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Orlando, Florida will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Magical Dining event, featuring over 160 restaurants from August 15 to September 30. Diners can enjoy three-course meals while contributing to charity, with $1 or $2 donated for each meal sold. The event highlights 24 new restaurants, with unique dining experiences and special editions to mark the anniversary. The growing program continues to showcase local culinary excellence and aims to raise funds for childhood literacy initiatives.
Orlando, Florida is gearing up for the 20th anniversary of the Magical Dining event, which will take place from August 15 to September 30, 2025. The event features a record-breaking lineup of over 160 participating restaurants, making it the largest number in the program’s history.
During this six-week culinary celebration, diners will have the opportunity to enjoy three-course prix-fixe meals priced at either $40 or $60 per person, not including tax and gratuity. New to this year’s event are 24 restaurants, including 15 establishments recognized by the MICHELIN Guide Florida. Notable participants include The Ravenous Pig, AVA MediterrAegean, and Otto’s High Dive, celebrated for their culinary excellence. Each restaurant offers a unique experience, and a selection of them will also feature a limited-edition dish to commemorate the 20th anniversary.
This year’s Magical Dining program maintains its commitment to charitable giving. For every $40 meal sold, $1 will be donated to the REED Charitable Foundation, which focuses on childhood literacy. Meals priced at $60 will contribute $2 to the charity. Since its inception in 2009, the Magical Dining program has raised nearly $3 million for local organizations. Furthermore, Visit Orlando plans to allocate a $3,000 donation to a local nonprofit in each of Orange County’s six commission districts.
In addition to the dining experience, guests can pair their meals with special hotel deals and various arts-and-culture events available throughout the city. Participants interested in exploring the culinary landscape can view restaurant offerings and make reservations via OrlandoMagicalDining.com or through OpenTable, depending on availability.
The Magical Dining event was first held in 2005 and has grown from a single-week event to its current six-week format. It encourages patrons to discover new dining experiences and has seen a special focus on providing vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options to cater to diverse dietary preferences. The event’s expansion into various Orlando districts, including Downtown and Winter Park, provides visitors with ample opportunities to explore the culinary scene.
With the excitement building for the 20th year of Magical Dining, diners can look forward to an enhanced gastronomic experience, all while contributing to a noble cause supporting childhood literacy in the community. Reservations are already being taken, and patrons are encouraged to secure their spots early to enjoy this special event.
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- Visit Orlando
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- Wikipedia: Magical Dining Orlando
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