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Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras Returns

Universal Orlando’s yearly Mardi Gras celebration is running now through April 16th at Universal Studios theme park, just down the road from The Addison at Universal Boulevard. Guests can expect to enjoy a food, drink, live music, and a nightly parade to celebrate the Mardi Gras season. This year, Universal is bringing back their international …

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Paws In The Park

Calling all of The Addison at Universal Boulevard pups to Lake Eola! This annual pet walk and festival has become a local favorite for all pet owners and volunteers. Come out Saturday February 11th from 9am – 1pm to the heart of Downtown Orlando and help Pet Alliance of greater Orlando in support of their …

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Valentine’s Day Dinner at Tapa Toro

Looking for things to do to celebrate Valentines day? Plan a special night with your spouse at Tapa Toro in Orlando located at:Tapa Toro 8441 International Drive.Suite #260Orlando, FL  32819 You and your special someone can enjoy a delicious romantic spanish touch of a 4 course meal plus entertainment to make the night full of love …

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SeaWorld Orlando: Seven Seas Food Festival

The best time of year is BACK at SeaWorld Orlando, just 10 minutes away from The Addison at Universal Boulevard, with SeaWorld Orlando’s Seven Seas Food Festival, running from February 3rd until May 7th from Thurs-Sun each week. This event is offering more than 200 options, including global foods, wine, craft beer, and cocktails. Select …

Shrimp wrapped in bacon and lime, an example of what you'll find at the seafood food truck fest near Addison Universal.

Seafood Food Truck Fest

Looking for something to do this weekend? Are you a foodie looking for an adventure in flavor? Here at The Addison at Universal Boulevard we love eating local! Check out what’s happening this coming weekend. This popup fest consists of a medley of seafood trucks and vendors all compacted into a fun and delicious afternoon …

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Rock The Universe 2023

Rock at the biggest Christian music festival with headliners Zack Williams, Skillet, Mathew West and more. Jan-27th-29th at Universal Orlando resort starting at 4pm. Located just about 3.2 miles from the Addison at Universal Boulevard. Tickets for Rock the universe includes access for either one theme park per day starting at $135. Any additional information …

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Date night at Loews Portofino Hotel: Harbor Nights Romantico

Any plans after Valentines day? Great news! We have an event that’s near you that features crafted wines, with food stations and live band all starting at $79.00. This is a 21+ only event. The event takes place February 17th 2023, at 6:30pm-9pm Located at the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando For further …

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International Vegan Food Festival

This weekend, explore the International Vegan Food Festival at the Wall Street Plaza Downtown Orlando. Over 50+ local vendors will be in attendance for food, drink, and live entertainment. This is a family-friendly event with no admission fee, running from 3pm-8pm at 25 Wall Street on Saturday Jan 21. All residents know The Addison at Universal Boulevard is all about foodie culture!

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Orlando 2023 – January Local Events

Do you want to support your local favorite restaurants? Did you know there is a local event called “Local and Social Foodie Choice Awards”? This event allow us – the public – to decide who deserves the award for best dishes in our area. Check out the link before for more information regarding the event, …

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Toys for Tots Drive

Each year, The Addison at Universal Boulevard and ContraVest Management work with Sink Inc Sings, a Marine-owned business here in Orlando to collect Toys for Tots. With help from the Animal Health Center just around the corner, we were able to collect 175 toys for families in need this holiday season. Sink Inc has announced …

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PubKin Fest @ The Pub Orlando

The Pub Orlando is bringing back the PubKin Fest for its second year, hosted by Butterfly Dreams and Metamorphosis events on Sunday October 30th from 1:00pm-4:00pm. This free family event will be featuring a live DJ, games, prizes, face painting, character meet & greet, magic show, trick or treating and more! They will also be …

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Network After Work Orlando @Half Barrel Beer Project

Network After Work is a professional community made up of entrepreneurs, professionals, business owners, and executives focusing on building connections through networking events and workshops, both in person and virtual across industries. This coming Tuesday October 25th, they will be hosting a networking event across the street from The Addison at Universal Boulevard at Half …