Free Activities in Orlando in September
Fun and free activities in Orlando, what can be better than that? If you are looking for fun free activities to do in Orlando this September, you will want to check out this list.
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Free Activities in Orlando in September
Here are some fun free activities to take the family to this month.
Avian Reconditioning Center
The Avian Reconditioning Center is a bird-of-prey rehabilitation facility dedicated to educating the community about Florida’s raptors. It is open to the public every Saturday (weather permitting) and offers free admission (donations are appreciated). It also offers several community events throughout the year.
Date: September M-Su, 2021
Time: 10:00AM-3:00PM
Location: Avian Reconditioning Center, 323 W Lester Road, Apopka, FL 32712
Disney Wilderness Preserve
This 11,500-acre preserve began as a partnership between The Nature Conservancy and the Walt Disney Company. Visitors can hike miles of color-coded nature trails leading to the headwaters of the Everglades, while enjoying Florida’s wildlife and natural beauty. There is also a eco-friendly education center and butterfly garden.
Admission: Free, donations appreciated
Date: September M-W, F-Su 2021
Time: 9:00AM-4:30PM
Location: The Nature Conserveancy’s Disney Wilderness Preserve, 2700 Scrub Jay Trail, Kissimmee, FL 34759
Nunan Butterfly Garden
Just outside of the Mount Dora library sits a beautiful butterfly garden that is free to visit. It is home to many species of pollinators, as well as birds and animals.
Date: September M-Su 2021
Time: 9:00AM-4:30PM
Location: Mount Dora’s Nunan Butterfly Garden, 510 N. Baker Street, Mount Dora, FL 32757
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Spook Hill
Just outside Orlando is one of the most famous “gravity hills” in the world. You park your car at the bottom, put it in neutral, then sit and watch as you roll uphill.
Date: September M-Su 2021
Location: Spook Hill, 600 N Wales Dr., Lake Wales, FL 33853
Free Kids Bowling at Aloma Bowling Centers
Sign the kids up for free bowling all summer long at Aloma bowling. Kids 15 and under can bowl two games for free. Shoe rental not included. Must pre-register kids for pass.
Date: September 1-3, 2021
Time: Open to 5:00PM
Locations
Aloma Bowl, 2530 Aloma Ave., Winter Park FL 32792
Boardwalk Bowl, 10749 East Colonial Drive, Orlando, Florida 32817
Airport Bowl, 190 East Airport Blvd., Sanford, Florida 32773
TPD Thursday Night Market
FREE family and pet-friendly event. Food trucks, local vendors, music and more.
Date: September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2021
Time: 6:00PM to 10:00PM
Location: World of Beer, 431 E Central Blvd., Orlando, FL 32801
Art After Dark
Lake Nona presents Art After Dark every Friday night. Join in the fun for the whole family. Art After Dark showcases local artists and their art displays, live music, demonstrations, and special exhibitions.
Time: 6:00PM-9:00PM
Location: Lake Nona Town Center, 6900 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, Florida 32827
Fridays on the Plaza
Bring the entire family to downtown Winter Garden to enjoy live music every Friday evening during Fridays on the Plaza. This month enjoy patriotic music, country music, jazz and more.
Date: September 3, 10, 17, 24
Time: 7:00PM to 9:00PM
Location: Downtown Winter Garden, Centennial Plaza Gazebo
Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive
Approximate drive time: 2 hours
Known as one of the top three birding areas in the state, this 11-mile drive-thru wildlife sanctuary is FREE, open to the public, and a favorite among locals. Be ready to marvel at an abundance of sunbathing alligators and even the occasional otter or bobcat. There are several stops along the drive to pull over and stretch your legs, as well as portable restrooms and picnic pavilions at the pump house. An audio tour, birding checklist, and butterfly checklist can all be found on the LAWD website. The drive is open from Friday-Sunday, 7am-5pm, and on federal holidays. Vehicles must exit by 5pm, so plan on arriving no later than 3pm.
Date: September 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26
Time: 7:00AM-5:00PM
Sunset Walk Car Shows & Live Music
Every Saturday Evenings from 4 – 11 p.m. Join The Promenade at Sunset Walk is home to Show Car Saturday Nights. All makes and models are welcome and displayed along Margaritaville Boulevard. Car enthusiasts will enjoy the music of DJ Scotty B while admiring an amazing collection of classic to modern automobiles. The best live bands also share the Promenade Plaza Stage nightly.
Throughout the evening, find your favorite restaurants and shops at the Promenade at Sunset Walk.
Date: September 4, 11, 18, 25, 2021
Time: 4:00PM – 11:00PM
Location: Promenade at Sunset Walk, 3251 Margaritaville Boulevard, Kissimmee, Florida 34747
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Free Admission Day Leu Gardens
One Monday of the month, Leu Gardens offers free admission to visitors. Take the kids and enjoy looking at all the flowers and the plants. Right now they have their fairy door exhibit and kids will enjoy going on a hunt for all the doors.
Date: September 6, 2021
Time: 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Location: Leu Gardens, 1920 North Forest Avenue, Orlando, FL 32803
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Popcorn Flicks in the Park
Popcorn Flicks in the Park will show The Fox and the Hound this month. The movie is free and open to the public.
Date: September 9, 2021
Time: 8:00PM
Location: Winter Park Central Park Central Park Main Stage, Park Avenue, and Garfield Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
Horizon West Block Party
Grab the family and head over to the Horizon West Town Center for a monthly hang out. The block party features food trucks offering a variety of local eats, kids games and activities and giveaways and fun prizes.
Date: September 10, 2021
Time: 5:30PM to 9:00PM
Location: Lawn outside Cinepolis, 14111 Shoreside Way, Winter Garden, FL 34787
Fun in the Sun
Come join us for our 1st Fun in the Sun free community event. Be ready to enjoy fun activities, food, guest speakers, education on children safety and more.
Date: September 11, 2021
Time: 10:00AM-3:00PM
Location: Lake Eola Park, 512 East Washington Street, Orlando, FL 32801
Orlando Cars and Coffee
Orlando Cars and Coffee happens on the 2nd Sunday of each month and is a great way to get some looks at classic cars.
Date: September 12, 2021
Location: Donut Central & Fuelpresso, 495 N Semoran Blvd., Winter Park, FL 32792
Free Family Funday at Mennello Museum
Every second Sunday of the month, visit Mennello Museum for Free Family Funday. Visit the museum for free and pick up a take home art project (limited to first 20 kids). You will also be able to access the art project online if you want to do it at home.
Date: September 12, 2021
Time: 12:00PM to 2:30PM
Location: Mennello Museum, 900 East Princeton Street, Orlando, FL 32832
Kid Crew September Scavenger Hunt
Starting Tuesday September 14th through Saturday September 18th stop by Calliope Street , between the hours of 12pm-6pm to pick up your scavenger hunt form. Little explorers will travel throughout the mall on a scavenger hunt. Once you’ve completed your hunt, return your sheet to Calliope Street for your prize!! All participants Ages 12 & Under will receive a prize courtesy of Calliope Street!
This activity is free to enter and can be done at your leisure. You must start and end at Calliope Street to play!
Date: September 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 2021
Time: 9:00AM-4:30PM
Location: Oviedo Mall, 1700 Oviedo Mall Boulevard, Oviedo, FL 32765
Free Admission at Orange County Regional History Center
Visit Orange County Regional History Center on the third Thursday of the month for free admission after 5. Learn about the citrus history of Orange County, the theme park that was the pre-cursor to Disney and what Orange County looked like pre-Disney and post Disney.
Teachers, Orange County Employees and kids under 4 are free everyday.
Date: September 16, 2021
Time: 5:00PM – 8:00PM
Location: Orange County Regional History Center, 65 E. Central Blvd., Orlando, Florida 32801
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Avalon Park Food Truck Night
Go on down to Avalon Park for their food truck night featuring local food trucks, music, games & neighborhood fun!
Date: September 19, 2021
Time: 5:00PM to 8:00PM
Location: Town Park, 3651 Avalon Park East Blvd, Orlando, FL 32828
Movie Under the Stars
Join others at Avalon Park for the September Movie Under the Stars featuring Ratatouille, sponsored by Converged Services Technology Advisors.
Bring a blanket or a chair and get ready for a free family night out!
Date: September 24, 2021
Time: 7:00PM to 9:00PM
Location: Town Park, 3651 Avalon Park East Blvd, Orlando, FL 32828
Concert in the Park
Enjoy a free concert in the park at Reiter Park in Longwood. Pack a picnic and enjoy a fun evening out.
Date: September 25, 2021
Time: 7:00PM to 9:00PM
Location: Reiter Park, 311 Warren Avenue, Longwood, FL 32750
Peanut Butter Matinee
The Peanut Butter Matinee is free for kids 12 and under ($9.99 for everyone else). This month, the movie is Destroy All Monsters.
Date: September 26, 2021
Time: 12:00PM
Location: Enzian Theater, 1300 South Orlando Avenue, Maitland, FL 32751
