Hey! This weekend (Feb 07-08, 2026) in Orlando, we've got the colorful Orlando TET Festival kicking off and a cool Early Spring Family Day at the Art & History Museums! Check out the full lineup for family fun.
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Downtown Orlando Chalk Art Festival (DTOLive)
City Hall Plaza
Free interactive art spectacle transforming the streets downtown!
International Vegan Food Festival
Wall Street
A massive downtown food exploration with plenty of indoor/covered options.
Early Spring Family Day at Art & History Museums
Art & History Museums - Maitland
Free admission with dedicated workshops and face painting for little ones.
· February 7
5DOWNTOWN ORLANDO CHALK ART FESTIVAL (DTOLIVE)FREE : Watch over 30 artists transform the streets into awesome 2D and 3D chalk art! It's a free way to check out local art and meet the creators downtown. There will be live music too.A rare chance to see the streets turned into a giant, temporary art gallery for free!
ORLANDO TET FESTIVAL 2026 : Celebrate the Lunar New Year with a huge festival featuring entertainment, food, and Vietnamese performers. Saturday night has a concert with well-known Vietnamese artists and dancers.A vibrant cultural celebration that brings the community together for music and fun.
SCHOOL OF ROCK AT SUNSET WALK : Catch an electrifying afternoon show featuring three different bands made up of talented young musicians from School of Rock. It's a great way to support young local talent!An awesome showcase of up-and-coming young musicians rocking out live.
HISTORY ALIVE: SOUL OF THE SUNSHINE STATE : Celebrate Black History Month by meeting trailblazers who shaped the region, exploring the freedom exhibition, and joining hands-on activities. It’s history brought to life in an engaging way.A meaningful, interactive way to celebrate Black History Month through local Orlando stories.
PAWS IN THE PARKFREE : The largest pet festival in the country is back at Lake Eola for a joyful day supporting the Pet Alliance! Your kids will love seeing all the dogs and enjoying the festival atmosphere.It's Orlando's largest pet festival and a great free activity downtown for animal lovers.
· February 8
3EARLY SPRING FAMILY DAY AT ART & HISTORY MUSEUMSFREE : Ring in the first signs of spring with free museum admission for everyone! There will be a family art workshop, face painting, and a fun scavenger hunt.One of the few free options this weekend with structured activities like face painting and workshops.
MONSTER MART MARKETFREE : This is a family and pet-friendly market happening at Atomic Horror with themed photo ops and games. A super unique, low-key way to spend a Sunday afternoon.It's a quirky, free market event happening at a unique local spot.
INTERNATIONAL VEGAN FOOD FESTIVAL : Explore tons of vegan food options from burgers to desserts at this festival downtown. Even if you aren't vegan, it’s a fun food exploration day for the family!A chance to try a huge variety of unique food from different vendors in one spot.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Orlando this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 07-08) there are free events like the Downtown Orlando Chalk Art Festival on Saturday and the Monster Mart Market on Sunday. Also, Sunday morning you can enjoy the Early Spring Family Day at the Art & History Museums in Maitland for free admission and activities!
Are there any big outdoor festivals happening this weekend?
Yes! The vibrant Orlando Tet Festival 2026 is running both Saturday and Sunday at the Central Florida Fairgrounds, celebrating Lunar New Year with food and performances.
Where can my 10-14 year old see some cool live entertainment?
Head to The Promenade at Sunset Walk on Saturday afternoon for the School Of Rock at Sunset Walk, where you can watch talented young musicians perform high-energy sets.
