Orlando Holiday Events Happening Through The New Year

Christmas Day may are over, and Santa is enjoying a well earnest vacation for another year, but many holiday events here in Orlando are still happening.

If you can't get enough of the holidays then you need to check out our list of all the holiday events happening through the new year, including theme park celebrations and holiday light shows, catch them before it's too late!

Orlando Holiday Events Still Happening

Magic Kingdom Park

Ends December 31, 2022

Get wrapped up in all things merry and bright with sensational sights and dazzling delights at Magic Kingdom Park.

Prepare to be enchanted this holiday season during the 50th Anniversary celebration of Walt Disney World Resort.

Highlights include:

Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade

The magical Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade featuring Santa replaces Festival of Fantasy Parade through until the New Year, and will be performed twice daily.

Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration Stage Show

Gather around Cinderella Castle for a yuletide stage show, starring Mickey Mouse and a cast of live performers dancing and singing a medley of delightful holiday songs.

Totally Tomorrowland Christmas Show

Buzz Lightyear, Mike Wazowski and Stitch join host Haley Comet for an intergalactic musical revue on the Rockettower Plaza Stage.

Seasonal Décor

Explore holly, jolly trimmings and theming throughout Main Street, U.S.A.

Limited-Time Treats

Indulge in holiday-inspired food and beverages available for purchase at select locations.

Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks

From December 23-29, Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks with your host Minnie Mouse, invites you to take in a sparkling, yuletide fireworks display.

Fantasy in the Sky New Year’s Eve Fireworks

For two extra special nights, December 30-3, guests can enjoy two spectacular fireworks shows each night, with Fantasy In The Sky at 6:30 pm and 11.50 pm.

EPCOT International Festival Of The Holidays

Ends December 30, 2022

Surround yourself with seasonal sights, sounds and the flavors of the holidaysduring the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, a beloved extravaganza boasting themed Holiday Kitchens and a scrumptious Holiday Cookie Stroll. Hear the stirring story of Christmas as told by a celebrity narrator at the much loved Candlelight Processional, all accompanied by an orchestra and massed choir.

Even the Guardians of the Galaxy are getting in on the fun by trading their classic-hits playlist for a mash-up of seasonal jams at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.

Then, behold heartwarming performances around World Showcase, including Canadian Holiday Voyageurs, Las Posadas with Mariachi Cobre, the Chinese Lion Dance, and holiday storytellers.

This joyous celebration is included with admission to EPCOT, with food and beverages being available for purchase.

Holidays At Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

Ends December 31, 2022

At Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, experience the magic of nature with a holiday twist. Be sure to swing by Discovery River to wave hello to some of your favorite Disney Characters aboard decked-out flotillas.

Included with park admission, highlights ay Animal Kingdom include:

Merry Menagerie:

Delight in winter wonders as Discovery Island® springs to life with artisan-sculpted puppets of arctic animals — like penguins, reindeer, foxes and polar bears.

Santa Claus Festive Flotilla:

See Santa Claus as he sails down the Discovery River to a jolly, world-beat holiday soundtrack.

Discovery Island Drummers Festive Flotilla:

Feel the beat as a colorful group of percussionists cruise along the Discovery River.

Plus, be sure to check out holiday-themed decor and Tree of Life Awakenings - Holiday Edition, where the beloved tree shimmers and sparkles each evening, accompanied by a heartwarming musical score.

Holidays At Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Ends December 31, 2022

At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, embark on yuletide adventures and create memories you’ll cherish all season long, all including with park admission.

Highlights this year include:

Sunset Seasons Greetings:

Gaze in wonder as the Hollywood Tower Hotel is transformed nightly by holiday projections, alternating with the Beacon of Magic.

Minnie’s Holiday Dine at Hollywood & Vine:

Don’t miss Minnie’s merry mealtime at this popular restaurant. Reservations are strongly recommended.

Santa Claus Motorcade:

Catch the Santa Claus Merry Motorcade, where old St. Nick will travel up Hollywood Blvd. in his candy-apple red convertible, packed with a sack of presents.

For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration:

Look forward to an unforgettable holiday finale featuring everyone’s favorite snowman, Olaf.

Dazzling Holiday Decor:

Discover seasonal style at every turn — including special holiday touches in Toy Story Land.

Holidays At Disney Springs Ends December 30, 2022

Enjoy a host of holiday-themed activities and savor the comforting flavors of the season while shopping for the perfect gifts for everyone on your list!

Highlights Include:

Special Entertainment:

Meet Santa and enjoy festive holiday tunes with live musical performances and DJs. Plus, encounter Toy Soldier Stilt Walkers and Snowflake Skaters.

Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll presented by AdventHealth:

Discover Christmas around every corner, as you come across a collection of elaborately decorated Disney Christmas trees throughout the neighborhoods of Disney Springs.

Let It Snow!:

Flurries are in the forecast for Disney Springs Town Center. In the evenings, delight in a magical snowfall, adding an extra touch of wonder to your holiday shopping.

Jock Lindsey's Holiday Bar:

Decked out for the season, this restaurant-meets-lounge offers a fun holiday take on its menu, eye-catching décor and more.

Holidays At Universal Orlando Resort

Ends January 1, 2023

Anyone can “Ho-ho-ho” and “Fa-la-la” for the holidays. But if you want to scream, laugh and shout your jingle bells off, you’ve got to awesome up your season with Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort.

Join the celebration of Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter as Hogwarts castle lights up for the holidays and festive decor brightens up the streets of Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley.

Enjoy a hot Butterbeer while both the Frog Choir and Celestina Warbeck and the Banshees put a holiday spin on their performances.

Larger-than-life balloons float through the streets of Universal Studios Florida in Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s, along with appearances by the Minions from Illumination’s Despicable Me and some of your favorite characters from DreamWorks Animation’s Shrek and Madagascar films.

Get together with the resident Whos in Universal’s Islands of Adventure, where you can enjoy the music and fun of The Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular starring the Grinch.

Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s, Part of Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort

There are even more festivities in store around every corner of Universal Orlando Resort.

You’ll find tasty holiday food and drinks, character encounters and more. And to top it all off, you’ll want to stay at one of Universal’s spectacular hotels, where you’ll find even more themed food, decorations and festivities.

From breathtaking hotels to Universal CityWalk to thrill-packed theme parks, it’s the biggest, loudest, awesomest celebration of the season.

And it’s only at Universal Orlando Resort, with all festivities included with park admission.

SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration

Ends January 3, 2023

SeaWorld Orlando’s award-winning Christmas Celebration returns with the sights, sounds and flavors of the holiday season.

Included with theme park admission, the event transforms SeaWorld Orlando into a winter wonderland with more than 3 million sparkling lights.

Enjoy all the family-friendly holiday entertainment, from the iconic Sea of Trees that dance to music as they light up the central lagoon, to delicious holiday treats.

Experience fan-favorite holiday shows and seasonal entertainment throughout the park. And be sure to stay late to finish your evening with an impressive holiday firework show.

Holidays At LEGOLAND Florida Resort

Ends December 31, 2022

At LEGOLAND Florida Resort, this jolly time of year features a giant LEGO Christmas tree, unforgettable seasonal shows, holiday characters, special treats, LEGO activities, twinkling lights and more during Holidays at LEGOLAND!

Oh and as extra special gift, this festive event is included in general admission!

Highlights include:

Visit the Holiday Village Postal Service to send your letters to LEGO Santa,

Rock around the giant LEGO tree to holiday tunes,

Take “elfies” with your favorite holiday LEGO Characters,

And don't miss ringing in the new year with colorful bursts of LEGO bricks fireworks over Lake Eloise at an earlier, kid-friendly, celebration time.

Christmas Town At Busch Gardens Tampa

Ends January 9, 2023

Celebrate the year with holiday cheer & gather with family and friends to create merry memories. Experience the joy of the season up close with animal encounters, thrilling rides, holiday inspired culinary delights and festive shows like Christmas on Ice. Keep the holiday spirit shining bright from day to night with millions of twinkling lights and dazzling fireworks, plus heartwarming moments with Santa and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.

Night of a Million Lights

Ends January 1, 2023

It's beginning to look a lot like…Night of a Million Lights at Island H2O Live in Kissimmee!

Central Florida’s favorite holiday events will illuminate the skyline with a shimmering, sparkling lights display. At Night of a Million Lights, immerse yourself in a dazzling winter wonderland illuminated with millions of lights and filled with festive family activities and live entertainment for a one-of-a-kind, fully interactive holiday experience.

Originally hosted by and still benefiting Give Kids the World Village, the event is moving to Island H2O Live! at Margaritaville Resort Orlando for the first time in 2022.

Nights in Lights

Ends January 1, 2023

Hosted by Dezerland Park in the International Drive Entertainment District, Christmas Nights in Lights is a dazzling drive-thru light show fully synchronized to popular holiday classics tuned directly to your vehicle’s car stereo on a private radio frequency. Tour a showcase of holiday displays and more than 1.5 million “dancing” lights without exiting your car: simply sit back, relax and take in the spectacle of the synchronized light show.

Holidays In Space

Ends December 31, 2022

Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Holidays in Space at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex features a Holiday Village full of galactic celebrations, live street performances, games, and plenty of holiday decor, all included with admission.

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is on Florida’s east coast, about an hour from Orlando.

Gaylord Palms ICE!

Ends January 1, 2023

One of Central Florida's premier holiday offerings and a much loved tradition, there is no better way to celebrate the holidays than gathering your family for Christmas at Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Kissimmee for ICE!

Step into a wonderland carved by expert artisans out of two million pounds of colorful ice, you’ll see the story of Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! in larger-than-life sculptures and even plunge down slides made entirely of ice in this Gaylord Hotels original experience.

Magic of Lights Daytona

Ends January 1, 2023

This holiday season, Daytona International Speedway will transform into a winter wonderland during the Magic of Lights. Featuring more than 1 million lights, the holiday drive-thru tradition takes place in Daytona Beach on Florida’s east coast.

Dasher's Lightshow, A Christmas Drive-Thru

Ends December 31, 2022.

A brand new drive through holiday light show is coming to Orlando this holiday season.

Dasher's Lightshow, A Christmas Drive-Thru is located at the Florida Mall on Orange Blossom Trail, and will be lighting up Orlando from Friday, November 18, through Saturday, December 31, 2022.

St. Augustine Nights of Lights

Ends January 31, 2023

The Nights of Lights Festival turns the city of St. Augustine into a dazzling holiday display, shining bright with more than 3 million lights adorning every corner of the historic district for two months.

During the seasonal display, businesses downtown stay open later, letting you dine in view of the lights and browse the shops of the decorated buildings.

Colorful Christmas at Crayola Experience

Ends January 3, 2023

Experience the holidays Crayola-style at Colorful Christmas, hosted by Crayola Experience at The Florida Mall.

Included with admission, it’s your chance to help Santa save the holiday season while enjoying snow-tastic adventures. You can also meet animatronic characters, step inside a life-sized snowglobe, watch a light show, craft unique gifts and more.

Pirates Dinner Adventure Christmas Show

Ends December 31

Ho! Ho! Ho! If you’re looking for a new tradition the whole family will love, get ready for a jolly good time and a swashbuckling adventure right here in Orlando, Santa’s even made his way from the North Pole to Central Florida to celebrate the holidays at Pirates Dinner Adventure!

Guests can experience the action, romance and excitement of the classic dinner show with a holiday overlay featuring Christmas music and a ship-side visit from a special guest at the end of the show!

During the post-show Buccaneer Bash, guests can party with pirates and take pictures with the Jolly Old Elf himself!

Dazzling Lights at Leu Gardens

Ends January 1, 2023

Produced by Creative City Project, Dazzling Nights is back for its third year — and this time, it will be bigger and even more interactive.

The all-ages holiday event transforms the 50-acre Harry P. Leu Gardens into a stunning winter wonderland featuring a million dazzling lights, shining forests, magical displays, music and beautiful sculptures.

New additions for 2022 include character meet-and-greets, a giant inflatable yeti playground, a snow storm in a 40-foot snowglobe, a curated VIP experience, and more lights than ever.

Now Snowing In Celebration

Ends December 31, 2022

Now Snowing, Central Florida’s original and premier Snowing event, offers one of the area’s only synthetic ice rinks, special community performances by some of the area’s top young talent, and special concert events throughout the season.

Now Snowing is a month-long Winter Wonderland Spectacular featuring strolling Charles Dickens style Carolers, photos with Santa, horse drawn carriage rides, train rides, ice skating, and nightly snowfall at 6:00, 7:00, 8:00 and 9:00 pm.

It’s a true throwback to the traditional family style holiday.

Deck The Seas At SEA LIFE Aquarium Orlando

Ends January 1, 2023

Celebrate the holiday SEAson in an underwater wonderland at SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium.

Just in time for the holiday season, SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium at ICON Park is once again hosting the popular Deck the Seas event.

The Orlando aquarium has been transformed into an underwater winter wonderland, featuring creatures that love living in the cold, ready for guests to embark on a wintery cold-water scavenger hunt.

Plus on weekends, you can meet SEA LIFe's Sharky dressed up in his holiday best!

On Wednesdays at 1.00 pm before Christmas, you can see Scuba Claus and his elf diving with stingrays, sharks, sea turtles and more, plus hear the story of FISHmas!

The DeLand Christmas Light Show

Ends December 31, 2022

Presented by Stetson Baptist Church. 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!

Outta Control Magic Comedy Holiday Dinner Show

Ends January 1, 2023

International Drives iconic upside down attraction Wonderworks Orlando is hosting The Outta Control Magic Holiday Dinner Show for the holidays.

Join in the fun for a night you won’t forget as the Outta Control Magic Comedy Holiday Dinner Show celebrates the season with dazzling magic tricks, fun decorations, and an unlimited holiday feast.

Dinner includes unlimited pizza, salad, dessert, beer, wine, and soda, with special holiday-themed cocktails available for purchase.

Running through January 1, the holly jolly dinner show offers a variety of interactive experiences that are filled with new holly jolly magic tricks perfect for guests of all ages

Holiday Events in Winter Garden

Ends January 8, 2023

Winter Garden knows how to do the holidays for Central Florida families!

Enjoy the holiday light shows, and holiday music on the plaza.