Special Events
MORSE MUSEUM LECTURE SERIES
The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art wraps up its 2025 free lecture series this month. 2:30 p.m. Jeannette G. and Hugh F. McKean Pavilion, 161 W. Canton Ave., Winter Park. 407-645-5311. morsemuseum.org
April 2: Louis Comfort Tiffany and Algeria, with Roberta A. Mayer.
FRIENDS MUSICAL INSIGHTS
Through April 14: The award-winning musical-awareness series presented by Friends of the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra explores an array of musical subjects. 5 p.m. 407-896-6700. friendsorlandophil.org. The Plaza Live, 425 N. Bumby Ave., Orlando.
April 14: Mark Fischer—The Music of John Williams, Star Wars and Beyond.
The sensational sweets available as part of SeaWorld Orlando’s Seven Seas
Food Festival.
SEAWORLD SEVEN SEAS FOOD FESTIVAL
Through May 4: Embark on a voyage of taste as you sip and sample your way around the world. SeaWorld Orlando, 7007 Sea World Drive, Orlando. 407-545-5550. seaworld.com
EPCOT INTERNATIONAL FLOWER & GARDEN FESTIVAL
Through June 2: Take in enchanting topiaries and gather gardening tips while sampling seasonal foods from the outdoor kitchens. Enjoy live music while picking up advice that can transform your outdoor living space. Included with regular admission. EPCOT World Showcase, Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista. 407-939-5277. disneyworld.disney.go.com
ORIGAMI IN THE GARDEN takes the folded object and transforms it into colossal metal sculpture that evokes wonder and imagination. Photo sourced from leugardens.org
ORIGAMI IN THE GARDEN
Through Sept. 3: Origami is the name of the intricate Japanese art of folding paper into beautiful objects. More than 20 pieces, from the original folded papers to colossal metal sculptures, find a home among the acres of gardens. Included with admission. Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando. 407-246-2620. leugardens.org
SUN ‘N FUN AEROSPACE EXPO
April 1-6: Look to the skies for jaw-dropping maneuvers in one of the largest air shows on Earth. The U.S. Navy Blue Angels headline a show packed with industry heavyweights. 9 a.m. Lakeland Linder International Airport, 4075 James C. Ray Drive, Lakeland. 863-644-2431. flysnf.org
UCF CELEBRATES THE ARTS 2025
April 1-13: Each spring, the University of Central Florida’s student and faculty artists present a celebration of arts with musicals, concerts, lectures and discussions, multimedia events, chamber music, visual arts and more. Check website for extensive schedule of events. cah.ucf.edu. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 407-358-6603. drphillipscenter.org
SPRING FIESTA IN THE PARK
April 5-6: The 36th Annual Spring Fiesta in the Park welcomes all to enjoy the springtime beauty of Lake Eola Park while browsing the wares of hundreds of artists and crafters. Savor the flavors from a variety of food vendors and the beer garden while enjoying live entertainment for the whole family. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 512 E. Washington St., Orlando. fiestainthepark.com
Image sourced from Florida Film Festival Facebook page.
FLORIDA FILM FESTIVAL
April 11-20: Now in its 34th year, this Oscar-qualifying festival hosted by Enzian Theater features more than 170 films from 41 countries premiering the best in independent and international cinema, plus events where film lovers can mingle with filmmakers and celebrities. Tiedtke Amphitheater and Belvedere at Winter Park Events Center, 1050 W. Morse Blvd. 407-629-1088. floridafilmfestival.com
CRIME JUNKIE PODCAST
April 18: True crime podcasters Ashley Flowers and Brit Prawat bring their storytelling talents to Orlando with a chilling, unsolved cold-case homicide. Recommended for mature audiences. 7:30 p.m. Addition Financial Arena, 12777 Gemini Blvd. N., Orlando. 407-823-3070. additionfiarena.com
CENTRAL FLORIDA EARTH DAY
April 19: Vegetarians of Central Florida hosts the longest-running Earth Day festival in Central Florida, now in its 20th year. Enjoy educational exhibits, speakers, live music and family activities. This is a free, vegan, family-friendly, dog-friendly and smoke- and alcohol-free event. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Lake Eola Park, 512 E. Washington St., Orlando. cfearthday.org
22 plein-air artists create works at the Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens and down Park Avenue during the Winter Park Paint Out.
THE 17TH ANNUAL WINTER PARK PAINT OUT
April 20-26: The Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens hosts this annual celebration of nature’s beauty. Art lovers are invited to watch 22 plein air artists as they create their works on the grounds and at nearby locations. Artwork will be available for purchase. Sunday 1-4 p.m., Monday-Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.- noon. 633 Osceola Ave., Winter Park. 407-647-6294. winterparkpaintout.org
11TH MOUNT DORA BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL
April 26-27: The juicy little blue orb is in everything at this annual festival that celebrates local blueberry farms. Live music and more than 100 vendors provide a fun day for the family. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Donnelly Park, 530 N. Donnelly St., Mount Dora. mountdorablueberryfestival.com
63RD ANNUAL APOPKA ART AND FOLIAGE FESTIVAL
April 26-27: Browse the works of juried artisans and crafters as well as the greenery of the top foliage growers in Central Florida. The festival promises family fun, entertainment and amazing food. Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Kit Land Nelson Park, 35 S. Park Ave., Apopka. apopkaartandfoliagefestival.org