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101 Things: It’s already February!?
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Damn, this year is going fast, and it’s time for Super Bowl parties!
101 Things: VDay Happenings
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V-Day and other sad things going on around town this month.
101 Things: 5K anyone?
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So many people running, just not sure what they are running from!
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Craft Beer Week... Month
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All the Craft Brew Fests coming to town this month and in Pt Canaveral.
Official Valentine’s Day Guide
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Bridgette helps you break up and make up with all your Valentine’s Day fears!
Corona’s Hottest Bartender(s)
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The Knight Library holds onto the title over at UCF, while Brandon lit up Downtown!
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in otown to FREEZE YOUR BUTT OFF
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12 Fifty Shades Darker
DRAMA/ROMANCE Friday, Feb. 10 Anastasia has broken off her relationship with the troubled Christian to pursue a new career in a Seattle publishing house.
13 Blind Pilot Ft. Quiet Life THE BEACHAM 46 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando Thebeacham.com Friday Feb. 10• 6 p.m. / Prices vary
14 Cupid’s Undie Run
13 BLIND PILOT FT. QUIET LIFE @ THE BEACHAM • FRIDAY FEB. 10 • 6 P.M.
01 Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras
ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE 6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando Universalorlando.com Saturday, Feb. 4- March 25• Times. / Prices vary Every night of Mardi Gras festive floats and spectacular performers parade through the streets as more than one million strands of beads are tossed into the crowd. And on select nights you can catch big-name headliners live in concert. Lasting for 50 nights, it’s the biggest party of the year—and everyone’s invited.
02 Wall St. Plaza’s Super Block Party 2017
WALL ST. PLAZA Wall St. Plaza, Orlando Wallstplaza.net Sunday, Feb. 5• 4 p.m. / Prices vary Grab a seat in front of our massive 16 ft. LED TV on Wall Street, or watch the big game inside any of our 7 bars! Block party and specials start at 4pm, Super Bowl begins at 6:30pm. FREE ENTRY!Spend the day in our home and feast on food and drink specials all game long! And make sure to get your name in our Super Bowl squares competition before kickoff for chances to win free drinks and prizes every quarter!
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03 Stephen Kellogg ft. Harrow Fair THE SOCIAL 54 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando Thesocial.org Wednesday, Feb. 8• 7:30 p.m. / Prices vary
04 Carbon Leaf ft. The Trews THE SOCIAL 54 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando Thesocial.org Thursday, Feb. 9• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
05 Orlando Magic vs. Philadelphia 76ERS
AMWAY CENTER 400 W. Church St. #200, Orlando Amwaycenter.com Thursday, Feb. 9• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
06 Aaron Lewis, The Sinner Tour HOUSE OF BLUES 1490 Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista Hob.com/Orlando Thursday, Feb. 9• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
ELIXIR 9 W. Washington St., Orlando Cupidsundierun.org Saturday Feb. 11• 12 p.m. / Prices vary Cupid’s is a party + 1 mile fun run at your own pace + more party.We encourage undies, but we get that it’s not for everyone – so just come out and have fun and raise some money for NF research!
15 Valentine’s Concert
LEU GARDENS 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando Leugardens.org Saturday Feb. 11• 7 p.m. / Prices vary Stroll arm-in-arm with your valentine in the 50-acre gardens under the starlit sky. Pack a dinner picnic full of your favorite foods and drink, alcohol is permitted, and bring seating, either chairs or blanket. Sugarbuzz Dezert Company will be selling delicious desserts and coffee.
16 Andrea Bocelli
AMWAY CENTER 400 W. Church St. #200, Orlando Amwaycenter.com Saturday Feb. 11• 8 p.m. / Prices vary
17 Run 4 Love Presented by Florida Hospital
SHOWALTER FIELD 2525 Cady Way, Winter Park Trackshack.com/events Saturday Feb. 11• 7:30 a.m. / Prices vary Single? Married? It’s complicated? This event is for everyone that has found the love of running and walking and for those just starting to look
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07 Orlando Nerd Nite
THE GEEK EASY 114 S. Semoran Blvd,Ste 6, Winter Park Orlando.nerdnite.com Thursday, Feb. 9• 7 p.m. / Prices vary Nerd Nite, formed in 2003, is an evening of entertaining yet thought-provoking presentations– all while the audience drinks along in a casual atmosphere.
08 HOB and Disco Donnie Present Excision: The Paradox Tour HOUSE OF BLUES 1490 Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista Hob.com/Orlando Friday Feb. 10• 7:30 p.m. / Prices vary
09 The Lego Batman Movie
ACTION AND ADVENTURE/ ANIMATION/COMEDY Friday, Feb.10 LEGO Batman - stars in his own big-screen adventure: “The LEGO (R) Batman Movie.” But there are big changes brewing in Gotham, and if he wants to save the city fromThe Joker’s hostile takeover, Batman may have to drop the lone vigilante thing, try to work with others and maybe, just maybe, learn to lighten up.
10 Mickey Avalon
THE SOCIAL 54 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando Thesocial.org Friday Feb. 10• 8 p.m. / Prices vary
11 The Great Gatsby WALL ST. PLAZA’S SUPER BLOCK PARTY 2017
ORLANDO SHAKES 812 E. Rollins St., Orlando Orlandoshakes.org
FIFTY SHADES DARKER • FRIDAY, FEB. 10
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NOISE • VISUALS • BALLS • MOTIVATION 18 Common Kings ft. Mayday! and Makua Rothman THE SOCIAL 54 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando Thesocial.org Saturday Feb. 11• 8 p.m. / Prices vary
19 Paws in the Park
LAKE EOLA 512 E. Washington St., Orlando Pawsinthepark.org Saturday Feb. 11• 9 a.m.-1 p.m. / Prices vary On February 11th, pet lovers from all over Central Florida will gather at beautiful Lake Eola to support the Pet Alliance’s mission to educate, shelter, place, and heal pets and their families with compassionate, responsible care.
19 PAWS IN THE PARK @ LAKE EOLA • SATURDAY, FEB. 11 • 9 A.M. - 1 P.M.
20 Race with Love
UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA REFLECTION POND 4000 Central Florida Ave., Orlando Active.com/Orlando-fl Saturday Feb. 11• 7 p.m. / Prices vary Chi Omega at the University of Central Florida will be holding its 9th Annual Race Love Wish benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Central and Northern Florida. It will be a night run with glow paint and glow sticks! Get all your neon clothes together and we look forward to seeing you all there!
25 Pride Skate
SEMORAN SKATEWAY 2670 Cassel Creek Blvd., Casselberry Orlandoweeklytickets.com Sunday, Feb. 12• 5-7:30 p.m. / Prices vary We’re back!!! Lace up your skates and join us for PRIDE SKATE, a night to celebrate the unity of our entire community…on roller skates!
21 UCF Men’s Basketball vs. UCONN CFE ARENA 12777 Gemini Blvd., N., Orlando Cfearena.com Saturday Feb. 11• 5 p.m. / Prices vary
Rusticvalendine.eventbrite.com Tuesday, Feb.14• 6-9 p.m. / Prices vary Have you been searching for an unforgettable Valentine’s Day dinner? Then come to BTN to dine under the stars and oaks on our beautiful, wildlife refuge. Meet and greet with some of our guest wildlife ambassadors while you enjoy a spectacular sunset cocktail hour with specialty hors d’ ouevres. Relax by the fire pit, while listening to soft, live music from violinist Brianna Shirin. Enjoy the ambient lighting and decor or take a walk on BTN’s wildlife trails before dinner is served at 7:30pm.This all-inclusive evening features a gourmet buffet by Local Chef Catering which goes hand in hand with the unique and antique, rustic decor setting by Rustic Events & Design. Reserve your seat for $50 per person/$75 per couple
30 Annual Chocolate and Beer Pairing
Annual Chocolate and Beer Pairing ORLANDO BREWING 1301 Atlanta Ave., Orlando Orlandobrewing.com Tuesday, Feb.14• 3-10 p.m. / Prices vary Join us for our Annual Valentine’s Day Chocolate and Beer Pairing! Come in any time on Valentine’s Day (3pm-10pm) and enjoy a self-guided sampling of organic brews and locally made chocolates. Limited availability, so be sure to pre purchase at OrlandoBrewing.com
22 6th Annual Dragon Parade Lunar New Year Festival 2017
ORLANDO FASHION SQUARE MALL 3201 E. Colonial Dr., Orlando Centralfloridadragonparade.org Saturday Feb. 11• 11 a.m.-5 p.m. / Prices vary The Year of the Rooster marks the 6th annual Central Florida Dragon Parade held in Orlando, Florida. The festivity has received overwhelming response from local and far away communities alike.This year, Asia Trend Magazine is partnering with Mills 50 (Orlando Mainstreet District), R.E.A.C.H. (Recognizing Educating Asian Cultural Heritage) and Y.E.S.S. (Youth Enrichment and Senior Services) to join forces to host the Dragon Parade Lunar New Year Festival on February 11 from 11:00am to 5:00pm
31 Blow Your Load on Valentine’s Day
18 COMMON KINGS FT. MAYDAY! AND MAKUA ROTHMAN
32 Annual Broken Heart Bash
23 Farruko
26 Reggae Love Fest 2017
24 Kingdom Hearts: Love By Midnight 2017
27 Valentine’s Music Festival
HOUSE OF BLUES 1490 Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista Hob.com/Orlando Saturday Feb. 11• 9 p.m. / Prices vary
HARD ROCK 6050 Universal Blvd., Orlando Hardrock.com Sunday, Feb. 12• 6:30 p.m. / Prices vary
THE GEEK EASY 114 S. Semoran Blvd,Ste 6, Winter Park Mygeekeasy.com Saturday Feb. 11• 9 p.m. / Prices vary Tiny Waves invites you to The Geek Easy for the return of our flagship Valentine’s Day event! Dance the night away with your Dearly Beloved DJs.
WILL’S PUB 1042 N. Mills Ave., Orlando Willspub.org Tuesday, Feb.14• 7-10 p.m. / Prices vary
GRAFFITI JUNKTION COLLEGE PARK 2401 Edgewater Dr., Orlando Graffitijunktion.com Tuesday, Feb.14• 7 p.m. / Prices vary Its Graffiti Junktion Annual Broken Heart Bash where we gather for great drinks, great food and great fun. Its just not for the single bunch, if you are looking for a fun date night we are having drink specials all night long and Trivia Night with Mike G at 8pm!
CFE ARENA 12777 Gemini Blvd., N., Orlando Cfearena.com Sunday, Feb. 12• 7 p.m. / Prices vary Featuring performances by Keith Sweat, Bobby Brown, El Debarge, and Avant!
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28 Pre-Galentine’s Day
THE CLOAK & BLASTER 875 Woodbury Rd. STE 108, Orlando Cloakandblaster.com Sunday, Feb. 12• 4 p.m. / Prices vary It’s that time again ...We’re celebrating the wonderful ladies in our lives! While Galentine’s Day is traditionally celebrated on the 13th, we’re celebrating a day early (we’re closed on Mondays.) So join us with your gal pals and treat yourself to a special menu and treats for all Galentine’s reserved parties!
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29 Rustic ValenDine
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reggae love fest 2017 feat. tessanne chin, freddie mcgregor & more
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ben harper & the innocent criminals
COMING SOON tru tv impractical jokers ‘santiago
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sent us’ tour
3/17
starring the tenderloins
2/17
classic albums live fleetwood mac rumours
2/26 rick springfield 3/7
richard marx solo acoustic
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tru tv impractical jokers ‘santiago sent us’ tour
starring the tenderloins
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bryan ferry
classic albums live the beatles
abbey road
3/19 franco de vita 4/7
jay leno
with special guest
robin zander
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steve winwood
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bush
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sebastian maniscalco
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45 8th Annual Northwestern Mutual Orlando Chili Cook-off
ORLANDO FESTIVAL PARK 2911 E. Robinson Street, Orlando Orlandoweeklytickets.com Saturday Feb. 18• 12-6 p.m. / Prices vary Tasty chili samples from over 80 different chili booths! Live music all day, sponsor promotional give-aways, raffle items, MASSIVE kids zone, The World Chili Eating Challenge and MORE!
46 Color In Motion 5K
51 5K COLOR BLAST @ BILL FREDERICK PARK • SUNDAY, FEB. 19 • 3 P.M.
33 Orlando Magic Valentine’s Pajama Party
THE CLOAK & BLASTER 875 Woodbury Rd. STE 108, Orlando Cloakandblaster.com Tuesday, Feb.14• 6 p.m. / Prices vary It’s Valentine’s Day, and what better way to celebrate romance (or your loathing of it) than with comfortable pajamas, all-night cartoons, and breakfast food specials? Well, tavel down to your friendly local neighborhood pub in your pajamas to do just that!
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40 American Fable
DRAMA/MYSTERY & SUSPENSE Friday, Feb. 27 AMERICAN FABLE is a fairytale thriller set in the 1980s Midwest farm crisis about a courageous girl living in a dark and sometimes magical world.When 11-year-old Gitty discovers that her beloved father is hiding a wealthy man in her family’s silo in order to save their struggling farm, she befriends the captive in secret and is forced to choose between saving the man’s life and protecting her family from the consequences of their
34 Love & Comedy: A Night of Foolery & Melody THE ABBEY 100 S. Eola Dr., Orlando Abbeyorlando.com Tuesday, Feb.14• 6 p.m. / Prices vary
BILL FREDERICK PARK 3401 s. Hiawassee Rd., Orlando Colorinmotion5k.com Saturday Feb. 18• 9 a.m. / Prices vary
47 Quack Attack on Poverty 5k
HARBOR PARK Lake Baldwin., Orlando Quackattack.org Saturday Feb. 18• 8 a.m. / Prices vary Quack Attack on Poverty 5k presented by The Orlando Solar Bears is a professionally-timed race for runners, joggers and walkers of all ages and abilities.This unique event requires participants to wear an inflatable duck-shaped pool float through a 3.1 mile course featuring bubble, squirt gun and quack zones.
48 The Expendables
HOUSE OF BLUES 1490 Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista Hob.com/Orlando Saturday Feb. 18• 7:30 p.m. / Prices vary
49 Mardi Gras Street Party/Sashay
35 Orlando Magic vs. San Antonio Spurs
AMWAY CENTER 400 W. Church St. #200, Orlando Amwaycenter.com Wednesday, Feb. 15• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
WEST END TRADING CO. 202 South Sanford Ave., Sanford Mealsetc.org Saturday Feb. 18• 2-5 p.m. / Prices vary Hosted by Meals On Wheels, enjoy New Orleans Fare: Jambalaya, New Orleans Bread Pudding, Kid Dutch and the Perserance Brass Band, Hula Hoopers, Face Painting, Balloon Man, Tons of local vendors, Food Trucks, AND “Mardi Paws” Costume Contest.Sashay begins at 2pm at the corner of 6th Steet & Sanford Ave.
36 Upright Citizens Brigade- Touring Company
50 UCF Women’s Basketball vs. East Carolina
DR. PHILLIPS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando Drphillipscenter.org Wednesday, Feb. 15• 7:30 p.m. / Prices vary TourCo brings the best improv comedians from the legendary Upright Citizens Brigade Theatres in New York and Los Angeles to new audiences all around the country.
37 Jamestown Revival & The Record Company
THE SOCIAL 54 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando Thesocial.org Thursday, Feb. 16• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
38 Orlando Solar Bears vs. Norfolk Admirals
AMWAY CENTER 400 W. Church St. #200, Orlando Amwaycenter.com Thursday, Feb. 16• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
39 Healthcare Industry Night
WORLD OF BEER DOWNTOWN 431 E. Central Blvd., Orlando Hcconnect.com Thursday, Feb. 16• 5-8 p.m. / Prices vary Join us for a Healthcare networking experience at World of Beer in Downtown Orlando.We are excited to have our event at such a beautiful venue overlooking Lake Eola. Our events at World of Beer have always been a great night! Healthcare Industry Night is an upscale networking event designed specifically for the healthcare industry. Each event is held at a casual, yet classy venue, which brings together successful and motivated healthcare
34 LOVE & COMEDY @ THE ABBEY • TUE, FEB.14 • 6 P.M. actions.
41 Classic Albums Live: Fleetwood Mac “Rumors” HARD ROCK 6050 Universal Blvd., Orlando Hardrock.com Friday Feb. 17• 8 p.m. / Prices vary
CFE ARENA 12777 Gemini Blvd., N., Orlando Cfearena.com Saturday Feb. 18• 1 p.m. / Prices vary
51 5K Color Blast
BILL FREDERICK PARK 3401 s. Hiawassee Rd., Orlando 5kcolorblast.com Sunday, Feb. 19• 3 p.m. / Prices vary
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42 Orlando Solar Bears vs. Norfolk Admirals
AMWAY CENTER 400 W. Church St. #200, Orlando Amwaycenter.com Friday Feb. 17• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
43 The Molly Ringwalds
HOUSE OF BLUES 1490 Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista Hob.com/Orlando Friday Feb. 17• 7:30 p.m. / Prices vary
44 The Comedy Get Down AMWAY CENTER 400 W. Church St. #200, Orlando Amwaycenter.com
ORLANDO CHILI COOK-OFF @ ORLANDO FESTIVAL PARK
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taking over downtown Orlando’s best bars and bringing one of the wildest party holidays to central Florida. Are you game?
62 Viceroy ft. Rainer + Grimm THE SOCIAL 54 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando Thesocial.org Friday, Feb. 24• 10 p.m. / Prices vary
63 Drifter
HORROR/MYSTERY & SUSPENSE Friday, Feb. 24 A pair of outlaw brothers are held captive in a desolate town run by a small family of psychotic cannibalistic lunatics and their sadistic Mayor.
64 Orlando Rocks!
HOUSE OF BLUES 1490 Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista Hob.com/Orlando Friday, Feb. 24• 7:30 p.m. / Prices vary
65 Orlando Rocks Country!
67 LOCAL BREWS LOCAL GROOVES: CRAFT BEER & MUSIC FEST @ HOB • SATURDAY, FEB. 25 • 4 P.M.
52 Orlando Solar Bears vs. Norfolk Admirals
55 WWE NXT Live
CFE ARENA 12777 Gemini Blvd., N., Orlando Cfearena.com Wednesday, Feb. 22• 5 p.m. / Prices vary
AMWAY CENTER 400 W. Church St. #200, Orlando Amwaycenter.com Monday, Feb. 19• 1:30 p.m. / Prices vary
56 Orlando Solar Bears vs. Atlanta Gladiators
53 Lolo
THE SOCIAL 54 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando Thesocial.org Tuesday, Feb. 21• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
AMWAY CENTER 400 W. Church St. #200, Orlando Amwaycenter.com Wednesday, Feb. 22• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
54 AJR
THE SOCIAL 54 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando Thesocial.org Wednesday, Feb. 22• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
57 Orlando Magic vs. Portland Trail Blazers
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AMWAY CENTER 400 W. Church St. #200, Orlando Amwaycenter.com Thursday, Feb. 23• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
58 Color the Knights Glow 5k & Fun Run
EAST RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL 13322 Excalibur Rd, Clermont Colortheknights.com Friday, Feb. 24• 6 p.m. / Prices vary Welcome to the Color the Knights 2017 as we Light Up the Knights! It’s Glow Time! The Color Knights 5k & Fun Run is a five-kilometer, un-timed glow run around the East Ridge High School Campus at night time. One thousand participants are expected to be doused from head to toe in different neon colors at each turn.
HOUSE OF BLUES 1490 Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista Hob.com/Orlando Friday, Feb. 24• 7:30 p.m. / Prices vary
66 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend
EPCOT 200 Epcot Center Drive, Orlando Rundisney.com Friday, Feb. 24• 6 a.m. / Prices vary Here’s a royal opportunity for everyone to share the magic during the Disney Princess 5K run through Epcot. Princesses (age 5 or older) and their families are invited to take part in all the racing fun on a spectacular course winding through Epcot’s amazing Future World and then on to international World Showcase.The run wraps up with a memory-making storybook finish perfect for a Princess and her royal court. Beginners, intermediates, even experienced racers are invited to share the magic in the Disney Princess 5K.
67 Local Brews Local Grooves: Craft Beer & Music Fest
HOUSE OF BLUES 1490 Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista Hob.com/Orlando Saturday, Feb. 25• 4 p.m. / Prices vary
68 Romp in the Swamp
HARBOR PARK 4990 New Broad St.., Orlando Baldwinparkevents.com Saturday, Feb. 25• 8 a.m. / Prices vary
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59 Devendra Banhart
THE BEACHAM 46 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando Thebeacham.com Friday, Feb. 24• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
60 Orlando Solar Bears vs. Atlanta Gladiators
AMWAY CENTER 400 W. Church St. #200, Orlando Amwaycenter.com Friday, Feb. 24• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
61 Bar Crawl Nation: Mardi Gras
LOLO @ THE SOCIAL • TUESDAY, FEB. 21 • 7 P.M.
WALL ST. PLAZA Wall St. Plaza, Orlando Barcrawlnation.com Friday, Feb. 24• 8 p.m. / Prices vary Get your party beads and feathered masks ready for Mardi Gras! We’re
AJR @ THE SOCIAL • WED, FEB. 22 • 7 P.M.
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83 OKEECHOBEE MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL • SUNSHINE GROVE • THURSDAY - SUNDAY, MARCH 2 - 5 69 9th Annual Downtown Food and Wine Fest
72 Orlando Magic vs Atlanta Hawks
LAKE EOLA PARK Robinson Street, Orlando Downtownfoodandwinefest.cbslocal.com Saturday-Sunday, Feb. 25-26• 7 p.m. / Prices vary Located in the heart of downtown Orlando at Lake Eola on Robinson Street, the 9th Annual Downtown Food & Wine Fest features mouth-watering dishes from over 30 of Orlando’s premier restaurants, 50 domestic and international wines, and live entertainment.
70 Harlem Globetrotters
AMWAY CENTER 400 W. Church St. #200, Orlando Amwaycenter.com Saturday, Feb. 25• 12 p.m. / Prices vary
AMWAY CENTER 400 W. Church St. #200, Orlando Amwaycenter.com Saturday, Feb. 25• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
73 Jonathan Richman
THE SOCIAL 54 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando Thesocial.org Sunday, Feb. 26• 5:30 p.m. / Prices vary
74 Christian Lopez and Christina Wagner
WILL’S PUB 1042 N. Mills Ave., Orlando Willspub.org Sunday, Feb. 26• 8 p.m. / Prices vary
71 Donna The Buffalo
THE SOCIAL 54 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando Thesocial.org Saturday, Feb. 25• 8 p.m. / Prices vary
75 Rick Springfield
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80 1st Thursdays: The Finer Things
ORLANDO MUSEUM OF ART 2416 N. Mills Ave., Orlando Omart.org Thursday, March 2• 7 p.m. / Prices vary From 6-9 pm on the first Thursday of each month, Central Florida has an opportunity to discover local artists, listen to live music and mingle with an eclectic mix of people.There are cash bars serving wine, beer, soft drinks and water, and café offerings from area restaurants. Celebrate the finer things in life! Be it luxury, love or lavish treats, show us what you think are the finest things!
81 105th Annual Central Florida Fair CENTRAL FLORIDA FAIR 4603 W. Colonial Dr., Orlando Tickets.centralfloridafair.com Thursday-Sunday, March 2-5• Times / Prices vary
82 Orlando Solar Bears vs. Greenville Swamp Rabbits
HARD ROCK 6050 Universal Blvd., Orlando Hardrock.com Sunday, Feb. 26• 8 p.m. / Prices vary
AMWAY CENTER 400 W. Church St. #200, Orlando Amwaycenter.com Thursday, March 2• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
76 Orlando Solar Bears vs. Atlanta Gladiators
83 Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival
AMWAY CENTER 400 W. Church St. #200, Orlando Amwaycenter.com Sunday, Feb. 26• 1:30 p.m. / Prices vary
SUNSHINE GROVE 12517 NE 91st Ave., Okeechobee Okeechobeefest.com Thursday-Sunday, March 2-5• Times / Prices vary
77 311
HOUSE OF BLUES 1490 Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista Hob.com/Orlando Tuesday, Feb. 28• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
78 CAB Comedy Presents: Whitney Cummings
CFE ARENA 12777 Gemini Blvd., N., Orlando Cfearena.com Tuesday, Feb. 28• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
79 Orlando Magic vs New York Knicks RICK SPRINGFIELD @ HARD ROCK • SUN, FEB. 26
AMWAY CENTER 400 W. Church St. #200, Orlando Amwaycenter.com Wednesday, March 1• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
77 311 @ HOUSE OF BLUES • TUE, FEB. 28 • 7 P.M.
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Saturday, March 4• 4 p.m. / Prices vary Put on your purple and join a few thousand of your fellow City fans as we crawl from Orlando City Stadium, where you will get to party in the stadium concourse and look out over the pitch, then continue onto our City Pubs, Elixir and Wall St. Plaza. Each participant will get three drinks and a ticket to a select Orlando City match during the 2017 MLS season.
95 9th Annual Fiddler’s Green 5k
85 EL TEN ELEVEN @ THE SOCIAL • FRIDAY, MARCH 3 • 8 P.M.
84 Logan
ACTION AND ADVENTURE Friday, March 3 Wolverine (Hugh Jackman) returns for another explosive adventure in this sequel from 20th Century Fox and Marvel Studios.
85 El Ten Eleven
THE SOCIAL 54 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando Thesocial.org Friday, March 3• 8 p.m. / Prices vary
87 George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic
96 Divas and Dudes 5k
88 Orlando Magic vs Miami Heat
97 Orlando City SC vs New York City FC
HOUSE OF BLUES 1490 Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista Hob.com/Orlando Friday, March 3• 7:30 p.m. / Prices vary AMWAY CENTER 400 W. Church St. #200, Orlando Amwaycenter.com Friday, March 3• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
86 Omni Fandom Expo 2017
THE FLORIDA HOTEL AND CONFERENCE CENTER 1500 Sand Lake Rd., Orlando Omniexpo.com Friday-Sunday, March 3-5• 7:30 p.m. / Prices vary Omni Fandom Expo (formerly OMNI EXPO) is back in Orlando for Year 4!We will be March 3-5, 2017 atThe Florida Hotel & Conference Center, and we look forward to seeing everyone!In 2015 we had an awesome time with the cast of Attack on Titan as well as with Jedi actresses Nalini Kirshan and Orli Shoshan. For 2016 we had a variety of guests across the genres including How It Should Have Ended, Dino Thunder Power Rangers, SFX Makeup Artist RJ Haddy, and voice actors Brian Beacock, Paul St. Peter, and Austin Tindle, and lots of fun at the events like the Crystal Carnevale Ball, Shadowfax’s Suicide Karaoke, the Star Central Dance Tournament, the Masquerade Costume Contest, and more!
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MEAD GARDEN 1500 S. Denning Drive, Winter Park Fiddsgives.org Saturday, March 4• 7:30 a.m. / Prices vary The 9th Annual Fiddler’s 5K race is a fun run/walk to be held on March 4th, 2017.The event is hosted by Fiddler’s Green Irish Pub of Winter Park Fl.We start the race at 7:30 am on March 4th, 2017 from Mead Garden, ran though beautiful Winter Park, and returned to Mead Garden. There is an Awards Presentation at 8:45 am. From there, the runners were invited back for a beer and some fun at Fiddler’s Green Irish Pub. Did we mention there will be free beer? Every entrant over 21 will receive a free beer after the run/walk.
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LEU GARDENS 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando Leugardens.org Friday, March 3• 7:30 p.m. / Prices vary Enjoy an outdoor movie in a beautiful garden. Blankets or chairs are recommended.You may bring a dinner picnic basket.Alcohol is permitted. This movie is rated PG13. Under 13 years of age requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
90 Third Annual Eat Local Sip Local Stroll
AUDUBON PARK GARDEN DISTRICT 3201 Corrine Drive, Orlando Audubonparkgardens.com Saturday, March 4• 2-5 p.m. / Prices vary Enjoy the very best of local food and farming as APGD brings you the freshest local bites, paired with Redlight Redlight selected boutique wines and craft beer.We’ll also have a few interactive stops where you’ll get to meet the local food purveyors who are building a great culinary scene in Central Florida.
91 6th Annual Sham Rock N’ Run ST. LUKE’S LUTHERAN CHURCH 2021 W. SR 426, Oviedo Hopehelps.org Saturday, March 4• 8 a.m. / Prices vary
OSPREY PARK 5100 Town Center Blvd, Orlando Divasanddudes5k.itsyourrace.com Sunday, March 5• 7:30 a.m. / Prices vary
ORLANDO CITY SOCCER STADIUM 618 E. South St. #510, Orlando Orlandocitysc.com Sunday, March 5• 5 p.m. / Prices vary
98 Orlando Magic vs New York Knicks
AMWAY CENTER 400 W. Church St. #200, Orlando Amwaycenter.com Saturday, March 6• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
99 Moose Blood ft. Trophy Eyes, Boston Manor, and A Will Away THE SOCIAL 54 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando Thesocial.org Saturday, March 6• 8 p.m. / Prices vary
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HOUSE OF BLUES 1490 Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista Hob.com/Orlando Sunday, March 5• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
101 Richard Marx: Solo Acoustic HARD ROCK 6050 Universal Blvd., Orlando Hardrock.com
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LAKE EOLA Lake Eola Park, Orlando Orlando.bestdamnrace.com Saturday, March 4• 7:25 a.m. / Prices vary Best Damn Race ® is a running series created for runners by runners. Our goal is to provide a big race experience at a local race price. It doesn’t matter if you are an elite runner, first timer, walker, or using a baby jogger, we want you to have the best DAMN race experience.
93 Orlando Solar Bears vs. Greenville Swamp Rabbits AMWAY CENTER 400 W. Church St. #200, Orlando Amwaycenter.com Saturday, March 4• 7 p.m. / Prices vary
94 City’s Kickoff Week Pub Crawl FRIDAY, MARCH 3
CHURCH STREET 655 Church Street W., Orlando Orlandocitysc.com
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THE 5th Annual Sample 16 of the Tastiest American Craft Brews at 16 of your Favorite
Saturday, Feb 11th
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VALENTINE’S DAY DATING GUIDE
COMPLETE V-DAY DATING GUIDE at AXISMAGAZINE.com
V-DAY love is in the air...
even if you just love yourself... we got your date
- Bridgette Norris
GOT A HOT DATE? Whether you love or hate the “holiday”, if you have a significant other, chances are you will be celebrating the alleged day dedicated to love. Here are some options if your heart is full of love but your wallet is empty. Get Sentimental
While this is very vague, being sweet and thoughtful should be easy and inexpensive. If it isn’t so easy for you and you need examples, think about the first time you met or the first date you took and relive it.You could make a scavenger hunt of all the places or things they always talk about wanting to do like driving to the beach for sunset, going to the zoo, trying out a new bar or riding the swan boats at Lake Eola.
Go on a picnic
This is the most cliche option but people love picnics! Pack some sandwiches, a bottle of wine or a 6-pack and it truly is a date. Bring flowers, candy and candles if you are feelings like making it a little extra special.
Cook dinner at home together
Assuming your significant other enjoys to cook, this is an inexpensive, romantic way to treat them to a yummy meal. You should decide on food that you know they will like, pick up ingredients ahead of time and take care of the dishes afterwards.
Groupon
This can seem tacky or cheap but if they really want to do whatever you decide on, it won’t matter. Groupon and other discounted websites offer several cheap ticket and event prices.
or GOING SOLO? While being single definitely feels like the minority, it probably isn’t or so everyone says. Here are some ideas on how to celebrate the day of love even if you are riding solo. Throw a happy hour for your girlfriends
Break out the black clothing, embrace your “love sucks” attitude and have a singles night out. Plan to start with a themed pre-game before heading out because this isn’t just another night. It’s a night where plenty of singles who are ready to mingle will be out and about. Have a girls’ night inello Museum of American Art Meet for a happy hour after work then instead of going out, and then just stay in. You’ll save money and protect yourself from all the thirsty singles.
Go all out and celebrate by your lonesome
TREAT YO’ SELF. Spend the day pampering yourself, going on a date alone and seriously doing whatever you want to do. As you probably don’t want to be reminded, you don’t have anyone to check in with so take advantage of that.
Do Absolutely Nothing!
This day of love is made to be a huge deal by some people but in reality, it is just an ordinary day for many people.
some ideas...
Annual Chocolate and Beer Pairing
Annual Chocolate and Beer Pairing ORLANDO BREWING 1301 Atlanta Ave., Orlando Orlandobrewing.com Tuesday, Feb.14 • 3-10 p.m. / Prices vary Join us for our Annual Valentine’s Day Chocolate and Beer Pairing! Come in any time on Valentine’s Day (3pm-10pm) and enjoy a self-guided sampling of organic brews and locally made chocolates. Limited availability, so be sure to pre purchase at OrlandoBrewing.com
Love & Comedy: A Night of Foolery & Melody THE ABBEY 100 S. Eola Dr., Orlando Abbeyorlando.com Tuesday, Feb.14 • 6 p.m. / Prices vary If you are in a relationship, single, or sleeping around, it doesn’t matter…this is a show for everyone that loves comedy and music. Four comics, two singers, and a full night of entertainment!
Rustic ValenDine
BACK TO NATURE WILDLIFE REFUGE 10525 Clapp Simms Duda Rd., Orlando Rusticvalendine.eventbrite.com Tuesday, Feb.14• 6-9 p.m. / Prices vary Have you been searching for an unforgettable Valentine’s Day dinner? Then come to BTN to dine under the stars and oaks on our beautiful, wildlife refuge. Meet and greet with some of our guest wildlife ambassadors while you enjoy a spectacular sunset cocktail hour with specialty hors d’ ouevres. Relax by the fire pit, while listening to soft, live music from violinist Brianna Shirin. Enjoy the ambient lighting and decor or take a walk on BTN’s wildlife trails before dinner is served at 7:30pm.This all-inclusive evening features a gourmet buffet by Local Chef Catering which goes hand in hand with the unique and antique, rustic decor setting by Rustic Events & Design. Reserve your seat for $50 per person/$75 per couple
Annual Broken Heart Bash GRAFFITI JUNKTION COLLEGE PARK (and other locations) 2401 Edgewater Dr., Orlando Graffitijunktion.com Tuesday, Feb.14 • 7 p.m. Its Graffiti Junktion Annual Broken Heart Bash where we gather for great drinks, great food and great fun. Its just not for the single bunch, if you are looking for a fun date night we are having drink specials all night long and Trivia Night with Mike G at 8pm!
$3 JAGER $3 JAGER SHOTS SHOTS & SPECIALS &ALL SPECIALS NITE! ALL NITE!
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