Labor Day Weekend 2026: Best Events & Things to Do in Central Florida

Labor Day weekend is the unofficial end of summer, and Central Florida is making the most of it. From food festivals and live music to races, car shows, nightlife and four-day celebrations, there are plenty of ways to spend the long weekend. Whether you’re looking for something family-friendly, planning a night out with friends, or … Read more

The Neighbors Who Came for a Week and Never Quite Left

Stand in the checkout line at a Publix on Highway 27 on a Saturday morning in February and listen. You’ll hear Manchester and São Paulo and Ontario and Osceola County, sometimes in the same conversation, usually about the same thing: the weather, the traffic on 192, whether the pool needs heating this week. I came … Read more

Bank of America to Host Free Scam Prevention Seminars Across the U.S.

As financial scams become increasingly sophisticated, Bank of America is expanding an initiative designed to help consumers recognize fraud and protect their finances. The bank announced plans to host 1,000 additional in-person scam and fraud prevention seminars, known as “Scaminars,” throughout the remainder of 2026. The sessions will bring the program’s total to 2,500 seminars … Read more

Crooked Can Opens Its Biggest Location Yet in Minneola

Minneola has a new gathering place for craft beer, food and entertainment, and it is hard to miss. Crooked Can Brewing Company has officially opened its newest location at Hills City Center, bringing nearly 43,000 square feet of beer, dining, and outdoor space to one of Lake County’s fastest-growing areas. Located at 1600 Crooked Can … Read more

The Morse Museum Announces This Season’s Exhibits Coming to Winter Park

A new season is coming to Winter Park’s Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art, bringing new exhibitions, returning traditions and plenty of opportunities to experience the museum throughout the year.  The 2026–27 season officially begins Oct. 13, with exhibitions and programs that explore everything from the changing world of art and design to fashion, … Read more

A Modern Weekend in Sarasota: Art, Pizza, and a Stay at The Sarasota Modern

Sarasota has a way of making a weekend getaway feel like a vacation. With its combination of Gulf Coast beaches, cultural attractions, independent restaurants, and vibrant downtown, the city offers plenty to explore beyond the beach.  For a recent escape, we made The Sarasota Modern our home base, pairing a stay at the contemporary boutique … Read more

ICEBAR Celebrates America’s 250th birthday With “Red, White & Chill” Menu

Orlando’s ICEBAR has unveiled new drinks in the spirit of celebrating America’s 250th birthday. This “Red, White & Chill” menu includes a Firecracker Margarita, Liberty Lemonade, Star Spangled Smash, ‘Merica Mule, Freedom Flight, and the Summer Sparkler mocktail.  For a limited time, guests can purchase a special “Red, White & Chill” Package for $25. This … Read more

Orlando Out Fest Returns With Four Days of Queer Theater, Film, Comedy and More

Orlando Fringe is bringing back Orlando Out Fest Sept. 10-13, with a lineup of LGBTQIA+ performances, films, comedy, drag, burlesque and cabaret across Orlando. Orlando Out Fest is returning to Orlando Fringe this September for a four-day celebration of LGBTQIA+ art and entertainment. Curated by George Wallace, executive director of The Center Orlando, the festival … Read more

Port Canaveral Cruise Terminal Set for $76 Million Expansion

PCL Construction Services Inc. has been awarded a $76 million project to expand Port Canaveral’s Cruise Terminal 10. Construction began in 2026 and is expected to be completed in November 2027. The project will expand the terminal to approximately 145,000 square feet, nearly 30% larger than the existing facility. The expansion is designed to accommodate … Read more

Miami on a Budget: 10 Ways to Experience the Magic Without Breaking the Bank

Miami has a reputation for champagne-fueled nights, five-star hotels and restaurants where the check can be just as memorable as the meal. But beneath the glamour is a city that can be surprisingly easy to enjoy on a budget. You don’t need a luxury suite or a reservation at the hottest restaurant in town to … Read more

The Healthy Food Guide: Where to Eat Well in Central Florida

Eating healthy doesn’t mean giving up great food. Central Florida is packed with restaurants serving fresh seafood, colorful bowls, plant-based dishes, protein-packed breakfasts and plenty of flavorful options that make eating well feel anything but boring. Whether you’re looking for a post-workout meal, a healthy lunch, a plant-based dinner or simply somewhere to find fresh … Read more

Are GLP-1 Drugs Right for You? Central Florida Doctor Say

GLP-1 medications have quickly become one of the biggest stories in health and wellness. Originally developed to help manage conditions such as Type 2 diabetes, medications in this class have also transformed the conversation around weight management and prompted plenty of questions about who should take them, what happens after weight loss, and whether they … Read more

James Beard-Nominated Chef Is Coming to Ceiba for One Night Only

Orlando food lovers have a special dinner to look forward to this September as Ceiba at Conrad Orlando welcomes James Beard Award-nominated Chef Wendy Lopez for an exclusive one-night culinary collaboration. Taking place Wednesday, Sept. 16, the five-course dinner will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and Mexico’s Independence Day with a menu highlighting the diverse regional … Read more

SeaWorld Orlando’s Halloween Spooktacular Returns With a Hotel Transylvania Experience

Halloween is getting a monster-sized makeover at SeaWorld Orlando this fall. The park’s popular Halloween Spooktacular returns on select dates from August 29 through November 1. The event will bring families a daytime Halloween celebration filled with trick-or-treating, character meet-and-greets, festive treats, and plenty of kid-friendly fun. And this year, there’s a brand-new reason to … Read more

Get Ready for a Wurst-derful Day at Krush Brau Wurst Fest in Kissimmee

If you love German food, cold beer, and a good excuse to gather with friends, Krush Brau Wurst Fest is the place to be this Saturday, August 22. Hosted at Krush Brau Park in Kissimmee, the festival is bringing the flavors and traditions of Germany to Central Florida with a full day dedicated to one … Read more

Addition Financial Renovates Support Centers at 5 Central Florida Schools

Addition Financial Credit Union and the Addition Financial Foundation recently completed their 2026 Renovate to Educate initiative, transforming school support centers at five public schools across Central Florida. The spaces provide free access to essentials such as food, clothing, hygiene products and other everyday necessities. The 2026 initiative expanded to Volusia County while continuing partnerships … Read more

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