Happy Hours in International Drive
Explore 33 happy hours in International Drive, Orlando. Find drink specials, food deals, and the best bar promotions.
Last updated: May 6, 2026
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Kavas
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About International Drive Happy Hours
International Drive is Orlando's 11-mile tourist and entertainment corridor, stretching from the Premium Outlets near Universal in the north to SeaWorld and the Convention Center in the south. For happy hour, the action concentrates at two main hubs: ICON Park, a 20-acre open-air complex with 15+ restaurants and bars anchored by the 400-foot Orlando Eye observation wheel, and Pointe Orlando, an upscale outdoor shopping and dining center at the southern end. The scene is decidedly tourist-friendly but not exclusively so -- convention-goers, theme park visitors, and locals looking for deals all mix here, especially during weekday happy hours. You will find everything from ICEBAR Orlando (70 tons of hand-carved ice, the longest happy hour on I-Drive running Sun-Thu 5-9pm) to dueling pianos at Howl at the Moon, live music at Tin Roof, Cuban cocktails at Cuba Libre, and craft beer at Yard House. The corridor is walkable within each hub, though driving or taking the I-Ride Trolley between hubs is necessary. Happy hour deals run strong, with most spots offering specials between 3pm and 7pm.
Parking
ICON Park offers free parking on garage floors 4-7, with premium parking available on floors 2-3 -- this is the best free option on I-Drive. Pointe Orlando has a 2,000+ space parking garage with fees ranging from $5 to $10 depending on duration, though select restaurants validate parking. Street parking along I-Drive itself is limited and not recommended. If visiting multiple spots, park at ICON Park for free and use the I-Ride Trolley to reach Pointe Orlando.
Getting There
The I-Ride Trolley runs daily 8am-10:30pm along two routes (Red and Green Lines) covering the full length of I-Drive, with stops at ICON Park, Pointe Orlando, and the Convention Center. Single fare is $2; a one-day unlimited pass is $5. Trolleys arrive every 20-30 minutes. Rideshare is also widely available.
Best Time
Weekday happy hours (Monday-Friday, 3pm-7pm) offer the best drink deals and thinner crowds. Monday through Wednesday tends to be the quietest, with some venues like The Lawn Bar at ICON Park running all-day happy hour pricing. Weekends bring heavier tourist traffic, especially after 7pm. Convention weeks (check the OCCC calendar) can make the southern end of I-Drive significantly busier.
Pro Tip
Start at ICON Park for free parking, hit Yard House or Tapa Toro for early happy hour (3pm), then trolley south to Pointe Orlando for a second round at Cuba Libre or Kavas Tacos + Tequila before their specials end at 6pm. This two-hub strategy lets you experience the best of I-Drive without moving your car.
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