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Alex Martins Named 14th Inductee into the Orlando Magic Hall of Fame
The Orlando Magic have announced that Alex Martins, who served as the organization's CEO for 14 seasons, will be inducted into the team's Hall of Fame on March 23. During his tenure, Martins helped secure Kia Center as the team's home, oversaw the franchise's most successful business years in history, and earned recognition from the Sports Business Journal as one of the best places to work in sports. Read the full announcement here.
What Downtown Businesses Need to Know About the Penny Shortage
The U.S. is phasing out penny production entirely in early 2026, and brick-and-mortar businesses across the country are already feeling the impact as coin supplies continue to tighten. Local retailers are adapting by rounding transactions to the nearest nickel, encouraging digital payments, and offering store credit alternatives when exact change isn't available. Getting ahead of this transition now, through clear customer communication and updated cash handling practices, will go a long way in maintaining smooth operations. Read the full guidance from Withum.
Sparrow Wine Bar Named Best New Restaurant in the Foodie Awards
Good Salt Restaurant Group's newest Downtown concept, Sparrow Wine Bar & Lounge, has been recognized as Best New Restaurant by the Orlando Sentinel's Foodie Awards. The intimate North Quarter wine bar has quickly made a name for itself with its thoughtfully curated wine selection, tapas, and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Find the full feature here.
A Day of Four Sunsets | New Exhibition at the Orlando Museum of Art
The Orlando Museum of Art is presenting A Day of Four Sunsets, a new body of work by Miami-based artist Dennis Scholl that explores the poetics of space exploration through assemblages of NASA memorabilia. The exhibition takes its title from astronaut John Glenn's experience of witnessing four sunsets while orbiting Earth in 1962, weaving together themes of time, memory, and humanity's relationship with the cosmos. Learn more and plan your visit.
DTO EVENTS
Art in the Atrium Opening Reception | Florida Reflections by Valleri Ames
Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs presents Florida Reflections, an exhibition by award-winning fine art photographer Valleri Ames, opening with a free reception at 5:45 PM on Friday, March 13 at the Atrium Gallery inside the Orange County Administration Center. The exhibit captures light, water, and quiet moments across Florida's natural landscapes. The display runs through March 26, and advance registration for the reception is requested.
St. Patrick's Day Whiskey Tasting at The Drake Kitchen + Bar
The Drake Kitchen + Bar is hosting an exclusive St. Patrick's Day pre-game celebration on Monday, March 16 from 6 to 8:30 PM, featuring a guided tasting of Teeling Irish Whiskey expressions, specially crafted cocktails, and passed tapas for just $20. Guests who stay for dinner will receive 20% off their dine-in experience that evening. Reserve your spot here.
Spring Flower Festival at 4Roots Farm
The first-ever Spring Flower Festival at 4Roots Farm is taking place on Saturday, March 28 from 9 AM to 3 PM, bringing together farm-fresh cut flowers, floral crafts, U-Pick garden veggies, a Lukas Nursery plant sale, local food vendors, and more. It's a great opportunity to get outside, support local, and find some spring inspiration for your garden. Grab your tickets today.
A Night at the Catskills Variety Show at the Dr. Phillips Center
The Holocaust Memorial Resource & Education Center of Florida is bringing A Night at the Catskills Variety Show to Judson's Live at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts on Wednesday, April 29, with a matinee at 2 PM and an evening show at 7 PM. The fun music and comedy production invites guests to dust off their best 1950s or 1960s retro attire for a night of vintage-inspired entertainment. Secure your tickets for one of the shows.
DOWNTOWN VOICES
The Downtown Orlando Partnership and Downtown Development Board’s Downtown Voices series highlights unique, can’t-miss experiences in downtown Orlando. A La Cart – City, which opened in October 2025, brings together a collection of local favorites including Phat Ash Bakes, Red Panda Noodles, and Brick & Butter in an open-air food hall setting. More than a lunch or dinner spot, the space also hosts trivia nights, thrift markets, Orlando Magic watch parties, and other community-driven events that keep the calendar full and the atmosphere lively.
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