{"id":74781,"date":"2025-12-07T20:56:11","date_gmt":"2025-12-07T20:56:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/74781\/"},"modified":"2025-12-07T20:56:11","modified_gmt":"2025-12-07T20:56:11","slug":"central-florida-holiday-events-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/74781\/","title":{"rendered":"Central Florida holiday events 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

ORLANDO, Fla. \u2014 Central Florida is gearing up to celebrate the holidays with a wonderful array of events this week. It\u2019s a fantastic opportunity for us all to come together, enjoy some festive cheer, and create special memories with our community.<\/p>\n

The Winter Garden Fire Rescue Annual Santa Run<\/a> will see Santa touring the North West Winter Garden area with the fire rescue team from 5:45 PM to 9:00 PM.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Wekiva Island\u2019s Winter Wonderland<\/a> offers holiday decorations and activities, including Christmas trees and \u2018snowball\u2019 fights, available throughout the day and evening.<\/p>\n

Dazzling Nights at Leu Gardens<\/a> invites visitors to stroll through a magical light display, featuring towering lights, an 80-foot tunnel, and faux snow at Harry P. Leu Gardens. <\/p>\n

The Frontyard Holiday Festival at the Dr. Phillips Center<\/a> for the Performing Arts continues with nightly snowfalls, light displays, and live performances on the Seneff Arts Plaza.<\/p>\n

Lake Nona\u2019s \u2018Oh, What Fun!\u2019 Holiday Festival <\/a>promises various activities and entertainment for attendees. <\/p>\n

Additionally, numerous public light displays are available for viewing, including the Eola Wonderland Christmas tree<\/a> at Lake Eola Park and the light displays at Cranes Roost Park.<\/p>\n

ICE! at Gaylord Palms Resort<\/a> offers a unique experience featuring elaborate ice sculptures inspired by a holiday story, complete with ice slides and parkas provided for guests.<\/p>\n

Theme Parks<\/p>\n

Major theme parks in Central Florida, including Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld Orlando, and LEGOLAND Florida, are open and featuring their full slate of Christmas celebrations.<\/p>\n

Click here<\/a> to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here<\/a> to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.<\/p>\n

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