June’s Must‑See Orlando Events: Theme Parks, Foodie Festivals, LGBTQ Celebrations & More
Don’t miss these theme‑park celebrations (including GayDayS Orlando, pictured), foodie festivals, cultural events, and other must‑do attractions in Orlando this June.
Planning a June visit to Orlando? You’re in the right place for the most exciting events. From unforgettable theme‑park after‑hours to a month‑long bourbon salute, plus cultural showcases and more, the highlights below will help you craft an unforgettable itinerary.
Use our Orlando Events Calendar to find happenings that fit your travel dates—there’s always something thrilling happening in Orlando!
Theme Park Events in Orlando for June
Through June 3: Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival
Nature lovers of all ages can marvel at Disney‑themed topiaries, sample garden‑inspired food and drinks, and dance to chart‑topping music at the “Garden Rocks” concert series. The 90‑day spring celebration is included with admission to Epcot® at Walt Disney World® Resort.
Select Dates Through June 18: Disney After Hours at Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park
Be among a limited number of guests to experience a unique three‑hour event at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, featuring minimal wait times for popular attractions.
Select Dates Through June 28: Disney After Hours at Disney’s Hollywood Studios®
Enjoy three hours of premier attractions and character greetings with little to no wait, all part of Disney’s Hollywood Studios special evening experience.
Select Dates Through Aug. 8: Disney Villains After Hours at Magic Kingdom® Park
Meet Disney’s most delightfully wicked characters at this exclusive evening event at Magic Kingdom.
Select Nights Through Aug. 24: Disney H2O Glow Nights
Typhoon Lagoon® Water Park hosts the ultimate glow party, featuring Toy Story’s Rex and friends, special lighting, character greetings, a DJ dance party, an adult‑exclusive bar area, and access to all attractions—all included with park admission.
Select Nights Through Sept. 1: SeaWorld’s Electric Ocean
When the sun sets, SeaWorld Orlando lights up with glowing sea creatures, live DJs, fireworks, and more—included with park admission.
LGBTQ Events in Orlando for June
June 1: RED Shirt Pride Day
Since 1991, this annual tradition invites LGBTQ members and allies to wear a red shirt at Disney’s Magic Kingdom® Park on the first Saturday in June.
Learn more: LGBTQ in Orlando
Through June 3: Girls in Wonderland
Designed for the female LGBTQ community, this counterpart to One Magical Weekend offers parties, celebrity appearances, and special performances.
Through June 3: One Magical Weekend
Featuring internationally renowned DJs and nonstop events, this world‑famous LGBTQ pride and music festival takes place around the first weekend in June.
Through June 3: Tidal Wave Party
Running alongside One Magical Weekend and Girls in Wonderland, this four‑day festival presents multiple parties, water‑park events, live DJs, contests, and more for men in the LGBTQ community.
June 12: Annual Pulse Memorial Ceremony
Hosted by the onePULSE Foundation, the ceremony honors the 49 angels, survivors, and first responders of the Pulse tragedy. It will be held at 7 p.m. at the Pulse Interim Memorial on the former Pulse nightclub site near downtown Orlando.
Foodie Events in Orlando for June
June 1‑30: Bourbon Fest
Head to the House of Blues at Disney Springs for a tribute to Kentucky’s bourbon culture, featuring cocktail specials, bourbon flights, and unique events. Highlights include National Bourbon Day (June 14), a Smokehouse Smokeout (June 15), and the Father’s Day Blues & Bourbon Brunch (June 16). The event is free; beverages and food are additional.
June 8‑9: Summerfest Grape Stomp 2019
Held at Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards in Clermont, this event offers live music, arts and crafts, free tours and tastings, ample free parking, and of course grape‑stomping! Food and drinks are for purchase. Admission is $10 for adults and free for children.
June 14: Harry’s Sip & Savor Pairing Series
Hosted by Harry’s Poolside Bar & Grill at Rosen Centre Hotel, this quarterly series pairs a gourmet menu with signature spirits, including Avión Tequila, Absolut Vodka, and Malibu Rum. It costs $60 per person.
June 22: Local Brews Local Grooves
Also at the House of Blues, this event showcases 18 Florida breweries and live music. Sample brews, meet brewers, and hear from brewing experts. Admission is $11; 4‑oz. sample tickets are $3 each, and the $50 VIP package includes two admission tickets, 10 sample tickets, and two food vouchers.
Cultural Events in Orlando for June
June 1: Pentatonix — The World Tour
The three‑time Grammy‑winning, multi‑platinum Pentatonix arrives at Amway Center with special guest Rachel Platten. Tickets start at $26.50.
June 6: The Orlando Museum of Art’s 1st Thursdays — Indigenous Futurism
On the first Thursday of each month, explore local artists, live music, and a vibrant mix of guests at the Orlando Museum of Art in Loch Haven Park. Admission is free for members and $15 for visitors, focusing on the origins and future of indigenous and tribal art.
June 7: Movies at Leu Gardens Featuring ‘A Quiet Place’
From February through June and August through December, Leu Gardens hosts a current or classic film on a 32‑foot outdoor screen, with “A Quiet Place” highlighted in June. Food and drinks are available; you may bring your own seating. Admission: free for members; $6 for adults, $3 for ages 4‑17, and free for under‑4s.
More Events in Orlando for June
Select Dates Through June 23: Mermaids at SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium
Meet real‑life mermaids at SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium, part of ICON Park’s entertainment, dining, and shopping lineup. Every Friday through Sunday, mermaids dive alongside stingrays, sharks, and other aquatic marvels, then appear on land from 12‑6 p.m. on event days.
Through June 2: The Villages Balloon Festival
Featuring over 30 hot‑air balloons, this three‑day event offers ballooning and entertainment. Tethered five‑minute rides are available for an additional fee; longer rides can be booked with pilots (weather‑dependent). Gourmet food trucks, wine and beer vendors, a Kids Zone, and a special miniature‑horse appearance on June 1 are included. Admission: $15 adults, $10 ages 10‑18, free under 10.
Various Dates in June: Concerts at Tin Roof
Tin Roof at ICON Park hosts multiple concerts throughout June. Ticket prices vary: Matchbox 2.0 & Allison Road (June 8), Supervillains Band & Green Room Opening (June 9; free), Cougar Sweat (June 13), Back to Back to Black with Remember Jones (June 15), Peter Alden Father’s Day Brunch (June 16; free for diners), Run Raquel (June 20), Frank Foster (June 21), and Love & Theft (June 27). Remember Jones will perform Amy Winehouse’s “Back to Black” with a 12‑piece orchestra on June 15; tickets are $12.
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