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Things to Do in Orlando This Weekend With Kids: Rodeo, Music, STEM

Your kids will discover the joy of learning at Engineering Weekend at the Orlando Science Center. Photo courtesy of the center
Your kids will discover the joy of learning at Engineering Weekend at the Orlando Science Center. Photo courtesy of the center
2/19/20 - By James Smith

Rodeo, music, STEM or sports ... chances are whatever your kids are into they will find a great thing to do (or two) in the Orlando area this weekend. Enjoy theme-park special events at Walt Disney World and Universal Studios, an old-fashioned county fair in Kissimmee, or perhaps discover a bit of our natural world at the Tiber-Butler Preserve.

Whatever you do this weekend, know that your friends at Mommy Poppins Orlando will be with you throughout 2020 with updates on the best family happenings in the area. Check our events calendar for the most up-to-date events in Orlando and beyond, and remember to sign up for our FREE newsletters to receive posts such as this right to your inbox.

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Things to Do in Orlando With Kids All Weekend

Engineering Weekend at OSC

Orlando
Engineering weekend allows visitors to build, design, and invent through engineering challenges and workshops, and enjoy science shows and themed films on the big screen. READ MORE

Osceola County Fair

Kissimmee
The annual Osceola County Fair includes carnival rides, a kids' pavilion, 4H/FFA workshops, and more. READ MORE

Epcot International Festival of the Arts

Walt Disney World - Included with park admission
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

Universal Orlando Mardi Gras

Orlando - Included with park admission
This annual springtime event at Universal Orlando is fun for the entire family. Enjoy street entertainment, parade, concerts, and themed flavors from all around the world. READ MORE
Explore the natural world at the Tibet-Butler Preserve. Photo by Kelly Verdeck/Flickr/CC BY 2.0
Explore the natural world at the Tibet-Butler Preserve. Photo by Kelly Verdeck/Flickr/CC BY 2.0

Things to Do in Orlando, Saturday, February 22

EcoSaturdays at Tibet-Butler Preserve - POSTPONED

Orlando - FREE
Families can learn about the environment during EcoSaturdays with topics such as bee robotics, animal tracks, underwater archaeology, and more. READ MORE

Family Night at The Ice Factory

Kissimmee
Families can enjoy an evening of ice skating together. READ MORE

Fables on the Farm

Orlando
Fables on the Farm is a children's fun time at Wildflower Farm. Enjoy a children's book in the pasture pavilion. After the book reading, the baby goats will come for a meet and greet! READ MORE

CFAMily Days

Winter Park - FREE
Families can enjoy a free day of fun with kids tours, films, scavenger hunts, games, and activities inspired by current exhibits. READ MORE
Introduce your child to the magic of music at Symphony Storytime. Photo courtesy of Orlando Philharmonic
Introduce your child to the magic of music at Symphony Storytime. Photo courtesy of Orlando Philharmonic

Things to Do in Orlando, Sunday, February 23

Family Fun Day at WonderWorks Orlando

Orlando
Florida residents get a special discounted rate to WonderWorks with access to more than 100 interactive exhibits, 4D theater, laser tag, and a glow-in-the-dark ropes course. READ MORE

Campout Under the Stars at Maitland Public Library

Maitland - FREE
Bring a sleeping bag to kick off Astronomy Week by making s'mores and watching Muppets from Space. READ MORE

Symphony Storytime with Orlando Philharmonic

Orlando
Enjoy live music for young children along with narration and beautiful hand-drawn illustrations that bring favorite children’s classics to life. March's theme is Carnival of the Animals; April's theme is Aesop's Fables. READ MORE

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