Orlando Christmas Lights and Holiday Displays 2025
- Alastair Mac
- 51 minutes ago
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It's time to light up Orlando! Check out the sparkling selection of Christmas Light Displays and Holiday Light Up Events in Orlando.
Step into a Christmas Wonderland and experience a dazzling choice of Christmas Lights, Holiday Light Displays, and Community Light-Up Events throughout Orlando.
From vibrant festive lights throughout the streets of our communities, to light displays such as Dazzling Nights at Leu Gardens, Illuminate at Aquatica Orlando, and the Asian Lantern Festival at Central Floirda Zoo, the Christmas and Holiday Season shines brightly in Orlando!
Orlando Christmas Lights & Holiday Displays 2025
November 8 - January 31
Step into a nighttime festival that transforms Aquatica into a luminous world of wonder. Guests will journey through five radiant realms, each fully immersive with brilliant lantern displays, dynamic sounds, captivating scents, and themed food & beverage that bring each realm to life. From shimmering seascapes to playful candy-inspired creations, every step reveals something new to explore, taste, and share.
November 8 - January 5
Join Stan the T-Rex and his fossil friends in DinoDigs at Orlando Science Center as they show off their twinkling talent in a festive display of music and light. Each family-friendly show will run about four minutes and concludes with a wintry surprise. This dazzling light show is included in general admission for a limited time so don’t miss out! Be sure to see it multiple times on your visit as the experience is different from every angle.
November 13 - January 18, Select Day
Step into the first-of-its-kind nighttime art experience where endangered wildlife takes center stage. Lights On will transform Brevard Zoo after dark with over 30 captivating artworks—featuring near life-size illuminated paintings, glow-in-the-dark murals, interactive virtual reality, lighting effects and more.
November 13 - January 1
Stroll beneath the Cathedral of Lights, ride the Carousel, and soak in the festive sights and sounds of Winter Park. Shop unique gifts, dine at award winning spots, and enjoy seasonal decor inspired by the city’s heritage—featuring temple oranges, pinecones, and magnolia leaves. Celebrate on Park transforms Park Avenue and Central Park into a sparkling wonderland open to all. Guests from near and far are invited to stroll beneath a Cathedral of Lights, take a ride on the Carousel, and experience the magic of the season in the heart of Winter Park.
November 14 - January 18
This holiday season, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will glow once again as it hosts the Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild, presented by Publix! Step into a world of light and color like you’ve never seen before. Wander the three-quarter-mile pathway filled with all-new, handcrafted lantern scenes, each glowing with thousands of LED lights.
November 15 - 23
For nearly four decades, the Council of 101’s Festival of Trees has marked the start of the holiday season in Orlando. The tradition returns to the Orlando Museum of Art, Nov. 15–23, with its 39th annual celebration themed “A Season of Celebration.” Guests will be surrounded by dazzling displays including more than 50 designer-decorated trees, festive wreaths, gingerbread creations, holiday vignettes, and tabletop displays. Visitors can shop in the Holiday Boutique, stroll Santa Claus Lane, enjoy live entertainment scheduled daily, and dine in the Festival Café. On weekends, Santa Claus will be on hand for photos and meet-and-greets. New events include creative holiday workshops and Holiday Home Tour.
November 15 - January 11
The 32nd Annual Nights of Lights dazzles with more than three million lights adorning every corner of the historic district for two months. This award-winning holiday lights display runs from Saturday, November 15, 2025, to January 11, 2026, in historic downtown St. Augustine. During the seasonal display, businesses downtown stay open later, letting you dine with a view of the lights and browse the shops in the decorated buildings.
November 21 - January 3
This holiday season, the World Center of Racing will transform into a festive wonderland with Magic of Lights! From November 21 through January 3, guests can enjoy a dazzling drive-through experience featuring more than two million holiday lights and displays. Spanning over a mile and a half, the event is designed for you to take in the magic from the comfort of your vehicle.
November 21
Kick off the holiday season in the heart of Orlando at the annual I-Drive District Holiday Tree Lighting! Gather with family and friends for an evening filled with festive cheer, dazzling lights, and joyful sounds. Enjoy live performances, and don’t miss the annual lightingl of the towering tree in all its seasonal splendor.
November 21
Join the Town of Windermere for Light Up Windermere on Friday, November 21! The event will take place at Town Square Park and will run 5 pm - 9:30 pm. Special guest Mayor O'Brien will be flipping the switch, so get ready! Lights turn on at 7 pm.
November 22 - January 2
The Clermont Enchanted Forest of Trees opens Nov. 22 and runs through Jan. 2 for viewing. There will be over 70 trees decorated by local organizations and businesses. You can walk on the trail to view, or park at the Clermont Boat House and walk over to Victory Pointe. Be sure to check out the trees in the day and nighttime to get the full effect!
November 22
This year’s free community celebration kicks off before Thanksgiving and will be celebrated in three downtown parks: Donnelly Park, Evans Park, and Sunset Park. Enjoy live entertainment at Donnelly Park - Santa Claus will be making a special appearance, plus, stop by Sunset Park to admire the Christmas Tree! Enjoy fireworks, live entertainment, and the magical glow of thousands of holiday lights.
November 23
An Orlando holiday tradition, the raising of the Jack Kazanzas Star 50 feet over Orange Avenue will take place the morning of Sunday, November 23 at 8 am. The more than 50-year tradition of raising the 600-pound golden star started in the 1950s. Since then, the Star has come to symbolize the start of the holiday season in downtown Orlando.
November 28 - January 4, Select Dates
Produced by Creative City Project, Dazzling Nights continues to grow, and 2025 brings the largest Dazzling Nights to date to Harry P. Leu Gardens in Orlando from November 28, 2025 - January 4, 2026! This holiday season, Orlando’s 50-acre Harry P. Leu Gardens will transform more than ever into a stunning, winter wonderland featuring a million dazzling lights, shining forests, magical displays, music and beautiful sculptures during “Dazzling Nights” - a family-friendly adventure that gives guests the opportunity to embark on an unforgettable, mile-long, interactive holiday experience.
November 28
This year’s 38th Annual Light-Up Eustis will be held in Ferran Park on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025 from 5 - 9 pm. Enjoy food and craft vendors in the park, FREE pictures with Santa, and more!
November 30 - December 25
Wekiva Island’s long-awaited Winter Wonderland is back again, and we’re excited to celebrate the festive season all December long. In addition to our well-loved activities like daily “snow” flurries, the Christmas tree forest and our 30-ft tall tree, and visits from your favorite Christmas characters, and Santa is inviting all the good boys and girls to his Workshop, right here at Wekiva Island!
December 1 - 31
With almost 10,000 LED lights and over 2,100 individual lighting channels, The DeLand Christmas Light Show is an event you won't want to miss! Watch from your car and listen over the radio on station (107.1).
December 4 - 28, Select Dates
Visit the 5th Annual Holiday Light Show at International Market World in Auburndale. The Wonderland Of Lights features hundreds of displays to delight the entire family! Drive through a breathtaking world of twinkling lights, dazzling displays, and pure holiday magic from the comfort of your car.
December 5 - January 6
Beginning December 6, the Eola Wonderland Christmas Tree comes alive with synchronized light and music. The show will take place at the following times: 5:45 pm, 6:45 pm, 7:45 pm, 8:45 pm, and 9:45 pm. The Christmas Tree is located by E. Washington St. and N. Rosalind Ave.
December 5 - January 4
Downtown Winter Garden transforms into a magical Holiday Wonderland as the sights and sounds of the season complement its historic small town-charm. On select dates enjoy holiday events, live music, projection light shows, street performers, and more that add to the festive Normal Rockwell-like ambiance.
December 5
Winter On The Avenue is from 5 - 9 pm on Dec. 5. Come out for our annual tree-lighting, strolling carolers, Chanukah menorah lighting ceremony, s'mores, snow slides, the announcement of holiday art contest winners, children's choirs, The Bubble Bus, Popcorn Flicks in the park, and, of course, Santa and Mrs. Claus.
December 5
The City of Lake Mary’s “Holiday in the Park” event is one for the books! Lake Mary's largest event of the year highlights over 1 MILLION holiday lights in Central Park, a visit from Santa Claus, a synthetic ice rink (admission fee), and lots of food trucks!! Kick off the holiday season with your family and friends in one of the best light shows in Central Florida!
December 6
Starting at the lighthouse, local boat owners compete for best in light show display and originality.
Best places to view include Grantham Point (311 S Tremain Street) and Elizabeth Evans Park (100 N Donnelly Street).
December 7 - 21
Grab the family and enjoy a night out walking through Gateway Park all decked out in Christmas Lights! Motion light displays, thousands of lights, holiday decorations and more! Patrons can arrive to see the lights anytime during the designated times. Parking is limited so make sure to get there early.
December 8 – January 1
The City of Altamonte Springs and Duke Energy celebrate the tradition of lighting up Cranes Roost Park with live music, entertainment, fireworks, train rides, along with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Watch as the park comes alive with spectacular holiday displays featuring 200,000 lights and a 60-foot tree decorated with thousands of ornaments and garland.
December 13
City of Ocoee Parks and Leisure Services will host its Annual Jolly Jamboree & Tree Lighting Event on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 1 - 7 pm. This free event will feature Santa’s Village, a kids' zone, special guests, tree lighting, and much more
December 13
Light up your holiday season at Festival of Lights in downtown Kissimmee! Join the City of Kissimmee for an unforgettable evening filled with holiday spirit, family fun, and community joy. This magical event brings together residents, businesses, and groups from across our city to illuminate the streets with spectacular floats and festive displays.
December 13
Join the City of Sanford on Saturday, December 13 at 6 pm for the spectacular “Holiday Parade of Lights” in Downtown Sanford! Witness illuminated floats, dazzling vehicles, vibrant dance groups, and marching bands by local schools, businesses and community organizations showcasing their holiday spirit along the one-mile route. Don’t miss out on this captivating celebration!
December 13
Organized by the Winter Park Rotary Club, head to Dinky Dock Park to see the Winter Park Boat Parade, featuring sparkling boat and dock holiday decorations created by residents and local business sponsors.
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