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Fall Food Festivals to Enjoy in Orlando, Florida

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Orlando, Florida, is well-known for being the home of Walt Disney World and Universal Studios. But did you know there are also several fall food festivals in Orlando? These festivals feature some of the best local restaurants, wineries, breweries, and even chocolate shops.

Orlando Fall Festivals

This article lists some fall food festivals that foodies can enjoy in Orlando, Florida.

Why Fall Is the Best Season to Visit Orlando, Florida

Fall is the perfect time to visit Orlando, Florida. The weather is beautiful, and the crowds are low. The cost of living is also at its lowest this season, meaning you can get more for less. And lots of fun fall festivals will make your trip even better.

Orlando has some great festivals in October and November, the best times to visit if you want big savings on hotels and other things you’re planning to do while vacationing in Orlando.

Moreover, the environment and temperature during fall are pleasant and comfortable. It resembles nice weather worldwide during these months. Suppose you stay in Australia; it will be like the spring season during these months. Even the humidity levels are almost similar at both locations. Hence, you can enjoy the same weather in Australia in Orlando, Florida, if you plan to visit the fall food festivals here.




Fall Food Festivals for Foodies to Enjoy in Orlando, Florida

There are many fall food festivals you can enjoy in Orlando, Florida. Here are some festivals you can enjoy when visiting Orlando in the fall season between September and November.

Epcot International Food and Wine Festival

The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival is one of the most popular food festivals in the world. Held for about two months each fall, it’s an event that draws people from all over Central Florida. There are many different events and activities at this festival, including:

  • Culinary demonstrations by celebrity chefs like Giada De Laurentiis and Paula Deen
  • Interactive tasting experiences with samples from 15 countries
  • An interactive culinary playground filled with fun activities for children as well as adults
    A daily concert series featuring live entertainment nightly at 5:30 pm (check schedule on website)
  • Specialty marketplaces such as The Cider House, where you can learn about different varieties of apples and eat some delicious foods made from them.

The festival gives you a taste tour across 6 continents from July 14 to November 19, 2022. Moreover, you get the opportunity to enjoy Disney gift cards and the shopping spree you can enjoy with them. You can also enjoy several other festivals at EPCOT, including the International Festival of the Holidays, the International Flower and Garden Festival, and the International Festival of the Arts.

2022 Taste of Space: Fall Bites

The 2022 Fall of Space: Fall Bites is a celebration of all things Halloween and science fiction while enjoying the incredible tastes of dining. The festival runs from September 30 to November 6, 2022.

You can enjoy a variety of treats here. According to the official event site, this year’s new menu items include:

  • Moon Rock Cafe with ingredients like pumpkin cheesecake and Wisconsin beer cheese soup with bacon and pretzel
  • Milky Way with the taste of apple blossom and caramel sauce
  • Chat with an Astraunaut while enjoying beer cheese dip with pretzel
  • Space bowl bistro with cranberry smoothie

You can also enjoy some special events along with 2022 Fall of Space: Fall Bites. If you visit the festival on October 7, 2022, you can enjoy an exclusive after-event, the 2nd annual taste of Space Martini Shake-Off. Moreover, a brand-new surprise event is planned this year, which will be held on November 4, 2022.




Hollerbach’s Oktoberfest

Only two weeks remain for the Hollerbach’s Oktoberfest festival, held from October 14, 2022, until October 16, 2022. The three days food fest is held at Sanford Civic Center, around 30 minutes from Orlando, Florida. It celebrates the German tradition as the visitors will enjoy German food, beer, music, dance, folk costumes, and the Gemütlichkeit.

The Hollerbach restaurant has also ensured less wait time in queues while ordering food by launching the new Festbands. These Festbands will cost $5 and serve as a payment method for efficient services. Festbands are available for presale, and you can purchase them from the official Hollerbach website.

There will also be some American fairs like burgers and hot dogs. For dessert, try the apple strudel or schnitzel with lemon sauce. The festival will also serve traditional Bavarian soft pretzels.

For entertainment, visitors can take part in a variety of activities, including kiddie rides, live music performances by Alpine oompah bands and polka dancers, as well as family-friendly games like bingo and corn hole tosses. If beer isn’t your thing, but wine is more your speed, don’t worry; there’s plenty of that too.

If you want something more substantial than just beer or wine? You’re covered there, too. A selection of specialty cocktails will be available at each booth throughout the festival grounds (and don’t forget about those German beers).

Annual Fall Fiesta in the Park

Orlando’s Annual Fall Fiesta in the Park is a popular festival that attracts over 100,000 people every year. Last year, the festival hosted 250 artists’ booths, kids’ areas, and thousands of visitors.

Held at Lake Eola Park, this annual event includes live music, entertainment, food, and arts and crafts. In addition to being a fun day out with family and friends, it also serves as an important fundraiser for local charities, including Hunger Relief of Central Florida.

This year marks the 51st Annual Fall Fiesta, held on November 5th and 6th, 2022. The Fall Fiesta features many activities, including food, rides and crafts, live music performances by local artists, arts & crafts booths, food vendors, costume contests for kids & adults, face painting, etc. Hence, you can be assured that you will find something enjoyable in visiting the festival.

Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic

The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic is held annually in the fall at the Swan and Dolphin Resort. The event features food from around the world, wine tastings, live music, and guest chefs. The festival is back this year, marking its 13th year, and will be held on 11th and 12th November from 5:30 to 9:30 pm.

The event also has a resort where you can stay if you plan to attend both days. However, there are also options to stay at other hotels nearby. You can enjoy dishes prepared by award-winning chefs and fine wine.

Conclusion

That’s all for now, but we hope that this list has given you some ideas for how to spend your time in Orlando during the fall. We know what it’s like to be overwhelmed by all the fantastic events in Central Florida, so we want to help you by providing this curated list of festivals that will delight foodies and families alike. Whether it’s a chili cook-off or new wine and beer tastings, there’s something here for everyone, including yourself.