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The Crayola Experience Orlando offers free admission for dads on Father's Day. Photo courtesy of Crayola Experience
The Crayola Experience Orlando offers free admission for dads on Father's Day. Photo courtesy of Crayola Experience
6/14/23 - By Charlotte B

Looking for the best things to do in Orlando this Father's Day weekend and Juneteenth? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

Celebrate Dads and father-figures this Father's Day weekend in Orlando with lots of great events! Dads get FREE admission to Leu Gardens, Crayola Experience, and Orange County History Center. This weekend also commemorates Juneteenth, with Orlando events in Groveland, Kissimmee, Longwood, Winter Park, and other nearby places. There's even more Orlando happenings this weekend —see below for all the details!

Did we mention we’re running weekly giveaways all summer long? This week we’re giving away a Mommy Poppins beach tote, plus each entry also counts as an extra entry into our Ultimate Summer Giveaway, an all-included trip to Nick Resort Punta Cana! Find out how to enter on our Facebook page!

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The annual Orlando Juneteenth Celebration commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans with music, vendors, a kids zone, and more. Photos courtesy of the City of Orlando
The annual Orlando Juneteenth Celebration commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans with music, vendors, a kids zone, and more. Photos courtesy of the City of Orlando

Things to Do This Weekend in Orlando with Kids

Altamonte Springs Dive-In Movie Night

Altamonte - Friday, June 16
Enjoy a movie while floating in the pool or relaxing poolside. The pool opens at 7:30pm, with movies beginning at dusk. Kids ages 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. READ MORE

Aquatica Pass Member VIP Slide Night

Orlando - Friday, June 16
Pass members can visit Aquatica Orlando for a VIP event with special entertainment, food and beverages, and all your favorite water attractions. READ MORE

City of Groveland's Juneteenth Celebration

Groveland - Friday, June 16
Join the City of Groveland for its Juneteenth Celebration, which includes food vendors, live entertainment, dance, family activities, and more. READ MORE

One Daytona Summer in the Circle Concert Series

Daytona - Fridays through August 18
One Daytona is hosting a summer concert series, taking place at the Victory Circle Stage. The splash pad will be on for the kids, with restaurants and shopping close by. READ MORE

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince in Concert

Orlando - June 16 & 17
Harry Potter fans can watch Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince on the big screen in HD while the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra performs the accompanying music. READ MORE

American Eagle Day at Avian Reconditioning Center

Apopka - Saturday, June 17
Visit the Avian Reconditioning Center for Birds of Prey to celebrate American Eagle Day and learn about our national symbol, the bald eagle. Guests will also have the opportunity to take photos with an ambassador bald eagle. READ MORE

City of Longwood Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom

Longwood - Saturday, June 17
Visit Reiter Park for the City of Longwood Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom. This free community event features live entertainment, guest speakers, food trucks, vendors, and more. READ MORE

City of Orlando Juneteenth Celebration

Orlando - Saturday, June 17
The annual Orlando Juneteenth Celebration commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans. The celebration includes music, vendors, a kids zone, and more. READ MORE

Get Outdoors Casselberry

Casselberry - Saturday, June 17
Join the City of Casselberry to learn about its waterways and try out kayaking and paddleboarding at no cost. READ MORE

Juneteenth Celebration in Hannibal Square

Winter Park - Saturday, June 17
The Hannibal Square Heritage Center is commemorating Juneteenth with performances, storytelling, panel discussions, and a free Father's Day community breakfast. READ MORE

Kissimmee Juneteenth Festival

Kissimmee - Saturday, June 17
The Kissimmee Juneteenth Festival is a community event celebrating African American culture with live music, food, and vendors. READ MORE

Night Hike at the Zoo

Sanford - Saturday, June 17
Guests take a flashlight tour on a nocturnal adventure of the Central Florida Zoo, with up-close animal encounters along the way. READ MORE

Orange County Hurricane Expo

Orlando - Saturday, June 17
Prep for hurricane season at Orange County's annual Hurricane Expo. Learn storm preparedness tips, recovery tips, meet safety professionals, and get an update on this year's hurricane season from a local meteorologist. Free hurricane preparedness items are available while supplies last. READ MORE

St. Cloud Movie in the Park

St. Cloud - Saturday, June 17
Enjoy an outdoor movie night with a showing of the animated film Over the Hedge (rated PG). READ MORE

Story Stroll at Orlando Family Stage

Orlando - Saturday, June 17
Take your toddler (ages 2-3) on a 30-minute story stroll through Loch Haven Park, complete with creative play. READ MORE

Crayola Experience: Free Admission for Dads

Orlando - June 17 & 18
Enjoy a colorful Father's Day weekend at Crayola Experience, where dads get free admission with a paid child admission. READ MORE

Father's Day BBQ at Enzian

Maitland - Sunday, June 18
Surprise Dad with a BBQ buffet and movie at Enzian. Movie shown will be Major League (1989; rated R). READ MORE

Father's Day Celebration at Boxi Park

Lake Nona - Sunday, June 18
Spend the day with dad at Boxi Park enjoying live music, games, BBQ, and more. READ MORE

Father's Day Improv Show at SAK Comedy Lab

Orlando - Sunday, June 18
Treat Dad to an afternoon of laughs at an improv comedy show appropriate for the whole family. READ MORE

Leu Gardens: Free Entrance for Dads

Orlando - Sunday, June 18
Leu Gardens offers free admission for dads on Father's Day. Stroll through the 50-acre lush botanical gardens, smell the roses, or just relax in the shade of a beautiful oak tree. READ MORE

Orange County History Center: Free Admission for Dads

Orlando - Sunday, June 18
On Father's Day, dads (or caregivers) get free admission to the four floors of exhibits at the Orange County History Center. The exhibits cover more than 12,000 years of Central Florida history. READ MORE
With a variety of water slides, guests can choose their level of thrills at Aquatica Orlando. Photo courtesy of Aquatica
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