Charlotte Blanton
Charlotte Blanton, a Central Florida native and mom of three, holds a business degree from the University of Florida (Go Gators!). After a career in corporate finance, she pivoted to stay home with her kids and found her passion for writing through Mommy Poppins. She loves exploring local theme parks and discovering fun activities for families in Central Florida.
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Summer will be here before we know it, and that means its time to start looking at Orlando summer camp options for the kids! We've rounded up budget-friendly summer camps in Orlando and Central Florida (for the purpose of this article, we've capped the camp cost at $200 per week or less). There are so many fun summer camps near Orlando, so don't let hefty costs get in the way of a memorable summer camp experience for kids!
Searching for Orlando spring break activities to keep the kids entertained outside the home? We've got you covered with our top spring break activities for Orlando kids. Just remember that Central Florida school districts have differing spring break schedules for 2025— Lake County observes March 10-14 and Osceola County, Orange County, and Seminole County observes March 17-21. Explore our Orlando events calendar for even more happening sduring those weeks!
Overnight summer camps provide a great opportunity for kids to gain independence in a safe environment. Florida has a host of great overnight camps, stretching from the Panhandle to the Keys! These sleepaway camps offer activities like archery, kayaking, performing arts, horseback riding, rock climbing, marine science, aviation, and so much more. And many of these overnight summer camps offer mini-stays (2-3 nights) for new and nervous campers, as well as entire summer-long programs for seasoned campers! Kids as young as 6 and up to age 17 can find the perfect Florida overnight camp!
We've rounded up some of the top overnight camps in Florida. To find more Florida summer camps, visit our Orlando Summer Camp Guide —it's packed with the best Central Florida camp info to make the most of your summer vacation.
There are tons of great playgrounds in Orlando and surrounding towns for families to explore. On nice days, one of our favorite activities is "park hopping"—visiting as many different playgrounds as we can in a single day. We’ve put together a list of some of the best playgrounds, from Lake County to Osceola County and everywhere in between. These playgrounds are great for local families, visitors needing a break from theme parks, and even birthday parties. These Orlando parks offer cool ammenities that include fishing piers, drone zones, disc golf, roller hockey rinks, splash pads, and much more!
And if you're looking for more ideas for local family fun, check out our roundup of the Best Boardwalk Trails in Orlando and our list of 100 Things to Do in Orlando with Kids Other Than Theme Parks.
Celebrate Valentine's Day, Mardi Gras, Presidents Day weekend, and more this month—there is plenty to love about February! Don’t miss our favorite things to do in Orlando with kids in February!
Discover amazing kid-friendly events in Orlando this February! Experience the magic at the theme parks with Epcot's International Festival of the Arts, Universal Orlando's Mardi Gras, Ninjago Weekends at LEGOLAND, and SeaWorld's Seven Seas Food Festival. Enjoy classic carnival fun with rides and fair treats at the Oviedo Mall Carnival, Osceola County Fair, and Eustis Georgefest. Plus, take advantage of free events like Seminole County Touch a Truck, Avalon SpringFest, Paws in the Park, and the Orlando Wetlands Festival.
And that’s just the start! We’re constantly updating our Orlando Events Calendar with even more exciting activities, so be sure to check back often.
Three Central Florida attractions are offering FREE preschool passes for Florida residents during the calendar year. Preschoolers in Orlando can meet Elmo and his friends, enjoy animal interactions, and explore space at these fun Orlando attractions with these free preschool cards. But hurry, Florida residents have a limited time to take advantage of these great offers. Read on for all the details!
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