Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

Epcot Food & Wine Festival is still goin strong in September and runs daily right through until November 18th 2023.

Enjoy exclusive marketplaces, a scavenger hunt with Remy and live entertainment plus lots more.

When: July 27th through November 18th 2023
Where: 200 Epcot Center Dr, Orlando, FL 32821
Web: Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

SeaWorld Craft Beer Festival

If you enjoy craft beer, this is your chance to sample a mix of domestic and local Florida favorites. The SeaWorld Craft Beer Festival feature over 100 brews and 20 unique menu items.

When: July 28th – September 4 2023
Where: SeaWorld Orlando
Web: SeaWorld Craft Beer Festival

Busch Gardens Bier Fest

Busch Gardens beer inspired festival features an array of seasonal sips and savors. Try over 70 seasonal eats and craft beers along with foot tapping local bands.

The festival is included in park admission.

When: Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays – July 21st to September 4th 2023
Where: Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Web: Bier Fest

Orlando in September: Magical Dining

Magical Dining continues in Orlando in September, now in it’s 18th year.

For 45 delicious days, you get the opportunity to dine at over 100 of Central Florida’s top restaurants for just $40 or $60 a head.

Organized by VisitOrlando, a dollar of every meal is donated to local charities.

When: August 18th through October 1st 2023
Where: Multiple Locations – see link below
Details: Magical Dining Month

Halloween Horror Nights

Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando brings together a hoard of horror creatures to give you plenty of screams and scares. There are haunted Houses and Scare Zones, plus live entertainment and spooky food.

September Halloween Horror Nights Dates:

• September 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 27, 28, 29, 30

When: Select Nights September 1 – October 31 2023
Where: Universal Studios
Web: Halloween Horror Nights

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 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.

Events at Sunset Walk:

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

• Labor Day Weekend Celebrations: September 1-4 2023 – celebrate the end of summers at Sunset Walk with 4 days of Live Music, Entertainment, Bands, DJ’s, Street Performers, Amazing Food and more.
• 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.
• Car & Truck Show – September 10th 2023 – 11am to 2pm
  Classic cars and trucks collectors from all eras showcase their vehicles. DJ Don pumps out classic rock music, plus Easter Bunny and Easter Eggs.
• Sunset Live – Tuesday through Sunday
  Head to Promenade Plaza Stage for regional and local bands and artists – times vary – check calendar of events.
• The Market at The Promenade at Sunset Walk – Saturdays – from 6pm featuring local Craft and Specialty Vendors from across Central Florida.
• Promenade Plaza Thursdays – from 6pm – Featuring the best art and décor vendors from across Central Florida, plus live music.
• Fired-Up Fridays – from 5pm – Car & Truck Show with all makes and models, plus live DJ and live bands

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

Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

As well as trick and treating, a whole host of spooky specials are happening at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party. The event runs on select night from August 11th to November 1st 2023

• 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.

September Mickey’s Not So Scary Dates are:

• September: 1, 4, 8, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 28, 29

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

Orlando in September: The Great Irish Hooley

Spend Labor Day Weekend in Orlando in September celebrating Irish style.

Raglan Road at Disney Springs is home to this unique Irish Festival showcasing Irish music and dance. Great family entertainment for all ages with the best of Irish food and beverages. There’s also Celtic face painting too.

Live music performed by popular Irish bands, plus performances by Raglan Road Irish Dancers.
There is no cover charge.

When: September 1s-4th 2023
Where: Raglan Road, Disney Springs, Lake Buena Vista.
Web: Great Irish Hooley

Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens & SeaWorld Orlando

A much more adult theme, Howl-O-Scream over at Buch Gardens in Tampa Bay is oozing with screams and scares.

Roaming creatures swarm the streets, there are chilling live shows and you get to experience Tampa’s thrill rides in the dark.

When: Select Nights – September 8th – October 31st 2023
Where: Busch Gardens, 10165 McKinley Dr, Tampa, FL 33612 and SeaWorld Orlando, 7007 Sea World Dr, Orlando, FL 32821
Web: Howl-O-Scream Busch Gardens

Kids Go Free at Kennedy Space Center

Kennedy Space Center are celebrating Future Voyagers Month with free one day admissions to all children for the whole of September.

A family can enjoy up to three children free with every one adult ticket purchased. The offer is valid for children aged 3-11.

Enjoy the new All Systems Are Go! experience, which launched earlier this year, featuring four-legged cartoon friend, Snoopy, and other beloved Peanuts® characters. The immersive experience features state-of-the-art puppetry, lights and sounds. Plus interactive exhibits, incredible attractions, thrilling simulators, behind-the-scenes tours, rocket launch viewing opportunities & more.

Osceola & Orange County Residents: You also have a special offer of reduced rate of $19 for adults and $14 for children for one day admission from September 11th-17th 2023.

When: September 1st-30th 2023
Where: Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Web: Kids Go Free

Free Admission to Central Florida Zoo

Visitors aged 12 and younger can visit Central Florida Zoo for free between September 5th to 22nd 2023. One children’s ticket is available for free with the purchase of one adult ticket on daytime general admission tickets. Purchase at the gate, offer not available online.

Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is a not-for-profit organization and home to over 300 animals and features lush botanical gardens.

When: September 5th – 22nd 2023
Where: Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Oktoberfest at Krush Brau Park

Krush Brau Park (KBP) is once again holding Oktoberfest from September 15th to October 22nd 2023. 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 are also available.

When: September 15th to October 22nd 2023 10am to 10pm
Where: Krush Brau Park, 4580 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee, FL 34746
Web: Krush Brau Park

SeaWorld Spooktacular

We have a super kid-friendly Halloween event in Orlando in September.
SeaWorld Spooktacular is ideal for the littles ones to have some fun trick and treating.

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: Saturday & Sundays September 16th – October 31st 2023
Where: SeaWorld Orlando
Web: SeaWorld Spooktacular 

Pumpkin Ponderosa

Showcase of Citrus is featuring their 5th annual Pumpkin Ponderosa from September 23rd 2023.

Pick your perfect pumpkin, or get a fall family shot. Activities also include:

• Feeding exotic/farm animals
• Gem mining
• Monster truck adventures
• Kids playground
• Seasonal speciality beverages
• Food trucks

Free parking and admission.

When: From September 23rd – 9am – 6.30pm
Where:  Showcase of Citrus
Web: Showcase of Citrus events

FREE Summer Fun Days at Bok Tower Gardens

Bok Tower Gardens are offering Wawa Summer Fun Days with complimentary admission on September 28-29 2023.

Pre-registration is essential to receive complimentary tickets. This complimentary offer is limited to four visitors per registration, and admission for the day is limited to assist with capacity issues. All members of the party visiting on Wawa Summer Fun Days will need to have a ticket to enter.

When: September 28th and 29th 2023
Where: Bok Tower Gardens
Web: Summer Fun Days

Rocket Launches at Kennedy Space Center

If you’ve never seen a rocket launch, it’s well worth the trip over to the Space Coast.

If you do plan on going to watch a rocket launch, keep in mind launches are very unpredictable. They can be cancelled hours or even minutes before launch. It’s best to plan a day at Kennedy Space Center at the same time. That way, it’s not a wasted day if the launch is cancelled.

Rocket Launch Calendar: Kennedy Space Center or Space Coast Launches