Discover Florida
Please note that Discover FL is for current students only and one registration is allowed per student ID per trip. All event dates, times, locations, and prices are subject to change. Trips generally become available for sign-up 3 weeks before date of the trip at 12pm (noon), reminders are posted on Instagram @FSCCSI.
In-Person
![Halloween Horror Nights](https://fsc-web-2021-stage.bluemod.us/getattachment/a7c80135-b161-4abc-a620-3a64314ddbeb/sq-lg-jack-o-lantern.jpg?lang=en-US&ext=.jpg)
Discover Florida
Halloween Horror Nights
Oct 4
Step right into some of the most pulse-pounding moments in horror history at Universal Orlando Resort’s Halloween Horror Nights. Face 10 terrifying haunted houses, inspired by the biggest names in fear, and make your way through multiple street experiences where creatures lurk around every turn. You’re never quite sure if your spine is tingling with dread or sheer excitement.
Registration Opens: 9/13/24
Registration Closes: 9/29/24
Tickets: 200
Location: Orlando Studios
Cost: $30
In-Person
![Busch Gardens](https://fsc-web-2021-stage.bluemod.us/getattachment/b91d2672-8e60-4d0b-ae72-062037b3d535/sq-lg-busch-gardens.png?lang=en-US&ext=.png)
Discover Florida
Busch Gardens
Oct 15
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay features up-close encounters with exotic animals, incredible thrill rides and live entertainment. With nearly 3,000 animals and 10 thrilling coasters known for being the fastest, steepest, tallest coasters in the country, Busch Gardens is a thrilling fall break experience.
Registration opens: 9/24/24
Registration Closes: 10/8/24
Tickets: 10
Location: Busch Gardens Tampa
Cost: Free
In-Person
![Southern Hill Farms Fall Festival](https://fsc-web-2021-stage.bluemod.us/getattachment/78f90075-2540-4e2e-9d31-b6d28e8fe052/sq-lg-farmers-market.jpg?lang=en-US&ext=.jpg)
Discover Florida
Southern Hill Farms Fall Festival
Oct 17
We are looking forward to the 8th annual Fall Festival at Southern Hill Farms! What fall adventure would be complete without mouth-watering apple cider donuts, jolly Jumbo Jack carving pumpkins and s’mores around the fire pits? Enjoy the corn maze, pick your own sunflower, or bring home the feeling of fall on the farm with unique products, all made right in Southern Hill Market.
Registration opens: 9/26/24
Registration Closes: 10/10/24
Tickets: 12
Location: Southern Hill Farms
Cost: Free
In-Person
![Bok Tower](https://fsc-web-2021-stage.bluemod.us/getattachment/1854e25c-6e71-4b8c-89ef-7efb9350988e/sq-lg-bok-tower.jpg?lang=en-US&ext=.jpg)
Discover Florida
Bok Tower
Nov 3
Bok Tower Gardens has offered some of Florida’s most remarkable experiences to more than 23 million visitors since 1929. The Gardens offer unparalleled opportunities for artistic, cultural, personal, and spiritual enrichment.
Registration opens: 10/11/24
Registration Closes: 10/28/24
Tickets: 50
Location: Bok Tower Gardens
Cost: Free
In-Person
![Disney Springs](https://fsc-web-2021-stage.bluemod.us/getattachment/611cf3c5-d797-427c-93b4-398bf3f1f9c4/sq-lg-disney-springs.jpg?lang=en-US&ext=.jpg)
Discover Florida
Disney Springs
Nov 25
Find the perfect Christmas present for your loved ones at Disney Springs! Make reservations for unique dining options, enjoy bowling, or take a ride in a hot air balloon!
Registration Opens: 11/4/24
Registration Closes: 11/18/24
Tickets: 50
Location: Disney Springs, Disney World
Cost: Free
In-Person
![Bioluminescent Kayaking](https://fsc-web-2021-stage.bluemod.us/getmedia/ea6ca01a-9bb6-4cab-8e9f-2d88e9a7a37e/sq-lg-bioluminescence.jpg?width=600&height=600&ext=.jpg)
Adventure Recreation
Bioluminescent Kayaking
Sep 13
Who is ready to kick off the year with an amazing kayaking paddle? Join us for our bioluminescent kayaking trip where we will be doing a night paddle to see all of the amazing bioluminescent dinoflagellates found in Florida’s waters!
Registration opens 8/26/24 @ 7:00 AM
This event is available only to current FSC students.
In-Person
![Shell Key Snorkel/Beach Trip](https://fsc-web-2021-stage.bluemod.us/getmedia/e1425d57-977a-46b3-bae4-f308d040bfdd/sq-lg-snorkeling.jpg?width=600&height=600&ext=.jpg)
Adventure Recreation
Shell Key Snorkel/Beach Trip
Oct 16
Get ready for an epic beach day! Join us over fall break where we go to Shell Key! This island is great for snorkeling, fishing, shell hunting, and so much more! We will be out all day enjoying this island and soaking up the sun!
Registration opens 9/30/24 @ 7:00 AM
This event is available only to current FSC students.
In-Person
![Paintball](https://fsc-web-2021-stage.bluemod.us/getmedia/2d6e8377-be35-41dd-b23d-9a9baedb97ba/sq-lg-paintball.jpg?width=600&height=600&ext=.jpg)
Adventure Recreation
Paintball
Nov 16
Who is ready to get tactical! Join us for a day of paint slinging at our paintball excursion. Enjoy the sun, fun, and paint!
Registration opens 10/28/24 @ 7:00 AM
This event is available only to current FSC students.
Local Events & Attractions
20 Miles or Less
- Circle B Bar Reserve (Winter Haven)
- First Fridays (Downtown Lakeland)
First Friday every month
Free - Food Truck Rally (Downtown Lakeland)
Second Thursday every month - FSC Waterfront Kayaking (On Campus)
- Hollis Wellness Center Equipment Rental (On Campus)
- Legoland (Winter Haven)
- Mayfaire by the Lake (Downtown Lakeland)
Mother’s Day Weekend For details, visit the AGB Museum of Art - Pigfest (Lakeland)
- Sun ’n Fun (Lakeland)
40 Miles or Less
- Adventure Island (Tampa)
- Alafia River State Park (Lithia)
- Busch Gardens (Tampa)
- The Florida Aquarium (Tampa)
- I-Drive 360 (Orlando)
- Museum of Science and Industry (Tampa)
- Walt Disney World (Orlando)
50 Miles or Less
- Manatee Viewing Center (Apollo Beach)
- Universal Orlando (Orlando)
- Wet ‘n Wild (Orlando)
70 Miles or Less
- Clearwater Beach (Clearwater)
- The Dali Museum (St. Petersburg)
- Fort de Soto Park (St. Petersburg)
- Madeira Beach (Madeira)