Discover Family-Friendly Fun at The Central Florida Kids & Family Expo

By Noelia Trujillo
June 4, 2025

 

Ready to beat the summer heat and keep the whole family entertained? 

Mark your calendars for the 10th Annual Florida Kids & Family Expo on Saturday, August 23, and Sunday, August 24, 2025, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. 

This air-conditioned event is designed to connect families in Central Florida with a variety of entertainment, resources, and activities for all ages. 

 

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Here’s how to make the most of your family-friendly fun at the Florida Kids & Family Expo. 

 

Key Takeaways

 

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Entertainment  

Hands-on Fun 

With over 200 pre-natal, baby, toddler, kid, teen, and family exhibitors, the Florida Kids & Family Expo offers a variety of interactive experiences.  

Guests can expect everything from mechanical bulls to bumper cars, bounces houses, dodgeball games, and sports zones.  

Creative minds can head to arts and crafts sections, and animal lovers can enjoy a petting zoo and butterfly exhibit. 

Some vendors offer extra fun such as carnival rides, face painting, and pony rides for an additional fee, so keep some cash in your pocket for these extra thrills. 

 

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Unique Photo Opportunities 

Superheroes, princesses, pirates and beyond will be at the Florida Kids & Family Expo to meet and greet guests.  

Specific appearances have yet to be confirmed for 2025, but past guests have enjoyed snapping pictures with characters from Star Wars, Ever After, Tangled, Superman, Batman, and more.  

 

Live Performances 

Get ready to sit back, relax, and enjoy a show with your family by your side.  

At the Florida Kids & Family Expo, you’ll be treated to family-friendly performances, which are included in the price of your ticket. 

Last year’s acts included dazzling acrobatic aerial artists, live demonstrations from HBC Wrestling’s T-Bone Funk, and animal presentations from wildlife professionals. 

This year, you can enjoy performances by various live acts, vocalists, dancers, magicians, and more, on two stages – an aerial stage and a wrestling ring.  

 

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Freebies  

Who doesn’t love free goodies? 

When you purchase a ticket to the Florida Kids & Family Expo, you’re automatically registered for giveaways. 

In the past, prizes and freebies have included family tickets to Kennedy Space Center, Busch Gardens, Disney on Ice, the Crayola Experience, and many more.  

Individual businesses and organizations participating in the expo often have their own giveaways at their booths, including small toys, stickers, craft materials, and informational materials.  

Attendees also have a chance to win extra prizes via raffles, contests, and drawings, from select exhibitors, where winners take home goodies such as gift baskets, event tickets, and products or services. 

 

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Event Hours and Prices  

Doors open for the Florida Kids & Family Expo from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Sunday.  

The event was created by Central Florida based moms who are committed to keeping costs low and accessible to all families.  

Tickets are $10 when purchased online and $15 at the door. Children under 3 can attend for free, making this an affordable day for families of all sizes. Parking has also been discounted to $10 per car for the weekend.  

As a bonus, guests attending the expo on Saturday can present their ticket at Chick-fil-A on Universal Boulevard between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. to receive a free kids’ meal with each paid child ticket.  

 

Enjoy an Affordable Stay in Orlando  

 

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For families traveling to Orlando, the Rosen Inn International offers an affordable stay just minutes from the Orange County Convention Center.  

After a day exploring the vendors, shows, games, and giveaways at the Florida Kids & Family Expo, continue the enjoyment at our hotel’s family-friendly amenities, including two sparkling swimming pools, a playground, and an arcade.  

Book your cozy and convenient accomodations at Rosen Inn International today.  

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