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Top Orlando Festivals and Events for October
October 2009 in Orlando

By Theresa Johnston, About.com

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  • Through 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.

  • October 01, 2009
    1st Thursday's
    Themed happy hour on the first Thursday of each month at the Orlando Museum of Art from 6pm - 9pm.
    For more info: 407-896-4231 x 260.
    Admission charge.

  • October 01 - 03, 2009
    Latin Food and Wine Festival
    Three days of delectable and diverse flavors of Orlando's Latin community. Events are held throughout the Orlando area.
    For more info: 407-428-5870.
    Admission charge.

  • October 02, 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

  • October 02, 2009
    Date Night at Leu Gardens
    Bring a picnic basket and a blanket to enjoy a movie under the stars at beautiful Leu Gardens.
    More info: 407-246-2620
    Admission charge

  • October 03, 2009
    Jazzed in Sanford
    Monthly Jazz Concert series held the first Saturday of the month in Magnolia Square, downtown Sanford from 4 - 7pm.
    More info: 407-688-5004
    Free admission

  • October 3 - 5, 2009
    Beyond Bollywood: The South Asan Film Festival
    Annual festival showcasing diverse images of South Asian culture and heritage through acclaimed independent films.
    More info: 407 -629-1088
    Admission charge

  • October 04, 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

  • October 05, 2009
    Storytelling at Leu Gardens
    Stories at 3 times for different aged children on the first Monday of the month. The Orange County Library System sponsors this indoor event.
    More info: 407-246-2620
    Free admission

  • October 08, 2009
    Alive After Five
    The second Thursday of each month, enjoy themed entertainment and activities.
    For more info: 407-302-2586.
    Admission charge

  • October 08 - 11, 2009
    Southern Women's Show
    Held at the Orange County Convention Center. Take a day off to recharge and refresh. Tips and ideas for cooking, healthy living, savvy shopping and current fashion.
    Admission charge

  • October 09, 2009
    Movie in the Park
    On the second Friday of the month, the city of Mount Dora presents a free outdoor movie at Donnelly Park on the corner of Donnelly Street & 5th Avenue.
    More info: 352-735-7183
    Free admission

  • October 09, 2009
    The Mount Dora Art Stroll
    A festive evening of art, music and hors d'oeuvres designed to showcase regional art at several walkable venues through out Downtown Mount Dora.
    More info: 3352-383-2165
    Free admission

  • October 09, 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

  • October 09 - 10, 2009
    Ocktoberfest
    Celebrate Ocktoberfest with the community of Celebration.
    Free admission

  • October 09 - 11, 2009
    Mount Dora Annual Bicycle Festival
    Attracting 1,500 cyclists; this is Florida's oldest and largest bicycling event! With rides of varying lengths and skill levels, cyclists of all ages.
    More info: 352-383-2165
    Free admission

  • October 09 - 11, 2009
    Sanford Bikefest
    Weather you ride a classic, sport-bike, chopper, custom, cruiser, metric or three-wheeler, as long as you have the biker spirit you are welcome to Sanford and Thunder in the Streets. The day will be filled with on-going events including: motorcycle stunt shows, Spyder demo rides, bike shows, music, vendors, food and beverages. Molly Hatchet will be performing Friday night at 9 PM Chris Cagle will be performing Saturday night at 7PM.
    More info: 407.322.2212
    Free admission

  • October 10 - 11, 2009
    Autumn Art Festival
    Annual Winter Park Festival held at Central Park from 9 am - 5 pm.
    More info: 407-599-3399
    Free admission

     

  • October 10 - 11, 2009
    Vintage Venture
    Lakeridge Winery has features live 50's & 60's music along with food, wine, and a vintage car show.
    More info: 1-800-768-WINE.
    Admission charge of $2.00

  • October 11, 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

  • October 11, 2009
    Gay Pride Festival and Parade – Come Out With Pride
    A signature event of the Metropolitan Business Association, “Come Out With Pride” is Central Orlando’s largest gay pride festival and parade. The festivities are held in downtown Orlando’s Lake Eola Park, complete with entertainment and long parade route.
    Free admission

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