Things To Do In Orlando In March

Your complete guide to March in Orlando: the events and festivals worth planning around, what the weather and crowds are like, and the best tours to book this month.

Weather

Warm and sunny, with average highs near 80 °F.

Crowds

Very busy with spring break.

Our tip

Book theme park tickets and popular tours well ahead.

Events in Orlando in March

Dates change every year. Confirm with the organizer before you plan your trip.

Festival

Universal Mardi Gras

  • Select dates from February into April
  • Universal Studios Florida

New Orleans-style parades with bead tosses, Cajun and Creole food and concerts on select nights.

Tip: Parades and concerts are included with Universal Studios admission on event nights.

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Festival

SeaWorld Seven Seas Food Festival

  • Weekends in late winter and spring
  • SeaWorld Orlando

Global food and drink booths across the park, paired with weekend concerts.

Tip: Sampling lanyards can save money if you plan to try several dishes.

Festival

EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

  • Typically early March through late May or early June
  • EPCOT, Walt Disney World

Character topiaries, themed gardens and outdoor kitchens fill the park during Orlando's most pleasant season.

Tip: Weekday mornings are the quietest time to see the gardens.

Arts

Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival

  • A weekend in March
  • Central Park, Winter Park

One of the country's best-known outdoor art shows, with hundreds of artists lining Park Avenue and Central Park.

Tip: Arrive early and use the SunRail train to skip the parking scramble.

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Sports

Orlando City SC home matches

  • Major League Soccer season, roughly late February through October
  • Inter&Co Stadium, Downtown Orlando

Orlando's MLS club plays in a soccer-specific downtown stadium known for a loud, purple-clad supporters section.

Tip: Evening kickoffs are common in summer to avoid the heat.

Sports experiences in Orlando
Sports

Orlando Magic home games

  • NBA regular season, roughly late October through mid April
  • Kia Center, Downtown Orlando

Catch an NBA game downtown, an easy night out with restaurants and bars within walking distance.

Sports experiences in Orlando
Space

Rocket launches on the Space Coast

  • Year round, several times a month
  • Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral

Florida's Space Coast now hosts frequent launches, and many are visible from Orlando on clear days and nights.

Tip: Launch times move often. Book tours with free cancellation.

Kennedy Space Center tours

Every week

Market

Winter Park Farmers' Market

  • Every Saturday morning
  • Historic train depot, Winter Park

A beloved local market with produce, baked goods, flowers and coffee a block from Park Avenue.

Tip: Pair it with the Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour nearby.

Best sightseeing tours
Market

Lake Eola Farmers Market

  • Every Sunday
  • Lake Eola Park, Downtown Orlando

Local vendors, food stalls and live music along the lake. Rent a swan boat while you are there.

Free things to do in Orlando
Market

Audubon Park Community Market

  • Monday evenings
  • Audubon Park Garden District, Orlando

An evening market with local farmers, food trucks and makers in one of Orlando's most walkable neighborhoods.

Spring break favorites

Top-rated experiences with live prices and availability.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do in Orlando in March?

Popular March events include Universal Mardi Gras, SeaWorld Seven Seas Food Festival, EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival. Weekly favorites like the Winter Park and Lake Eola farmers markets run all year.

What is the weather like in Orlando in March?

Warm and sunny, with average highs near 80 °F.

Is March a good time to visit Orlando?

Very busy with spring break. Book theme park tickets and popular tours well ahead.