67 free things to do and get in Orlando and around the Orlando area, including 16 food, 16 kids & family, 13 attractions.
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Tue–Sun, sunrise to sunset
Orlando Wetlands
The City of Orlando's Orlando Wetlands is free and open for hiking, biking and wildlife viewing on more than 18 miles of marsh trails, Tuesday through Sunday from sunrise to sunset. The visitors center is open Tuesday to Saturday, 9am to 4pm. No pets.
Verified Oct 27 · orlando.gov
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Tue, Wed, Fri 9am–4pm; Thu 9am–7pm; Sat 11am–4pm; Sun 12–4pm
Rollins Museum of ArtOrlando
The Rollins Museum of Art on the Rollins College campus is free for every visitor. Current shows include Visions of the City and The House that Freedoms Built (both through January 3, 2027). Open Tuesday to Sunday; Thursdays until 7pm. Closed Mondays, holidays (Nov 26–27, Dec 24, 25 and 31, Jan 1) and during installations.
Verified Oct 27 · rollins.edu
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Tue–Sat 9am–5pm
Sanford Museum
The City of Sanford's museum holds the collection of town founder Henry Shelton Sanford and local-history exhibits on railroads, riverboats, agriculture, Naval Air Station Sanford and Sanford's sports stars, including Red Barber and Tim Raines. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm.
Verified Oct 27 · sanfordfl.gov
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Mon–Fri, lunch 12–1:30pm, dinner 5–6:30pm
Christian Service Center for the HomelessOrlando
Christian Service Center's Daily Bread serves free hot meals to anyone in need at its Parramore campus near downtown Orlando: lunch noon to 1:30pm and dinner 5 to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday. No ID needed and no faith requirement. The day center also has an emergency food pantry, showers, laundry and a clothing closet.
Verified Oct 27 · christianservicecenter.org
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Tue–Thu 12–4pm, Fri 12–5pm, Sat 10am–2pm
Hannibal Square Heritage CenterOrlando
Crealdé School of Art's Hannibal Square Heritage Center shares the history of Winter Park's historic African-American neighborhood through documentary photographs, oral histories and public art. Admission is free.
Verified Oct 27 · crealde.org
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Open daily (hours posted on the garden's site)
Mead Botanical GardenOrlando
Mead Botanical Garden in Winter Park is open daily and free to the public, with nature trails, birding, picnic spots and a self-guided nature bingo and scavenger hunt. Leashed dogs are welcome. Enter at Garden Drive and Denning Drive.
Verified Oct 27 · meadgarden.org
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Thu, Oct 29, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Orlando Police Department Headquarters
Bring the family in costume for candy, decorated vehicles and Halloween fun with Orlando Police Department members at OPD headquarters on West South Street. Thursday, October 29, 2026, 4 to 7pm. Free.
Verified Oct 27 · orlando.gov
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Thu, Oct 29, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
McQuigg Community GardenOrlando
The City of Orlando's fall Environmental Community Outing (E.C.O.) is a hands-on evening at McQuigg Community Garden in Parramore: staff share gardening tips and lead simple DIY projects, and this session you make your own reusable beeswax food wrap to take home. Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothing, and bring water. Thursday, October 29, 2026, 5:30 to 7:30pm.
Verified Oct 27 · orlando.gov
Catch: Reserve a free spot online (Eventbrite, linked from the city's event page)
Thu, Oct 29, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Winter Park Library, Edyth Bush TheatreOrlando
The Winter Park Playhouse's Sounds of the World series brings vocalist Eric Green, with Jeanine Nesbit on piano, for an evening of Motown and standards like My Girl and Fly Me to the Moon, opened by a poetry reading. Doors open at 6pm. Thursday, October 29, 2026, 7 to 8pm.
Verified Oct 27 · winterparklibrary.org
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Thursdays at 6pm
Buenaventura Lakes LibraryOrlando
The Buenaventura Lakes Library holds a free beginner English class every Thursday at 6pm. Open to the public, no library card needed, and you can start any time.
Verified Oct 27 · osceolalibrary.org
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Thursdays 6–7:30pm
Calvary Assembly of God (Kissimmee)
Calvary Assembly of God on North Thacker Avenue in Kissimmee runs a Second Harvest partner food pantry every Thursday evening from 6 to 7:30pm, handy if you work days. Call ahead to confirm.
Verified Oct 27 · feedhopenow.org
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Tue & Thu 9am–12pm
Catholic Charities – Holy RedeemerKissimmee
Catholic Charities runs a Second Harvest partner food pantry at Holy Redeemer on North Thacker Avenue in Kissimmee, open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am to noon. Call ahead to confirm hours.
Verified Oct 27 · feedhopenow.org
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Fri–Sun & federal holidays, entry 7am–3pm (out by 5pm)
Lake Apopka Wildlife DriveOrlando
The St. Johns River Water Management District's one-way, 11-mile Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive winds through restored marshes where 377 bird species have been recorded, plus alligators and bobcats. Drive in on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and federal holidays between 7am and 3pm; all vehicles out by 5pm. Allow 1–3 hours. Leashed dogs allowed; no trailers or vehicles over 25 feet.
Verified Oct 27 · sjrwmd.com
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Fridays & Saturdays: tours leave 9am–2:15pm Nov–Apr (9am–1:15pm May–Oct)
Orlando Wetlands Visitors Center
Volunteers lead free public tram tours of the Orlando Wetlands on Fridays and Saturdays. From November to April tours leave between 9am and 2:15pm (May to October, until 1:15pm). First come, first served in groups of 10 or fewer; no reservations. Donations to the Friends of the Orlando Wetlands are welcome but not required.
Verified Oct 27 · orlando.gov
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Fri, Oct 30, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Dr. James R. Smith Neighborhood CenterOrlando
A Halloween trunk-or-treat with a sneaker twist at the Dr. James R. Smith Neighborhood Center: decorated trunks with candy stops, a sneaker showcase, costume contest, DJ, music and games, prizes and giveaways, and photo spots. Come in costume and your freshest sneakers. Friday, October 30, 2026, 5 to 8pm.
Verified Oct 27 · orlando.gov
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Tue & Fri 10am–12pm
Salvation Army Kissimmee
The Salvation Army in Kissimmee runs a Second Harvest partner food pantry on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10am to noon. Deliveries are available; call 407-383-7493 for details.
Verified Oct 27 · feedhopenow.org
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Fridays at 10am
Veterans Memorial Library – St. Cloud Branch
Osceola Library System's Veterans Memorial Library in St. Cloud holds a free beginner English class every Friday at 10am, open to the public with no library card needed. Start any time.
Verified Oct 27 · osceolalibrary.org
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Fri, Oct 30, 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Barber ParkOrlando
Orange County Parks turns Barber Park's outdoor hockey rink into a roller rink with skate games and a DJ. Bring your own skates; food trucks on site. Skip masks and long costumes. Friday, October 30, 2026, 5:30 to 9pm.
Verified Oct 27 · ocfl.net
Catch: Bring your own skates
Mon & Fri, 9am–12pm
Barber ParkOrlando
Orange County's Barber Park offers free pickleball open play on Mondays and Fridays from 9am to noon for ages 18 and up. Check the park's court calendar before heading out.
Verified Oct 27 · ocfl.net
Catch: Only for: ages 18 and up
Fridays 10am–12pm
The Picnic ProjectSanford
The Picnic Project, a Second Harvest partner pantry on South Park Avenue in Sanford, gives out free groceries every Friday from 10am to noon. For emergencies, call 321-222-0995. Call ahead to confirm hours.
Verified Oct 27 · feedhopenow.org
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Sat, Oct 31, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Chambers Park Community CenterKissimmee
Trick-or-treat from decorated trunks at Chambers Park Community Center on Halloween night, with free candy at every trunk, music and a full night of Halloween activities. Come in costume and bring a bucket or bag. Open to all ages, no sign-up. Saturday, October 31, 2026, 7 to 9pm.
Verified Oct 27 · kissimmee.gov
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Mon, Nov 2, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Harry P. Leu GardensOrlando
Harry P. Leu Gardens near downtown Orlando is free for everyone on Monday, November 2, 2026, 9am to 5pm (last entry 4pm). Regular adult admission is $15.
Verified Oct 27 · leugardens.org
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Sat, Nov 7, 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Bass Road Disposal SiteKissimmee
On Saturday, November 7, 2026, Osceola County residents can drop off up to 4 passenger car tires per household at no charge at the Bass Road Disposal Site in Kissimmee, 7am to noon. On other days tire disposal carries a fee. Household chemicals may also be dropped off that morning. Bring proof of residency (photo ID). Limit 8 tires per household per year; no businesses, vendors or commercial tires.
Verified Oct 27 · osceola.org
Catch: Only for: Osceola County residents (proof of residency, photo ID) · Up to 4 passenger car tires per household (8 a year)
Sat, Nov 7, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Lake Nona Town CenterOrlando
The City of Orlando's 27th annual Veterans Day Parade, hosted with Tavistock and the Lake Nona VA Medical Center, starts and ends at Lake Nona Town Center, followed by a ceremony and family activities. Saturday, November 7, 2026, 11am to 1pm.
Verified Oct 27 · orlando.gov
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Sat, Nov 7, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Kissimmee Lakefront Park, Veterans Lawn
Kissimmee, the Osceola County Veterans Council and American Legion Post 10 host the first Veterans Day Festival on the Veterans Lawn, with live entertainment, a kids' zone, community exhibitors and food trucks. Saturday, November 7, 2026, noon to 4pm.
Verified Oct 27 · kissimmee.gov
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Sat, Nov 7, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Chambers Park Community CenterKissimmee
The City of Kissimmee invites veterans and their families to a free evening of dinner, special recognition, awards and presentations honoring their service at Chambers Park Community Center. Saturday, November 7, 2026, 6 to 8pm. Questions: Parks & Recreation, 407-518-2599.
Verified Oct 27 · kissimmee.gov
Catch: Only for: veterans and their families
Wed, Nov 11, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Harry P. Leu GardensOrlando
Retired military and veterans get free general admission to Harry P. Leu Gardens on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2026 (9am to 5pm). Active-duty military with ID are free every day.
Verified Oct 27 · leugardens.org
Catch: Only for: veterans and retired military (active duty free any day with ID)
During library branch hours
Seminole County Library branchesOrlando
Seminole County Library cardholders can borrow nontraditional items at no cost, including telescopes, ukuleles and American Girl dolls, from Seminole County Library branches.
Verified Oct 27 · seminolecountyfl.gov
Catch: Seminole County Library card required
Third Thursday of each month, 10am–8pm (none in November)
Orlando Museum of Art
The Orlando Museum of Art is free for everyone on the third Thursday of each month, 10am to 8pm, with performances, gallery talks at 2:30pm, free sketching materials from 5 to 7pm and a docent highlights tour at 7pm. No Access for All in November (Festival of Trees). Regular adult admission is $20; parking is free.
Verified Oct 27 · omart.org
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Tuesdays 5:30–6:30pm
Hart Memorial LibraryKissimmee
The Osceola Library System's Hart Memorial Library in Kissimmee runs a weekly class on becoming a U.S. citizen and preparing for the citizenship interview and test, Tuesdays 5:30 to 6:30pm. No cost, open to the public, and no library card needed.
Verified Oct 27 · osceolalibrary.org
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2nd and 4th Sundays, 12:30–1:30pm
Calvary Assembly of God Orlando
Calvary Assembly of God on Clay Street in Winter Park gives out free groceries on the second and fourth Sunday of each month, 12:30 to 1:30pm, through Second Harvest. Call ahead to confirm.
Verified Oct 27 · feedhopenow.org
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Second Saturday of each month at 4pm
Melrose Center, Orlando Public Library
Improv actors from the Orlando improv community put on a free comedy show on the Melrose Stage at the Orlando Public Library on the second Saturday of every month at 4pm. No registration needed.
Verified Oct 27 · ocls.org
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Second Sunday of each month; docent tours at 12:30, 1:30 and 2:30pm
Mennello Museum of American ArtOrlando
On the second Sunday of every month the Mennello Museum of American Art in Loch Haven Park is free, with docent-led gallery tours at 12:30, 1:30 and 2:30pm and a fine art project. Current exhibition: Isamu Noguchi: Metal the Mirror (through February 28, 2027). Free parking in the lot next to the museum.
Verified Oct 27 · mennellomuseum.org
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