Did you forget the holiday ham, the roast, sides, or that centerpiece dessert? Last minute shopping? Don't worry because we've listed everything you need to know about which major stores are open and closed on Christmas here in Orlando. Have you checked your grocery and gift lists? Have you remembered everyone? Are you sure... did you check the list twice? Every year, no matter how much time you spend preparing for Christmas, there's always something you forget! be it a last

Hear those sleigh (cow) bells jingling? It's the Holiday Milk Mart, baby! Kick your family that's visiting for the holidays out of the house and into the streets... of Milk Mart's Annual Holiday Market! On December 21 from 12 pm - 6 pm, the parking lots and streets of The Milk District will be full to the brim with local art, food trucks, live music, and more. Taing place on the last Sunday before Christmas, this is possibly your last chance to shop local before the big day..

This dazzling holiday spectacle blends breathtaking acrobatics, aerial artistry and beloved seasonal music to create a family-friendly experience designed to immerse audiences in a winter dreamscape. Step into a world of enchantment this holiday season as Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland brings its magical extravaganza to The King Center in Melbourne for one night only! On December 20, g et ready to be swept away on a journey filled with music, marvels, and merriment, guarant

Save the date for an evening of festive fun including live music, mini golf, a holiday movie, and more! Join Give Kids The World Village in Kissimmee and help change lives by attending a festive and merry holiday fundraising event! On Saturday, December 20 and Sunday, December 21, 2025, enjoy the sights and sounds of the season at Holiday Nights at the Village! All proceeds will help fund weeklong, cost-free vacations to Central Florida for children with critical illnesses an

Tampa's Holiday Lighted Boat Parade is a spectacular procession of boats adorned with thousands of twinkling lights. Tampa’s largest lighted boat parade will take place on Saturday, December 20, 2025, lighting up the Hillsborough River in Downtown Tampa with a dazzling display of holiday cheer. The parade kicks off at 6:15 pm near the Lighthouse off Davis Islands, with both large and small vessels cruising past Sparkman Wharf, Harbour Island, and the Tampa Convention Center.

An interactive cocktail class will offer fans the opportunity to craft their own winter themed cocktails on Dec. 26. Four Flamingos: A Richard Blais Florida Kitchen at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress has introduced and new seasonal line-up of cocktails and mocktails to help guests celebrate and enjoy winter in a distinctly Florida manner, while also offering guests a chance to treat themselves to a post-Christmas treat with an entire interactive cocktail class experience fea

Chase Padgett's brings a six-stringed evening to Orlando, with a heartwarming blend of classic holiday carols, guitar mastery, and storytelling. Chase Padgett brings his prodigious talents as a singer, guitarist, comedian and storyteller to this six-stringed evening of Christmas spirit. Stuffed like a stocking with timeless Christmas music, this one-man show will strum up jolly cheer with jokes and tales about how Christmas changed Chase’s life forever. Creating magical holid

In addition to the live music, Tampa's Holiday RiverFest will feature the Lighted Boat Parade, Wiener Dog Races, Kids Zone, Ugly Sweater Contest, Festive Food & Drinks and more. Holiday RiverFest is Tampa’s newest holiday tradition, bringing together live music, festive treats, and family-friendly fun on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park. Save the date for an entire day of family fun including live music from world-renowned artists Ernest, Uncle K

This multi-media production celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ, with mezzo-soprano Angela Brower, local choir and Irish & ballet dancers. Grammy-nominated violinist, Jenny Oaks Baker, and her accomplished children, musical ensemble Family Four, will perform on December 18, at Windermere High School in a heartwarming, Christ-centered holiday show featuring world renowned mezzo soprano Angela Brower. Attendees will enjoy cherished Christmas carols arranged by Emmy Award-winni

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Yes its July, and if feels hotter than the inside of an oven but its time look ahead to Christmas!! Multi-platinum artist and Grammy winner, Michael W. Smith is set to perform in Orlando this holiday season, as the christian singer brings his headline Every Christmas Tour to the stage at The Plaza Live. After selling more than 15 million albums, scoring 32 No. 1 hits, receiving 2x RIAA Multi-Platinum, 6 Platinum and 16 Gold certifi

Experience the magic of the season at Cranes Roost Park with a dazzling holiday display, featuring thousands of sparkling lights and a magnificent 60-foot tree. Experience the magic of the holidays throughout December as the City of Altamonte Springs and Duke Energy continue the tradition of illuminating Cranes Roost Park. Experience the magic as the park comes to life with dazzling holiday displays, featuring thousands of sparkling lights and a magnificent 60-foot tree adorn

Rock into the Holiday Season at this FREE, family-friendly, LIVE outdoor Violectric Concert featuring mashups of holiday tunes with classic rock hits. Central Florida's electrifying strings super-group Violectric, led by "Vinylinist" Michelle Jones, will rock the holidays once again with the 13th Annual Violectric Holiday Show on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 7 p.m. at the Walt Disney Amphitheater at Lake Eola Park. FREE and open to the public, the 90+ minute live concert i

Start a new holiday tradition…an unforgettable concert experience filled with the magic if the season and your Christmas favorites. Immerse yourself in the enchantment of Christmas with Vienna Light Orchestra’s Christmas Tour 2025. Celebrated for their captivating performances, this world-renowned ensemble features the musical brilliance of multi-national musicians and stunning sopranos, delivering a breathtaking evening of holiday magic. With heartwarming vocals, soaring st

This winter, TSO is hitting the road with the fan-favorite show The Ghosts of Christmas Eve: The Best of TSO and More, performing 106 concerts in 64 venues. Orlando’s favorite holiday tradition is BACK! Trans-Siberian Orchestra's yearly touring has become a rite of annual passage and this year the group is set to play 106 performances in 64 venues, ensuing they bring some heaviness to as many people as possible this holiday season. Multiple casts will take the epic all-new st

Join the City of Kissimmee for an unforgettable evening filled with holiday spirit, family fun, and community joy. Get ready for one of Kissimmee’s brightest traditions, the Festival of Lights Parade! T his magical event on Saturday, December 13, 2025, brings together residents, businesses, and groups from across Kissimmee to illuminate the streets with spectacular floats and festive displays. The celebration kicks off with a Holiday Festival from 4 - 7 pm at Kissimmee City