The Miller Group Weekend Guide

Things to Do in Orlando This Weekend

Looking for something fun to do around Orlando this weekend? From local markets and professional soccer to live music, fandom fun and the official start of spooky season, there are plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy Central Florida.

August 28–30, 2026

Fandom + Entertainment

Fanboy Expo Orlando

Date: Friday–Sunday, August 28–30
Friday: 4:00–9:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM–5:00 PM
Location: Hilton Orlando
Address: 6001 Destination Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32819

Comic fans, collectors and cosplay lovers can make an entire weekend of Fanboy Expo Orlando. The event features celebrity guests, comic industry professionals, cosplay, vendors, live entertainment and more.

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The Happiest Market at Dezerland Park Orlando

Shop Local

The Happiest Market: 2 Years of Core Memories

Date: Saturday–Sunday, August 29–30
General Admission: 1:00–5:00 PM
VIP Hours: 12:00–1:00 PM
Location: Dezerland Park Orlando
Address: 5250 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819

The Happiest Market is celebrating two years with its biggest event yet. Browse a curated mix of Central Florida small businesses, makers and artists offering handmade goods, art, apparel, collectibles and other specialty finds.

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Orlando Pride soccer match at Inter and Co Stadium

Saturday Night Soccer

Orlando Pride vs. Utah Royals FC

Date: Saturday, August 29
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Inter&Co Stadium
Address: 655 W Church St, Orlando, FL 32805

Grab your purple and spend Saturday night cheering on the Orlando Pride as they take on Utah Royals FC in NWSL regular-season action at Inter&Co Stadium.

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Lake Nona Night Out

Country Night at Nona Adventure Park

Date: Saturday, August 29
Time: 6:00–9:00 PM
Location: Nona Adventure Park
Address: 14086 Centerline Dr, Orlando, FL 32827

Trade the usual Saturday-night plans for live country music by Steven Cardwell, lakefront views and a Central Florida sunset at Nona Adventure Park.

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Sunday at Lake Eola

Orlando Farmers Market

Date: Sunday, August 30
Time: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Lake Eola Park
Address: Corner of E Central Blvd & E Eola Dr, Orlando, FL 32801

Make Sunday a Lake Eola day while browsing baked goods, crafts, gifts, jewelry, plants, food and other local finds at the Orlando Farmers Market.

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Spooky Season Starts Here

Halloween Horror Nights

Date: Friday–Sunday, August 28–30
Event Begins: 6:30 PM
Location: Universal Studios Florida
Address: 6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
Admission: Separate event ticket required

Spooky season officially begins in Orlando this weekend. Halloween Horror Nights returns with 10 haunted houses, scare zones and street experiences, live entertainment, themed food and more.

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One More Weekend Idea

Make It a Magical Dining Night

Still deciding where to eat? Visit Orlando's Magical Dining is happening now through September 30, with more than 180 participating Orlando-area restaurants offering three-course prix-fixe dinners. It's an easy excuse to try somewhere new while you're out exploring Orlando this weekend.

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Sometimes the best weekend plans are close to home.

Knowing Orlando is about more than knowing the neighborhoods. It's knowing where people spend Sunday mornings, where families make memories, where locals gather, and the experiences that make each part of Central Florida feel a little different.

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