{"id":138148,"date":"2026-01-30T22:02:11","date_gmt":"2026-01-30T22:02:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/138148\/"},"modified":"2026-01-30T22:02:11","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T22:02:11","slug":"weekend-digest-orlando-january-31-february-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/138148\/","title":{"rendered":"Weekend Digest Orlando January 31 & February 1"},"content":{"rendered":"

Your weekend is here, Central Florida! Here’s a look at the news and what events are going on in the area.<\/p>\n

Middle to upper 50s are expected for daytime highs Saturday. But the true fall out in temperature happens that night.<\/p>\n

Extreme cold weather watches and warnings are in effect from Saturday until Sunday afternoon. Morning low temperatures are still expected within the upper teens and low 20s but with wind remaining between 10 mph and 15 mph along with occasional gusts up to 25 mph, feels like the temperature is Sunday morning can arrange between 7\u00b0 and 18\u00b0.<\/p>\n

Mostly clear skies will take over Sunday afternoon and temperatures only rise into the 40s.<\/p>\n

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Take a look at your hour-by-hour forecast<\/a><\/p>\n

THEME PARKS<\/p>\n

ILLUMINATE: A Lantern Festival<\/a>
Ongoing until Jan. 31 | 6 to 10 p.m. |\u00a0Step into a nighttime festival that transforms Aquatica into a luminous world of wonder.<\/p>\n

ORANGE<\/p>\n

Celebrate Lunar 2026 at Luminary Green Park<\/a>
Saturday | 6:30 p.m. |\u00a0a vibrant celebration to welcome the Lunar New Year, ushering in the spirited and successful Year of the Horse! This is a night of rich cultural tradition, delicious food, and thrilling entertainment for the whole family.<\/p>\n

Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions<\/a>
All Weekend | Some of the world\u2019s top professional women golfers play alongside a roster of world-class sports and entertainment celebrities.\u00a0A limited number of tickets are available for fans to purchase.<\/p>\n

Dezerland\u00a0Orlando Family Fest<\/a>
Saturday | Noon to 5 p.m. |\u00a0FamilyFest is Orlandos annual indoor family festival. See family-type vendors, find great family resources, enjoy free vendors’ kid’s activities and register for awesome vendor prizes.<\/p>\n

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child<\/a>
Ongoing unitl Feb. 15 | Various Showtimes |\u00a0Join the next adventure and experience the wizarding world like never before with this record-breaking hit and winner of six Tony Awards including Best Play at the Dr. Phillips Center.<\/p>\n

Orlando Magic 5K & Kids’ Run<\/a>
Saturday | 7:30 a.m. |\u00a0Put your basketball sneakers on hold and grab your running shoes! It will be fun for all ages, with music, entertainment, activities and more!<\/p>\n

Romeo & Juliet at Orlando Shakes<\/a>
Ongoing until Feb. 8 |\u00a0In a violent world, their families enmeshed in a bloody feud, young Romeo and Juliet fall in love. Despite the many obstacles standing in their way, they\u2019re determined to find a happily ever after together. Will their love succeed, despite the odds?<\/p>\n

Faded Kingdom Beer Festival<\/a>
Saturday | Noon to 4 p.m. | Tactical Brewing and Brewed Events have invited breweries from all over the country to join forces with local Orlando breweries to deliver a festival the amazing beer fans of Orlando deserve.\u00a0Tickets include unlimited beer samples from 70+ breweries.<\/p>\n

BREVARD<\/p>\n

Space Coast Food & Wine Festival<\/a>
Saturday | 3 to 6 p.m. | Brings together the region\u2019s top chefs, favorite restaurants, craft beverage makers, and food lovers for an unforgettable afternoon on the water.<\/p>\n

FLAGLER<\/p>\n

European Village Farmers Market<\/a>
Sunday | Noon to 4 p.m. | Over 40 local vendors selling handmade items, produce, and fruit. Family and pet friendly. Rain or shine. Come out and enjoy the Sunday market and all the Village has to offer. Free parking.<\/p>\n

OSCEOLA<\/p>\n

Waggin’ Weekend- Old Town’s Dog Festival<\/a>
Sunday | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. |\u00a0Halftime Performers Championship-level fun, MVP treats, and touchdown-worthy memories with your four-legged quarterback await! OPEN & FREE to the public!<\/p>\n

Civil War Day in St. Cloud<\/a>
Sunday | 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. | A family-friendly celebration honoring Civil War and St. Cloud history, veterans, and historic preservation efforts in Central Florida.<\/p>\n

LAKE AND SUMTER<\/p>\n

51st Annual Mount Dora Arts Festival<\/a>
All Weekend |\u00a0Experience 300 fine artists lined along the streets to showcase a vast array of incredible talent in this juried event. There will be entertainment, beer, wine, cocktails, music and festival food to round out the amazing weekend.<\/p>\n

Weekends at the Winery<\/a>
Saturday |\u00a0Noon to 4 p.m.\u00a0|\u00a0Enjoy an expansive vineyard green, including delicious food, live entertainment, and of course Lakeridge wines at an outdoor bar in Clermont.<\/p>\n

Cozy Con: Celebrating All Things Cozy Mystery<\/a>
Saturday | Noon to 4 p.m. | Several cozy mystery authors will give brief talks about their books, meet and greets, and books available for purchase. A light lunch will be served as well. Held at the Wildwood Community Center.<\/p>\n

MARION<\/p>\n

Spokes European Circus<\/a>
Ongoing until Feb. 8 |\u00a0Witness thrills, romance, and comedy, in one of the oldest and most honest art forms remaining.<\/p>\n

SEMINOLE<\/p>\n

Wekiva Island’s Otter Fest<\/a>
Saturday | 2 to 5 p.m. |\u00a0Raise a glass and spend the afternoon sipping, sampling, and celebrating craft beer and wine at Wekiva Island\u2019s Otter Fest \u2014 a curated tasting experience set in our laid-back, riverside paradise near Orlando, Florida.<\/p>\n

Cat Show Sanford Civic Center<\/a>
All Weekend | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. |\u00a0Get ready to be amazed by the feline stars at the cat show this weekend in Sanford – it’s going to be a purr-fectly delightful time.<\/p>\n

VOLUSIA<\/p>\n

ME STRONG 5K<\/a>
Saturday | 8 a.m.|\u00a0The successful partnership of ME STRONG, Florida Cancer Specialists Foundation, and West Volusia Rotary Clubs has made the ME STRONG 5K one of DeLand’s most highly anticipated events.<\/p>\n

Disney’s Alice in Wonderland, Jr. at Athens Theatre<\/a>
Ongoing until Feb. 8 | A playful journey through a world where nonsense reigns and imagination knows no bounds. Prepare to be swept away in this madcap adventure that\u2019s as delightfully unpredictable as Wonderland itself!<\/p>\n

DIRTcar Nationals at Volusia Speedway Park<\/a>
Ongoing until Feb. 14 |\u00a0Kick off the racing season with three thrilling weeks of racing in Florida at the “World’s Fastest Half-Mile,” Volusia Speedway Park, with three weeks of the Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals, showcasing the nation’s premier short-track racing divisions.<\/p>\n

F.R.E.S.H. Book Festival 2026 in Daytona Beach<\/a>
Saturday | Noon to 5 p.m. |\u00a050-60 authors and artists from around the country will converge on the Community Center with books, knowledge, workshops, international speakers via the internet, spoken word, and much more.<\/p>\n

For more events going on in your area, check out our Community Calendar<\/a><\/p>\n

1.\u00a0I-4 truck parking projects in Central Florida to begin this year<\/a>
\n2.\u00a0Central Florida man reflects on Challenger disaster 40 years later<\/a>
\n3.\u00a0New business on SR-200 to add more traffic in Marion County<\/a>
\n4.\u00a0Central Florida woman turns love into Parkinson\u2019s Support<\/a>
\n5.\u00a0Up close with a giant: Central Florida Zoo\u2019s Rhino Encounter offers rare hands-on experience<\/a>
\n6.\u00a0Orlando Science Schools student creates satellite technology to help detect flood damage<\/a><\/p>\n

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Viewer: Patrick OToole | Location: New Smyrna Beach<\/p>\n

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