Photos: Mastodon and Lamb of God drive fans metal-thrashing mad in Orlando

Orlando went metal-thrashin' mad — on a weekday, no less — for the unbelievably heavy triple bill of Mastodon, Lamb of God and Kerry King. Fans…

By Matt Keller Lehman

Mastododon, Lamb of God and Kerry King take over Orlando Amphiltheater
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This historic fairytale home with over 60 acres is for sale near Orlando for $1.8M

A rare custom-built home fit for a fairytale is now on the market just outside of Orlando, and it comes with enough…

By Chloe Greenberg

This $1.8M historic fairytale home with over 60 acres is for sale near Orlando
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Gatorland welcomes its first-ever red fox family, saved from a fur farm

Gatorland’s newest residents are a little less scaly than their peers. The 150-acre Orlando theme park and conservation hub rescued three red…

By Zoey W. Thomas

Gatorland welcomes its first-ever red fox family, saved from a fur farm
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You can now buy an entire Florida spring for $2.7 million

It's believed Florida only has around 700 natural springs, collectively delivering nearly 8 billion gallons of fresh, near 70-degree water to the…

By Colin Wolf

You can now buy an entire Florida spring for $2.7 million
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Photos: DIIV and Horse Jumper of Love got delirious and hazy at Disney Springs

The dreamy indie-pop tripartite team of DIIV, Dutch Interior and Horse Jumper went down like a fever dream at Orlando's House of…

By Jim Leatherman

DIIV at the House of Blues
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A rare Weeki Wachee spring house hits the market for $799K

A rare spring-adjacent Florida home is for sale, and it sits on the banks of arguably one of the most touristy rivers…

By Colin Wolf

A rare Weeki Wachee spring house hits the market for $799K
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28 rain-friendly outdoor patios in Orlando

The weather may be unpredictable, but that shouldn't stop you from taking advantage of the views this summer. Luckily for locals, Orlando…

By Orlando Weekly Staff

Grape & The Grain
1110 Virginia Drive, Orlando
Grape and the Grain is a quaint neighborhood wine bar that also offers frequent live music and some killer rain-proof views.
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This Orlando mega home with its own casino and arcade is now on the market

An Orlando mega home full of extravagant add-ons and space for several families is now on the market. Located at 1125 Grand…

By Chloe Greenberg

This Orlando mega home with its own casino and arcade is now on the market
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Photos: Universal Orlando’s Mega Movie Parade, their largest daytime parade, is now open

Film-goers and Universal franchise lovers, this one's for you. Universal Orlando Resort is pumping up the heat with all new attractions and…

By Houda Eletr

Photos: Universal Orlando’s largest daytime parade Mega Movie Parade is now open
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Photos: Modern Music Movement celebrates anniversary with adventurous lineup of Orlando sounds

Orlando concert promoter Modern Music Movement celebrated 13 years on the margins over the weekend with a stacked lineup of locals at…

By Jim Leatherman

Tinnitus Rex at Ten10 Brewing
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Photos: Two Door Cinema Club's electrifying performance at Orlando's House of Blues

Two Door Cinema Club’s performance at the House of Blues over the weekend was a night to remember, marking their return to…

By Ian Suarez

Two Door Cinema Club at House of Blues
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Photos: Orlando Girls Rock Camp Showcase put the spotlight on our future stars

Orlando's Girls Rock Camp Showcase saw lots of bands, some formed only weeks ago, prove that girls really do rock. Each year,…

By Chloe Greenberg

Photos: Orlando's Girls Rock Camp Showcase put the spotlight on our future stars
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Jimmy Buffett's Florida bungalow hits the market for $7.25 million, and it comes with a music studio

A little piece of Parrothead history is now for sale in Florida. Located at 138 Root Trail in Palm Beach, the historic bungalow…

By Colin Wolf

Jimmy Buffett's Florida bungalow hits the market for $7.25 million, and it comes with a music studio
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25 classic Orlando-area dive bars everyone should grab a drink at

Orlando is constantly being updated with glitzy new eateries and hangout spots, but that doesn't mean we should forget about our humble…

By Chloe Greenberg

Wally's Bar and Liquors
1001 N Mills Ave., Orlando
Wally's has more than once brought home the title of best dive bar in Orlando, according to Orlando Weekly readers. There's a full bar, patio, darts annndd its very own liquor store. Everything a nightspot needs to supply a good time.
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Orlando rocked ‘til we dropped at Def Leppard, Journey and Cheap Trick's stadium show

Some (joyless) folks may rag on older bands for continuing past their prime, but Def Leppard and Journey’s Camping World Stadium show…

By Gabby Macogay

Def Leppard at Camping World Stadium
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Photos: Blink-182 brought 'One More Time' tour to Orlando's Kia Center

Pop-punk icons Blink-182 and emo band Pierce the Veil might have left fans wanting to “take off their pants and jacket" at…

By J.D. Casto

Blink-182 at the Kia Center
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This $22 million Mediterranean-style compound is Central Florida's most expensive home

The Orlando area's most expensive home is a sprawling Mediterranean-style estate, and it's on the market for $22,000,000. Located at 11900 and…

By Chloe Greenberg

This $22 million Mediterranean-style compound is Central Florida's most expensive home
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Melrose Pop Festival featured Orlando musicians making some righteous noise in the library

It got loud in the library (on purpose!) over the weekend when Orlandoans crowded into the downtown library to check out the…

By Jim Leatherman

Mugs and Pockets at Melrose Pop Festival
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The southernmost house of the continental U.S. is now for sale in Florida

You can't live any closer to Cuba than this. The literal southernmost house of the continental United States of America is now…

By Colin Wolf

The southernmost house of the continental U.S. is now for sale in Florida
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25 truly beachside restaurants just a drive away from Orlando

Orlando's central location makes it a perfect starting place for making your way around the Sunshine State, which means we're never too…

By Orlando Weekly Staff

Caddy's Treasure Island
9000 W. Gulf Blvd., Treasure Island
This Treasure Island restaurant located directly on the beach is the perfect spot to sink your toes into some genuine Gulf of Mexico sand. Grab a cold one, play frisbee, or simply sit back and relax with an ideal sunset view. It also has private cabanas for a more exclusive feel to your beach day.
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This $265K Florida house comes with a Cold War-era concrete bunker

A Pasco County home that comes with a great hangout spot for World War III is now up for grabs. Located at 17134 Harmony Drive…

By Colin Wolf

This $265K Florida house comes with a Cold War-era concrete bunker
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Bird Island, Central Florida's 50-acre secluded island, slashes asking price by nearly $5 million

A huge, secluded inland Florida island just got a little cheaper, so to speak. Accessible only by boat or seaplane, Bird Island,…

By Colin Wolf

Bird Island, a 50-acre off-the-grid island in Central Florida, slashes asking price by nearly $5 million
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Every Orlando-area restaurant we've reviewed so far in 2024

As new restaurants continue to make waves in Central Florida, we're working nonstop to keep up with the influx of arrivals and…

By Faiyaz Kara

The Drake
361 N. Rosalind Ave., Orlando
"On both my visits here, we started with the poofy za'atar-spiced flatbread served with a trio of delectable dips ($24) — black-eyed pea hummus with black garlic oil, tahini verde with garlic chips and, the favorite among both sets of friends, eggplant caviar with pickled peppers."
Read the full review here.
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A 'Mission to Mars'-themed mega mansion is now for sale in Central Florida for $7 million

If you're sick of what we've got going on here on Earth, this Orlando home might have just what you need. Located…

By Chloe Greenberg

A 'Mission to Mars'-themed mega mansion is now for sale in Central Florida for $7 million
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What to Expect at the Ultimate Fiesta, Tacos & Tequila 2024: Tequila, Tacos, and Endless Fun!

Get ready for the most epic fiesta of the year! Tacos & Tequila 2024 is taking over Church Street and transforming the…

By Orlando Weekly Staff

Tacos & Tequila
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This rare, nearly century-old Lake Eola Heights home filled with antiques is now for sale

A nearly 100-year-old house is now for sale in Orlando's Lake Eola Heights. Located at 517 Broadway Ave., the Spanish-style home was…

By Chloe Greenberg

This rare, nearly century-old Lake Eola Heights home filled with antiques is now for sale
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Bite30 offers $35 Multi-Course Dinners at 45+ Top Central Florida Restaurants

This is the largest Bite30 in history, featuring top Orlando restaurants with multi-course menus for just $35. Don’t miss out on Central…

By Orlando Weekly Staff

Pesto Samplera
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Country star Luke Bryan slashes over $5 million off price of his Florida beach house

Country singer and American Idol judge Luke Bryan is still looking to sell his Florida house. Located in Santa Rosa Beach, the…

By Colin Wolf

Country star Luke Bryan slashes over $5 million off the asking price of his Florida beach house
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30 small town Central Florida restaurants worth a drive from Orlando

Orlando's restaurant scene has already made waves this year, with major new eateries, celebrated chefs and a bustling foodie scene. But that…

By Orlando Weekly Staff

Goblin Market Restaurant
330 Dora Drawdy Way, Mount Dora
The Goblin Market has been serving the Mount Dora community since 1996, right in the heart of the town's historic downtown. The spot serves retro dishes like chicken avocado, a cashew chicken sandwich and a blackened pork plate.
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Dark Universe: All the rides and attractions coming to Universal Orlando's new park

Frankenstein’s monster, the Wolf Man, the Mummy and more Universal Monsters will have their own dedicated land when Epic Universe opens next…

By Chelsea Zukowski

Dark Universe: All the rides and attractions coming to Universal Orlando's new park
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