Orlando Occasion Calendar: April 2023

SPECIAL EVENTS

PJ SVEJDA—EVOLUTION OF INNOCENCE 

By way of April 1: The Orlando-based artist pulls from her activism for animal, environmental and human rights in her work, hoping to inform tales of the coexistence of human, beast and planet by juxtaposing controversial imagery with conventional. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Studio Gallery at Osceola Arts, 2411 E. Irlo Bronson Memorial Freeway, Kissimmee. 407-846-6257. osceolaarts.org

SUN ‘N FUN AEROSPACE EXPO

By way of April 2: Look to the skies for jaw-dropping maneuvers on the South’s largest air present, the place personal pilots and professionals collect to push their plane to the bounds. The U.S. Navy Blue Angels and the USAF F-35A Demo Crew headline. Discover the massive show of outdated warbirds and trendy plane. Lakeland Linder Worldwide Airport, 4075 James C. Ray Drive, Lakeland. 863-644-2431. flysnf.org

twentieth ANNUAL CELEBRATION EXOTIC CAR FESTIVAL

By way of April 4: One of many five-best exotic-car exhibits on the planet begins with a VIP avenue occasion at Common Studios CityWalk and ends on the observe at Daytona Worldwide Speedway. In between is a concours of film automobiles, supercars and race automobiles lining downtown Celebration. This free, all-volunteer occasion advantages a number of youngsters’s charities, together with Make-A-Want Basis, Particular Olympics and Orlando Well being Arnold Palmer Hospital for Kids. celebrationexoticcars.com

UNIVERSAL’S MARDI GRAS—INTERNATIONAL FLAVORS OF CARNAVAL

By way of April 16: The occasion is international this yr, with dancers and avenue performers from past the bayou and genuine parade floats straight out of New Orleans. Bask in Cajun delights and pattern delicacies impressed by Carnaval celebrations from all over the world whereas getting right down to Louisiana’s distinctive zydeco music. Included with common admission to Common Studios Florida. universalorlando.com

MORSE MUSEUM LECTURE SERIES

By way of April 19: The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Artwork’s 2023 free lecture collection focuses on historic preservation. 2:30 p.m. Jeannette G. and Hugh F. McKean Pavilion, 161 W. Canton Ave., Winter Park. 407-645-5311. morsemuseum.org

April 19: Hidden Treasures—Tiffany Home windows at Woodlawn Cemetery, offered by The Metropolitan Museum of Artwork curator Alice Cooney Frelinghuysen. 

FRIENDS MUSICAL INSIGHTS 2023

By way of Might 3: The award-winning musical-awareness collection offered by the Mates of the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra explores an array of musical topics. The Plaza Stay, 425 N. Bumby Ave., Orlando. 407-896-6700. friendsorlandophil.org                  

April 4: Ladies of the Harp, 5 p.m. 

Might 3: Mahler’s fifth—Daring and Dramatic, 4 p.m.

SEAWORLD SEVEN SEAS FOOD FESTIVAL

By way of Might 7: Embark on a voyage of style as you sip and pattern your method all over the world. Take pleasure in dwell leisure whereas deciding your favorites amongst greater than 50 international meals choices, 75 wine and cocktail choices and 75 craft brews. Test web site for choose dates. SeaWorld Orlando. seaworld.com

TIFFANY—THE PURSUIT OF BEAUTY IN NATURE

By way of June 25: American artist and designer Louis Consolation Tiffany’s connections to nature are mirrored within the wealthy hues that distinguish his stained glass artwork. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens in Sarasota brings to life this reference to Tiffany-inspired kaleidoscopic shows of flowers and foliage in its Tropical Conservatory and all through the backyard. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 1534 Mound St., Sarasota. 941-366-5731. selby.org

EPCOT INTERNATIONAL FLOWER & GARDEN FESTIVAL

By way of July 5: Soak up enchanting topiaries and collect gardening ideas whereas sampling seasonal meals from the outside kitchens discovered all through the theme park. Take pleasure in dwell music whereas choosing up outdoor-living recommendation you need to use at residence.  Epcot World Showcase, Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista. disneyworld.disney.go.com

FIESTA IN THE PARK

April 1-2: The thirty fourth Annual Spring Fiesta within the Park welcomes all to benefit from the springtime great thing about Lake Eola Park whereas shopping the wares of lots of of artists and crafters. Savor the flavors from a wide range of meals distributors and luxuriate in dwell leisure for the entire household. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 512 E. Washington St., Orlando. fiestainthepark.com

KADAN & BROOKLYN ROCKETT MAGIC SHOW

April 2: They may be children however they’re additionally seasoned skilled magicians, stunt artists and illusionists and have appeared in 40 international locations and on America’s Obtained Expertise. 3 p.m. Ritz Theater, 201 S. Magnolia Ave., Sanford. 407-321-8111. ritztheatersanford.com

UCF CELEBRATES THE ARTS 2023

April 2-15: Every spring, the College of Central Florida’s scholar artists come to the Dr. Phillips Middle to current a celebration of arts with musicals, live shows, lectures and discussions, multimedia occasions, chamber music, visible arts and extra. Test web site for schedule of occasions. Dr. Phillips Middle for the Performing Arts 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 844-513-2014. drphillipscenter.org. UCF field workplace: 407-823-1500. arts.cah.ucf.edu

EASTER BUNNY HOP! 

April 4: Be part of a who’s who of fairytale rabbits as they hunt for the Easter Bunny, who goes lacking whereas looking for misplaced Easter eggs proper earlier than the massive day! For $25, take a photograph with the Easter Bunny as soon as the musical thriller is solved. 1 & 6 p.m. Studio Theater at Osceola Arts, 2411 E. Irlo Bronson Memorial Freeway, Kissimmee. 407-846-6257. osceolaarts.org

LASERFICHE EMPOWER 2023

April 4-5: Laserfiche consultants, thought leaders and innovators discover what’s occurring now and within the close to future on the planet of enterprise administration supplies and instruments. Rosen Centre Resort, 9840 Worldwide Drive, Orlando. 800-204-7234. occasion.laserfiche.com

PANTSUIT POLITICS

April 5: Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers, hosts of the critically acclaimed podcast Pantsuit Politics, discuss in regards to the politics of the happiest place on Earth in a night of knowledge, laughter and a nuanced method to tradition. 7 p.m. The Abbey, 100 S. Eola Drive, Orlando. 407-704-6261. abbeyorlando.com

DRAGULA: TITANS

April 8: The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula: Titans carry the screams to the stage model of their spinoff actuality present with epic battles amongst fan-favorite monsters. 18 and up. 8 p.m. The Plaza Stay, 425 N. Bumby Ave., Orlando. 407-228-1220. plazaliveorlando.org

THE PRICE IS RIGHT LIVE

April 12: “Come on Down!” If you happen to hear that and your title, you simply may be in your solution to successful fabulous prizes enjoying traditional video games like Plinko, Cliffhangers and The Large Wheel on this interactive stage model of TV’s longest-running sport present. 

7:30 p.m. The Peabody Auditorium, 600 Auditorium Blvd., Daytona Seaside. 386-671-3462. peabodyauditorium.org

FLORIDA FILM FESTIVAL

April 14-23: Now in its thirty second yr, this Oscar-qualifying pageant options greater than 160 movies from 37 international locations premiering one of the best in impartial and worldwide cinema, plus occasions the place movie lovers can mingle with filmmakers and celebrities. Enzian Theater, 1300 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland. floridafilmfestival.com

4TH ANNUAL ROTARY CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL

April 15: Pattern craft beer from numerous Central Florida breweries whereas vibing to dwell music and meals truck delicacies to boost funds for brewery-chosen charities and the Rotary Membership of Avalon Park. A tent devoted to oenophiles debuts this yr for individuals who favor wine to craft brews. This can be a 21 and up occasion and tickets have to be bought by means of Eventbrite. VIP solely ($50) 3-4 p.m., GA ($30) 4-7 p.m. City Park, Avalon Park East Boulevard, Orlando. 407-494-5441. rotaryclubofavalonpark.org

REPTICON KISSIMMEE

April 15-16: See and buy dwell animals from all around the world, purchase pet merchandise straight from producers and attend seminars and demonstrations about reptiles and unique animals. Saturday 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Osceola Heritage Park, Corridor A, 1901 Chief Osceola Path, Kissimmee. repticon.com

CENTRAL FLORIDA EARTH DAY

April 22: Vegetarians of Central Florida hosts the most important and longest-running Earth Day pageant in Central Florida, now in its 18th yr. Take pleasure in instructional displays, audio system, dwell music and household actions. This can be a free, vegan, family-friendly, dog-friendly and smoke- and alcohol-free occasion. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Lake Eola Park, 512 E. Washington St., Orlando. cfearthday.org

THE COLOR RUN

April 22: If you need extra colour in your life, give this 5-kilometer, untimed, just-for-fun run a whirl. Put on all white at the beginning and end in a rainbow of colours from head to toe as runners are doused with coloured powders at every kilometer mark. Then head over to the End Competition for music, dancing, photograph ops, exercise cubicles, meals distributors and extra huge colour throws. 9 a.m. Osceola Heritage Park, 1875 Silver Spur Lane, Kissimmee. 321-697-3333. ohpark.com

HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS

April 22: Do they want an introduction? The world-famous ambassadors of enjoyable tackle the Washington Generals as each groups carry elite athleticism, ability, shock strikes and good instances to the courtroom. 2 p.m. Addition Monetary Area, 12777 Gemini Blvd. N., Orlando. 407-823-3070. additionfiarena.com

THE 15TH ANNUAL WINTER PARK PAINT OUT

April 23-29: The Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Backyard hosts this annual celebration of nature’s magnificence. Its sculpture gardens and gallery are free to the general public in the course of the weeklong occasion. Artwork lovers are invited to observe the 23 plein air artists as they create their works on the grounds and at close by places. Paintings shall be out there for buy. Sunday 1-4 p.m., Monday-Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., Saturday, April 29, from 9 a.m.-noon. 633 Osceola Ave., Winter Park. 407-647-6294. winterparkpaintout.org 

DINO RANCH LIVE

April 27: Disney Junior’s animated collection involves the stage for the primary time ever, following the adventures of the Cassidy household as they deal with “pre-westoric” life in a time when the dinosaurs nonetheless roamed the land. 6 p.m. Onerous Rock Stay, 6050 Common Blvd., Orlando. 407-351-5483. hardrock.com

TASTE OF BALDWIN PARK FOOD & WINE 2023 SPRING

April 27: Foodies shall be descending on the lakeside venue to sip and savor their method by means of limitless meals, wine and craft beer whereas having fun with dwell music from two phases. Native eating places, brewers and wine and spirits distributors shall be serving their  specialties. A portion of the proceeds advantages Caring By Sharing United, which assists the homeless, veterans, disabled residents and extra. 21 and up solely. 7 p.m. Baldwin Park, 4990 New Broad St., Orlando. eventbrite.com

2023 WHITE ROSE TRIBUTE EVENT

April 27: The Holocaust Memorial Useful resource & Schooling Middle’s White Rose Award honors people who actively work to construct a greater group in Central Florida. This yr the honorees are Florida Blue and the Florida Blue Basis, led by Central Florida Market President Tony Jenkins. 5:30 p.m. Orlando Science Middle, 777 E. Princeton St., Orlando. 407-514-2000. osc.org. 407-628-0555. holocaustedu.org

61st ANNUAL APOPKA ART AND FOLIAGE FESTIVAL

April 29-30: Browse the works of juried artisans and crafters in addition to the greenery of the highest foliage growers in Central Florida. Offered by the Apopka Girl’s Membership and town of Apopka, the pageant guarantees household enjoyable, leisure and superb meals. Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Package Land Nelson Park, 35 S. Park Ave., Apopka. apopkaartandfoliagefestival.org

ninth ANNUAL MOUNT DORA BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL

April 29-30: The juicy little blue orb is in every part—sure, even the beer—at this annual pageant that celebrates native blueberry farms. Stay music and greater than 100 distributors present a enjoyable day for the household. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Donnelly Park, 539 N. Donnelly St., Mount Dora. mountdorablueberryfestival.com