Events in Central Florida

Delight your creative side! Discover vibrant artwork, dazzling entertainment, palate-pleasing cuisine, and more – January 16 through February 23, 2026.

Please note: Park admission is required.

Get ready for the largest annual light construction show in the world, the NAHB International Builders’ Show^® (IBS)! IBS 2026 is bringing 70,000+ industry pros from 100+ countries, 1,700+ top companies and brands and 120+ powerhouse education sessions to Orlando. This is your chance to explore the latest products, connect with the best in the business and gain insights you won’t find anywhere else.

It’s the FINAL year IBS will be in Orlando, so we’re pulling out all the stops to deliver an unforgettable experience you won’t want to miss.

For more information, click HERE.

Register HERE by Feb. 14!

The 156th Silver Spurs Rodeo, one of Osceola County’s most cherished traditions, will showcase rodeo’s eight classic events, including bull riding, bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, team roping, tie-down roping, women’s breakaway roping, and steer wrestling. Fans can also enjoy performances by the iconic Siler Spurs Quadrille team (square dancing on horseback) and laugh along with the rodeo clowns who are ready to entertain.

The week-long event starts with the Silver Spurs Rodeo Parade and a one-night-only specialty event, Monster Bulls, on February 14th. The following weekend, there are four days of rodeo action at the Silver Spurs Rodeo, from Thursday, February 19th, through Sunday, February 22nd. Proceeds from ticket sales will support local area nonprofits and causes, including the Make-A-Wish Foundation, The Midwife Bus, and education-related programs such as the Osceola County School District’s SMART Bus, Teacher and School-Related Employee of the Year awards, and more.

For more information, CLICK HERE.

January 11, 2026 – The GFWC Four Corners Junior Woman’s Club Annual Charity Fashion Show, Luncheon, and Expo spotlights Fashion and Flappers for 2026! The event is scheduled for Friday, February 20, 2026, at Lake Eva Event Center in Haines City. Doors open at 10:30 AM. This is the Club’s main fundraiser for scholarships, assistance to local charitable groups and schools, and serving nearby communities.

Tickets are $40 and include a catered lunch from Carrabba’s. Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd will be the featured speaker. Babe’s Shoes and Apparel will present the fashions. Outfits will be available for purchase at the show. The lobby will highlight local vendors in a tabletop Expo. Attendees are eligible to win door prizes, bid on silent auction items, buy raffle tickets for a chance to win a themed basket of prizes, or enjoy photo opportunities with friends. Wear your finest Great Gatsby-themed attire!

For tickets, please contact Cheryl at (863) 353-8774 or clgmom10@aol.com. The Club continues to collect raffle items, silent auction prizes, and sponsorships from local businesses. Local vendors may contact Pat at (716) 812-5007 for information.

For additional information concerning the organization or meetings, please visit the website, www.GFWCFourCorners.org, email the club at gfwcfourcorners@aol.com, or find us on Facebook.

GFWC Four Corners Junior Woman’s Club is a 501c(3) non-profit organization that reaches out to the Four Corners community of Polk, Osceola, Lake and Orange counties through volunteerism and charitable donations

 The Alliance for the Arts is reimagining its community market experience with the launch of the Alliance Morning Artisan Market, a new monthly event held on the third Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The shift moves the Alliance’s former Wednesday night market to a vibrant Saturday morning gathering designed to bring families, artists, and the community together for a full day of creativity and connection.

The first Alliance Morning Market will take place Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, on the Alliance’s 10-acre campus at 10091 McGregor Blvd. The market will feature a curated mix of artisans and vendors, local artists, and live entertainment, creating a welcoming, festival-style atmosphere for all ages.

By moving the market to Saturdays, the Alliance is aligning it with two popular free programs already offered on campus: Free Family ArtLabs, held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., and Reel Families, Free Family Movie Screenings, beginning at noon. Together, these programs create a seamless day of activities centered on creativity, community, and family-friendly fun.

For more information, click HERE.

Enjoy smooth sounds and soulful performances at UCF’s annual jazz celebration.

Date: February 21, 2026 – February 22, 2026

Recurrence: Recurring daily

Price: $25 general admission, $10 UCF faculty and staff, free for OUCF students with a valid ID

Time: 8 p.m.

More info.

Compete for the Founder’s Golden Paddle trophy and help launch a new community tradition, brought to you by the Winter Garden Heritage Foundation in partnership with the YMCA of Central Florida.

Page 15’s 5th annual Pop-Up Poetry event in Parramore will feature a power hour of poetry from our community’s young artists and community leaders.

Local students and celebrated community leaders (names coming soon in 2026) will perform, giving youth a chance to express themselves, build confidence, and connect with their neighbors. Studies show that creative writing can help young people process emotions, strengthen communication skills, and feel a sense of belonging.

This free lunchtime event is open to the public, with light lunch and non-alcoholic beverages provided. Donations are welcome to support Page 15’s year-round programs, which serve more than 600 children across Central Florida, helping them develop literacy, storytelling, and critical thinking skills.

RSVP: Locals can reserve seats at Page15.org once tickets are live in January.

If you’re into comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, or cosplay, come share our playground. You’ll feel out of this world – and right at home.

Find your fandom family at MEGACON Orlando. All 180,000 of them.

Show Hours:
Thursday 4 PM – 9 PM^
Friday 10 AM – 7 PM
Saturday 10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday 10 AM – 5 PM

^ Special Preview on Thursday at 2 PM for VIP, Ultimate, and 4-Day pass holders who purchase in advance.

Special After-Hours event at Universal Orlando Resort

Get ready for one of the biggest parties MEGACON Orlando has ever thrown reserved exclusive areas within Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida just for you. All night long you’ll have unlimited access to the incredible rides and attractions in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ – Hogsmeade™ and Diagon Alley™, along with Jurassic World VelociCoaster, TRANSFORMERS: The Ride-3D, The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man® and more.

For more information, click HERE.

You’re invited to join NextStep Orlando at our 16th Annual Walk-n-Roll-a-Thon happening Saturday, March 21, 2026 at Cranes Roost Park in Altamonte Springs.

NextStep Orlando, a non-profit organization, helps those paralyzed from a spinal cord injury, stroke, brain injury or other neurological disorders. We provide access to activity-based therapies that promote functional recovery and improve the health and quality of life for people living with paralysis.

This heartwarming event is the highlight of our year where we can showcase the hard work of our clients as they “walk” down the Red Carpet. It is truly breathtaking to see! Our clients come from Orlando and surrounding communities, as well as out-of-state and even internationally. Imagine hearing a client’s story of being injured (and told they were never going to walk again) as they are progressing down a Red Carpet in front of hundreds of cheering fans. This is definitely an event you won’t want to miss!!

For more information, visit HERE.