Orlando North - Seminole County
Get ready to raise a glass, because the best beer tasting event in town is back at Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens on April 13, 2024. From 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. guests can sample over 30 craft beers as well as wine and seltzers, all while exploring the...
Artistic and Culinary Treasures of Seminole County: Get to Know These Black Creators By: Chauniqua Major When you think of art, what comes to mind? Paintings, sculptures, maybe even a drawing from your 5-year-old kid. But what about doughnuts, handmade soaps, or the perfect meal? Believe it or not, these...
If you are looking to have a truly haunted experience in Central Florida this Halloween season, look no further than Orlando North! Seminole County was officially founded in 1913, however, its rich history spans much farther in the past. From haunted highways to floating lights, and resident ghost cats here...
Looking for Halloween plans? Head to Wekiva Island for our annual Halloween party and costume contest. Dress to impress for a chance to win prizes and enjoy live music by The Hindu Cowboys! Wekivas Wickedest-$500 Cash & $500 Wekiva Island Gift Card 1st-$300 Cash & $200 Wekiva Island Gift Card...
Summer vacation is finally here and you have your sights set on a much-needed and well-deserved Central Florida getaway! Elaborate depictions of sugar-coated theme park adventures and salty ocean air overwhelm your sense of excitement, and rightfully so. But let’s be honest, there’s always a catch! It’s at that moment...
Whether you’re chasing sunshine this winter or planning a family-friendly summer vacation, make Central Florida your destination in 2023. In Orlando North, Seminole County, there’s something for everyone with outdoors thrills for adventurers, world-class cuisines for foodies, and more unique attractions for visitors of all ages. What are the can’t-miss...
Looking to make this holiday season merry and bright? With our event guide to all the fan-favorite holiday activities in Orlando North, Seminole County, even the Grinches of your group will start to feel the joy of the season. After all your hard work to make sure your friends and...
Orlando North, Seminole County is home to a full spectrum of local, Black-owned businesses, from fashion-forward boutiques to flavor-filled restaurants. If you’re looking for ways to support Black-owned businesses while shopping local and contributing to the Central Florida community, here’s a list to keep you busy! Check out as many...
"What do you want to do today?” If that question sends a wave of decision paralysis your way, we know the feeling. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. We recently launched our “How to Do Orlando North Like a Local” microsite to make planning a day, weekend, or longer stay in...
While Florida is known as the Sunshine State, Orlando North is known for its afternoon rainstorms, especially during the summer months. While our temps hover at moderate numbers most of the year, there are those days when it’s too sweltering hot or frosty to be outside. Whether you need a...
Hear that? Those jingling sleigh bells can only mean one thing — the holidays are (finally) here! It’s time to get excited for hot cocoa on cool nights, crossing off items on your holiday shopping list, and festive events popping up around Orlando North all season long. If you’re looking...
Something magical happens when the temperature starts to drop in Florida. Sure, sunny days by the water are still plentiful, but there’s truly no better time to visit Orlando North than in the Fall. With so many pumpkin patches and corn mazes to choose from in Seminole County, you’re sure...
Thrilling attractions, quaint trails, and tasty eateries are what make Seminole County so unique. Luckily, the fun doesn’t stop there! By checking out the local farmers’ market scene, you will be directly immersed in the thriving communities that make up Orlando North. Fill your bags with locally grown produce, handcrafted...
While Orlando is known for its tourist attractions, nightlife and dining, it’s easy to overlook the quaint communities, green landscapes, and rustic historic sites that house some of the most unique wedding venues in the area. Whatever your dream wedding entails, Seminole County has a venue to fit your requests....
In true Florida fashion, we’re getting an early start on summer fun. That means filling up those long days of sunshine with endless activities for kids, teens, families, and even couples. With beaches and theme parks just 30 minutes away, staying and playing in Orlando North keeps you close to...
It's official—the most wonderful time of the year is here. And so are holiday events! Get ready for some (socially distanced) celebrating across Orlando North and the cities of Sanford, Altamonte Springs, and Lake Mary. Here are our picks for what to do (and where to stay) in Seminole County...
If you’re seeking a venue off-site from your host hotel that embodies what’s great in formal, fanciful or laid-back Central Florida, consider the following venues that stand apart from function halls, hotels and theme parks: For an “untamed Florida” theme, there’s Black Hammock Fish Camp along the shores of Lake Jesup. The venue...
Spring Fest is Upon Us! Join us for the First Annual Hollerbach’s Spring Fest! Join us May 13th from noon through 9pm. This free to attend event is great for the entire family. Come celebrate spring weather, family, and of course, gemutlichkeit! And while you are at it, enjoy some delicious Spargel overnighted directly from...
Orlando North, Seminole County has an artsier side! Jeff Sonksen is one of many artists responsible for showcasing the beauty of Orlando North, Seminole County. Many of the unique contemporary art work seen in Downtown Sanford, the Central Florida Zoo, and the Seminole Wekiva Trail are credited to Jeff’s many talents. Jeff describes...
Just beyond Orlando’s theme parks, the real magic begins in Seminole County. Here the pristine Wekiva River awaits your exploration – one of only two rivers in the entire state of Florida designated as a National Wild & Scenic River for its outstanding scenery, recreation, geology, fish and wildlife. It’s...