Things to do with kids in Orlando this weekend, found and checked for you.
Eolaween turns Lake Eola Park into a free costume party Saturday from 4 to 9, with trick-or-treating and pumpkin decorating. The Central Florida Zoo’s Zoo Boo Bash runs Saturday and Sunday with treat stations and Frozen characters, and Prince of Peace hosts a free trunk-or-treat Sunday afternoon. Orlando has 27 outings this week, 24 of them free and 22 indoors.
Last checked · 27 outings at 11 places · 24 free · 22 indoor. Every listing links to the page we checked it on. How we choose
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A Saturday that actually works.
Here’s how we’d do Saturday, Oct 24. Two things from this week’s list, plus one of our regulars from Around town. Tap a stop for the details.
MORNINGZoo Boo Bash at the Central Florida Zoo9am–5pm · Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens · Included with zoo admission ($16.95–$17.95 ages 3–12 online, $21.95–$23.95 adults; 2 and under free); passholders $5- LUNCHAround townHash House A Go GoOpen 8am–3pm · International Drive, 5350 International Dr. · $$ (opens their site)
- NAPHome by 1:30 for nap. Car seat, stroller, whatever works.
AFTER NAPEolaween at Lake Eola Park4–9pm · Lake Eola Park · Free
Times come from each event’s page or the place’s own site. Plans change, so check before you head out. Print this plan
A Sunday that actually works.
Here’s how we’d do Sunday, Oct 25. Two things from this week’s list, plus one of our regulars from Around town. Tap a stop for the details.
- MORNINGZoo Boo Bash at the Central Florida Zoo9am–5pm · Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens · Included with zoo admission ($16.95–$17.95 ages 3–12 online, $21.95–$23.95 adults; 2 and under free); passholders $5
- LUNCHAround townHash House A Go GoOpen 8am–3pm · International Drive, 5350 International Dr. · $$ (opens their site)
- NAPHome by 1:30 for nap. Car seat, stroller, whatever works.
AFTER NAPTrunk-or-Treat at Prince of Peace Orlando4–6pm · Prince of Peace Orlando, Family Life Center · Free
Times come from each event’s page or the place’s own site. Plans change, so check before you head out. Print this plan
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Outings for little ones in Orlando: the FAQ
What can I do with a little one in Orlando this weekend?
This week we found 27 outings that work for kids ages 0–6. Our top three: Eolaween at Lake Eola Park, Zoo Boo Bash at the Central Florida Zoo, Trunk-or-Treat at Prince of Peace Orlando. See the full list.
Are there free things to do with little ones in Orlando this week?
Yes, 24 of this week’s 27 picks are free, including library storytimes and Eolaween at Lake Eola Park. Tap “Free” in Find your thing. For free places you can visit any week, see free things to do in Orlando in the city guide.
What are good indoor activities for kids in Orlando when it rains?
22 picks this week are indoors, mostly library programs and shows. Tap “Rainy-day OK” in Find your thing.
Where can I find storytimes and toddler activities in Orlando?
This week we list 21 library storytimes and baby or toddler programs. Each one links to the library or venue page with the time and place. See them in the list.
What’s on for babies and toddlers under 3 in Orlando this week?
12 of this week’s picks are baby or toddler programs or made for ages 3 and under, including Stroller Tour at the Orlando Museum of Art, Toddler Storytime (Orlando Public Library) and Baby Storytime (Orlando Public Library). 11 of them are free and 11 are indoors. See them in the list.
How do you pick what goes on the Orlando list?
We go through Orlando’s library calendars, parks, museums, zoos and local family pages every week, and keep what works for ages 0–6. Each listing links to the page we checked it on, and where the organizer or venue has its own page, we confirm the date, time, place and price there. This list was last checked Oct 19, 2026. How we choose and check listings.
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If it’s good for the under-6 crowd, we’d like to hear about it. Free events go on the list for free, always. If you want a guaranteed spot at the top or in the Friday email, there’s a sponsored option too, and it’s clearly labeled. We’re just getting started, so the first 10 local partners in each city get 50% off your first booking.
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