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There was a time when Winter Garden, with its location in far western Orange County, seemed distantly removed from Orlando proper. But these days, the pleasant town—small city, really—is just a quick toll road drive away from downtown and continues to draw both the thousands of people who are moving to Central Florida as well as local day trippers. Wooing these new residents and visitors are myriad charms, including a reverence for the area’s heritage, celebration of the outdoor lifestyle, and a pride of place that’s not always easy to find in Greater Orlando. In a sense, Winter Garden offers a delightful contrast to other suburban communities, from its hilly topography to its preservation of history.
The area, located along the southern shores of Lake Apopka, first drew settlers in the 1850s who were eager to farm the fertile soil. Citrus groves and vegetable crops thrived, and 30 years later, the Orange Belt Railway built through this part of the state provided a convenient way to ship all of that glorious produce north. Settlers continued to flock to the region and in 1908, Winter Garden was incorporated as a city.
Since 2000, Winter Garden has continued its transformation into one of Orange County’s hippest locations. The Winter Garden Farmers Market, which takes place every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., is an area favorite, drawing residents as well as fans from other zip codes. The market takes over the pavilion in the city center and radiates out from there, with plenty of locally grown produce as well as booths offering everything from flowers and honey to baked goods and dip mixes. Live music is a staple of the family- and dog-friendly gathering too, which gives it the feel of a weekly festival.
Plant Street Market is another point of interest, and a favorite local gathering spot. Anchored by Crooked Can, a local craft brewery, the food hall offers a wide array of prepared foods and staples from 20 different vendors. Grab a beer and relax on the patio with a slice from Michael’s Ali Coal Fired Pizza. Add a decadent side of pasta from Mac’d Out, or indulge in a taste of the Alpine with Raclette at Morthan Cheese. Cruise the vendors to take home proteins for the evening from The Local Butcher and Market, sweet treats from David Ramirez Chocolates and so much more.
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Winter Garden
There was a time when Winter Garden, with its location in far western Orange County, seemed distantly removed from Orlando proper. But these days, the pleasant town—small city, really—is just a quick toll road drive away from downtown and continues to draw both the thousands of people who are moving to Central Florida as well as local day trippers. Wooing these new residents and visitors are myriad charms, including a reverence for the area’s heritage, celebration of the outdoor lifestyle, and a pride of place that’s not always easy to find in Greater Orlando. In a sense, Winter Garden offers a delightful contrast to other suburban communities, from its hilly topography to its preservation of history.
The area, located along the southern shores of Lake Apopka, first drew settlers in the 1850s who were eager to farm the fertile soil. Citrus groves and vegetable crops thrived, and 30 years later, the Orange Belt Railway built through this part of the state provided a convenient way to ship all of that glorious produce north. Settlers continued to flock to the region and in 1908, Winter Garden was incorporated as a city.
Since 2000, Winter Garden has continued its transformation into one of Orange County’s hippest locations. The Winter Garden Farmers Market, which takes place every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., is an area favorite, drawing residents as well as fans from other zip codes. The market takes over the pavilion in the city center and radiates out from there, with plenty of locally grown produce as well as booths offering everything from flowers and honey to baked goods and dip mixes. Live music is a staple of the family- and dog-friendly gathering too, which gives it the feel of a weekly festival.
Plant Street Market is another point of interest, and a favorite local gathering spot. Anchored by Crooked Can, a local craft brewery, the food hall offers a wide array of prepared foods and staples from 20 different vendors. Grab a beer and relax on the patio with a slice from Michael’s Ali Coal Fired Pizza. Add a decadent side of pasta from Mac’d Out, or indulge in a taste of the Alpine with Raclette at Morthan Cheese. Cruise the vendors to take home proteins for the evening from The Local Butcher and Market, sweet treats from David Ramirez Chocolates and so much more.
Celebration is a master-planned community less than 10 minutes from Walt Disney World. Perfect for relaxation and strolling, the town's central shopping, dining and entertainment hub also features free, family-focused events all year long, such as exotic car shows and a special holiday celebration with faux snow.
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Celebration
Celebration is a master-planned community less than 10 minutes from Walt Disney World. Perfect for relaxation and strolling, the town's central shopping, dining and entertainment hub also features free, family-focused events all year long, such as exotic car shows and a special holiday celebration with faux snow.
Universal Orlando Resort's 30-acre entertainment complex, which features restaurants, nightclubs, shopping and more. Free activities here include dance parties set to live DJ sets, cooling splash areas for kids, and water taxis that travel between Universal CityWalk and Universal Orlando’s theme parks, including Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure and Universal’s Volcano Bay.
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Universal CityWalk
6000 Universal Blvd Universal Orlando Resort's 30-acre entertainment complex, which features restaurants, nightclubs, shopping and more. Free activities here include dance parties set to live DJ sets, cooling splash areas for kids, and water taxis that travel between Universal CityWalk and Universal Orlando’s theme parks, including Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure and Universal’s Volcano Bay.
Located within walking distance of EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and featuring free admission, Disney’s BoardWalk will transport you to charming, turn-of-the-20th-century Atlantic City. As you stroll along a Coney Island-style boardwalk, take in free evening entertainment that includes jugglers, comedians and even fire-eaters. Like Disney Springs, it’s connected to Disney’s complimentary ferry system.
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Disney's Boardwalk
2101 Epcot Resorts BlvdLocated within walking distance of EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and featuring free admission, Disney’s BoardWalk will transport you to charming, turn-of-the-20th-century Atlantic City. As you stroll along a Coney Island-style boardwalk, take in free evening entertainment that includes jugglers, comedians and even fire-eaters. Like Disney Springs, it’s connected to Disney’s complimentary ferry system.
Featuring free admission and free, covered parking, the open-air Disney Springs dining, shopping and entertainment district at Walt Disney World® Resort invites you to enjoy remarkable architecture, natural beauty and free family fun that includes live performances and other entertaining interludes. For instance, kids can build as many LEGO® figures as they want at The LEGO Store, and the whole gang can hop on the free ferries that travel to Magic Kingdom® Park, EPCOT® and Disney’s Hollywood Studios® — even if you don’t have passes to those theme parks!
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Disney Springs
1486 Buena Vista DrFeaturing free admission and free, covered parking, the open-air Disney Springs dining, shopping and entertainment district at Walt Disney World® Resort invites you to enjoy remarkable architecture, natural beauty and free family fun that includes live performances and other entertaining interludes. For instance, kids can build as many LEGO® figures as they want at The LEGO Store, and the whole gang can hop on the free ferries that travel to Magic Kingdom® Park, EPCOT® and Disney’s Hollywood Studios® — even if you don’t have passes to those theme parks!