Head to the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens for a Pride celebration with keeper chats, music and more. ©Central Florida Zoo

Pride Month Events

GAYDAYS ORLANDO 2024

Through June 3: GayDays is the premier LGBTQ vacation experience, drawing more than 180,000 people from around the world, with special events throughout Orlando, including Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Studios Florida, SeaWorld Orlando, local nightclubs and host hotel, Doubletree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld. The fun starts May 30. Visit website for tickets, reservations, information and other FAQs. gaydays.com.

GIRLS IN WONDERLAND

Through June 3: Now in its 23rd year, this counterpart to GayDays Orlando caters to the female members of the community with live music, dance parties, pool parties, celebrities, comedians, theme parks and the camaraderie of thousands of women. Host hotels are Springhill Suites by Marriott and TownePlace Suites by Marriott, 13279 Hartzog Road, Winter Garden. girlsinwonderland.com

ONE MAGICAL WEEKEND

Through June 3: The largest music festival of its kind in the world kicks off June Pride Month with international DJs, pool parties and nightly events happening in and around Walt Disney World parks. Party headquarters is at host hotel Crowne Plaza Orlando Lake Buena Vista, 8686 Palm Parkway, Orlando. onemagicalweekend.com

THE PRIDE CUP

Through June 3: KindRED Pride Foundation’s multisport competition is held in conjunction with GayDays Orlando celebrations and includes basketball, golf, kickball, soccer, adaptive sports and volleyball. Check website for times, additional competitions and locations. kindredpride.org

RED SHIRT DAY

June 1: Believe in the power of red and believe in kindness! That’s the spirit behind the sea of red shirts that helps kick off Pride Month. Wear red and pay homage to the community members who first made Gay Days at Walt Disney World a thing 30 years ago, wearing red so they could easily identify the kindred souls among the crowds. kindredpride.org

THE GAY AGENDA—REVEALED

June 2: The Orlando Gay Chorus thinks it’s time to set the record straight on what the LGBTQ community is all about (the right to live freely and authentically) and they’re doing it through their heartfelt and hit-filled spring concert. 4 p.m. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 407-358-6603. drphillipscenter.org

COMMUNITY RAINBOW RUN

June 8: This annual event, now in its eighth year, is a celebration of unity amid tragedy following the Pulse Nightclub shooting in 2016. Honor the 49 angels and their families, their friends, the survivors and the first responders with this run, whose proceeds benefit the Orlando United Pulse Memorial. 7 a.m. Wadeview Park, 2177 S. Summerlin Ave., Orlando. pulseorlando.org

ZEBRA YOUTH PRIDE PROM

June 14: Masquerade is the theme as Zebra Youth hosts two proms this year, one for youths 13 to 17 years old (6 p.m.) and one for young adults 18 to 24 years old (9 p.m.) Zebra Youth provides services to LGBTQ+ young people facing homelessness, bullying, isolation and abuse with programs that guide them to recovery and stability. The Plaza Live, 425 N. Bumby Ave., Orlando. Zebra Youth, 911 N. Mills Ave., Orlando. 407-228-1446. zebrayouth.org

SUNSET AT THE ZOO—LGBTQ+ PRIDE CELEBRATION

June 28: Enjoy an evening of unity and friendship among the animals at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens while indulging in live music and entertainment, themed keeper chats and a wide range of food options. 5 p.m. Central Florida Zoo, 3755 W. Seminole Blvd., Sanford. 407-323-4450. centralfloridazoo.org

Special Events

153^rd SILVER SPURS RODEO

June 1: Experience the largest rodeo east of the Mississippi River in a climate-controlled indoor arena as bull riders, bronc riders, barrel racers, team ropers and more hit the dirt in pursuit of glory. 7:30 p.m. Silver Spurs Arena, 1875 Silver Spur Lane, Kissimmee. ohpark.com

2024 APPLAUSE AWARDS

June 1: Directed by Broadway veteran Ray Roderick and hosted by Broadway performer Michael James Scott, this program modeled after the Tony Awards will present scholarships to college-bound seniors. Nearly 300 students from 37 Florida high schools will perform in 57 productions, with two overall winners advancing to the National High School Musical Theatre Awards in New York City. 7 p.m. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 407-358-6603.
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SEAWORLD VIVA LA MUSICA

June 1-30: Weekends get spicy with this festive, family-friendly Latin celebration featuring hot music, fiery flavors and cool libations. Included with admission. SeaWorld Orlando, 7007 SeaWorld Drive, Orlando. 407-545-5550. seaworld.com

LEGOLAND SUMMER BRICK PARTY

June 1-August 11: It’s like a block party, get it? With bricks! Celebrate summer with all-new shows, favorite costumed characters and seasonal foods and beverages at the theme park made for kids. Included with park admission. Check website for park hours. LEGOLAND Florida Resort, 1 Legoland Way, Winter Haven. 888-690-5346. legoland.com

TASTING WITH MASTER SOMMELIER

June 2: Restauranteur and Master Sommelier George Miliotes offers an immersive and intimate wine-tasting workshop where guests will experience diverse and coveted varietals while learning the art of blind tasting. 1:30 p.m. Judson’s Live at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 844-513-2014. judsonslive.org, drphillipscenter.org

VETERANS FLORIDA EXPO

June 7-8: The state’s official career exposition for veterans, transitioning service members and their families features workshops, keynote speakers, networking opportunities, a Battle of the Pitches competition and more. Friday 10:30 a.m., Saturday 8 a.m. Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore, 2225 N. Lois Ave., Tampa. veteransflorida.org

INDIA FEST APOPKA 2024

June 8-9: This exhibition of Indian heritage is bursting with music, food, cultural shows, dance and live entertainment, with more than 100 booths of arts, crafts and other vendors. 2 p.m. Apopka Amphitheater, 3710 Jason Dwelley Parkway, Apopka. indianhorizonfl.com

JOYCE LEMOS AERIAL ARTS 2024 SHOWCASE

June 15: The Winter Park academy invites locals to come fly with them via the elegant and amazing art of arial dance using silks and hoops. More than 70 students will perform their routines. 6-10 p.m. Trinity Preparatory School of Florida, 5700 Trinity Prep Lane, Winter Park. 321-616-3737. joycelemosaerialartsdanceacademy.com

FATHER’S DAY AT LEU GARDENS

June 16: Leu Gardens celebrates dads with free admission for the special guy. Stroll 50 acres of winding pathways and discover the butterfly garden, rose garden and tropical stream garden among other natural beauties. 9 a.m. Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando. 407-246-2620. leugardens.org

FLORIDA FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS

June 20-23: The first act of six never-before-produced musical works are read and sung concert style, without staging, by professional actors and musicians. This is a festival that seeks to advance and elevate the American art form of musical theater. Check website for performance times. Winter Park Playhouse, 711 Orange Ave., Suite C, Winter Park. 407-645-0145. winterparkplayhouse.org

CENTRAL FLORIDA JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION AND FIREWORKS SHOW

June 22-23: This annual celebration of the end of slavery has been expanded to two days of music, live entertainment, food and fireworks. Come for the fun, stay for the unity. Noon. Lake Lily Park, 701 Lake Lily Drive, Maitland. letscelebratejuneteenth.com

DOD WARRIOR GAMES

June 23-24: Hundreds of wounded, ill and injured active-duty and veteran military members compete in adaptive sports as part of their recovery journeys in the 14th year of this competition that highlights the exceptional physical skill and mental toughness of the participants. Hosted by the U.S. Army Training & Doctrine Command. 8 a.m. Osceola Heritage Park Events Center, 1901 Chief Osceola Trail, Kissimmee. 321-697-3333. ohpark.com

ORLANDO ODDITIES & CURIOSITIES MARKET

June 29: Orlando oddities shop Prometheus Esoterica curates this eye-opening market with more than 200 vendors offering everything from taxidermy to morbid antiques to the somewhat scary category of wet specimens. 11 a.m. Osceola Heritage Park Events Center, 1901 Chief Osceola Trail, Kissimmee. 321-697-3333. ohpark.com

PLANET PLAY AT KENNEDY SPACE CENTER VISITOR COMPLEX

Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island. 855-433-4210. Included with admission to KSC. Open daily 9 a.m.-6 p.m. kennedyspacecenter.com

Ongoing: The universe is your playground in this immersive, multistory play experience designed for space explorers aged 2-12 years. Children play and learn as they slide through an asteroid field, climb a worm hole, walk on Saturn’s rings, map a constellation and more. kennedyspacecenter.com