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The Top 10 Things to Do in Orlando this Week, December 1 - 7, 2025

  • Writer: Emma Walton
    Emma Walton
  • 34 minutes ago
  • 4 min read
Welcome to a new week in Orlando, and to make sure you don't miss anything, we've selected the best event and things to do throughout the week ahead in the city.

The Top 10 Things To Do In Orlando This Week

It's a brand new week, and you better hold on tight, because we have an entire week of awesome events and things to do throughout Orlando, including some awesome concerts, sporting events, community events, farmers markets, car shows, theme park events, and so much more!


With so much to do, and to help you decide what to do, Gotta Go Orlando has your back, we've selected our Top 10 choice of things to do in the city this week.


Whether you're in the mood for, check out our list and save the date for a great week in Orlando!



Top 10 Things To Do In Orlando This Week, December 1 - 7, 2025

Leu Gardens Free Day & Story Time

December 1

Join us for Free Admission Day presented by Orlando Health and Massey Services Inc on the first Monday of each month to explore the Gardens. Plus, enjoy free Story Time for families with infants to preschool age offered by Orange County Library System (OCLS) on first Monday of each month excluding holidays.


FOR KING + COUNTRY: A Drummer Boy Christmas - The Live Experience in Orlando

December 2 - 3

Four-time Grammy-winning duo, FOR KING + COUNTRY, is bringing their fan-favorite holiday spectacle, A Drummer Boy Christmas: The Live Experience to Walt Disney Theater for two nights only.


Coke Florida Holiday Caravan Tour

December 3

Coke Florida is thrilled to bring its annual Holiday Caravan to Clermont for an evening at Southern Hill Farms on December 3, 2025 from 6 pm to 8:30 pm. This joyous community holiday experience features the classic holiday-themed Coca-Cola truck on display, beverage sampling, and a special photo zone where families can receive a free photo printed photo with Santa.


Christmas in the Park

December 4

Each year, the Morse Museum helps launch the holiday season in Winter Park when it lights up Tiffany windows in Central Park and presents the Bach Festival Choir and Brass Ensemble in concert. This December is the 47th annual celebration of Christmas in the Park. Christmas in the Park was started by Hugh and Jeannette McKean, the Morse Museum’s benefactors, in 1979 as a way to share a part of their rare Tiffany collection with the public in an informal setting. Today, the Morse and the City of Winter Park co-sponsor the event.


Kaleidoscope 360 December Free Outdoor Movie

December 4

Mark your calendar for the last Kaleidoscope 360 of 2025, featuring the holiday classic, A Christmas Story, on the outdoor screen at Luminary Green Park in Downtown Orlando. Plus, explore unique vendors featuring local favorites and curated goods, supporting Creative Village’s vibrant community.


2025 Lake Eola Park Tree Lighting Celebration

December 5

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer invites Central Florida residents and visitors to ring in the holiday season and help countdown to the lighting of the City of Orlando’s Christmas tree at Lake Eola Park’s Washington Plaza. The event will include holiday performances at the Lake Eola Amphitheater, food trucks and the return of the Merry Market. Enjoy snowfall in Florida, shop local from over 30 vendors and be sure to stop by for a visit with Santa!


Winter Park Christmas Parade

December 6

The Winter Park Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the 73rd annual Winter Park Ye Olde Hometown Christmas Parade. The event has been held each December for more than 70 years, making it the oldest continuous holiday parade in Central Florida. Each year the parade travels down Park Avenue, starting at Cole Avenue and proceeding south, ending Lyman Avenue. More than 80 organizations participate including marching bands, local police and fire departments, scouting groups, local dignitaries and, of course, Santa Claus.


MadSoul Music & Arts Fest

December 6

MadSoul Music & Arts Festival brings live music, local food, art, and grassroots energy to the Central Florida Fairgrounds. MadSoul is more than a good time. It’s a call to action. Festivalgoers of all ages hear from local and national leaders fighting for a better future and connect with organizations advancing immigrant justice, workers’ rights, climate action, LGBTQ+ equality, and more– with on-site voter registration and civic engagement resources available throughout the day.


Krampus returns to The Milk District for KrampusFest at The Plaza Live!

December 7

Krampus returns to The Milk District for KrampusFest at The Plaza Live! One of the region's largest Krampus-themed celebrations, this one-day-only festival is FREE to attend and the perfect way to kick off your holiday season. Some celebrate Santa. Some celebrate The Grinch. In The Milk District, we celebrate in a spooky, joyful, and totally unforgettable way!


How The Market Stole Christmas

December 7

It’s time to get a little Grinchy! Mark your calendars because “How the Market Stole Christmas” is coming to the Events Center in Kissimmee with a Grinch-themed holiday extravaganza! On Sunday, December 7, the Kissimmee area will come alive with festive cheer, over 100+ vendors, delicious food, and activities for the whole family.



For our complete guide to everything happening in Orlando this month, check out The Best Things To Do In Orlando This Month.


Before attending any of the events listed on Gotta Go Orlando, you should contact the organizer or venue to confirm that the event is taking place as information, changes, and cancellations can and do occur.


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