15 Incredible Things to Do in Central Florida This Week: June 26 to July 2, 2026

Summer is officially in full swing, and Orlando’s local event calendar is bursting at the seams! Whether you are looking for a lively weekend community festival or a budget-friendly way to break up the mid-week monotony, we’ve got you covered. From interactive library pop-ups and classic car cruise-ins to free morning art classes for the kids and historic “America 250” holiday celebrations under the stars, here are 15 fantastic ways for families to explore Central Florida over the next few days.

1. Avalon Park Food Truck Night & Movie Under the Stars

Kick off your weekend with an evening of community fun. Grab dinner from a variety of local food trucks parked around the town center, and then set up your lawn chairs and blankets for a completely free, family-friendly outdoor movie screening as the sun goes down.

• Dates: Friday, June 26, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Location: Downtown Avalon Park, 3680 Avalon Park East Blvd, Orlando, FL 32828
• Cost: FREE admission
• Link: avalonparkorlando.com

2. Clermont Waterfront Park Summer Celebration

Celebrate summer right on the water! This single-day community gathering brings families together for live outdoor music, interactive kids’ lawn games, local food trucks, and plenty of space for the little ones to splash around safely near the lake.

• Dates: Friday, June 26, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Location: Clermont Waterfront Park, 300 3rd St, Clermont, FL 34711
• Cost: FREE
• Link: clermontfl.gov

3. Kingdom Creations Summer Market

Stroll through a vibrant, indoor community market featuring unique local crafters, makers, and family-friendly artisans. It’s a great air-conditioned escape where kids can check out handmade items and sample local treats.

• Dates: Friday, June 26, 2026 | Begins at 4:00 PM
• Location: Orlando Fashion Square, 3201 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32803
• Cost: FREE admission
• Link: kingdomcreations.com

4. Great American Block Party

Get an early start on summer celebrations with this lively community neighborhood block party. Families can enjoy giant lawn games, patriotic entertainment, live music, and an incredible lineup of local food trucks.

• Dates: Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Location: Lake Nona Town Center, 6900 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, FL 32827
• Cost: FREE admission
• Link: greatamerican.com

5. Free In-Person Kids Coding Workshop

Bring your tech-loving kids out for a completely free, hands-on introduction to computers and coding. Designed specifically for kids ages 7–14, this guided session lets them build simple games in a fun environment.

• Dates: Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 11:00 AM
• Location: Hampton Inn & Suites Orlando Intl Drive North, 7448 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
• Cost: FREE (Registration required)
• Link: eventbrite.com

6. Show Car Saturday Nights

If your kids love cool vehicles, they will be thrilled by this festive car cruise-in. Families can walk among beautifully restored classic trucks, muscle cars, and modern collectors’ vehicles while a live DJ spins upbeat tracks.

• Dates: Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Location: Promenade at Sunset Walk, 3251 Margaritaville Blvd, Kissimmee, FL 34747
• Cost: FREE
• Link: margaritavilleresorts.com

7. Winter Garden Farmers Market Pop-Up Celebration

While the market runs regularly, this specific Saturday features extra family summer pop-up vendors and live interactive entertainment. Bring the kids’ swimsuits so they can cool off in the massive interactive downtown fountain splash pad right next door!

• Dates: Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Location: Downtown Pavilion, 104 S. Lakeview Ave, Winter Garden, FL 34787
• Cost: FREE admission
• Link: wintergarden.com

8. Kissimmee Lakefront Park Community Field Day

Get moving with the family at this interactive park event. Local community organizers are putting together an morning of old-school field day games, including sack races, tug-of-war, and parachute games that are perfect for kids and parents alike.

• Dates: Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Location: Kissimmee Lakefront Park, 201 Lakeview Dr, Kissimmee, FL 34741
• Cost: FREE
• Link: kissimmee.gov

9. Free In-Person Kids Robotics Class

Let your junior engineers explore the basics of mechanics and robot design! This interactive, beginner-friendly afternoon session gives kids hands-on practice building simple working models alongside other creative students.

• Dates: Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 11:00 AM
• Location: Hampton Inn & Suites Orlando Intl Drive North, 7448 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
• Cost: FREE (Registration required)
• Link: eventbrite.com

10. Orlando Under the Stars

Step into the planetarium theater for a special, kid-friendly guided tour of the night sky. Families will learn how to spot summer constellations and planets visible right over Central Florida this week.

• Dates: Sunday, June 28, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
• Location: Orlando Science Center, 777 E. Princeton St, Orlando, FL 32803
• Cost: Included with general science center admission
• Link: osc.org

11. Baby & Me Storytime

Hug your little one while sharing a special, interactive first-time library experience right in the heart of historic downtown Kissimmee. Perfect for parents looking to introduce their babies to the joy of reading, this cozy, in-person morning session focuses on early literacy through simple books, engaging play time, and fun, repetitive music designed specifically for tiny learners.

• Dates: Monday, June 29, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
• Location: Hart Memorial Central Library (Lillie Room), 211 E Dakin Ave, Kissimmee, FL 34741
• Cost: FREE
• Link: osceolalibrary.org

12. Oviedo Amphitheater Summer Storytime & Music

Bring your little ones out for an energetic morning of storytelling, live music, and movement. Hosted at the outdoor amphitheater stage, this program gets younger children singing, dancing, and building early literacy skills in a scenic park setting.

• Dates: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
• Location: Center Lake Park Amphitheater, 299 Center Lake Lane, Oviedo, FL 32765
• Cost: FREE
• Link: cityofoviedo.net

13. Summer Flix: The Sandlot Movie Presentation

Escape into the cool theater for a summer survival staple. Take the kids to see the timeless summer baseball comedy The Sandlot on the big screen as part of the community’s historic cinematic celebrations.

• Dates: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 | 10:00 AM & 2:00 PM (Two Showings)
• Location: Garden Theatre, 160 W. Plant St, Winter Garden, FL 34787
• Cost: $5 per ticket
• Link: cwgdn.com

14. Summer Family Art Workshop: Printmaking Party!

Let your children tap into their inner artist! This drop-in garden workshop invites families to create their own custom canvas and paper art using fun printmaking techniques. Plus, you can explore the campus’s unique outdoor playspace.

• Dates: Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Location: Art & History Museums – Maitland, 231 W. Packwood Ave, Maitland, FL 32751
• Cost: FREE
• Link: summerworkshop.com

15. “Color Your World” Kids Craft Hour

Designed to spark creativity mid-week, this interactive library program gives kids access to a vibrant assortment of mixed-media arts and crafts supplies. It’s a marvelous hour of hands-on storytelling through color.

• Dates: Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Location: Altamonte Springs City Library, 281 Maitland Ave, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
• Cost: FREE
• Link:coloryourworld.com