Valencia College Community Affairs serves as a liaison between the college and the Central Florida community. We work to create opportunities for connection between the college and the business community, and work on the college’s economic development initiatives with the Orlando Economic Partnership. We also develop and maintain relationships with the area’s non-profit organizations through events, partnerships, outreach, and civic initiatives.

Sponsoring and attending events is an essential part of our community affairs work. These events allow us to support important community initiatives, expand the depth and breadth of our external presence, and allow us to reach new audiences.

For tips and guidelines on attending community events, take a look at our  community event toolkit.


We are all ambassadors of Valencia College and it’s a privilege to represent our organization in the community.

For more information on community events, contact:

Stephanie Howell

External Organizations Facilities Use Request

Valencia College may authorize the use of college buildings and facilities by external groups, organizations or agencies.  A facilities use request form must be completed for consideration.  If you are interested please submit a request form, which includes information on requirements and use restrictions.

Insurance is required.  Please see the minimum requirements.  These may change based on the events/activities taking place.  Sample insurance form and minimum requirements.

Check out the ways that Valencia College is connecting to the community and helping positively shape the Central Florida area.



Events


2024 Upcoming Events

 

December 14, 2024
Central Florida Hotel & Lodging Association
2025 CFHLA Hospitality Gala
Loews Sapphire Falls Resort
6601 Adventure Way, Orlando FL 32819
6:00pm - 11:00pm

December 14, 2024
Hispanic Chamber of Metro Orlando & Prospera
Don Quijote Awards
Epcot World Showplace Pavilion
1910 Avenue of the Stars, Orlando FL 32836
6:30pm

January 31 - February 2, 2025
Preserve Eatonville Community
ZORA! Festival 2025
Historic Eatonville
227 E Kenedy Blvd., Eatonville FL 32751
Friday 9:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 9:00am-6:00pm                            and Sunday 10am-5:00pm

March 12, 2025
School District of Osceola
2025 Education Awards
TBA
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2024 Past Events

 

January 10, 2024
Orlando Economic Partnership
State Legislative Session - Welcome Dinner 2024
Eve on Adams, Tallahassee FL 32301

January 12, 2024
Orlando Mayor's Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 
Commission Luncheon
Location & Time TBD

January 17, 2024
Orlando Economic Partnership
2024 Annual Dinner
UCF Addition Financial Arena
12777 Gemini Blvd. N., Orlando FL 32816
6:00pm - 9:00pm

January 22, 2024
Central Florida Hotel & Lodging Association
State of Hospitality Tourist Summit
Double Tree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at Seaworld
10100 International Dr., Orlando FL 32821
8:30am - 10:30am

January 23, 2024
JA Inspire
Osceola Heritage Park
1875 Silver Spur Lane, Kissimmee FL 34744
8:30am - 4:00pm

January 26, 2024
Polaris Star Awards
UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management
9907 Univeral Blvd., Orlando FL 32819

February 3, 2024
99th Annual Meeting "Habana Nights"
Disney's Coronado Springs
1001 W. Buena Vista Dr., Orlando FL 32830
6:00pm - 11:00pm

February 9, 2024
Big Orange Awards by West Orange Osceola Chamber of Commerce
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
1000 W. Beauna Vista Drive
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
7:00pm - 10:30pm

February 23, 2024
Winter Park Chamber of Commerce
State of the City Luncheon
The Alfond Inn at Rollins
300 E. New England Ave, Winter Park FL 32789
11:30am - 1:30pm

March 6, 2024
School District of Osceola County
2024 Education Awards
Dinner and Awards Ceremony
Osceola Heitage Park
1875 Silver Spur Lane, Kissimmee FL 34744

March 9, 2024
20th Anniversary Eagle Awards Gala
African American Chamber of Commerce
Disney Coronado Springs Resort
1001 W. Buena Vista Dr., Orlando FL 32830
5:30pm

March 15, 2024
United Foundation of Central Florida
10th Anniversary Luncheon
Rosen Centre Hotel
9840 International Drive, Orlando FL 32819
12:00pm - 2:00pm

March 28, 2024
Principals Breakfast
by United Arts of Central Florida
Andretti Indoor Karting & Games Orlando
9299 Universal Boulevard, Orlando FL 32819
7:00am - 9:00am

April 2, 2024
Women United Luncheon
Presented by Heart of Florida United Way
Hilton Orlando
6001 Destination Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32819
11:00am - 1:30pm

April 5, 2024
Cheers to Change 2024
by Victim Service Center of Central Florida
Orlando Science Center
782 E. Princeton St., Orlando, FL 32803
6:00pm - 9:30pm

April 11, 2024
White Rose Tribute Event 2024
Holocaust Center 
Orlando Museum of Art
2416 N. Mills Ave, Orlando FL 32803
6:00pm - 8:00pm

April 19, 2024
Celebrate the Children Gala 2024
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida
Rosen Shingle Creek
9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando FL 32819

April 23, 2024
Downtown Orlando Partnership
2024 Golden Brick Awards
Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
155 Anderson St, Orlando FL 32801
3:30pm - 6:30pm

April 24, 2024
Education Foundation Osceola County
Scholarship Awards Ceremony
Osceola Heritage Park
1901 Cheif Osceola Trail, Kissimmee FL 34744
5:30pm

April 25, 2024
The National Center for Simulation
Florida Simulation Summit
Doubletree by Hilton at the Enterance to Universal
5780 Major Blvd., Orlando FL 32819
2:00pm - 6:00pm

April 29, 2024
The Osceola Chamber
Poinciana Council Scholarship Awards Luncheon
Media Center Poinciana High School
2300 S. Poinciana Blvd, Kissimmee FL 34758
11:30am - 1:30pm

April 30, 2024
Osceola County Boy Scout
Golden Eagle Dinner
Events Center at Osceola Heritage Park
1901 Chief Osceola Trail, Kissimmee FL 34744
7:00pm

May 8 - 10, 2024
2024 Talent Strong Florida Summit
by Florida College Access Network
Hilton Orlando
6001 Destination Parkway, Orlando FL 32819

May 10, 2024
The Salvation Army
An Evening for "Others"
Ports of Call as Sea World
7007 Sea World Drive, Orlando FL 32821
6:00pm

May 18, 2024
2024 Provider Appreciation Event
The Early Learning Coalition of Osceola
Kissimmee Elks Lodge
1655 Kings Highway, Kissimmee FL 34744
5:00pm

June 1, 2024
100 Black Men of Greater Orlando
2024 Scholarship Dinner
Rosen Centre Hotel
9840 International Drive, Orlando FL 32819
6:00pm

June 3, 2024
Orange County Public Schools
State of the Schools Address
Location and Time TBD

June 18, 2024
The Osceola Chamber
Osceola Update 2024
Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
6000 W. Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee FL 34746
11:30am - 1:30pm

August 23, 2024
Visit Orlando
Insights Luncheon & Economic Forum
Hilton Orlando
6001 Destination Parkway, Orlando FL 32819
10:00am - 1:30pm

September 11, 2024
West Orange Chamber of Commerce
The Boys Are Back-2024 Election Forecasting
Ocoee Lakeshore Center
125 N. Lakeshore Drive, Ocoee FL 34761
11:00am - 1:30pm

September 17, 2024
Samaritan Resource Center
Transforming Lives Breakfast
Whole Life Church
2800 N. Orange Ave., Orlando FL 32804
7:30am - 9:30am

September 20, 2024
Hope Partnership
3rd Annual Hope Gala-A Million Dreams
Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
6000 W. Osceola Pkwy., Kissimmee FL 34746
6:00pm - 10:00pm

October 1, 2024
4th Annual Osceola Star Business Awards
Hispanic Chamber of Metro Orlando
Embassy Suites by Hilton Lake Buena Vista South
4955 Kyngs Heath Road, Kissimmee FL 34746
11:30am - 2pm 

October 5, 2024
2024 Banquet-An Unforgettable Night
St. Cloud Chamber of Commerce
Osceola Heritage Park
1901 Chief Osceola Trail, Kissimmee FL 34744
5:30pm 

October 6, 2024
Viva Osceola 2024
Osceola Chamber of Commerce
Kissimmee Lakefront Park
201 Lakeview Dr., Kissimmee FL 34741
1:00pm - 7:00pm

October 10, 2024
2nd Annual Gala of Giving Hope
NAMI Greater Orlando
Winter Park Events Center
1050 W. Morse Blvd., Winter Park FL 32789
6:00pm

October 11, 2024
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Annual Mixtape Concert
The Vangaurd
578 N. Orange Ave., Orlando FL 32801
7:30pm

October 12, 2024
Shepherd's Hope
2024 Famous Faces Gala
Rosen Shingle Creek
9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando FL 32819
6:00pm - 11:00pm

October 15, 2024
2024 State of Downtown
Downtown Orlando Partnership
KIA Center
400 W. Church St., Orlando FL 32801
3:30pm - 6:00pm 

October 16, 2024
Hispanic Business Initiative
2024 Prospera Success Stories
Orlando Science Center
777 E. Princeton St., Orlando FL 32803
3:30pm

October 23, 2024
Leadership Orlando
50th Anniversary Breakfast (1975 - 2025)
SeaWorld Ports of Call
7007  SeaWorld Drive, Orlando FL 32821
8:30am - 10:30am

November 7, 2024
State of Osceola County 2024
Passport to Sustainability
Osceola Heritage Park
1901 Chief Osceola Trail, Kissimmee FL 34744
11:00apm 

November 8, 2024
31st Annual Larry Godwin Memorial Scholarship for Kids Golf Classic
Education Foudation of Osceola County
Royal St. Cloud Golf Links
5310 Michigan Ave., St. Cloud FL 34772
7:00am - 2:00pm

November 9, 2024
PoincianaFest '24: A Poinciana Festival of Community & Commerce
The Osceola Chamber
Boggy Creek AirBoat Adventures
2001 E. Southport Rd., Kissimmee FL 32746
10:00am - 2:00pm

November 13, 2024
Junior Achievement of Central Florida
47th Annual Hall of Fame
Rosen Shingle Creek Resort
9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando FL 32819
TBA



 
 

 

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Event Toolkit

For tips and guidelines on attending community events, take a look at our
 community event toolkit.