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Orlando knows how to deliver over the holidays and there are tons of free events for all ages to choose from. Here’s every holiday event worth doing that’s completely free from now until the end of the year.
Saturday, Nov. 17
Jingle Eve
Annual holiday block party with performances, a wine walk, vendors, fireworks and Santa.
5-10 pm; Ivanhoe Village Main Street, Orange Avenue between New Hampshire and Princeton streets; free-$15; ivanhoevillage.org.
Photo via Ivanhoe Village/FacebookThrough Dec. 24
Disney Springs Christmas Tree Trail
Holiday display of Christmas trees, along with Santa’s Chalet and other activities.
11 am; Disney Springs Town Center, 1676 E. Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista; free; disneysprings.com.
Photo via Disney Springs/FacebookSunday, Nov. 18
Orlando Flea Holiday Market
Indoor holiday market with more than 40 different vendors selling holiday gifts.
12-4 pm; Celine Orlando, 22 S. Magnolia Ave.; free; orlandoflea.com.
Photo via Orlando Flea/FacebookNov. 23-Dec. 28
Holidays at the Morse
The Morse Museum offers free admission on Friday evenings during the holidays, along with live music starting at 5 p.m.
4-8 pm; Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art, 445 N. Park Ave., Winter Park; free; 407-645-5311.
Photo via The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art/FacebookThrough Dec. 8
Festival of Trees
Watch the museum transform into a glittering wonderland filled with sparkling trees, vignettes and stunning décor for visitors of all ages.
10 am-4 pm; Orlando Museum of Art, 2416 N. Mills Ave.; $15; 407.896.4231; omart.org.
Photo via Orlando Museum of Art/FacebookSaturday, Nov. 24
Coastal Christmas Market
Outdoor holiday market.
9 am-5 pm; Downtown New Smyrna Beach, Canal Street and Sam Avenue, New Smyrna Beach; free.
Photo via Posh Pineapple NSB/FacebookSunday, Nov. 25
Holiday Makers Market
Meet local artists and purchase their one-of-a-kind creations.
11 am-5 pm; The Pines at Windermere, 3409 Maguire Road, Windermere; free; 407-538-1355; holidaymakersmarket.com.
Photo via Holiday Makers Market/FacebookThursday, Nov. 29
What’s Up Downtown for the Holidays
Features performances from the Russian Ballet Orlando, Mad Cow Theatre, Dr. Phillips Center Premier Performance Ensemble and more.
11:45 am; Walt Disney Amphitheater, Lake Eola Park, Rosalind Avenue and Washington Street; free; 407-246-2827; cityoforlando.net.
Photo via Downtown Orlando/FacebookNov. 30 – Dec. 23
Santa Claus at the Eola House
Santa Claus will be available for photos at the Eola House all month long, spreading Christmas cheer.
4:30-9 pm; The Eola House, 512 E. Washington St.; free; cityoforlando.net.
Photo via Lake Eola Park/FacebookNov. 30 – Dec. 23
Wekiva Island Winter Wonderland
Wekiva Island gets decked out in holiday spirit with snow slides, movies, train rides, Santa Claus visits and more.
Wekiva Island, 1014 Miami Springs Road, Longwood; free; wekivaisland.com.
Photo via Wekiva Island/FacebookFriday, Nov. 30
Tree Lighting Celebration
The official lighting of the city’s 72-foot Christmas tree features 88,000 animated lights.
5 pm; Walt Disney Amphitheater, Lake Eola Park, Rosalind Avenue and Washington Street; free; 407-246-2827; cityoforlando.net.
Photo via Orlando Concert Band/FacebookFriday, Nov. 30
Thornton Park District Christmas Tree Decorating
Thornton Park Main Street District invites residents to hang ornaments and string lights on the Main Street District’s tree.
5:30 pm; Olde Town Brokers, 11 N. Summerlin Ave.; free; 407-425-5069; thorntonparkdistrict.com.
Photo via Olde Town Brokers/FacebookDec. 1-30
Deck the Downtown
A map guides residents and visitors as they walk the streets of downtown, enjoying the creativity and holiday spirit of each of the participating business locations.
Downtown Orlando, Central Boulevard and Court Avenue; free; deckthedto.com.
Photo via Downtown Orlando/FacebookSaturday, Dec. 1
Holiday Concert at Lake Eola Park
Holiday concert and toy drive from the Florida Symphony Youth Orchestra.
6 pm; Walt Disney Amphitheater, Lake Eola Park, Rosalind Avenue and Washington Street; free; 407-246-2827; cityoforlando.net.
Photo via Florida Symphony Youth Orchestra/FacebookSaturday, Dec. 1
Many Moods of Christmas
The Bethune-Cookman Concert Chorale gives an intimate evening of holiday music, including jazz and gospel along with sacred and classical choral works.
5 pm; Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater, Dr. Phillips Center, 445 S. Magnolia Ave.; free; drphillipscenter.org.
Photo via Bethune-Cookman University Concert Corale/FacebookSaturday, Dec. 1
Kinky Shopping Extravaganza
Holiday market with gifts that range from crafty to kinky.
3-7 pm; The Woodshed, 6431 Milner Blvd.; free; 407-293-7474; thewoodshedorlando.com.
Photo via The Woodshed Orlando/FacebookSaturday, Dec. 1
Winter Wonderland
Holiday celebration with a parade and Christmas tree lighting.
4:30-9 pm; Winter Springs Town Center, 158 Tuskawilla Road, Winter Springs; free; 407-327-6593; drphillipscenter.org.
Photo via City of Winter Springs/FacebookSaturday, Dec. 1
Holiday Fair
Gift fair featuring more than 75 local vendors and craftspeople. Shop for beautiful and unique items, homemade concessions and fresh food from the grill.
9 am-2 pm; St. Luke’s Lutheran Church and School, 2021 W. State Road 426, Oviedo; free; 407-365-3408.
Photo via Adobe ImagesSaturday, Dec. 1
Songs of the Season
A free holiday concert from Full Sail University and Rollins College.
7 pm; Seneff Arts Plaza, 445 S. Magnolia Ave.; free; 407-839-0119; drphillipscenter.org.
Photo via Rollins College/FacebookSunday, Dec. 2
Orlando Philharmonic: Holiday Pops
Bring your blanket and a picnic for a concert program of holiday favorites.
4 pm; Central Park, Winter Park, North Park Avenue and West Morse Boulevard, Winter Park; free; cityofwinterpark.org.
Photo via Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra/FacebookSunday, Dec. 2
Will’s A Faire Holiday Market
Holiday retro, vintage and handmade market.
1-9 pm; Will’s Pub, 1042 N. Mills Ave.; free; willspub.org.
Photo via Will’s A Faire/FacebookSunday, Dec. 2
Sparkle Handmade Art Market
Features local handmade goods and gifts, unique art, jewelry, pottery, live music, live painting and sculpting, knitting, loom woven rugs, drawings, cards, garden sculpture, massage, henna, hand-carved leather bags and corsets, and more.
10 am-5 pm; Dandelion Communitea Cafe, 618 N. Thornton Ave.; free; 407-362-1864; dandelioncommunitea.com.
Photo via Orlando WeeklyWednesday, Dec. 5
Christmas at the Casa
Santa Claus greets everyone, the house is decorated for the season, and carolers from Winter Park High School lead attendees in holiday favorites.
4-8 pm; Casa Feliz, 656 N. Park Ave., Winter Park; free; 407-628-8200; cityofwinterpark.org.
Photo via Casa Feliz Historic Home MuseumWednesday, Dec. 5
Krampusnacht at Hollerbach’s
Santa’s evil counterpart arrives to punish the naughty and eat schnitzel. Costumes welcome.
7 pm; Hollerbach’s Willow Tree Cafe, 205 E. First St., Sanford; free; 407-321-2204; willowtreecafe.com.
Photo via Hollerbach’s Willow Tree Cafe/FacebookThursday, Dec. 6
Christmas in the Park
The Morse Museum decorates Central Park with stained glass windows while the Bach Festival Choir performs a holiday concert.
6:15 pm; Central Park, Winter Park, North Park Avenue and West Morse Boulevard, Winter Park; free; cityofwinterpark.org.
Photo via City of Winter Park/FacebookThursday, Dec. 6
Holiday on the Drive
Santa and friends ring in the holiday season by turning Edgewater Drive into a winter wonderland, and shops along the drive open for holiday shopping.
5 pm; Edgewater Drive, Edgewater Drive and Smith Street; free; collegeparkpartnership.com.
Photo via Adobe ImagesFriday, Dec. 7
Popcorn Flicks in the Park: Miracle on 34th Street
Free outdoor screening of the Christmas classic about a girl who doesn’t believe in Santa Claus and the crazy old man out to prove her wrong.
7 pm; Central Park, Winter Park, North Park Avenue and West Morse Boulevard, Winter Park; free; enzian.org.
Photo via Enzian Theater/FacebookFriday, Dec. 7
Holiday Movie at Lake Eola Park: The Polar Express
Free screening of the animated film based on the popular children’s book.
7 pm; Walt Disney Amphitheater, Lake Eola Park, Rosalind Avenue and Washington Street; free; 407-246-2827; cityoforlando.net.
Photo via Warner Bros.Saturday, Dec. 8
Winter Spark Parade
Holiday festival with artists, vendors, food and an opportunity for pictures with Santa & Mrs. Claus, followed by a lighted parade down New Broad Street.
3-7:30 pm; Downtown Baldwin Park, 4915 New Broad St.; free; 407-443-6110; baldwinparkevents.com.
Photo via Winter Spark in Baldwin Park/FacebookSaturday, Dec. 8
Winter Park “Ye Olde Hometown” Christmas Parade
The longest running holiday parade in Central Florida travels down Park Avenue, starting at Cole Avenue and proceeding south, ending at Lyman Avenue.
9 am; Park Avenue, Park Avenue at Morse Boulevard, Winter Park; free; cityofwinterpark.org.
Photo via City of Winter Park/FacebookSaturday, Dec. 8
Marc With a C’s Annual Holiday Marathon Show
Hours of music from the newly Grammy-nominated songwriter.
7 pm; The Geek Easy, 114 S. Semoran Blvd., Winter Park; free; 407-332-9636.
Photo via Marc With a C/FacebookSaturday, Dec. 8
A Christmas Carol
Broadway and film actor Duffy Hudson brings Dickens classic to life by playing 30 characters without the aid of props or costumes.
11 am-12:15 pm; Orlando Public Library, 101 E. Central Blvd.; Free; 407-835-7323; ocls.info.
Photo via Duffy Hudson/FacebookSaturday, Dec. 8
Holiday Amaryllis Festival
Featuring beautiful amaryllis bulbs and blooming amaryllis for sale for the holidays. Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive for family pictures, along with live music, nature-themed vendors, food, a gift shop, silent auction and eco-activities for children.
9 am-3 pm; Nehrling Gardens, 2267 Hempel Ave., Gotha; free; 407-445-9977; nehrlinggardens.org.
Photo via Nehrling Gardens/FacebookSaturday, Dec. 8
Rotary Club of Orlando Christmas Parade
The Rotary Club of Orlando hosts its inaugural Christmas parade.
4 pm; Orange Avenue, intersection of Minnesota Avenue and Denning Drive, Winter Park; free; orlandorotary.org.
Photo via Adobe ImagesSunday, Dec. 9
Chanukah on the Park
Includes singing, live music, dancers, face painting, jugglers, food and a grand menorah lighting.
4:30 pm; Central Park, Winter Park, North Park Avenue and West Morse Boulevard, Winter Park; free; 407-529-5966; cityofwinterpark.org.
Photo via Chabad of Greater Orlando/FacebookFriday, Dec. 14
Annual Violectric Holiday Show
A free and pet-friendly live concert featuring holiday classics.
7 pm; Walt Disney Amphitheater, Lake Eola Park, Rosalind Avenue and Washington Street; free; 407-246-2827; cityoforlando.net.
Photo via Violectric/FacebookFriday, Dec. 14
Snow in the Park
Kids of all ages can glide down giant ice slides, play in snow flurries, or tinker in the toymaker’s workshop. Everyone is able to warm up with free delicious s’mores and hot chocolate.
6-9 pm; Central Park’s West Meadow, North Park Avenue and West Morse Boulevard, Winter Park; free; cityofwinterpark.org.
Photo via Adobe ImagesSaturday, Dec. 15
Winter Park Rotary Club Christmas Water Ski Show and Boat Parade
From Lake Virginia to Lake Osceola, family and friends can gather in their backyards or on the Rollins College campus behind the Cornell Fine Arts Museum to see the impressive boat and dock holiday decorations.
3-8 pm; Cornell Fine Arts Museum, Rollins College, 1000 Holt Ave., Winter Park; free; 407-646-2526; cityofwinterpark.org.
Photo by Rob BartlettSaturday, Dec. 15
Holiday Lights Ride
Annual group bike ride to look at Christmas lights throughout the neighborhood.
6-9 pm; Bikes Beans & Bordeaux, 3022 Corrine Drive; free; 407-427-1440; bikesbeansandbordeaux.com.
Photo via Bikes, Beans & Bordeaux Cafe/FacebookSaturday, Dec. 15
Holiday Movie at Lake Eola Park: The Santa Clause
Free screening of the holiday comedy.
7 pm; Walt Disney Amphitheater, Lake Eola Park, Rosalind Avenue and Washington Street; free; 407-246-2827; cityoforlando.net.
Photo via Walt Disney PicturesSunday, Dec. 16
Grandma Party Bazaar
Parking lot holiday market with vendors, live music, interactive booths and more.
10 am-6 pm; Stardust Video and Coffee, 1842 E. Winter Park Road; free; 407-623-3393; facebook.com/stardustie.
Photo via Grandma Party Bazaar/FacebookSunday, Dec. 16
Holiday Pop Swap Market
Find unique gifts for family and friends among the vendors at the Holiday Pop Swap Market, which features vintage, vinyl and handcrafted products and several food trucks.
1 pm; Dear Prudence Shop, 2912 Corrine Drive; free; 407-894-8941.
Photo via Dear Prudence Shop and Online store/Facebookh3>Friday, Dec. 21
Holiday Movie at Lake Eola Park: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
Chevy Chase holiday comedy.
7 pm; Walt Disney Amphitheater, Lake Eola Park, Rosalind Avenue and Washington Street; free; 407-246-2827; cityoforlando.net.
Photo via Warner Bros.Dec. 22-23
Holiday Open House
Stroll through the Morse’s collection accompanied by live music.
1-4 pm; Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art, 445 N. Park Ave., Winter Park; free; 407-645-5311.
Photo via The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art/FacebookSaturday, Dec. 22
Merry Tuba Christmas
Enjoy the rich sounds of Christmas as tuba, euphonium, sousaphone and baritone players of all ages gather to perform a free concert from the main stage.
1 pm; Central Park, Winter Park, North Park Avenue and West Morse Boulevard, Winter Park; free; cityofwinterpark.org.
Photo via City of Winter Park/FacebookSaturday, Dec. 22
Wekiva Island Boat Parade
Boats decorated in Christmas lights illuminate the Wekiva River for hundreds of spectators in a uniquely Floridian procession.
7 pm; Wekiva Island, 1014 Miami Springs Road, Longwood; free; wekivaisland.com.
Photo via Wekiva Island/Facebook