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ArtWalk Orlando
Join Ace Cafe on Saturday, May 14, from 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm for ArtWalk Orlando. This event will feature local visual artists and musicians showcasing their latest work.
Orlando Farmers Market
This Sunday, May 15, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, the Orlando Farmer's Market returns. This market is much more than just your average farmers market. Find seasonal fresh produce and more. The market is dog friendly. For more information, click here.
Shen Yun 2022
Shen Yun invites you to travel back to the magical world of ancient China. On Friday, May 20, at 7:30 pm at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts' Walt Disney Theater, experience a lost culture through the incredible art of classical Chinese dance, and see legends come to life. Shen Yun makes this possible by pushing the boundaries of the performing arts, with a unique blend of stunning costuming, high-tech backdrops, and an orchestra like no other. Be prepared for a theatrical experience that will take your breath away! Get your tickets here!
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Cuisine Corner - Make Your Own Summer Rolls
On Friday, May 20, at 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm at the Orlando Public Library, celebrate AAPI Heritage Month by learning how to make delicious, refreshing and healthy Vietnamese summer rolls with chef Ha Rhoda during this hands-on class that's perfect for all ages! Reserve a spot here.
Break 4 Art
The Downtown Arts District’s “Break 4 Art” Program offers a unique entertainment experience, bringing live music and street performance. Break 4 Art encourages experienced street performers and emerging artists and provides a unique opportunity where they can display their talents. The Program’s primary goal is to strengthen and expand the identity and presence of arts, culture, and entertainment offerings in Downtown Orlando, an ever-growing cultural destination. See their next performance on Wednesday, May 18, 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at Seaside Plaza by Discover Downtown.
Florida Highwaymen Meet & Greet
On May 14 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, join the Orange County Regional History Center and 26 African American artists who found success in the segregated South of the 1950s. You’ll have an opportunity to meet the artists, hear their stories, and purchase their uniquely Florida artwork. Register for this free event here.
The Bellhop Soft-Opening
The Bellhop, an Interstruct project, is holding a soft-opening on Friday, May 13, at 8:00 pm. The Bellhop is a brand new bar and coffee shop located in the historic Angebilt Hotel. The soft-opening will feature craft cocktails and live performances.