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Vans Warped Tour punks up downtown Orlando for another year with music and more

Now back for a second consecutive year in Orlando, Vans Warped Tour closes out its five-city 2026 run with a lineup spanning practically every shade of the alternative music spectrum. The post Vans Warped Tour punks up downtown Orlando for another year with music and more appeared first on Orlando Weekly .

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Here’s where to find all the Michelin-approved Orlando restaurants of 2026

From our one (1!) 2-Michelin star-rated restaurant to all the Bib Gourmand distinctions, recommendations and beyond. The post Here’s where to find all the Michelin-approved Orlando restaurants of 2026 appeared first on Orlando Weekly .

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A look at the airport gate in Orlando before flight 925 to Knoxville

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This Underrated Florida College Town Could Be Your Favorite 2027 Weekend Escape

People here jump out of airplanes for fun, and the town proudly calls itself the skydiving capital of the world. A few minutes away, you can flip your own pancakes on a griddle built right into your table. That combo alone got my attention. DeLand’s history has a few surprises...

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Trader Joe's opening new Florida store Nov. 5, more coming in 2027

Attention shoppers ! Florida's newest Trader Joe's is opening Nov. 5 in Orlando. It's one of dozens of locations nationwide that the quirky grocer is opening at the end of 2026, but it's not the only Florida location on its way. A Sarasota location will open by the end of 2026, according to company spokesperson Nakia Rohde, and more are planned for 2027. "Next year, we plan to add new Trader Joe’s in Boynton Beach, Orlando, Kissimmee, Maitland, Central Naples, and Vero Beach," Rohde said. "We are actively looking at hundreds of neighborhoods across the country as we hope to open more new neighborhood stores each year." Shop Trader Joe's with Instacart Trader Joe's recently opened locations in West Palm Beach in June, in Melbourne last December, and Daytona Beach a year ago. The popular California-based grocery chain, known for its private-label " unique and interesting products ," along with seasonal favorites and its highly sought-after totes, invited customers to join "Captain Randy and Crew" for the 8 a.m. opening. Trader Joe's prides itself on "low prices, every day" with no loyalty programs or membership cards. Here's what to know. Where is the new Florida Trader Joe's? .oembed-frame { width:

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Deli Owner Planning New Space on South End of Cagan Crossings

A new sandwich spot looks to be in the works in a developing area of central Florida. Slapz Deli is the name of a planned new concept coming to 533 Cagan Park Avenue #309 in Clermont. This comes from a recent filing at the state level, and it is coming to a residential area on the outskirts of Metro Orlando. An opening date has not yet been set.

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Joby, Orlando International Airport Inaugurate Air Taxi Vertipad

Orlando International Airport (KMCO) this week inaugurated what the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) and Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) described as a first-of-its-kind site for evaluating electric air taxis. GOAA, which operates Orlando International, said Thursday that the airport hosted demonstrations of Joby Aviation’s electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft prototype. The flights took place at what GOAA described as a newly constructed “vertipad,” the precursor to a future hub for commercial eVTOL operations. It aims to begin operations there by 2030, though it had previously targeted 2028 . The demonstration was hosted by FDOT and according to GOAA used routes and procedures jointly developed with the FAA and NASA. It included participation from Orlando air traffic controllers. According to FlightAware , Joby’s eVTOL prototype conducted three short hops at the vertistop, each lasting two minutes or less. “By bringing together government, industry, and air traffic partners at MCO, we are helping turn an emerging transportation concept into a safe, practical reality that can strengthen connectivity, create new opportunities, and shape how people move across Florida and beyond,” said Lance Lyttle, CEO of GOAA, in a news release . From Vertipad to Vertiport GOAA said the vertipad, located

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Taste of South Lake Serves Up A Winning Night of Food, Fun and Community

Beautiful weather, delicious food and plenty of community spirit came together Thursday, November 5, as the South Lake Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 15th Annual Taste of South Lake & Business Expo at Clermont Waterfront Park. The sold-out event brought together more than 1,200 attendees for an evening filled with...

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Wings & Rings Working on Winter Garden Location

Wings & Rings, a sports restaurant known for its wings, burgers, and casual dining menu, is working on a new location in Winter Garden at 140 Sugar Belle Drive, Suite A. The company recently submitted documents to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation for the new restaurant. The location will be part of Flamingo Crossings Town Center, although an exact opening date has not been announced. The latest development comes from Alvaro Diez, CEO and co-founder of Pieocentral LLC, which has secured development rights for new brands, including Wings & Rings and La Madeleine.

Winter Garden, FL · 4d

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This Florida Farmers Market Is the Perfect Excuse to Get Out of Bed on Sunday

Fresh coconut water poured straight from the coconut is a real Sunday morning option here. That alone sounds like a better plan than hitting snooze. I like a market that starts with something that playful. The stalls don’t stay on one road, either. They stretch along a downtown main street...

Clermont, FL · 5d

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EDC Orlando 2026: Lineup, Dates, Tickets and Festival Information

One of Orlando’s biggest electronic dance music festivals is taking over downtown this weekend as Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Orlando returns to Tinker Field Nov. 6-8. The three-day festival will bring more than 100 electronic music artists to Central Florida, with multiple stages, large-scale production and performances from some of the biggest names in dance music.

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Non-profit free grocery store Parramore Market opens in Orlando

The Parramore Market officially opened its doors on Oct. 27 at 536 N. Westmoreland Drive and offers residents a place to fill their carts without spending a dime. The post Non-profit free grocery store Parramore Market opens in Orlando appeared first on Orlando Weekly .

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Beer, Bacon and BBQ is back in Orlando this weekend

For 10 years, Beer Bacon and BBQ has been tempting Orlandoans with both meaty delights and copious suds from local pitmasters and craft breweries. The post Beer, Bacon and BBQ is back in Orlando this weekend appeared first on Orlando Weekly .

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Gertrude’s Kitchen: Family Traditions, Southern Comfort Food, and a Passion for Cooking

Some of the best recipes come with a story, and for Shonda Singleton-Taylor, that story begins in her grandmother’s kitchen. What started as childhood lessons in cooking and baking eventually became Gertrude’s Kitchen, a locally owned catering business serving Horizon West and the surrounding Central Florida community. With...

Windermere, FL · 3d

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Jeff's Bagel Run Opens Poinciana Shop, Co-Founder Praises Warm Welcome

Jeff's Bagel Run celebrated the grand opening of its newest shop on Cypress Parkway in Poinciana, bringing scratch-made bagels, house-whipped spreads and local coffee to the growing Osceola County community. The bagel brand, known for making everything in-house rather than shipping in frozen product, has spent the last few years building a loyal following across the Orlando area.

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Brightline offers discounts for EDC Orlando festival attendees

Brightline resumes rail service between South Florida and Orlando following recent Brevard County flooding.

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SeaWorld Orlando will host a Veterans Day celebration with discounts

Military families can enjoy special discounts and a patriotic picnic at SeaWorld Orlando during its Veterans Day celebration.

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Fig & Olive Mediterranean Kitchen Coming to Marketplace at Avalon Park This December

A new Mediterranean dining option is coming to East Orlando. Fig & Olive Mediterranean Kitchen is preparing to open at the Marketplace at Avalon Park in early December 2026, bringing customizable bowls, fresh ingredients, and affordable Mediterranean-inspired meals to the food hall. Led by hospitality operator Ramzi Naber, the fast-casual concept will feature Build Your Own Bowls starting at $12.99, with choices including basmati rice, lemon-herb quinoa, hummus, chicken shawarma, Angus beef shawarma, falafel, and premium proteins such as lamb kofta and salmon.

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SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration Kicks Off Tonight with Millions of Sparkling Lights, Spectacular Entertainment, and Return of Beloved “Miracles” Show at Orca Stadium

ORLANDO, Fla. — The magic of Christmas returns to Central Florida tonight, Friday, November 6, as SeaWorld Orlando officially kicks off its 2026 Christmas Celebration, transforming the park into a dazzling winter wonderland filled with millions of sparkling lights, spectacular holiday shows, festive music, seasonal treats, and unforgettable family experiences.

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Orlando Ballet’s The Nutcracker Returns With Expanded Holiday Schedule for 2026

Orlando Ballet is bringing its signature holiday production of The Nutcracker back to Central Florida this December, with an expanded performance schedule, family-friendly activities and additional opportunities to experience the beloved holiday tradition. Presented by Orlando Health, the production runs Dec. 4-27 at Steinmetz Hall inside the Dr. Phillips Center...