21 Christmas tree farms and Santa villages to visit in Central Florida this holiday season

Severt’s Christmas Tree Farm

Multiple locations

With over 40 years of experience, this family-owned farm harvests trees Fraser Fir Christmas trees from North Carolina and Virgina. Locations span across Florida, with Central Florida stores in Winter Springs, Kissimmee and Lake Mary. Open every day with varying hours.

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Wekiva Island’s Winter Wonderland

1014 Miami Springs Drive, Longwood; 407-862-1500

Have the most Florida Christmas experience ever at Wekiva Island. The winter wonderland features outdoor movie screenings, Santa and Mrs. Claus visits, a snow slide, train rides, toy soldier stilt walkers and more. You can also experience snow flurries falling from the sky every day for the duration of the event. Lasts every day through Dec. 23, with varying hours.

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Watson Christmas Tree Farm

198 Cedar Grove Rd, Oak Hill; 386-345-2940

If you have your heart set on a fancy tree brought in from North Carolina, look no further than this family owned and operated farm. Guests can also purchase wreaths and create holiday crafts. Open every day from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Santa’s Winter Wonderland Village

413 North Alafaya Trail; 407-855-3939

Enjoy this Christmas-themed carnival at Waterford Lakes Town Center through New Year’s Eve. Features carnival booths, games and rides as well as a Santa’s Workshop for children to take photos with Santa and/or listen to his storytimes. Open every day with varying hours.

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Stanley Pond Adventure Farm

15426 County Rd 48, Astatula; 352-742-8180

Whether taking an airboat ride, shooting a tennis ball cannon, riding horses or just looking for a Christmas tree, there is something for everyone at this family-fun-oriented tree farm. The farm is only open for special events and reservations, so make sure to make a reservation ahead of time.

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Christmas in the Country

130 Garfield Rd, Deltona; 386-860-1234

Located at the River of Life Church, this Christmas festival provides both religious and secular holiday fun, with Christmas village and nativity displays as well as a hay ride through a lights display, marshmallow roasting, ornament making, live music, a maze and more. Open every Friday and Saturday from 6-8:30 through Dec. 22.

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Cottom Farm’s Christmas Village

4650 Marion County Rd, Weirsdale; 352-751-4544

Experience Christmas the Southern way with Santa’s Southern Home, open every day at 6 p.m. through Dec. 24. The event includes a tour through the home, a hay ride and vendors. Guests can also get pancakes with Santa at 9 a.m. every day.

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Santa’s Chalet at the Disney Springs Marketplace

1486 Buena Vista Dr

After exploring Disney Springs’ Christmas Tree Trail, meet and take a photo with Santa Claus. Available every day from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

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Ergle Christmas Tree Farm

3325 Treiman Blvd, Dade City; 352-583-3647

Northern trees are imported weekly, making sure you get into the true winter spirit. You can also experience their kid-friendly activities such as a train ride, petting farm animals and a concession stand. The farm is open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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Christmas at Gaylord Palms

6000 West Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee; 407-586-4423

Get into the Christmas spirit all the way through Jan. 6 at Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center. This year’s theme of “A Christmas Story” will be represented through interactive ice sculptures. Also, guests of all ages can experience snow tubing down an ice slide. Hours vary depending on the activity you choose.

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Lake Nona’s Holiday Festival

6900 Tavistock Lakes Blvd

Lake Nona’s very first holiday festival spans from Dec. 8-30 and will include live entertainment, an outdoor ice rink, “occasional snowfalls,” photos with Santa, holiday movie screenings and festive food and drinks. The event is open Thursday-Sunday from 3-10 p.m. at the Lake Nona Town Center.

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Lazy Lay Acres

14920 Swift Rd, Dade City; 352-567-6808

Offering both Florida-grown and Northern trees as well as fresh made wreaths, there is something for everyone at this family farm. They also make your life easier, as they shake and bale the tree and offer no-hassle tree stands. Open every day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. until Dec. 24.

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Light Up UCF

12777 Gemini Blvd N; 407-823-6006

Head over to the UCF campus for carnival rides, a holiday market, photos with Santa, outdoor movies, a light show and one of the only outdoor ice skating rinks in Central Florida. Open every day with varying hours.

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Long & Scott Farms

26216 County Road 448A, Mount Dora; 352-383-6900

Get a Christmas tree, buy some ornaments and meet Santa Claus at this Mount Dora farm. Also, delve into Scott’s Country Market and the Country Cafe for fresh local produce, open Tuesday-Sunday. Hours vary.

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Nicholas’s Christmas Tree Farm

14260 SE 80th Ave, Summerfield; 352-245-8633

Experience cutting your own tree as well as taking your pick from many fresh farm foods, including fresh vegetables and raw honey. The farm is open every day from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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Now Snowing in Celebration

671 Front Street, Celebration; 407-566-2526

Experience snowfall in Florida at Celebration’s 20th annual winter wonderland event, featuring an ice rink, Dickens-style carolers, concerts, train rides and more. The event happens every day from 5-10 p.m through Dec. 31.

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Santa Claus at the Eola House

512 E Washington St; 407-246-4484

Meet and take pictures with Santa Claus at the Eola House in Lake Eola Park every weekend for the entire month of December. Open every Friday-Saturday through Dec. 23. Hours vary.

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Santa Photo Experience at 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.

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Santa Tuesdays at Cranes Roost Park

274 Cranes Roost Blvd, Altamonte Springs; 407-571-8180

Every Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m., children can meet Santa at Cranes Roost Park. All you need is a camera and a wishlist! Food and drinks are also available.

Photo via City of Altamonte/Facebook

Santa’s Christmas Tree Forest

35317 Huff Rd, Eustis; 352-357-9863

Through Dec. 23, you can hop on a hay ride to tour the 17,000 trees located at this tree farm. They provide the saw, and guests can cut their own trees. Other attractions include zip lining, horse riding, a petting zoo and more. Hours vary.

Photo via Santa’s Farm/Facebook