This weekend in Winter Garden, FL

Head back to the lanes for a relaxed Sunday filled with fun.

Experience the ORLANDO FIRE & FLAVOR FESTIVAL at Orlando Festival Park in Orlando. This event offers a festival setting built around the theme of fire and flavor.

Chocolate lovers and runners come together for a 5K that blends fitness with indulgence. Expect complimentary chocolate at the finish, a custom event T-shirt, and a limited-edition medal for chocoholics. Music from a local DJ keeps the energy high, an awards presentation recognizes the speediest participants, and a dedicated kids race includes its own medals, shirts, and plenty of chocolate. The atmosphere is family friendly from start to finish.

Set out from Propagate Social House in Apopka for a relaxed Sunday Funday Runday on the West Orange Trail. The group will head south for 20 minutes, then turn around for another 20, so everyone finishes together. ARC is a community running group that welcomes all experience levels and every pace, whether you prefer to run, walk, hop, skip, crawl, or trot. After the workout, enjoy coffee or a breakfast sandwich at Propagate Social House. Please consider current weather and available daylight when choosing what to bring and wear.

This guided walk with Farmer Banks moves through a seven acre showcase of regenerative agriculture. The property features 15 experimental gardens that range from vegetables, herbs, and tea plants to a Monet inspired display and shaded beds, along with a food forest, orchard, and vineyard. Specialty areas include pineapple and watermelon patches, a wild blackberry section, a row of sugarcane, and a bamboo living fence. Sustainability is on full display, including a farmhouse designed for passive heating and cooling, rainwater collection, greywater filtration, solar panels, vermicompost tea brewing, beehives, and a lemongrass lined driveway that helps reduce erosion. Banks shares practical insights and stories with a healthy dose of dad humor, and on occasion well known local growers stop in to talk about new varieties and techniques. The experience is family friendly. A hat and plenty of curiosity are recommended, and guests can expect to sample whatever is in season.

The shopping area associated with the seminar is open to the public. Seminar sessions and classes require advance registration and payment. Room details are still being finalized and will be shared when available. On site, look for directional signs to the shopping area, or ask at the hotel front desk for directions.

Downtown Clermont hosts a lively farmers market featuring produce, artisan items, and goods from area vendors, all in a welcoming small town atmosphere. It is a place to pick up a coffee, walk through the park, and browse a variety of booths while supporting local businesses. The setting is family friendly and works well for meeting up with friends.

Enjoy a restorative mindfulness outing led by certified instructor Felecia Bryant at Oakland Nature Preserve. Open to all levels, this gentle program blends a half-mile forest bathing walk with a guided meditation to encourage a slower pace and a deeper connection with the surroundings. Meet at the porch of the Educational Center and bring water. The cost is $10. Advance registration is required and space is limited. Those interested in extending their practice may register separately for the Yoga at the Lake session.

Explore The Giving Farm during a farm tour that highlights seven acres of experimental growing spaces and hands-on sustainability. The grounds feature 15 distinct gardens, including vegetables, herbs, and tea, along with a Monet and shade garden, a food forest, an orchard, a vineyard, pineapple and watermelon patches, a wild blackberry patch, a sugar cane row, and a bamboo living fence. Sustainable practices are on display throughout, from a farmhouse designed for passive heating and cooling to rainwater catchment, gray water filtration, a solar array, worm tea production, bee hives, and erosion protection along a lemongrass-lined driveway, all with an emphasis on regenerative farming principles. Banks shares insights, stories, and a few Dad jokes, and local celebrity farmers occasionally stop by to talk about new planting varieties and techniques. Seasonal harvests are tasted together, so an appetite is welcome. Families are invited to participate, and visitors may want to bring children, a hat, and plenty of curiosity.

Promoted as the sole bird show in the Orlando area, this expo brings everything avian together under one roof. Browse a wide variety of birds along with care essentials like toys, cages, stands, feed and more. It offers a convenient one-stop shopping experience for anyone looking to outfit and care for their feathered companions.

In the River Run South complex, browse a wide mix of items for sale as the holidays approach. Expect plenty of holiday light sets and Christmas ornaments, including Disney collectibles, along with stocking stuffers, small plush toys, household goods, home decor and lamps. Additional finds include bedding such as quilt sets, a men's 26 inch bicycle with accessories like an extra pair of off-road tires, a helmet and inner tubes, a 48 inch black wood TV console, and a 48 inch blonde wood custom entertainment center on wheels for easy movement. The selection spans many interests and needs.

Dulce Bembé brings a sweet selection to Mount Dora Village Market with specialty keto-friendly cakes and brownies made with almond and coconut flours and sweetened with allulose. Look for flavors like Hazelnut Bembé, Chocolate Chip Bembé, Cinnamon Bun Bembé, Banana Bembé, and Brownie Bembé, plus Peanut Butter Brownie Bites and Bembé Brownie Bites. Everything is prepared without artificial sweeteners, highlighting carefully chosen ingredients and thoughtful baking.

A Downtown Orlando staple since 1987, this market brings the community together at Lake Eola Park with a welcoming park setting and a wide range of local vendors and small businesses. Visitors can stroll by the lake, take in the city atmosphere, and browse an array of goods. Local Tomatoes LLC offers a colorful selection of fresh fruits, vegetables, seasonal produce, and farm fresh eggs. The spirit of the event centers on shopping local, supporting small businesses, enjoying fresh food, and celebrating Orlando.

Explore a bustling marketplace of handmade finds and one of a kind gifts, featuring artisan creations and tasty treats from local makers. Expect food trucks and a wide selection of jewelry alongside other creative goods. For previews of vendor offerings and the latest updates, check the event page. Registered vendors who have not received a confirmation email in the past week can reach out at stevenpaulsignup14@gmail.com.

Free Family Funday at the Mennello Museum of American Art is a monthly program with complimentary admission, docent-led gallery tours, and a hands-on art activity. Each month offers a new project inspired by the museum’s current exhibitions, created with children and families in mind. Tours are open to all visitors. For those who prefer at-home creativity, video instructions for the art projects are available on the program’s website. Presented by VyStar Credit Union and Orlando Health.

At UF IFAS Extension Seminole County, the 5th Annual Seed and Sapling Swap Social brings together native plant enthusiasts for a relaxed indoor gathering focused on 100% Florida native plants. Presented by Cuplet Fern and facilitated by Gracie Politte, this ticketed event is open to the public, with a donation jar available at the door for anyone who missed the online ticket window. Each ticket holder receives free plants upon arrival to jumpstart swapping and bartering. Attendees are welcome to bring refreshments to share, creating a friendly potluck atmosphere where guests can socialize, network, and trade seeds and saplings with fellow plant lovers.

Mount Dora Historic District comes alive for a weekend celebration of wonder that turns the city into Florida’s hub for magic and laughter. The Mount Dora Magic Bash fills the days and nights with close-up and stage entertainment, comedy, roaming street acts, and family-friendly surprises that seem impossible. Friday features Giovanni in an intimate parlor setting. Saturday brings a completely different show as comedy magician Erick Olson takes the spotlight. By day, performers animate downtown, participating restaurants host pop-up feats, kids gather for one big magic show, and magic historian Phil Schwartz presents Houdini’s Greatest Escape to mark 100 years since Harry Houdini’s passing. The final day includes a magicians-only after party, followed by Laugh All Night at First Baptist Mount Dora with nationally touring comedian David Dean. Some activities are free. Evening parlor shows require tickets and seating is limited. Attend a single highlight or enjoy the full slate all weekend.

A vibrant outdoor celebration of Haitian Fritay, music, and culture fills Wall Street Plaza in Downtown Orlando, turning the plaza into a lively gathering for the Haitian and Caribbean community, families, friends, and anyone eager to explore Haiti’s flavors and sounds. Food vendors serve beloved specialties such as griot, fried plantains, pikliz, tassot, patties, accra, fried chicken, and other Haitian favorites, offering a rich taste of the island’s culinary traditions. The music sets the tone with Kompa, Zouk, Gouyad, Raboday, Afrobeats, and other Caribbean selections, with live DJs and special guests keeping energy high. Festival highlights include Haitian cuisine at the forefront, drinks available across the plaza, local vendors and businesses, and plenty of photo-ready moments, all in an all-ages, open-air setting in the heart of Downtown Orlando.

Settle in for a focused write-in at Winter Park Library, presented by Writer’s Atelier. Participants will move through timed writing sprints with short breaks to recharge. Bring your preferred writing tools and any additional supplies you like to use. This event is free.

Settle in at Lake Harris Hideaway for an easygoing afternoon as Tommy blends country and southern rock, weaving heartfelt lyrics with a rugged southern vibe. Relax with a chilled drink, take in the lakeside atmosphere, and sing along to familiar tunes. Expect tasty food, refreshing beverages, and live music carrying through the afternoon, welcoming both longtime followers and first-time listeners.

Make-your-own spooky sundae fun returns to West Orange Creamery & Soda Fountain. Kids can build their own treat at the shop while adults supervise and help with the fun. Each Spooky Sundae includes one kiddie scoop of ice cream, six spooky toppings, and a bottled water. The shop provides the setup, and you assemble your creation on site. Visit during regular shop hours on the day you choose. The price is $11.75 per sundae, and a preorder is required.

At Helena modern riviera, this monthly brunch puts confidence at the center of the dress code. Expect good food and laughter, with the option to capture outfit photos, and a feel-good sendoff. Attendees of any age can come exactly as they are, whether dressed to the nines or keeping it casual, in thrifted treasures or designer pieces, all in a judgment-free setting. It is a chance to wear favorite outfits without waiting for a special occasion, connect with others, and lift each other up.

This weekly, free-to-play Pokémon meetup at Flashpoint Comics & Games welcomes both newcomers and seasoned battlers. Enjoy casual matches, a friendly atmosphere, and a chance to connect with other fans. Participants should bring their own deck and are welcome to come with friends. All experience levels are invited to take part in relaxed play and build skills alongside the community.

A candlelit tribute to the film music of Hans Zimmer arrives at The Abbey - Orlando, offering an intimate, multi-sensory atmosphere for beloved themes reimagined for strings. The Listeso String Quartet performs selections from Inception, The Lion King, Madagascar, Dunkirk, The Pacific, The Dark Knight, Wonder Woman, Gladiator, Interstellar, Dune, Sherlock Holmes, and Pirates of the Caribbean, surrounding the audience with cinematic melodies in a warm glow. The program lasts about 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the music begins, and no entry is allowed after the start. Guests must be at least 8 years old, and anyone under 16 must attend with an adult. The venue is ADA compliant. Seating is assigned within each zone on a first come, first served basis. This event is an unofficial tribute and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the artist, their estate, or official representatives.

A local gathering for the Pokemon Trading Card Game where players meet to play and connect. The entry fee is $10, and prizes are provided as store credit.

AniMayhem Halloween Mini-Con brings a Halloween twist to anime and pop culture at Cranes Roost Park. The experience includes artists and vendors, treats, a trunk-or-treat activity, meet-and-greets with award-winning cosplayers, and photo opportunities with Mimikyu, Gengar, Derpy, and Chopper. Try an anime-themed painting activity and enjoy music from DJs as the fandom community comes together. POGO players will find many Gyms and PokéStops nearby. Admission and parking are free, and cosplay, costumes, and fursuits are encouraged.

This standard-format YuGiOh TCG event offers check-in at the store, a $5 entry fee, and prizes provided in packs.

Now in its third year, the Songbirds Spooktacular Halloween Parade builds on a hometown tradition that has grown from a small community procession into a widely anticipated family event in Oviedo. More than 1,500 families participated last year, and an even larger crowd is expected. Costumes are encouraged, and there are several ways to take part, whether decorating a float, showcasing a themed vehicle, or walking together as a group. The parade offers a cheerful Halloween atmosphere for families and friends to celebrate together.

Enjoy a night of chills at A Petrified Forest in Altamonte Springs with three haunted trails to choose from. This blood moon edition features the Mayhem Bloodmoon Pass, which grants unlimited entry to all three attractions. Tickets are 48 dollars, coming to 54.97 dollars after taxes and fees. Free monitored parking is available off-site.

Weezer performs alongside The Shins and Silversun Pickups at Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. This concert brings all three bands together on the same bill at the venue.