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History Bluffs

Fri., May 17, 7:30 p.m.

Breakthrough Theatre Co.

6900 Aloma Ave, Winter Park Winter Park Area

Get Tickets
$12

Comedy

The history-themed improv comedy gameshow again goes from stream to stage. Episode 115 topic is "Tropical." Three armchair historians bring you tales from history and one is bluffing. Play along to guess who it is before the reveal. 407-536-7388‬
"The Bottleneck Effect"

Wed., May 15, 6:15 p.m., Fri., May 17, 8:45 p.m., Sat., May 18, 5:15 p.m., Mon., May 20, 9:45 p.m., Wed., May 22, 6:30 p.m., Fri., May 24, 9:45 p.m. and Sun., May 26, 1:45 p.m.

Orlando Family Stage

1001 E. Princeton St., Orlando Central

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$13

Theater, Comedy, LGBTQ

The true crisis of our times is being stuck in a bottle that lacks empathy and kindness. How can 7 strangers swirling in the Bottleneck Bar faced with unexpected conflict reach the opening with humanity? Or are we all just a bunch of assholes? 352-613-8801
Orlando Girls Rock Camp: Youth Open Mic

Sat., May 18, 2 p.m.

Will's Pub

1042 N. Mills Ave., Orlando Mills 50

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free

Concerts/Events, Family

A space for young people to share their talents. Youth under 25 (and any accompanying adults) may share storytelling, poetry, comedy, music, or any form of self-expression. OGRC will provide guitars, drum kit and keyboard. Come take up space and show off your talent.
"Bangs, Bobs and Banter: Confessions of a Hairstylist"

Thu., May 16, 9:35 p.m., Sat., May 18, 3:40 p.m., Sun., May 19, 12 p.m., Tue., May 21, 5:45 p.m., Fri., May 24, 8:15 p.m. and Sun., May 26, 8:50 p.m.

Orlando Family Stage

1001 E. Princeton St., Orlando Central

Get Tickets
$6-$15

Theater

Watch Nikki juggle a cast of colorful clientele as they come through her salon, confessing their saucy, sassy, and scandalous hair-raising secrets, all in this one-woman comedy show. 407-592-7637
East Meets West Night Market

Fri., May 17, 5 p.m. and Sat., May 18, 5 p.m.

East End Market

3201 Corrine Drive, Orlando Audubon Park

Events: Markets

Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and flavors of Asia with delicious dishes from local Asian food vendors, unique art and handcrafted goods by local makers, refreshing beer, wine, and cocktails and more. 321-236-3316
Guy Harvey Meet and Greet

Fri., May 17, 5:30 p.m. and Sat., May 18, 10 a.m., 1:15 & 3:45 p.m.

SeaWorld

7007 SeaWorld Drive, Orlando I-Drive/Universal

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Events

407-363-2613
East Meets West Cocktail Class

Fri., May 17, 5:30-7 & 7:30-9 p.m. and Sat., May 18, 5:30-7 & 7:30-9 p.m.

East End Market

3201 Corrine Drive, Orlando Audubon Park

Get Tickets
$65

Events: Food & Drink

Master the art of crafting delicious cocktails using premium Suntory spirits. Intimate classes with only 15 attendees each, this is your chance to learn from the experts! 407-476-3535
Lake Eola Parking Lot Party

Fri., May 17, 6 p.m.

Lake Eola Park

North Rosalind Avenue and East Washington Street, Orlando Downtown

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Events: Food & Drink
Kathy Griffin

Fri., May 17, 7 p.m.

The Plaza Live

425 N. Bumby Ave., Orlando Milk District

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$39-$115

Comedy

407-228-1220
The Polish Ambassador, Scott Nice, Grandfather Gold

Fri., May 17, 7 p.m.

Celine Orlando

22 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando Downtown

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$10-$35

Concerts/Events
The 28th Annual Wine Quest

Fri., May 17, 7 p.m. and Sat., May 18, 6 p.m.

Caribe Royale Orlando

8101 World Center Drive, Orlando I-Drive/Universal

Get Tickets
$195-$400

Events: Food & Drink

A two-night event that combines fabulous wine and spirits, and exceptional cuisine to support Quest, Inc.'s mission of providing lifelong services for people with developmental disabilities throughout Central Florida. 407-218-4369
Bad Bunny

Fri., May 17, 7 p.m. and Sat., May 18, 7 p.m.

Kia Center

400 W. Church St., Orlando Downtown

Get Tickets
$151-$861

Concerts/Events

800-745-3000
Don Soledad Trio

Fri., May 17, 7:30 p.m.

Timucua Arts Foundation

2000 S. Summerlin Ave., Orlando South

Get Tickets
$30

Concerts/Events

407-595-2713
The Surrogate Band: The Ultimate Pink Floyd Experience and Laser Show

Fri., May 17, 7:30 p.m. and Sat., May 18, 7:30 p.m.

Athens Theatre

124 N. Florida Ave., DeLand Elsewhere

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$35-$40

Concerts/Events

3867361500
Deserted Will: Emo Cover Night

Fri., May 17, 8 p.m.

Conduit

6700 Aloma Ave., Winter Park Winter Park Area

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$10-$15

Concerts/Events

407-673-2712
Sean Holcomb, John Ashley and the Swamp Bandits, Ryan Thorne

Fri., May 17, 8 p.m.

Tuffy's Music Box

200 Myrtle Ave., Sanford Sanford

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free

Concerts/Events
Suck Brick Kid, Porch Coffin, 430 Steps, Baseine

Fri., May 17, 8 p.m.

Will's Pub

1042 N. Mills Ave., Orlando Mills 50

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$12

Concerts/Events
Franchise Players

Fri., May 17, 8 p.m.

Fredster's

1720 Fennell St., Maitland Winter Park Area

free

Concerts/Events

321-444-6331
Club 90s: Ariana Grande Night

Fri., May 17, 8:30 p.m.

House of Blues

Disney Springs, Lake Buena Vista Disney

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$15-$60

Concerts/Events

407-934-2583
Candlelight Spring: A Tribute to Taylor Swift

Fri., May 17, 9 p.m.

Azalea Lodge at Mead Botanical Garden

1300 S. Denning Drive, Winter Park Winter Park Area

Get Tickets
$46

Concerts/Events, Theater

402-249-2445
DJ Orma

Fri., May 17, 10 p.m.

The Vanguard

578 N. Orange Ave., Orlando Downtown

$30-$75

Concerts/Events

817-583-1136
Gottmik

Fri., May 17, 11 p.m. & 12:30 a.m.

Southern Nights

375 S. Bumby Ave., Orlando Milk District

LGBTQ

407-412-5039
3rd Annual Sanford's Ride To Freedom

Sat., May 18, 7 a.m.

Historic Hopper Academy

1101 Pine Ave., Sanford Sanford

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$45

Sports, Events

In celebration of Florida's Emancipation Day, this ride will take you through some incredible black communities and historic buildings that help shape Central Florida. 407-878-7836
Mid-Florida Milers Celebration Walk

Sat., May 18, 8:30 a.m.

Starbucks

715 Bloom St., Celebration Elsewhere

$4

Events, Family, Sports

The routes are through shaded streets, walkways, serene boardwalks, and residential homes. Celebration’s unique architecture was created by Disney from the best ideas and practices from yesterday’s and today’s towns. 325-668-4914
Mother and Daughter Self Defense Workshop

Sat., May 18, 9 a.m.

6 Levels MMA and Fitness Center

16112 Marsh Road, Winter Garden West

Get Tickets
$225

Family, Events

This fun workshop is created just for the mom and daughter who want to learn self defense together. 407-905-9982
Orlando Book Festival

Sat., May 18, 10 a.m.

Orlando Public Library

101 E. Central Blvd., Orlando Downtown

Literary, Events, Spring Guide

A day-long celebration of books. Panels and talks from authors from all over the state and a keynote from New York Times bestselling author Tayari Jones, author of "An American Marriage". 407-835-7323
Create Your Own Creature Workshop

Sat., May 18, 10 a.m.

Jeanine Taylor Folk Art

211 E. First St., Sanford Sanford

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$145

Art: Classes

An open studio workshop with antique assemblage artist and sculptor, Melissa Menzer. This class is designed to allow students the creative freedom to pick their subject matter while being provided with group and on one guidance. 407-323-2774
Orlando Roller Derby Doubleheader: Orlando vs. River City

Sat., May 18, 10 a.m.

Barnett Park

4801 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando West

Get Tickets
$10

Sports, Events

407-836-6248
Meet the Filmmaker: "The Cat Has Nine Lives"

Sat., May 18, 11 a.m.

Enzian Theater

1300 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland Winter Park Area

Get Tickets
$12.50

Film

Looks at the lives and friendships of four women (a fifth one is a fantasy of one of the characters) who yearn for freedom and appreciation yet find themselves disillusioned in their current situations. Katarina, a journalist, navigates the male-centric world of journalism; her French friend, Anne, is recently divorced and in limbo; Gabriele is a determined pop star; and last, the nameless wife of the cheating Stefan is caught up in domestic responsibility. 407-629-0054
FantaSci Short Film Festival

Sat., May 18, 11:30 a.m.

Dees Brothers Brewery

210 S. Magnolia Ave., Sanford Sanford

free

Film

407-732-4008