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November 2019

2019 Greek Fest

November 1, 2019

Festivals

The Annual Orlando Greek Fest is fun for all!! They are inviting the entire community to join them for Greek dancing, the best Greek food in town, delicious drinks and desserts, and an entire play area for children (including bounce houses), church tours and more!!!

The Annual Orlando Greek Fest is fun for all!! They are inviting the entire community to join them for Greek dancing, the best Greek food in town, delicious drinks and desserts, and an entire play area for children (including bounce houses), church tours and more!!!

Part of the proceeds also help The Ephraim Project, a ministry to the homeless. Admission is $3 per person, $1 off with a donation of a canned good. Children under 2 and active military with ID are free. Free shuttle parking and $5 preferred parking available too.

Friday, Nov. 1 - 4-11 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 2 - 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 3 - 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Mr Richard Tea Time Dance Party

November 1, 201910:00 am

Play Date https://www.mrrichard.net

Rock out with Mr Richard at Infusion Tea!

Join Mr. Richard, Infusion Tea and lots of friends for a rocking' dance party, teat time and brunch that will surely have you smiling.

Baldwin Park First Friday Festival

November 1, 20195:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Festivals / Free / Recurring Events

Let's get out and enjoy the weather together!

Over 80 local artisans of all genres will display their art while guests shop and stroll through the heart of downtown Baldwin Park.

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How I Became a Pirate

November 2, 2019

Kiddie Culture https://orlandorep.secure.force.com/ticket?&_ga=2.88970203.1954390181.1569938427-806653667.1569938427#/events/a0S1P00000Q4VsAUAV

A treasure-sized, swashbuckling adventure awaits with How I Became a Pirate , a musical written by Janet Yates Vogt and Mark Friedman, based on the beloved book by Melinda Long and David Shannon. Sail off on a fantastic excursion with a band of comical pirates looking for an expert digger to join ...

Winter Park Farmers’ Market

November 2, 20197:00 am - 1:00 pm

Foodie Fun https://cityofwinterpark.org/departments/parks-recreation/farmers-market/?fbclid=IwAR2EqaBgLwamtZzruIRY8hEijMzzwoZoPmwV9GAYBH0Gdkp7KETHjnAANuc

Fall is in the air and it's the perfect time of year to head to one of Central Florida's most popular farmers' market!

The market takes place every Saturday morning from 7 a.m. ...

The 5k Zombie Run

November 2, 20198:00 am

The choice is yours:

-Be a Runner (human) and run from the Zombies.

-Be a Zombie and pull the runner's flags as they run through your "Zombie Zone.

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Painted Oaks Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch

November 2, 201910:00 am - 6:00 pm

Festivals https://paintedoaksacademy.com/pumpkins-ponies-festival/

Fall Festival: Food, Music, Dancing
Pumpkins for Sale
Train Rides $5 Kids only
Pony Rides $5 Kids 3yrs min
Hay Rides $5 Everyone

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Fall Fiesta in the Park

November 2, 201910:00 am

Festivals

One of Central Florida's longest-running, community-driven events 48 years strong!

Fall Fiesta in the Park boasts over 300 artists and crafters, 50 food vendors and trucks and plenty of kids and pet activities and places to ...

Dia de Los Muertos Kid’s Event (Kinda)

November 2, 201911:00 am - 3:00 pm

Foodie Fun / Kiddie Culture

Join Reyes Mezcaleria Mexican Restaurant for their first ever children’s event!

Kids (3-12 years old) will make their own sugar skull masks, decorate cookies, have a chance to hit the pi&...

Glass Slipper Boutique Spooktacular

November 2, 20192:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Play Date https://www.eventbrite.com/e/glass-slipper-boutique-halloween-spooktacular-tickets-78007343063?aff=efbeventtix&fbclid=IwAR1vVBhtk18JFvxhjnMyquc-MYsd_Ycdvr60CqpuKYPlz9N5sWgjPP9ZInk

Halloween isn't over yet!

Halloween Photo Sessions, trick or treating, costume contests and special guests flying in from Hogwarts!

Halloween isn't over yet!

Halloween Photo Sessions, trick or treating, costume contests and special guests flying in from Hogwarts!

Get Spooky at The Glass Slipper Boutique!

How I Became a Pirate

November 3, 2019

Kiddie Culture https://orlandorep.secure.force.com/ticket?&_ga=2.88970203.1954390181.1569938427-806653667.1569938427#/events/a0S1P00000Q4VsAUAV

A treasure-sized, swashbuckling adventure awaits with How I Became a Pirate , a musical written by Janet Yates Vogt and Mark Friedman, based on the beloved book by Melinda Long and David Shannon. Sail off on a fantastic excursion with a band of comical pirates looking for an expert digger to join ...

Painted Oaks Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch

November 3, 201910:00 am - 6:00 pm

Festivals https://paintedoaksacademy.com/pumpkins-ponies-festival/

Fall Festival: Food, Music, Dancing
Pumpkins for Sale
Train Rides $5 Kids only
Pony Rides $5 Kids 3yrs min
Hay Rides $5 Everyone

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Mommy & Me Toddler PLAYdates at DreamCatcher Horse Rescue

November 4, 201910:00 am

Nature Play

Fun sessions for children and parents/guardians to enjoy together.

Pony rides!
Pony grooming!
Horse and Pony petting
Meet and pet the farm animals- ...

Baby & Me Drama Time

November 5, 20199:00 am - 9:30 am

Orlando Repertory Theatre
1001 East Princeton St 4078967365 Class / Educational http://www.orlandorep.com/babyandme

Baby and Me Drama Time classes at the Orlando Repertory Theatre are 30 minute sessions for children 0-24 months and a Caregiver designed to focus on the connection between you and your baby through the use of music and drama. The classes are Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am-9:30am beginning October 15th through November 7th.

Did you know 90% of your child’...

Baby & Me Drama Time

November 7, 20199:00 am - 9:30 am

Orlando Repertory Theatre
1001 East Princeton St 4078967365 Class / Educational http://www.orlandorep.com/babyandme

Baby and Me Drama Time classes at the Orlando Repertory Theatre are 30 minute sessions for children 0-24 months and a Caregiver designed to focus on the connection between you and your baby through the use of music and drama. The classes are Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am-9:30am beginning October 15th through November 7th.

Did you know 90% of your child’...

Prospective Family Information Session at Windermere Preparatory School

November 8, 20195:30 pm

https://fs30.formsite.com/Windermere/2zqoo27mi4/index.html

Stop by for a quick information session to learn more about Windermere Prep!

Stay for the fun and enjoy a night of bounce houses, rides, games, food trucks, DJ, movie on the lawn ...

Windermere Prep’s Rockin’ Carnival

November 8, 20195:30 pm

Festivals https://fs30.formsite.com/Windermere/2zqoo27mi4/index.html

Calling all families! Join us for a fun family night of bounce houses, rides, games, DJ, food trucks, Keke Fairy Hair Fairies, movie on the lawn and more. Open to the community, all ages welcome! Purchase your ride wristbands today!

Calling all families! Join us for a fun family night of bounce houses, rides, games, DJ, food trucks, Keke Fairy Hair Fairies, movie on the lawn and more. Open to the community, all ages welcome! Purchase your ride wristbands today!

Friday, November 8th at 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Matilda the Musical

November 8, 20197:00 pm - 9:30 pm

407-601-4380 Date Night / Kiddie Culture / Play Date / Recurring Events http://TheatreSouthPlayhouse.org

“Even if you’re little, you can do a lot.” – Matilda
With spunk and spirit, Theatre South Playhouse in Dr. Phillips is proud to present the
professional Orlando premiere of Roald Dahl’s “Matilda the Musical,” November 8-24, 2019.

Based on the classic children’s book, Matilda is the story of an extraordinary ...

Mr. Rogers: The Musician

November 8, 20197:30 pm

Kiddie Culture

Before he became the world’s iconic neighbor, Fred McFeely Rogers was part of the neighborhood at Rollins College. He graduated from Rollins College in 1951 with a degree in music composition.

Rollins ...

How I Became a Pirate

November 9, 2019

Kiddie Culture https://orlandorep.secure.force.com/ticket?&_ga=2.88970203.1954390181.1569938427-806653667.1569938427#/events/a0S1P00000Q4VsAUAV

A treasure-sized, swashbuckling adventure awaits with How I Became a Pirate , a musical written by Janet Yates Vogt and Mark Friedman, based on the beloved book by Melinda Long and David Shannon. Sail off on a fantastic excursion with a band of comical pirates looking for an expert digger to join ...

Winter Park Farmers’ Market

November 9, 20197:00 am - 1:00 pm

Foodie Fun https://cityofwinterpark.org/departments/parks-recreation/farmers-market/?fbclid=IwAR2EqaBgLwamtZzruIRY8hEijMzzwoZoPmwV9GAYBH0Gdkp7KETHjnAANuc

Fall is in the air and it's the perfect time of year to head to one of Central Florida's most popular farmers' market!

The market takes place every Saturday morning from 7 a.m. ...

Painted Oaks Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch

November 9, 201910:00 am - 6:00 pm

Festivals https://paintedoaksacademy.com/pumpkins-ponies-festival/

Fall Festival: Food, Music, Dancing
Pumpkins for Sale
Train Rides $5 Kids only
Pony Rides $5 Kids 3yrs min
Hay Rides $5 Everyone

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When Pigs Fly

November 9, 201910:30 am - 11:00 am

Orlando Repertory Theatre
1001 East Princeton St (407) 896-7365 Educational / Kiddie Culture / Recurring Events https://www.orlandorep.com/show/whenpigsfly/

Theatre for the Very Young comes to Orlando REP for the first time! Theatre for the Very Young is created specifically for young people, infant to 5-years-old, and is an interactive, multi-sensory experience that invites audience members to become part of telling a story through creative play.

Join a pig named Avery and his friends on the farm as they ...

College Park Jazz Fest

November 9, 20195:00 pm - 11:00 pm

College Park Main Street
648 Dartmouth St. 4073921717 Festivals https://www.facebook.com/events/604823666630211/

The 2019 College Park JazzFest will take place Saturday, November 9th, 5-11PM! College Park Jazz Fest is a community music festival that features three stages at Smith Street, Winter Park Street, and Bryn Mawr Street. You’ll hear live jazz music, among other genres, eat food from local vendors in the Orlando area, and there will be activities for ...

Matilda the Musical

November 9, 20197:00 pm - 9:30 pm

407-601-4380 Date Night / Kiddie Culture / Play Date / Recurring Events http://TheatreSouthPlayhouse.org

“Even if you’re little, you can do a lot.” – Matilda
With spunk and spirit, Theatre South Playhouse in Dr. Phillips is proud to present the
professional Orlando premiere of Roald Dahl’s “Matilda the Musical,” November 8-24, 2019.

Based on the classic children’s book, Matilda is the story of an extraordinary ...

How I Became a Pirate

November 10, 2019

Kiddie Culture https://orlandorep.secure.force.com/ticket?&_ga=2.88970203.1954390181.1569938427-806653667.1569938427#/events/a0S1P00000Q4VsAUAV

A treasure-sized, swashbuckling adventure awaits with How I Became a Pirate , a musical written by Janet Yates Vogt and Mark Friedman, based on the beloved book by Melinda Long and David Shannon. Sail off on a fantastic excursion with a band of comical pirates looking for an expert digger to join ...

Painted Oaks Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch

November 10, 201910:00 am - 6:00 pm

Festivals https://paintedoaksacademy.com/pumpkins-ponies-festival/

Fall Festival: Food, Music, Dancing
Pumpkins for Sale
Train Rides $5 Kids only
Pony Rides $5 Kids 3yrs min
Hay Rides $5 Everyone

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Matilda the Musical

November 10, 20197:00 pm - 9:30 pm

407-601-4380 Date Night / Kiddie Culture / Play Date / Recurring Events http://TheatreSouthPlayhouse.org

“Even if you’re little, you can do a lot.” – Matilda
With spunk and spirit, Theatre South Playhouse in Dr. Phillips is proud to present the
professional Orlando premiere of Roald Dahl’s “Matilda the Musical,” November 8-24, 2019.

Based on the classic children’s book, Matilda is the story of an extraordinary ...

Mommy & Me Toddler PLAYdates at DreamCatcher Horse Rescue

November 11, 201910:00 am

Nature Play

Fun sessions for children and parents/guardians to enjoy together.

Pony rides!
Pony grooming!
Horse and Pony petting
Meet and pet the farm animals- ...

Walden Community School Open House

November 12, 201910:00 am - 12:00 pm

Educational https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=22_omukoaW8

Curious about what sets Walden apart from other schools? Drop in for a visit to meet their staff, tour the campus and peek at classes in action.

November 12th 10 a.m.-Noon and 6...

Evening Exchange at East End Market

November 15, 20196:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Date Night / Educational / Foodie Fun / Recurring Events https://www.eastendmkt.com/events/evening-exchange/?fbclid=IwAR2Kfg_kmz8G0hOEeXo0smNODuYuJMTEOytO7Yj2VeccCm2lo3rizsU1BQM

Each 3rd Friday of the month (6-10pm), East End Market hosts an event called the Evening Exchange (EvEx) where they bring together incredible local makers, retailers, curators, thought leaders and risk takers.

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Matilda the Musical

November 15, 20197:00 pm - 9:30 pm

407-601-4380 Date Night / Kiddie Culture / Play Date / Recurring Events http://TheatreSouthPlayhouse.org

“Even if you’re little, you can do a lot.” – Matilda
With spunk and spirit, Theatre South Playhouse in Dr. Phillips is proud to present the
professional Orlando premiere of Roald Dahl’s “Matilda the Musical,” November 8-24, 2019.

Based on the classic children’s book, Matilda is the story of an extraordinary ...

Winter Park Farmers’ Market

November 16, 20197:00 am - 1:00 pm

Foodie Fun https://cityofwinterpark.org/departments/parks-recreation/farmers-market/?fbclid=IwAR2EqaBgLwamtZzruIRY8hEijMzzwoZoPmwV9GAYBH0Gdkp7KETHjnAANuc

Fall is in the air and it's the perfect time of year to head to one of Central Florida's most popular farmers' market!

The market takes place every Saturday morning from 7 a.m. ...

Painted Oaks Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch

November 16, 201910:00 am - 6:00 pm

Festivals https://paintedoaksacademy.com/pumpkins-ponies-festival/

Fall Festival: Food, Music, Dancing
Pumpkins for Sale
Train Rides $5 Kids only
Pony Rides $5 Kids 3yrs min
Hay Rides $5 Everyone

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Mr Richard Sing-A-Long at Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream

November 16, 201911:00 am

Foodie Fun / Kiddie Culture / Play Date

Who doesn't love ice cream and a little singing and dancing?

Matilda the Musical

November 16, 20197:00 pm - 9:30 pm

407-601-4380 Date Night / Kiddie Culture / Play Date / Recurring Events http://TheatreSouthPlayhouse.org

“Even if you’re little, you can do a lot.” – Matilda
With spunk and spirit, Theatre South Playhouse in Dr. Phillips is proud to present the
professional Orlando premiere of Roald Dahl’s “Matilda the Musical,” November 8-24, 2019.

Based on the classic children’s book, Matilda is the story of an extraordinary ...

WonderWorks’ Special Needs Sensory Day

November 17, 201912:00 am

Play Date https://www.wonderworksonline.com/orlando

WonderWorks Orlando is offering a special Sensory Day event on Sunday, November 17, 2019. This event provides those with special needs the ability to explore, learn, and have fun, with many of the exhibits being adapted to provide guests more comfort. Tickets to the event are $10 for everyone.

WonderWorks Orlando is offering a special Sensory Day event on Sunday, November 17, 2019. This event provides those with special needs the ability to explore, learn, and have fun, with many of the exhibits being adapted to provide guests more comfort. Tickets to the event are $10 for everyone.

“WonderWorks is normally quite a sensory overload, so we are delighted to host these limited stimulation days for those with special needs,” says Brian Wayne, general manager of WonderWorks Orlando. “It creates an environment to enjoy the facility without feeling overwhelmed. We host several of these Sensory Days throughout the year, and each one is well received by our guests attending!”

WonderWorks’ Sensory Days program aims to give those with special needs a chance to explore the indoor amusement park with modifications to help make it more comfortable for them to do so.

To help make WonderWorks sensory friendly on this special day, guests can expect:

All exhibits will be altered to provide limited stimulation for children and adults with special needs.
The music throughout the facility will be lowered.
All exhibits that are generally considered to be loud will be turned off.
The inversion tunnel at the beginning of the attraction will be shut off.
The focus of the event will be to create a safe and comfortable environment and experience for guests with special needs, so they can enjoy it all without feeling overwhelmed.

WonderWorks in Orlando is an adventure that tourists and locals can both enjoy. The indoor amusement park is open 365 days a year from 9:00 a.m. until midnight every day. WonderWorks features a glow-in-the-dark ropes course, laser tag, 4D XD motion theater, magic comedy dinner show, and the Wonder Zones, which include interactive exhibits about natural disasters, space discovery, light and sound zone, imagination lab, the Far Out Art Gallery, and a physical challenge zone. With over 35,000 square feet of “edu-tainment,” the attraction combines education and entertainment with over 100 hands-on exhibits. To get more information or purchase tickets, visit the site at: https://www.wonderworksonline.com/orlando/.

Sesame Street Fun Run with WUCF

November 17, 20197:00 am - 1:00 pm

UCF
12676 Gemini Blvd N Festivals https://www.facebook.com/events/495396814341206/

Join WUCF in celebrating Sesame Street’s 50th anniversary! The first-ever Sesame Street Fun Run benefiting the Sesame Workshop Yellow Feather Fund brings together fans of all ages to support Sesame’s mission to help children grow smarter, stronger, and kinder. Come dressed as your favorite character and bring your little ones, too! The event will finish with ...

Polar Express Photo Shoot at Millie Moo’s

November 17, 201910:00 am - 4:00 pm

Play Date

Join Millie Moo's for hot (warm) cocoa and story time. Then ALL ABOARD for a magical Christmas photo shoot in your pajamas as if you’re about to head to the North Pole on the Polar Express!

Join Millie Moo's for hot (warm) cocoa and story time. Then ALL ABOARD for a magical Christmas photo shoot in your pajamas as if you’re about to head to the North Pole on the Polar Express!

Participants received a minimum of 10 edited shots with at least 2 different scenes (usually more).

The price is $60 for 15 minutes and includes play for 1 child & 2 adults. You can add another child for just $10!

Contact Millie Moo's to reserve your spot at 407-373-4553!

Painted Oaks Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch

November 17, 201910:00 am - 6:00 pm

Festivals https://paintedoaksacademy.com/pumpkins-ponies-festival/

Fall Festival: Food, Music, Dancing
Pumpkins for Sale
Train Rides $5 Kids only
Pony Rides $5 Kids 3yrs min
Hay Rides $5 Everyone

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