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UCF community turns out for Waterford Lakes Trader Joe’s Opening

An early crowd of shoppers gathered Thursday morning to get a first look inside Trader Joe's newest location at Waterford Lakes. Customers began lining up as early as 4 a.m., with the store reaching capacity within 20 minutes of opening. The strong turnout of over 700 people reflected the excitement surrounding the new location, particularly among UCF students and nearby residents who previously had to travel farther to shop at Trader Joe’s Winter Park or Sand Lake Road locations.

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Wasteland Orlando Is Stacked With 40+ Artists for its Debut Fest

Two-day GA, GA+, and VIP tickets to Wasteland Orlando 2027 are available for purchase on wastelandfest.com. We’ve officially been treated to the full artist lineup for the inaugural edition of Wasteland Fest in Orlando, Florida. The iconic fest, originally from Southern California, will make its Orlando debut, bringing its signature sounds to new stomping grounds at the Central Florida Fairgrounds on Friday, February 5 and Saturday, February 6, 2027. This East Coast edition of Wasteland will bring artists from all across the hard dance spectrum, including some heavy-hitting acts! Some of the bigger names include Venetian hard techno duo 999999999, hardcore pioneer Angerfist, globally celebrated hardstyle duo Da Tweekaz, industrial hard techno force Dømina, genre-bending bass producer JSTJR, dance rock trailblazer KAYZO, German hard techno breakout Kuko, Texcore pioneer Lil Texas, Italian hardstyle producer Rooler, and gold-certified anonymous Dutch techno enigma Vieze Asbak.

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Behind the Scenes: Dazzling Nights Unveils 50-foot Snowman & Bigger Holiday Magic

Do you want to build a 50-foot snowman? Creative City Project did. Bungalower was invited behind the scenes for a sneak peek at this year’s Dazzling Nights at Harry P. Leu Gardens, and the highlight was watching an enormous, custom-made snowman light up the Rose Garden for the first time.

aroundosceola.com

Launching the future at Kissimmee Airport—quietly

Traffic in Central Florida, especially if you are heading to another urban area like Tampa, Ocala or West Palm Beach, is … not great. And, the price of gas makes that slow ride even more daunting. Imagine if a flight, on a smaller, electric plane that can make those...

Kissimmee, FL · 1d

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Holiday Shoppers Say This Giant Florida Christmas Warehouse Is Worth The Drive

An entire building packed with nothing but Christmas sits on a busy Florida highway, and it stays open year-round. Ornaments, trees, wreaths, and lights fill the place in every month of the calendar. The ribbon and ornaments are arranged by color. That detail alone makes my organized side very happy....

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The Naughty List holiday pop-up bar arrives at The Dark Room in downtown Orlando

The Dark Room in downtown Orlando has undergone a festive holiday makeover, debuting over-the-top seasonal decor alongside an all-new themed cocktail menu. Transformed into "The Naughty List" pop-up bar, the downtown hangout is serving up plenty of holiday cheer for Central Florida nightlife fans. The 407’s Lauren Margolis stepped inside for an exclusive first look to help get you into the spirit.

mycentralfloridafamily.com

Altamonte Springs, FL · 2d

Cranes Roost Park Events November & December 2026: Holiday Lights, Free Movies, Santa and More!

Cranes Roost Park Events November & December 2026: Holiday Lights, Free Movies, Santa and More!. Looking for fun family activities and holiday events in Central Florida? Cranes Roost Park in Altamonte Springs has an exciting lineup of events for November and December 2026, including festive celebrations, outdoor movie nights, live concerts, holiday shopping and visits with Santa Claus!

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Pinstripes reopens Orlando location with new games and updated dining

Orlando's Pinstripes will host Music Bingo starting Nov. 19 and a Santa brunch on Nov. 28 following recent renovations.

positivelyosceola.com

Kissimmee could soon offer regional flights across Florida as Future Flight Global targets 2027 launch

KISSIMMEE, Fla. — Traveling between Kissimmee and other Florida cities could soon become faster and more convenient, thanks to a new regional air service being developed by Future Flight Global (FFG), with plans to begin operations during the first quarter of 2027. The company announced its plans Monday, November...

Kissimmee, FL · 1d

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Meet the Stars of Hallmark’s ‘Holiday Ever After’ at a Special Orlando Event!

Disney and Hallmark fans have a special holiday event to look forward to! Stars Lacey Chabert and Travis Van Winkle are heading to Orlando for an upcoming meet-and-greet celebrating their new Christmas movie, Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True. Hallmark announced the appearance on social media this...

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Accesso Advancing 650K-SF Kissimmee Entertainment Hub

Accesso is moving ahead with Ovation Orlando, a mixed-use entertainment destination that transforms a former resort into a 650,000-square-foot venue for dining, entertainment, retail and hospitality. RSP Architects is leading the master planning, architecture and design of Ovation Orlando. The project is located on the former site of the Orlando...

Kissimmee, FL · 3d

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5 Best Italian Restaurants in Orlando, Florida that Will Make You Feel Like You’re in Rome

Orlando, Florida — a city where the sun glints off lakes and glass towers, where neighborhoods bloom with murals and the laughter of families, where every street corner hums with the music of a hundred cultures. Here, the architecture is a patchwork: Spanish-tiled bungalows, mid-century motels, pastel storefronts, and the ever-present spires of theme parks that draw dreamers from every corner of the world. But beyond the neon and the fireworks, Orlando’s true magic is found in its kitchens — in the warmth of a shared meal, in the stories that simmer in every sauce, in the way food brings together newcomers and old-timers, students and snowbirds, artists and engineers, families and friends.

Orlando, FL · 4d

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Bargain Hunters Agree That This Colossal Florida Flea Market Is Better Than Costco

Somewhere between Lakeland and Winter Haven, tucked into a part of Florida that doesn’t always make the tourist brochures, International Market World in Auburndale is quietly doing something extraordinary every single weekend. It’s pulling in crowds of dedicated shoppers who have decided, collectively and enthusiastically, that this colossal flea...

Florida · 7d

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2026 Orlando Thanksgiving Dining Guide: Where to Dine, Celebrate & Order Takeout

Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, and Orlando restaurants are preparing special menus for the holiday. This year’s offerings include traditional turkey dinners, seafood buffets, Brazilian-style dining, Indian-inspired Thanksgiving specials, and holiday brunches. For those celebrating at home, there are also convenient takeout options to enjoy without spending hours in the kitchen.

Orlando, FL · 4d

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Clermont to Celebrate the Holiday Season With ’80s-Inspired “Christmas Rewind” Tree Lighting

The City of Clermont is inviting residents and visitors to step back in time and kick off the holiday season with its annual Christmas Tree Lighting celebration on Friday, December 4, from 5:30 pm to 9 pm at City Hall Park and throughout Downtown Clermont. This year’s celebration will feature...

Clermont, FL · 4d

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MAVI Bringing Two New Dining Concepts to The Sanctuary Downtown

Two neighboring restaurants in Downtown Orlando’s South Eola District have closed, with two new concepts preparing to take their places. Neveyah Sushi & Thai and Eola Lounge, located at The Sanctuary (100 S. Eola Drive), have both closed, and construction is underway on their replacements. The former Neveyah space...

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Kissimmee could soon offer faster regional flights across Florida, with electric aviation on the horizon

KISSIMMEE, Fla. — Kissimmee could soon become a gateway to faster, more convenient regional air travel across Florida, with plans underway for a new passenger service that could connect Osceola County to several major destinations beginning in 2027. Kissimmee Gateway Airport took center stage Monday, November 9, as aviation...

Kissimmee, FL · 1d

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Rock, Amor & Pizza Plans New Location in Ocoee

Rock, Amor & Pizza is planning a new restaurant at 9401 West Colonial Drive, Ocoee, FL 34761. According to records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, an application for the restaurant was filed on November 6, 2026. The project is currently listed as in process under the agency’s plan review and initial review category.

Ocoee, FL · 1d

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Some fall color: It’s the Vermilion Flycatcher

So this is third fall in a row that I have been able to photograph a male Vermilion Flycatcher here in Central Florida. I photographed one for the first time back in 2024, when it was at the Orlando Wetlands. It was considered a rare bird then, but it came back again the next year and is reported there again (though, I haven’t see it yet). It wasn’t until this past spring that I photographed a female Vermilion Flycatcher, which was also at the wetlands.