Events in Orlando during 2012

Be sure that Orlando is full of entertainment, you just have to know where to look for it. The aim of Economy Car Rentals is to help you locate the most notable events and festivals in Orlando.
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While visiting Orlando, you will discover that it is full of surprisingly notable events. Explore the events of USA while being pampered by the comfort of a car rental. Take home the best memories from your trip in Orlando. Gather remarkable memories from the events taking place in Orlando. Participate in the most fascinating festivals to discover the culture and life of Orlando. Whether in the city center, just outside or close to the next event, you will find what you're looking for easily and conveniently. The Economy Car Rentals pages have also compiled the latest news about Orlando in order to give you the opportunity to combine all important information.
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January

Capital One Bowl (January 1st or 2nd) - It is an annual college football bowl game.
PGA Merchandise Show - The Orlando's Orange County Convention Center hosts approximately 40,000 golf industry professionals from many countries. (www.pgashow.com)
Zora Neale Hurston Festival of the Arts and Humanities - This event of Orlando is held in Eatonville and it is an African American festival. (www.zoranealehurstonfestival.com)

July

Vans Warped Tour - It is a touring music and extreme sports festival. (http://vanswarpedtour.com/)
Celebrity Mascot Games - This three days event in Orlando is the only event of its kind in the world and it features mascots from sports teams competing.

February

Winter Park Bach Festival - It is a classical music festival held to celebrate the memory of the German composer Johann Sebastian Bach. (www.bachfestivalflorida.org)
Mount Dora Arts Festival - This two-day street festival in Orlando is one of the largest art festivals in Florida. (www.mountdoracenterforthearts.org)
Orlando Folk Festival - This festival is held in the garden of the Mennello Museum of American Art where you can celebrate folk art, music, dance, storytelling and vintage crafts.

August

Anime Festival Orlando (AFO) - It is a three-day anime convention in Orlando, held at the Wyndham Orlando Resort.  (animefestivalorlando.com)
FireFest - It is a special event in Orlando that includes activities, giveaways, and family fun.

March

Arnold Palmer Invitational - It is a PGA Tour golf tournament that is played at Palmer's Bay Hill Golf Club. (www.arnoldpalmerinvitational.com)
Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival (March - May) - It is a spring event of Walt Disney World Resort in the Epcot Theme Park where you can see colorful flowers, lush gardens and some of your favorite Disney characters topiaries.

September

Global Peace Film Festival - This festival in Orlando presents unti-war films from around the world. (www.peacefilmfest.org)
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party (September - November) - This is a Halloween-themed special event held in Disney's Magic Kingdom theme park.

April

Florida Film Festival - It is an annual international film festival in Orlando. (www.floridafilmfestival.com)
Florida Music Festival and Conference - This music festival and conference in Florida lasts for three days and presents unsigned talent. (www.floridamusicfestival.com)
Orlando Cabaret Festival - In this Orlando event there are over 40 performances of pop, jazz, comedy, Broadway etc. (www.orlandocabaret.com)

October

Orlando Film Festival - It is a premier film festival in Orlando for independent filmmakers to present their work. (http://orlandofilmfest.com/)
Halloween Horror Nights - It is an annual Halloween event in Orlando that takes place at Universal Orlando Resort. (www.halloweenhorrornights.com)

May

AIDS Walk Orlando - This event in Orlando is a walkathon fundraiser that raises money for those suffering from AIDS in the Florida area. (aidswalkorlando.org)
Orlando Fringe Festival - It is a 13 day arts festival that includes music, dance, theater and art. (orlandofringe.org)

November

Orlando Greek Fest - This event in Orlando is held at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. You can find there authentic Greek cuisine, music, dancing etc. (www.orlandogreekfest.com)
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party - This special event of Orlando is held at the Magic Kingdom Theme Park. It is a festive celebration full of fun.

June

Gay Days at Walt Disney World (first Saturday in June) - It is one of the largest gay pride events in the world.
Florida Juneteenth Music Festival - It is a music event held in Orlando, Florida.

December

Orlando Citrus Parade - Citrus fruit themed floats and marching are driven to Downtown Orlando. (www.fcsports.com)