Where to Meet Santa Claus in Orlando 2025
- Shane Walton
- 1 hour ago
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Orlando is a magical place to celebrate the holidays, and the biggest attraction for the kids is a visit to Santa, and we've got you covered here at Gotta Go Orlando with an all nice list of places to see Santa.
Santa Claus may very well be busy at the North Pole checking his list twice and keeping the elf's from getting into too much trouble, but he is never too busy to enjoy a visit to Orlando!
Check out here where the little ones, (and the big kids) can enjoy meeting Santa, and don't worry we've checked the list twice!
Where To Meet Sant In Orlando 2025
November 1 - December 31, Select Dates
Dezerland Park Orlando transforms into a Christmas Wonderland holiday experience, where guests can ice skate, meet Santa and his elves, and enjoy hands-on holiday fun for all ages. Families will discover festive activities including toy-building workshops, train rides, holiday photo opportunities and more.
November 8 – December 24
The entire family can enjoy The Santa Workshop Experience at I-Drive's entertainment destination ICON Park, which has been magically transformed into a winter wonderland, where families can partake in the annual tradition of taking holiday pictures together and the kiddos can meet the main man in person, Santa Claus!
November 7 - December 24
The Magic of Santa is Back! Celebrate the holiday season with The Mall At Millenia once again as they present their classic Santa Photo Experience. Make new holiday memories and share moments with Santa.
November 13 - December 24
Visit Santa Claus at Disney Springs, and it's Free! Discover Mr Claus at Santa's Marketplace hosted by Bauducco, near Disney’s Pin Traders from November 13 through December 24, 2025.
From November 13 through December 24, 2025, a virtual queue will be in place to meet Santa Claus. You can use the My Disney Experience app to enter the virtual queue. A standby queue will not be available. There will be multiple opportunities to enter the virtual queue throughout the day.
November 13 - December 24
Bring your family, friends and even pets to meet Santa at The Florida Mall. Sensory-friendly sessions are also available on select dates with Caring Santa, created exclusively for children with special needs. Reservations are highly recommended for all Santa experiences, and you can even receive a free phone call from Santa when you book online.
November 20 - December 25, Select Days
Join the Promenade at Sunset Walk for The Promenade at Sunset Walk's annual Holinights Celebration, featuring Santa Claus and his Mischievous Elves, towering toy soldiers, and the nightly lighting of the 40-foot animated Holinights Christmas tree at 6:30 pm.
November 21 - December 24
The magic of the holidays is at the Oviedo Mall, and Santa Claus is closer than you think. Bring your family for professional photos with Santa. Make a reservation now! Enjoy a one-hour semi-private experience with Santa, complete with songs, stories and professional photo packages.
November 22
The city comes alive when the Christmas lights are turned on in Elizabeth Evans Park, Sunset Park and Donnelley Park. Drone show, pictures with Santa, entertainment, food vendors, and fireworks. FREE event.
November 27 - December 28
Enjoy an expanded holiday light spectacular at Hillsburgh County Fairgrounds that will envelop you and your family in an enchanting environment blanketed in more than a million lights from entrance to exit. Young and young at heart will enjoy the nearly 2 mile drive-thru immersive experience of continuous light features followed by a festive walking visit to Santa’s Village, full of attractions, holiday goodies and visits with Santa!
November 28 - December 21, Select Dates
Step into the magic of the season as over one million twinkling lights transform World Equestrian Center – Ocala into a dazzling Winter Wonderland. From breathtaking decorations to festive fun for the whole family, this holiday tradition is guaranteed to fill your evenings with cheer. Meet Santa Claus, or sneak off for some mischievous fun with the Grinch, plus, enjoy a full lineup of live holiday entertainment!
November 28
This year’s 38th Annual Light-Up Eustis will be held in Ferran Park on Friday, November 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!
November 30
Orlando Mom is excited to announce their 3rd annual Cookies with Santa event presented by Nemours Children’s Health! Enjoy a fun, family filled holiday event on Sunday, November 30 from 10 am to 1 pm at the Orlando Family Stage in beautiful Downtown Orlando!
November 29 – December 31
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 snowfalls. It’s a true throwback to the traditional family style holiday.
December 4
The City of Oviedo's annual Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration will be on December 4, 2025, at Center Lake Park. The event is free and includes festive activities like photos with Santa, live music, food trucks, and other entertainment.
December 5 - January 6
Experience the sights and sounds of the season when visiting Downtown Orlando for the Holidays. Throughout December, downtown is offering free holiday events for all to enjoy, including free meets with Santa.
Meet Santa at the Eola House (512 E. Washington St., Orlando, FL 32801) every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 5:30 - 9 pm, from December 5 – 21. Best of all, the experience is free!
December 5 - 21
With nightly snowfalls, live entertainment, photo ops and memorable encounters that will amaze and enchant, Oh, What Fun! makes the holidays magical for everyone. Dazzling performances, festive decor, snowfall and more are all on the calendar during Oh, What Fun! Enjoy live shows throughout the festival including showcases from local schools, a modern cirque performance, professional singers and dancers and the return of Peppermint Square’s cutest character, Peppermint the Penguin. Bring the whole family out for our fun-filled Snow Days or the all new Christmas Carnival, meet Santa and Mrs Claus, plus, enjoy “Lake Snow-na” nightly snowfall for a Florida Christmas like no other!
December 5
City of Ocoee Parks and Leisure Services will host an Evening with Santa on Friday, December 5, 2025. This event will be held at the Ocoee Lakeshore Center. Enjoy a visit with Santa and his special guests, and share Christmas wishes, pictures, and much more.
December 5
A family friendly street party in downtown Mount Dora featuring music, street entertainment, food vendors, toy vendors, shopping (shops open until 9:00 PM), Free pictures by the Christmas Tree with Santa! FREE event.
December 5
Winter On The Avenue is from 5 - 9 pm on Dec. 5. Come out for the 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
An old-fashioned Christmas Parade through the streets of downtown Mount Dora where you'll enjoy floats, bands, dancers, candy and Santa. FREE event.
December 6 - 7
Skip the mall – Santa Claus is coming to Give Kids The World Village! Join us at our annual Ice Cream for Breakfast with Santa, it’s the perfect way to kick off the holiday season! Indulge in ice cream sundaes, holiday crafts, Village attractions, mini golf, and a lively dance party! Plus, photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus along with Village characters!
December 6
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and head to your favorite spot for this annual holiday event. A long-standing Winter Garden holiday tradition will delight spectators and bring in holiday cheer! Do not forget to look for the Big Guy himself at the end of the parade! The Winter Garden Christmas Parade kicks off at 10 am and is a free community event.
December 6
Enjoy an afternoon of free family fun, featuring live entertainment, holiday music, and a dazzling Laser Light Show! Bring the kids for a photo with Santa and explore the Gateway Center Winter Marketplace, packed with activities and local vendors.
December 6
Every year, Avalon Aglow brings the whole community together to celebrate the upcoming holidays. This event is free for everyone to enjoy. Watch as Avalon Park transforms into a winter wonderland with real snow, train rides and even an appearance by Santa Claus. After enjoying the festivities, make sure to grab a bite to eat from one of the many vendors and watch the holiday parade or even one of the local live performances. Finish off the night at Avalon Lake to enjoy Orlando’s premier fireworks show! Grab some chairs and blankets to sit back with your family and friends to finish off the night with a bang.
December 6
The Winter Park Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the oldest continuous holiday parade in Central Florida. Over 80 organizations participate, including marching bands, local police and fire departments, scouting groups, elected dignitaries and, of course, Santa Claus.
December 6
Celebrate the holiday season with Winter Springs at this year’s Winter Wonderland! Enjoy the 43rd Annual Holiday Parade, the Tree Lighting, and the Walkthrough Light Display, all together for one unforgettable evening. Gather with family, friends, and neighbors for live entertainment, festive cheer, and a special appearance from Santa Claus as Winter Springss kick off the most magical time of the year.
December 6
On the first Saturday of every December, the sights and sounds of Christmas take over Downtown Tavares. It all begins at 5:00 PM with our Christmas parade, followed by plenty of fun, activities, and holiday cheer to put you in the Christmas spirit. Enjoy live entertainment, "ice" skating, photo op spots, snowstorms, a giant Christmas tree, a movie in the park, food vendors, and much more. Don't forget the highlight of the evening: A visit from Santa!
December 12
Join the festivities at the City of Longwood's Annual Celebrate the Season Event. This holiday street party will feature an array of activities including photo opportunities with Santa, music by DJ Dennis, live performances, kids activities, and more!
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 with special guest Santa Claus, a kids' zone, special guests, tree lighting, and much more
December 14
City of DeBary Christmas Parade - A Very Merry Beach Christmas! Come celebrate the season at the City of DeBary's beloved annual holiday parade! The parade will begin at Spring Vista Drive, turn left onto North U.S. Highway 17/92, and end at Poinsettia Drive.
December 14
The Promenade at Sunset Walk invites you to give back this holiday season, in partnership with the Osceola County Sheriff’s OfficeToy Drive Campaign. Special appearances by Santa Claus throughout event. Music by DJ Jennifer and raffle prize giveaways.
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