PGA Show 2027: what to do in Orlando after hours

26 to 28 January 2027 · ExpectedOrlando, United States

PGA Show keeps attendees on the show floor all day and leaves the evenings, the day after and partners' days free. This guide covers dinners that need booking, evening outings, a companion day and the day after in Orlando.

Airport to Orange County Convention Center

Orlando International (MCO) is 20 to 30 minutes from the parks; Brightline trains run to Miami.

International Drive.

Public transport directions to Orange County Convention Center

Where to stay by budget

BudgetWhereWhy
BudgetKissimmeeCheaper hotels and vacation homes.
Mid-rangeInternational DriveRestaurants and shuttles to the parks.
SplurgeDisney and Universal resort hotelsEarly park entry.

Three hotels we would book

Links search the nights from 25 January to 29 January. Event weekends sell out early and prices rise as the date gets closer: book a cancellable room as soon as you know you are going.

Day plans for the free hours

Built around the usual show week schedule for 26 to 28 January 2027. Session times change: check the official timetable and move the blocks around.

Evening one

Tuesday 26 January

After the show floor closes: dinner and a short evening outing.

Evening two

Wednesday 27 January

Team dinner night. Book early: every group in town wants the same tables.

Companion day

Wednesday 27 January

For partners who came along and do not have a badge.

The day after the show

Friday 29 January

Push the flight back a day. A full free day costs little and the city empties out.

Team outing

For corporate groups of 10 to 40: private tours and tastings book out first.

Family-friendly picks

Evening · Family · Nightlife

Dinner show

Medieval Times or Pirates.

Full day · Family

Magic Kingdom ticket

The classic Disney park.

Full day · Family

Universal Epic Universe

Universal's newest park.

Full day · Family · Indoor

Kennedy Space Center

Rockets and launch pads, 1 hour east.

Evening and day-trip tours

Evening · Family · Nightlife

Dinner show

Medieval Times or Pirates.

Full day · Family

Magic Kingdom ticket

The classic Disney park.

Full day · Family

Universal Epic Universe

Universal's newest park.

Full day · Family · Indoor

Kennedy Space Center

Rockets and launch pads, 1 hour east.

After dark

7 tours worth booking for PGA Show

TourLengthGood for
Magic Kingdom ticketFull dayFamilies
Universal Epic UniverseFull dayFamilies
Kennedy Space CenterFull dayFamilies, Bad weather
Airboat ride with alligatorsHalf dayFamilies
Springs kayak tourHalf dayFamilies
GatorlandHalf dayFamilies
Dinner showEveningFamilies, Night owls

Event weeks sell out. Book tours with free cancellation as soon as the session times are published.

Where to eat

Reserve dinner for the nights around the event: restaurants near the venue fill up days ahead.

Rainy-day backups

Full day · Family · Indoor

Kennedy Space Center

Rockets and launch pads, 1 hour east.

Getting around on event days

Day trips from Orlando

Bringing a group?

Corporate hospitality, fan clubs, teams and families travelling together: tell us the dates and group size and we will put together tours, transfers and a group dinner for PGA Show.

Plan a group trip

Questions people ask

When is PGA Show 2027?

The next edition is 26 to 28 January 2027, following the usual pattern. The organiser has not confirmed it yet.

How do I get from the airport to Orange County Convention Center?

Orlando International (MCO) is 20 to 30 minutes from the parks; Brightline trains run to Miami. International Drive.

Where should I stay for PGA Show?

For most visitors the best base is International Drive: Restaurants and shuttles to the parks.

What can we do between sessions at PGA Show?

Good short outings in Orlando include Airboat ride with alligators, Springs kayak tour, Gatorland. See the day plans on this page for a full schedule.

What is there for kids and families near PGA Show?

Family-friendly picks: Magic Kingdom ticket, Universal Epic Universe, Kennedy Space Center. Theme parks.

How far is Orange County Convention Center from Orlando centre?

About 15 km in a straight line. International Drive.

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