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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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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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Pet Friendly Yappy Hour

Join your fellow pet parents and neighbors at The Addison at Universal Boulevard’s dog park and adjacent pavilion to meet and mingle with light refreshments. Goodie bags will be provided for pets, and there will be a portrait area set-up for your furry best friend to enter to win AUB’s pet of the month! Please note goodie bags are limited for first come, first served, but we will have plenty of treats for all pups. This event is free and open to all residents of AUB, but is BYOD (Bring your own dog!).

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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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Villian-tine’s Day Horror Festival

Attention Orlando Horror fans! On Friday the 13th, from 6pm-midnight, you can explore the Orlando Amphitheater and Central Florida Fairgrounds during a double feature of Scream and The Shining. This is a free event, but parking is $10/per vehicle. This event also will be home to a Villainous night market full of local artists and …

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EPCOT’s International Festival of the Arts reopens this week!

EPCOT at Walt Disney World is home to some of the best festivals in the Orlando area. Here at The Addison at Universal Boulevard, we love to celebrate artists of all kinds. With only a short drive, you can experience visual, culinary, and performance arts throughout EPCOT’s Future World and World Showcase. This event will …

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Orlando Fringe: 2023 Winter Mini-Fest

Orlando’s Fringe Festival is returning for its 7th annual Winter Mini-Fest beginning January 12th and lasting until January 15th. This festival will feature performance and visual art of all sorts. All events will take place at the Fringe ArtSpace located downtown at 54 W Church St. Tickets start at $15 and there is also a …

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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, …