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Lake Eola Expansion

Orlando · Park

Lake Eola Park Expansion is a City of Orlando initiative to grow and reconnect the signature downtown park at the heart of Orlando, Florida.

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Last verified Jul 15, 2026
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Est 2027
Completion
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The story so far
Announced Jul 18, 2024
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Financing secured Feb 9, 2026Orlando council + CRA approved $160M in TIF bonds (Feb 9) funding the downtown slate incl. Lake Eola; pre-construction deal with Turner for the Gateway Entrance
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Expected groundbreaking 2026 est.
Expected opening 2027 est.
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About the project

Lake Eola Park Expansion is a City of Orlando initiative to grow and reconnect the signature downtown park at the heart of Orlando, Florida. Funded largely through Community Redevelopment Agency dollars, the plan pairs a new gateway entrance off Rosalind Avenue with a pocket park, opening the lakefront more directly to the surrounding business district. The city assembled adjacent parcels along East Central Boulevard and South Orange Avenue for the gateway, with fresh landscaping and a new fountain intended to strengthen walkability and the connection between downtown and Lake Eola.

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Journal Coverage
Lake Eola Expansion has been covered in 1 article on Markets of Tomorrow.
Common questions

Frequently asked

Where is Lake Eola Expansion located?

Lake Eola Expansion is located in Orlando.

When will Lake Eola Expansion be built?

Lake Eola Expansion is an announced development that has not yet started construction, targeting completion in 2027 (a TMW estimate).

Who is developing Lake Eola Expansion?

City of Orlando is the developer behind Lake Eola Expansion.

Who designed Lake Eola Expansion?

Lake Eola Expansion was designed by CPH Inc..