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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

ALL MONTH LONG

Oct. 16 & 17 Celebration Pumpkin Patch + Fall Festival

10am - 6pm Community Presbyterian Church – Downtown Celebration Pick out the perfect pumpkin and check out the photo ops at this annual pumpkin patch located just steps from Market Street in Downtown Celebration. New this year, the cafe will have pumpkin lattes, apple cider, homemade treats and more. The weekend fal festivall includes extra fun including games, music, fall food and more. Pumpkins available through Oct. 31.

Oct. 16 & 17 14th Annual Winter Springs Festival of the Arts presented by AdventHealth

10am - 5pm Blumberg Blvd. & N. Tuskawilla Rd. Winter Springs FL 32708 Free Admission 407-278-4871 wsfota.org events@oviedowintersprings.org Enjoy award-winning art, meet the artists, savor delicious food & craft beers, enjoy rockin’ entertainment, and let your kids explore their artistic talents in the kids crafts area!

Oct. 23 Inaugural Orlando Magic 5k & Kids’ Run presented by AdventHealth

7:30am - 9:30am Amway Center 400 W Church, Orlando, FL 32801 5k run - $43, Kids run - $25, for both in person and virtual participants 407-896-1160 trackshack.com info@trackshack.com After the race, all participants are invited to enjoy “Orlando Magic Fan Fest on Church Street” to experience the same party atmosphere that fans enjoy on game days! It’s fun for all ages, with music, entertainment, activities and more. Includes a ticket to an Orlando Magic game. A virtual run option is also available.

Oct. 29 & 30 Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic

5:30pm - 9pm The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort 1500 EPCOT Resorts Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 $165 per person, children under five are free 407-934-4000 swandolphinfoodandwineclassic.com Set outside (weather permitting) among the scenic ambiance of the resort, this annual foodie event features live music, unlimited food tastings from the resort’s culinary team at over 20 food stations, 100 beverage selections from around the world, and immersive themed areas, such as the beer garden and the bubble lounge. All ages are welcome, children six and up require a ticket.

Oct. 23 Owl Prowl Art & Wine Wander

4pm - 7pm Nehrling Gardens 2267 Hempel Ave, Gotha, FL $35 in advance or $45 day of the event, 21+ 407-445-9977 NehrlingGardens.org info@NehrlingGardens.org Sample beer, wine and nibbles and watch plein air artists at work in the gardens. While wandering through the paths, enjoy live music and visit our Owl Ambassadors with live owls! Funds raised at this event will directly support Nehrling Gardens, a notfor-profit organization.

Oct. 30 Trunk or Treat Car Show

4pm - 8pm Promenade at Sunset Walk 3251 Margaritaville Blvd, Kissimmee, FL 34747 Free Admission/ Free Parking 407-338-4811 sunsetwalk.com 2nd Annual Promenade at Sunset Walk Halloween Kids’ Trick-or-Treating / Car & Truck show. There will be live music, street performers, over two dozen candy locations and 24 unique restaurants and shops. Admission and parking is free and all ages are welcome! Show cars and trucks will be competing for the Top 3 best Halloween-themed

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Nov. 6 & 7 50th Annual Fall Fiesta in the Park

10am - 5pm Lake Eola Park 512 East Washington Street, Orlando, FL 32801 Free Admission 407-855-0606 fiestainthepark.com Outdoor fun and family activities draw thousands of Central Floridians to Lake Eola for the largest arts & crafts festival event series in Orlando. Featuring 300+ artists and crafters from all over the US to display and sell their original work.

Nov. 13 Orlando Beer Festival

2pm - 5pm, early access available with VIP ticket Festival Park 2911 E Robinson St, Orlando, FL 32803 Start at $40, $35 for Designated Drivers, 21+. orlandobeerfestival.com Join more than 3,000 of your fellow beer lovers to sample craft and premium beers from local breweries and around the country. Plus, wine tasting, interactive games, tasty eats and live music! You must be at least 21 to enter -- this is strictly enforced (Sorry, no kids allowed). This event is pet friendly!