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<\/p>\nYour weekend is here, Central Florida! Here’s a look at the news and what events are going on in the area.<\/p>\n
Temperatures will push into the middle and upper 80s for Saturday afternoon.<\/p>\n
Models have not agreed upon the frontal boundary and the timing of wet weather.<\/p>\n
Some models indicate that scattered showers and weak thunderstorms could be active Saturday late afternoon rather than Sunday.<\/p>\n
Other models continue what we have been seeing for the past several days, which is Monday being the better event for scattered rain and isolated storms.<\/p>\n
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Take a look at your hour-by-hour forecast<\/a><\/p>\n THEME PARKS<\/p>\n Aloha to Summer at Aquatica Orlando<\/a> ORANGE<\/p>\n Florida Puerto Rican Parade & Festival<\/a> Orlando Pottery Festival Spring Market<\/a> Orlando Boozy Crawfish Festival<\/a> Orlando Pickle Fest<\/a> Apopka Art & Foliage Festival<\/a> Disney-Pixar’s Finding Nemo at Orlando Family Stage<\/a> 18th Annual Winter Park Paint Out<\/a> BREVARD<\/p>\n Illumi-Nature at Brevard Zoo<\/a> Party for the Planet at Brevard Zoo<\/a> Melbourne Art Festival<\/a> Brevard Discovery Garden 4th Annual Spring Fling<\/a> FLAGLER<\/p>\n Flagler Beach Farmers Market<\/a> Earth Day Washington Oaks 2026<\/a> European Village Famers Market<\/a> OSCEOLA<\/p>\n Earth Day Celebration with city of St. Cloud<\/a> LAKE AND SUMTER<\/p>\n Leesburg Bikefest<\/a> Mount Dora Blueberry Festival<\/a> Mount Dora Arbor Day Celebration<\/a> MARION<\/p>\n Marion Maker Fest at Midtown<\/a> St. Mark Greek Orthodox Church Greek Festival<\/a> The Ocala Yard Sale Market<\/a> SEMINOLE<\/p>\n St. Johns River Festival of the Arts<\/a> FOODAPALOOZA Food Fest in Sanford<\/a> VOLUSIA<\/p>\n Jeep Beach 2026<\/a> Crab & Seafood Festival in Daytona Beach<\/a> Ormond Beach Founders Celebration<\/a> For more events going on in your area, check out our Community Calendar<\/a><\/p>\n 1.\u00a0Orlando wants to update bike plan, asks for community feedback<\/a>
Ongoing until May 3 |\u00a0Every Saturday and Sunday, the park transforms into a vibrant island escape, filled with high-energy dance parties, exciting games, and tropical fun for the whole family.<\/p>\n
Saturday | 11 a.m.|\u00a0 The theme of the parade is\u00a0\u201cBuild the Future in Puerto Rico\u201d.\u00a0In addition to the cultural festivities the 2026 events will serve as a strategic platform to highlight the island\u2019s economic opportunities and inspire young talent and entrepreneurs to invest in Puerto Rico\u2019s future.<\/p>\n
Saturday | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. |\u00a0This family friendly, indoor festival includes professional potters, hobbyists, and students, offering their work at varying price points.<\/p>\n
Saturday | 1-6 p.m. | Piles of fresh, perfectly seasoned crawfish straight from Louisiana, served alongside all the classic fixings.<\/p>\n
Saturday | Noon-9 p.m. | Crazy flavors, crafty finds, and all menu items $10 or less!<\/p>\n
All Weekend |\u00a0Held at Kit Land Nelson Park, this popular Central Florida festival brings together local artists, plant vendors, live entertainment, and delicious food in a beautiful park setting.<\/p>\n
Weekends until May 10 |\u00a0The beloved Pixar story comes to life on stage in this splashy, song-filled adaptation of\u00a0Finding Nemo. This musical adventure dives deep into family, friendship, and finding the courage to swim beyond your comfort zone.<\/p>\n
Ends Saturday |\u00a0Each year twenty-four professionally-acclaimed plein air artists will paint at the Polasek Museum and at other locations throughout Winter Park and Orlando.<\/p>\n
Ongoing until May 10 |\u00a0This spring the Zoo will transform into a night-time wonderland of glimmering lights from more than 1,000 illuminated whimsical displays of animals, flowers, mythical creatures and more.<\/p>\n
Saturday | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. |\u00a0Join the largest coordinated Earth Day celebration in the world! Party for the Planet, the annual event led by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), highlights how accredited zoos and aquariums support wildlife conservation.<\/p>\n
All Weekend | Once again held at Wickham Park, this year\u2019s festival will feature over 200 artist booths, live music, kid friendly activities, a VIP Patron Lounge, sponsor and exhibitor displays, and diverse food and beverage options.<\/p>\n
Saturday | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. |\u00a0You can expect a larger, richer experience this year connecting with Master Gardeners, local Beekeepers, and gardening vendors. There will be native and Florida-Friendly plants for sale, educational workshops, garden demonstrations, beekeeping presentations, and environmental exhibits.<\/p>\n
Saturday | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Held right in front of City Hall, get ready for another beautiful day of local shopping and discover everything your community has to offer.<\/p>\n
Saturday | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. |\u00a0Arts & Crafts Vendors – DJ & Live Music- Food Trucks – Kids Activities – Environmental Education Booths – Gift Shop Open – Plant Sale – Chance Drawing and More.<\/p>\n
Sunday | 10 a.m.-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
Saturday | 10 a.m. |\u00a0The celebration at the St. Cloud Library will feature environmental exhibitors, crafts for all ages, food trucks, eco-friendly presentations, face painting, free tree giveaways, kid zone, and so much more.<\/p>\n
All Weekend | Live music, motorcycle shows, stunts, and more, it’s a weekend that every motorcycle enthusiast and music lover should experience.<\/p>\n
All Weekend | Local Blueberry Farms will sell berries freshly picked from their farms along with fresh blueberry products. Crafters, live music, pancake breakfast, blueberry berry, wine and a blueberry pie eating contest will also be featured at this FREE event.<\/p>\n
Saturday | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. |\u00a0Enjoy a family-friendly event featuring free trees, environmental exhibits, and activities that highlight the importance of sustainability and urban forestry.<\/p>\n
Saturday | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. |\u00a0See amazing exhibitors and enjoy opportunities to participate in your own builds throughout the day.
This is a hands-on experience!<\/p>\n
All Weekend | An unforgettable experience featuring our lively taverna, authentic Greek food and pastries, live music and traditional dancing, unique vendors, exciting raffles, and so much more.<\/p>\n
Sunday | Noon-4 p.m. |\u00a0This is an ALL INDOOR event and FREE to the public. There is always something fun for the kids!<\/p>\n
All Weekend |\u00a0Sanford\u2019s historic brick streets become a vibrant arts destination at the St. John\u2019s River Festival of the Arts, a professionally juried art festival showcasing exceptional artists from across the country.<\/p>\n
Sunday | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. |\u00a0This free, family-friendly event brings together a delicious mix of food trucks, pop-up kitchens, bakeries, and specialty vendors for one unforgettable afternoon of global flavors.<\/p>\n
Ongoing until April 26 | Dozens of fun-filled activities, including vendor shows, off-roading obstacle courses and a Jeep Parade on the shoreline.<\/p>\n
Saturday | 11 a.m.-8 p.m. | Attendees can enjoy a variety of delicious dishes served up fresh at this festival happening on Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Boulevard between Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Charles Street.<\/p>\n
Saturday | 1-9 p.m. |\u00a0This family-friendly event will feature a wide variety of activities and entertainment for all ages. All proceeds will benefit the Ormond Beach Police League.<\/p>\n
\n2.\u00a0Florida students choosing ‘AI-resilient’ jobs to stay competitive in workforce<\/a>
\n3.\u00a0NASA names astronauts for Crew-13 mission to International Space Station<\/a>
\n4.\u00a0Osceola nonprofit hopes to prevent stillbirths while supporting grieving parents<\/a>
\n5.\u00a0Adults with autism find support at Lake County nonprofit<\/a>
\n6.\u00a0Pro pool player teaches winning shots at Sanford billiards hall<\/a><\/p>\n
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