7 Fun Things To Do Around Orlando This Spring That Don't Involve Theme Parks
This spring is the perfect time to shake up your weekends, and there are still tons of awesome things to do in Orlando if you're over theme parks. From cute animal encounters to giant food festivals, your schedule will be jam-packed with amazing adventures. Check out these 7 unique activities in Central Florida for a whole new kind of fun.
108th Annual Central Florida Fair
Price: $10 online, $12 at the gate
When: Now through March 8, 2020
Address: 4603 W. Colonial Dr., Orlando, FL
Why You Need To Go: Head to the Central Florida Fair for tasty fried eats and crazy carnival rides. Hop on the Ferris wheel for an incredible view of the festival.
LunaSea Alpaca Farm
Price: $10
Address: 18810 Lone Dove Ln., Clermont, FL
Why You Need To Go: This adorable farm near Orlando is totally worth the visit. You can cuddle and play with fluffy alpacas for just a small donation.
Kelly Park/Rock Springs Run
Price: $3 per vehicle of 1-2 people, $5 per vehicle of 3-8 people, $1 per additional person over 8 people
Address: 400 E. Kelly Park Rd., Apopka, FL
Why You Need To Go: Kelly Park has some of the most spectacular natural views in the state. You can camp here for just $5.
5th Annual FORD Cuban Sandwich Festival
Price: Free admission
When: March 7, 2020
Address: 3011 Formosa Gardens Blvd., Kissimmee, FL
Why You Need To Go: If you can't make it to the Cuban sandwich fest in Tampa, head to this one happening soon near Orlando. It's going to be delicious!
Uncle Julio's Mexican From Scratch
Price: $25-30 per piñata
Address: 8409 International Dr., Orlando, FL
Why You Need To Go: You can actually crack open a piñata made of chocolate at Uncle Julio's. Watch as mini churros, fresh strawberries, and chocolate tumble out onto your plate.
Florida Strawberry Festival
Price: $10 admission
When: Now through March 8, 2020
Address: 303 BerryFest Place, Plant City, FL
Why You Need To Go: This strawberry fest near Orlando is going to be sweet. Splurge on decadent desserts and fun rides with friends.
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
Price: $19.50 admission for adults.
Address: 3755 W Seminole Blvd. Sanford, FL*
Why You Need To Go: You can visit cute monkeys and feed giraffes this spring at the Central Florida Zoo. Bring your besties for a photo-op with some furry friends.
Take a break from Disney and Universal this spring with some of these creative activities. Orlando has a lot more to offer than just theme parks, so get out there try something new.
*This story has been updated
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