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Epcot's International Festival of the Arts wraps up this weekend with performing arts, culinary arts, visual arts, and interactive fun for all ages. Photo by the author
Epcot's International Festival of the Arts wraps up this weekend with performing arts, culinary arts, visual arts, and interactive fun for all ages. Photo by the author
2/14/24 - By Charlotte B

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

This Presidents Day weekend, take a trip to Daytona for the Daytona Speedweeks races; celebrate Scottish culture at the Mount Dora Scottish Highland Festival; and head to the annual Silver Spurs Rodeo. It's the final weekend to visit Epcot's International Festival of the Arts and the Osceola County Fair. And with Presidents Day on Monday, it's also a great weekend to plan a family day trip. Read on for all the fun happenings this three-day weekend!

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The annual Osceola County Fair includes carnival rides, a kids' pavilion, 4H/FFA workshops, and more. Photo courtesy of the fair
The annual Osceola County Fair includes carnival rides, a kids' pavilion, 4H/FFA workshops, and more. Photo courtesy of the fair

Things to Do This Weekend in Orlando with Kids

Osceola County Fair

Kissimmee - Final weekend!
Through February 18, 2024
The annual Osceola County Fair includes carnival rides, a kids' pavilion, 4H/FFA workshops, and more. READ MORE

Daytona Speedweeks

Daytona
Through February 18, 2024
Take a trip to Daytona International Speedway for Speedweeks. There are daily races starting February 14, leading up to the Daytona 500 on February 18. READ MORE

Epcot International Festival of the Arts

Lake Buena Vista - Final weekend!
Through February 19, 2024
This annual festival at Disney's Epcot includes a variety of performing arts (including a Disney on Broadway concert series), culinary arts, visual arts, and interactive fun for all ages. READ MORE

Orlando Ballet Presents The Sleeping Beauty

Orlando
February 15-18, 2024
See the timeless story of Sleeping Beauty come to life on stage in this retelling through dance. READ MORE

SeaWorld Mardi Gras

Orlando
February 15-18, 2024
Celebrate Mardi Gras at SeaWorld with family-friendly events that include a pop-up parade, live music, and a street party paying homage to Bourbon Street in New Orleans. READ MORE

Silver Spurs Rodeo

Kissimmee
February 15-18, 2024
School’s out and the rodeo is in! Watch the sport of rodeo's seven traditional events: bull riding, bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping, team roping, steer wrestling, and women's barrel racing. READ MORE

Celebrate! Lake Mary

Lake Mary - FREE
February 16-17, 2024
This event features live music with headliner Sister Hazel, as well as craft drinks, food, and more. READ MORE

Mount Dora Scottish Highland Festival

Mount Dora
February 16-18, 2024
Celebrate the Scottish Culture in Mount Dora with bagpipers, Highland Athletics, Celtic music, dancing, Society and Heritage Clan Village, Shortbread Contest, and more. READ MORE

Avalon SpringFest

Orlando - FREE
Saturday, February 17, 2024
Asia Trend presents the second annual Avalon SpringFest to celebrate the Year of the Dragon, in partnership with Avalon Park Orlando. This free event features traditional dragon and lion dance, an arts & craft market, authentic foods and drinks, cultural dance performances, and live music. READ MORE

Beach Nights at Aquatica

Orlando
Saturday, February 17, 2024
Visit Aquatica for unforgettable evenings with family-friendly movies and engaging beach games. Bring a blanket or settle into a beach chair while Aquatica treats you to a new movie experience each Saturday. READ MORE

Honoring Black Heritage & Culture at Orange County Regional History Center

Orlando - FREE
Saturday, February 17, 2024
Explore the tremendous impact Black Americans have had on visual arts, music, cultural movements, and more. The day will include performances, speakers, and activities for all ages. Museum admission is free on this date, thanks to funding from Florida Humanities. READ MORE

Sanford Mardi Gras

Sanford - FREE
Saturday, February 17, 2024
This Mardi Gras festival features a parade, food trucks, live music, and more. Parade features musicians, dancers, artists, and golf carts. READ MORE

Story Stroll at Orlando Family Stage

Orlando
Saturday, February 17, 2024
Take your toddler (ages 2-3) on a 30-minute story stroll through Loch Haven Park, complete with creative play. READ MORE

LEGO Ninjago Weekends at Legoland

Winter Haven - Final weekend!
February 17-19, 2024
Unlock your inner ninja with the return of LEGO Ninjago Days. Master the elemental powers with action-packed entertainment and activities and reach ninja potential. READ MORE

Spark STEM Fest at Orlando Science Center

Orlando
February 17-19, 2024
Visit the Orlando Science Center for Spark STEM Fest (formerly known as Otronicon). Enjoy expert-led workshops and activities from some of the best local innovators, such as Disney scientists, SCUBAnauts, the makers of moon dirt, and more. READ MORE

Eustis Georgefest

Eustis
February 17-25, 2024
Georgefest is the longest running celebration of George Washington’s Birthday in the State of Florida. The event features carnival rides and games, a bass tournament, Running of the Georges Race, a dog jog, parade, contests, vendors, and awesome live entertainment!  READ MORE

Strawberry Festival at Amber Brooke Farms

Eustis
February 17, 18, 24, & 25, 2024
Amber Brooke Farms is hosting its annual strawberry festival, featuring all things strawberry, including strawberry shortcake, strawberry pie contests, chocolate dipped strawberries, themed merchandise, and more. READ MORE

Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day at Kelly's Homemade Ice Cream

Multiple Locations
Sunday, February 18, 2024
Join Kelly's Homemade Ice Cream for Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day, a special fundraiser event about childhood cancer awareness. 50% of ice cream sales will be donated to Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. Pajamas are encouraged! READ MORE

Sensory Sunday at Crayola Experience Orlando

Orlando
Sunday, February 18, 2024
During Sensory Sundays, families can visit Crayola Experience with adaptations such as dimmed lighting, no music, and a quiet room option. There will also be a special character appearance at 10am. READ MORE

Movie Monday at A La Cart

Orlando - FREE
Monday, February 19, 2024
À La Cart hosts movies on the lawn each Monday evening. Food trucks are onsite serving a variety of food options.  READ MORE
Nautilus Coffee features a cool vibe, where kids can touch interesting design pieces and fill up on yummy items. Photo by the author
Nautilus Coffee features a cool vibe, where kids can touch interesting design pieces and fill up on yummy items. Photo by the author

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