{"id":37357,"date":"2025-11-07T14:44:07","date_gmt":"2025-11-07T14:44:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/37357\/"},"modified":"2025-11-07T14:44:07","modified_gmt":"2025-11-07T14:44:07","slug":"experience-floridas-festive-side-at-gatorlands-holiday-ho-ho-ho-down","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/37357\/","title":{"rendered":"Experience Florida\u2019s festive side at Gatorland\u2019s Holiday Ho, Ho, Ho-Down"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">ORLANDO, Fla.  \u2013 It\u2019s a swampy season of festive fun and Florida flair at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clickorlando.com\/topic\/Gatorland\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.clickorlando.com\/topic\/Gatorland\/\">Gatorland<\/a>. <\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">The Alligator Capital of the World is kicking off its sixth annual Holiday Ho, Ho, Ho-Down starting Dec. 6, with select dates through Dec. 21. This signature event blends holiday tunes, interactive characters, and unique shopping opportunities for a one-of-a-kind seasonal celebration.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">Visitors can snap photos with Gator Claus aboard his swamp-worthy sleigh, meet the mischievous Krampus Croc, and sing along with the Florida Skunk Ape performing \u201cCryptid carols.\u201d The event also features a variety of arts and crafts vendors offering unique holiday gifts, plus the popular Gatorland gift shop stocked with exclusive collectibles.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">[EXCLUSIVE:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.clickorlando.com\/features\/2021\/07\/28\/heres-what-it-means-to-become-a-news-6-insider-its-cool-and-free\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Become a News 6 Insider (it\u2019s FREE)<\/a>| PINIT!<a href=\"https:\/\/www.clickorlando.com\/news\/local\/2023\/04\/12\/changes-have-arrived-to-pinit-heres-what-you-need-to-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Share your photos<\/a>]<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">\u201cOur Holiday Ho, Ho, Ho-Down has become a favorite family tradition for our visitors. We just love bringing the holiday magic with that special Gatorland charm \u2014 it\u2019s the kind of fun y\u2019all won\u2019t find anywhere!\u201d said Mark McHugh, Gatorland\u2019s president and CEO.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">Beyond the holiday festivities, guests can enjoy Gatorland\u2019s wildlife exhibits, shows, and adventure experiences, including thousands of alligators and crocodiles, a breeding marsh, a petting zoo, and thrilling rides like the Screamin\u2019 Gator Zipline.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">Holiday Ho, Ho, Ho-Down is included in admission. For more information, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gatorland.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.gatorland.com\/\">click here<\/a> or call 800-393-JAWS.<\/p>\n<p>Breaking News Alerts<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kiwhtN\">Get breaking news alerts delivered to your inbox.<\/p>\n<p>Copyright 2025 by WKMG ClickOrlando &#8211; All rights reserved.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"ORLANDO, Fla. \u2013 It\u2019s a swampy season of festive fun and Florida flair at Gatorland. 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