Get ready for a packed weekend in Orlando! Don't miss the massive Central Florida Fair, the cultural explosion of Panda Fest, and a special sensory-friendly morning for little ones at Urban Air Adventure Park. If you need one last dose of seasonal fun, check out the final days of Mardi Gras at Busch Gardens or the closing performances of Cirque de Paris.
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Clarcona Country: Country Music in the Park
Clarcona Horse Park
Free outdoor event with a petting zoo and pony rides this Saturday.
Cirque Anouchka Bouglione presents Cirque de Paris
Orange City (Blue and white big top)
Elegant indoor circus performance showcasing acrobatics and BMX artistry.
Urban Air Adventure Park's Jumperoo
Urban Air Adventure Park
Exclusive jump time for kids 5 and under this Saturday morning.
· February 28
8: This is your chance to dive into one of the nation's fastest-growing Asian food and culture festivals right here in Orlando. Expect over 80 food vendors offering 200+ dishes spanning China, Japan, Korea, Thailand, and Vietnam. It’s a huge culinary adventure for the whole family.It runs both Saturday and Sunday, offering a massive, vibrant cultural experience packed with delicious food options.
FREE : Head out to Apopka for a completely free country music celebration featuring family activities like a rock wall, mechanical bull, pony rides, and a petting zoo. It's a fantastic way to spend a Saturday enjoying the outdoors.It’s free, outdoors, and packed with fun activities specifically for kids like pony rides and a petting zoo.
FREE : Celebrate 100 years of Firehouse 3 with fun for the whole family! Activities include museum tours, bounce houses, food, and tours of real fire trucks.It's free, historic, and offers structured activities like bounce houses perfect for kids.
FRIENDS ON THE FARM : A great hands-on morning activity involving animal feeding, planting, crafts, and sensory bins. It’s designed for kids to get dirty and engage their minds.This is a unique, one-off structured farm experience perfect for preschoolers who love hands-on interaction.
FREE : Celebrate the Lunar New Year of the Horse with free admission to this festival featuring Dragon and Lion dances, Japanese Taiko, and martial arts demonstrations. A great cultural introduction for the family.It’s a free, culturally rich event celebrating the Lunar New Year with exciting performances.
: Catch this elegant 90-minute circus performance featuring BMX artistry, aerial choreography, and classic acrobatics. It’s refined, high-quality entertainment happening this weekend only.It’s one of the last chances to see this European-style circus before it closes on Sunday.
: The 114th annual fair is happening all weekend long, featuring classic midway rides, games, livestock exhibitions, and plenty of fair food. Saturday hours are 12 PM to 10 PM.It’s the premier traditional fair experience running for 11 days, perfect for a full day of varied entertainment.
: Visit the farm for fresh strawberries, food vendors, and general outdoor fun. This festival runs on weekends throughout March, making this Saturday a great time to go.It offers fresh farm fun and activities perfect for a Central Florida weekend outing.
· March 1
4: Head to Lake Nona for this community pet event happening on Sunday morning. While details are scarce, pet-focused community events usually mean fun for the whole family.It's a special Sunday community event focused on pets in the growing Lake Nona area.
: This is the final day to catch the quirky stage show about tweens competing in a spelling bee, featuring hilarious and touching stories. It runs through Sunday, so plan your visit now.It’s the absolute last day for this performance, and the subject matter appeals directly to older children/tweens.
ORLANDO PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA PRESENTS BRAHMS SYMPHONY NO. 1 : A powerful evening concert featuring renowned conductor JoAnn Falletta leading the orchestra through works by Fanfare for the Uncommon Woman, Shostakovich, and Brahms. Both Saturday and Sunday performances are available.A chance for families interested in classical music to attend a high-caliber performance together.
: This is the final day for Busch Gardens' Mardi Gras celebration featuring food, entertainment, and music. If you are heading south towards Tampa, this is your last chance this season!It is explicitly the final day of this limited-run festival, making it a time-sensitive event for families.
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3: This special morning session is exclusively for children aged 5 and under, giving your youngest ones a chance to safely enjoy the trampolines and attractions without older kids around.It's specifically designated for toddlers and preschoolers, making it ideal for the under-5 crowd.
FREE : If you have a child four or under, bring them for hands-on creativity because admission is free for preschoolers during this special event window. It’s a colorful, engaging indoor option.It offers free entry for the target age group (4 and under) on Saturday.
: Spend the morning enjoying the farm atmosphere in Kissimmee. The $15 entry lets kids interact with animals, which is a wonderful hands-on experience.It’s a great, consistent, hands-on outdoor activity available on Saturday morning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Orlando this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-01) there are two great free options: the Clarcona Country: Country Music in the Park on Saturday, which includes pony rides, and the 4th Annual Avalon Park SpringFest, also on Saturday, featuring cultural performances.
What family events are happening on Sunday, March 1st?
Sunday activities include the final day of the Putnam County Spelling Bee at Theatre South Playhouse, the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra concert, the Central Florida Fair, and the Pet Palooza community event in Lake Nona.
Are there any last-chance events this weekend?
Yes, the Mardi Gras celebration at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay ends Sunday, March 1st, and the Cirque de Paris closes on Sunday as well.
