.

Sweet Pill performs with special guests Heart To Gold and Stereosity. One dollar from every ticket sold supports Calling All Crows and its work mobilizing music fans and artists to advance feminist movements. The organization will also provide the band with mental wellness allyship training focused on recognizing and responding to challenges on the road.

Comedian and writer Matt McCusker, co-host of Matt and Shane’s Secret Podcast, appears at The Plaza Live in Orlando. The event is open to all ages.

Spend time together crafting, quilting, and sewing with care and a spirit of fellowship.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony will mark the official opening of Ocala Fire Rescue’s newest fire station, Station #8, and welcome it into service.

This exhibition explores how fandom, popular culture, and personal connections inspire contemporary artwork. Featuring work by students, faculty, and staff from all campuses, it considers how artists reinterpret familiar icons, stories, and visual references, balancing inspiration with transformation to create new meanings and perspectives.

Enjoy a special on wings alongside crunchy Korean fried chicken.

The Mudds Jazz & Blues Band brings a soulful, toe tapping blend of jazz and blues to Edna’s on the Green, shaped by a cozy Louisiana speakeasy vibe. Led by husband and wife Sam Mudd on vocals and guitar and Betsy Mudd on bass, the duo often expands into a full ensemble here, welcoming local musicians on drums and percussion, a second guitar with vocals, keyboard, harmonica, and saxophone. The setting rests beneath oak trees draped in Spanish moss, offering a laid back, backyard atmosphere with food and cold drinks.

Celebrate National Chicken Sandwich Day by ordering an Original Chicken Sandwich through the Chick-fil-A App in the drive-thru for a chance to win a Chick-fil-A gift basket. The winner will be contacted through the contact information in their app.

Dance classes offer instruction in intermediate salsa, bachata, and beginner salsa. The special price is $10 per class per person when paying with cash or $12 when paying by credit card.

America's Top Psychic Medium Matt Fraser, known from E!'s Meet The Frasers and as a New York Times bestselling author, brings his live show to the Savannah Center in The Villages, FL. The evening focuses on healing, hope, and meaningful connection, offering a warm and moving experience.

Sing along to iconic hits while playing Music Legends Music Bingo at Boardwalk Bowl. Test your music knowledge and aim to become a bingo legend.

Enjoy a trivia session hosted by Sarah, who was voted Orlando’s best trivia host. Come see what makes her trivia so fun.

Begin the week with an outdoor, beginner-friendly yoga class in Thornton Park. The all-levels practice combines Hatha and Vinyasa movement with intuitive flow, breath awareness, meditation, and moments of stillness. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat and may also bring blocks or other supportive tools. After class, there is time to connect with others over complimentary herbal tea.

Browse a wide selection of fresh produce and farm-fresh eggs sourced from local farms. Offerings include fruits, vegetables, tomatoes, citrus, seasonal berries, and more, with the selection changing throughout the seasons. Fresh and organic options are available, with no frozen produce.

The Rotary Club of Lake Nona brings together local professionals and community leaders around service, leadership, and community impact. Meetings offer opportunities to connect with other professionals, hear updates on service projects, listen to guest speakers, and take part in meaningful conversations in a welcoming atmosphere. The club is focused on community involvement and personal growth.

Enjoy an energizing, relaxing yoga class featuring different poses and techniques. Adults of all experience levels are welcome, and attendance is free with no sign-up required. Bring your own mat or use one of the limited mats available. Handouts at the library describe what each class will cover. Arrive early to sign in and save your spot.

Dr. Mo Elamir, MD, FACP, of OxyPeak presents a free seminar focused on longevity and the GLP-1 revolution beyond weight loss. RSVPs are appreciated.

Enjoy $8 martinis and a $10 specialty flatbread at Jenny’s during Tini Tuesdays.

Celebrate local veterans and the connections built through music at a showcase featuring veteran musicians from Arts in Health Ocala Metro’s Jam Corps and the Ocala Vet Center Jam Band. The performers will share songs they chose themselves in an engaging, jam-band style concert. Jam Corps brings veterans of all musical abilities together for supportive weekly music sessions, encouraging connection, self-expression, and belonging. Attendance is free, and family, friends, and community members are welcome.

Salsa and bachata classes are offered at beginner and intermediate levels. Classes include beginner salsa, bachata, and intermediate salsa. The cost is $10 per class per person when paying with cash or $12 when paying by credit card.

Lenny Pearce’s Toddler Rave World Tour brings big beats and little feet together for a family rave designed to wrap up before bedtime.

Enjoy Yacht Rock music bingo featuring smooth classics, laid-back vibes, and chances to win.

Enjoy Mixed Hits Music Bingo at Gators Dockside Hunters Creek, where familiar songs set the scene for a lively game. Sing along and play for a chance to win.

Enjoy two rounds of trivia, starting with general knowledge and followed by a weekly changing theme.

Enjoy an evening of Level 2 and Level 3 classes, with a Level 1 class also offered, followed by a social. Pricing options include the full evening, a class and the social, Level 1 and the social, or the social alone.

A monthly book club gathering pairs with an intentional friendship meetup at Fenney Rec Center. The room will be divided so one area hosts the Book Worms discussion while another offers a relaxed spot to sit, chat, and make new friends. Several book choices have been selected for the month, and attendees can read one or more, then join small discussion groups based on what they finished. New and curious readers are welcome to attend to meet members and learn about the club. Please RSVP if you plan to go and update your response if your plans change. Bring your own beverage and a fresh book recommendation for the following month to share as everyone celebrates a shared love of reading and time together.

Gather a team for a free general knowledge trivia game featuring three rounds. The top three teams receive gift card prizes.

AEG Presents offers a 40th anniversary in-concert presentation of Jim Henson's Labyrinth at The Plaza Live. This event is open to all ages.

Connect with local business owners for networking, referrals, and meaningful professional connections. The meeting offers an opportunity to build relationships with people committed to helping one another grow.

This welcoming meditation session is open to everyone, from beginners to experienced practitioners. It begins with a brief meet and greet, followed by a guided meditation lasting 10 to 15 minutes, a contemplative reading, and time for reflection and discussion. The session closes with a three-minute meditation centered on three questions to help embrace the day ahead. You may bring a mat or meditation pillow if you prefer. Classes are free for members of the Lake Nona Community.

1 Million Cups is a free nationwide program designed to educate, engage, and accelerate startups and small businesses. Led by local entrepreneurs, it welcomes everyone to connect, collaborate, and support the local startup community.

Explore caregiver employment opportunities through an on-the-spot interview. Applicants need a CNA, HHA, LPN, or RN certification or license, though assistance with obtaining an HHA is available. Required items include I-9 documentation, CPR, a TB test or chest X-ray, a background check, and AHCA fingerprinting. Applicants must be able to communicate effectively in English. Completing an application before arriving can save time.

Introductory sessions are starting now. No pre-registration is required.

Boardwalk Bowl offers active, reserve, and retired military members 20% off bowling, food, and soft drinks as a token of appreciation for their service. Veterans and their families are eligible. A valid military ID is required as proof of service. The offer is subject to lane availability, and other restrictions may apply.

Meet Millie Second, an inventor from another time who has landed in the present without knowing how she got there or how to return home. Her time machine, The Chord Explorer, will not start, and its instruction manual is missing key pages. The maestro, musicians, and audience use their musical minds to help power the machine as the adventure travels through eras from the Renaissance to the Roaring ’20s, the space race, and the gold rush. Presented by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra in partnership with Orange County Public Schools, the program is performed for more than 65,000 local public-school students each year.

Kids Craft Club offers a welcoming, drop-in creative experience where children explore a new project each week, learn artistic techniques, build confidence, and make friends. Activities include painting, building, experimenting, and fun STEAM-style projects. Children of all ages and experience levels are welcome, and each child creates something to take home. The club is approved for Step Up for Students scholarships, and self-pay families are welcome. The cost is $10 per child.

Enjoy a free weekly cruise-in open to all makes and models, including classic, custom, modern muscle, and special-interest cars and trucks. Each week features a “Cruiser of the Week” award, and attendees can choose from Sunset Delights’ food and ice cream menu. The gathering is hosted by Sunset Delights and the Asphalt Misfits of North Central Florida.

Back at Sawgrass Grove in The Villages, The 789s power through a high-energy set that spans the 70s, 80s, and 90s, mixing classic hits with long-lost favorites. Rock anthems, pop sing-alongs, and disco grooves come with a fresh twist, creating a fun, dance-ready atmosphere from start to finish.

Fresh Market at Ferran brings an outdoor community market to Ferran Park in downtown Eustis, with Lake Eustis as a scenic backdrop. Explore local vendors featuring food, sweet treats, handmade goods, and offerings from small businesses. Pick up something tasty, find a one of a kind gift, or spend a relaxed time with family while meeting the people behind favorite local shops. Visitors from Eustis, Mount Dora, Tavares, and across Lake County can enjoy a waterfront market experience with plenty to discover. Vendor selections and activities may vary by date.

Weekly bingo features early bird and regular games, along with a 50/50 drawing. Friends are welcome.

Explore Capoeira, a Brazilian art form that brings together martial arts, dance, acrobatics, music, and cultural traditions. Beginner classes introduce students to movement, coordination, flexibility, music and instruments, vocal training, and teamwork in a welcoming community setting. Kids and adults can take part, and Capoeira students are encouraged to attend the music class.

Play in weekly Yu-Gi-Oh! locals with a $5 entry fee.

This supportive, skill-building group for men explores how the brain, nervous system, and past experiences can shape emotions, relationships, and parenting. Grounded in holistic care, neuroscience, and trauma-informed principles, it incorporates evidence-based Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills. Participants will practice mindfulness, discuss practical parenting tools, and apply skills to everyday situations, with a focus on regulating emotions, managing stress, communicating intentionally, setting healthy boundaries, and strengthening connections with their children and families. The group provides a welcoming, nonjudgmental space to build self-awareness and resilience.

Celebrate Homecoming with a red, white, and blue dress-up dance party featuring a variety of music. Enjoy the festivities as the Homecoming King and Queen are crowned, and hear the announcement of the 2026 Dancing with our Villages Stars. Admission is available with a membership card or for $10 at the door. Guests may bring their own beverages, and dress to impress.

Enjoy a round of music bingo at Froggers Mt. Dora, featuring country hits to sing along to as you play.

Explore the music and culture of Capoeira, a Brazilian art form that combines martial arts, dance, acrobatics, music, and community. The music lesson includes instruction in instruments and vocal training, and all Capoeira students are encouraged to attend. The program also covers Brazilian traditions, teamwork, coordination, and flexibility. Students of all ages and experience levels are welcome. Step Up for Students scholarships are accepted.

The Villages Charter High School Choral and Band groups join The Heart of Florida Barbershop Chorus for a Veterans Day tribute at The Tracy Performing Arts Center. The event features choral, instrumental, and barbershop performances honoring those who have served. Tickets are on sale, with additional ticket information to be announced.

Enjoy a round of music bingo at Boardwalk Bowl, featuring legendary Motown soul hits and a chance to play to win.

Enjoy a throwback music bingo experience featuring iconic hits from the 1980s at Teak Neighborhood Grill in Orlando.

Put your knowledge to the test in a trivia competition against fellow agents at 007 Kitchen & Bar. Enjoy weekday happy hour and compete for Dezerland Park prizes at Orlando’s Only Bond Experience.

The British pop-rock trio BBMak is returning with its signature close harmonies and guitar-driven melodies. Known for the debut album Sooner or Later and songs “Still on Your Side” and “Back Here,” the group has sold over a million albums and toured globally with *NSYNC and Britney Spears. Their performance features a blend of melodic pop and rock-and-roll, along with nostalgic favorites.

The Neighbourhood is performing in Orlando.

The Neighbourhood brings together alternative rock and dreamy pop for a live performance featuring the band’s hit songs at Kia Center in Orlando.

LADIES LOVE WEDNESDAYS is a weekly late-night party at Room 22 and Sidebar in downtown Orlando, with DJs and two rooms offering different vibes. The night continues after wine-down and after-work events, bringing a grown, elevated ladies-night atmosphere. RSVP benefits include free entry before 11 PM, free drinks for everyone until 11:30 PM, and all-in $200 bottles until midnight. Early arrival is suggested because capacity may be reached.

The 33rd annual FuelTech World Street Nationals brings a multi day drag racing showcase to Orlando Speed World Dragway, highlighted by the signature Race for the Wally. Ticket options include a 3 day pass for $85, a 2 day pass for $60 available at the gate, and a 1 day pass for $30 at the gate. Children 10 and under are admitted free. VIP parking is $100, a golf cart pass is $100, and RV parking is $160. The program features an opening day test session priced at $200, followed by multiple qualifying rounds across the event. Details on classes and payouts will be announced soon. For sponsorships, vendor booths, or additional information, contact fernando@raceosw.com or 407-568-5522.

Enjoy a free, hands-on painting workshop in a welcoming and supportive setting. The sessions are designed with special encouragement for people with intellectual or developmental disabilities, and ESE students are welcome. All materials are provided, and no prior art experience is needed. The workshop is supported by the James E. and Betty J. Huffer Foundation.

Needle Nags is a special interest group for fabric enthusiasts that explores appliqué techniques and decorative stitching. Activities cover edge appliqué using freezer paper, needle-turn methods, and machine appliqué, along with embroidery embellishments to add detail to finished pieces. Meetings take place at the Marion County Sheriff's Substation. Participants can stay for a short visit or spend more time, depending on their plans.

Settle into a restorative session combining guided meditation and hands-on energy healing with body intuitive and energy healer Kara. The meditation is designed to quiet the mind and open the body to healing as Kara offers intuitive energy work while you rest. First-time participants receive a complimentary individual angel card reading after the meditation. The session welcomes people new to energy healing as well as experienced practitioners, and no prior experience is needed.

Designed for women who have long kept everything going for others yet feel drained inside, this astrology-guided, restorative retreat invites a slower rhythm, steadier nerves, and a renewed sense of freedom. Set at Full Circle Retreats, a serene mini-farm in Inverness, FL, the land itself supports the experience with quiet forest paths, nearby springs, and the calming presence of animals that have been rescued. The atmosphere encourages you to breathe more easily, listen inwardly, and remember your natural pace. Across this immersive journey, participants are guided through contemplative and embodied practices that help the body unwind and the mind settle. Gentle modalities may include Yoga Nidra, sound-based relaxation such as a water-supported sound bath, unhurried time in nature, creative expression, and reflective inquiry shaped by the symbolism of the stars. The focus is not on effort or performance. It centers on safety, rhythm, and presence so inner wisdom can reawaken in its own time. Nourishment extends to the table with shared outdoor meals that feature local flavors and a cozy, communal setting, creating a warm sense of connection. This experience resonates with thoughtful, capable women whose lives look orderly on the surface yet feel tired in ways ordinary rest has not resolved. It suits those who value depth without overload, a grounded approach to spirituality, and restoration without pressure to fix themselves. It is not intended for high-intensity activation or constant stimulation. Participants typically leave with practical, integrative tools and a felt memory of ease that can be carried into everyday life. Expect a more regulated nervous system, more self-trust and clearer insight, a healthier relationship with rest and intuition, and vitality grounded in being rather than endless doing. The invitation is to reclaim the quiet spark that has been there all along and to return to daily life with more steadiness, clarity, and a sense of home within yourself.

A bike night at Great Chicago Fire Brewery & Tap Room in downtown Leesburg is presented with support from Gator Harley-Davidson. The event features live music, a full bar, and beer from the on site brewery, which pours ten house-made options alongside domestic and imported choices. The kitchen serves an authentic Chicago-style menu, including thin crust pizzas. Happy hour offers one dollar off beer, wine, and liquor, and gift cards are available.

This psychoeducational skills program explores how the autonomic nervous system can influence stress, emotions, relationships, and everyday experiences. In a small-group setting, participants learn about nervous system patterns, practice practical skills, and explore ways to support regulation, resilience, and overall well-being. Supportive group connection offers space to learn and practice together. For more information or to sign up, call 352-203-0357.

Discover a gentle introduction to aerial movement in a four-week series designed to help your body feel supported, spacious, and strong. Blending the grounding focus of traditional yoga with the lift of a silk hammock, this experience encourages ease of motion and confidence in every session. Expect gentle decompression to ease tension in the neck and back, deep stretches without strain, improved balance and strength, and a playful sense of trust and lightness. The journey builds progressively from grounded, restorative poses close to the floor, to mid-hammock work that develops stability and control, then to elevated shapes and approachable inversions that create space through the spine. It welcomes those who are new to aerial yoga as well as practitioners looking to explore their practice in a fresh way, and it is best suited for participants who already have a yoga practice and know basic poses. Led by Stephanie Adames, E-CYT500, whose professional aerial yoga training and safety-first approach provide attentive, hands-on guidance in a small-group setting. Capacity is limited to five hammocks for personalized attention. The full series is $100. Hammocks have a 250 lb weight limit. All bookings are final, and there are no credits, refunds, or transfers for missed, late, or canceled reservations. This series takes place at Soulful Yoga Connections.

Ohio musician Ethan Timm brings the spirit of classic rock to Pisces Rising in Mount Dora, pairing soulful, smooth vocals with deft, blues-tinged guitar. Expect a mix of familiar favorites from years past, original songs crafted in that same tradition, and a few deep-cut covers. Each performance takes its own shape, blending playfulness with passion from start to finish.

Enjoy five pay-as-you-go bingo games. Cards cost $2 for each of the first three games and $5 for each of the last two. Reservations are required, and exact change is requested.

Enjoy casual chess in Sodo with craft tacos, pizza, beer, and sodas available for purchase. The free weekly open play welcomes everyone, and participants can come and go during the evening.

Jeremy Harding and the Ashton Cigar crew will be on hand for a Thirsty Thursday gathering featuring a one-day-only look at the latest offerings from Ashton.

Sip n’ Shop nights at Kaleidoscope in the Kommons feature music, drinks, food, and shopping, with local makers, artists, and small businesses invited to showcase their products. The markets offer a community-focused space to support local vendors.

Take part in a mid-campaign session of D&D Phandelver & Below: The Shattered Obelisk. New players are welcome.

The Orlando City Run Club meets every Thursday for a group run.

Celebrate two decades of hope and help with a screening of the short film TO WRITE LOVE. The film shares how To Write Love on Her Arms has supported people and helped bring mental health conversations into the mainstream. The gathering also features Vans Warped Tour founder Kevin Lyman, TWLOHA founder Jamie Tworkowski, and writer and poet Renee Yohe. Attendance is free, with seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. Donations will support mental health care through TWLOHA’s Treatment & Recovery Program.

Enjoy great food, plenty of drinks, and a lively game of rock and roll bingo. It is free to play, with prizes for the winners.

Enjoy a weekly trivia night at the Marketplace with Empire Trivia, featuring friendly team competition and plenty of laughs. Playing is free, with prizes for the top three teams and four additional chances to win. Marketplace vendors offer dinner options, and no registration is required.

Emerging from Southeast Los Angeles, The Altons bring an intimate, soulful sound shaped by the romantic vocal harmonies of Adriana Flores and Bryan Ponce, virtuosic guitar, and an organic rhythm section. Their music blends classic soul influences with heartfelt songwriting, heard in songs including “Over and Over” and “When You Go (That’s When You’ll Know).” Archer Oh provides support for the performance.

This beginner-friendly hip hop class is designed for adults who want to move, learn choreography, and have fun, with no dance experience required. Choreography is broken down in a supportive, judgment-free environment, and people who are returning to dance, trying a class for the first time, or have never danced before are welcome. Suitable for ages 15 and up. Wear comfortable clothes you can move in and sneakers.