Orlando in October 2024 – Kissimmee & Orlando Events

If you are planning to visit Orlando in October 2024, you’re in for a tricky treat! Fall fun and festivities get into full swing. There are some amazing reasons to visit in the Fall – low crowds, great weather, seasonal events and non stop spooky fun.

October in Orlando is a super spooky time of year full of tricks, treats, ghouls and ghosts. We’ve included the major Halloween events below, but do check our Orlando Halloween Guide for full details everything happening in the Halloween Vacation Capital.

What’s The Weather Like in Orlando in October?

The weather in October is perfect. You’ll enjoy hot sunny days and balmy warm nights. It’s really one of our favorite months for weather.
While many are thinking about dusting off thick winter jackets, here in Florida we only have one wardrobe.

Flip flops optional. Sunscreen essential.

• How hot is it in October?
  Although it’s still hot in October, the extreme highs and humidity of the summer months are fading. The temperatures average a very pleasant low 80 degrees with about 8 hours of sunshine each day. The average high is 84 and the average low is 65.
• Does it rain in October?
  The rain lessens as the month goes on. You can expect the odd burst of heavy rain, but things dry off quickly in the heat of the day. Keep a poncho handy just in case. Orlando usually gets rain on around 13 days during October.
• Are there hurricanes in October in Orlando?
  Hurricane season in Orlando is from June to November, which means October is at the very end of the season. Most hurricane activity is during August and September.

Events In Orlando In October 2024

Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party offers a whole host of spooky specials are happening.

• Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade featuring an array of spooky floats, Disney villains and characters dressed in their Halloween best and the Haunted Mansion graveyard diggers
• Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular stage show stars the wicked Sanderson Sisters
• Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular is a can’t-miss nighttime extravaganza featuring projections, special effects, fireworks, music and Disney characters.

October dates: 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 21, 24, 25, 27, 29, 31 2024

Full details see: Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

Orlando in October: Halloween Horror Nights

The 32nd anniversary of Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights gathers the most notorious creatures of horror together. Haunted Houses, Scare Zones, live entertainment and spooky food makes for an unforgettable experience.

October Dates: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 30, 31 2024
Where: Universal Studios
Web: Halloween Horror Nights

Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

The Epcot Food & Wine Festival began on August 29th and runs daily through November 23rd 2024

Epcot Food & Wine 2024 Includes:

• Exclusive marketplaces
• Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak Scavenger Hunt
• Live Entertainment

When: August 29th daily through November 23rd 2024
Where: 200 Epcot Center Dr, Orlando, FL 32821
Web: Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

Orlando in October: SeaWorld Spooktacular

Weekends throughout October 2024

Orlando in October brings us this super kid-friendly Halloween event.
SeaWorld Spooktacular is perfect for the entire family to have some trick and treating fun.

The little ones will love this underwater “fantasea” with bright and colorful whimsical creatures, trick or treating, Penelope’s Garden Party, Halloween Dance Party and Sesame Streets Countdown to Halloween.

When: Select dates August 31 through November 3 2024
Where: SeaWorld Orlando
Web: SeaWorld Spooktacular 

Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens

Select dates October 2024

With a more adult theme, Howl-O-Scream is Tampa Bay’s premier Halloween event with tormenting surprises around every corner and unexpected scares.

The streets will be swarming with hundreds of roaming creatures, making escape nearly impossible. A chilling live show and the chance to challenge Florida’s top thrill rides in the dark will keep the screams coming all night.

When: Select nights September 6 through November 2, 2024
Where: Busch Gardens, 10165 McKinley Dr, Tampa, FL 33612
Web: Howl-O-Scream

Orlando in October: Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld

SeaWorld Orlando are once again joining in the adult scare factor. Make your way through Scare Zones as you try to avoid angry haunts out to get you. And there’s no escaping by running indoors, you’ll only find yourself in haunted houses. Make sure you don’t miss this horror during Orlando in October!

When: Select dates August 31 through November 3 2024
Where: SeaWorld Orlando
Web: SeaWorld Howl-O-Scream

Brick or Treat LegoLand Florida

Select Dates October 2024

A perfect Trick or Treat for the younger kids with Brick or Treat at LegoLand.

Lots of activities including LEGO ghost building, Scavenger Hunt, Costume Contest, Meet & Greet with LEGO characters, a 13 foot Vampyer Hearse and a fireworks finale. All included with the entry ticket.

When: Select Sat & Sun September 13 – October 27 2024
Where: LEGOLand Florida, Legoland Way, Winter Haven, FL
Web: Legoland Florida

Orlando in October: Sunset Walk Entertainment

The Promenade at Sunset Walk is one of our favorite hang-outs and is almost on your doorstep if you are staying in one of our vacation homes.

Located just off the US-192 at Margaritaville Orlando Resort, there’s a wide range of great eateries, a selection of stores, an escape game, movie theater, game center, sling shot and lots of live entertainment. Plus, weekly car & truck shows, artisan markets and regular events.

There’s ample free parking and free entry for everyone.

Regular Events at Sunset Walk:

(Times are subject to change, please check the Sunset Walk events page for the latest info)

• Sunset Live Nightly – Head to Promenade Plaza Stage for regional and local bands and artists – times vary – check calendar of events.
• Sunset Craft, Food & Drink Market – Thursdays from 6pm – Featuring the best art and décor vendors from across Central Florida and live music from 6pm. Plus venues of the Promenade bring delicious food and beverage menus to the streets of Sunset Walk.
• Dockside Duelling Piano’s at The Wharf – Every Friday from 9.30pm. Request your favorite tunes performed by the dynamic duo live pianos.
• Show Car Saturday Nights – 4-8pm – Every Saturday, vintage cars from 1987 or earlier line up to share the love for these classic beauties. There’s a live DJ and party atmosphere too, followed by live music.
• Sunset Saturday Artisan Market – from 6pm featuring local Craft and Specialty Vendors from across Central Florida.
• Sunday Car & Truck Show – October 13 2024 – 11am to 2pm – Classic cars and trucks collectors from all eras showcase their vehicles. DJ Don pumps out classic rock music every second Sunday of each month.
• Sunday Latin Sunday – Estefan Kitchen, El Jefe Tequilas Taco Cantina and BR 77 Brazilian Steak House present Sunday-Latin-Sunday at 5pm every Sunday on the Promenade Plaza Stage with live DJs spinning salsa, Latin pop, merengue, bachata and more.
• Trunk or Treat Car Show – October 26 2024 – candy for kids, live music and street performers. Plus, over 100 cars competing for Best Halloween Themed Rides. See full details.
• Pumkin Patch at Sunset Walk – October 18- 30 2024 – 4pm – 8pm – Pumpkins and seasonal backdrops for photo ops along with music, street performers and entertainment.
• Halloween Costume – October 31 – 6-10pm – Over $1000 in cash prizes for best dressed, plus runner up prizes.

Where: The Promenade at Sunset Walk, 3251 Margaritaville Boulevard, Kissimmee, FL 34747
Web: Sunset Walk Events

Oktoberfest at Krush Brau Park

Select dates October

Krush Brau Park (KBP) is once again holding Oktoberfest from September 14th to November 3rd 2024. The event features all of the best and well-known German beers, food, and gifts. Also featured are some of Central Florida’s breweries Oktoberfest beers.

There will also be a keg tapping ceremony plus several other contests including bier stein holding, yodeling, German limbo, German Schuplattler dance, best dressed Oktoberfest person and much more.

General admission is $5, children under 12 free, Veterans free. VIP tickets  and upgrades are also available.

When: Select dates September 14th to November 3rd 2024
Where: Krush Brau Park, 4580 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee, FL 34746
Web: Krush Brau Park

Winter Park Autumn Art Festival

October 12-13 2024

Orlando in October brings us this fan favorite art extravaganza. The organizers expect more than 40,000 visitors for this annual event where local artists display their exceptional wares.

Food is available throughout the event, plus a Beer Garden with $6 drinks will be located in front of the entertainment stage. Live entertainment and kids activities keeps everyone happy.

When: Saturday October 12 and Sunday October 13 2024 – 9am-5pm
Where: Central Park, Winter Park, FL 32789
Web: Winter Park Autumn Art Festival

Spooky Empire

October 11th-14th 2024

The Nations largest horror convention with celebrity guests and a host of events and experiences.

Visitors will enjoy celebrity autographs, a tattoo festival, film festival, exhibitor room, photo ops, kid zone, costume contest, seminars, live entertainment and more.

When: October 11th-13th 2024
Where: Hyatt Regency Orlando
Web: Spooky Empire

Celebration Florida Oktoberfest

October 18-19 2024

Orlando in October doesn’t bring the cooler weather usually associated with fall, but that doesn’t stop us cozying up in Central Florida! Just like we have Now Snowing at Christmas, the Town of Celebration also treats us to Falling Leaves during Oktoberfest.

Leaves fall 3 times a night at 7pm, 8pm and 9pm along Market Street.

Enjoy a traditional German experience featuring live music. Join in the interactive live show featuring everything from yodeling to crowd sing-a-long fun.

This is a family event with hayrides, pumpkins and fun. Check out our Celebration Dining Guide if you’re looking for a bite to eat.

When: October 18 & 19 2024
Where: Celebration Town Center
Web: Oktoberfest at Celebration

Orlando in October: Country Thunder Florida 2024

October 18-20 2024

A whole host of headliners will be in the line up for the 2024 Country Thunder Festival.

When: October 18-20-2024
Where: Osceola Heritage Park, 1875 Silver Spur Lane, Kissimmee, FL 34744
Web: Country Thunder

Clermont Harvest Festival

October 19 2024

Head over to Historic Downtown Clermont for a good old fashioned family harvest festival full of fun and festive spirit.

There will be a pumpkin patch and photos plus a kidzone, live music and more.

There will be vendors showcasing homemade and handmade goods, one of a kind collectables and gifts.

Food trucks will be available for snacks and the Downtown restaurants will all be open. And decorated!

When: October 19th 2024 – 10am to 4pm
Where: 685 W. Montrose St Clermont 
Web: Clermont Downtown Partnership

Orlando in October: Come Out With Pride Festival

October 19 2024

Orlando in October is home to Come Out with Pride Festival. The event attracts over 150,000 visitors with a massive parade lining the streets of downtown Orlando.

There’s a marketplace filled with vendors from and supporting the LGBTQ+ community as well as the most impressive entertainment and fireworks display.

Spectators line the streets around Lake Eola to watch the many organizations, businesses and individuals supporting the LGBTQ community.

With such a diverse array of marchers and floats, this is The Most Colorful Parade in Orlando!

When: October 19 2024
Where: Lake Eola, Downtown Orlando
Web: Come Out With Pride

Cocoa Fall Art & Craft Fair

October 19-20 2024

The beautiful, historic town of Cocoa, on Florida’s Space Coast, plays host to 200 vendors with their arts and crafts. A kid’s zone will keep the youngsters happy and live music will entertain the adults. food and beverages are available and it is free to enter.

When: Sat Oct 19-20 2024 
Where: Historic Cocoa Village, FL 32922
Web: Fall Art & Craft Fair

Rock N Brews BBQ Festival

October 25-26 2024

The annual Rock n Brews BBQ Festival will be held at Camp Mack. As well as delicious competition level BBQ, there will be live music and a craft fair on the riverfront.

When: October 25-26th 2024
Where: 14900 Camp Mack Road, Lake Wales, FL 33898
Web: Rock n Brews

Orlando in October: Central Florida Veg-Fest

October 26 2024

You don’t need to be a vegetarian to enjoy one of the biggest and longest running veg festivals in the world. It’s a smoke-free, alcohol-free family fun day showcasing a diverse range of vegetarian and vegan cuisines. Check out new products, learn healthy living alternatives and food prep demos. There’s a kids zone, artists corner, live music, animal corner and drum circle.

When: October 26th 2024
Where: Orlando Festival Park, 2911 E. Robinson Street, Orlando, FL 32803
Web: Central Florida Veg-Fest

Orlando Air Dot Show

Experience the pride, power and patriotism of an Air Dot Show Tour event

When: October 25th – 26th 2025
Where: Orlando Sanford International Airport
Web: Air Dot Tour

Mount Dora Craft Fair

October 26-27 2024

Take a short drive from Orlando to the charming town of Mount Dora for the annual Craft Fair. This event features over 350 artisans and crafters showcasing handmade goods, from home décor and jewelry to unique gifts and art pieces. It’s the perfect place to start your holiday shopping or find one-of-a-kind treasures.

Highlights:

• Handmade Crafts: Explore booths filled with handmade items from talented crafters.
• Food Vendors: Enjoy delicious food and beverages from local vendors as you stroll through the fair.
• Scenic Location: The fair is set in the picturesque streets of downtown Mount Dora, making for a lovely day trip.

Parking can be tricky, so consider using the bus/shuttle service from designated parking areas to avoid the hassle.

When: October 26th & 27th 2024 – 9am to 5pm
Where: Mount Dora, FL 32757
Web: Mount Dora Craft Fair

Run the Mall Race Series at Oviedo Mall

Oviedo Mall has a Run the Mall race series starting with the Monster Dash 5K on October 27th 2024

Fuse your Halloween spirit with fitness and family-friendly fun. Spooky costumes are encouraged and all levels of runners are welcome.

The Run the Mall race series will also feature the Turkey Trot 5K on Thanksgiving Day, and Chicken Run in January 2024.

When: October 27th 2024
Web: Monster Dash 5K

Orlando in October: Fall Festival

Southernhill Farms is a family owned and operated blueberry u-pick farm in Clermont. The Fall Festival is held every Thursday to Sunday in October.

There’s live music, local food trucks, craft beer & wine and, of course, the pumpkin patch. The pumpkin patch is home to an array of pumpkins of all shapes and sizes. There’s a playground for kids, and giant games for adults such as Jenga and bean bag toss.

You can also hop on the Blueberry Express or roast some smores on the firepit. You can purchase s’mores from the family store along with local and raw honey, lotions, hand balms and lots more.

When: Thursday-Sunday between September 23 and November 12 2024
Where: Southernhill Farms, 16651 Schofield Rd, Clermont, FL 34714, USA
Web: Fall Festival