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Orlando in March - What's On Around Central Florida

Orlando in March is a terrific month. Especially if you love food and festivals.

Music Festivals, Strawberry Festivals, Flower, Food and Wine Festivals and non stop Mardi Gras parties continue throughout Orlando in March

So what's the Orlando weather in March? It's pretty much great the whole month. Blue skies, little rain and lots of sunshine. Temperatures in Orlando in March bring an average high of 78 degrees and an average low of 55. It's generally summer wear during the day, with a light sweater for cooler nights.

Events around Central Florida and Orlando in March:

If you're quick you'll be able to squeeze in Rhythm In The Night, the latest Irish Dance phenomenon performing daily at the Busch Gardens Real Music Series, which wraps up on March 3rd.

MARDI GRAS AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO

Orlando in March is party month at Universal. The party of parties continues at Universal Mardi Gras through April 7th 2018. There are 4 million beads thrown from 12 colorful parade floats accompanied by 85 street performers. There are live music every night and a tempting array of delicious cajun food.

Universal Mardi Gras is very family friendly and there's even a special viewing area where the kids can watch the parade.

Orlando in March - Universal Mardi Gras

There's a concert each weekend too. All included in the Universal ticket price.

The Mardi Gras Concert Line Up for March is:

March 3: 311

March 4: Phillip Phillips

March 10: Jason Derulo

March 11: Fitz and the Tantrums

March 17: Foreigner

March 18: Fifth Harmony

March 24: Jessie J

March 25: BUSH

When: Nightly through April 7th, 2018 Where: Universal Studios, Orlando, Florida Web: Mardi Gras

EPCOT INTERNATIONAL FLOWER & GARDEN FESTIVAL

Orlando in March is the time of year when Epcot at Walt Disney World bursts into a whole new colorful world. Floating gardens, incredible topiaries, horticultural displays and demos, taste bud temptations and live music. The Epcot Flower & Garden Festival is pretty awesome! It runs from February 28th through May 28th 2018.

The Garden Rocks Concert Line Up for March 2018:

March 2-5: Night Ranger

March 9-12: STARSHIP Starring Mickey Thomas

March 16-19: Simple Plan

March 23-26: Little River Band

March 30-April 2: The Orchestra featuring former members of ELO

This is one of our favorite events in Orlando in March, don't miss out!

When: February 28th through May 28th, 2018 Where: Epcot, Walt Disney World Web: Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival

SEAWORLD SEVEN SEAS FESTIVAL

The SeaWorld Seven Seas Festival started February 17th and continues daily through April 15th. Live concerts and main events are held each Saturday and Sunday.

Take your taste buds on a culinary world tour. 12 booths will be offering Asian, Latin, European, Polynesian and North Atlantic dishes as well as craft beers, wines and specialty cocktails. BBQ will also be featured from February 17th to March 25th. Latin inspired cuisine will be featured March 31st to April 29th.

There's live entertainment every weekend with music from country, pop, rock and latin artists at Bayside Stadium.

So what's the cost for the Festival? Zero extra. The event is included in the regular SeaWorld admittance ticket.

The Seven Seas Festival Concert Line Up for Orlando in March is:

March 3rd- Huey Lewis and the News

March 4th - Chris Young

March 10th - Daughtry

March 11th - Hanson

March 17th - Hunter Hayes

March 18th - Easton Corbin

March 24th - America

March 25th - Eli Young Band

March 31st - TBA

When: Daily + weekend concerts through April 15th, 2018 Where: SeaWorld, 7007 Sea World Dr, Orlando, FL 32821 Web: SeaWorld SevenSeas Festival

Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival

If you're in Orlando in March and planning on a trip to Tampa, make sure you make time for Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival. The event is held every Saturday and Sunday from March 3rd through April 29th.

There's a preview day from 3pm March 2nd featuring live entertainment from Florida Orchestra featuring the Mambo Kings

13 Food Cabins will tantalize your taste buds with 35 food items, over 65 fine wines, more than 50 craft brews and featured cocktails.

Busch Gardens Food & Wine March concert line up:

March 3 – Sister Hazel and Edwin McCain

March 4 – Grupo Niche

March 10 – The Fray

March 11 – Southern Uprising Tour

March 17 – Olga Tanon

March 18 – Goo Goo Dolls

March 24 – Better Than Ezra and Tonic

March 25 – Michael Bolton

March 31 – Boyz 11 Men

When: Weekends from March 3rd to April 29th 2018 Where: Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Web: Busch Gardens

Kissimmee Cuban Sandwich Smackdown

The Cuban Sandwich is pretty serious eats here in Florida. Join in the fun as restaurants from all over Central Florida battle it out for the chance to compete in the 2018 “Best Cuban Sandwich in The World". The winner will represent Central Florida.

There's fun for all the family with over 100 Food, Art & Cultural Exhibitors. There will also be an attempt to create the biggest Cuban Sandwich in the World. The current world record is 150 Ft.

When: March 3rd 2018 Where: Kissimmee Lakefront, 201 Lakeview Dr, Kissimmee, FL 34741 Web: Kissimmee Cuban Sandwich Smackdown

MUSIC ON THE BAY (MOTB)

If you like a rustic hang-out and live music, you're in for another treat over in Tampa.

This top notch annual music "Trop-Rock" festival is strictly for adults over 21 years of age.

See the website below for the full concert line up.

Shriner’s Hospitals for Children will benefit from all the charitable contributions.

When: 28th February - 4th March, 2018 Where: Whiskey Joe’s Barefoot Beach Bar 7720 W Courtney Campbell Causeway, Tampa Web: Music On The Bay

FLORIDA STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL

Not only does the Florida Strawberry Festival celebrate anything and everything strawberries, the concert line up includes some of the best Country acts of all times.

Brad Paisley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Big and Rich, Reba McEntire, Josh Turner, Engelbert Humperdinck, Trace Adkins and Earth, Wind and Fire are just a few headline artists that will keep you dancing and singing all afternoon and into the evening.

Top up on sweet treats and strawberry shortcake, enjoy free and premium entertainment, find unique crafts at the Neighborhood Village, hop on over 80 rides at the fairground and enter fun contests.

The whole event is very family friendly and there's something for all ages.

When: March 1st - 11th, 2018 Where: 303 N Lemon St, Plant City, FL 33563 Web: Florida Strawberry Festival

CENTRAL FLORIDA FAIR

Orlando in March brings one of the States' favorite fairs. Founded way back in 1910, the Central Florida Fair is so popular it attracts an average of 250,000 visitors each year. There’s a ton of entertainment for all ages.

It’s no surprise that this fair is one of the top 5 in Florida. Its’ aim is to celebrate the agriculture, education, history and cultural legacy of the Central Florida states.

Watch creative arts such as food, baked or canned, decorated cakes and informative, fun demonstrations by top chefs in the stage kitchen.

Flowers, gardening, water conservation, landscaping, animals, veterinary hints and tips are all part of shared educational expertise.

Livestock on display amount to more than 2,000 animals

100 groups provide music and dancing on 3 separate stages.

Admission tickets start at $7 for a child and $12 for an adult.

When: Select days from March 1st - 17th, 2018. (Closed Mondays and Tuesdays) Where: Central Florida Fair, 4603 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32808 Web: Central Florida Fair

CALLING ALL BBQ FANS: SONNY'S SHOWDOWN

The USA's top Pit Masters are heading to Orlando in March to battle it out in this epic invitational showdown.

The day will be packed with contestants going smoker to smoker to compete for almost $50,000 in prize money. Visitors can join in the competitions too - there's a kids donut eating contest and a rib eating contest. Watch cooking demos and enjoy live music.

Live music schedule:

2.00pm - Hayfire

3.45pm - Jill's Cashbox

6.30pm - High Valley

8.30pm - Rodney Atkins

When: Saturday March 3rd, 2018 Where: Camping World Stadium, 1 Citrus Bowl Pl, Orlando, FL 32805 Web: Sonny's Showdown

FLORAL CITY STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL

If you didn't get your fill at Florida Strawberry Festival, here's another event celebrating the sweet existence of strawberries. Floral City is just over 60 miles away from the vacation home area of Orlando/Kissimmee.

Children’s activities, a rock climbing wall, pony rides, entertainment and games will keep the youngsters happy. Leaving adults to admire the arts and crafts, antique car show and live music.

If you aren’t watching your weight, there’s also a pie eating contest.

And no self respecting strawberry festival would be complete without a ton of strawberries and endless strawberry shortcake. There's a Miss Strawberry Pageant too.

Admission is $5 per adult and children under 12 are free.

When: March 3rd and 4th, 2018 Where: 9530 S Parkside Ave, Floral City, FL 34436 Web: Strawberry Fest

PIG ON THE POND

Is delicious Bar-B-Q food your achilles heel? Do you find it impossible to refuse another teeny rib? Love hearing great live music? Thrilled at the sight of exploding fireworks? Is your chili better than anything anyone else can cook?

If the answer is “Yes”, then Pig on the Pond is a must for you and your family.

It has everything, Chili Cook Off, Carnival Rides, Racing Pigs, Wakeboard Competition, Paddleboard Demonstrations, Clermont Fire Department Burn Demonstration. And of course delicious BBQ that will have you drooling.

Adult: $5 daily, children 2 - 6 is $3 and under 2 is free. Carnival ride tickets are $10 for 10 or $20 for unlimited rides.

When: March 9th - 11th, 2018 Where: Clermont Waterfront Park, 103rd Street, Clermont, FL 34711 Web: Pig On The Pond

FIRESTONE GRAND PRIX OF ST PETERSBURG

It’s all very well watching cars roar round a circuit on TV. But for an experience to blow your mind, you have to be there. And what could possibly be better than watching the cars scream past you from yards away. Along the streets and round the tight bends of the City of St. Petersburg. The noise from the vehicles is wave after wave of crescendo and the smell from the fumes and tires adds to the heightening excitement. If you’ve never done it, give it a try.

Admission prices start at $50 - $75 per day for youngsters under 12 years of age and $75 - $100 for adults.

When: March 9 - 11, 2018 Where: 100 2nd Ave N #340, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 Web: Grand Prix of St Pete

DAYTONA BIKE WEEK

If this event is good enough to encourage half a million bikers to visit, then you know it is in a class of its’ own. And you’d be right. It’s one of the biggest motorcycle gatherings on the globe and celebrates its’ 77th birthday.

When: March 9 - 18, 2018 Where: Daytona Beach Web: Offical Bike Week

Orlando Bike Week

What comes with Bikes? Brews and BBQ, of course. Food vendors and bars are supplemented with Bike Week merchandise at this thrilling event. If you like Harley-Davidson, this is the place to be. And it all kicks off with a party a week before the event on March 3rd. Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society.

When: March 10th - 18th, 2018 Where: Orlando H-D, 3770 37th street, Orlando FL Web: orlandoharley.com

TASTE OF OVIEDO

This is more than a taste, it’s a three course meal with all the trimmings. The Citrus and Celery Cook-Off takes pride of place but is more than ably supported by a singing contest, the Kids Stage delivering entertaining acts all day along with other live groups and solo singers. School of Rock, a rock climbing wall, a ton of local goodies to nibble on, a car show and fireworks make it a 10am - 6pm show to remember.

When: March 10, 2018 Where: Oviedo Mall, 1700, Oviedo Marketplace Blvd, FL 32765 Web: Taste of Oviedo

MIGHTY FESTIVAL ST. PATRICK'S WEEK AT RAGLAN ROAD

Even the smallest town in the smallest country on the smallest island has an Irish Bar and Florida is no exception.

One of them is Raglan Road in Disney Springs, Walt Disney World.

Lively Irish music and jigs are par for the course in Raglan Road and the Irish fare is delish. Between them, they complement the great atmosphere.

Raglan Road’s Mighty Festival kicks off on Friday 16th March and features The Byrne Brothers, Young Dubliners, Elevation, The Maguires, Out The Gap, Reel Republic, Briste, The Raglan Roots Coalition and The Raglan Road Dancers

Call ahead and make a reservation. Entertainment comes with a capital E in Raglan Road.

When: March 16th - 18th, 2018 Where: Raglan Road, Marketplace, Disney Springs, 1640 Buena Vista Dr, Orlando, FL 32830 Web: Raglan Road Mighty Festival

WINTER PARK SIDEWALK ART FESTIVAL

Orlando in March brings us a favorite for art festivals. Named America’s Best Juried Fine Art Fair, this hugely popular event is now in it's 59th year. Over 200 artists pitch up at Winter Park to showcase creative works of art. Over 350,000 people attend the event.

The kids will love the easel painting at the Children's Workshop Village. It's free for all ages and open throughout the festival.

When: Fri March 16th 9am-6pm, Sat March 17th 9am-6pm and Sun March 18th 9am-5pm, 2018 Where: Winter Park, Florida Web: Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival

RUNAWAY COUNTRY MUSIC FEST

Country Music with a capital C and M to match the ridiculous quality of acts. If you are a Country addict or a newbie, this Festival will blow your mind.

Top notch performers, D.J.s, Parties, Craft Beer Hall, Cart Racing and Line Dance Lessons. It’s all here in Kissimmee. Each night, after the live music, party and dance your little cotton socks off till 1.am.

Main Stage Acts:

Friday March 23rd: Brantley Gilbert, Drake White, Walker Hayes, Little Texas, Muscadine Bloodline, High South, Spayed Koolie, Kelsey Lamb, MacKenzie Carey and DJ Shane.

Saturday March 24th: Florida Georgia Line, Brett Young, John Anderson, Parmalee, The Steel Woods, Ashley McBryde, Cross Atlantic, Muscadine Bloodline, Johnny Reed Foley and Natalie Stovall.

Sunday March 25th: Darius Rucker, Kane Brown, Cassadee Pope, Lanco, Sundance Head, Adam Craig, Randy McNeeley, Carli Tuttle, Jericho Woods and Here Come The Mummies.

I’ll just bet your feet are tapping already at the prospect of being at this party to end all parties. Admission tickets range from: Daily $89 - $99 and all Weekend $139 (bring your own chair). Daily $169 - $189 and all Weekend $289 - $340 (reserved seating).

When: March 23 - 25, 2018 Where: Osceola Heritage Park, 1875, Silver Spur Lane, Kissimmee, FL 34744 Web: Runaway Country

WINE & SEAFOOD FESTIVAL - LAKERIDGE WINERY

One of our favorite locations, The Lakeridge Winery invites you to view the arts and crafts of locals while you enjoy the live music and entertainments. And if that were not enough, delicious seafood can be purchased and washed down with your choice of beer, wine or soft drinks. Complimentary Winery tours and tasting are also available.

$10 Adult Admission - Children 12 and under are free. A portion of the admission fees goes to support Central Florida Dreamplex.

When: March 23 -25, 2018 Where: Lakeridge Winery, 19239 US-27, Clermont, FL 34715 Web: Lakeridge Winery Wine & Seafood Festival

KOWTOWN FESTIVAL FEATURING KISSIMMEE VALLEY RIB RODEO

Birthday celebrations for historical Downtown Kissimmee featuring Kissimmee Valley Rib Rodeo, The Florida BBQ Association brings this lip smackin’ event to tempt and tantalize your taste buds.

Kissimmee Valley Rib Rodeo, sanctioned by the Florida BBQ Association

Live Entertainment

Kids Zone

Craft and Food Vendors

Hot Dog Eating Contest

When: March 24 11am - 5pm Where: Kissimmee Lakefront Park, 201 Lakeview Dr, Kissimmee, FL 34741 Web: Kissimmee Valley Rib Rodeo | Kissimmee Main Street Facebook

BATTLE AT NARCOOSSEE MILL

Take a historical journey back in time with the family to watch an authentic re-enactment of a Civil War battle.

See how the soldiers’ camped and watch the cavalry in action. Its educational and fun for all the family.

Listen to live music from "7 lbs of Bacon" string band, stroll “Sutler Row” with over 20 sutlers, vendors and historical displays and sample delicious BBQ pork sandwiches. Admittance for adults is $7, children 5 - 11 is $5 and children under 5 are free.

When: March 24th - 25th, 2018 Where: Ralph V. Chisholm Park, Narcoossee, St Cloud, FL Web: Battle at Narcoossee Mill

If you’ve got this far and still have some singing and dancing left in you, don’t worry, April is just around the corner.

And guess what. It’s every bit as good as March. Hope to see you soon.

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