Special Events

Don’t miss your last opportunity to experience SeaWorld’s Seven Seas Food Festival this year! Photo Courtesy Of Seaworld Orlando

SEAWORLD SEVEN SEAS FOOD FESTIVAL

Through May 19: Embark on a voyage of taste as you sip and sample your way around the world. Discover more than 60 global food offerings and more than 50 beer, wine and cocktail selections. SeaWorld Orlando, 7007 Sea World Drive, Orlando. seaworld.com

EPCOT INTERNATIONAL FLOWER & GARDEN FESTIVAL

Through May 27: Take in enchanting topiaries and gather gardening tips while sampling seasonal foods from the outdoor kitchens found throughout the theme park. EPCOT World Showcase, Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista. 407-939-5277. disneyworld.disney.go.com

DOROTHY GILLESPIE—COURAGE, INDEPENDENCE AND COLOR

May 5: This film follows the life of one of the great abstract expressionists of the 20th century. Gillespie’s groundbreaking work challenged society and women’s place in it and her large murals and towering metal sculptures continue to inspire. 2 p.m. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 844-513-2014. drphillipscenter.org

TASTING WITH MASTER SOMMELIER

May 5: Restauranteur and Master Sommelier George Miliotes offers an immersive and intimate wine-tasting workshop. 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

SHEN YUN 2024

May 8-11: Shen Yun unveils a new lineup of dances, musical scores and songs for each tour with interactive backdrops and a blended Western/Chinese orchestra. Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; Thursday, Saturday, 2 p.m. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 844-513-2014. drphillipscenter.org

A TOAST! A TOAST! A TOAST!

May 11: Make a fond toast to the end of Opera Orlando’s 2023-2024 “All for Art” season at the Citrus Club. Cocktails 5 p.m., music 6 p.m. Citrus Club, 255 S. Orange Ave., Orlando. Opera Orlando, 406 E. Amelia St., Suite 100, Orlando. 407-512-1900. operaorlando.org

A 50-acre botanical wonderland, Leu Gardens beckons with more than two dozen gardens. Moms are free on May 12.

MOTHER’S DAY IN LEU GARDENS

May 12: Leu Gardens celebrates moms with free admission. Stroll Leu’s 50 acres of winding pathways and discover all the colorful flowering displays, including the rose and butterfly gardens. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando. 407-246-2620. leugardens.org

The Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival is now in its 33rd season. It returns to Loch Haven Park May 14-27. Photo By Gontran Durocher.

ORLANDO INTERNATIONAL FRINGE THEATRE FESTIVAL

May 14-27: Back for its 33rd year, this unjuried, uncensored and unforgettable celebration takes place at venues in and around Loch Haven Park, 777 E. Princeton St., Orlando. 407-648-0077. orlandofringe.org

ORLANDO CARNIVAL DOWNTOWN  

May 24-27: This vibrant, colorful celebration of Caribbean culture features a parade of costumed performers, soca, reggae and calypso music and a range of Caribbean foods and crafts for sale. 6 p.m. Camping World Stadium, 1 Citrus Bowl Place, Orlando. 407-440-7900. campingworldstadium.com