Discover Orlando: August 2026 Event Guide
Central Florida comes alive with a mix of summer favorites, local traditions, and seasonal experiences throughout the month. From food-focused events like Sip & Savor Weeks, Magical Dining, and Taste! Central Florida to celebrations, community gatherings, live performances, and family-friendly activities, Orlando offers countless ways to make the most of the season. As summer begins to transition into fall, residents and visitors can enjoy exciting events like EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, Halloween Horror Nights, SeaWorld’s Spooktacular, and a variety of local experiences happening throughout Orlando and surrounding communities.
Looking for more ways to enjoy the month? Explore the latest entertainment releases for August, including new movies, TV shows, books, and other must-see additions to add to your list.
Back-to-school season is here! Families across Central Florida will begin the 2026–2027 school year on Monday, August 10th, 2026, with Orange and Sumter counties starting on Tuesday, August 11th, 2026. If you're planning your August calendar, be sure to keep these important school start dates in mind.
- Brevard County: Monday, August 10th, 2026
- Flagler County: Monday, August 10th, 2026
- Lake County: Monday, August 10th, 2026
- Marion County: Monday, August 10th, 2026
- Orange County: Tuesday, August 11th, 2026
- Osceola County: Monday, August 10th, 2026
- Seminole County: Monday, August 10th, 2026
- Sumter County: Tuesday, August 11th, 2026
- Volusia County: Monday, August 10th, 2026
Ongoing Throughout August
Family Fun Month | Black Business Month | International Peace Month
Sip & Savor Weeks 2026
Through the 9th
August 1st
National Girlfriend Day
Tai Chi in the Garden at Mead Botanical Garden
Saturdays, Through May 15th, 2027
Baile "Un Verano En Nueva York" Live Music
August 2nd
National Sisters Day
Wall Street Plaza Rolling July and August
Through the 9th
August 5th
Luminary Market and KaleidoScope 360° Movie Night
August 6th
An Evening with the Orlando Vocal Collective
Through the 8th
August 7th
Purple Heart Day
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
42nd Annual Cup-a-Thon
Through the 8th
August 8th
National Pickleball Day
Monster Jam Freestyle Mania
Through the 9th
Sol y Sabor: A Celebration of Culture & Music
August 9th
1st Annual End of the Summer Adult Block Party
August 10th
National Lazy Day
Ella Mai: Do You Still Love Me? Tour
August 11th
National Son’s & Daughter’s Day
August 13th
National Prosecco Day | National Filet Mignon Day
Thornton Park District 2nd Thursday Wine & Art Walk
August 14th
Magical Dining 2026
Through September 30th
Art in the Atrium: Opening Reception
August 15th
National Relaxation Day
August 16th
National Tell a Joke Day | National Rum Day
Orlando All-Star Barber Showcase
August 17th
National Thrift Shop Day | National Nonprofit Day
August 21st
National Senior Citizens Day
History After Dark: Swamp Legends
August 23rd
National Cuban Sandwich Day
August 26th
National Dog Day | National Women’s Equality Day
August 27th
Halloween Horror Nights Premium Scream Night at Universal Orlando Resort
EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
Through November 21st
August 28th
Orlando Boat Show
Through the 30th
Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort
August 29th
SeaWorld Spooktacular
Through November 1st
August 30th
National Beach Day
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