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Halloween and fall events around Orlando, checked on the organizer's or city's page on Oct 23, 2026. Haunted attractions are left out. Look for the Good for little kids (2–4) marker for early, toddler-friendly options.
Homeschool Adventure Days at Orlando Science Center
Orlando Science Center · Orlando (Loch Haven Park · Downtown & Winter Park)
MuseumPaidNext: Mon, Nov 2Downtown & Winter Park
Monthly themed homeschool days with a standards-based discovery lab. Nov 2: K–5 Trampoline Engineering, grades 6–8 Egg Drop. Dec 7: K–5 States of Matter, 6–8 Solar Fair. Next: Feb 1, 2027 (no January date). One adult admission included with each student.
Upcoming dates: Mon, Nov 2, 2026; Mon, Dec 7, 2026
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- When: Mon Nov 2 and Mon Dec 7, 2026
- Time: Not listed on source
- Price: $50 per student ($46 members); one adult included
- Ages: Grades K–8 (adult must accompany)
- Booking: Reserve on the Science Center's homeschool page (Step Up for Students families use the form on that page).
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Homeschool ZOOventures at Central Florida Zoo
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens · Sanford
Zoo & aquariumPaidNext: Tue, Nov 10Good for little kids (2–4)North & Seminole County
Monthly homeschool programs by age group (5–8, 9–12, 13–17). November for ages 9–12: Zoo Life (behind the scenes at a zoo). December: Nocturnal Navigators (ages 5–8) and We Like to Move It Move It, animals of Madagascar (ages 9–12).
Upcoming dates: Tue, Nov 10, 2026; Thu, Nov 12, 2026; Tue, Dec 8, 2026; Thu, Dec 10, 2026
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- When: Tue Nov 10 or Thu Nov 12; Tue Dec 8 or Thu Dec 10, 2026
- Time: 2–4 p.m.
- Price: $24 per child; passholders $20 (plus $3 per order)
- Ages: Ages 5–17 by group
- Booking: Register on the zoo's Homeschool ZOOventures page.
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Homeschool Series at Oakland Nature Preserve
Oakland Nature Preserve · Oakland (West Orange · South & Osceola County)
Nature center, garden & parkPrice not listedOngoing / by arrangementGood for little kids (2–4)South & Osceola County
Monthly homeschool nature classes in two age groups (6–8 and 9–12), plus Toddlers on the Trails for little ones. November sessions are on the preserve's calendar.
- When: Monthly; see the preserve calendar
- Time: Not listed on source
- Price: Not listed on source
- Ages: Ages 6–8 and 9–12
- Booking: Register on the preserve's site.
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Homeschool field trips at the Orange County Regional History Center
Orange County Regional History Center · Orlando (Downtown Orlando · Downtown & Winter Park)
History & historic sitePaidOngoing / by arrangementDowntown & Winter Park
Homeschool group field trips, usually on Wednesdays during the school year. Minimum 10 students. Closed Nov 26 and Dec 24–25.
- When: Wednesdays during the school year
- Time: Not listed on source
- Price: $8 per student
- Ages: Students (group visits)
- Booking: Reserve through the History Center's homeschool reservation form.
⚠️ This site blocked automated reading. Details are from a search summary of the official page on Oct 23, 2026.
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Orlando Science Center field trips
Orlando Science Center · Orlando (Loch Haven Park · Downtown & Winter Park)
Science & planetariumPaidOngoing / by arrangementGood for little kids (2–4)Downtown & Winter Park
Group field trips with standards-based Discovery Labs, live shows, exhibit halls and films. One free adult for every 10 students.
- When: By reservation
- Time: Not listed on source
- Price: Field trip packages from $19 per person (up to 4 hours)
- Ages: Students (group visits)
- Booking: Book on the Science Center's field trips page.
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
SeaWorld Orlando educational field trips (Florida homeschools)
SeaWorld Orlando · Orlando (International Drive · South & Osceola County)
Zoo & aquariumPaidOngoing / by arrangementSouth & Osceola County
Self-guided instructional field trips open to Florida homeschool groups. Minimum 15 students.
- When: By reservation
- Time: Not listed on source
- Price: From $45 per student
- Ages: Students (group visits)
- Booking: Book on SeaWorld's field trips page.
⚠️ Price and homeschool eligibility are from a search summary of the official page.
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Seminole County Natural Lands field trips and guided hikes
Ed and Imogene Yarborough Nature Center, Geneva Wilderness Area · Geneva (East Seminole County · North & Seminole County)
Nature center, garden & parkPaidOngoing / by arrangementNorth & Seminole County
Field trips open to public, private and homeschool groups: a guided nature hike and an up-close animal program at the nature center. Public guided hikes (Owl Prowl, Fall Foraging, night hikes and more) are $5 per person, ages 7+ with an adult; private hikes $5 per person for groups up to 25.
- When: Field trips Mon–Fri by request; hikes on scheduled dates
- Time: Not listed on source
- Price: Hikes $5 per person; field trip price not listed
- Ages: Ages 7+ for hikes
- Booking: Email Natural Lands through the county page to schedule.
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Free days at Harry P. Leu Gardens
Harry P. Leu Gardens · Orlando (Audubon Park · Downtown & Winter Park)
Nature center, garden & parkFree (per source)Next: Mon, Nov 2Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown & Winter Park
Sponsored free-admission days at the botanical garden.
Upcoming dates: Mon, Nov 2, 2026; Mon, Dec 7, 2026; Mon, Jan 4, 2027
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- When: Mon Nov 2, Mon Dec 7, 2026; Mon Jan 4, 2027
- Time: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (last entry 4 p.m.)
- Price: Free
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Free Friday nights at the Morse Museum
Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art · Winter Park (Park Avenue · Downtown & Winter Park)
MuseumFree (per source)Next: Fri, Nov 6Downtown & Winter Park
Free admission Friday evenings, with live music Nov 27 from 5–8 p.m. Home of the famous Tiffany collection.
Upcoming dates: Fri, Nov 6, 2026; Fri, Nov 13, 2026; Fri, Nov 20, 2026; Fri, Nov 27, 2026
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- When: Fridays Nov 6, 13, 20 and 27, 2026
- Time: 4–8 p.m.
- Price: Free
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
⚠️ This site blocked automated reading. Details are from a search summary of the official page on Oct 23, 2026.
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Free Family Funday at the Mennello Museum
Mennello Museum of American Art · Orlando (Loch Haven Park · Downtown & Winter Park)
MuseumFree (per source)Next: Sun, Nov 8Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown & Winter Park
Free museum admission on the second Sunday of every month, with docent-led gallery tours at 12:30, 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. and a fine-art project. Kids under 6, and military, veterans and their families, are always free.
Upcoming dates: Sun, Nov 8, 2026; Sun, Dec 13, 2026; Sun, Jan 10, 2027
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- When: Second Sundays: Nov 8, Dec 13, 2026 and Jan 10, 2027
- Time: Tours 12:30, 1:30 and 2:30 p.m.
- Price: Free
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Christmas Eve open house at the Morse Museum
Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art · Winter Park (Park Avenue · Downtown & Winter Park)
MuseumFree (per source)Next: Thu, Dec 24Downtown & Winter Park
Free admission all day on Christmas Eve, with live music in the afternoon.
Upcoming dates: Thu, Dec 24, 2026
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- When: Thu Dec 24, 2026
- Time: 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m. (music 1–4 p.m.)
- Price: Free
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
⚠️ This site blocked automated reading. Details are from a search summary of the official page on Oct 23, 2026.
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Mead Botanical Garden
Mead Botanical Garden · Winter Park
Nature center, garden & parkFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementGood for little kids (2–4)Downtown & Winter Park
47 acres with trails, a creek, boardwalk, greenhouse, butterfly garden and a turtle pond.
- When: Daily
- Time: 8 a.m.–dusk
- Price: Free
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
⚠️ This site blocked automated reading. Details are from a search summary of the official page on Oct 23, 2026.
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Rollins Museum of Art (free admission)
Rollins Museum of Art, Rollins College · Winter Park
MuseumFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementDowntown & Winter Park
Always-free art museum on the Rollins College campus with rotating exhibitions. Closed Mondays, holidays and during installations.
- When: Tue–Sun
- Time: Tue, Wed, Fri 9 a.m.–4 p.m.; Thu 9 a.m.–7 p.m.; Sat 11 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sun noon–4 p.m.
- Price: Free
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Tibet-Butler Preserve and Vera Carter Environmental Center
Tibet-Butler Preserve · Orlando (Southwest Orange · South & Osceola County)
Nature center, garden & parkFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementGood for little kids (2–4)South & Osceola County
County preserve with an environmental center, exhibits and trails. Trailblazer program: log 20 miles of hiking to earn a free T-shirt. Group eco-education programs need 10 paid participants and 30 days' notice.
- When: Daily
- Time: 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
- Price: Free entry
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
⚠️ This site blocked automated reading. Details are from a search summary of the official page on Oct 23, 2026.
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Florida State Parks Junior Ranger at Wekiwa Springs
Wekiwa Springs State Park · Apopka
Nature center, garden & parkFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementGood for little kids (2–4)North & Seminole County
Free Junior Ranger program: get an activity kit from park staff and finish six core activities to earn a patch. Park entry $6 per vehicle; open 8 a.m. to sunset; day-use reservations required.
- When: Daily
- Time: 8 a.m.–sunset
- Price: Program free; park entry $6 per vehicle
- Ages: Kids
- Booking: Not listed on source
⚠️ Florida State Parks pages blocked automated reading. Details are from search summaries of the official pages.
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Christmas Celebration at SeaWorld Orlando
SeaWorld Orlando · Orlando (International Drive · South & Osceola County)
Holiday lightsPaidOpens Fri, Nov 6 · through Mon, Jan 4Good for little kids (2–4)South & Osceola County
Holiday event at SeaWorld on select dates. Park admission required.
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- When: Select dates Nov 6, 2026–Jan 4, 2027
- Time: Not listed on source
- Price: Park admission
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
City of Orlando Veterans Day Parade
Lake Nona Town Center · Orlando (Lake Nona · South & Osceola County)
ParadeFree (per source)Next: Sat, Nov 7South & Osceola County
The city's Veterans Day parade, starting and ending at Lake Nona Town Center. Road closures begin about 10 a.m.
Upcoming dates: Sat, Nov 7, 2026
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- When: Sat Nov 7, 2026
- Time: 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
- Price: Free
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild at Central Florida Zoo
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens · Sanford
Holiday lightsPaidOpens Fri, Nov 13 · through Sun, Jan 17Good for little kids (2–4)North & Seminole County
Giant lantern festival on select nights. Timed entry at 6, 7 or 8 p.m.; stay until 10 p.m. Sensory Nights Dec 1 and Jan 12; Santa visits Dec 20–23. Online tickets only; no walk-ups.
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- When: Select nights Nov 13, 2026–Jan 17, 2027
- Time: 6–10 p.m.
- Price: Ticketed (online only)
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Christmas at Gaylord Palms (ICE!)
Gaylord Palms Resort · Kissimmee
Holiday lightsPaidOpens Fri, Nov 13 · through Sun, Jan 3Good for little kids (2–4)South & Osceola County
Holiday attractions including ICE!, snow slides, Santa visits and gingerbread decorating. Tickets required.
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- When: Nov 13, 2026–Jan 3, 2027
- Time: Not listed on source
- Price: Not listed on source
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Veterans Day Celebration Weekend at SeaWorld Orlando
SeaWorld Orlando · Orlando (International Drive · South & Osceola County)
Zoo & aquariumPrice not listedOpens Fri, Nov 13 · through Sun, Nov 15South & Osceola County
Veterans Day celebration weekend at the park, with a Pass Member & Military/Veteran Picnic on Sun Nov 15.
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- When: Nov 13–15, 2026
- Time: Not listed on source
- Price: See SeaWorld page
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Dazzling Nights at Harry P. Leu Gardens
Harry P. Leu Gardens · Orlando (Audubon Park · Downtown & Winter Park)
Holiday lightsPaidOpens Fri, Nov 20 · through Sun, Jan 3Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown & Winter Park
Immersive holiday light walk with live entertainment. Ages 3 and under free; tickets online only, priced by night. Off-site parking at 266 E Rollins St.
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- When: Nov 20, 2026–Jan 3, 2027
- Time: Not listed on source
- Price: Child (4–12) from $33; adult from $35
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Seniors First Turkey Trot 5K and free Tot Trot
Lake Eola Park · Orlando (Downtown Orlando · Downtown & Winter Park)
Run & walkPaidNext: Thu, Nov 26Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown & Winter Park
Thanksgiving morning 5K plus free kids' runs (Tot Trot).
Upcoming dates: Thu, Nov 26, 2026
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- When: Thu Nov 26, 2026 (Thanksgiving)
- Time: 5K 8 a.m.
- Price: 5K $45 (Nov 1–21), $50 race week; 17 and under $10 off; kids' runs free
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Winter on the Avenue tree lighting
Central Park · Winter Park (Park Avenue · Downtown & Winter Park)
Tree lightingPrice not listedNext: Fri, Dec 4Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown & Winter Park
Annual tree lighting with strolling carolers, a Chanukah menorah lighting, s'mores, snow slides, children's choirs and a movie in the park.
Upcoming dates: Fri, Dec 4, 2026
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- When: Fri Dec 4, 2026
- Time: 5–9 p.m.
- Price: Not listed on source
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Light Up Winter Garden
Historic Downtown Winter Garden (City Hall, 300 W. Plant St.) · Winter Garden (Downtown Winter Garden · South & Osceola County)
Tree lightingFree (per source)Next: Fri, Dec 4Good for little kids (2–4)South & Osceola County
39th annual lighting at 6:15 p.m. with live entertainment and holiday activities. Kicks off 'Tis the Season downtown (Dec 4–Jan 3). Rain or shine.
Upcoming dates: Fri, Dec 4, 2026
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- When: Fri Dec 4, 2026
- Time: 6–9 p.m.
- Price: Free
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
City of Orlando Tree Lighting Celebration
Lake Eola Park, Washington Plaza · Orlando (Downtown Orlando · Downtown & Winter Park)
Tree lightingFree (per source)Next: Fri, Dec 4Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown & Winter Park
Countdown to the lighting of the city's Christmas tree, with holiday performances at the Lake Eola Amphitheater, food trucks, snowfall, the Merry Market and visits with Santa.
Upcoming dates: Fri, Dec 4, 2026
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- When: Fri Dec 4, 2026
- Time: Starts 5:30 p.m.
- Price: Free
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Light Up Sanford tree lighting
Magnolia Square · Sanford (Downtown Sanford · North & Seminole County)
Tree lightingPrice not listedNext: Fri, Dec 4Good for little kids (2–4)North & Seminole County
City tree lighting with holiday entertainment and a visit from Santa.
Upcoming dates: Fri, Dec 4, 2026
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- When: Fri Dec 4, 2026
- Time: 6:30–8 p.m.
- Price: Not listed on source
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Winter Garden Christmas Parade
Historic Downtown Winter Garden · Winter Garden (Downtown Winter Garden · South & Osceola County)
ParadeFree (per source)Next: Sat, Dec 5Good for little kids (2–4)South & Osceola County
Long-running parade from Dillard St. at Palmetto St. along Plant St. to Park Ave., with Santa at the end. A Holiday Night Market (4–8 p.m.) and golf cart parade (6 p.m.) follow that evening.
Upcoming dates: Sat, Dec 5, 2026
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- When: Sat Dec 5, 2026
- Time: 10 a.m.
- Price: Free
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
⚠️ The city schedule lists Dec 5; one description on the same page says "Saturday, December 6." Dec 5 is the Saturday.
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Winter Park "Ye Olde Hometown" Christmas Parade
Park Avenue · Winter Park (Park Avenue · Downtown & Winter Park)
ParadeFree (per source)Next: Sat, Dec 5Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown & Winter Park
74th annual parade down Park Avenue from Cole Ave., with 80+ groups including marching bands. The oldest continuous holiday parade in Central Florida.
Upcoming dates: Sat, Dec 5, 2026
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- When: Sat Dec 5, 2026
- Time: 9–10:30 a.m.
- Price: Free to watch
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Sanford Holiday Parade of Lights
Downtown Sanford (1st St.) · Sanford (Downtown Sanford · North & Seminole County)
ParadeFree (per source)Next: Sat, Dec 12Good for little kids (2–4)North & Seminole County
Lighted floats, dance groups and school marching bands along a one-mile downtown route. Also streamed live.
Upcoming dates: Sat, Dec 12, 2026
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- When: Sat Dec 12, 2026
- Time: 6–8 p.m.
- Price: Free to watch
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Kissimmee Festival of Lights Parade
Historic Downtown Kissimmee · Kissimmee (Downtown Kissimmee · South & Osceola County)
ParadePrice not listedNext: Sat, Dec 12Good for little kids (2–4)South & Osceola County
Nighttime holiday parade with lighted floats, plus family activities and photos with Santa. Festival starts at 4 p.m.
Upcoming dates: Sat, Dec 12, 2026
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- When: Sat Dec 12, 2026
- Time: Festival 4 p.m.; parade 7:30 p.m.
- Price: Not listed on source
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
⚠️ From the City of Kissimmee Parks & Recreation parade-entry page on Eventeny.
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Harry P. Leu Gardens
Harry P. Leu Gardens · Orlando (Audubon Park · Downtown & Winter Park)
Nature center, garden & parkPaidOngoing / by arrangementGood for little kids (2–4)Downtown & Winter Park
Botanical garden near downtown. SNAP cardholders get free entry plus up to three guests. (The historic Leu House is temporarily closed.)
- When: Daily
- Time: Fall hours 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Price: $15 adults; $10 ages 4–17; under 4 free
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive
Lake Apopka North Shore · Apopka
Nature center, garden & parkPrice not listedOngoing / by arrangementGood for little kids (2–4)North & Seminole County
One-way, 11-mile drive through restored wetlands (1–3 hours, 10 mph), great for birds and alligators. Some restrooms; no drinking water.
- When: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and federal holidays
- Time: Not listed on source
- Price: Not listed on source
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Oakland Nature Preserve trails and boardwalk
Oakland Nature Preserve · Oakland (West Orange · South & Osceola County)
Nature center, garden & parkPrice not listedOngoing / by arrangementGood for little kids (2–4)South & Osceola County
150-acre preserve with upland trails and the Healthy West Orange Boardwalk to Lake Apopka. Self-guided visits; groups over 10 should contact the preserve first.
- When: Open 365 days a year
- Time: Sunrise to sunset
- Price: Not listed on source
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
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Last checked 2026-10-23.
Orlando Science Center
Orlando Science Center · Orlando (Loch Haven Park · Downtown & Winter Park)
Science & planetariumPaidOngoing / by arrangementGood for little kids (2–4)Downtown & Winter Park
Four floors of exhibits plus an immersive film theater. Closed Wednesdays (except school breaks), Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Garage parking $4/hour.
- When: Thu–Tue
- Time: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Price: Youth $22 online ($25 at the door); adults $29 online ($32 at the door)
- Ages: All ages
- Booking: Not listed on source
⚠️ Prices are from a search summary of the official visit page.
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Last checked 2026-10-23.