8 events highlight this weekend's activities around Orlando area

There's a wide variety of events happening this weekend around Central Florida. Several events will help get you in the holiday spirit.

Saturday

Bubble Run

Nov. 17, 8 a.m. 

Central Florida Fairgrounds
4603 W. Colonial Drive

Run and dance your way through 3 miles of fun.

Thanksgiving for the Homeless

Nov. 17, 12:30 p.m. 

Walt Disney Amphitheater at Lake Eola Park
Downtown Orlando

The community will provide homeless with a Thanksgiving meal, clothes, haircuts, job assistance, food stamps, housing and more. 

Light Up UCF

Nov. 17, noon
Nov. 18, noon
Runs through Jan. 1

CFE Arena
12777 Gemini Blvd. N. 
Orlando

Enjoy ice skating, rides and holiday attractions to get in the holiday spirit.

Orlando Balloon Glow

Nov. 17, 5 to 9 p.m. 
Nov. 18, 5 to 9 p.m.

Blue Jacket Park
2501 General Reese Ave.
Winter Park

Watch hot air balloons light up the night sky. You can also take tethered balloon rides for $20.

Orlando Magic vs. Los Angeles Lakers ​​​

Nov. 17, 7 p.m.

Amway Center

Watch as the Orlando Magic host the Los Angeles Lakers.

Sunday

Orlando Flea

Nov. 18, noon

Celine Orlando
22. S. Orange Ave.
Orlando

Barktoberfest ​​​​​​

Nov. 18, noon

Northeast lawn at Lake Eola Park
Downtown Orlando

This is a rescue appreciation event where pets will be available for adoption.

Family Movie Night at Old Town

Nov. 18, 7 p.m. 

5770 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway
Kissimmee

With the weather cooling off, it’s the perfect time to watch “Frozen” outside on the big screen.
 


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