September 2026
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
PHENOMENA: The Exhibition
PHENOMENA: The Exhibition is an interactive journey featuring over 20 stunning and immersive optical illusions and sensory experiences. Explore the science of perception — how the brain processes light, color, motion, and form. An awe-inspiring experience…
Harmony Saturdays at Anthem Orlando
Every Saturday at Anthem Orlando — the city's most beloved recurring nightlife event. Spectacular drag shows, top DJ sets, and the full production of downtown Orlando's premier LGBTQ+ nightclub. Doors at 8 PM, runs until 3 AM. Free to attend, 21+.
Encore Mondays at Anthem Orlando
The weekend doesn't end at Anthem — it encores. Encore Mondays is a smooth, low-lit club night with cocktails and house-forward DJ sets. Doors at 8 PM, runs until 2 AM. Free cover, 21+. The city's best answer to the Sunday Scaries.
US
US is a group exhibition featuring twelve new works from recent Artists-in-Residence and Artists-in-Action. The exhibition pairs contemporary pieces with historic works from Jules André Smith and the original Bok Fellows.
Visit Orlando's Magical Dining 2026
Orlando's beloved Magical Dining returns August 15–September 30. Over 160 participating restaurants offer three-course prix-fixe menus for $40 or $60, with a portion of proceeds benefiting local charities.
Come From Away – Tony Award-Winning Musical
Discover life as an islander with the story of the 38 planes that were diverted to Gander, Newfoundland, on September 11, 2001. This Tony Award-winning musical shares the remarkable true story of 7,000 airline passengers grounded in the wake of 9/11…
Lil Duval at Orlando Funny Bone
Lil Duval — the social media comedian turned viral superstar — headlines the Orlando Funny Bone for an extended Labor Day weekend run, September 4–6. Known for his platinum hit 'Smile Bitch' (featuring Snoop Dogg) and his wildly popular social media…
Labor Day Bash Ft. DJ Icey, DJ Magic Mike, DJ Craze, Baby Anne
Nonstop breakbeats and electronic dance music. This event is all ages.
Buckcherry with Cody Parks and the Dirty South At The Vanguard
Charley Crockett: Age of the Ram Tour
Country-soul artist Charley Crockett brings the Age of the Ram Tour to the Walt Disney Theater.
Timucua Jazz Jam
Come hone your jazz skills with a great house band: Thomas Milovac, Per Danielsson, and Gerald Law II. Or just listen!
The Mavericks
Orlando Out Fest
Orlando Out Fest is a curated festival produced by Orlando Fringe, celebrating exclusively LGBTQIA stories, artists, and history.
Hello Sophie!: The Art of Sophie Blackall
Explore the work of two-time Caldecott Medal-winning illustrator Sophie Blackall in this special exhibition.
Tony Roberts at Orlando Funny Bone
Veteran comedian Tony Roberts brings his hilarious and heartfelt stand-up to the Orlando Funny Bone for a three-night weekend run, September 11–13. Known for decades of touring and his engaging storytelling style, Roberts delivers high-energy crowd-pleasing…
To Imagine a Home
An evocative fall exhibition featuring paintings of homes — domestic spaces as sites of memory, longing, and belonging. Works depict front porches, interiors, and streetscapes that invite viewers to reflect on what 'home' means across American life.
Visions of the City
A stylized and colorful exploration of urban life through art. Visions of the City features works depicting dense cityscapes, street scenes, and aerial views — celebrating the energy, diversity, and visual complexity of the modern city through different…
Science & Wine Benefiting Orlando Science Center
An elegant evening of wine tasting among the exhibits at the Orlando Science Center. Guests enjoy curated wine selections, hors d'oeuvres, and exclusive access to the museum's galleries while supporting science education in Central Florida.
Craft Day
Celebrate Fall Into the Gardens with us and get creative with hands-on crafts for the whole family.
Workshop: The Art of the Portrait From Life
In this art workshop, learn simple tricks and methods to drawing lively portraits!