Welcome to Orange County Parks and Recreation's Special Events Page!
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Orange County Parks and Recreation has the following fun events and community meetings:
Register now for the Inaugural Hobbit Hike 5K Family Fun Run/Walk on Tuesday, September 22!
Come run through the woods for the inaugural Hobbit Hike 5K Family Fun Run/Walk on Tuesday, September 22, at Orange County Parks and Recreation's Moss Park (12901 Moss Park Rd., Orlando, FL 32832). Those who register by September 8 are guaranteed to receive a T-shirt and medal; registration is open through race day.
- Register for $25 at OCParks5K.org (a United Way web page); all proceeds benefit Heart of Florida United Way.
September 22 Event Day
- 5:30 p.m. Check-in begins at pavilion 4, located behind the front parking lot.
- 7 p.m. Race begins with runners in the front and walkers in the back. Start and finish will be at the same location, with two water stations.
- This 5K Run-Walk will have four restrooms and two portalets.
- Food available for purchase from Kona Ice and R&D Food Services.
- Please note: the course is shell rock, compact dirt and asphalt.
- Pets are not permitted in the park; service animals are welcome.
- Questions? Email parks@ocfl.net.
Fish-4-Fun in September 2026!
Fish-4-Fun is a free catch-and-release fishing event for ages 15 and younger that takes place at four parks (see below – children can participate in any or all four events); each on-site registration starts at 7:30 a.m.; fishing tournament 8-10 a.m.; and winners recognized 10 a.m. We encourage family and friends to fish with their registered child and to bring your own fishing gear if you have it; supplies will be offered to registered children, while supplies last. Questions? Email parks@ocfl.net or call Parks Special Events 407-836-6249.
FREE Monthly Senior Fish-4-Fun Event at Renaissance Senior Center, September 15, 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Orange County Parks & Recreation and the Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission join together to bring you Senior Fish-4-Fun for ages 55 and older at Renaissance Senior Center. This is a once-a-month free catch-n-release fishing event! Fishing poles and bait provided while supplies last, or participants can bring their own fresh-water fishing gear. Questions? Call Renaissance Senior Center 407-254-9070 or email parks@ocfl.net.
Here's the monthly event schedule:
- Tuesday, October 20, 8:30-11:30 a.m.
FREE Fort Christmas Barnyard Banter Program, September 19
All ages are welcome to join in the Barnyard Banter program at Fort Christmas Historical Park! on August 15, from 1-2 p.m., enjoy Florida Folklore to learn about the state's folklore. The cow hunter stories of Bone Mizell will be discussed and some Florida ballads will be reviewed. This is a FREE program, open to the public. Visit Fort Christmas Historical Park for more information. Questions? Email parks@ocfl.net or call the park's staff: 407-254-9310.
Here's the monthly event schedule:
- October 17: Frontier Field Games
- November 21: Historic Thanksgiving
- December 19 The Christmas Post Office
- January 30-31, 2027: Eastside Barnyard Bash 4-H Clinic/Practice Show, hosted by East Orange Livestock 4-H
- February 20: Florida Animals
- March 20: Archaeology
- April 17: Art in Florida
- May 15: Florida Takes Flight
- June 19: Pioneer Technology
Dance the Night Away With The Crew on Saturday, September 26
Enjoy the beautiful music of The Crew on the last Saturday of the month, from 6-9 p.m., at Renaissance Senior Center’s ballroom! Each event is open to adults ages 18 and older and all styles of dance are welcome. Cost is $20 per person; if a new customer, register at tinyurl.com/SetUpYourAccount and all pay online at tinyurl.com/TheCrewAtRSC.
You will enjoy a cool atmosphere of dance, fun and live music provided by The Crew. The band will perform a wide variety of social ballroom music, offering something for everyone and creating plenty of opportunities to dance throughout the night. Be ready to dance, socialize, and enjoy a fantastic evening! Light refreshments will be available while supplies last. Questions? Call Renaissance Senior Center at 407-254-9070 or email parks@ocfl.net.
Here's the monthly event schedule:
FREE Movies in the Park
Bring your family and friends to the following locations for a FREE Movie in the Park! Bring lawn chairs and snacks, or purchase from food trucks, if available. No alcohol allowed in the park; no pets allowed in the viewing area. Questions? Email parks@ocfl.net.
Hoppers
This fun animated movie (rated PG, 105 mins.) starts at 7:15 p.m., shortly after dark.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
This fun animated movie (rated PG, 95 mins.) starts at 7:15 p.m., shortly after dark.
Minions & Monsters
This fun animated movie (rated PG, 90 mins.) starts at 6 p.m., shortly after dark.
Lilo & Stitch
This fun live-action movie (rated PG, 108 mins.) starts at 6 p.m., shortly after dark.
Toy Story 5
This fun animated movie (rated PG, 90 mins.) starts at 6 p.m., shortly after dark.