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Top Orlando Festivals and Events for January

January 2009 in Orlando

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Camellia plant sale at Leu Gardens, Jan. 17 & 18.

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January 2009

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  • January 15, 2009
    Streetmosphere
    Enjoy the Russian born members ov CirqueMosphere as they perform feats of Mime, magic, juggling and balancing at Uptown Altamonte. Two shows start at 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm.
    More info: 407-571-8180
    Free admission

  • January 15 - 19, 2009
    Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey
    The circus is coming to town at the Amway Arena. Ninety minute show includes Asian elephants, double-decker trapeze and more.
    More info: 407-849-2000
    Admission charge

  • January 16, 2009
    Friday Night Live
    Friday nights at Uptown Altamonte, from 7 - 9 pm enjoy outdoor entertainment in a beautiful setting. Local artists perform Jazz, Pop, Big Band and Contemporary music weekly.
    More info: 407-571-8180
    Free admission

  • January 16, 2009
    Cinema in the Park
    Family movies on the third Friday of each month at Centennial Park in Sanford. Bring the family and a blanket or chairs for the 7:00pm showing of this month’s movie.
    More info: 407-688-5004
    Free admission

  • January 16, 2009
    Movie in the Park
    Free family movies on the third Friday of each month at Candyland Park in Longwood. Bring the family and a blanket or chairs for the 7:00pm showing of this month’s movie.
    More info: 407-260-3484
    Free admission

  • January 16 - 18, 2009
    Extravaganza at Renninger's
    Three times a year during the 3rd weekends of November, January and February, thousands of antiques will be on display at Renninger's Florida Twin Markets in Mount Dora. Purchase a daily or 3 day pass.
    More info: 352-383-8393 or 1-800-522-3555
    Admission charge

  • January 16 - 18, 2009
    Suburban Orlando Home Show
    American Consumer Shows presents their annual expo at Osceola Heritage Park.
    Admission charge

  • January 16 - 20, 2009
    Otronicon
    Hands on gaming festival held annually at the Orlando Science Center. This 5 day event is sponsored by Full Sail University. Check the schedule for classes & workshops, competition and complete schedule.
    Admission charge

  • January 17, 2009
    Kissimmee Sunshine Regional Chili Cook-Off
    International Chili Society sanctioned chili cook-off. Sample some of the best chili in the area or enjoy the beer garden while listening to live music.
    Free admission

  • January 17, 2009
    Taste of Deland
    From 1 - 4 pm on E. Indiana Avenue. Enjoy food prepared by area restaurants. Area restaurants will participate by preparing and serving a variety of food items. Beer and wine will be served. More info: 386-626-7000
    Admission charge

  • January 17, 2009
    Winter Music Series
    Weekly event held at Lakeridge Winery features live music, food and wine.
    More info: 1-800-768-9463
    Free admission

  • January 17 - 18, 2009
    Camellia Show
    Enjoy a free weekend to peruse Leu Gardens while learning about the beautiful camellias that are in bloom. Camellia Plant sale from 9am - 5pm each day.
    Free admission

  • January 15 - 19, 2009: Celebrate Martin Luther King Day
    >Bok Tower Gardens - Jan. 15, 2009 - Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Concerts. Music of hope, inspiration and peace to honor Dr. King.
    >Orlando - Jan. 17, 2009 - Martin Luther King Parade begins at 10 am. Battle of the Bands & Concert begins at 2pm at Lake Eola.
    >Sanford - Jan. 17, 2009 - Martin Luther King Rally-in-the-Park. Community function with live entertainment, food and games starting at Fort Mellon Park in Sanford starts at noon.Shady Park at Hannibal Square from 10 am till 5:30 pm.
    >Sanford - Jan. 19, 2009 - Martin Luther King Parade begins at 10 am on 13th Street to Holly Ave, to 9th Street then to Coastline Park.
    >Winter Park - Jan. 19, 2009 - Shady Park at Hannibal Square from 10 am till 5:30 pm.

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