ORLANDO, Fla. – Some favorite Central Florida attractions will kick off popular holiday light displays this month.
These annual events offer holiday fun for the whole family.
Here’s the breakdown:
Dazzling Nights at Orlando Leu Gardens
Dazzling Nights returns for 2024 season (Quay Hu – Creative City Project)
Orlando’s Leu Gardens will once again transform into an immersive holiday experience this year.
Dazzling Nights is returning for its sixth year at the gardens starting Nov. 28, promising “more lights” and a “longer path for the biggest Dazzling Nights yet!”
Here are some of the new experiences being offered this year:
A 50-foot star in the Rose Garden that visitors can stand under and listen to live holiday music all night long
Brand new Holiday Village where you can shop, sip and eat
Dozens of giant crystal chandeliers hanging from the treetops
Snowball fight with elves in an interactive, 8-bit Christmas zone
Play through drifting snow and among “towering Yetis” in the Crystal Kingdom
Forest of candy canes and lollipops at Candy Cane Crossing
An 80-foot long, “immersive homage to ancient stained glass”
A “magical” meadow filled with illuminated butterflies and flickering fireflies
The event runs each night from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. and will run through Jan. 4, 2026.
Ticket prices range from $31.50 to $39.50 for adults and $29.50 to $37.50 for children ages 4-12, including taxes and fees. On-site parking is $28, & Valet is $42 (prices listed include fees) plus taxes.
Tickets are now on sale. Click here to learn more.
Magic of Lights at Daytona International Speedway
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Daytona International Speedway will transform into a winter wonderland with a drive-through light display and a new “enchanting Reindeer Rest Stop.”
This Central Florida-favorite event gives guests the opportunity to enjoy “most treasured holiday scenes” from their vehicles, including the “whimsical Prehistoric Christmas, enchanting Winter Wonderland, the classic 12 Days of Christmas, delightful Toyland, playful festive Elves and the magnificent Reindeer Road.”
New this year is the Reindeer Rest Stop, which will feature walk-through attractions, festive foods and other holiday activities.
Magic of Lights runs from Nov. 21 through Jan. 3.
Tickets are now on sale. Click here to learn more.
Asian Lantern Festival at Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
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Handcrafted lanterns lit by more than 10,000 LED lights will take over the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens in Sanford.
Guests can check out the lanterns along a 3/4-mile loop around the zoo.
“Wander the three-quarter-mile pathway filled with all-new, handcrafted lantern scenes, each glowing with thousands of LED lights. Ocean-inspired landscapes meet mythical creatures, from graceful ice dragons and unicorns to a new twist on our beloved showcase dragon,” the event’s website reads.
The event runs select nights from Nov. 14 to Jan. 18.
Tickets are now on sale. Click here to learn more.
Festival of Trees at Orlando Museum of Arts
Festival of Trees at Orlando Museum of Art (Orlando Museum of Art)
The 39th annual Festival of Trees will center on the theme of “A Season of Celebration.”
Fifty designer-decorated trees, festive wreaths, gingerbread creations and more will fill the Orlando Museum of Arts.
There will also be special events, including breakfast with Santa, an ugly holiday sweater party and holiday workshops.
The event runs from Nov. 15-23.
Tickets are now on sale. Click here to learn more.
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