The weather is finally starting to cool off in Central Florida, that means it’s time for winter and the holidays! From dazzling holiday lights to cozy outdoor markets and family fun, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate the season right here at home.

Non-Theme Park Holiday Fun

No need for a theme park ticket to enjoy these winter experiences around Central Florida!

Ice at Gaylord Palms

ICE! featuring Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™ at Gaylord Palms is a dazzling, story-driven holiday showplace complete with larger-than-life ice sculptures, thrilling frozen slides, and awe-inspiring tunnels. Come experience the 9 degree wintery ice wonderland!

Now Snowing at Celebration Town Hall

From November 29th-December 31st, the town of Celebration has a nightly snow or snoap (soap snow) fall. Now Snowing features strolling Charles Dickens style Carolers, photos with Santa, horse drawn carriage rides, train rides, ice skating, and snowfall at 6:00, 7:00, 8:00 and 9:00 PM.

Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll

Pick up a free map at Disney Springs and go on a scavenger hunt for all the Disney-themed Christmas trees around Disney Springs! This free activity can be done at your own pace. Once completed, you can pick up your ornament at a prize redemption location.

Dazzling Nights at Leu Gardens

Check out this dazzling holiday light display with over 1 million lights select nights November 28th – January 4th in Orlando. Enjoy live entertainment, photo ops, sweet treats and snow!

Christmas at Hamlin

Get ready for a magical evening on December 6, 2025 with Christmas at Hamlin! Enjoy festive fun from 5 pm to 9 pm. with the annual Lighting of the Tree taking place at 6pm. Take photos with santa, decorate cookies, create personalized crafts, and more!

Theme Park Winter Experiences

Many of the theme parks nearby offer holiday parties, lights and decor, fun character meet and greets as well as themed meals. Some holiday options require a separate party ticket while others are included in your price of admission.

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom takes place on select nights between November 7 and December 21, 2025. Your party ticket includes entertainment like parades and fireworks, attractions, free cookies and hot chocolate, snow on Main Street, and more! It’s the most magical party.

Illuminate at Aquatica Orlando 

This nighttime holiday lantern festival transforms Aquatica Orlando into a luminous world of wonder from November 8th to January 31st. Guests will journey through five radiant realms, each fully immersive with brilliant displays, sounds, captivating scents, and themed food & beverage that bring each realm to life. Tickets start at $25.

Holidays at Universal Orlando

From November 21st to January 4th, experience the holidays at Universal Orlando. Seuss Landing™ is decorated with the holiday charm and cheer of Dr. Seuss’s Who-ville for Grinchmas. You can meet the Grinch or watch the Grinchmas Wholiday Spectacular with your theme park admission. For an extra cost, dine with Grinch & Friends with a festive feast of foods for breakfast.

Don’t miss Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s at Islands of Adventure. The parade starts nightly at 5:30 p.m.

Jollywood Nights

Celebrate the season in style with a ticket to Jollywood Nights, a 5-hour event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, on select nights from November 8 to December 22, 2025! Included is glitzy entertainment, more than 20 unique character experiences (including Santa Duffy!), photo ops, and lower wait times for your favorite attractions.