Mayor Buddy Dyer

On Good Friday, I hope that all those recognizing the holy day have a blessed observance. Today is a reminder of the importance of compassion and love that helps in building a kinder society for all.

Fiesta in the Park is one of our community's most beloved annual events. It's a great opportunity to enjoy our great spring weather and spend time outside at Lake Eola Park.

Passover gets underway at sunset this evening. To the Orlando residents taking part in the observance, may this holiday bring you strength and hope for a bright future.

Orlando is a great sports town and a tremendous partner. We’re excited to grow our relationship and the @jaguars fan base in 2027. Let’s bring that #DUUUVAL state of mind to our friends in Orange County and then open that big beautiful stadium of the future as we welcome the team home in 2028!

I promised @MayorDeegan that Orlando will be a welcoming host for fans from Jacksonville when the @Jaguars play here in 2027. And that the fans in our city are ready to pack @CWStadium and give the Jaguars a home field advantage.

see you soon @Jaguars 🏟️

It’s Official! The @Jaguars are coming to Orlando in 2027. 🏈 Sign up up for priority access to tickets when they become available. ➡️ jaguars.com/orlando2027

The nation's premier sports destination will soon host NFL regular season games. We're thrilled that the @Jaguars have selected @CWStadium as their 2027 home field. Orlando can't wait to have the Jaguars here for a year!

It's unanimous! We'll play our 2027 home slate in ✨Orlandoooo✨ at @CWStadium.

The NFL is officially coming to the 407. 🏈 From Duuuuval to Orlando, the @Jaguars are making @CWStadium home for the 2027 season—bringing 904 energy with them.   One season. Total Orlando takeover. #HereForTheYear

Today, members of OPD's Communications Division participated in the Lake Nona High School Career Expo to speak to students and their parents about careers as Emergency Communication Specialists (ECS).   ECSs are vital to the success of our officers and serve as the backbone supporting OPD’s sworn personnel.   If you’re interested in serving your community as an Emergency Communications Specialist, visit: orlando.gov/Public-Safety/…

The Pet Alliance is one of our community's most beloved non-profit groups. It's wonderful that its new facility will help the organization find homes for more cats and dogs. orlandomagazine.com/pet-alliance-o…

A new addition to Orlando’s sports scene makes their debut tonight. Our city is excited to welcome the @UFLStorm and support the team at @InterCo_Stadium.

When they returned home after serving during the Vietnam War, some veterans were not warmly welcomed back. If you have Vietnam veterans in your life, today - National Vietnam War Veterans Day - is a great day to thank them and let them know that their service is appreciated.

It’s the perfect time of year to get outside and explore our city parks, including the beautiful Dickson Azalea Park near downtown.

Meet the Nutty Buddy Toast - Mayor Buddy Dyer approved!  Mayor stopped by Great Harvest Bakery & got a taste of the Nutty Buddy Toast. Peanut butter, banana, honey, & candied bacon on Dakota bread. And Mayor said it best, "everything is better with bacon on it!" 😋

Today, the Orlando Police Department, along with Mayor Buddy Dyer and Commissioner Tom Keen, joined Neighborhood Watch leaders to recognize Storey Park as the 2025 Neighborhood Watch Group of the Year with an official sign unveiling. Their commitment to staying connected, informed, and engaged shows how strong partnerships between neighbors and police help keep Orlando safe. Through partnerships with communities like Storey Park, OPD continues to make meaningful progress, helping drive historic lows in crime across the city.

The power of police-community partnerships was on display today. We celebrated the active and engaged residents of Storey Park with the @OrlandoPolice Neighborhood Watch of the Year award, recognizing them for working with officers to ensure their neighborhood remains safe.

Three of the world's top men's soccer national teams are playing in Orlando over the next few days, starting with Colombia and Croatia tonight. We're excited to host these teams as they get ready for the World Cup, and welcome their fans to our city.

HAPPENING TOMORROW ! The Orlando VA Health Care System (OVAHCS) will host a Vietnam War Veterans Day ceremony on Friday, March 27, 2026, at 10 a.m. at the Orlando VA Medical Center Amphitheatre. The event is open to the public and will honor the service and sacrifice of Vietnam War Veterans. The ceremony will bring together Veterans, community leaders, and supporters to recognize those who served during the Vietnam War and to thank them for their dedication to the nation. “We are proud to honor the courage and sacrifice of our Vietnam Veterans,” said Timothy J. Cooke, director and CEO of the Orlando VA Healthcare System. “This ceremony is an opportunity for our community to come together, reflect on their service, and ensure that the men and women who served during the Vietnam War receive the recognition and gratitude they deserve.” The event is held in collaboration with the Orange County Mayor’s Veterans Advisory Council, the Central Florida Veterans Memorial Park Foundation, and the Vietnam Unforgettable Memories Foundation. During the ceremony, Jerry L. Demings, mayor of Orange County, Florida, will present a proclamation honoring Vietnam Veterans. The keynote address will be delivered by Col. DeLoyd “De” Voorhees. A U.S. Army retiree and president of the Central Florida Veterans Memorial Park Foundation, Voorhees has been a strong advocate for honoring and preserving the legacy of Veterans throughout Central Florida and remains an important voice within the local Veteran community. Parking will be available in the east and west parking garages and in the south parking lot near the emergency room. Attendees are asked to refrain from parking in the Community Living Center and Domiciliary parking lots. Golf cart shuttles will be available to assist guests to and from the ground floor of the parking garages. Those interested in attending are encouraged to RSVP here: ow.ly/LU6v50Yz8sq Directions to the event: ow.ly/w0gG50Yz8so