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Disney magic meets spooky delights as favorite characters don whimsical costumes at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Ghostly parades, trick-or-treating, and bewitching entertainment create a family-friendly fright fest, where the line between spooky and spectacular is joyfully blurred.
Shawn Olah
Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights is a spine-chilling fusion of thrills and terror. The theme park transforms into a haunted realm, where iconic horror stories come to life. From menacing mazes to sinister scare zones, every corner pulses with fear.
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Celebrate independent film at the Orlando Film Festival which showcases several documentaries, features, and shorts. Filmmakers, actors, and cinephiles gather for a celebration of storytelling. The screens come alive with narratives that inspire, provoke, and entertain.
Ludovic Delot
Electric Daisy Carnival is one of the largest electronic dance music festivals in the US. It takes place in several states as well as in Puerto Rico. The focus is mainly on mainstream DJs and producers. The music is not the Carnival's only attraction--the stage design is also quite fascinating.
Mario Mendez
Dazzling Nights transforms Harry P. Leu Gardens into a luminous wonderland. With dazzling light displays, enchanting performances, and a festive atmosphere, this event paints the night with a kaleidoscope of colors, creating magical moments that sparkle in the hearts of all who revel in its glow.
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The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is a celebration of creativity at Walt Disney World. Featuring visual art exhibits, live performances, culinary masterpieces, and hands-on workshops, it blends art, music, and food for an inspiring experience for all ages.
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During Mardi Gras, Universal Studios Florida metamorphs into a carnival of epic proportions. Floats bursting with charisma glide through the streets, showering beads on eager crowds. The air is thick with the aroma of Cajun cuisine, and live music turns the park into a rhythmic dance floor.
Michi Moore Photography (Hawaii)
Football's biggest stars come to showboat at the Pro Bowl, which traditionally takes place at Aloha Stadium in the first part of February. This game follows the Super Bowl and is a showcase game, intended to honor some of football's best and most famous players.
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Fandom takes center stage in a spectacular collision of pop culture realms at MegaCon Orlando. From comic book heroes to sci-fi legends, cosplayers transform into living art. Celebrities and creators share tales of imagination, and the venue becomes a treasure trove of collectibles.
Katherine Auguste
Central Florida Fair is a fantastic community gathering event. There's something for everyone, including a midway with plenty of rides, games, and mouthwatering food, as well as live entertainment. Moreover, it hosts animal exhibitions and competitive showcases.
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Celebrate the magic of the performing arts with the annual Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival. Catch more than 500 uncensored theatrical performances spread over ten days. Watch professionals and amateur actors do their stuff on the streets and various venues in and around downtown.
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Every Memorial Day Weekend, Orlando is filled with the sights and sounds of a classic Carnival celebration. The celebration, which evokes images from Rio de Janeiro's streets, features a rowdy parade through downtown and a weekend-long fiesta at Tinker Field.
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Forbidden Kingdom Music Festival is a high-energy bass and dubstep event featuring top DJs and explosive performances. Held in Florida, it combines immersive fantasy themes with epic stage designs, attracting EDM fans from around the world for an unforgettable weekend of music and mayhem.
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