SoDo District

05/28/2026

This weekend, we’re honored to kick off our partnership with United Arts of Central Florida to come alongside this meaningful opportunity celebrating Space Station Studio 🧡

Full Circle – Twelve Year Anniversary Exhibition

Twelve years of community. One celebration.

Join us in celebrating this major milestone for Space Station Studio and take in the group exhibition honoring every artist who has helped shape the space over the past twelve years, featuring over 100 local artists coming together in one show.

The two days of programming includes live music, live painting, and on-site portrait experiences throughout the weekend.

📅 Saturday, 5/30 from 6–10PM
🎧 Maddie G
🖼️ David Lawrence - free portraits

📅 Sunday, 5/31 from 5–8PM
🎧 Hunnicutt
🎨 Jones – live painting
🖼️ David Lawrence - free portraits

📍 Space Station, S**o District - 315 W Grant St, Suite C

We hope you’ll join us in celebrating this meaningful creative gathering and supporting 12 years of local artists and community at Space Station.

Many thanks to United Arts of Central Florida and Orlando Health for coming alongside our Orlando Main Streets communities in this effort. A thriving arts community fuels lasting prosperity, creativity, and well-being for all! 🍊🧡🍊

Poster Art: Dave McDermott

05/26/2026

☕️ Congratulations, S**o Squeeze of the Month Ligature Coffee!

This month, we’re proud to spotlight Ligature Coffee, a neighborhood coffee shop built around quality, transparency, and community connection.

Founded by barista and roaster Chris Mock in 2017, Ligature began with a simple goal: serve great coffee while doing right by the people who grow it. Focused on transparent sourcing and equitable partnerships across the supply chain, Ligature has grown into one of Orlando’s standout specialty coffee brands.

Together, owners Chris Mock and Andrew Irvin bring that vision to S**o — creating a welcoming, everyday gathering place designed to feel rooted in the neighborhood. “We looked for a spot where we could fill a need rather than opening in an area already crowded with coffee shops.”

They chose S**o because of its strong sense of community and opportunity to bring something fresh to the district. Now, Ligature Coffee has become a go-to neighborhood spot where residents, professionals, and visitors alike can connect over thoughtfully crafted coffee.

They are consistently open 7 days a week from 7am - 3pm and we’re proud to have them as part of S**o and the Orlando Main Streets family!

05/21/2026

Please join us in officially welcoming Sabai Thai Street Food to the S**o Main Street District celebrating their ribbon cutting and grand opening celebration this week. 🧡🇹🇭

Located at 3333 S Orange Ave, Sabai brings authentic Thai street food rooted in family recipes and generations of culinary tradition. The restaurant is family-owned and operated by Bill, Viradee, and Alex, with a focus on handmade dishes, bold flavors, and a welcoming neighborhood dining experience.

Fittingly, “Sabai” is associated with comfort, ease, and a sense of well-being — something that clearly carries through in both the atmosphere and hospitality the family has created.

New locally owned businesses like Sabai help bring more energy and activity to the district, giving residents and visitors more places to gather, dine, and connect. Each new opening adds to the unique character of S**o and helps continue the momentum of thoughtful growth and reinvestment happening throughout the corridor.

We are proud to support Sabai as they join the S**o and Orlando Main Streets community and encourage everyone to stop by, experience their menu, and celebrate this exciting addition to the neighborhood.

Welcome to S**o, Sabai Thai Street Food. 🍊🧡

05/15/2026

Please join us in welcoming Flavors of Jamaica to S**o District! 🧡🇯🇲🍊

This family-owned restaurant is bringing authentic Jamaican cuisine, bold flavors, and warm hospitality to the neighborhood, and their grand opening is happening this weekend!

Go check out this revitalized space, upgraded interiors, and a new back patio area, great for large gatherings.

We’re excited to welcome another passionate small business to S**o and encourage everyone to stop by, say hello, and support them during opening weekend.

📍 2610 S Fern Creek Ave.
🎉 Grand Opening This Weekend

Welcome to the district, the Orlando Main Streets, and downtown City of Orlando - Government family!

05/01/2026

This week, S**o leaders had the opportunity to co-host a S**o Neighbor Meet & Greet with United Agains Poverty - Orlando ☕️

It was a great morning spent connecting with neighbors, business leaders, and community partners — sharing more about our work and having meaningful conversations about how we continue to support the S**o and greater Orlando community together. These conversation reinforce something important: strong communities are built through connection, coordination, and a willingness to work together.

We also reflected on moments where effective partnerships come to life — from storm response and sandbag distribution to coming together during the SNAP/EBT pause to support those in need. These are real examples of how this community shows up.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to the conversation. We’re grateful for these partnerships and look forward to continuing the work together.

04/22/2026

11/30/2025

✨🎄 Light Up S**o — Saturday, Dec 6 🎄✨

Behind every twinkle light is a S**o volunteer who said “sure, I’ll help”… and then did way more. 😂✨

Proof that S**o runs on holiday spirit, elbow grease, and a little bit of elf chaos. 🧡🍊🎄

Our volunteers are spreading joy, lifting ladders, and making S**o sparkle since forever. ✨🧝‍♂️🍊

These elves are highly trained in merrymaking and community magic. Proceed with cheer. 🎄💫🧡

11/29/2025

Today is the day to check out some Small Business Saturday adventures in our neighborhoods!!!

11/29/2025

Local businesses- check this out!

Providing grants to help small businesses grow, innovate, and support their local communities.

07/13/2025

🎉 Join S**o District & RockPit Brewing to celebrate Orlando’s 150th Anniversary on Saturday, July 19 from 6–10 PM!
📍 RockPit Brewing – 10 W Illiana St

🎸 Live music from Shreddie King
🍔 Eats by Smash Brothers Food Truck
🍹 Special brews + cocktails
🎉 FREE event – donations support S**o District’s nonprofit mission

💛 Huge thanks to our sponsors: The Orlando Shine & Downtown South NID for making this celebration possible!

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02/11/2025

Join the Orlando Police Department for a Community Meeting with Chief of Police Eric Smith on Thursday, February 18 from 6-8pm at Wadeview Community Center.

We invite all members of the community to come participate in this meaningful exchange with our local leaders.

For more information, contact Corporal Eddie Rosado’s at 321.689.7169 or [email protected]

We look forward to seeing everyone there!