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Top Orlando Festivals and Events for September

September 2009 in Orlando

By Theresa Johnston, About.com

Museum Day Free Admission on 8/26/09

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  • Through September 30, 2009
    September's Magical Dining Month
    As the summer tourist season comes to a close, the Orlando/Orange County Convention & Visitors Bureau along with event partner SYSCO of Central Florida have put together an 'Endless Summer' dining extravaganza - Prix Fixe three-course menu specials for either $20 or $30 at area restaurants.

  • September 21, 2009
    Storytelling at Leu Gardens
    Stories at 3 times for different aged children on the third Monday of the month.
    More info: 407-246-2620
    Free admission

  • September 22 - 27, 2009
    Global Peace Film Festival
    Celebrate the art of film and its power to promote new understanding. Held in conjunction with the UN’s International Day of Peace, the festival promotes the art of motion picture to further the goal of peace on earth, beyond anti-war, ideology and activism. Events will take place at Gallery at Avalon Island, Rollins College, Winter Park Public Library and the Orlando Science Center and will include film programs, panels, parties and a special concert.
    More info: 407-224-6625.
    Admission charge

  • September 24 - 27, 2009
    New Smyrna Beach JAZZ Festival
    Music fills the air along the seaside streets during this annual Jazz Festival. Various performance venues along Flagler Avenue.
    More info: 386-423-9760
    Free admission

  • September 24, 2009
    DOP Social
    Downtown Orlando Partnership holds their monthly social at different locations on select dates.
    More info: 407-228-3891
    Minimal admission price generally includes a complimentary drink.

  • September 24, 2009
    Velvet Sessions
    Rock & Roll Happy Hour held the last Thursday of the month.
    Admission charge

  • September 25, 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

  • September 25 to November 8, 2009
    Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
    Disney's premier fall event held at Epcot. Savor the flavors, sights and sounds from around the world. The daily "Eat to the Beat" concert series includes favorite performers from the 60's & 70's.
    Included with general admission.

  • September 25 to October 24, 2009
    Falling Leaves in Celebration Town Center
    Family event - details to follow.
    Free admission

  • September 26, 2009
    Touch-a-Truck
    A community eventproviding families the opportunity to learn about and explore trucks, construction vehicles and public safety equipment.
    Admission charge

  • September 26, 2009
    Museum Day
    Free admission to Orlando area museums including:
    > Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens in Winter Park
    > Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales
    > Maitland Historical Museum and Telephone Museum in Maitland
    > Museum of Florida Art in Deland
    > Orange County Regional History Center in Orlando
    > Orlando Science Center in Orlando
    > Waterhouse Residence Museum in Maitland

  • September 27, 2009
    Latin Sundays at Old Town
    Every Sunday in February 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

  • September 27, 2009
    "Music at the Casa"
    Casa Feliz Historic Home Museum in Winter Park, open house and live music on Sundays from 12 - 3pm.
    More info: 407-628-8200.
    Free admission

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