Our annual guide to summer fun in Central Florida

With the kids off from school and the vacation season setting in, summer is a time of community, fun and experience. Living in Central Florida there’s no excuse for a boring day as events abound ranging from runs benefiting meaningful causes to patriotic celebrations and town appreciations—and let’s not forget the nearby theme parks. Whether you’re looking to ease into summer or go out with a bang, our summer fun calendar is sure to fill your days.

June 5
Waggin’ Weekend
11 a.m.-3 p.m., Kissimmee, MyOldTownUSA.com

June 7
CommUNITY Rainbow Run
7:30 a.m., Orlando, Facebook.com/OrlandoCRR

June 7
Jerk Festival 2025
Noon-9 p.m., Clermont, CAALC-Fl.org

Jun 14, Jul 12 & Aug 23
Real Comedy!
A rotating lineup of comedians perform throughout the Summer.
Times TBD, Mount Dora, MountDoraMusicHall.com

June 14
20th Annual Waterlily Celebration
8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Vero Beach, McKeeGarden.org

June 14
The Kissimmee Juneteenth Festival
Check out live music, craft vendors, local food offerings and the KUA Kids Power Zone.
Noon-4 p.m., Kissimmee, Kissimmee.gov

June 14
Bonkerz Comedy Night with Dave Johnson
6-10 p.m., Oviedo, CityofOviedo.net

June 15
Brews & BBQ Festival
TBD, Clermont, ClermontDowntown.com

June 17, 24 & July 8, 15
Tuesday Family Tours
Bring your family to the Morse and explore the late 19th- and early 20th-century American art in its galleries.
10 a.m. & 1 p.m., Winter Park, MorseMuseum.org

June 20, 27 & July 11, 18
Friday Family Films
This 90-minute program includes a short film, a tour of selected galleries at the Morse, and an art project related to the museum’s collection.
10 a.m. & 1 p.m., Winter Park, MorseMuseum.org

June 21
Juneteenth Community Celebration
Celebrate Juneteenth featuring live music by Bobby Blackmon & the B3 Band, family activities, community resource booths, a kids’ zone and more.
10 a.m.-1 p.m., Winter Garden, CWGDN.com 

July 3
Red, Hot & Boom
5-10 p.m., Altamonte Springs, Altamonte.org 

July 3
Freedom on the Waterfront
5 p.m., Mount Dora, MountDora.com

July 4
July 4th Celebration
Celebrate Independence Day with a community market, cornhole tournament, live music, free games and more.
TBD, Ocoee, Ocoee.org

July 4
AdventHealth July 4th Watermelon 5K
Start your Independence Day with a patriotic-themed 5K—then cool off with ice-cold watermelon.
7:30 a.m., Winter Park, TrackShack.com/Event/114

July 4
All American Kids Parade & Breakfast
Enjoy a pancake breakfast at the Winter Garden Masonic Lodge and dawn your bike, scooter or even yourself with patriotic decor before preparing to march.
8-10:30 a.m., Winter Garden, CWGDN.com

July 4
30th Annual 4th of July Celebration
8:30-11 a.m., Winter Park, CityOfWinterPark.org

July 4
Fireworks at the Fountain
4-10 p.m., Orlando, Orlando.gov

July 4
4th of July Celebration
Celebrate America’s 249th birthday complete with an apple pie bake-off, bike parade, fireworks, community performances and more.
5-9 p.m., Orlando, AvalonParkOrlando.com

July 4
Red, White and Boom!
5-9:30 p.m., Clermont, ClermontFL.gov

July 4
Party in the Park & Fireworks
Pack up your chairs and picnics and celebrate the Fourth of July with a firework display over Lake Apopka starting at 9:15 p.m. Come early to enjoy live music, family activities, crafts and more.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              
6-10 p.m., Winter Garden, CWGDN.com

July 4
Horsepower & Fireworks                                                                                                                                                         
6-10 p.m., Kissimmee, MyOldTownUSA.com 

July 4
Monumental 4th of July
Enjoy live performances on the Festival Lawn, food trucks, KUA’s Kids’ Zone and more before settling down to end the night with fireworks.
7-9:30 p.m., Kissimmee, ExperienceKissimmee.com

July 12 & 26
Baby & Me: Beach Bash
Encourage your child to reach developmental milestones with sensory play and class activities led by experienced and supportive teaching artists.
9 & 10 a.m., Orlando, OrlandoFamilyStage.com

July 18
Wine Stroll
6:30-9 p.m., Clermont, ClermontDowntown.com

July 19
Family Recreation Day
11 a.m.-2 p.m., Ocoee, Ocoee.org

July 26
Mermaid Extravaganza
Vendors, food, a photo booth and music combine with CPR demonstrations and a swim lesson for folks of all ages.
9 a.m.-5 p.m., Orlando, Orlando.gov

Aug. 8
Back 2 School Night Market
6-9 p.m., Orlando, AvalonParkOrlando.com

Aug. 9 & 10
Annual Florida Highwaymen Art Show, Sale & Benefit
11 a.m.-5 p.m., Mount Dora, MountDora.com

IN THE PARKS

Now-June 2
EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
Enjoy flower displays, get closer with nature in the butterfly garden and enjoy unique offerings during this annual festival.

July 4
Red, White and Bloom at Legoland
Head to Legoland where you can create, build, dance and enjoy limited-time treats. Then watch through special viewing glasses that transform Legoland’s firework display into 3D Lego bricks.

July 5-Aug. 24
Summer Spectacular at SeaWorld
The worlds of light and music combine to entertain guests before a fireworks display caps the evening. 

Weekends July 5-Aug. 24
Bands, Brew & BBQ
Enjoy homemade barbecue while watching live concerts and enjoying some ice-cold brews on weekends all summer long.