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Polar Express Train Ride
This magical experience, select dates November 15 through December 30th, takes you and your children to the North Pole on board an actual train ride that recreates THE POLAR EXPRESS™ movie. You will have your golden ticket punched by the conductor, experience the dancing chefs who will serve cocoa and a tasty treat, interact with […]
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Crayola Experience Sensory Sunday
Crayola Experience Sensory Sunday is a special morning designed for kids and families of special needs. You can experience the attraction adapted just for sensory needs. Lights will be dimmed and music will be turned off. Sound reducing headphones will be available. A quiet room/space is open. Attraction opens one hour earlier at 9am and […]
Find out more »Universal Orlando Resort Holiday Celebrations
Guests can take their holiday traditions to the next level and experience the merry, mischief and thrills of Universal Orlando Resort’s Holidays celebration, beginning November 16, 2019 and running through January 5, 2020. Guests will find a winter “fun”-derland that the entire family will enjoy with incredible holiday experiences across the entire destination that put […]
Find out more »City of Longwood Farmer’s Market
Amazing fresh produce and seafood talented artists and crafters a variety of delicious food baked goods and so much more every Sunday 9 AM until 2 PM
Find out more »Breakfast With Santa LIVE at The Alfond Inn
Breakfast with Santa 9:00 am -11:00am Park Ave Ballroom Full Buffet Breakfast with open seating Tickets $40 Adults $20 Children ages 6 -12 Children 5 and under complimentary Complimentary valet parking Breakfast Buffet French Toast, Maple Syrup Belgium Waffles, Bourbon Maple, Whipped Cream, Berries Sausage, Egg and Cheese Strata Scrambled Eggs Ashville Breakfast Potatoes Pecan Smoked Bacon Spiral […]
Find out more »Wekiva Island Christmas & Snow Event
Lights will glitter. People will be bustling about for the perfect gift. Tidings of cheer will ring through the air. Central Florida will soon be wrapped up in the holiday spirit, but one thing will likely be missing. Snow. Not at Wekiva Island. The Island will truly deliver on all elements of the holiday season […]
Find out more »Epcot International Festival of the Holidays
From November 29–December 30, celebrate a joyous extravaganza like no other during Epcot International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth! Come discover Yuletide fun in all 11 World Showcase nations. Delight in the beloved Candlelight Processional. Savor seasonal food and beverage specialties at expanded Holiday Kitchens. And watch as costumed performers bring time-honored traditions […]
Find out more »Christmas Cookie Run at Bill Frederick Park
Cookies, Santa, & "Snow" 5K Family Fun Run with clock timing • 1 mile Fun Run • Photos with Santa • Cookies with Santa's elves • Costume contest • "Snow" • Awesome medals & race shirts WHEN Dec 15th 2019 (The race date has changed from SATURDAY December 14th to SUNDAY December 15th) The 1 […]
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LEGOLAND Christmas Bricktacular 2019
LEGOLAND Christmas Bricktacular 2019 Christmas Bricktacular Presented by Hallmark Channel’s Countdown to Christmas is back at LEGOLAND® Florida Resort this December. Celebrate the holidays with some very merry LEGO® builds, sweet holiday treats and resort-wide live entertainment during the theme park’s annual seasonal celebration for kids. This year, the festivities expand with “Holly Jolly Jubilee,” […]
Find out more »Christmas at Gaylord Palms Featuring ICE!
Create the ultimate experience this holiday season AND save money while you do it! Combine ICE! with 2 or more events and save up to 40% on your visit. Click here to buy a bundle. ICE! featuring THE POLAR EXPRESS: ICE! is back at Gaylord Palms with an all-new theme featuring THE POLAR EXPRESS™. Take […]
Find out more »Annual Country Christmas Car Show
Join us Sunday December 15 2019 starting at 10am at Horsepower Ranch’s annual Country Christmas Festival & Car/Truck Show Parking: Free Admission: $5.00 per person 2 and under FREE Show cars and Trucks $10.00 plus admission Purchase ticks for all activities 1.00 per ticket NO REFUNDS -pony rides -moogician -Sweeny family band -train rides -hay […]
Find out more »Santa’s Wonderland returns to Bass Pro Shops featuring FREE photos with Santa
Santa’s Wonderland is the ultimate free family Christmas event. The magic returns to Bass Pro Shops and Orlando-area families are invited to enjoy this enchanting Christmas village offering FREE 4x6 studio-quality photos with Santa and free family holiday activities including fun crafts and games. Features include rustic Christmas cabins, holiday characters and live elves set […]
Find out more »The Santa Workshop Experience
Orlando's Best Santa Photos are now at Fun Spot America. The breathtaking Santa photos that you have enjoyed at the mall since 2002, have relocated to Fun Spot America! Free admission. Free parking. Free carousel ride.Free train ride aboard Santa's North Pole Express. Unlimited cell phone and video with your advance reservation. To make reservations, […]
Find out more »Nature of the Game at Leu Gardens
A new fun and interactive exhibit is coming to Leu Gardens from November 16, 2019 thru April 5, 2020. This incredible exhibit is taking some of our favorite childhood games to an all new level. Nature of the Game was created in collaboration with Reiman Gardens and Iowa State University Architecture lecturer and artist, Reinaldo […]
Find out more »Colorful Christmas at Crayola Experience
Crayola Experience presents, Colorful Christmas! Experience the holidays Crayola-style with nine new winter-themed activities. Colorful Christmas begins November 23, and will run through January 5 at the family attraction, located at The Florida Mall. Help Santa save Christmas as you go on a themed adventure. Step inside a larger-than-life snow globe and be transported to […]
Find out more »Gingerbread Houses at Publix Cooking Schools
Forgo the mess at home, and bring the family here! This class allows you and your children (up to three kids) to decorate your own gingerbread house. One adult is required for each family group; children should be at least 4 years old. Menu We'll provide the materials, you bring your creativity and holiday spirit! […]
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Cookies with Santa and Mrs. Claus!
Butterfly Dreams presents : Cookies with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Join Santa and Mrs. Claus for some Christmas Fun! Your Mini and You will enjoy writing Letters to Santa, Photo Time with a #DREAMY set up by our sponsor - Camp Sweet Dreams, Story Time, and of course Milk and Cookies! We are only allowing […]
Find out more »Cookies with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Sugar Divas Cakery
Join Santa and Mrs. Claus for some Christmas Fun! Your Mini and You will enjoy writing Letters to Santa, Photo Time with a #DREAMY set up by our sponsor - Camp Sweet Dreams, Story Time, and of course Milk and Cookies! We are only allowing so many children per seating to ensure quality time with […]
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OH WHAT FUN! Lake Nona Holiday Festival
Lake Nona is kicking off the holiday season with its second annual Oh What Fun! A Holiday Festival featuring a flurry of festive activities for the whole family. From Nov. 29 to Jan. 5, Lake Nona Town Center will transform into a true winter wonderland with one of Central Florida’s only outdoor, open-air skating rinks […]
Find out more »Orlando Science Center Dino in Lights
Dinos In Lights, a brand-new, dazzling Osborn style light show, will begin on Monday, November 19 at Orlando Science Center. Located in the DinoDigs exhibit, three dinosaur fossils including Stan the T-Rex, will show off their talent in a festive display of music and light. Each family-friendly show will run for four minutes and concludes […]
Find out more »OH WHAT FUN! Lake Nona Holiday Festival
Lake Nona is kicking off the holiday season with its second annual Oh What Fun! A Holiday Festival featuring a flurry of festive activities for the whole family. From Nov. 29 to Jan. 5, Lake Nona Town Center will transform into a true winter wonderland with one of Central Florida’s only outdoor, open-air skating rinks […]
Find out more »Santa Visits City of Longwood
Santa will be visiting neighborhoods on Saturday, December 14th, and Sunday, December 15th from 11-6Pm (or however long it takes to finish) Routes are as follows: **Saturday (12/14/19): East of Ronald Reagan Blvd (see map) **Sunday (12/15/19): West of Ronald Reagan Blvd (see map) ***Route is only in incorporated "City of Longwood"***
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Family Fun Day at Rebounderz Apopka
Rebounderz Apopka was built for family fun. The whole family can spend Sundays at Rebounderz and take part in our “4” Family Fun Deal. Receive 4, one-hour jump passes, one large one-topping pizza, four small fountain drinks all for $60.00. For an additional $10.00 per person turn your one-hour jump passes into unlimited all day […]
Find out more »Weekly Holiday Crafts at Boxi Park Lake Nona
December 8 – Make Your Own Snow Globe December 15 – Gingerbread Man Decorating & Face Painting December 22 – Snowflake Decorating & A Visit From Santa
Find out more »Cookies with Santa and Mrs. Claus!
Butterfly Dreams presents : Cookies with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Join Santa and Mrs. Claus for some Christmas Fun! Your Mini and You will enjoy writing Letters to Santa, Photo Time with a #DREAMY set up by our sponsor - Camp Sweet Dreams, Story Time, and of course Milk and Cookies! We are only allowing […]
Find out more »Holiday Events at Boxi Park
CALENDAR OF EVENTS: Sunday, Dec. 8 — Family-Friendly Holiday Sunday Fundays – Make-Your-Own Snow Globes Friday, Dec. 13 — Naughty or Nice Party (7 p.m. start) Have you been Naughty or Nice this year? Have a favorite holiday outfit to prove it? Celebrate the season with Boxi Park and DJ Emcee and dance all night […]
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Deck the Seas
Starting Dec. 6 through Jan. 6, SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium will Deck the Seas to become an underwater winter wonderland. Along with festive decor, guests can meet Scuba Claus himself and participate in a holiday scavenger hunt. Meet Scuba Claus Fridays through Sundays at 2:30 and 5:30 p.m. Enjoy holiday storytime with 'Twas the Night […]
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Create your Own Festive Norfolk Pine Tree Planter at Leu Gardens
Calling all Kids ages 7 years and up - Create Your Own Festive Norfolk Pine Tree Planter! Celebrate this Christmas season with your very own special fresh Christmas tree! We will be decorating our own ornaments as well as the container for the Christmas tree, and then we will all get to get our hands […]
Find out more »Eustis On Ice – Skating Rink
Eustis offers the "Coolest" winter activity in the heart of beautiful downtown. Open daily starting November 22, 2019 until January 5, 2020. Glide into the holidays and join us for ice skating in Fountain Green! Eustis offers the "Coolest" winter activity in the heart of beautiful downtown. Surrounded by holiday lighting and just next to […]
Find out more »Live Nativity Scene Production and Southern Santa
Holiday event (non-denominational) for the entire family featuring a live nativity scene production (not just a walk-through; a real presentation) with live animals and actors. Also onsite is "Southern Santa" who will be speaking with the children about what they wish for Christmas gifts this year.
Find out more »Woodstock Stables Live Nativity Scene Production in Apopka
This is a non-denominational holiday event depicting Jesus' birth and the visit from the 3 Kings of the Orient with live animals and live actors. Also included is "Southern Santa" who will be onsite to speak with the children about their Christmas gift wishes. $10 for Adults/older kids; Kids age 5 and under are free. […]
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Miracle in Bedford Falls The Musical
“Every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings!” The beloved film "It’s a Wonderful Life" is now a musical, written by Mark Cabaniss and Lowell Alexander. George Bailey has spent his entire life giving of himself to the people of Bedford Falls, watching his dreams of travel and adventure pass him by. Life […]
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A Christmas Carol at Garden Theatre
A christmas carol – a ghost story of christmas, select days November 22-December 22 This spirited version of A Christmas Carol puts the ghostly qualities of Charles Dickens’ classic tale center stage. A swirling chorus of ghosts weave through this uplifting holiday story of redemption, magic, and hope as the greedy Scrooge learns the error of his […]
Find out more »A Christmas Carol: A New Musical Adaptation in Eustis
The Bay Street Players present The beloved Charles Dickens tale of greed and redemption that comes alive as we encounter the classic characters of Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, and Tiny Tim, among others. There is no better way to experience the beginning of the Holiday Season than with this new musical adaptation with music by James […]
Find out more »Ugly Sweater Ice Cream Social at South Creek Library
Is eating ice cream your biggest vice? Join us at this community gathering where everyone can afford a cheat day.
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Orlando Ballet The Nutcracker at Dr. Phillips Center
Orlando Ballet presents the cherished holiday tradition, “The Nutcracker” over two weekends, with live musical accompaniment by Florida Symphony Youth Orchestras. There are also two opportunities to see “The Nutcracker Family Show,” a one hour condensed version of the production perfect for families with young children. Tickets go on sale September 27, 2019. The Nutcracker Family Show […]
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Celebration Ice Skating & Now Snowing Event
Now Snowing Free Nightly Snowfall at 6:00, 7:00, 8:00 and 9:00 PM everyday November 30th-December 31st * *weather permitting. Inoperable during periods of heavy rain or temperatures below 34 degree (F) Ice Skating Cost to Skate*: $10.00 (ice skates included) for 30 minutes of skating Hours: 4:00 pm-10:00 pm Nightly November 30th -December 31st. For […]
Find out more »Kids Eat Free at IHOP – Elf on the Shelf Menu
IHOP is offering a special menu centered around the Elf of the Shelf for a limited time. Kids can eat free and enjoy some of Enjoy special menu items including, but not limited to: Jolly Cakes Combo Jolly Cakes Full Stack Oh What Funnel Cakes Combo Holiday Ham and Sausage Omelette Have it All Breakfast […]
Find out more »Holiday Golf Cart Parade
Staging of participants: 4:00 pm, Bradford Park, 220 W. Division St. Parade Viewing: begins 5:45 pm along Plant St. from Central Ave. to Main St. Golf carts adorned with impressive holiday decorations will parade through downtown Winter Garden to amaze viewers.
Find out more »Christmas at the Pineer Village
Osceola History will celebrate Christmas at Pioneer Village with a series of concerts and sing-alongs on Sunday, Dec. 1, 8 and 15 from 4:30-6 p.m. in the church. Refreshments will be served and the gift shop will be open for Christmas shopping. Free admission (after 4 p.m.); donations are appreciated. For more information: mia@osceolahistory.org or […]
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First Baptist Church Singing Christmas Trees 2019
Invite your friends and family for this exciting show of Christmas classics featuring a huge choir, full orchestra, dance, powerful drama and a beautiful display of 250,000 lights on our two 45-foot-tall Christmas Trees. From its beginning over three decades ago, the Trees have become one of Central Florida’s most loved and spectacular traditions. The […]
Find out more »Avalon Park Food Truck Night
November 17th Trucks (December 15th below) Jour de Crepe Gooda Fooda Truck Pho Wheels Orlando Hot Asian Buns The Acarajé The Melting Box Box on the Road Beachin BBQ CREW Brazilian Passion The Brave Burger Peter John’s Soft Ice Cream Mi Casita Truck Gypsy’s Famous Foods Smoke & Donuts Kona Ice of East Orlando The […]
Find out more »Visit Santa Claus at the Eola House Downtown
Be sure to visit Santa Claus at the Eola House. Santa will be available Friday – Sunday from December 6 – December 22 at the below times: Friday and Saturday: 4:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Sunday: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Find out more »Downtown Avalon Park Food Truck Night
FOOD, MUSIC, & FUN! Come on out to our ROCKIN' food truck night featuring local food trucks, music, games & neighborhood fun! Live Music by No Priority Band Food Truck Application: The Food Truck Line Up is full, however, if you message us your email address, we can add you to a wait list for […]
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St. Luke’s presents: “Wonder” a Christmas Concert
Christmas Concert St. Luke’s United Methodist Church presents Wonder Saturday, December 14 at 5:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Sunday, December 15 at 5:30 p.m. St. Luke’s Music Ministry invites you to explore the mystery of Christmas at this special concert experience in our Sanctuary. This musical event features a full traditional choir and orchestra along […]
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Central Florida Zoo Asian Lantern Festival
The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will transform into an evening wonderland of lights during the Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild starting in November. This limited engagement cultural event will dazzle guests with over 30 larger-than-life sculptural LED lantern displays featuring plants, animals, and traditional Asian elements, including a nearly 200-foot-long dragon. “This festival perfectly integrates […]
Find out more »Magic of Lights
This holiday season, the “World Center of Racing,” will transform for the third year in-a-row into a holiday wonderland with the Magic of Lights™. A portion of the proceeds from the Magic of Lights will benefit AdventHealth Foundation in Volusia/Flagler Counties. ***Note that November 28-December 1, 2019 - Start time is 7:00 PM instead of […]
Find out more »St. Augustine Nights of Lights
Nights of Lights has been listed among the top ten holiday light displays in the world by National Geographic. During Nights of Lights, St. Augustine glows with holiday magic – from the ground to the rooftops. St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights features millions of tiny white lights that create a magical atmosphere in the Nation’s […]
Find out more »Miracle in Bedford Falls The Musical
“Every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings!” The beloved film "It’s a Wonderful Life" is now a musical, written by Mark Cabaniss and Lowell Alexander. George Bailey has spent his entire life giving of himself to the people of Bedford Falls, watching his dreams of travel and adventure pass him by. Life […]
Find out more »Crane’s Roost Park Holiday Fountain Show & Light Display
Holiday Fountain Show November 28 - January 1 | 6, 7, 8 & 9 p.m. Always a crowd favorite, the Plaza fountain features special shows with dancing water and dazzling lights choreographed to classic holiday tunes. Holiday Light Displays November 28 - January 1 | Dusk The park comes alive with spectacular holiday displays featuring […]
Find out more »Christmas Lane at Florida Strawberry Festival Grounds
In 1984 at his home in Dover, Florida, Lane Wetherington founded Christmas Lane. Sparked when he was a young boy, Lane’s passion for Christmas led him to ask for Christmas lights to decorate the family home. Over the last 36 years, his passion has grown exponentially to become a holiday favorite for people around Central […]
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Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
Enjoy an enchanted evening in the Magic Kingdom, complete with a brand-new holiday fireworks show, Once Upon a Christmastime Parade, Elsa lighting up Cinderella Castle, characters in their holiday finest, festive atmospheric lighting and music, holiday dance parties with your favorite characters, and unlimited cookies and hot cocoa! There will be exclusive Magic Shots available […]
Find out more »8th Annual Christmas Light Ride!
Please join us for our 8th Annual Christmas Light Ride! Saturday, December 14, at 7 pm! We will take a ride through Ivanhoe Village and College Park to take in the great light displays. Ride will be about 6 miles at a casual pace, all bikes welcome! Don't forget to decorate your bike! We are […]
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A Christmas Story
Experience this beloved family favorite as it is brought to life on stage, in the 1940’s fictional town of Hohman, Indiana. This musical follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker and his quest for the most coveted of Christmas gifts – an official Red Ryder carbine-action 200-shot Range Model air rifle. This family classic about a boy scheming to […]
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