We attended a birthday party here and had such a great time. The kids got to do two hands-on…read morescience experiments, and everyone was completely engaged -- my kid was still talking about it days later. After the experiments, we were free to explore the entire science center, and there's so much to see that we could have stayed for hours longer. The T-Rex theater show was the highlight -- genuinely amazing, and just as fun for the adults as it was for the kids. The staff really made the day. Every person we interacted with was helpful, courteous, and clearly enjoyed being there. Everything ran smoothly from start to finish. Highly recommend this place, whether you're going for a party or just visiting for the day. We'll definitely be back.

Adults-Only Science Night Live was a BLAST!…read more This was my husband and my second time at Orlando Science Center and I gotta say we love the adults-only nights. This time, we stayed basically from open to close, and while we definitely didn't manage to do EVERYTHING, there was plenty to keep us entertained the entire evening. Parking was a little confusing based on the event information, but we arrived about 15 minutes before opening and found a spot pretty easily. We waited maybe 10 minutes to get inside, so overall entry was very smooth. HOT TIP: If you're sensitive to loud noises, earplugs are a good call. There was a dedicated DJ music area in the dinosaur exhibit, but other places were maybe a bit too loud, too, but still so fun! The Optical Illusions exhibit was probably one of my favorite parts-- There were so many fun photo opportunities, and even the house of mirrors was a blast -- coming from someone who is absolutely not usually a house-of-mirrors person. We also stopped in one of the hands-on areas and played with a circuit activity, did trivia, explored the exhibits and caught Kaboom (a fun show, but YES, earplugs are a must there). Trivia was also a great little break in the night. We grabbed drinks, sat down and played a round. I loved that they had a no-phones-at-the-table rule. If your phone came out, you were disqualified until the next round, which made everything feel much more fair. Food and drink prices were surprisingly reasonable for a special event. A beer was around $5-$6, and a big cookie from a local vendor (Sapanguita--the BEST) was around $4-$5 -- definitely better than what I'd expect to pay at a concert or sporting event. I also loved that several of the food options came from local businesses. HOT TIP: One thing to keep in mind if you have accessibility or mobility concerns: getting between floors via elevator can take some time, especially when they're crowded. I'd build a little extra time into your plans rather than trying to race from one scheduled activity to another. Speaking of scheduled activities: GET YOUR SHOW TICKETS EARLY! Both Kaboom and the laser show required tickets during our event, and it sounded like you could grab tickets for your preferred showtime near the beginning of the night. We got very lucky and snagged some of the last Kaboom tickets, and only made it into the laser show because other guests turned theirs back in. The one thing I'd personally skip next time was the laser show. The concept was cool, but ours was around 45 minutes long and ended after midnight. From where we were sitting, I felt like I was craning my neck quite a bit and the lasers eventually started bothering my eyes. Even with earplugs, it was still pretty loud, too. It also didn't feel especially easy to leave once the show started because of the dark theater and needing to exit up the stairs! The soundtrack was very '90s rock/grunge, which my husband recognized and enjoyed much more than I did. Overall, though, this was a really enjoyable night and I'd absolutely consider doing another adults-only event here -- especially if there were a new temporary exhibit to explore.

A wonderful commemorative mural in the overflow parking lot for track shack off of Mills Ave. It's…read morealways nice to see not just artistic murals but ones with a meaningful purpose as well! This one is a tribute to the Pulse incident and shows our city's pride and solidarity despite the things we've faced. This one is located next to another beautiful mural across the way from the main track shack building in their 'overflow' lot. They don't have much parking on site so this lot is where most people park anyways so it's super easy to get to and take a snap. Overall: A++ Love this meaningful and well done mural!!

On June 12, 2016 hate and anger reared its ugly head in my city. I am still processing my feelings…read moreas it was such a shock to me that something like this can happen. I know I will never truly understand it and it will forever live in my mind, heart and soul. But, what I am taking from it is nothing but love. I will continuously pray for those lost, their loved ones and our city as a whole. I am so very grateful to live in a city that is so inclusive and supportive and we are truly blessed to see the outpouring of love and respect that has risen from this terrible time. I adore this brand new addition to our loving city so that we keep this reminder close; that Love will ALWAYS win! Graffiti artists, Luce Sky and HepsFury have made this gorgeous tribute mural on the southern side of Pho Hoa. Go check it out and support our City Beautiful!

I went to an event Pet Pool Party in the Marilyn L. Mennello Sculpture Garden at The Mennello…read moreMuseum. 'Pools in the Park' was Free Admission sponsored by Valley National Bank. I did not bring my dogs because it was super hot and I had a few stops in this area. I arrived near the end of the event to see if this was something I could share with my dogs. I saw lots of happy owners and pups (some wet.). They had great raffles and fun tents to experience with your pet. Full disclosure I have been a member of Mennello in the past and attended their folk music events. I really like that they have events that empower patrons to participate in art, music and the community. They have another Pet event in Fall 2025.

If you have 20-30 minutes to kill and want to be in air-conditioning, this is a nice small place to…read moresee curated art. Admission is $8, although there are discounts that bring it down to $3-5. I'd say $5 is about right for the time you spend here. The staff were very nice and the permanent exhibits were great to see. The majority of the museum is dedicated to the childlike folk art of Earl Cunningham. The paintings are well lit and feature bright colors and really convey feelings of joy. Besides that, there are wonderful bronze sculptures as well as a few pieces from other artists. There's also the grounds of the museum that have several outdoor installations. We paid $8 a piece and were done in about 20 minutes but I did enjoy myself and felt I contributed to the arts in Orlando.

"A photo does not always have to be technically perfect and a masterpiece. After all, life is not…read moreand yet we find it wonderful. " - Nina Hrusa July 8, 2021 Mesmerized by Snap!'s Exhibit of Martin Stranka. It was a gloomy & rainy day that day, but I was so happy to finally see this artist's and photographer's exhibit after viewing it online. A solo exhibition by award-winning international photographer, Martin Stranka, in collaboration with Forbes Magazine.

The Snap! Gallery is an ever changing art space with three galleries located in the Camden 420 East…read moreChurch building. The gallery is free entry to visitors Monday thru Friday until 6pm. The opening art exhibit are world class and occasionally feature local artists. Snap's emphasis is photography, and the shows are carefully curated by the founders Holly and Patrick Kahn. If in town, stop by and visit this special space.

Sidewards is such a gem!…read more Their craft beer is great! Their service, friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Their food is delicious. They have quaint indoor seating and also an outdoor space where you can enjoy a hot day and a cold beer. Also, plenty of parking available in their lot, but be mindful it is shared with other businesses. Cheers!

Absolutely love this place water coming for a quick stop or a night with the boys the bear is great…read morethe food is great and the service is fantastic. Had enough of a good time that forgot to take pictures. The beer and mead is great you'll have to order depending on your taste but I have not been dissapointed yet. The variety of food they have exceeded what you would think they would have. From quick app like bites to sandwiches. Also they dont mind if you get some goods from the surrounding businesses. It can get a little loud but still a good space to hang out and talk. And if you sit outside you are almost assured a random encounter with a cute pup . Very nice place in a very nice side of town.

Received gift certificates for a Christmas gift and was finally able to cash in those gift cards…read moreand have the experience. We were not sure what to expect for the experience, but we had an AMAZING experience and made some great memories. There was a group of 5 of us that we were able to stop in and book our timeslot since online was only showing 4 slots. We had very clear and easy to follow instructions. The kids were both able to do their own projects and make their own choices for color. This is such a unique and fun experience and we will be back closer to Christmas to make some ornaments! There is also a table outside to be able to bring some snack and drinks.

We visited Florida glass house on a Saturday night for a glassblowing workshop. We honestly had no…read moreclue what to expect going in, but there were 4 people total which is good because it wasn't an overwhelming number. Each of us got to decide whether to make a globe ornament or a flower. The flowers were beautiful, but I'm very utilitarian so I went with a globe. The instructor who also owns the studio walked us through all the custom color blends he makes for his glass and that was awesome. One thing that was awesome about this workshop for someone who had never done any glass work before was that he really wouldn't let us fail. Our instructor was with us every step of the way and walked us through how we should do things and would help us if things were going awry before it became an issue. He was very good at his job and answered all of my questions about his tools and the process without hesitation. He was super friendly and showed us an installation that he was working on for a show soon too. I really enjoyed this workshop, and it's awesome that we got to take something home. I'd definitely go back for another workshop. They also do group workshop events too.

i came here on a day a lot of the exhibits were being worked on but i enjoyed the half off price…read morebecause of it (plus i can come back !!) this was a beautiful museum of art w/ such a variety of different types of art. i took my time as i walked around the rooms & it was lovely. they had a whole hallway dedicated to young artists which was sweet & they also have many art programs for the littles as well as adult events! i really enjoyed my time & will make another stroll soon, i'm sure of it. thank you for existing.

Here on vacay and wanted to enjoy looking at the art they have here. They had many rooms with…read morepaintings, sculptures, photography, pottery etc. plenty of beautiful things to look at. I went on a weekday and it was practically empty which I prefer to take my time looking at everything. They do close early at 4 pm, so make sure you come a bit early if you're a slow lurker like me.

I adore the Orlando arts community so much. So many awesome, gifted, and brilliant artists come…read moretogether to improve the Orlando esthetic and community. Randall Paints is one of my fav as he brings vibrant colors, fun robots, and a touch of happy to everything he lays his designs on. The Mills50 Dumpster behind Fit Body Boot Camp on Mills. He does these awesome Illustrations and you can request custom ones as well. Spots around town you can find his mural goodies: - Mills50 Dumpster - Downtown Orlando inside Catalyst - Wall at Pho Hoa Orlando - Mills50 Junkbots Mural on the Spots around town you can grab your own piece of Randall Paints: - Thornton Park Wine Walks - Local art events like Maker Faire Orlando - WineArt Wednesday in Lake Mary - Baldwin Park First Fridays - Local Art Shows at bars around town! - Or check out his online store: https://squareup.com/market/randall-paints Thanks for calling Orlando home, Randall

Charming shop very nice gift selection for spiritual friends. Important part of our community --…read moreholding space for alternative recovery groups. Thank you!!

When you enter, you are entering into a sacred space. The shop has a selection of crystals and…read moreother gifts in the front and another room with more items- including clothing. The big draw was the room with altar space used for events such as yoga, meditation sessions and more. I didn't enter, but poked my head in. I snagged a hand hammered copper bracelet here and a few crystals. Had a great chat with the man (owner?) who was working.

Really enjoy this palce and the staff who work here. I just wish is was closer to where I live…read more Very knowlagable about photogrophy and the local area (we're new to Orlando so chatting with them has given us a lot of interesting recommendations to try. I'll contunue to make the trec there.

It is great knowing a local mom-and-pop business is still here and running…read more I first came to Colonial Photo & Hobby well over a decade ago when my daughter first became interested in photography and I bought her her first decent setup. Since then, I have been in here countless times and have always had nothing but a fantastic experience. Prices are competitive and the service was knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend here.