Discover Orlando: January 2026 Event Guide
January in Orlando kicks off the new year with a vibrant mix of culture, community, and can’t-miss experiences. From outdoor festivals and art exhibitions to major sporting events, concerts, and meaningful Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations across Central Florida, the city offers something for every pace and interest. Whether you’re enjoying seasonal festivals at EPCOT, exploring local markets and parades, or marking national moments throughout the month, January is full of ways to start the year inspired. Be sure to also explore January’s latest entertainment, including new TV shows, movies, and book releases to enjoy at home.
Originally published on January 1st, 2026. Updated for accuracy.
January 1st
New Year’s Day
Harry P. Leu Gardens Dazzling Nights
Through the 4th
Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild
Through the 18th
Ivanhoe Village Holiday Sign
Through the 6th
Frontyard Holiday Festival at Dr. Phillips Center
Through the 4th
Downtown for the Holidays
Through the 4th
Daytona Magic of Lights
Through the 3rd
January 2nd
2026 International Chamber Music Festival: Festival Pass
Through February 7th
January 3rd
National Play Outside Day
El Boricua Es Otra Cosa at The Dr. Phillips Center
January 6th
Three Kings Day
National Cuddle Up Day
January 7th
Orlando Fringe Winter Mini-Fest
Through the 11th
Barry Manilow at The Kia Center
Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend
Through the 11th
January 10th
National Vision Board Day
National Houseplant Appreciation Day
FYA Fest
Through the 11th
The Harlem Globetrotters: The 100 Year Tour
January 11th
National Sunday Supper Day
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Candlelight Vigil and March
January 12th
National Clean Off Your Desk Day
January 13th
National Ship for Travel Day
January 16th
EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Through February 23rd
Opening Reception: 11th Annual Sculpture on the Lawn Exhibition
Vietnamese Community Festival
Through the 18th
January 17th
48th Eatonville Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade Celebration
Lux & Loud: Musical Wars Block Party
Repticon 2026
Through the 18th
January 18th
24th Unity Heritage Festival & Open House
Through the 19th
January 19th
National Immigration Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Winter Garden: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration & Parade
City of Ocoee Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Parade
January 21st
PGA Show 2026
Through the 22nd
January 22nd
Rolex 24 at DAYTONA
Through the 25th
January 24th
National Compliment Day
2026 ZORA! Festival Season: Opening Exhibition
January 25th
National Florida Day
13th Annual Town of Celebration Marathon & Half Marathon
January 26th
National Spouses Day
January 27th
National Plan for a Vacation Day
Holocaust Remembrance Day
National Chocolate Cake Day
January 28th
National Fun at Work Day
Dimas Sánchez and the Afro-Latin Jazz Project
January 30th
National Croissant Day
2026 ZORA! Festival Season: Outdoor Festival of the Arts
Through February 1st
David LaChapelle Exhibition Premiere at OMA
January 31st
National Backyard Day
51st Annual Mount Dora Arts Festival
Through the 1st
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