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Fall Into Fun and Light Up the Season in Avalon Park Mark your calendars for a season packed with festivals, live music, parades, and holiday magic — and discover how you can be part of the stories that make our town so special. As the Florida heat begins to ease and the final months of the year unfold, Avalon Park transforms into a lively destination filled with family traditions, community celebrations, and magical moments. From the first stein raised in October to the twinkling lights of December, there is something for everyone to enjoy right here in the heart of East Orlando.
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Beyond these marquee events, the coming months will also feature weekly favorites like Movie Under the Stars, live music and trivia nights at the Marketplace, Food Truck Nights, and more — ensuring that there is always something happening right around the corner.
We are also inviting our readers to be part of two special community projects this season. First, we are The season kicks off with the return of one of Avalon creating the Avalon Park Community Cookbook, and Park’s most beloved fall traditions — Oktoberfest, we want to feature your favorite recipes! Whether it is happening October 10-11, 2025. Families and friends can a treasured family dish, a holiday tradition, or a go-to enjoy live music, traditional German cuisine, dancing, weeknight meal, your recipe can help tell the story of stein-holding competitions, and fun activities for all Avalon Park through food. ages. It is a weekend that captures the spirit of fall and brings neighbors together for a celebration unlike any Second, we are seeking nominations for Neighbors Making a Difference — people in our community who other. go above and beyond to serve, support, and inspire Just a few weeks later, the community’s Halloween others. Maybe it is a neighbor who always lends a spirit takes center stage with Spooktacular on October helping hand, a student leading a volunteer project, or 25, 2025. This free, family-friendly event invites all ages a business owner giving back. Whoever they are, we to enjoy an evening filled with trick-or-treating, costume want to celebrate them. contests, and themed performances throughout the To submit a recipe or nominate a community hero, downtown. please email Info@AvalonParkSun.com with your November offers the perfect opportunity to support entry. local businesses while getting a head start on holiday shopping during the Fall Craft Fair on November 8th. And while you are celebrating the season, do not forget Makers, creators and artisans will feature special deals to stay connected all year long by signing up for the and unique finds, making it an ideal day to explore Avalon Park Sun Digital Newspaper. Delivered straight to your inbox each month, it is the best way to stay Avalon Park and shop small. informed about upcoming events, community news, and local stories. Scan the QR code below to make sure The season reaches its peak in December with Avalon you are on the list. Aglow on December 6th, a cherished tradition that transforms the town center into a winter wonderland. Whether you have lived here for years or are Visitors can look forward to a dazzling holiday parade, discovering Avalon Park for the first time, this season the lighting of the town tree, spectacular fireworks, and is the perfect time to explore, connect, and celebrate all even a visit from Santa himself. It is a celebration that that our community has to offer. Mark your calendars, captures the joy and magic of the season and reminds bring your friends and family, and join us in making us all why Avalon Park is such a special place to call memories that will last long after the holiday lights home. come down.