May Happenings on I-Drive

There is something fun to do every day during the month of May on I-Drive! With everything from festivals, to trivia nights, beautiful brunches and so much more – our calendar this month is full of opportunities to have a great time with your friends and family! Check out these upcoming events for an experience to remember this May!

It’s a fun spot…

No really, it is.. Fun Spot! Known for their roller coasters, kart tracks, arcade games, and Gator Spot, Fun Spot America has, even more, to offer you during your visit this month!

On May 25th their Wine and Food Blues Festival will be going on from 4 pm to 9 pm. Pick up your wine lanyard and get ready to be exposed to delicious cuisine from 10 food trucks, as well as live entertainment throughout the entire event. Dishes from over 5 of the best food trucks, and 5 wine samples are included with the purchase of your ticket…so if you love good food and delicious wine, this event is one you attend!

Fun Run!

Gather up your friends and family and get ready to enjoy the sights, sounds, and your favorite Sesame Street friends as you travel through SeaWorld’s picturesque pathways and through the iconic Sesame Street neighborhood during the Furry Friends Fun Run at Sesame Street in Orlando, FL! This inaugural event takes place on May 11 and is a family-friendly fun run that benefits the Sesame Street Yellow Feather Fund that helps kids everywhere grow smarter, stronger, and kinder through critical early education, social impact programs, and of course copious amounts of fun!

Participants under 7 years old get to run for free at the Free Kid’s run, and some of the things that are included for all participants are a finish line festival with food and refreshments, a commemorative Furry Friends Fun Run Race T-Shirt, an inaugural Sesame Street themed finisher’s medal, and 30% off single-day SeaWorld tickets for participants valid from May 11th to the 23rd!

So, get your running shoes on, and come out to take part in this family fun activity that supports a great cause while having a blast! Buy SeaWorld Tickets HERE

MegaCon!

MegaCon is a place to celebrate all things pop culture, and is the Southeast’s largest comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming event, attracting over 100,000 fans each year for 4 days of non-stop fun!

While at the event you can get an autograph (or a few) with your favorite guests and get the inside scoop about your favorite movies and TV Shows by a celebrity panel! Sketch duos, “how to” workshops, costumed characters, and pick up some unique gifts that you’re sure to treasure for years to come in over 400,000 square feet of shopping madness! This event takes place at the Orange County Convention Center from May 16th through the 19th, so be sure to get the details and plan to attend this beloved event.

Trivia Night!

Are you a die-hard fan of the fantasy drama T.V. series, “Game of Thrones”? If so, you’ll appreciate IceBar’s month long, “It is Here” celebration to commemorate the finale of this popular series! The events within this month-long celebration include drink specials, themed trivia, entertainment, and so much more!

But, we’ll know how big of a fan you really are when you put your Game of Thrones knowledge to the ultimate test at their Game of Thrones-themed trivia nights, Sunday through Thursday from 5pm-9pm and Fridays and Saturdays from 5 pm-7 pm. Trivia participants who get five or more answers correct will receive half-off a drink and be entered to win a $1,000 VIP experience. No ticket purchase is required, so whether you round up your group of family and friends, or you bring a special someone to enjoy some fun with, be sure to come on out and revel in your love of the show with the perfect trivia night at Icebar Orlando.

May is for Mothers!

Plan ahead, and let I-Drive help make this Mother’s Day one that the mom in your life will cherish the memories of for years to come! Some of the hottest dining spots on I-Drive are offering buffet specials for Mother’s Day this year that you won’t want to miss!

Executive Chef Jose Gonzalez at Cuba Libre Restaurant and Rum Bar will be whipping up Cuban-style brunch classics along with seasonal tapas, and a carving station! Rosen Shingle Creek will also be hosting a Mother’s Day meal at Café Osceola that will feature an array of freshly prepared delights, plus unlimited champagne and mimosas to enjoy as you make your way to the various savory stations! And, Rosen Centre Hotel will be hosting a Mother’s Day brunch that features over 30 traditional dishes with everything from fresh seafood, to desserts, and champagne for the ultimate brunch experience! The Rosen Plaza Hotel will also be offering their annual Mother’s Day Brunch, as well as a Mother’s Day Stay Package that lets you pamper your mom all weekend long since she takes care of you all year long! Get all the details here.

I-Drive has a lot happening this May, and we can’t wait to enjoy the month with you! Check out our upcoming events page for a sneak peek at all the events taking place on I-Drive this month and plan to be part of the action!