Weekend Happenings Feb 2-4
Know what's happening in and around Orlando for the weekend.
Friday:
"Theadore | Shabazz" Opens – Snap! Space – 7 to 10 p.m.
This downtown gallery presents new works by legendary photographer Jamel Shabazz, while introducing works by Philadelphia-based artist Shawn Theodore. For more info: snaporlando.com
Movie Night – Harry P. Leu Gardens – 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy an outdoor showing of Groundhog Day in a beautiful garden. Blankets or chairs are recommended, picnic dinners and alcohol is permitted. Gardens open at 6:00 p.m. Movie time is 7:30 p.m. For more info: leugardens.org
Saturday:
Cirque Goes to the Cinema – Bob Carr Theater – 2 & 8 p.m.
Cique de la Symphonie is paired with the music from blockbuster movie classics, including Star Wars, Harry Potter, Batman, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Mission Impossible, and Titanic, featuring acrobats, jugglers, and aerial flyers soaring high above the heads of your Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra. For tickets and more info: orlandophil.org
India Day – Amway Center – 4-10 p.m.
Join the Indian American Chamber of Commerce and celebrate the 6th Annual India Day with the Orlando Magic including pregame festivities at FanFest, on court performances and a post game concert. For tickets and more info: groupmatics.events
Trash 2 Trends – Seaworld Orlando Ports of Call – 7 to 10 p.m.
Experience a unique fashion show and help raise funds for Keep Orlando Beautiful while enjoying the upcycled designs, cash bar, hors d'oeurvres, desserts and coffee. For tickets and more info: eventbrite.com
Great Gatsby Party – Blue Bamboo Center for the Arts – 8 to 10:30 p.m.
Guests are invited to wear their favorite 19020's attire for a night of live music with local swing band, Vivacity, and dancing. For tickets and more info: facebook.com/events
Sunday:
Crafts & Culture Market – Eatonville – 1 p.m.
Celebrate Black History Month at this outdoor family-friendly event, which features a kid’s corner, food trucks, artisan vendors and music. For more info: facebook.com/events
Latin Jazz Nights – Timucua White House – 7:30 p.m.
The series returns with a debut of the Latin Big Band and their program including selections by Grammy Award-winning composer and bandleader Michel Camilo. For more info: timucua.com
Multi-Day Events:
DHL America's Cup – Swan and Dolphin Resort – Fri to Sun
DHL employees from across the Americas region will come together as soccer players, coaches, cheerleaders, fans, mascots, volunteers, DJ’s and entertainers. For more info: dhlamericascup.com
Flora & Ulysses – Orlando Reperatory Theater – Fri to Sun
Grab the kids and let them experience live theater through this play about unlikely friends who navigate matters of the heart in this Newbery Medal-winning adventure. For tickets and more info: orlandorep.com
Florida Pop Con – Casselberry – Frit to Sun
This family-friendly pop culture event at Orlando Live Events features a “Back To Future Reunion” with countless celebrities, the time traveling Delorean, stars from The Walking Dead, WWE Wrestling, Stranger Things, and others, plus more than 60 interactive exhibits. For more info: floridapopcon.net
Arts Festival – Mount Dora – Sat & Sun
This nationally recognized, juried arts show includes oil paintings, watercolors, acrylics, clay, sculpture and photography on display throughout downtown, with live music on a main stage in Donnelly Park. For more info: mountdoracenterforthearts.org
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Want to see your event listed in the Weekend Happenings? Contact Rita at rita.sotolongo@orlandomagazine.com with your press release or event information.
