The Little Mermaid—A Musical Adventure debuted at Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios in May 2025. It combines 3D animation with live characters. ©2025 Disney, All Rights Reserved
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THE LITTLE MERMAID—A MUSICAL ADVENTURE
Ongoing: Relive Ariel’s enchanting story in this theatrical production, the newest stage show at Walt Disney Word’s Hollywood Studios, that combines 3D animation with live characters. Disney’s Hollywood Studios, 351 S. Studio Drive, Lake Buena Vista. 407-824-4321. disneyworld.disney.go.com
The Melting Pot is one of the restaurants featured in Visit
Orlando’s Magical Dining lineup. Photo by Roberto Gonzalez
VISIT ORLANDO’S MAGICAL DINING
Aug. 15-Sept. 30: Savor three-course meals from Orlando’s best restaurants in this six-week experience presented by Visit Orlando and sponsored by Orlando Health. It only happens once a year! A percentage of the sale from every meal served benefits local charities. magicaldining.com
SEAWORLD BANDS, BREWS & BBQ
Through Aug. 24: Weekends get hot and tasty with this festive, family-friendly celebration featuring live concerts, barbecue and specialty beers. Included with admission. SeaWorld Orlando, 7007 SeaWorld Drive, Orlando. 407-545-5550. seaworld.com
MONSTER JAM
Aug. 2-3: See Grave Digger, El Toro Loco, Megalodon and more as these 12,000-pound trucks perform stunts and push limits in Freestyle, Skills, Donut and Racing competitions. Saturday noon & 6 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m. 7 p.m. Kia Center, 400 W. Church St., Orlando. 407-440-7900. kiacenter.com
PAW PATROL LIVE!
Aug. 9-10: The pups of Paw Patrol are ready to pawty but supervillain scientist Victoria Vance unleashes her latest invention to stop the tail-wagging fun. Will the heroes of Paw Patrol put a muzzle on her plans? Saturday 10 a.m. & 2 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. & 3 p.m. Addition Financial Arena, 12777 Gemini Blvd., Orlando. 407-823-3070. additionfiarena.com
MICKEY’S NOT SO SCARY HALLOWEEN PARTY
Aug. 15-Oct. 31: Yes, it’s time once again for the folks at Disney to gently spook your little ones in the Magic Kingdom. Enjoy the not-terribly terrifying parades, stage shows, special effects, projections, music, fireworks and foods. 7 p.m. Separately ticketed event. Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista. disneyworld.disney.go.com
MAGIC & MYTHK FESTIVAL
Aug. 16: Presented by Orlando oddities shop Prometheus Esoterica, the festival features costumes, live entertainment and more than 200 vendors. 11 a.m. Osceola Heritage Park Events Center, 1901 Chief Osceola Trail, Kissimmee. 321-697-3303. ohpark.com
TAY TAY DANCE PARTY
Aug. 16: Steinmetz Hall’s concert floor is cleared and “Taylor-made” to accommodate hundreds of hardcore Swifties as they let loose for a two-hour synchronized laser and light dance party. 7 p.m. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 407-358-6603. drphillipscenter.org
2025 BLK JOY FESTIVAL
Aug. 16: Come for the healing, stay for the joy at this festival presented by the Black Health Commission, a nonprofit dedicated to educating and empowering black people and their allies. Noon-7 p.m. Lake Lorna Doone Park, 1519 W. Church St., Orlando. 407-801-4877. blackhealthcommission.com
Can you resist the allure
of Darth Vader and other
costumed characters?
Find out at the Florida
Kids and Family Expo. ©FLORIDA KIDS AND FAMILY EXPO
FLORIDA KIDS & FAMILY EXPO
Aug. 23-24: Enjoy two days of family fun and discovery through 200 exhibits and events that encourage little minds to grow. Presented by Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. $10 advance, $20 door. Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Orange County Convention Center, West Concourse, Hall C, 9800 International Drive, Orlando. mycentralfloridafamily.com
EPCOT INTERNATIONAL FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL
Aug. 28-Nov. 22: Explore the world of culinary treasures on a leisurely tour of marketplaces featuring authentic global foods and beverages while enjoying the sights and sounds at entertainment spots throughout the World Showcase. Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista. disneyworld.disney.go.com
DISNEY ON ICE
Aug. 29-31: Mickey’s Magical MousePad unlocks exciting adventures where families can relive favorite memories from such Disney hits as Moana 2, Inside Out 2, Toy Story and Zootopia. Friday 7:30 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m., 3 & 7 p.m.; Sunday 1 & 5 p.m. Kia Center, 400 W. Church St., Orlando. 407-440-7900. kiacenter.com
ATTACK ON TITAN
Aug. 30: The epic anime saga is brought to life through the rock and symphonic music of Hiroyuki Sawano and Kohta Yamamoto. 7:30 p.m. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 407-358-6603. drphillipscenter.org