Orlando is set to light up the holiday season with over two months of spectacular celebrations, making it the perfect destination for travelers seeking unforgettable experiences. Ranked among the top holiday destinations by Google Flights, Orlando offers an array of exclusive parties, dazzling lights, star-studded performances, and festive attractions for visitors of all ages, including a teddy bear teatime and a pop-up retro roller rink. With something for everyone, the holiday events will create lasting memories against the backdrop of sunny skies and palm trees.

A Season of Magical Celebrations

“Orlando offers a unique holiday experience with its combination of grand lighting displays, breathtaking fireworks, and festive cheer,” said Casandra Matej, president and CEO of Visit Orlando. “Our warm weather, paired with the extensive range of holiday events, makes Orlando a must-visit destination this season. We invite travelers to kick off their holiday season early with events starting in mid-November.”

Holiday Events at Orlando’s World-Famous Theme Parks

• Walt Disney World Resort (Nov. 8 – Dec. 31)
  • Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom: A storybook holiday celebration with parades, fireworks, and magical snowfall on Main Street.
  • Disney Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: A blend of Hollywood glamour and holiday magic with live entertainment and festive décor.
  • EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays: A global holiday celebration featuring performances, holiday storytellers, and international cuisine.
  • Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Enjoy seasonal delights like the Merry Menagerie and the Tree of Life Awakening.
• Universal Orlando Resort (Nov. 22 – Dec. 31)
  • Grinchmas at Universal’s Islands of Adventure: The Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular, Christmas celebrations in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and the Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s.
• SeaWorld Orlando (Nov. 8 – Jan. 2)
  • SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration: Millions of lights, live performances, and the Holiday Reflections: Fireworks Finale.
• LEGOLAND Florida Resort (Nov. 29 – Dec. 31)
  • A giant LEGO Christmas tree, seasonal shows, holiday characters, and a kid’s New Year’s Eve celebration with fireworks.

Family-Friendly Fun Beyond the Parks

• Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild at Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens (Nov. 15 – Jan. 19) features vibrant lantern displays and performances celebrating traditional Asian festivals.
• The Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees (Nov. 16 – 24) showcases designer trees, gingerbread creations, and holiday-themed exhibits.
• The I-Drive District Holiday Tree Lighting (Nov. 22) features a 50-foot tree and performances.
• Crayola Experience’s Colorful Christmas (Nov. 23 – Jan. 5) brings SNOWtastic fun with snow globes, light shows, and live entertainment.
• Dazzling Nights at Harry P. Leu Gardens (Nov. 29 – Jan. 5) features a million sparkling lights and holiday displays.

Spectacular Holiday Shows and Performances

• Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts presents holiday classics including Elf in Concert, The Nutcracker by the Orlando Ballet, and Home for the Holidays by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra.
• Wekiva Island’s Winter Wonderland (Dec. 2 – 25) offers snow flurries, a Christmas tree forest, and holiday character meet-and-greets.
• Winter Park’s Ye Olde Hometown Christmas Parade (Dec. 7) is the oldest continuous holiday parade in Central Florida.

Hotel Holiday Events

• Gaylord Palms Resort’s ICE! event (Nov. 15 – Jan. 4) features ice sculptures inspired by the movie “Elf.”
• Four Seasons Resort Orlando (Dec. 21 – 31) introduces an adult speakeasy, pop-up roller-skating rink, and holiday activities for children.
• The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes offers a Gingerbread School and Teddy Bear Tea for families.

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