Detailed Schedule of Events and Map Coming Soon!

Live Musical Performances – Enjoy uplifting music from local artists all day long!

All-Ages Yoga Sessions – Stretch, breathe, and feel the peace.

Children’s Storytelling – Cozy up for meaningful tales that inspire kindness and understanding.

Collaborative Public Art Project – Add your creative touch to a community art piece celebrating peace.

Human Peace Sign Photo – Be part of our iconic group photo tradition!

Special Appearance by Daniel Tiger! – Say hello and snap a photo with everyone’s favorite striped friend from PBS Kids Mr. Rogers Neighborhood.

Interactive Peace Zone –  Local organizations host hands-on, resilience and peace-themed activities for all ages!

Wellness & Resilience Area – Discover simple, powerful ways to care for your mind and body! Based on the Prescription for Wellness, this area highlights: Nature, Exercise, Mindfulness, Nutrition, Healthy Relationships, Mental Health

Apply to host a table at Peace Day in the Park! Nonprofit organizations with limited budgets who have a mission that aligns with promoting peace are welcome to apply. Organizations are accepted based on the discretion of the Peace Day Planning Committee. We are seeking a wide-range of organizations that offer a variety of services applicable to Central Florida. All are invited to apply by July 10, 2025!

2024 Peace Day Partners

• ArtReach Orlando
• Boys & Girls Clubs  of Central Florida
• Central Florida Freethought Community
• Children’s Advocacy Center
• Common Ground USA
• Credible Messengers
• Ginsburg Family Foundation & Central Florida Pledge
• Girl Scouts of Cirtus Council
• Global Peace Film Festival
• Guardian ad Litem
• Holocaust Center of Central Florida
• League of Women Voters/Prevent Gun Violence – Register Voters
• Muslim Ambassadors for Peace
• Muslim Women’s Organization
• Orlando Magic
• Osceola Children’s Cabinet
• Rollins Social Impact Hub
• Winter Park Library
• Winter Park Urban Forestry
• Youth Advocate Programs & One More Child

Mr. Rogers Self-Guided Walking Tour

Explore the neighborhood that shaped Mister Rogers on a walking tour of Rollins College and find out how we’re keeping his legacy alive on America’s most beautiful campus.

Along the way, you’ll experience exclusive Mister Rogers memorabilia and artwork and get a feel for how we’re educating the next generation of global citizens and responsible leaders.

In honor of Peace Day in the Park, this self-guided tour will be offered on September 20, from 9 a.m. – 12 Noon. Maps are available at Olin Library (Stop 1). To enhance your tour experience, download the Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Walking Audio Tour. For tour details or inquiries, please contact External Relations at 407-646-1520 or rmhopkins@rollins.edu.

Daniel Tiger will be in Central Park for Peace Day

This year’s special guest is Daniel Tiger from PBS KIDS’ Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood! Get your picture taken with Daniel and join WUCF as we explore friendship and “Meet the Helpers.”

Are you interested in volunteering at Peace Day in the Park? The Peace and Justice Institute is excited to provide this opportunity for high school students and community members who want to be involved. 

Volunteer Roles Include

• Helping set up our annual human peace sign 
• Supporting arts and crafts
• Playing with children in the Resilience Zone
• Helping the stage team coordinate performances the day of the event
• Set up and break down
• More!