Your weekend is here, Central Florida! Here’s a look at the news and what events are going on in the area.
Warmer and moist air continues to funnel in from the south ahead of an approaching area of low pressure in the frontal boundary. This will allow overnight lows to remain relatively warm, in the middle and upper 60s and with dewpoint temperatures flirting near air temperatures, early morning dense fog is likely across the area forming as early as 3 a.m. and continuing until 9 a.m.
Friday night‘s forecast may lead to heavier cloud development and a few isolated showers to northern counties such as Marion County, Flagler County, and Northern Volusia County.
As the fog burns off mid-morning Saturday, partly cloudy to mostly cloudy skies will continue throughout the day, but temperatures remain well above average, featured in the upper 70s and lower 80s. A few late afternoon showers are possible, but are expected to break up by early evening.
Stay up to date on the forecast by downloading the Spectrum News app. You can use Klystron 13 to track the showers and get live weather alerts for your exact location. It’s free to download in your app store.
Sunrise in Casselberry (Photo: Chaz Love)
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For ongoing holiday events throughout Central Florida, visit our Holiday Events Guide!
ORANGE
73rd Annual Winter Park Christmas Parade
Saturday | 9 a.m. | Park Avenue comes to life as this family-friendly occasion showcases holiday-themed floats, Santa Claus and well-known local figures as they make their way down the avenue on an adjusted route.
Winter Garden Christmas Parade
Saturday | 10 a.m. | Bring a lawn chair or blanket and head to your favorite spot for this annual holiday event. A long-standing Winter Garden holiday tradition will delight spectators and bring in holiday cheer.
Avalon Aglow
Saturday | 3 to 9 p.m. | Join Avalon Park for the annual Christmas festival in Avalon Park! Parade at 3 p.m., Festival at 5 p.m. & Fireworks at 9 p.m.!
Fall Fling: Family Fun Day at RMA
Saturday | 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. | This FREE family day at Rollins Museum of Art encourages hands-on art engagement for all ages. Filled with indoor and outdoor arts activities, story time, tours, demonstrations and more, the entire family is welcome to stroll through the galleries and create art together.
HBCU Hoops Invitational
Saturday | Various Times | The HBCU Hoops Invitational at ESPN’s Wide World of Sports is a non-conference, pre-season basketball tournament exclusive to HBCU women’s and men’s basketball teams.
Tis the Season at the Dr. Phillips Center
Saturday | 6:30 p.m. | Join us for a magical Christmas extravaganza that will fill your heart with joy and laughter! This family-friendly show combines hilarious comedy, dazzling dance routines, heartwarming acting and beautiful singing all wrapped up in a festive holiday package.
Holiday Movie at Lake Eola Park: Frozen
Saturday | 7 p.m. | Bring your blankets, gather the family, and immerse yourself in the magic of the season with our enchanting lineup of family-friendly holiday movies at Lake Eola Park’s East Lawn.
MadSoul Music & Arts Fest
Saturday | 3 to 10 p.m. | MadSoul Music & Arts Festival brings live music, local food, art, and grassroots energy to the Central Florida Fairgrounds.
BREVARD
Lights On at Brevard Zoo
All Weekend | 6 to 9 p.m. | Step into the first-of-its-kind nighttime art experience where endangered wildlife takes center stage. Lights On will transform Brevard Zoo after dark with over 30 captivating artworks — featuring near life-size illuminated paintings, glow-in-the-dark murals, interactive virtual reality, lighting effects and more.
2025 City of Palm Bay Holiday Light Parade
Saturday | 6 to 9 p.m. | The Biggest Holiday Parade on the Space Coast returns to Malabar Road again this year. The 3-mile parade will leave the Eastern Florida State College campus and head north on San Filippo Drive.
Cocoa Beach WinterFest
Saturday | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Enjoy pictures with stilt walking elves, food trucks, unique vendors, live music and games for the kids line the street in downtown Cocoa Beach. Free event, everyone welcome.
Brevard Zoo Holiday Kickoff Weekend
All Weekend | 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with joyful music, delicious seasonal food and beverages—including cozy hot cocoa and themed cocktails and mocktails.
Light Up Rockledge
Sunday | 4 to 7 p.m. | Kick off the holiday season with festive cheer, family fun, and a visit from Santa himself. Admission is FREE, but they ask that you bring a nonperishable food item to support our holiday food drive.
FLAGLER
Holiday at the Beach Parade
Saturday | 1 to 2 p.m. | Ring in the season seaside-style! Bring your family, friends, and beach chairs to enjoy our beloved community parade rolling down Flagler Beach with festive floats, marching bands, classic cars, first responders, twirlers, pets, and plenty of holiday cheer.
Palm Coast Starlight Parade
Saturday | Starting at 4 p.m., families are invited to enjoy a full lineup of pre-parade activities throughout Central Park. The parade begins promptly at 6 p.m., traveling from the Central Avenue roundabout and continuing through Park Street, Lake Avenue, City Place, and ending on Bulldog Drive to disembark at Flagler Palm Coast High School.
OSCEOLA
St. Cloud Holiday Festival
All Weekend | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Crafts, artists, vendors, classic car show, kid’s zone, festival food and local dining.
Christmas Carols & Ugly Sweater Party – Holiday Lights Cruise
Saturday | 5 p.m. | Grab your most wonderfully tacky holiday sweater and board the Lillie for a festive Christmas Carols & Ugly Sweater Cruise! Set sail at 5:00 PM for an evening of merry music, twinkling lights, and plenty of holiday cheer on the water.
Christmas at Gaylord Palms
Ongoing until Jan. 7 | Experience So Much Christmas with dazzling displays, tempting treats, holiday shows, and festive activities. ICE! features beloved scenes from Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™ brought to life through colorful, colossal ice sculptures.
Holinights Celebration
Through Dec. 25 | 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. | Join the Promenade at Sunset Walk for their annual Holinights Celebration, featuring Santa Claus and his Mischievous Elves, towering toy soldiers, and the nightly lighting of their 40-foot animated Holinights Christmas tree.
LAKE AND SUMTER
Leesburg Christmas Festival & Parade
Saturday | 1 to 6 p.m. | Dash into the holidays with live music, kids activities, vendors, food, visits with Santa and more. Stick around as the lights twinkle and the 58th Annual Leesburg Christmas Parade marches down Main Street at 6 p.m.
Lake Sumter Landing Tree Lighting Festival
Saturday | 4 to 9 p.m. | Enjoy festive lights, holiday music, local vendors, and delicious seasonal treats. Stroll the holiday market, sip hot cocoa or mulled wine, and take a photo with Santa in his village.
Light Up Bushnell with Santa in the Park
Saturday | 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. | The holiday season in Bushnell sparkles with small-town charm, and nothing captures that spirit quite like the Lighted Christmas Parade. There will be cookies, hot cocoa stations, 360 Photo Booth, a bucking reindeer ride, food trucks, local vendors, sleigh rides, and bounce houses.
Tavares Christmas Celebration
Saturday | 5 p.m. | It all begins with a Christmas parade, followed by plenty of fun, activities, and holiday cheer to put you in the Christmas spirit. Enjoy live entertainment, “ice” skating, photo op spots, snowstorms, a giant Christmas tree, a movie in the park, food vendors, and much more.
Light Up Webster Parade & Market
Saturday | 6 to 9 p.m. | An evening of holiday cheer as we celebrate this year’s theme: Christmas on the Farm. Holiday Market before & after the parade.
MARION
Winter Wonderland at the World Equestrian Center
Through Dec. 23 | 5 to 9 p.m. | Guests can enjoy meet-and-greets with Santa and the Grinch in the indoor arenas, weekend entertainment every featuring live holiday performances, face painters, balloon artists, and seasonal food favorites on the plaza such as Wondrous Hot Cocoa and festive treats.
SEMINOLE
Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild
All Weekend | 6 to 10 p.m. | This holiday season, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will glow once again. Step into a world of light and color like you’ve never seen before. Wander the three-quarter-mile pathway filled with all-new, handcrafted lantern scenes, each glowing with thousands of LED lights.
Sanford Paws & Claus 2025
Saturday | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | From adoptable dogs and cats to pet-themed vendors, food trucks and holiday cheer – Paws & Claus at Fort Mellon Park is sure to be a good time. And yes, Santa is once again making his appearance for pet photos!
Maitland’s Annual Season of Light
Saturday | 5 to 8:30 p.m. | Bring the family to Lake Lily Park for games and activities, vendors, live music, tree lighting ceremony, fireworks, and a visit from Santa.
Santa’s Ride through the Woodland
Sunday | 3 p.m. | Santa & Mrs. Claus will be waving hello from atop of a Seminole County fire engine and tossing candy to all the good boys and girls of The Woodlands.
VOLUSIA
CLASH Endurance Daytona
All Weekend | Various Times | One-of-a-kind event for the whole family at Daytona International Speedway including triathlon, duathlon, aquabike, kids triathlon and a Jingle Jog 5K through the holiday lights.
Holly Hill Christmas Parade
Saturday | 10 a.m. | A festive morning filled with holiday spirit as the parade makes its way through Holly Hill.
Port Orange Christmas in the Park
Saturday | 5:30 to 8 p.m. | This evening will feature a performance of holiday classics, a meet & greet with Santa, a “tree farm” crafting station, and hay rides under the beautiful lights of City Center Circle.
DeLand Christmas Parade
Saturday | 6 p.m. | A beloved tradition for more than 70 years, the DeLand Christmas Parade brings joy to families and friends on the first Saturday of December.
Port Orange Holiday Parade
Sunday | 2 p.m. | The parade will consist of bands and floats centered around this year’s theme – “Hollywood Holidays.” The parade route starts at Jackson Street and will run east on Dunlawton Avenue to Spruce Creek Road.
For more events going on in your area, check out our Community Calendar
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Viewer: Dawn Arnold | Location: Palm Bay