June Happenings In Orlando

It's June, and Orlando fun is in full bloom! Here's a list of the top events going on this month.

Central Florida Pork & Wings BBQ Bash
Central Florida Fairgrounds
4603 W. Colonial Drive
Orlando FL 32808
June 9, 11am-10pm
Pork & Wings BBQ Bash website
BBQ fans rejoice! This festival is just for you. There's BBQ competitions, recipes, samplings, cooking demonstrations, and loads of fun for the entire family! Parking and admission is free, you pay only for what you eat or purchase. Central Florida's newest grilling showcase features ribs, brisket, chicken, pulled pork, and (of course) wings. Aside from the delicious food, there's also live entertainment, a kid zone, a dance competition, and much more.

Universal Orlando Resort's 2012 Summer Concert Series
Universal Studios Florida
8pm
June 9-July 14
Every Saturday, all summer long, enjoy huge performances from ZZ Top, 3 Doors Down, Al Green, Lupe Fiasco, and more! Concert is included in regular park admission/annual pass, or you can purchase concert tickets by clicking here

Cupcake Lovers Weekend
Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek
14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane
Orlando FL 32821
June 15, All Day
Cupcakes are all the rage these days. Find out why at this 2nd annual Cupcake Lovers Weekend. There will be cupcakes there to sample and purchase, as well as cupcake martinis, The Cupcake Bar, kid zone, decorating tips, a cupcake walk, and much more. Call 1-888-353-2013 for details.

22nd Annual Harvest Festival
Lakeridge Winery
19239 US 27 North
Clermont FL 34715
June 22-24
10am-5pm Friday & Saturday, 11am-5pm Sunday
Eat, drink, and stomp some grapes at Lakeridge Winery's flagship festival. You'll also be able to enjoy live music, and over 80 local artists and crafters will be on hand displaying their work. Complimentary winery tours and tastings are on offer, and Lakeridge wine, beer, soft drinks, and food are available for purchase. A mere $2 donation is suggested for admission. For more information, call 1-800-768-WINE or click here to be taken to the Lakeridge Winery website.

Summer Nights At SeaWorld
SeaWorld Orlando
7007 SeaWorld Dr.
Orlando FL 32821
June 23-August 12, Nightly
Experience extended hours and special events as SeaWorld Orlando stays open until 10pm every night, all summer long. As if being in the park at night wasn't cool enough, there's also a fireworks show, a high-energy rock-n-roll show called Shamu Rocks, and Summer Nights Central - a nightly dance party with a live DJ. Included with the price of admission to the park.