The holidays are in full swing and if you have no idea what you’re doing this year, let us handle that for you. Need a Christmas tree? Scroll through. Need to take the kids out for some memory-making? Keep scrolling. Want something to do for free to get in the holiday spirit? You guessed it, scroll on down.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year for a reason, so here’s everything we rounded up for this holiday season. — Jenna Jones
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8375 International Drive, Orlando Various dates Icon Park is gearing up for a jam-packed holiday season with activities like Santa’s Workshop Experience at the Orlando Eye Sky Lounge, Snow on the Lawn and the Charles Dickens Carolers, Deck the Seas at Sea Life Orlando, Après Ski Social Club at Helena Modern Riviera, Frostbite’s Winter Wonderland Adventure at Museum of Illusions and more. 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/FacebookHolidays at Legoland
(One Legoland Way, Winter Haven; 888-690-5346)
Dates open: Nov. 25-27, Dec. 3-4, Dec, 10-11, Dec. 17-18, Dec. 22-31.
Cost: Ticket prices range from $94 – $163, prices for Florida residents vary, as well. Credit: Photo via Legoland Florida/FacebookSevert’s Tree Farm
(Multiple locations across Florida, 904-384 -8034)
Dates open: Open every day 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Cost: Each lot has exact prices for each individual tree, price ranges on location and not listed on website Credit:Photo via Severt's Christmas Tree Farm/FacebookHolidays at Universal Orlando
(6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819; (407-363-8000)
Dates open: Nov. 12 – Jan. 1
Cost: $134 – $230 for park tickets, additional holiday experiences range from $27 – $80 Credit: Photo courtesy Universal Orlando/FacebookLake 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/FacebookSeaworld’s Christmas Celebration
(7007 Sea World Dr, Orlando, FL 32821; (407-545-5550)
Dates open: Nov. 11 – Jan. 3
Cost: Park tickets $55 – $78, event upgrades range from being free to $55 Credit: Photo via rumoaorlando/InstagramCelebration’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/FacebookChristmas at Gaylord Palms
6000 Osceola Pkwy
For many Orlandoans, Gaylord Palms’ Christmas celebrations are rites of passage. Put on that parka you‘re anxious to use, slip on some comfy gloves and snow-tube down a hill covered in real snow or wander around two million pounds of ice. Yeah, you’re going to need that jacket. The Christmas celebration will run from Nov. 25 through January 5.
Photo via Gaylord Palms/Website Credit:Photo via Gaylord PalmsJosario’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/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/WebsiteSanta Photo Experience at The Mall at Millenia
4200 Conroy Rd; 407-363-3555
Take some time out of your Christmas shopping to meet and take photos with Santa Claus at Orlando’s fanciest mall. Open every day through Dec. 24 during mall hours.
Photo via Mall at Millenia/Facebook Credit:Photo via 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/Facebook
1401 S. Hiawassee Road, Orlando Open now until trees run out This tree lot specializes in tall Northern trees, selling trees up to 20 feet tall for those looking for a very dramatic Christmas vibe. Open every day from 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. until trees run out. Credit:Photo via Kelly's Christmas Trees tree lot/Facebook
