2025 Tree Lighting Celebration

05Dec2025Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer invites Central Florida residents and visitors to ring in the holiday season and help countdown to the lighting of the City of Orlando’s Christmas tree at Lake Eola Park’s Washington Plaza.

Lake Eola Park, 195 North Rosalind Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801

Tagged as: , Major events

Eola Wonderland Christmas Tree Show

05Dec2025The Eola Wonderland Christmas Tree comes alive with synchronized light and music.

Lake Eola Park, 195 N Rosalind Ave, Orlando, FL 32801

32 more dates

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Clemwood Lights

05Dec2025Experience the magic of the "2811 Clemwood Street Lights," now at Lake Eola Park.

Lake Eola Park, 512 East Washington Street, Orlando, FL 32801

32 more dates

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Jack Kazanzas Star

27Nov2025The more than 50-year tradition of raising the 600-pound golden star started in the 1950s. Since then, the Star has come to symbolize the start of the holiday season in downtown Orlando.

Intersection of Orange Avenue and Pine Street, Orlando, FL 32801

40 more dates

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Violectric Holiday Show

13Dec2025Central Florida’s electrifying strings super-group Violectric®, led by “Vinylinist” Michelle Jones, will rock the holidays once again with the 13th Annual Violectric® Holiday Show.

Lake Eola Park, 195 North Rosalind Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801

Tagged as: , Kids & family, Lake Eola

Holiday Stroll

27Nov2025A festive journey awaits as you embark on a holiday stroll between scenic Lake Eola Park to the vibrant Central Business District in downtown Orlando.

Downtown Orlando, Between Lake Eola Park and Central Business District, Orlando, FL 32801

Tagged as: , Kids & family

Holiday Train

05Dec2025The train will be running on the Northeast Lawn at Lake Eola Park.

Lake Eola Park, Intersection of Robinson Street and Eola Drive, Orlando, FL 32801

8 more dates

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Grinch's Lair

05Dec2025Get ready to meet the mean green legend himself - the Grinch!

Lake Eola Park, Intersection of Robinson Street and Eola Drive, Orlando, FL 32801

8 more dates

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Merry Market

05Dec2025Support local this season when shopping the Merry Market.

Lake Eola Park, East side of the park, Orlando, FL 32801

8 more dates

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Santa at the Eola House

06Dec2025Come to the Eola House to meet Santa Clause!

Lake Eola Park, Intersection of Robinson Street and Eola Drive, Orlando, FL 32801

7 more dates

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Snowfall in Downtown

05Dec2025Experience snowfall in downtown Orlando this holiday season!

Lake Eola Park, Intersection of Washington Street and Eola Drive, Orlando, FL 32801

8 more dates

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Downtown for the Holidays Sensory Night

14Dec2025Enjoy the magic of the season in a comfortable, low-stimulation environment. We've curated a calm, welcoming holiday experience designed for individuals with sensory sensitivities.

East Lawn at Lake Eola, 512 E Washington St, Orlando 32801

Tagged as: , Downtown Events, Lake Eola

Holiday Movie at Lake Eola Park - Christmas with the Kranks

20Dec2025Join the Downtown Development Board as they present Christmas with the Kranks at Lake Eola Park. Don't forget your blankets, chairs, and snacks for the whole family to enjoy. This free, family-friendly event is a fun way to enjoy the holidays.

East Lawn at Lake Eola, 512 E Washington St, Orlando 32801

Tagged as: , Downtown Events, Lake Eola

Holiday Movie at Lake Eola Park - Elf

13Dec2025Join the Downtown Development Board as they present Elf at Lake Eola Park. Don't forget your blankets, chairs, and snacks for the whole family to enjoy. This free, family-friendly event is a fun way to enjoy the holidays.

East Lawn at Lake Eola, 512 E Washington St, Orlando 32801

Tagged as: , Downtown Events, Lake Eola

Holiday Movie at Lake Eola Park - Frozen

06Dec2025Join the Downtown Development Board as they present Frozen at Lake Eola Park. Don't forget your blankets, chairs, and snacks for the whole family to enjoy. This free, family-friendly event is a fun way to enjoy the holidays.

East Lawn at Lake Eola, 512 E Washington St, Orlando 32801

Tagged as: , Downtown Events, Lake Eola

Frontyard Holiday Festival at Dr. Phillips Center

Supported by AdventHealth. Celebrate the season at this enchanting storybook festival. Discover wonders around every corner, bask in the glow of a spectacular tree, stroll through snowfall, capture picture-perfect moments and enjoy holiday entertainment and performances at this free festival for the whole community.

2025 Tree Lighting Celebration

05Dec2025Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer invites Central Florida residents and visitors to ring in the holiday season and help countdown to the lighting of the City of Orlando’s Christmas tree at Lake Eola Park’s Washington Plaza.

Lake Eola Park, 195 North Rosalind Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801

Tagged as: , Major events

Eola Wonderland Christmas Tree Show

05Dec2025The Eola Wonderland Christmas Tree comes alive with synchronized light and music.

Lake Eola Park, 195 N Rosalind Ave, Orlando, FL 32801

32 more dates

Tagged as: , Kids & family, Lake Eola

Clemwood Lights

05Dec2025Experience the magic of the "2811 Clemwood Street Lights," now at Lake Eola Park.

Lake Eola Park, 512 East Washington Street, Orlando, FL 32801

32 more dates

Tagged as: , Kids & family, Lake Eola

Violectric Holiday Show

13Dec2025Central Florida’s electrifying strings super-group Violectric®, led by “Vinylinist” Michelle Jones, will rock the holidays once again with the 13th Annual Violectric® Holiday Show.

Lake Eola Park, 195 North Rosalind Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801

Tagged as: , Kids & family, Lake Eola

Holiday Stroll

27Nov2025A festive journey awaits as you embark on a holiday stroll between scenic Lake Eola Park to the vibrant Central Business District in downtown Orlando.

Downtown Orlando, Between Lake Eola Park and Central Business District, Orlando, FL 32801

Tagged as: , Kids & family

Holiday Train

05Dec2025The train will be running on the Northeast Lawn at Lake Eola Park.

Lake Eola Park, Intersection of Robinson Street and Eola Drive, Orlando, FL 32801

8 more dates

Tagged as: , Kids & family, Lake Eola

Grinch's Lair

05Dec2025Get ready to meet the mean green legend himself - the Grinch!

Lake Eola Park, Intersection of Robinson Street and Eola Drive, Orlando, FL 32801

8 more dates

Tagged as: , Kids & family, Lake Eola

Merry Market

05Dec2025Support local this season when shopping the Merry Market.

Lake Eola Park, East side of the park, Orlando, FL 32801

8 more dates

Tagged as: , Kids & family, Lake Eola

Santa at the Eola House

06Dec2025Come to the Eola House to meet Santa Clause!

Lake Eola Park, Intersection of Robinson Street and Eola Drive, Orlando, FL 32801

7 more dates

Tagged as: , Kids & family, Lake Eola

Snowfall in Downtown

05Dec2025Experience snowfall in downtown Orlando this holiday season!

Lake Eola Park, Intersection of Washington Street and Eola Drive, Orlando, FL 32801

8 more dates

Tagged as: , Kids & family, Lake Eola

Downtown for the Holidays Sensory Night

14Dec2025Enjoy the magic of the season in a comfortable, low-stimulation environment. We've curated a calm, welcoming holiday experience designed for individuals with sensory sensitivities.

East Lawn at Lake Eola, 512 E Washington St, Orlando 32801

Tagged as: , Downtown Events, Lake Eola

Holiday Movie at Lake Eola Park - Christmas with the Kranks

20Dec2025Join the Downtown Development Board as they present Christmas with the Kranks at Lake Eola Park. Don't forget your blankets, chairs, and snacks for the whole family to enjoy. This free, family-friendly event is a fun way to enjoy the holidays.

East Lawn at Lake Eola, 512 E Washington St, Orlando 32801

Tagged as: , Downtown Events, Lake Eola

Holiday Movie at Lake Eola Park - Elf

13Dec2025Join the Downtown Development Board as they present Elf at Lake Eola Park. Don't forget your blankets, chairs, and snacks for the whole family to enjoy. This free, family-friendly event is a fun way to enjoy the holidays.

East Lawn at Lake Eola, 512 E Washington St, Orlando 32801

Tagged as: , Downtown Events, Lake Eola

Holiday Movie at Lake Eola Park - Frozen

06Dec2025Join the Downtown Development Board as they present Frozen at Lake Eola Park. Don't forget your blankets, chairs, and snacks for the whole family to enjoy. This free, family-friendly event is a fun way to enjoy the holidays.

East Lawn at Lake Eola, 512 E Washington St, Orlando 32801

Tagged as: , Downtown Events, Lake Eola

Holidays at Leu Gardens

28Nov2025Experience the Wonder of the Season at Leu Gardens.

Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 North Forest Avenue,  32803

Tagged as: , Events, Special Events, Seasonal & Holiday

Frontyard Holiday Festival

04Dec2025Join us at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Frontyard Holiday Festival!

Seneff Arts Plaza, 445 South Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801

27 more dates

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Jingle Bell Run

13Dec2025The most fun, festive, family-friendly fun run and walk of the holiday season.

4982 New Broad Street, Orlando, FL 32814

Tagged as: , Community events & fundraisers

Krampusfest

07Dec2025The Milk District’s annual Krampusfest returns bringing the alpine spirit to Orlando.

The Plaza Live, 425 North Bumby Avenue, Orlando, FL 32803

Tagged as: , Exhibitions & festivals

10th Annual Light Up SoDo

06Dec2025Light Up SoDo is family and pet-friendly—so grab the kids and your furry friends and head on down for an afternoon full of holiday fun!

KimCo’s SoDo Shopping Center, 35 West Crystal Lake Street, Orlando, FL 32806

Tagged as: , Kids & family

Small Business Saturday

29Nov2025Small Business Saturday provides a unique holiday shopping experience and encourages residents to support many of the independent, family-owned retailers and restaurants throughout the City of Orlando, including downtown and in Orlando’s 12 Main Street Districts.

Citywide, Citywide, Orlando, FL 

Tagged as: , Markets & popup shops

Shop Small Sip and Stroll

29Nov2025Join Audubon Park Garden District as they celebrate Small Business Saturday with their Shop Small Sip and Stroll. Explore multiple stops throughout the Audubon Park Garden District, sipping on beverages, and supporting local businesses. This event is the perfect opportunity to discover unique shops, find new makers, and enjoy a fun day out.

Audubon Park Garden District, 2906 Corrine Drive Orlando, Orlando, FL 32803

Tagged as: , Markets & popup shops

Holiday on the Drive 2025

04Dec2025The College Park Main Street District invites families and friends to Holiday on the Drive featuring Santa Claus, snow slide, live carolers, food trucks, carriage rides, arts and crafts, live music and more.

College Park Main Street, College Park Main Street, along Edgewater Drive, Orlando, FL 32804

Tagged as: , Kids & family

Holiday Pops at Della Phillips Pavilion

12Dec2025Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy seasonal holiday favorites performed by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Music Director Eric Jacobsen.

Della Phillips Pavilion at The Grove, 2002 Packing District Way, Orlando, FL 32804

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Ivanhoe Village Holiday Sign

27Nov2025View the lit "Happy Holidays” sign atop the historic OUC building.

1111 North Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL 32804

40 more dates

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Orlando Main Streets Holiday Window Decorating

29Nov2025Visit any of the 12 Orlando Main Streets Districts beginning November 29 for a festive display of holiday creativity and spirit.

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Navidades en Gateway – Christmas in Gateway

13Dec2025Join Gateway District for Navidades en Gateway, a family-friendly event featuring live entertainment, holiday music, arts and crafts, food and drink, shopping, a kid’s zone, pictures with Santa, a puppeteer and much more.

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 1515 South Semoran Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32807

Tagged as: , Exhibitions & festivals

Engelwood Santa's Workshop

12Dec2025Parents get the night off, and kids get the fun!

Engelwood Neighborhood Center, 6123 La Costa Drive, Orlando, FL 32807

Tagged as: , Community events & fundraisers

Senior Holiday Soiree

04Dec2025Dress to impress and enjoy a live band, holiday bites, sweet treats, photo booths and hot cocoa bar.

Dr. James R. Smith Neighborhood Center, 1723 Bruton Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32805

Tagged as: , Community events & fundraisers

Athlete Connections Foundation Holiday Toy Drive

20Dec2025Presents, games, music, food and holiday magic.

Grand Avenue Neighborhood Center, 800 Grand Street, Orlando, FL 32805

Tagged as: , Community events & fundraisers

Hankins Park Movie in the Park

19Dec2025Enjoy a movie at Hankins Park!

Hankins Park Neighborhood Center, 1340 Lake Park Court, Orlando, FL 32805

Tagged as: , Community events & fundraisers

Colonialtown Movie on the Lawn

19Dec2025Enjoy a free movie with your neighbors.

Colonialtown Neighborhood Center, 1517 Lake Highland Drive, Orlando, FL 32803

Tagged as: , Community events & fundraisers

A Soulful Christmas Toy Giveaway Sponsored by Darcy J Foundation

12Dec2025Toys, refreshments, entertainment – first come first served.

Hankins Park Neighborhood Center, 1340 Lake Park Court, Orlando, FL 32805

Tagged as: , Community events & fundraisers