Halloween fun returns to LEGOLAND® Florida Resort!
HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS
LEGOLAND BRICK OR TREAT
Through Oct. 31: Stroll Brick or Treat Street, explore the abodes of playful monsters and collect LEGO bricks. Trick or treat across the park for silly scares and tons of candy. On select evenings, look up for the Monster Skytacular drone show. Weekends, included with admission. 1 LEGOLAND Way, Winter Haven. 877-350-5346. legoland.com
MICKEY’S NOT SO SCARY HALLOWEEN PARTY
Through Oct. 31: Let the folks at Disney gently spook your little ones in the Magic Kingdom with 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. 407-934-7639.
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SEAWORLD HOWL-O-SCREAM
Through Oct. 31: Treat yourself to a night of screams in five haunted houses and six scare zones. Run into roaming hordes and unexpected horrors. Catch your last breath at themed bars and indulge in seasonal bites. Separately ticketed event on select nights, best for mature guests. SeaWorld Orlando, 7007 SeaWorld Drive. 407-545-5550. seaworld.com
BUSCH GARDENS HOWL-O-SCREAM
Through Nov. 1: There’s nothing to fear but everything, as the sinister and frightening take over the park with haunted houses, scare zones, roaming hordes of undead and some wild drinks and treats. Separately ticketed event on select nights, for mature guests. Busch Gardens, 10165 N. McKinley Drive, Tampa. 813-884-4386. buschgardens.com
When the Infernal Carnival of Nightmares rolls into the streets of New York, a troupe of maniacal clowns take over the city and convert it into Downtown Clowntown in honor of Jack. As guests weave through each borough, they will encounter a variety of clowns of different kinds and origins, including the Killer Klowns from Outer Space and Art the Clown. Photo courtesy of Universal Studios Orlando.
HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS
Through Nov. 1: They’re killin’ it at Universal Studios Florida, conjuring the best of the worst that money can buy, including 10 haunted houses, too many scare zones, outrageous live shows and crypt loads of themed food, beverages and merch. Haunted houses include Stranger Things, Sinners and Hellraiser. Separately ticketed event, best for 13 and up. 6000 Universal Blvd., Orlando. 407-363-8000. universalorlando.com
HAUNTED MONSTER TRUCK RIDE
Through Oct. 31: Each Fall, the undead rise in the groves and fields of The Showcase of Citrus, hungry for victims and guests have only one way to escape: Climb aboard a 16-foot-tall, 40-foot-long monster truck for a wild ride to safety. Visit website for times and tickets. Nightmares run eight times a night, Thursday-Saturday. 15051 Frank Jarrell Road, Clermont. 352-394-4377. showcaseofcitrus.com
SEAWORLD HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR
Through Nov. 1: A daytime, not-so-scary celebration of the spooky season for the entire family, with trick-or-treat stations and silly Halloween characters. Select dates, included with admission. SeaWorld Orlando, 7007 SeaWorld Drive. 407-545-5550. seaworld.com
A PETRIFIED FOREST
Oct. 2-31: Voted one of the top haunted houses in Florida, A Petrified Forest is a walk in the park – if you love dark, creepy parks filled with gore and ghouls. Three trails, an escape ride and an immersive theater experience await foolish souls. Gates open at 7 p.m. Rain or shine. 1360 E. Altamonte Drive, Altamonte Springs. 407-468-6600. apetrifiedforest.com
ROCK CAULDRON CABARET
Oct. 7-10: Sing, laugh and dance ‘til you die. The soul-sucking sirens of Salem return with a new theatrical rock concert filled with music and parodies meant to bewitch in this spooky season. 8 p.m. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 407-358-6603. drphillipscenter.org
Pictiured here Wicked Jack and Pumpkins as part of Gatorland’s Gators, Ghosts and Goblins.
GATORS, GHOST AND GOBBLINS
Oct. 10-25: Gators, Ghosts and Goblins returns for its eighth year of family-friendly Halloween festivities on select Saturdays and Sundays from Oct. 10-25. Included with regular park admission, the daytime event combines costumes, candy and cryptids with the wonderfully weird Old Florida personality that has made Gatorland an Orlando institution. gatorland.com
TRICK OR TREAT SAFE ZONE
Oct. 11: Celebrate the mildly scary and enjoy creepy crafts, scavenger hunts, games and candy while trick or treating throughout the center. Noon-4 p.m. Free. Orange County Regional History Center, 65 E. Central Blvd., Orlando. 407-836-8500. thehistorycenter.org
ZOO BOO BASH
Oct. 17-18, 24-25, 31: Trick or treat at the wildest place in town, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens. All are invited to wear costumes at the zoo’s annual Halloween celebration, which features mildly scary activities, treat stations and animal enrichment activities. Included with admission. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 3755 W. Seminole Blvd., Sanford. 407-323-4450. centralfloridazoo.org
THE VAMPIRE CIRCUS
Oct. 18 & 22: Take a ride through the Underworld and witness the horrifying plans of Count Dracula as he takes over the mortal kingdom using a traveling circus as his cover. This production blends the campy horror of Tim Burton’s best films with the athletic feats of Cirque Du Soleil. 7:30 p.m. Sunday at King Center for the Performing Arts, 3865 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne. 321-242-2219. kingcenter.com. Thursday at The Peabody Auditorium, 600 Auditorium Blvd., Daytona Beach. 386-671-3462. peabodyauditorium.org
FEAR CIRCUS UNLEASHED
Oct. 22: There is nowhere to hide as the twisted clowns in this nightmarish circus roam the aisles and chainsaws roar while aerialists and contortionists perform amid strobe lights and haze in this horror spectacle. 8:30 p.m. Osceola Heritage Park Events Center, 1901 Chief Osceola Trail, Kissimmee. 321-697-3303. ohpark.com
PHANTASMAGORIA XVII – FRANKENSTEIN
Oct. 24: Central Florida’s own Victorian storytelling troupe presents “The Birth of Horror – June 16th 1816,” the night a group of authors accepted a challenge to write ghost stories, with one in particular becoming legendary. 7:30 p.m. Athens Theatre, 124 N. Florida Ave., DeLand. 386-736-1500. athensdeland.com
THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW
Oct. 30: A naïve, newly engaged couple have car trouble and are taken in by an assortment of weirdos at the castle home of Dr. Frank-n-Furter. Come in costume and purchase props to throw as the audience and shadow cast create a show within a show. 18+. 9 p.m. Ritz Theater at Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center, 201 S. Magnolia Ave., Sanford. 407-321-8111. ritztheatersanford.com
THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW
Oct. 30-31: In case you haven’t heard, a naïve, newly engaged couple have car trouble and are taken in by absolute weirdos at the castle home of Dr. Frank-n-Furter. Come in costume and purchase props to throw as the audience and shadow cast create their own show. Arrive early for DeLand Pride’s preshow drag performance and skits by Absent Friends. 18+. Friday 8 p.m., Saturday midnight. Athens Theatre, 124 N. Florida Ave., DeLand. 386-736-1500. athensdeland.com
Halloween at Cranes Roost is a community-oriented, door-todoor trick-or-treat alternative for kids brought to you by the City of Altamonte Springs. October 31.
HALLOWEEN AT CRANES ROOST PARK
Oct. 31: Families trick-or-treat in a safe environment as local businesses hand out candy and trinkets from booths lining Cranes Roost Lake in Altamonte Springs. Live entertainment, costume contests and games. Food and beverages for sale. 5-9 p.m. 274 Cranes Roost Blvd., Altamonte Springs. 407-571-8180. altamonte.org
PUMPKINS & PUNCHLINES
Oct. 31 & Nov. 1: Central Florida Community Arts’ Stage 55 actors deliver a Halloween treat with a show that combines fast-paced improvisational comedy with authentic, old-time radio mysteries. Come in costume and help solve 5-minute mysteries from the 1940s. 3 p.m. Schaeffer Hall at St. John Lutheran Church, 1600 S. Orlando Ave., Winter Park. 407-937-1800. cfcarts.com
NOSFERATU—A SYMPHONY OF HORROR
Oct. 31: Experience Halloween night in the company of the vampire legend himself as the 1922 silent horror classic flickers onscreen while organist/composer Cameron Carpenter performs a score meant to chill your bones. 7 p.m. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 407-358-6603. drphillipscenter.org
THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW
Oct. 31: Yes, our naïve, newly engaged couple are still having car trouble and are taken in by lovable-ish weirdos at the castle home of Dr. Frank-n-Furter. Dress in costume and purchase props to throw as the audience creates its own show. 18+. 6 p.m. The Plaza Live, 425 N. Bumby Ave., Orlando. 407-228-1220. plazaliveorlando.org
SPECIAL EVENTS
Cannoli Milk Shake is a featured sweet treat at The Wedge Global Marketplace (hosted by Dairy Does More™), located inside CommuniCore Hall for the 2026 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. ©2026 Disney. All rights reserved.
EPCOT INTERNATIONAL FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL
Through Nov. 21: Explore the world of authentic culinary treasures from six continents while enjoying live entertainment throughout the World Showcase. On select evenings, dine and dance at the Eat to the Beat concert series. Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista. disneyworld.disney.go.com
DRUNK BLACK HISTORY
Oct. 1: Comedian Brandon Collins hosts fellow comedians, writers and actual experts as they spill their knowledge of historical black figures and events while they imbibe in this national storytelling tour. 7 p.m. The Abbey, 100 S. Eola Drive, Orlando. 407-704-6103. abbeyorlando.com
BOOTS, BULLS AND BARRELS
Oct. 3: Champion bull riders, fearless saddle bronc riders and blazingly fast barrel racers compete in a high-stakes tournament for cash and glory. 7:30 p.m. Silver Spurs Arena at Osceola Heritage Park, 1875 Silver Spur Lane, Kissimmee. 321-697-3303. ohpark.com
TASTING WITH MASTER SOMMELIER
Oct. 4: Restaurateur and Master Sommelier George Miliotes guides guests through the Red Collection, explaining how climate, technique and the grape itself come together to shape a wine’s subtleties in aroma, flavor and texture. 1 p.m. Judson’s Live, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 407-358-6603. drphillipscenter.org
PLEIN AIR PAINT OUT 2026
Oct. 7-Nov. 15: Come watch as artists paint landscapes depicting Mount Dora in all its beauty and help support art education in local schools and underserved communities. Artwork for sale in the gallery Oct. 18-Nov. 15. Mount Dora Center for the Arts, 847 E. Fifth Ave., Mount Dora. 352-385-7004. mountdoraart.com
AVALON PARK OKTOBERFEST
Oct. 9-10: It’s Oktoberfest time, and Central Floridians are invited to spend the evening in the Avalon Park beer garden, sipping Germany’s favorite beverage. Enjoy Alpine dancing, a polka band, community performances, kid and teen zones and food trucks. Beer Garden Preview on Friday, festival on Saturday. 5-10 p.m. 3651 Avalon Park Blvd. East, Orlando. avalonparkorlando.com
COME OUT WITH PRIDE ORLANDO
Oct. 17: Orlando Pride puts the spotlight on support for Central Florida’s LGBTQIA+ communities with this day of celebration. Don’t miss the Most Colorful Parade, with more than 250 businesses and groups marching for love. Enjoy three stages of live music, browse the Marketplace and wrap the night up with the fireworks spectacular. Lake Eola Park, 512 E. Washington St., Orlando. Noon. 407-487-2861. comeoutwithpride.org
4ROOTS HARVEST FESTIVAL
Oct. 24: Get in touch with the land and all its bounty at this annual celebration at 4Roots Farm, the regenerative farming mission created by John Rivers, founder of the 4R Restaurant Group. This has everything a harvest festival should have, including a farmers market, pumpkin patch, costume contests and a kids play zone. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 1101 N. John Young Parkway, Orlando. 844-476-6871. 4rootsfarm.org
2026 OSCEOLA COUNTY SENIOR EXPO
Oct. 27: Connect with dozens of organizations that are dedicated to supporting seniors and their families with issues related to growing older. Everything from eye care to independent living to Medicare coverage is explored and explained in one convenient location. 10 a.m. Osceola Heritage Park Events Center, 1901 Chief Osceola Trail, Kissimmee. 321-697-3303.
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K-POP WARRIORS LIVE
Oct. 1: K-Pop conquers all in this family-oriented live stage show that blends a concert experience with theatrical storytelling boosted by dazzling visuals, choreography and costumes. 4:30 & 7 p.m. Osceola Heritage Park Events Center, 1901 Chief Osceola Trail, Kissimmee. 321-697-3303. ohpark.com
GARRISON KEILLOR AND ERICA RHODES
Oct. 25: Though billed as The Crazy Uncle and his Sensible Niece, both performers have a little bit of the crazy, along with a lot of down-home, feel-good humor. 7:30 p.m. The Peabody Auditorium, 600 Auditorium Blvd., Daytona Beach. 386-671-3462. peabodyauditorium.org
DOG DAY AT LEU GARDENS
Oct. 31: Every dog has its day, and it’s this month at Leu Gardens. Bring your dog and its human family for a fun day of exploration and dog-centric activities, including three contests (Spookiest, Funniest, Best Overall.) Every doggo will receive a goody bag while supplies last. 9 a.m. Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando. 407-246-2620. leugardens.com
MUSIC
Camilo live in concert. Image sourced from kiacenter.com
THE ABBEY
100 S. Eola Drive, Orlando. 407-704-6103. abbeyorlando.com
Oct. 4: Candlelight – Tribute to Michael Jackson, 8:45 p.m.
Oct. 5: Shawn James, 8 p.m.
Oct. 6: Bear Ghost, 6 p.m.
Oct. 9: Weatherday, 7 p.m.
Oct. 10: Ultra Sunn, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 11: Candlelight – Tribute to Michael Jackson, 6:30 p.m.
Oct. 11: Candlelight – The Best of Hans Zimmer, 8:45 p.m.
Oct. 14: Voivod, 6 p.m.
Oct. 17: Ceremony, 7 p.m.
Oct. 21: Candlelight – Tribute to Michael Jackson, 6:30 p.m.
Oct. 21: Lilyisthatyou, 7 p.m.
Oct. 22: Candlelight – A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics, 6:30 & 8:45 p.m.
Oct. 23: Candlelight – A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics, 6 & 8:30 p.m.
ADDITION FINANCIAL ARENA
12777 Gemini Blvd. N., Orlando. 407-823-3070. additionfiarena.com
Oct. 9: Phil Wickham with Chandler Moore, Jamie MacDonald, 7 p.m.
Oct. 13: beabadoobee with Wisp, 8 p.m.
Oct. 27: CeCe Winans with Charity Gayle, Red Worship, Terrian, 7 p.m.
ATHENS THEATRE
124 N. Florida Ave., DeLand. 386-736-1500. athensdeland.com
Oct. 14: Turnstiles – Billy Joel Tribute, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 17: Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 23: Carl Bennett’s John Denver Tribute, 7:30 p.m.
THE BEACHAM
46 N. Orange Ave., Orlando. 407-648-8363. foundation-presents.com
Oct. 1: Monsieur Perine, 7 p.m.
Oct. 2: Akeem Ali, 7 p.m.
Oct. 4: The Beths, 7 p.m.
Oct. 6: Mariachi El Bronx, 7 p.m.
Oct. 8: Rebecca Black, 7 p.m.
Oct. 9: Russian Circles, 7 p.m.
Oct. 10: Black Country, New Road, 7 p.m.
Oct. 15: Arch Enemy + The Black Dahlia Murder, 5 p.m.
Oct. 16: Snail Mail + Soccer Mommy, 6:30 p.m.
Oct. 23: Nekrogoblikon, 6 p.m.
Oct. 24: Peter Bjorn and John, 7 p.m.
Oct. 25: Scene Queen, 7 p.m.
Oct. 30: Blade Rave, 9 p.m.
BLUE BAMBOO CENTER FOR THE ARTS
460 E. New England Ave., Winter Park. 407-636-9951. bluebambooartcenter.com
Oct. 1: Thursday Night Hang, 8 p.m.
Oct. 2: Mafalda Minnozzi, 8 p.m.
Oct. 3: Ricky Sylvia’s Strictly ‘80s Dance Party Featuring The Buzzcats, 8 p.m.
Oct. 4: Bublé & Beyond with Mark Raisch, 3 p.m.
Oct. 8: Thursday Night Hang, 8 p.m.
Oct. 9: Callisto Sextet with Jeremy Fratti, 8 p.m.
Oct. 15: Thursday Night Hang, 8 p.m.
Oct. 16: Walter Parks & The Unlawful Assembly, 8 p.m.
Oct. 18: Matthew Chacon Latin Jazz Orchestra, 3 p.m.
Oct. 22: Thursday Night Hang, 8 p.m.
Oct. 23: Cigano Swing, 8 p.m.
Oct. 29: Thursday Night Hang, 8 p.m.
CENTRAL FLORIDA FOLK
Winter Park Public Library, 1050 W. Morse Blvd. 407-679-6426. cffolk.org
Oct. 18: Bob Patterson & Jerry Mincey with Tony Macalusco, 2 p.m.
DR. PHILLIPS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 407-358-6603. drphillipscenter.org
Oct. 9: Black Violin accompanied by Braxton Cook, 8 p.m.
Oct. 10: Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox, 8 p.m.
Oct. 19: “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band, 7:30 p.m.
HARD ROCK LIVE
6050 Universal Blvd., Orlando. 407-351-5483. hardrock.com
Oct. 9: Slaughter to Prevail, 8 p.m.
Oct. 16: Polyphia with RJ Pasin, Ladrones, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 17: Tito Nieves, 8 p.m.
Oct. 23: Alvaro Diaz, 8 p.m.
Oct. 28: Black Label Society with Zakk Sabbath, Dark Chapel, 7:30 p.m.
HARRY P. LEU GARDENS
1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando. 407-246-2620. leugardens.org
Oct. 17: Fall Jazz & Blues Concert with Dave Capp Project, Backtrack Blues Band, Zazz Sings! Gates 6:30 p.m., show 7 p.m.
HOUSE OF BLUES
Disney Springs West Side, 1490 E. Buena Vista Drive, Orlando. 407-934-2583. houseofblues.com
Oct. 4: Dominguinho & Limao, 5 p.m.
Oct. 9: Cannons, 7 p.m.
Oct. 10: Bethel Music 2026 Tour, 6 p.m.
Oct. 13: Freya Skye, 7 p.m.
Oct. 16: Toadies, 7 p.m.
Oct. 17: Cavetown, 7 p.m.
Oct. 20: Stryper, 7 p.m.
Oct. 21: Rainao, 7 p.m.
Oct. 24: Oscarito, 8 p.m.
Oct. 31: Magnolia Park, 6 p.m.
JUDSON’S LIVE
445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 407-358-6603. drphillipscenter.org
Oct. 1-2: Emma Smith with the Orlando Jazz Orchestra, 6:30 & 8:30 both nights.
Oct. 3-4: Lalah Hathaway, Saturday 6 & 9 p.m., Sunday 6 & 8 p.m.
Oct. 6: Qiana Miles, 7 p.m.
Oct. 14: Tyler Hilton, 7 & 9 p.m.
Oct. 15: Leslie Mendelson, 7 p.m.
Oct. 17: Will Patrick, 6:30 & 9 p.m.
Oct. 18: Quinn Sullivan, 5 & 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 19: T.3, 6:30 & 9 p.m.
Oct. 20: Grayson Smith, 7 p.m.
Oct. 21: United Groove, 7 p.m.
Oct. 23-24: Steeln’ Peaches, Friday 7 & 9 p.m., Saturday 6 & 9 p.m.
Oct. 25: Mitch Rossell, 5 & 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 27: The Midnight Drearies, 7 & 9 p.m.
Oct. 30: Raspberry Pie, 7 & 9 p.m.
KIA CENTER
400 W. Church St., Orlando. 407-440-7900. kiacenter.com
Oct. 3: Don Omar, 8 p.m.
Oct. 4: Kany García, 8 p.m.
Oct. 8: Sin Bandera, 8 p.m.
Oct. 9: Arcángel, 8 p.m.
Oct. 10: Camilo, 8 p.m.
Oct. 11: Weezer with The Shins, Silversun Pickups, 7 p.m.
Oct. 14: The Red Clay Strays, 6:30 p.m.
Oct. 15: Dalvin La Melodia, 8 p.m.
Oct. 17: Journey, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 22: Teddy Swims with Wyatt Flores, MarcLo, 7 p.m.
Oct. 25: SOMBR with The Last Dinner Party, The Hellp, 7 p.m.
Oct. 29: Young Miko, 8 p.m.
Oct. 31: Chayanne, 8 p.m.
KING CENTER
3865 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne. 321-242-2219. kingcenter.com
Oct. 2: Celtic Thunder, 8 p.m.
Oct. 3: Ashley McBryde with Colton Bowlin, 8 p.m.
Oct. 10: Classic Albums Live – Pink Floyd “Dark Side of the Moon,” 8 p.m.
Oct. 22: Buddy Guy, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 30: Hotel California – A Salute to the Eagles, 8 p.m.
MUSIC AT THE CASA
Casa Feliz Historic Home Museum, 656 N. Park Ave., Winter Park. 407-628-8200. casafeliz.us
Oct. 15: Fritz Klezmer Trio, 6:30 p.m.
ORLANDO AMPHITHEATER
4603 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando. 407-295-3247. orlandoamphitheater.com
Oct. 3: Touch Grass Music Fest featuring PartyNextDoor, JID, Cochise, noon
Oct. 16: Knocked Loose & Denzel Curry, 6 p.m.
THE PEABODY AUDITORIUM
600 Auditorium Blvd., Daytona Beach. 386-671-3462. peabodyauditorium.org
Oct. 4: America, 7 p.m.
Oct. 13: Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox, 8 p.m.
THE PLAZA LIVE
425 N. Bumby Ave., Orlando. 407-228-1220. plazaliveorlando.org
Oct. 2: Daði Freyr, 8 p.m.
Oct. 4: Thundercat, 8 p.m.
Oct. 9: Toast – The Best of Bread, 7 p.m.
Oct. 10: ARTMS, 7 p.m.
Oct. 13: CupcakKe, 8 p.m.
Oct. 14: Candlebox, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 17: Nerdcore Party Con, 4 p.m.
Oct. 20: The Billy Joel Legacy, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 22: Isaiah Falls, 8 p.m.
Oct. 23: Jorge Luis Chacin, 9 p.m.
Oct. 29: Close Your Eyes, 6:30 p.m.
Oct. 30: Prof, 8 p.m.
RITZ THEATER AT WAYNE DENSCH PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
201 S. Magnolia Ave., Sanford. 407-321-8111. ritztheatersanford.com
Oct. 24: Still Standing – A Tribute to Elton John, 7:30 p.m.
ST. AUGUSTINE AMPHITHEATRE
1340C S.R. A1A South, St. Augustine. 904-209-0367. theamp.com
Oct. 1: Sugarland, with Payton Sullivan, 7 p.m.
Oct. 2: Whiskey Myers with The Ransom Brothers, 6:30 p.m.
Oct. 3: Gov’t Mule and Ziggy Marley with DJ set by YOLA, 5:30 p.m.
Oct. 7: Boz Scaggs, 7 p.m.
Oct. 8: Ty Myers with Lanie Gardner, Benny G, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 9-10: Tedeschi Trucks Band, 5:30 p.m.
Oct. 11: The Avett Brothers with The Secret Sisters, 6:30 p.m.
Oct. 17: Alabama, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 21: An Evening with CAKE, 8 p.m.
Oct. 24: Turnpike Troubadours, with Muscadine Bloodline, Drayton Farley, 6:30 p.m.
SEMINOLE STATE COLLEGE OF FLORIDA
100 Weldon Blvd., Building J-109, Sanford. 407-708-4722. seminolestate.edu. Performance at The Ritz at Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center, 201 Magnolia Ave., Sanford.
Oct. 20: Jazz Night, 7:30 p.m.
THE SOCIAL
54 N. Orange Ave., Orlando. 321-710-1279. foundation-presents.com
Oct. 2: Max Fry, 6 p.m.
Oct. 3: Earlybirds Club, 6 p.m.
Oct. 4: Nahko and Medicine for the People, 7 p.m.
Oct. 6: Infinity Song, 6 p.m.
Oct. 9: Rehash, 6 p.m.
Oct. 10: Sub Urban, 6 p.m.
Oct. 13: ivri, 7 p.m.
Oct. 17: The Wldlfe, 6 p.m.
Oct. 18: Neoni, 7 p.m.
Oct. 19: L0L0, 7 p.m.
Oct. 20: Penny & Sparrow, 7 p.m.
Oct. 22: An Evening With Andrew McMahon and His Piano, 6 p.m.
Oct. 23: Bombargo, 6 p.m.
Oct. 25: Chasing Abbey, 7 p.m.
Oct. 28: The Linda Lindas, 7 p.m.
Oct. 30: Puma Blue, 6 p.m.
STETSON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MUSIC
421 N. Woodland Blvd., Unit 8399, DeLand. 386-822-8950. stetson.edu. Performance at Second Stage Theatre, 600 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand.
Oct. 7: Jazz Ensemble Concert, 7:30 p.m.
TIMUCUA ARTS FOUNDATION
2000 S. Summerlin Ave., Orlando. Performances are both in person and live streamed on the website. 800-435-7352. timucua.com
Oct. 4: Rejuvenation Orchestra – Sam Rivers Legacy Public Rehearsal, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 14: Timucua Jazz Jam, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 30: EarthTonez Music Collective, 7:30 p.m.
UCF SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS
Rehearsal Hall, 4000 Central Florida Blvd., Orlando. Visit website for venue. UCF Box office: 407-823-1500. arts.cah.ucf.edu.
Oct. 1: Jazz Ensemble II Concert, 8 p.m.
THE VANGUARD
578 N. Orange Ave., Orlando. thevanguard.live
Oct. 2: Said the Sky, 10 p.m.
Oct. 3: Streetlight Manifesto with Hot Rod Circuit, 7 p.m.
Oct. 17: Dany Ome & Kevincito El 13, 10 p.m.
Oct. 29: The Four Horsemen with Got the Life, In a Nutshell, 7 p.m.
Oct. 30: Afroman with Cypress Spring, Red Savage, The Wonder Years, 7 p.m.
WILL’S PUB
1042 N. Mills Ave., Orlando. 407-748-8256. willspub.org
Oct. 2: House of Heavy – nu-metal, alt-metal & metalcore party, 8 p.m.
Oct. 3: Bleach with John Reuben, Keep Warm, Dirk, 5 p.m.
Oct. 4: Hungover with Glazed, Twin Rova, Glomar, 7 p.m.
Oct. 8: Goth Night featuring Feyleux, Glass Chapel, Alienobserver, 8 p.m.
Oct. 9: Sex Mex, Adhesive, Sourdrops, Fogsmoke 8 p.m.
Oct. 11: Haunt Me, Deceits, 7 p.m.
Oct. 17: Halo Halo Music Fest, 5 p.m.
Oct. 19: Foreign Dissent 11, 7 p.m.
Oct. 21: Orlando Pre-Pre-Fest #12, 3:30 p.m.
Oct. 22: Ian McConnell with Cherokee Social, Orange Blossom Trail, 8 p.m.
Oct. 24: The Planet Smashers with Fuakata, Control This, 8 p.m.
CLASSICAL MUSIC
BACH FESTIVAL SOCIETY OF WINTER PARK
Rollins College, 1000 Holt Ave., Winter Park. 407-646-2182. bachfestivalflorida.org
Oct. 4: Roomful of Teeth vocal ensemble, 3:30 p.m.
Oct. 29: Fables, Feathers, and Fins with the Bach Vocal Artists, 7:30 p.m.
BLUE BAMBOO CENTER FOR THE ARTS
460 E. New England Ave., Winter Park. 407-636-9951. bluebambooartcenter.com
Oct. 25: Maitland Symphony Orchestra, 3 p.m.
BREVARD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
King Center for the Performing Arts, 3865 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne. 321-242-2219. kingcenter.com, brevardsymphony.com
Oct. 17: Signature Series—Echoes of Freedom – The American Experience in Symphony, 7:30 p.m.
HOWEY MUSIC SERIES
100 Citrus Ave., Howey-in-the-Hills. 407-385-0636. howeymusicseries.org
Oct. 4: Bach’s Coffee Cantata—A Caffeinated Concert featuring First Coast Opera, preshow with violinist Ilana Zaks, 2 p.m.
ORLANDO PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA
Box office: 407-770-0071. orlandophil.org. Visit website for location. Venues: Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 407-358-6603. drphillipscenter.org; The Plaza Live, 425 N. Bumby Ave., Orlando. 407-228-1220. plazaliveorlando.org
Oct. 7: Focus Series – Brass and Brews. The Plaza Live, 7 p.m.
Oct. 10-11: Symphony Storytime Series – Spooky Serenades. The Plaza Live, 10 & 11:30 a.m. both days
Oct. 28: Young People’s Concerts – Bach to the Future, noon
Oct. 30: The Ring in Concert, film plays with Hans Zimmer’s score performed live by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, 7 p.m.
STETSON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MUSIC
421 N. Woodland Blvd., Unit 8399, DeLand. Most performances in Lee Chapel of Elizabeth Hall. Check website for location of off-campus concerts. 386-822-8950. stetson.edu
Oct. 1: Guest Recital – Edward Washington II, tenor, & Timothy Amukele, piano, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 16: Symphony Orchestra Concert, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 19: Guest Recital – Ryan Gardner, trumpet, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 23: Symphonic Band Concert, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 28: Piano Recitals, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 30: Great Pianists at Stetson – David Korevaar, 7:30 p.m.
ST. LUKE’S CONCERT SERIES
St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 2021 W. SR 426, Oviedo. 407-365-3408 ext. 3508. Concerts also on YouTube. sllcs.org
Oct. 10: Florida Symphony Youth Orchestras Open Dress Rehearsal, noon
UCF SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS
Rehearsal Hall, 4000 Central Florida Blvd., Orlando. 407-823-1500. arts.cah.ucf.edu.
Oct. 2: UCF Symphony Orchestra with Innovation High School Orchestra, 6:30 p.m.
Oct. 4: UCF Concert Band, 5 p.m.
Oct. 6: UCF Wind Ensemble and UCF Symphonic Band – Stories We Share, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 10: UCF Choir Concert, 7 p.m.
COMEDY
THE ABBEY
100 S. Eola Drive, Orlando. 407-704-6103. abbeyorlando.com
Oct. 2: Epic Rap Battles of History, 8 p.m.
BLUE BAMBOO CENTER FOR THE ARTS
460 E. New England Ave., Winter Park. 407-636-9951. bluebambooartcenter.com
Oct. 17: Niels Sayers Magic Comedy, 8 p.m.
BONKERZ COMEDY CLUB
Weekly stand-up comedy shows at two Orlando-area locations, bonkerzcomedyproductions.com:
The Corner, 70 N. Orange Ave., Orlando. 407-629-2665. 21 & up. Friday, Saturday 8:30 p.m.
The Cultural Center in Center Lake Park, 357 Center Lake Lane, Oviedo. 407-971-5590. 21 & up. Select Saturdays 8 p.m.
DR. PHILLIPS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 407-358-6603. drphillipscenter.org
Oct. 23: Adrián Uribe, 8 p.m.
Oct. 30: Daniel Sloss, 7 p.m.
FUNNY BONE COMEDY CLUB & RESTAURANT
Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Drive, Suite 2310, Orlando. 18+. 407-480-5233. orlando.funnybone.com
Oct. 1: Gabriel Rutledge, 7 p.m.
Oct. 2-3: Ms. Pat, Friday 7 & 9:45 p.m., Saturday 6:30 & 9:15 p.m.
Oct. 4: Jay Jurden, 6 p.m.
Oct. 6: That 1 Mailman & Friends, 7 p.m.
Oct. 8: Naw or Never – Wrestling Comedy Smack Talk Open Mic, 7 p.m.
Oct. 9-10: Monet X Change, Friday 7 & 9:45 p.m., Saturday 6:30 & 9:15 p.m.
Oct. 11: The Magic of Eric Eaton, 6 p.m.
Oct. 13: Chris Turner, 7 p.m.
Oct. 14: Splou, 7 p.m.
Oct. 15: Jane Don’t Does America, 7 p.m.
Oct. 18: Tee Sanders, 6 p.m.
Oct. 22-24: Jeff Arcuri, Thursday 7 p.m., Friday 7 & 9:30 p.m., Saturday 6:30 & 9:15 p.m.
Oct. 29: The Christi Show, 7 p.m.
Oct. 30-31: Earthquake, Friday 7 & 9:45 p.m., Saturday 6:30 & 9:15 p.m.
HARD ROCK LIVE
6050 Universal Blvd., Orlando. 407-351-5483. hardrock.com
Oct. 2: John Crist, 7 p.m.
Oct. 8: Nurse John, 8 p.m.
Oct. 11: Aziz Ansari, 7 p.m.
Oct. 27: Dan & Phil, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 30: Hablando Huevadas, 8 p.m.
THE PEABODY AUDITORIUM
600 Auditorium Blvd., Daytona Beach. 386-671-3462. peabodyauditorium.org
Oct. 3: Gary Owen, 8 p.m.
Oct. 10: Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood, 7:30 p.m.
THE PLAZA LIVE
425 N. Bumby Ave., Orlando. 407-228-1220. plazaliveorlando.org
Oct. 16: Zoltan Kaszas, 7:30 p.m.
SAK COMEDY LAB
55 W. Church St. Suite 211, Orlando. 407-648-0001. sakcomedylab.com
Unless otherwise noted, see either of SAK’s signature shows, “Duel of Fools,” 7 p.m. or a six-person improv battle in “King of the Hill,” 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
FILM
This unsettling psychological horror film follows a therapist who begins experiencing terrifying events after witnessing a traumatic incident. Creepy, intense, and deeply disturbing, Smile delivers modern horror with a sinister edge. Thursday, October 15. 7:30 PM Ritz Theater Sanford.
AVALON PARK MOVIE UNDER THE STARS
Town Park, 3651 Avalon Park E. Blvd., Orlando. 407-658-6565. avalonparkorlando.com
Oct. 17: Halloweentown, 7 p.m.
ENZIAN
1300 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland. 407-629-0054. enzian.org
Oct. 11: Central Florida Film Slam, noon
Oct. 25: Nosferatu – Shadows and Sound – A Live Performance with the Fernwood String Quartet, noon
ENZIAN POPCORN FLICKS IN THE PARK
Central Park, 150 W. Morse Blvd., Winter Park. 407-629-0054. enzian.org
Oct. 8: Monster House, 8 p.m.
HARRY P. LEU GARDENS
Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando. Gardens open at 6:30 p.m. 407-246-2620. leugardens.org
Oct. 2: The Mothman Prophecies, 7:30 p.m.
RITZ THEATER AT WAYNE DENSCH PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
201 S. Magnolia Ave., Sanford. 407-321-8111. ritztheatersanford.com
Oct. 15: Smile, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 22: The Blair Witch Project, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 29: Paranormal Activity, 7:30 p.m.
DANCE
RITZ THEATER AT WAYNE DENSCH PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
201 S. Magnolia Ave., Sanford. 407-321-8111. ritztheatersanford.com
We Call it Ballet
Oct. 25-Feb. 13: This production literally illuminates the story of Sleeping Beauty with dancers in glow-in-the-dark costumes for a light show amid the classical ballet steps. Visit website for dates and times.
ORLANDO BALLET
600 N. Lake Formosa Drive, Orlando. 407-426-1733. orlandoballet.org
The Sleeping Beauty
Oct. 15-18: Love triumphs over darkness in this timeless fairytale of passion, magic and destiny when Prince Florimund finds Aurora, the sleeping princess, and breaks her curse with a kiss. The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra performs the score. Thursday, Friday 7:30 p.m.; Saturday 2 & 7:30 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m.
THEATER
Hamilton. Courtesy of Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
ADVENTHEALTH BROADWAY IN ORLANDO
Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 407-358-66-03. drphillipscenter.org
Hamilton
Through Oct. 18: This award-winning and culturally impactful production follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love and a lasting legacy. The music and lyrics, by Lin-Manuel Miranda, blend hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway spectacle for an award-winning score. Tuesday-Friday 7:30 p.m., Saturday 1:30 & 7:30 p.m., Sunday 1 & 7 p.m.
Buena Vista Social Club
Oct. 20-25: An international cast of actors, musicians and dancers brings the real sound of Havana, Cuba, to the stage, telling the true stories of the musical legends who lit up the hot, steamy nights with Afro-Cuban music and dance at the Buenavista Social Club. Tuesday-Thursday 7:30 p.m., Friday 8 p.m., Saturday 2 & 8 p.m., Sunday 1 & 6:30 p.m.
ATHENS THEATRE
124 N. Florida Ave., DeLand. 386-736-1500. athensdeland.com
The Addams Family Musical
Through Oct. 11: Wednesday Addams has fallen for a painfully normal, sweet and smart young man and the Addams family baby has sworn her father, Gomez, to secrecy, knowing that Mom Morticia wouldn’t approve. Thursday-Saturday 7:30 p.m., Sunday 2:30 p.m.
CENTRAL FLORIDA COMMUNITY ARTS
250 SW Ivanhoe Blvd., Orlando. 407-937-1800. cfcarts.com. Performance at Trinity Preparatory School Auditorium, 5700 Trinity Prep Lane, Winter Park.
Disney’s Moana Jr.
Oct. 9-10: Strong-willed Moana sets sail across the Pacific to save her village, accompanied by the ill-tempered demigod Maui. Neither is aware that they are also embarking on a journey of self-discovery, bravery, and selflessness. Friday 7 p.m. Saturday 2 & 7 p.m.
DR. PHILLIPS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 407-358-6603. drphillipscenter.org
Evil Dead The Musical
Oct. 2-4: Opera del Sol’s leading edge on modern opera drives productions to unexpected places, both visually and literally. Their take on this cult-favorite horror franchise blends eyebrow-raising comedy with standard gory movie tropes and rock musical intensity for a wild theatrical experience. Friday, Saturday 8 p.m.; Sunday 3 p.m.
RedRum—The Unauthorized Parody Musical of The Shining
Oct. 22-Nov. 1: What could be funnier than a psychological thriller/horror story? One set to music, of course. This is the unhinged musical parody of a hotel caretaker who loses his mind in the off season and scares his family to death. Thursday-Saturday 7:30 p.m., Sunday 2:30 p.m.
OPERA ORLANDO
3855 St. Valentine Way, Orlando. operaorlando.org. Box office: 407-512-1900. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. 407-358-6603, drphillipscenter.org
Madame Butterfly
Oct. 2-4: Newly married Cio-Cio San awaits with unwavering devotion the return of her American naval officer husband as she selflessly guards her