In need of something extra to get you in the holiday spirit? We’ve rounded up a list filled with Christmas celebrations galore. There’s Santa villages with ice skating rinks, Christmas tree farms and plenty of chances to meet the big guy in red.
The Santa Workshop Experience at ICON Park
(8375 International Drive Orlando, Florida 32819; 407-601-7907)
Dates open: November 5 – December 24; Dec. 3 – 24: open 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Cost: $20 – $60 Credit:Photo via Icon Park/FacebookSanta’s Christmas Tree Forest
(35317 Huff Road, Eustis; 352-357-9863)
Dates open: November 19 – December 18, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost: Admission to farm begins at $7 and goes up from there, under $40 – $350 for Christmas tree prices, admission depends on activity, two and under are free
More info:Take your pick of pre-cut trees and U-cut Florida trees that come in all sizes. Admission tickets are required for all guests visiting the farm. Make sure to get your tickets early online. Visit with Santa on certain dates. Credit:Photo via Santa's Christmas Tree Forest/FacebookLegoland’s Santa
888-690-5346, 1 Legoland Way, Winter Haven
A Legoland Christmas celebration would not be complete without its towering Lego Christmas tree, seasonal shows and special guests. Keep a lookout for holiday Lego characters such as Lego Santa and Lego Gingerbread Man.
Photo via Legoland’s Santa/FacebookSevert’s Tree Farm
Multiple Locations.
Severt’s Tree Farm grows, cuts and ships all of its trees from its farm in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina and Virginia. A new shipment of trees comes in every few days, giving customers the freshest picks.
Photo via Severt’s Tree Farm/FacebookUniversal Orlando Santa Experience
407-363-8000, 6000 Universal Blvd.
Universal Studios is celebrating the holidays with a holiday tree hunt. Guests can use a brochure to find decorated trees scattered around the amusement park. Those that find all the trees will earn a special holiday ornament.
Photo via Universal Orlando/WebsiteLake Nona’s “Oh what fun” Holiday festival
(Lake Nona Town Center 6955 Tavistock Lakes Blvd; 407-888-6500, venue number 407-536-9666)
Dates open: Dec.7 – Dec. 24
Cost: Free, ticketed activities range from $20 Credit:Photo via Learn Lake Nona/FacebookSanta Tuesday at Cranes Roost
407-571-8180, 274 Cranes Roost Blvd., Altamonte Springs
Live music, fireworks, train rides and Santa will all be present at Cranes Roost Park throughout the holiday months.Take a stroll surrounded by 200,000 lights and pay a visit to a 60-foot Christmas tree, decorated with thousands of ornaments.
Photo via City of Altamonte/FacebookSeaworld’s Christmas Celebration
407-545-5550, 7007 SeaWorld Drive
Over 3 million lights will cover Seaworld during its Christmas celebration. Holiday fireworks will light up the sky while visitors can skate at the Winter Wonderland on Ice. The festivities will run to Jan. 2.
Photo via Seaworld’s Christmas Celebration/FacebookCelebration’s Now Snowing Festival
(Between Highway 192 and 4 near Walt Disney World
Dates open: Nov. 25 – Dec. 31
Cost: Parking and admission are free Credit:Photo via Orlando World Center Marriott/Facebook
Three locations across Central Florida including Orlando, Winter Garden and Lake Nona Hours differ across locations The story of Ciro and Sons began in Claire, Michigan, in 1965, when Ciro’s father came up with the idea to provide quality trees in the Central Florida area. A few decades later, Ciro is still committed to the same mission with his sons working alongside him. Credit:Ciro and Sons Christmas Trees/FacebookGive Kids the World Christmas Village, Night of a Million Lights
(210 S Bass Rd, Kissimmee, FL 34746; 407-396-1114)
Dates open: Nov. 12 – Jan. 1
Cost: Ranges from $20 – $40 depending on certain days and tickets, example: holiday and standard tickets have different prices Credit:Photo via Give Kids the World Christmas Village/FacebookHolly Jolly Meadows Christmas Tree Farm
(4705 Meadow Green Rd, Mims, FL 32754; 321-747-8985)
Dates open: Nov. 25 until trees run out
Cost: Price varies on trees, an estimate found on Facebook says $75 – $95
More info: As of the time of this article’s publication, only about 40 Christmas trees are left, per this Facebook post, so hop to it! Credit:Photo via Holly Jolly Meadows Christmas Tree Farm/FacebookSanta Experience at Disney Springs
(1486 Buena Vista Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830; 407-939-5277)
Dates open: Nov. 11 – Dec. 30, open Monday – Thursday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Friday – Saturday from 10 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.
Cost: Prices vary on based on activities such as shopping or dinner Credit:Photo via Santa Experience at Disney Springs/FacebookSanta at the Gaylord Palms
407-586-0000, 6000 W. Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee
Guests can embark on a Christmas mission with Buddy the Elf, build gingerbread houses at a decorating corner and snow tube down the “snow flow mountain”.
Photo via Gaylord Palms/FacebookJosario’s Christmas Trees
(Two locations. One at 300 East Michigan Street Orlando Florida 32806 and another at 8010 Red Bug Lake Road Oviedo, Florida 32765)
Dates open: Nov. 19 – Dec 25, open until Christmas 9 a,m. -9 p.m.
Cost: starting at $29.99 and up Credit:Photo via Josario's Christmas Trees/FacebookLake Mary Holiday in the Park
407-506-2735, 100 N. Country Club Road
Hosted at Central Park, the Christmas celebration will include a holiday tree lighting ceremony, dancing light show and a visit from Mr. and Mrs. Claus. There will also be plenty of activities such as a winter maze, balloon artists, holiday carolers, food vendors and more throughout the holiday season.
Photo via Lake Mary Holiday in the Park/FacebookLong & Scott Farms
352-383-6900, 26216 County Road 448A, Mount Dora
A visit to Long & Scott farms will not only include a beautiful Christmas tree, but also a 7-acre corn maze, super slide and fresh produce. Make sure to call ahead to check availability.
Photo via Long & Scott Farms/Facebook
just off Highway 40 in Silver Springs Through December Just north of Orlando, you can roll up your sleeves and cut down your very own Christmas tree in the Ocala National Forest. All that’s required is a $10 permit that can be purchased online plus some elbow grease. Credit:Photo via U.S. Government Recreation/WebsiteSanford’s Christmas in the Square
407-688-5000, 200 E. 1 St., Sanford
Historic Downtown Sanford will be covered in festive lighting and decorations, ready for great photo ops. Keep a look out for “pop up” entertainment each Friday and Saturday evening through December 19th.
Photo via City of Sanford/FacebookMall at Millenia Santa Experience
407-363-3555, 4200 Conroy Road
The Mall at Millenia has expanded its Santa Experience to create a distanced visit with the big guy in the red suit. The mall is requiring guests to reserve their time online to visit Santa’s workshop.
Photo via The Mall at Millenia/FacebookBass Pro Shop’s Santa Wonderland
(Multiple locations; 1-800-227-7776)
Dates open: Nov. 5 – Dec. 24
Cost: Free picture with Santa Credit:Photo via Bass Pro Shop/FacebookWinter Wonder DeLand
(Downtown DeLand)
Dates open: Dec. 2 – Jan. 1, 2023.
Cost: Free
More info: “Launched in 2021, Winter Wonder DeLand is a month long celebration of the holidays, where residents can enjoy the holiday lighting displays and ambiance in Downtown DeLand while also supporting the city’s local businesses and restaurants,” their website reads. Find out more information here. Credit:Photo via Santa Visits DeLand/FacebookKelly’s Christmas Trees
407-748-3171
Whether it’s 20-feet or 2-feet tall, the perfect Christmas tree is waiting for you at Kelly’s. Make sure to pay a visit before you end up taking your pick from the Charlie Brown tree section.
Photo via Kelly’s Christmas Trees/Facebook
