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Enjoy a night at the beach with the Sounds of Summer Concert Series at the Daytona Beach Bandshell. Photo courtesy of the event
6/2/24 - By Charlotte B

Enjoy a free concert and outdoor music this summer in Orlando! We've rounded up outdoor summer concerts happening all around Central Florida, perfect for families. From country to rock n' roll (and everything in between), you are sure to find free concerts this summer for adults and kids. Some Orlando music festivals offer even more entertainment and activities for the kids, as well as food trucks and snacks!

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Fridays on the Plaza

Winter Garden
Fridays, May 3- July 26, 2024
Families can enjoy live music every Friday night at the Centennial Plaza Gazebo in downtown Winter Garden. READ MORE

ONE DAYTONA Summer Acoustic Series

Daytona Beach
Wednesdays, June 5 - July 17, 2024
One Daytona is hosting a summer acoustic concert series. The splash pad will be on for the kids, with restaurants and shopping close by. READ MORE

Downtown Clermont First Friday Food Trucks

Clermont
First Friday of each month
Bring your family to downtown Clermont on the first Friday of each month for live music and a variety of food trucks.  READ MORE

Casselberry Music in the Park & Food Trucks

Casselberry
Second Friday of each month
This monthly event features live music in the park and a variety of food trucks. READ MORE

Live Music at Disney Springs

Lake Buena Vista
Select nights during summer
Enjoy free live performances at the open-air waterside stage at Disney Springs each day and night. READ MORE

Live Music at Old Town

Kissimmee
Select nights
Old Town present live music every week from a variety of great regional artists and bands. Enjoy the free concert, and stroll the entertainment district complete with shops, rides, restaurants, and more. READ MORE

Sounds of Summer Concert Series at the Daytona Beach Bandshell

Daytona Beach
Fridays, May- August 2024
This summer concert series features free concerts from tribute bands from across the country. Genres include country, rock n' roll, R&B, disco, and Motown. READ MORE

Star Spangled Summer at Daytona Beach Bandshell

Daytona Beach
Saturdays, June- September 2024
This summer concert series features tribute artists every Saturday during the summer performing genres such as pop, rock, folk, big band, and more. Fireworks conclude each performance at 9:45pm. READ MORE

Sunset Live! at Sunset Walk

Kissimmee
Weekly, June -August 2024
See live music at the Promenade Plaza stage every week, featuring some of the best regional artists performing music from all genres including rock n' roll, country, reggae, Latin, and more. READ MORE

Weekends at the Winery

Clermont
Weekends through the summer
Visit Lakeridge Winery for live music from some of the area's top entertainers, food court with delicious food options, a large vineyard green, and for the adults, Lakeridge wines at the outdoor bar. READ MORE

City of Longwood Rock, Freedom, and Fireworks

Longwood
Saturday, June 29, 2024
Take the family to Reiter Park for its annual Independence Day event: Rock, Freedom, and Fireworks, featuring food trucks, live music, and, of course, fireworks. READ MORE

City of Altamonte's Red Hot & Boom

Altamonte Springs
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
The City of Altamonte Springs is excited to announce Central Florida's hottest Independence Day celebration. Join thousands of your closest friends in the park for live music, food, and one of the best fireworks shows around. READ MORE

July 4th Celebration at the Apopka Amphitheater

Apopka
Thursday, July 4, 2024
This free, family-friendly celebration includes food and craft vendors, activities for kids, a free concert, and fireworks. READ MORE

4th of July Star Spangled Celebration

Kissimmee
Thursday, July 4, 2024
Join Promenade at Sunset Walk for a full day and night of live music and more as Sunset Walk celebrates America.  READ MORE

Winter Garden Party in the Park

Winter Garden
Thursday, July 4, 2024
Party in the Park is a free event for the community. The fireworks display is over Lake Apopka and preshow entertainment includes live music, family activities, and more for all ages.  READ MORE

City of Longwood Concerts in the Park

Longwood
July 13 & August 17, 2024
Enjoy a free concert in Reiter Park, as well as food trucks on select months. READ MORE

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Charlotte Blanton
Charlotte Blanton, a Central Florida native and mom of three, holds a business degree from the University of Florida (Go Gators!). After a career in corporate finance, she pivoted to stay home with her kids and found her passion for writing through Mommy Poppins. She loves exploring local theme parks and discovering fun activities for families in Central Florida.
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