September Events in Orlando

It is starting to get cool outside and there are a lot of great September events to keep you busy.  Okay, so it’s not getting cool yet, but there are still a lot of great events to attend.  Here are some of our top picks:

Magical Dining Month: September 1 – 30

Some of Orlando’s finest restaurants will feature three-course, prix fixe dinner menus for just $33 per person. Indulge your inner gourmet with an appetizer, entrée and dessert participating restaurants.

One dollar from each meal will be donated to this year’s charity, the Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Central Florida.

For more information, visit: http://www.visitorlando.com/magicaldining

Orlando Fall Home & Garden Show:  September 6 – 8

Come out and enjoy one of Central Florida’s largest home and garden show at Orlando Fall Home & Garden Show at the Orange County Convention Center.  Find everything you need for your home and garden, plus DIY seminars, show only prices, home improvement, pools, spays, interior designs, the latest trends in kitchens and baths and so much more.  Entry cost is $6.00 – $9.00.  For more information, go to http://www.orlandohomeandgardenshow.com/

Lizzie Borden The Musical: September 09/05 – 09/15

A new musical based on the life of alleged axe murderer Lizzie Borden playing at the Theatre Downtown, 2113 North Orange Ave., Orlando.  Cost is $18 – $22.  For more information or for reservations call 407-841-0083

Music Composed by Rich Charron. Book & Lyrics by Michael Wanzie.

Directed by Kenny Howard.  Musical Direction by John B. deHaas.

Steely Dan at Hard Rock Live:  September 11 (SOLD OUT)

Steely Dan will be playing at the Hard Rock Live, but the concert is sold out so you’ll have to got o Stub Hub or a similar service for tickets.
 
 
 
 

Autumn Rock N’ Run 5k Presented by Florida Hospital:  September 14

Time & Location
7:30 a.m.: 5k (3.1 mi.)
8:45 a.m.: Healthy 100 Kids’ Run
9:00 a.m.: Awards Ceremony

Lake Concord Park
95 Triplet Lake Drive
Casselberry, FL 32707

Rock n’ roll reigns supreme at the 2nd race of the Track Shack Running Series! The Autumn Rock n’ Run 5k features the high energy, live music runners and walkers love.  For more information or to signup, go to: http://www.trackshack.com/events-detail.php?id=234

Galactic Encounter Days:  September 14 – 15

Stormtroopers reclaim the History Center for the Empire! See the 501st Legion: Vader’s Fist march through Heritage Square on Saturday and then watch a Droid parade in Heritage Square on Sunday. Blast a stormtrooper; relax in the pilots’ lounge; and enjoy “Blue Milk,” “Wookie Cookies,” “Yoda Juice,” and “Bantha Brownies.”  See Han Solo frozen in Carbonite, meet Darth Vader, and explore a Tusken Raider village. Don’t miss a photo opportunity with some of your favorite Star Wars characters.
 
 
 
 
 

Global Peace Film Festival:  September 17 – 22

From the Global Peace Film Festival Website:  The Global Peace Film Festival was established to utilize the power of the motion picture to further the goal of peace on earth. With a mission to expand the definition of peace beyond anti-war, ideology, activism or specific causes, the Global Peace Film Festival films and events suggest a more personal message as reflected in the daily lives of individuals and communities the world over.

For more information, go to:  http://peacefilmfest.org/
 
 

Miracle Miles 15k & 5k Presented by Panera Bread:  September 21

Time & Location
6:00 am – Day of race registration
7:00 am – 5k (3.1 miles) sponsored by Pediatrix Medical Group
7:20 am – 15k (9.3. miles) sponsored by JetBlue
9:30 am – Kids’ Fun Run
9:45 am – Walk-For-Winnie sponsored by WaWa
10:00 am – Awards Ceremony

Lake Eola Park, Downtown Orlando
(Farmers Market location)
N. Eola Dr & E. Central Blvd
Orlando, FL 32801

On Saturday September 21, 2013, over 4,000 dedicated athletes are expected to fill the streets of Downtown Orlando for the 15th Annual Miracle Miles 15K Run, 5K Run/Walk, Kids’ Fun Run and Walk-for-Winnie. Miracle Miles benefits the Alexander Center for Neonatology at Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies.  For more information or to register, to go:  http://www.trackshack.com/events-detail.php?id=239

The Color Run: September 22

The Color Run™, also known as the Happiest 5k on the Planet, is a unique paint race that celebrates healthiness, happiness, individuality, and giving back to the community.  For more information or to register, go to:  www.thecolorrun.com/orlando

Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights:  September 20,21, 26, 27, 28, 29

Halloween Horror Nights is Universal Studios annual premier Halloween Event.  The theme park is transformed into haunted houses, street experiences and shows. It is truly the ultimate Halloween experience and should not be missed.  Please note, this event is too intense for small children.  For more information, go to: http://www.halloweenhorrornights.com/orlando/index.html

Mickey’ Not So Scary Halloween Party:  September 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27, 29

If you want a Halloween event that the whole family can enjoy, Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party will fit the bill.  Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is a Halloween-themed special event held in the Magic Kingdom theme park at Walt Disney World Orlando. Guests of all ages are encouraged to dress up in their favorite Halloween costumes.  You can also collect delicious candy as you trick-or-treat around Magic Kingdom theme park.  Special entertainment includes a Halloween parade, a special fireworks show, favorite Disney characters in costumer, special lighting, music and theming effects.  For more information, go to https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/events-tours/magic-kingdom/mickeys-not-so-scary-halloween-party/

Busch Gardens Howl O Scream: September 27, 28

Howl O Scream is Busch Gardens Tampa extreme Halloween party.  This event is best for adults and way too scary for children under 16.

 Bubble Palooza:  September 21

The Bubble Palooza is 3 miles of getting blasted by a bubbly rainbow.

Where:  Florida Horsepark
11008 S. Highway 475, Ocala, FL   34480

You must preregister online.  You will immediately be emailed a ticket. Bring your ticket to enter the event.  For more information, go to:  http://bubblepalooza.com/orlandotampa/

Orlando Boat Show:  September 27 – 29

The Orlando Boat Show features 13 of Central Florida’s best boat dealers representing over 50 manufacturers.  Cost is $5 and location is the Orange County Convention Center.  For more information, go to:  http://www.orlandoboatshow.com/index.html