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Best Free and Affordable Summer Camps Near Orlando

Submitted by Charlotte B on Fri, 02/18/2022 - 10:01am

Jump into fun at the City of Winter Park summer camp!

Summer will be here before we know it, and that means its time to start looking at summer camp options for the kids! There are so many fun camps near Orlando, but the costs for these fun summer camp programs can add up quickly. Because of this, we’ve rounded up a dozen budget-friendly camps around Central Florida. For the purpose of this article, we've capped the camp cost at $150 per week or less.

For more options, check out our Orlando Summer Camp Guide. And be sure to subscribe to our email list to be in the know of all the fun happenings around Orlando this summer!

Top Attractions in Orlando: Best Things to See and Do with Kids

Submitted by Charlotte B on Fri, 02/11/2022 - 9:10am

Universal Studios Florida in Orlando has epic rides and shows based on your child's favorite movies, shows, and characters. Photo courtesy Universal Studios

Orlando is Florida’s most visited city, and for good reason! Orlando is known for its theme parks, but there’s so much more to see when visiting Central Florida. Swim with dolphins, zipline over alligators, book a boat or kayak tour, see a real space shuttle, and more. Read on for all of our favorite family-friendly Orlando attractions.

Looking for somewhere to stay on your Orlando attractions trip? We've rounded up the Best Orlando Hotels for Families and the Best Hotel Water Parks in Orlando. If you prefer to camp, check out these awesome Florida campgrounds!

If you have plans to visit a bunch of Orlando attractions in a short amount of time (both theme park and non-theme park alike), look into a Go City - Orlando card, which includes entry into amazing, kid-friendly spots like Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, LEGOLAND Florida Resort, Wonderworks, and much more!

Black-Owned Restaurants, Businesses and Landmarks to Discover in Orlando

Submitted by Charlotte B on Fri, 02/04/2022 - 10:12am

The Hannibal Square-Heritage Center pays tribute to the Hannibal Square African American community in west Winter Park through its collection of photographs, public art, and oral histories shared from current and former residents.

In honor of Black History Month, we’ve rounded up a list of black-owned businesses and historical sites and museums you can visit to learn more about African American history in Central Florida. From the first all-black incorporated city in the U.S., to the field where Jackie Robinson played his first professional baseball game, Central Florida has many historical sites and landmarks to explore.

We’ve also included a list of black-owned restaurants and shops near Orlando. Many local businesses have been impacted by the pandemic over the last couple of years; your family can support these establishments not just in February, but all year. While this is a spotlight of some amazing black-owned businesses, it by no means encompasses everywhere worth visiting.

Guide to ICON Park Orlando: An Icon of Entertainment

Submitted by Charlotte B on Fri, 01/21/2022 - 9:48am

ICON Park is an entertainment destination in Orlando featuring 40+ rides, attractions, shops, and restaurants. This 20-acre, open-air complex is conveniently located on International Drive, just a hop, skip, and jump from the theme parks. In fact, USA Today named it the #1 Attraction in Orlando For Tots, Teens & In-Betweens!

Get up close to more than 5,000 sea animals at Sea Life Orlando Aquarium; strut alongside the stars at Madame Tussauds Wax Museum; and of course, ride The Wheel at ICON Park! With several more fun attractions, it's easy to spend a full day exploring this family fun spot.

Tasty Orlando Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free

Submitted by Charlotte B on Sun, 01/16/2022 - 7:13am

The only thing better than a good meal is a free good meal! Photo by the author

Dining out with kids can be challenging —whether they are picky eaters or just pick at the food, it’s a gamble whether they eat at all. However, there are some Orlando restaurants that make things easier on your wallet, providing a little peace of mind when food is left on the plate. Here's a roundup of Orlando restaurants offering free kids meals (or cheap kids meals) with purchase. Bon appetit!

This list is accurate as of published date, but call ahead to verify that the specials haven't changed. Find more free and budget-friendly fun in Orlando with our Orlando Free Things to Do With Kids Guide!

Enriching Free Classes for Kids in Orlando

Submitted by Charlotte B on Fri, 01/07/2022 - 9:12am

The Home Depot's Kids Workshops offers free DIY projects for children the first Saturday of each month. Photo courtesy The Home Depot

We all know that raising kids can get expensive —between summer camps, birthday parties, childcare, and more, it all adds up quickly! Many families may not have the funds available for extracurricular activities. To help ease the financial burden and ramp up the fun, we’ve rounded up a list of FREE classes for kids in the Orlando area.

Be sure to bookmark our activity calendar and filter for FREE events and activities happening all around town. To get more free fun at home and in your town delivered to your inbox sign up for our newsletters and discover all the free events and activities near you in our Orlando Free Things To Do With Kids Guide.

30 Things We Are Excited to Do with Orlando Kids This Winter

Submitted by Charlotte B on Sun, 01/02/2022 - 9:10am

Florida's only snow park, Snowcat Ridge, has returned for its second season! Photo courtesy of Snowcat Ridge

Start 2022 by creating special memories with your family with the help of our guide of fun things to do this winter in Orlando. From manatee sightings and strawberry picking, to a theme park festival and Scottish Highland Games, no matter where you are around Central Florida there is no shortage of fun things to do in the winter.

Don't forget to subscribe to our FREE newsletter as well for the best events, ideas, and happenings in the area delivered right to your inbox!

Snow Park, Snow Tubing, and More Snow Events in Central Florida

Submitted by Charlotte B on Sun, 12/05/2021 - 10:22am

Enjoy a single, tandem or family ride. Photo courtesy of Snowcat Ridge

Florida's first and only snow park, Snowcat Ridge, has returned for its second season! This outdoor attraction features an Alpine village, snow tubing hill, and snow-covered Arctic igloo, all of which have been updated and expanded since last holiday season. There are two new attractions this year as well: Crystal Ribbon ice skating experience and Eskimo Outpost with private igloos. Read all about it below, plus we've included more places to enjoy Florida "snow" and related activities around Central Florida.

And for even more winter fun, visit our Winter Activities guide. Get info about fun holiday events, great indoor and outdoor day trips, holiday lights, and more info about Orlando as the weather drops!