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Top Orlando Festivals and Events for May

May 2009 in Orlando

By Theresa Johnston, About.com

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  • May 25, 2009: Memorial Day
    >Ways to Celebrate Memorial Day in Orlando

  • May 28, 2009
    Velvet Sessions
    Rock & Roll Happy Hour held the last Thursday of the month at the Hard Rock Hotel, Universal Orlando.
    Admission charge varies according to the month's theme.

  • May 29, 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

  • May 29 - 31, 2009
    Mount Dora Blues and Wine Festival
    Sample wines from the best Vineyards Saturday from 4-7PM at the Lakeside Inn. Performing artists include...Friday evening 5-7PM - T. Scott Walker and DJ Chris. Saturday 3-9PM - The Smokin Torpedos; T. Scott Troprockers with Greg Fingers Taylor; Apply Mary s Blues; Ms. Jacqueline Jones Blues. Sunday 1-5PM - Bobby Blackmon Blues and Rent Money Blues Band Jam.
    More info: 352-383-2165
    Admission charge

  • May 30, 2009
    Jazz Jams Uptown
    The City of Altamonte Springs and WLOQ Smooth Jazz 103.1 present a jazz concert series at the Eddie Rose Amphitheater from 8pm -to 10pm at Uptown Altamonte.
    More info: 407-571-8180

  • May 30, 2009
    Chef's Gala
    One of the largest and most extravagant fundraisers around, the annual Chef’s Gala, benefiting the Heart of Florida United Way, is held at Epcot World Showcase from 6:30 – 10:00 pm. Over 20 of Orlando’s top chefs participate serving up unique dishes paired with best in class wines and a dazzling silent auction.

  • May 31, 2009
    Latin Sundays at Old Town
    Every Sunday in May from 2 - 8pm enjoy authentic Spanish food while enjoying a live Latin band on the main stage.
    More info: 407-396-4888
    Free admission for concert

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