Central Florida’s Favorite Playdate of the Year Returns This
Weekend at the Florida Kids & Family Expo
Florida Kids & Family Expo brings 175+ exhibitors, 10+ Fun Zones, live entertainment, animals, sports, giveaways and more to the Orange County Convention Center Aug. 22-23
ORLANDO, Fla. (August, 2026) – Central Florida’s favorite playdate of the year is happening this weekend as the Florida Kids & Family Expo returns to the Orange County Convention Center on Saturday, August 22, and Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Designed as a massive indoor weekend of family fun, the Expo brings together 175+ exhibitors, 10+ Fun Zones, live entertainment, hands-on activities, animals, sports, characters, giveaways and experiences for kids of all ages under one roof.
Families can spend the day climbing, creating, playing, exploring and discovering new local resources while enjoying attractions and entertainment throughout the show floor.
“The Florida Kids & Family Expo is really about giving families a place to spend the day together and make memories,” said Brandi Zrallack, producer of the Florida Kids & Family Expo. “There is so much for kids to see and do, and parents also have the opportunity to discover businesses, organizations, schools, activities and resources that can support their families all year long.”
This year’s Expo includes a packed lineup of family experiences, including:
· Touch-A-Truck
· Petting Zoo
· Pony and camel rides
· Animal shows and encounters
· Wrestling ring
· Rock wall
· Train rides
· Fun Bus
· Virtual reality experiences
· Sports zones
· Axe throwing
· Putt-putt
· Tennis activities
· Orlando Magic basketball activities
· STEM experiences
· Face painting
· Princess and character appearances
· Lightsaber training
· Board game developers
· Authors
· Culinary activities
· Live performances
· Orlando Aerial Acts
Families will also find appearances and experiences featuring animals from organizations including Gatorland, Cock-A-Doodle-Doo, That Animal Guy and Pet Skunk Rescue.
Live entertainment will take place throughout both days, including aerial performances and professional wrestling.
Orlando Aerial Acts will perform Saturday at 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m., and Sunday at 12:30 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Wrestling performances are scheduled Saturday at 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., and Sunday at 12 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Families can also take advantage of special offers available during the weekend.
On Saturday, children attending the Expo can receive a free Chick-fil-A kids meal offer from the Universal Boulevard location with a paid child’s Expo ticket, while supplies and offer terms apply.
Every child who visits the Fun Spot America booth during the Expo can also receive a free child’s Fun Spot ticket, subject to promotional terms.
The first 50 children each day to visit the Crayola Experience booth will receive a free child’s ticket to Crayola Experience, while supplies last.
The Expo is presented with support from a wide range of community partners and sponsors, including Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children, Nemours Children’s Health, Florida Prepaid, Florida KidCare, WOW! Fiber, Suncoast Credit Union, Orange County Government, WFTV, WUCF, Orange County Public Schools, Seminole County Public Schools and more.
The Florida Kids & Family Expo will be held in the West Concourse of the Orange County Convention Center.
Florida Kids & Family Expo Details
Saturday, August 22, 2026
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday, August 23, 2026
11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: Orange County Convention Center – West Concourse
9800 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
Advance tickets start at $10 for a single-day ticket, with discounted multi-ticket and weekend options available. Children ages 0-2 are free.
Parking is $10 at the Orange County Convention Center.
Families are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance and arrive ready to spend several hours exploring the Expo.
For tickets, schedules, offers and complete event information, visit OrlandoKidsExpo.com.
About the Florida Kids & Family Expo
The Florida Kids & Family Expo is one of Central Florida’s largest annual family events, bringing together businesses, attractions, organizations, schools, products, services, entertainment and activities designed for children and families. The event gives parents an opportunity to discover local resources while kids enjoy a full weekend of interactive experiences and family fun.
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