Celebrate the holiday season in Orlando at the world-famous theme parks. From feel-good parades, thousands of lights, and festive shows, the holidays are more magical in Central Florida. Check out these things to do during the holidays at the Orlando theme parks. Holidays Around the World at Epcot Celebrate the unique traditions of the season from around […]
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Things to do to celebrate the holidays in Orlando
You don’t have to spend a fortune to savor the season. Get in the holiday spirit with free or cheap holiday events in Orlando. Here are our top picks. Now Snowing in Celebration Snow falls every night through December 31. Itâs the closest to the real thing youâll get in Central Florida and pretty magical when accompanied […]
Holiday Lights Drive Through in Moss Park
Make sure to put this one on your calendar. Drive your family and friends through a fantasy of color, lights and design December 18-23, 2014 at Moss Park Light Up the Wild. The ancient oaks and country roads through Moss Park will be bedazzled with twinkling color and animated displays. Nightly drives happen from 6:30 p.m. […]
Lakeridge Winery Chocolate & Wine Festival
Is there anything more heavenly than wine and chocolate? We donât think so! Indulge in that perfect combination at the Lakeridge Wineryâs Wine & Chocolate Festival on December 13 & 14, 2014. Enjoy live music on the outdoor stage, arts and crafts vendors and chocolate paired with award-winning Lakeridge wines. Lakeridge wine, beer, soft drinks and a […]
Winter Park Boat Parade & Festival of Lights
A true Florida Christmas celebration involves warm water and boats decorated in lights. Donât miss the 10th Annual Winter Park Boat Parade & Festival of Lights on December 13, 2014. The Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens is the official judging and viewing site. The festivities start at 3:30 p.m. with a water ski show and the boat […]
Light Up the Holidays at Altamonte Springs
The City of Altamonte Springs will Light Up the Holidays on Saturday, December 6, 2014 starting at 5 p.m. with over 200,000 lights and 100 holiday displays throughout Cranes Roost Park. Enjoy a night of music, entertainment, fireworks and of course, Santa and Mrs. Claus. The highlight of this festive event is the massive tree reaching a towering […]
Free Holiday Movies at Lake Eola
Every week in December, Downtown Orlando is showing holiday favorites on an outdoor screen at the Walt Disney Amphitheater. The movies begin at 7 p.m., but arrive earlier to take in the sights and sounds around Lake Eola. The fountainâs lights dance to holiday music every hour beginning at 5:45 p.m. through 9:45 p.m. Bring […]
Festival of Trees at Orlando Museum of Art
Jump start the holiday season with Christmas trees, sparkling decorations and live music at Orlando Museum of Artâs 28th Annual Festival of Trees. The Orlando Museum of Art will become a vibrant wonderland of holiday elegance with designer decorated trees, wreathes and gingerbread creations (all for sale). The little kids will enjoy a Toyland Town activity area and […]
6 ways to save in Orlando this fall
Most people save all year for the ultimate summer vacation to Orlando, Florida. But summer time is sweltering in Central Florida and the crowds at theme parks can be unbearable. Take my advice: wait until the fall! The crowds are usually smaller and the weather is more comfortable but still sunny and hot enough to […]
Thornton Park 2nd Thursday Wine + Art Walk
On the second Thursday of every month, celebrate the arts with an evening of food, wine, shopping and showcases by Orlando-based artists at the Thornton Park 2nd Thursday Wine + Art Walk from 6:30-9:30pm. For $10, you get a wristband, wine glass and a map of locations where you will be greeted with a complimentary pour of wine.