{"id":37866,"date":"2025-11-07T21:19:08","date_gmt":"2025-11-07T21:19:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/37866\/"},"modified":"2025-11-07T21:19:08","modified_gmt":"2025-11-07T21:19:08","slug":"santa-workshop-experience-returns-to-icon-park-with-free-carousel-rides-for-kids-wftv","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/37866\/","title":{"rendered":"Santa Workshop Experience returns to ICON Park with free carousel rides for kids \u2013 WFTV"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. \u2014 The Santa Workshop Experience returns to ICON Park in Orlando, offering families a chance to meet Santa and enjoy free carousel rides for children under 13.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">The annual event, running from Nov.8 to Dec. 24, transforms ICON Park into a holiday wonderland, complete with twinkling lights and festive decorations. <\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">The event organizers say families can capture holiday portraits with Santa and enjoy exclusive discounts to nearby attractions like Madame Tussauds Wax Museum and SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">This year, the Santa Workshop Experience includes a complimentary ride on the Carousel on the Promenade for all children under 13. For children under 42 inches tall, a parent or guardian can also ride for free, ensuring the whole family can join in the fun.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">The Santa Workshop Experience has been a holiday tradition in Central Florida since 2002, and its relocation to ICON Park in 2020 has allowed the event to expand with new offerings and photo opportunities.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">Adding to the festive atmosphere, ICON Park will feature a 50-foot Christmas tree, which will be lit during the I-Drive District Holiday Tree Lighting event on November 21 at 6 p.m. The event will include live entertainment and remarks from local leaders to kick off the holiday season in Orlando.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wftv.com\/mobile-apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" title=\"https:\/\/www.wftv.com\/mobile-apps\">Click here<\/a> to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. 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