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The Cake Bake Shop which is coming to Disney's BoardWalk was set to open this year, but will now not open until 2024. The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers is currently under construction in the space that was previously home to the ESPN Club at Disney's Boardwalk. Since being first announced by Walt Disney World in August 2022, the timeline for the new restaurant and cafe was given as 2023. The official Cake Bake Shop website also proclaimed that the location would open this year. Then back in August, the 2023 opening date was removed from the website, replaced simply with “coming soon.” Now today, September 11, a post on The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers Facebook Page has commented that the new location will not open until early 2024. Her sis the full post. "All of us at The Cake Bake Shop are eager to unveil the beautiful details and charm that are coming to Disney’s BoardWalk! As the excitement is building and our hearts are brimming with anticipation, we expect to open our doors early next year to welcome you to an unforgettable dining experience. Stay connected with us for more details leading up to our opening." Upon opening, this sweet spot will feature both savory and sweet items on its menu, and of course showcase the incredible cakes that Gwendolyn and her team have created, for brunch, lunch, and dinner. In addition to the regular menu, you’ll also be able to enjoy an elegant afternoon tea service, plus the offerings don’t stop there. Not only, will there be table-service offerings, but also a quick-service bakery for you to pick up these delicious delights on-the-go. There aren’t just cakes here. The restaurant and bakery will serve cookies, French macarons, brownies, dessert bars, pies, and cheesecakes in addition to the handmade cakes. The whimsical atmosphere of The Cake Bake Shop and its goodies are sure to be a charming addition to the BoardWalk. The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers is a very popular Central Indiana restaurant and bakery with locations in Broad Ripple and Carmel. Cake Bake Shop owner Gwendolyn Rogers made the announcement that she is opening a new location in the most magical place on earth on The Cake Bake Shop's Instagram account. "I am so excited to announce that I will be opening my next Cake Bake Shop at Disney’s BoardWalk in Walt Disney World Resort." The Carmel location which the new BoardWalk restaurant is believed to be based on, is a magical and whimsical space which is sure to become a must visit spot in Walt Disney World. When you arrive you walk through French doors, sparkling chandeliers over head, antiqued mirrors, French inspired furniture, beautiful seasonal decorations, gorgeous cakes on French porcelain platters topped with glass domes. Gwendolyn's shops offer the most incredible experience from ‘The Best Quiche You Will Ever Have’ to homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, even a true French Croque Monsieur. Behind the kitchen window you can see the master bakers gently sieving non-bromated flours from Vermont, there are large pots of French & Belgian Chocolate melting on the stove, cakes baking in the ovens and decorators frosting the most exquisite cakes. We cannot wait for this new restaurant to open in Walt Disney World, and we're sure it's going to quickly become a must visit location, not only for the visitors to the resort, but for us too! For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links. Articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site.

You can now imagine alongside Walt Disney in the new World Celebration neighborhood, as World Celebration Gardens and it's focal point, Walt the Dreamer statue are now open to guests at EPCOT. The long-awaited new World Celebration Neighbourhood, featuring World Celebration Gardens, and Dreamers Point with it's stunning focal point, a new Walt Disney statue, "Walt the Dreamer" has opened to the public, today, Tuesday, December 5, at EPCOT, on what is Walt Disney's birthday. Yesterday, Monday, December 4, 2023, Walt Disney Legacy Award recipient Cast Members were among the first to see the all-new "Walt the Dreamer" statue that debuted as a focal point of the stunning World Celebration Gardens. In a memorable dedication moment, EPCOT Vice President Kartika Rodriguez was joined by the Walt Disney World Ambassadors, Imagineer Scott Mallwitz and the Voices of Liberty to celebrate the original dreamer. Walt Disney World Resort guests can now explore the gardens at EPCOT. World Celebration unites the front of EPCOT, tying together the other two new neighborhoods, World Discovery and World Nature. The completion of the last of the park’s three neighborhoods is the latest major milestone in the multi-year transformation of EPCOT. While World Celebration is now open, the new land is still not completed, with CommuniCore Hall & Plaza still under construction. When CommuniCore Hall does open in World Celebration, it will be the center of festival programming throughout the park. In renderings, you can see this will be home to a new character greeting location called Mickey & Friends. You’ll be able to meet Mickey Mouse and some of his best pals in this colorful space. Also located in the World Celebration neighborhood, CommuniCore Hall will be the home of a dynamic exhibition space that will transform with each festival throughout the year, as you can see here in one possibility imagined for EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Playing with light, shapes and reflections, the architecture of this building was designed by Walt Disney Imagineering to celebrate the legacy of EPCOT and the original CommuniCore buildings. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando.

Bach in April it was announced that the cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground will be replaced with all new cabins set to open in 2024, and now permits have been filed for the project. Walt Disney World has filed the permit to allow for the construction of 350 new Disney Vacation Club cabins that will replace the current cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. The permit names Disney’s Buena Vista Construction Company as the contractor, and although the new cabins are expected to open in 2024, the permit ha an expiration date of May 18, 2025. The proposed plans for Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground call for more than 350 new cabins to replace the existing cabins at the resort. Disney say that the proposed cabins would be built with an eye toward the environment, utilizing the footprint of the existing cabins and taking advantage of more energy-efficient features. Design concepts offer a fresh take on the current cabin experience and are inspired by the resort’s idyllic setting, while also paying homage to the resort’s unique culture and heritage through the magic of Disney storytelling. Each proposed, stand-alone cabin offers spacious accommodations, sleeping up to six adults, and features a bedroom, bathroom, living room, full kitchen and private patio. A select number of cabins are also expected to be dog-friendly. As with all Disney Vacation Club resorts, the proposed cabins will continue to be open for reservations to all guests, including those who are not Disney Vacation Club Members, based on availability. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

Today, Saturday, September 9, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro presented “A Celebration of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow” at the biggest Disney fan event of the year, Destination D23, and made lots of new announcements... The first major announcement that Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro announced at the event, is that starting next Spring, Ahsoka will be added to the Star Tours attractions across the globe, including here in Walt Disney World at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Ahsoka Tano is a fictional character in the Star Wars franchise. She was introduced as the 14-year-old TogrutaJedi Padawan of Anakin Skywalker in the animated film Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008) before appearing in the subsequent animated television series (2008–2014; 2020); the sequel series Star Wars Rebels (2014–2018); in the live-action film Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019) as a voiceover cameo; and in the miniseriesTales of the Jedi (2022), voiced by Ashley Eckstein. In 2020, Ahsoka made her live-action debut in the second season of the Disney+ series The Mandalorian, portrayed by Rosario Dawson. Dawson reprised the role in a 2022 episode of the spin-off series The Book of Boba Fett, and the 2023 miniseries, Ahsoka, in 2023. Recently, Ahsoka was introduced as a character in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland. Her arrival on August 23, 2023, came a day after the new Star Wars series Ahsoka arrived on Disney+. Destination D23 is taking place at Disney’s Contemporary Resort at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando. The event brings together Disney fans to celebrate beloved moments and memories with behind-the-scenes stories, and special guests, performances, panels, exhibits, and mod course merchandise! For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links. Articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site

Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro announced at the biggest Disney fan event of the year, Destination D23 that the beloved Country Bears are getting a new show! Big news from Destination D23 is that the Country Bears are getting a brand new show, featuring all new Disney songs, including Bear Necessities from The Jungle Book! The surprising news for one of Magic Kingdom's original attractions, will see the attraction open as Country Bear Musical Jamboree in 2024. Disney Imagineer Chris Beatty says when the show debuts, the bears will be reinterpreting favorite Disney songs in different genres of country music. Imagineers are envisioning the new experience as a homage to the classic musical revues in Nashville and they’re working with Nashville musicians to get the authentic country sound. The Country Bear Jamboree will still have the fun and friendly tone fans enjoy with the same famous characters like the loveable Trixie, Big Al and others. Destination D23 is taking place at Disney’s Contemporary Resort at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando. The event brings together Disney fans to celebrate beloved moments and memories with behind-the-scenes stories, and special guests, performances, panels, exhibits, and mod course merchandise! For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links. Articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site

With the transformation of Splash Mountain into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Walt Disney World, Walt Disney Imagineering has shared a first look at new mural coming to the attraction. Imagineers are currently creating a vibrant mural to the side of the barn in the queue area of the attraction at Magic Kingdom, and we know have a complete look at the vibrant new art work. Hailing from the vibrant state of Louisiana where creativity flows as freely as the Mississippi River, artist Malaika Favorite has managed to channel the state’s lively spirit and transform it into a masterpiece that will decorate the walls as part of the queue of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, an attraction inspired by the animated film, “The Princess and the Frog,” opening at Walt Disney World Resort next year. Taking inspiration from the numerous murals and other works of art that decorate building exteriors throughout New Orleans, Princess Tiana’s desire to adorn the location with art is in keeping with the spirit that artwork is to be enjoyed and accessed by everyone. When Disney was exploring how to introduce guests to the story of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure as they prepared to embark on the attraction, maintaining the authenticity of Princess Tiana’s experience as a young Black woman striving to achieve her dream in the soulful backdrop of New Orleans was one of our highest priorities. It only makes sense that an extensive search for an artist who could bring Disney's vision to life brought the company to Malaika’s doorstep. Malaika’s art currently graces the halls of the Baton Rouge Gallery with a striking collection that explores the cultural heritage of African Americans and who we ar as a people. Her artistic talent has been evident since she was old enough to hold a paintbrush. By the first grade, teachers were already paying her to commission pictures and posters. Her skills have only continued to blossom since then as she transforms canvas, wood, and metal into eye-catching displays. Continuing the storyline from “The Princess and the Frog,” Malaika’s mural for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure features a collage of breathtaking scenes displayed on two of the building’s exterior walls as you enter the indoor queue. These scenes highlight Tiana’s professional journey and the creation of Tiana’s Foods. When Tiana was young, her father made her promise to “never, ever lose sight of what is really important,” and the mural will reflect those elements: family, friends, food, music, art, and bringing folks together. When you visit Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, Disney want you to feel like you have truly stepped foot inside the next chapter of “The Princess and the Frog” in a way only Disney can bring to life. Guests can experience this remarkable collaboration between Walt Disney Imagineering and Malaika Favorite in full when Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens at Magic Kingdom Park in Florida in 2024. Disney Parks guests will get to experience Princess Tiana’s story like never before following the attraction’s debut at Walt Disney World Resort in 2024, and what a party it will be! The story will pick up where the film left off as guests join Princess Tiana and jazz-loving alligator Louis on an adventure down the bayou as they prepare to host a one-of-a-kind celebration during Mardi Gras season where everyone is welcome. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure may not be opening at Walt Disney World until 2024, but the currently under construction attraction has already been added to the digital Walt Disney World map. Disney are collaborating with award-winning artists PJ Morton and Terence Blanchard on the music guests will hear as part of this new adventure coming to Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. There will be a new original song and new renditions of fan favorite music from the Walt Disney Animation Studios hit film, “The Princess and the Frog.” PJ Morton is writing, arranging and producing the original song for the attraction. He is performing on and producing the sessions in New Orleans of all-new arrangements of the song, as well as songs from “The Princess and the Frog” within the attraction. Terence Blanchard is helming music arrangement for the attraction’s queue. Terence is working with Disney to select songs from “The Princess and the Frog,” as well as iconic themes from New Orleans. Just like Tiana’s recipes, the music will combine a medley of instrumental ingredients to cook up something worth savoring. The music will borrow from several musical styles that either originated or took up permanent residence in New Orleans. Some of the brand-new Audio-Animatronics figures will bring the invigorating sounds of New Orleans to life. Take this rendering of Prince Naveen’s brother, Ralphie, for example. It’s a scene you commonly see in New Orleans: the joie de vivre influencing his every movement as he jams to the beat of his songful soul. The enchantment of the bayou will illuminate with a celebration during Mardi Gras season hosted by Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen. And Disney have revealed that Mama Odie will reprise her role as the catalyst to that magic. As depicted in this newly released rendering, Mama Odie jokes with guests along their journey after a special display of her magic. The two-hundred-year-old Bayou Fairy Godmother, with her eccentric belongings and “seeing eye snake,” Juju, is comically eccentric, yet wise and all-knowing, throughout the adventure. Legendary actress Jenifer Lewis, who starred as the voice of Mama Odie in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “The Princess and the Frog,” is once again returning to her role for the attraction. Mama Odie joins a cast of friends – familiar and new – in Princess Tiana’s debut attraction. including a band of newly introduced critters that will provide some of the soundtrack to your journey. Here’s a sample of what to expect from this musical adventure: Brand-new cast of original Disney characters with distinct names and personalities Dozens of entirely new Audio-Animatronics figures Adorable critters with incredible talent, bringing the diverse flavors of musical gumbo found in New Orleans! New, original music alongside favorite tunes from the film Do you love beignets as much as Louis? Well, you’re in luck because the alluring scent of beignets being prepared for the party will be part of the attraction queue! Additional talent voices from the film reprising their roles, including Bruno Campos as Prince Naveen, Michael Leon Wooley as Louis, and the one and only Anika Noni Rose as Princess Tiana Familiar faces from the film such as Princess Tiana, Prince Naveen, Mama Odie, Louis, Eudora, Charlotte, “Big Daddy,” the King and Queen of Maldonia and Prince Ralphie Tiana’s Bayou Adventure builds on the story of Princess Tiana, a character whose pride and perseverance reminds us of a universal truth: within us lies the potential to make our dreams come true. At a young age, Tiana developed a deep passion for cooking, and began to dream of one day owning her own business. Her father, James, taught her that good food brings folks together. One of the most exciting parts of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is that we’re going to see where Tiana’s life has taken her following the success of Tiana’s Palace, a restaurant she had dreamed of owning and worked so hard to make come true. Walt Disney Imagineering have creating an original, next chapter story for Tiana. Within the attraction queue, guests will discover that she continues to grow her business with Tiana’s Foods – an employee-owned cooperative. Combining her talents with those of the local community, Tiana has transformed an aging salt mine and built a beloved brand. The endeavor began when Tiana purchased the salt mine and the area surrounding the large salt dome it operated from. With the help of her mother Eudora, Naveen, Louis and fellow owners of the cooperative, Tiana revived the old salt mine and the surrounding land, growing a wide array of vegetables, herbs and spices for her recipes. This multi-faceted enterprise has turned the aging salt mine into a space that has come alive. Complete with a boutique farm and both a working and teaching kitchen, Tiana’s Foods is where Tiana and her colleagues create all sorts of new products that they are bringing to the world, including a line of original hot sauces. Tiana wants to give a big thanks to her family and friends and the entire community for all the support they’ve given her by throwing an amazing party during Mardi Gras season. When it turns out there’s been a bit of a mix–up with the party preparations, Tiana invites us to meet her at Tiana’s Foods to help with the missing ingredient for the party. When we arrive, we may see that Tiana spruced up the company’s facilities with vibrant art from local artists. Food for the party is being prepared and beignets are being loaded into crates for the celebration. All kinds of preparations are underway for the journey into the bayou with Tiana, along with new and familiar friends from the animated film. Picking up where that story left off, Tiana continues bringing people together with Tiana’s Foods, another treasured meeting place to spend time together and celebrate a diverse community. Tiana is also working with cooperative members to teach gardening and cooking to children of all ages, and inspiring other women to run successful businesses as the brand grows nationwide. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando.

Exciting news as Aquatica Orlando prepares to take guests to the depths of the sea with what will be Florida’s most immersive waterslide, Tassie's Underwater Twist, coming to the Orlando water park in Spring 2024 Voted Best Water Park in America for four straight years by USA Today’s 10Best Reader’s Choice, Aquatica Orlando is getting ready to welcome guests to an underwater adventure like no other! The park is thrilled to announce its newest addition coming in the Spring of 2024, Tassie's Underwater Twist, an all-new immersive waterslide that will transform the guest ride experience into an awe-inspiring journey through Australia's Shark Bay seagrass meadow. An immersive waterslide experience like no other, Tassie's Underwater Twist will transport guests to the depths of the ocean, where they'll glide through a vibrant underwater world teeming with marine life. Manufactured by WhiteWater West Industries, the enhanced slide measures 129 feet in length and features a super-bowl element enjoyed by riders on a two-person innertube. As the rider reaches the unique bowl of the slide they’ll begin to circle around the basin and find themselves surrounded by lush seagrass meadows, schools of colorful fish, and even the occasional shark. To enhance the immersive experience, Tassie's Underwater Twist will feature a synchronized video display and a captivating orchestral score. The video projections will bring the underwater world to life, while the music will evoke a sense of wonder and excitement. In addition to being an exhilarating waterslide ride, Tassie's Underwater Twist will also provide an educational perspective for guests. Visual components along the path of the ride will enlighten visitors about the importance of seagrass meadows and the marine life that depends on them. “Tassie's Underwater Twist is set to redefine the thrill of aquatic adventures at Aquatica Orlando”, said Brad Gilmour, president of Aquatica Orlando. “As we eagerly anticipate the grand opening next Spring 2024, this immersive attraction promises a whirlwind of wonder and adrenaline-pumping twists. We've crafted an experience that will not only delight slide enthusiasts, but also create lasting memories for families and friends. With Tassie's Underwater Twist, we invite guests to dive into an underwater world of wonder, where fun and excitement meet curiosity and education.” Be Among the First to Slide into the Fun on “Tassie’s Underwater Twist” with an Aquatica Annual Pass Guests can experience the best of Aquatica Orlando with a 2024 annual pass including the opportunity to be among the first to experience “Tassie’s Underwater Twist” before it opens to the public. 2024 annual passes are on sale now and start at $13.25 per month with no down payment. Pass Members enjoy unlimited visits and unbeatable benefits like free parking, free guest tickets, monthly rewards, exclusive VIP events and more at Aquatica Orlando. Starting as low as $13.25/month, Annual Passes are packed with benefits designed to make the park even more enjoyable all year long. For more information, park hours and to purchase tickets, visit www.aquaticaorlando.com. For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

Earlier today, Universal Orlando Resort revealed the new marquee signage for the DreamWorks Animation Land that is coming to Universal Studios Florida in 2024. Next year, Universal Orlando Resort will debut an all-new themed land featuring DreamWorks Animation’s animated characters, and we now have a sign that the land is coming together, quite literally a sign as the theme park have released an image of the lands new signage. The colourful new DreamWorks Animation land will include favorite characters like Gabby from Gabby’s Dollhouse and themed, interactive play spaces and attractions that will feature popular franchises like Shrek, Trolls and Kung Fu Panda. The land will include a new swamp home for Shrek and Donkey, and a roller-coaster inspired by Trolls. With the new land taking over the previous home of Woody Woodpecker’s KidZone, the new Trolls coaster is a re-theme of the Woody Woodpecker's Nuthouse Coaster that was in the previous land. The new DreamWorks land, coming to Universal Studios Florida, is already under construction at Universal Studios Florida, and will debut at Universal Orlando Resort in 2024. Stay tuned – more details will be revealed in the future! For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando.

Huge news from LEGOLAND Florida as the top family resort Announces New Attractions and 2024 Event Calendar, and a gazillion Reasons to Become a Resort Annual Passholder Race into 2024 with a full year of family fun at LEGOLAND® Florida Resort as LEGOLAND® Theme Park debuts the new LEGO® Ferrari “Build and Race” Experience this spring. Then, splash into an all-new adventure with the opening of SEA LIFE Florida Resort in Fall 2024 and enjoy an action-packed calendar of fan-favorite events. It’s the ultimate year to be—or become—a Passholder at LEGOLAND Florida Resort. NEW! LEGO Ferrari Build and Race—COMING SPRING 2024 From your imagination to the racetrack... It's race time at the new LEGO® Ferrari Build & Race Experience opening Spring 2024 at LEGOLAND® Florida Resort! See a life-sized LEGO Ferrari and create your own Ferrari race car in interactive play zones before you test drive it through three extreme test tracks. Then digitally build and race on a virtual track to the finish line! Plus, the youngest drivers will design their own Ferrari with bigger bricks in the LEGO DUPLO® build zone. NEW! SEA LIFE Florida Resort—COMING FALL 2024 Discover the amazing wonders of the underwater world at SEA LIFE Florida Resort, an all-new aquarium opening this Fall 2024 at LEGOLAND Florida Resort. Here, at this family-friendly aquarium, guests will marvel at a diverse range of marine life, interact with captivating exhibits, and embark on a voyage of oceanic exploration, ending in the ultimate final seascape—The Theme Park Under the Sea! Swim along with SEA LIFE with waves of updates on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube @SEALIFEFlorida! NEW! Passholder Exclusive Benefits With an amazing new attraction and all-new aquarium coming, there’s no better time to become an Annual Passholder. In 2024, The Resort is offering more Passholder benefits than ever before, including a new “Make-and-Take” workshop series. Passholders will be encouraged to sign up to reserve their spot for this special, themed workshop series throughout the year. 2024 EVENTS The awesomeness—and the gazillion reasons to be a Passholder— continues with special events that will help families build a year of fun, included with general Theme Park admission, and select Annual Passes. LEGO® NINJAGO® Weekends Unlock your inner ninja with the return of LEGO NINJAGO Weekends, select Saturdays and Sundays, January 20 – February 19, including Presidents’ Day. Master the elemental powers with action-packed entertainment and activities and reach ninja potential. Summer Block Party Join the Summer Block Party and capture those vacation vibes with lively entertainment May 24 through August 8. Plus, celebrate the triumphant return of Red, White & BOOM! July 4 - 6, including a bricktastic fireworks spectacular. Brick-or-Treat Monster Party Party like a monster next fall with the return of Brick-or-Treat Monster Party, select dates in September and October! Lord Vampyre and his monster friends will conjure up more Halloween fun than before with ghoulishly great live shows, tons of candy, fireworks every event night, and exclusive character encounters that you can only get this spooky, silly time of year! HOLIDAYS at LEGOLAND Have a holly jolly Christmas select dates next November and December when LEGO® Santa and his festive crew arrive for HOLIDAYS at LEGOLAND®. Jump into the holiday spirit with a flurry of family fun and all the LEGO décor. Plus, ring in the New Year with Kids’ New Year’s Eve featuring the signature “brick drop” and 3D LEGO brick-bursting fireworks. With a year this awesome in the works, LEGOLAND Florida Resort is gearing up to celebrate fun with Passholders all year long. The best deals of the year for Annual Passes will be available this Black Friday. Sign up now at LEGOLAND.com/Florida to be the first to know when the deals go on sale. Current Passholders can renew early before Black Friday to lock in even bigger savings. Watch the announcement video at: https://youtu.be/fnIrpEgNzwU Learn more and make your awesome vacation plans now at LEGOLAND.com/Florida For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay has shared a new look at what the brand new family coaster coming to the park next year will look like. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay has revealed a new artists impression of what Phoenix Rising, the brand new family roller coaster coming to the theme park in 2024 will look like. The image shows the full track layout for the brand new B&M inverted coaster. Once open, Phoenix Rising will take thrill seeking families on a hair raising journey swinging them side to side as it does so, reaching speeds of up to 44 mph throughout it's 1,831 ft of inverted steel track. The new ride will be the first ride at the park to feature onboard audio and will sport a minimum height requirement of only 42 inches to ride. Phoenix Rising, a B&M inverted coaster will be coming to the Pantopia area of the park. This exhilarating new attraction will have riders soaring over the Serengeti Plain, and will be the largest family-friendly addition to the Tampa Bay theme park. ⁣⁣ Bisch Gardens have also revealed that Pass Members will be the first to ride when this immersive coaster comes to life next spring. Get an Annual Pass now for as low as $168. The coaster is being built in the location of Sand Serpent, which was permanently closed and demolished earlier this year. The new Phoenix Rising will be an exciting new family attraction to the park, which earlier this year welcomed another new family attraction, Serengeti Flyer. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

SeaWorld Orlando has revealed the train for Penguin Trek, the Orlando theme parks latest attraction, a 43mph, 3,020-foot "ultimate family launch coaster" that features "a unique snowmobile styled ride car" and "traverses both indoors and outside." On the show floor at the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Expo in the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, SeaWorld Orlando alongside world renowned ride manufacturer, Bolliger & Mabillard shared 2024 attraction details in a press conference with industry leaders on Tuesday, November 14. In addition, the ride vehicle which resembles a snowmobile was unveiled to an excited crowd! Prepare for Penguin Trek at SeaWorld Orlando, an unforgettable family launch coaster adventure where you will board your snowmobile and race along with your expedition team at up to 43 miles per hour, navigating twists and turns and narrowly escaping the crumbling hazards of an icy cavern. This new indoor/outdoor family ride is the most immersive addition to the Coaster Capital of Orlando, and with a height requirement of just 42”, it’s the perfect journey for families to share. Penguin Trek at SeaWorld Orlando will be a unique family friendly coaster experience with riders aboard a snowmobile styled ride car on an indoor and outdoor tack that will conclude in SeaWorld's Penguin Habitat. Described by SeaWorld as the ultimate family launch coaster experience, "Penguin Trek" features a unique snowmobile styled ride car where once aboard, riders will embark on an exhilarating journey through the breathtaking vastness of Antarctica as they join a penguin research mission unlike any other. Featuring two exhilarating launches and a maze of twists and turns, this unforgettable coaster moves at speeds of up to 43 mph across a 3,020-foot track that traverses both indoors and outside. Yet, what sets this experience apart as truly extraordinary is its unparalleled finale: as the coaster comes to a halt, guests find themselves not in a simulated penguin colony, but in the very heart of SeaWorld Orlando's own penguin habitat. An experience for the whole family, the ride accommodates rider heights from 42-inches to 77-inches. A unique and immersive blend of coaster thrills and authentic animal interaction offers the whole family the spirit of adventure and exploration, while further connecting SeaWorld's mission and commitment to animal care, education, and research. Coming in Spring 2024, "Penguin Trek" is the eagerly awaited eighth coaster to join SeaWorld Orlando's ever-expanding ride portfolio. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

The holidays are in full swing here in Orlando, and with so much holly jolly fun to be be had throughout Central Florida, we've put together a nice and pretty long list of everything happening in December, and don't worry, we've checked it twice! The Top Things To Do in Orlando this December The holiday season is such a special time here in Orlando, with bright lights and decorations wherever you look... The theme parks are decked out for the holidays with special events, parades, and after hours parties, Santa is meeting children of all ages, and we have sparkling light shows, parades, festive shows, and more! Whether your you're visiting the area for the Holidays, or you're an Orlando local, there is so much festive fun to enjoy, so check out our list of the best things to do throughout the month of December. ! Happy December and Happy Holidays! MULTI-DAY EVENTS ONE DAY EVENTS REGULAR WEEKLY EVENTS MULTI-DAY EVENTS The Holidays At Magic Kingdom Now - December 31, 2023 Get wrapped up in all things merry and bright, with sensational sights and holiday delights. The Magic Kingdom, truly is extra magical during the holidays, with beautiful decor, festive entertainment, and extra jolly eats and treats. Highlights this holiday season includes: NEW! Frozen Holiday Surprise – Gather ‘round Cinderella Castle for a dazzling new experience that will illuminate the castle like never before—featuring Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff and the Snowgies! Seasonal Décor – Discover oh-so-jolly holiday trimmings and touches along Main Street, U.S.A. and throughout the park. Jingle Cruise – During the holiday season, the beloved Jungle Cruise undergoes a yuletide transformation. It’s a festive-yet-familiar adventure from stem to stern! Meet Santa - During the Holiday Week and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party you can meet Santa at the Liberty Square Gazebo. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Select Nights, Now - December 22, 2023 One of Walt Disney World's favorite holiday tradition, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is returning to Magic Kingdom. This separately ticketed event includes festive favorites like the Christmas extravaganza stage show, “Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration,” the sparkling spectacular “Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks” and the merry must-see “Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade.” Guests can also look forward to enjoying some of their favorite classic and thrill attractions, including TRON Lightcycle / Run presented by Enterprise, which will use a virtual queue* during the event. The Holidays At Disney’s Hollywood Studios Now - December 31, 2023 Embark on yuletide adventures in a park full of entertainment and thrills. Decor at Hollywood Studios includes SANTA GERTIE! There are also oversized Christmas ornaments in Echo Lake, as well as a giant Christmas tree, and other decor. You will also discover vintage inspired decor on Hollywood and Sunset Boulevards, with snow falling along Sunset Boulevard. Highlights include: For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration – Enjoy an unforgettable holiday finale featuring everyone’s favorite snowman, Olaf. Minnie's Holiday Dine at Hollywood & Vine – See Minnie Mouse and her pals during an oh-so-merry meal. Advance reservations are strongly recommended. Toy Story Land Characters in Holiday Attire – See some Pixar pals decked out for the season. Disney Jollywood Nights Select Nights, Now - December 20, 2023 Disney Jollywood Nights is a new, separately ticketed event taking place at Disney's Hollywood Studios, from 8:30 pm - 12:30 am on 10 select nights November 11 - December 20, 2023. Get ready to dress in your holiday glam best or festive flair, dance the night away to merry mashups, indulge in divine treats and bubbling spirits, and snap selfies with iconic characters during this new festive event. For an extra dose of cheer, the party wraps with the return of the nighttime spectacular, “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!” The Holidays At EPCOT Now through December 30, 2023 Embrace holiday traditions from around the world and delight in the telling of the Christmas story. Highlights include: EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth – Be immersed in the wondrous sights, sounds and flavors of the season from November 24 through December 30, 2023! Savor treasured recipes from around the globe at Holiday Kitchens. And embark on a journey with Holiday Storytellers sharing holiday traditions from around the world. Candlelight Processional – Hear the stirring story of Christmas presented by a celebrity narrator, accompanied by an orchestra and massed choir. More Holiday Entertainment – Watch as Holiday Storytellers bring beloved traditions such as Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, Lunar New Year and more to life! Witness stories told through music and dance, with performers in traditional costumes—November 24 to December 30, 2023. Holidays At Disney Springs Now - 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: Meet Santa and enjoy festive holiday tunes with live musical performances and DJs. Plus, encounter Toy Soldier Stilt Walkers and Snowflake Skaters. Discover Christmas around every corner, as you come across a collection of elaborately decorated Disney Christmas trees throughout the neighborhoods of Disney Springs. 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. SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration Select Dates, Now - December 31, 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 Universal Orlando Resort Now - December 31 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. Holiday Lights at Island H20 Water Park Select Nights, Now - December 31, 2023 Island H20 Water Park has revealed that Holiday Nights, an exciting new island-themed holiday light spectacular will take place select nights at the Kissimmee water park now to December 31. This sparkling new event will feature countless twinkling lights, enchanting displays, live entertainment, and delightful treats, all while supporting a charitable cause. Visitors can look forward to hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights, themed displays, unique photo spots, live entertainment, and tantalizingly themed treats and gifts, all which will transform Island H2O Water Park into an extravaganza for the whole family. Tickets are available for purchase from Nov. 1 at Islando H2O Water Par for $34.99 per adult / $29.99 per child with a portion of proceeds supporting Kissimmee's Give Kids The World Village. Christmas Town At Busch Gardens Tampa Now to January 4, 2024 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. Pirates Dinner Adventure Christmas Show Now to December 25, 2023 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! A Swingin' Christmas: The Holiday Music of Tony Bennett Select Nights, Now - December 16, 2023 Ring in the holidays at The Winter Park Playhouse with this unforgettable evening of quintessential Tony Bennett! Featuring eighteen holiday classic holiday tunes plus the standards that made Bennett famous like "I Wanna Be Around," "The Good Life," "Rags to Riches" and of course Tony's signature song, "I Left Heart in San Francisco." Grab your friends and family and celebrate the season Tony Bennett style! Beach Nights at Aquatica Orlando Saturdays, Now - December 23, 2023 Every Saturday guests can visit Aquatica Orlando for daytime fun, and then when the sun goes down, guests can watch some of their favorite family-friendly holiday movies on the beach, and it’s all included with park admission. Guests are encouraged to bring a towel or take a seat in one of the many lounge chairs available and enjoy this special experience. Fresh popcorn, delicious food & snacks, hot chocolate, drinks and specialty cocktails will be available for purchase at Kura’s Beachside Panini and Motu’s Beach Bar. Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! Now - December 23, 2023 Ring in the holiday season at Orlando Family Stage with Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! Junie B. Jones, First-Grader, is super-excited about the upcoming Holiday Sing-Along and Secret Santa gift exchange at her school. Too bad tattletale May keeps ruining all of Junie B.’s fun. So, when Junie B. draws May’s name for Secret Santa, she comes up with the perfect plan to teach her nemesis a lesson! But will the Christmas spirit of peace and goodwill interfere before she can give you-know-who what she deserves? Ice at Gaylord Palms Resort Now - January 3, 2024 There's no better way to celebrate the holidays than by gathering your family for Christmas at Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Kissimmee, Florida. Step into a wonderland carved by expert artisans out of 2 million pounds of colorful ice with a dazzling display of larger-than-life sculptures, thrilling ice slides, and awe-inspiring tunnels. This must do holiday event in Central Florida will feature Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the Peanuts gang, who will be the stars of this year's holiday celebration as ICE! returns for 2023. In addition to the ICE! attraction, a sleigh-full of events and activities will be featured across the 64-acre resort. Christmas shows and activities are presented in the atrium, while parts of the convention center transform into Alpine Village, a bustling, holiday hamlet with Bavarian-style storefronts, immersive activities and one of Florida’s largest Christmas shops. Holiday Nights at ICON Park Now - December 25, 2023 The 20-acre ICON Park has transformed into a holiday wonderland with the arrival of the I-Drive District’s 50-foot decorated tree, nightly snowfall, Santa Workshop Experience, The Wheel’s holiday light and music show, carolers – and, of course, Santa himself. Guests are invited to bring a blanket, gather on ICON Park’s center lawn to enjoy the free nightly snowfall and magical light show, and grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants and entertainment venues. Snow & Carolers on The Lawn Guests can enjoy the magic and wonder of a snowy holiday season, right on I-Drive. Every night from 7 to 8 p.m., eight snow machines will create flurries that blanket ICON Park’s central gathering place, The Lawn. Snowfall is nightly, with carolers every Saturday evening. Holiday Light Show on The Wheel The Wheel at ICON Park is getting into the holiday spirit with the return of the popular holiday light show. Gather on The Lawn and watch as The Wheel’s 64,000 LED lights dance to a seasonal soundtrack during a 10-minute production. Holinights Celebrations Select Nights, Now - December 25, 2023 The holidays are coming, and at the popular Promenade at Sunset Walk in Kissimmee, the Holinights are on the way too, bringing non stop holiday fun and entertainment. The popular entertainment, shopping and dining destination, is hosting several holiday events throughout the festive season including Holinights on select nights from 5.00 pm to 10.00 pm Holinights Celebration features Santa Claus, Mischievous Elves, Towering Toy Soldiers, Live Music & Tree Lighting Nightly, Snow Ball Fights with the Mischievous Elves, Holiday Craft & Street Markets, Car Shows & More! Dazzling Lights at Leu Gardens Now - January 6, 2024 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. Highlights include a 70' long candy cane path, giant neon flowers, a brand new laser light show with live singers, meet and greet characters in an icy world, a giant, inflatable play area with a chimney slide, and so much more! Magic of Lights Daytona Now - December 31, 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. Colorful Christmas at Crayola Experience Now - January 7, 2024 Experience the holidays Crayola-style at Colorful Christmas, hosted by Crayola Experience at The Florida Mall. Can you help Santa and his friends save the holiday? Enjoy some SNOWtastic adventures as you go! Meet animatronic Christmas characters and listen to them tell stories as you solve their riddles. Step inside a life-sized snowglobe, watch a light show starring Scarlet and her singing reindeer friends. All while crafting unique gifts from the heart! Enjoy holiday fun the Crayola way! All included in general admission. Holidays At LEGOLAND Florida Resort Select Days, November 24 - December 31, 2023 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. Moonshine & Mistletoe: An Appalachian Christmas Tale Select Nights, Now - December 23, 2023 The Ballards, Lessy Boy and Curleen, welcome family and friends into their Appalachian mountain home to celebrate Christmas Day. In the midst of the Great Depression, they have no gifts to exchange, but instead, they share their love of Appalachian hymns and carols. Unexpectedly, the Ballard’s son who’d left the fold to escape a certain fate in the coal mines returns to make amends with his parents. With him is his very-soon-to-be-a-mother wife. Though Curleen seems incapable of negotiating a peaceful reconciliation with her son, a Christmas miracle opens up a new possibility of forgiveness. Moonshine & Mistletoe at the Winter Garden Theater is a musical valentine to a bygone era and is a wholesome holiday theatrical event for the entire family. Now Snowing In Celebration Now - December 31, 2023 Now Snowing, Central Florida’s original and premier Snowing event is celebrating 25 years this year, offering 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, 7, 8, 9pm. It’s a true throwback to the traditional family style holiday. A Christmas Carol Select Nights - December 24, 2023 Back by popular demand, the story of the ghosts of Christmas, Tiny Tim, and Scrooge’s redemption graces the Margeson Theater again at Orlando Shakes! Enjoy fresh hot cocoa and chocolate chip cookies at intermission and hear gorgeous carols. It’s fun for the whole family! Order your tickets today for A Christmas Carol. Live on-stage at Orlando Shakes. Outdoor Ice Skating at Melia Orlando Now - January 4, 2024 Meliá Orlando Celebration has partnered with Glice to install a 38’ x 38’ rink next to the main lobby entrance that requires no water energy or carbon emissions. A sustainable alternative to traditional ice rinks, Glice Eco-Rink uses synthetic ice panels for year-round family fun. The rink is open to the public Oct. 15, 2023 through Jan. 3, 2024 from 4 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person for both adults and children and includes a pair of skates. Tickets are sold on-site at the rink. The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical December 1 - 17, 2023 Osceola Arts presents The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical. It’s everyone’s favorite time of year and the annual Christmas pageant! This year the town’s most mischievous kids, the Herdmans, all want starring roles…but not without a few script changes first. In this jolly and heart-warming musical, witness the spirit of Christmas truly come to life in their small town! Wekiva Island's Winter Wonderland December 1 - 25, 2023 At Wekiva Island enjoy nightly snow flurries plus extra entertainment and activities which are offered on select days and evenings, including outdoor movies and visits from Santa Claus. Winter Wonderland is back, and features the sparkling Christmas Tree Forest with a 30-foot Christmas tree! Plus nightly “snow” flurries, sparkling holiday décor, and special events for the whole family. Deck The Seas At SEA LIFE Aquarium Orlando December 1 - January 1 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! Tis the Season in Winter Garden December 1, 2023 - January 7, 2024 Downtown Winter Garden transforms into a winter wonderland for 38 days of Tis the Season, outdoor holiday movies, light shows, carriage tours, boutique stroll, farmer’s market, and holiday music on the plaza are here for you. Oh, What Fun! Lake Nona December 7 - 23, 2023 With nightly snowfalls, live entertainment, photo ops and memorable encounters that will amaze and enchant, Oh, What Fun! makes the holidays magical for everyone. Enjoy all your favorite chilly-weather foods as sweet-treats stations and pop-up stands offer specialty snacks and beverages made especially for the season. Enjoy classic Christmas tales with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Santa’s Cottage. Stroll through Lake Nona’s very own Holiday Market for some Christmas shopping or explore the Evergreen Christmas Tree Trail. Snap memories in front of the picture-perfect photo walls and Peppermint Square’s 24-foot Christmas tree centerpiece with family and friends. Ready to trim the tree together at home? Pick out your perfect blue spruce or Douglas fir at the Peppermint Forest Christmas tree lot. Join us on the first night of Hanukkah to kickoff the festival of lights with a menorah blessing. Orlando Ballet Presents World Premiere: The Nutcracker December 8 - 24, 2023 Like young Clara, Artistic Director Jorden Morris dreams big as all will see when Orlando Ballet premieres this entirely new production of The Nutcracker. Supported by an elite dream team of designers of sets, costumes and lighting, this production is a wonderfully imaginative version of the world’s most beloved holiday tale. Staying true to the traditional story of a young girl’s love for her favorite Christmas gift bestowed by the town’s toymaker, Morris pairs Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s classic musical score with entirely new choreography to create a fresh and whimsical experience complete with giant snow globes, fancy mice, and a few high-flying surprises. Phantasmagoria’s A Most Haunted Victorian Christmas Select Days, December 9 - December 23, 2023 “Hold high a mug of cider and gather around the Hearth” this holiday season, as you join critically acclaimed Victorian Performance Troupe PHANTASMAGORIA for a festive journey through whimsical and haunted tales of the holidays! Follow these evocative storytellers, dancers, and performers as they celebrate the rich centuries old tradition of telling Ghost Stories on Christmas Eve - A wonderfully “Spirited” way to celebrate the yearend festivities – all in Phantasmagoria’s unique performance style! Tales of holiday haunts, ghostly disappearances, whimsical spirits - and terrifying mythic creatures who somehow always know if you’ve been “Bad or Good” . . . and perhaps the “Canterville Ghost” will make his yearly appearance! Dec.9 - 10 ORLANDO PREMIERE – The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. Dec 15 SANFORD – The Ritz Theatre at The Wayne Dench Performing Arts Center Dec 17 OCALA – The Reilly Arts Center – Dec. 17th Dec 21 LEESBURG – Melon Patch Theatre – Dec. 21st Dec 22 - 23 DELAND – The Athens Theatre Chase Padgett: 6 String Christmas December 14 - 23, 202 This holiday season, the Orlando Shakes cabaret season features Chase Padgett, and 6 String Christmas. Purchase tickets now. Holidays In Space December 15 - December 30, 2023 Starflake's Holiday Voyage returns this year for Holidays in Space! From December 15 – 30, 2023, watch a nightly projected show on the massive exterior of Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex. Embark on a breathtaking journey with Starflake as she travels through the stars, Earth, and beyond. You will recognize familiar places along the way, like the Vehicle Assembly Building, International Space Station, James Webb Space Telescope and more. Festive holiday décor takes over the visitor complex throughout the entire month of December. The new favorite 50-foot tree with more than 61,000 pixels of light returns this year, as well as six-foot-tall astronaut nutcrackers, the NASA meatball-turned-holiday ornament and so much more ONE DAY EVENTS City of Orlando Tree Lighting December 1, 2023 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 Walt Disney Amphitheater, food trucks and a holiday market. Winter on the Avenue December 1, 2023 Come out for Winter on the Avenue, Winter Park's annual tree-lighting event, with strolling carolers, Chanukah menorah lighting ceremony, s'mores, snow slides, children's choirs, popcorn flicks in the park, and, of course, Santa and Mrs. Claus! I-Drive District Holiday Tree Lighting December 1, 2023 Kick of the Holiday Season with the I-Drive District at ICON Park! Check out how I-Drive Dazzles with a glittering lighting ceremony of the 50-ft Holiday Tree. Special performances by the I-Ride Trolley Chords, Dr. Phillips High School Dance In Motion Company & Orlando Ballet. Make a reservation at The Santa Workshop Experience to meet and take holiday photos with Santa and the Jolly old elf! Mount Dora Christmas Walk December 1, 2023 This fun, annual tradition features entertainment sprinkled around Mount Dora’s historic downtown while shop’s are open late for a unique holiday shopping experience. The many downtown bars and restaurants are also open to enjoy plenty of holiday cheer to enjoy on your Christmas Walk Light Up Sanford – Tree Lighting Ceremony December 1, 2023 Join us for a magical night at Light Up Sanford, a Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, December 1st at 6:30 PM. Experience the enchantment of the Magnolia Square Christmas Tree and downtown as we illuminate the night. Get ready for holiday entertainment, a visit from ‘Ole Saint Nick and his helpers, and more! Lake Mary Holiday in the Park December 1, 2023 The City of Lake Mary’s “Holiday in the Park” event is one for the books! Our 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! CFCArts presents A Christmas Carol the Musical December 1 - 2, 2023 Ebenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeon who believes that personal wealth is far more valuable than the happiness and comfort of others. With an infuriated "Bah! Humbug!" Scrooge summates his feelings of Christmas tidings and charitable giving, but he's forced to face his selfish ways when three ghosts on Christmas Eve lead him through his Past, Present and Future. Thanks to their guidance, Scrooge recognizes his faults and greets Christmas morning with a cheerful "Happy Christmas" before spending the day reconnecting and sharing love with those that mean the most to him. Taking place at Dr Phillips Center. Get tickets now. Desi Banks The Purpose Chaser Tour December 1, 2023 Desi Banks is the ultimate triple threat – actor, stand-up comedian, and entrepreneur who's taking the entertainment world by storm. Catch him live at Dr Phillips Center. Johnny Cash – The Official Concert Experience December 1, 2023 The music never stops in Johnny Cash – The Official Concert Experience, live at Dr Phillips Center. Using state-of-the-art technology, Johnny Cash’s rich and iconic baritone has been lifted from archival concert footage and recordings, enabling the “Man in Black” to perform his biggest hits – “I Walk the Line,” “Ring of Fire” – with a live band again! In addition to never-before-seen footage and on-screen narration by Cash’s only son, John Carter Cash, male and female vocalists will share vocal duties to perform even more Cash hits, as well as tunes by artists of the time including The Statler Brothers, Carl Perkins and June Carter Cash. Kyle Walker December 1, 2023 Kyle Walker comes to Celine Orlando. Get your tickets now! 18 Los Borjas USA Tour 2023 December 1, 2023 Los Borjas USA Tour 2023 comes to House of Blues Orlando at Disney Springs. Get your tickets now! Holiday Friday Nights at the Morse December 1, 2023 The Morse Museum invites all to celebrate the holidays season this year with free admission from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and live music from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Jo Koy December 2, 2023 Get ready to laugh until it hurts! Jo Koy's hilarious World Tour is coming to Amway Center Saturday, December 2. Tickets are on sale now. Justin Quiles December 2, 2023 Justin Quiles: NIVELES Tour comes to House of Blues Orlando at Disney Springs. Get your tickets now! OUC Orlando Half Marathon & Barney Butter Lake Eola 5K December 2, 2023 One of the top road races in the Southeast, the OUC Orlando Half winds through scenic Downtown Orlando and finishes at beautiful Lake Eola. Join over 4,000 runners for this Orlando tradition and enjoy live music along the course, local beer and a lakeside party. Whose Live Anyway December 2, 2023 Whose Live Anyway comes to Hard Rock Live Orlando. Get your tickets now! Cranes Roost Park Light Up the Holidays December 2, 2023 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. Tavares Christmas Parade and Celebration December 2, 2023 This free, annual happening takes place in downtown Tavares with a parade that begins around 5 p.m on Main Street, followed by a celebration in Wooton Park & Tavares Square. Enjoy live music, Santa’s visit, and more! St. Cloud Holiday Festival December 2 - 3, 2023 The St Cloud Holiday Festival is a non-profit event presented by the Rotary Club of Kissimmee Bay supporting the annual holiday event and the community. The Festival features over 100 crafters, carnival-type fare, entertainment, a classic car show and a Kids’ Holiday Fun Zone with Santa. Plus, don't miss the parade! The Festival runs for two days, always the first Saturday and Sunday in December. The 2023 Festival will be held December 2 - 3. 71st Annual Winter Park Christmas Parade December 2, 2023 The Winter Park Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the 71st annual Winter Park Ye Olde Hometown Christmas Parade. The event has been held each December for more than 65 years, making it the oldest continuous holiday parade in Central Florida. Over 80 organizations that participate, including marching bands, local police and fire departments, scouting groups, local dignitaries and, of course, Santa Claus. Cracker Christmas December 2 - 3, 2023 Why Cracker Christmas? The origin of the term “Florida Cracker” refers to the cracking sound made by the whips used by early settlers to herd their cattle, hence the Floridians were called “Crackers” Cracker Christmas features live historical demonstrators, vendors, various foods for sale. This event celebrates the Florida Pioneer and the rich history of the Christmas community. It also showcases local history through a craft fair with handmade items, pioneer demonstrations, and community organizations displays. The event began approximately in 1977 as a small celebration. It has gradually grown into the largest Fort Christmas Historical Society event held at Fort Christmas Historical Park. Gatorland Holiday Ho Ho Ho-Down December 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, and 17 The Alligator Capital of the World. Gatorland is hosting a Ho Ho Ho-Down this holiday season and everyone is invited to join the party! Enjoy madcap festive fun for all the family at Gatorland’s Fourth Annual Holiday Ho Ho Ho-Down Christmas Event, where else can you meet Gator Claus, Krampus Croc and more. All the fun and games are included with the regular price of admission. Russian Ballet Orlando, The Nutcracker December 2, 8, 10, 16, 2023 Get ready for a whirlwind of holiday magic with The Nutcracker! An eagerly awaited annual tradition, this enchanting tale is the perfect treat for the whole family. Join Clara on her extraordinary journey as she breaks the spell, turning the Nutcracker doll into a dashing prince. Together, they venture into a mesmerizing world of snowflakes and waltz their way into the enchanting realm of sweets. It’s a heartwarming adventure that’s brimming with wonder and joy, making this holiday season truly unforgettable for everyone who joins in the spectacle. Dec. 2 - RITZ THEATER, Sanford Dec. 8 - REPERTORY THEATER, Orlando Dec. 10 - POLK THEATER, Lakeland Dec. 16 - LAKE EOLA AMPHITHEATER Winter Springs Winter Wonderland & Parade December 2, 2023 Tis’ the season for joy and celebration! Stop by the city of Winter Springs and enjoy the festivities this holiday season at Winter Wonderland! Experience an evening with one of the longest-running traditions in our city, the 41st annual Holiday Parade featuring local talent and businesses and the annual Christmas tree Lighting! Enjoy local entertainment and a visit from Santa Claus! Winter Garden Christmas Parade December 2, 2023 Bring a lawn chair or blanket and head to your favorite spot for the Winter Garden Holiday Parade. 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! Then enjoy the Holiday Market, wander freely through the pedestrian-only streets of historic downtown aligned with vendor booths of holiday décor, crafts, jewelry, apparel and accessories, sweet treats (including Gingerbread), variety of gift items, and more including FREE CHILDREN’S HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENT! Ovideo Christmas Parade December 2, 2023 Enjoy an unforgettable Christmas Parade with the City of Oviedo! The parade will be held on December 2rd from 6:00 pm- 9:00 pm. Attendees can line up along Center Lake Lane and Oviedo Blvd. The parade leaves the Oviedo Gym & Aquatics Center approximately at 7:00 pm. Vendors, food, drinks, and alcohol will be available for purchase starting at 5:00 pm at Center Lake Park. Snow In The O Holiday Festival Toy Drive December 2, 2023 Mark your calendar and join us in spreading the holiday spirit! "Snow in the O" is where families and friends of all backgrounds come together to celebrate the magic of giving. Share the Joy! We invite you to step into a Winter Wonderland of warmth, laughter, and giving. This festive Christmas Holiday Event is an invitation to embrace the magic of the season while spreading holiday cheer to every corner of our diverse community. Entry is free with the donation of a new toy, ensuring that the spirit of giving shines bright for all. Orlando's Largest Snowstorm Ever. Prepare for an extraordinary snowfall like Orlando has never seen before. On December 2nd, we're transforming our city into a Winter Wonderland, uniting us in the enchantment of the season. You won’t want to miss it! Avalon Aglow December 2, 2023 Start off your holiday festivities with us at Avalon Park’s annual Avalon Aglow event on December 2nd! Starting at 3 p.m., enjoy the food and festivities while also catching live performances and a parade around Downtown Avalon. Make sure to stay for the fireworks later on to end your night. Every year, Avalon Aglow brings the whole community together to celebrate the upcoming holidays. This event is free for everyone to enjoy. Krampusfest December 3, 2023 In some eastern European cultures, Santa Claus is accompanied by Krampus — a horrible monster who snatches bad children instead of giving them presents. And this holiday season, he is again headed to Orlando for Krampusfest! One of the most famous Krampus celebrations in the country, this annual tradition brings the alpine spirit to The Milk District near downtown Orlando. Light Up SoDo December 3, 2023 Light Up SoDo is back, so grab the kids and your furry friends and head on down for an afternoon full of holiday fun! This year there is tons of fun activities for everyone. Get ready to experience Santa and Mrs. Claus, a maker’s market, food trucks, appearances from local SoDo businesses, the Bubble Bus, bounce houses, face painting, stilt walkers, beer and wine garden, live performances and so much more. Holiday Pops in Winter Park December 3, 2023 Bring your blanket and a picnic for a concert program of holiday favorites at Holiday Pops in Winter Park, at an event that will be sure to put everyone in the spirit of the season! This free concert is made possible by the Charlotte Julia Hollander Trust. HIRS Collective December 3, 2023 HIRS Collective performs LIVE at Will’s Pub on December 3rd, 2023. Get tickets now. Candlelight: Holiday Special Featuring The Nutcracker December 6, 13, 20, 2023 Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Orlando. Get your tickets now to discover the music of The Nutcracker and More at The Abbey under the gentle glow of candlelight. CFCArts presents Christmas at the Movies: A Very Merry Sequel December 7 - 8, 2023 This December, step into all your favorite holiday stories as the CFCArts Community Choir presents its annual holiday extravaganza, Christmas at the Movies! This year’s concert will feature a stunning collection of music from films from this time of year. Join our powerful 300-voice Community Choir and members of the Symphony Orchestra for one of Central Florida’s favorite annual holiday traditions! Gather your family and friends to join the fun as CFCArts celebrates the season of joy and community through magnificent and brilliant arrangements of holiday movie music. Celebrate the Season in Longwood December 8, 2023 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, performances by One School of the Arts, an inflatable snow maze, giant fun slides, a petting zoo, a trackless train, 10+ food trucks and a major laser light show throughout the event. Altamonte Springs Holiday Concerts December 8, 15, 22, 2023 Enjoy live music from artists performing holiday hits at Altamonte Springs Holiday Concerts in Cranes Roost Park. Plus, visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus in the Plaza. Food and beverages available for purchase. Admission is free. Mount Dora Snow in the Park December 9, 2023 Mount Dora Snow in the Park is an afternoon filled with sledding, ice skating, and festive activities in Donnelly Park — and don’t miss a visit with Santa. To sweeten the deal: donations of non-perishables at Lake Cares Food Pantry earn you fast pass tickets – so make sure to bring something your donations as part of spreading some cheer! The best Christmas event around is no…snow joke; don’t miss out on all the fun right here in town. Oviedo Winter Fest December 9, 2023 Fresh from the North Pole, tons of fun at Oviedo Winter Fest at Center Lake Park! With the purchase of an all inclusive wristband, you will have unlimited access to all the different activities, rides, and attractions. IF YOU GO ON OR IN any activity you need a wristband. Light Up Kissimmee December 9, 2023 Kissimmee Main Street presents “Light up Kissimmee”. Our Christmas season kick-off begins by lighting up the entire Kissimmee’s Historic Downtown with wonderful holiday decor and lights! We will have parranda, the Broadway Welcome Station tree lighting and the City of Kissimmee tree lighting as well it’s going to be a Jolly Jolly Holiday! Sanford Annual Parade of Lights December 9, 2023 The annual “Parade of Lights” on Saturday, December 9th from 6–8 PM offers residents and visitors a dazzling evening of exciting parade floats, lights and music with over 75 entrants parading downtown on 1st Street to celebrate the holidays. Holly Jolly Sounds of the Season December 9 - 10, 2023 This musical celebration, Holly Jolly Sounds of the Season will capture the spirit of the season with members from the String Family at Plaza Live! Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra musicians will play their way through holiday classics, from Frosty the Snowman to Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season with family! 11th Annual Violectric Holiday Show December 9, 2023 Performing together LIVE on stage, renowned “Vinylinist” and Founder of Violectric Michelle Jones and the talented musicians of the Central Florida strings super-group announce the exciting 11th Annual Violectric Holiday Show, rocking into the Walt Disney Amphitheater at Lake Eola Park on Saturday, December 9, 2023 starting at 7pm. FREE and open to the public, the 90-minute live concert presented by the City of Orlando Department of Families, Parks and Recreation will feature traditional holiday songs like O Christmas Tree, The First Noel and Hanukkah, O Hanukkah mashed up with classic rock tunes and modern hits like Born to Run, Heroes and Sweet Dreams, delivering a fun-filled, energetic and highly unique holiday show unlike anything seen and heard before and simulcast all around Lake Eola. Sarah Brightman A Christmas Symphony December 13, 2023 Enjoy a festive evening at Dr Phillips Center with Sarah Brightman, the world’s best-selling Soprano. Brightman has amassed sales of more than 30 million, receiving awards in over 40 countries and garnering over 1 billion streams worldwide. Get your tickets now. Pentatonix The Most Wonderful Tour Of The Year December 13, 2023 Pentatonix The Most Wonderful Tour of the Year is coming to Orlando's Amway Center on December 13.. Renowned for their stunning vocal harmonies and innovative arrangements, the group has redefined modern a cappella music. From chart-topping pop hits to timeless holiday classics, Pentatonix boasts an extensive repertoire showcased across multiple albums, attracting an immense global following. Comprising Kirstin Maldonado, Scott Hoying, Mitch Grassi, Kevin Olusola, and Matt Sallee, the group's enchanting performances have resonated with audiences around the world CFCArts presents Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Jr. December 15 - 16, 2022 The holiday classic soars off the screen in this musical adaptation of the beloved television special. Filled with holiday hits like “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” and “A Holly Jolly Christmas,” Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Jr. features all of your favorite characters, including Santa and Mrs. Claus, Hermey the Elf, Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster, Clarice, Yukon Cornelius and, of course, Rudolph. It’s an adventure that teaches us that what makes you different can be what makes you special. Because of his shiny nose, Rudolph doesn’t feel like he belongs in Christmastown and sets off to find a place that accepts him. Along his journey, he encounters fellow misfits, only to realize that home is where he has belonged the whole time. When a storm threatens to keep Santa’s sleigh from taking flight, it’s up to Rudolph to save Christmas! Sanford Jingle Jam December 16, 2023 Join us in beautiful Historic Downtown Sanford for the 6th Annual Jingle Jam Community Holiday Party presented by Wayne Densch! Sanford Jingle Jam has become one of the largest family events in downtown and draws thousands from all over Central Florida! Featuring multiple stages of live music, award-winning food trucks, carnival games, holiday artisanal vendors, drink specials and more! See Santa himself and create lifelong memories and take some family pictures!! Plenty of free parking, pet and family friendly! Mark Tremonti Sings Frank Sinatra Christmas Special December 16, 2023 The lights go down. Familiar horns pipe up from a world-class orchestra as piano twinkles like the jackpot lights on a winning slot machine. Then, the voice kicks in. It has all of the smoky splendor those first few notes hinted at, but it ain’t Ol’ Blue Eyes. In a tailored suit with microphone in hand, it’s Mark Tremonti. The GRAMMY Award-winning multiplatinum musician sounds just as at home paying homage to the catalog of Frank Sinatra as he does fronting Tremonti or shredding his soul out as the guitarist for Alter Bridge and Creed. Tremonti’s earliest memory of hearing Sinatra for the first time was as a child during Christmas. His dedication to holiday music continues with the release of his latest album, Christmas Classics New and Old.Join Tremonti for a night of nostalgic holiday hits at Dr Phillips Center. Trans-Siberian Orchestra, The Ghost of Christmas Eve December 22, 2023 The much loved Trans-Siberian Orchestra is back and returning to Amway Center on December 22 with The Ghost of Christmas Eve - The Best of TSO & More! Get ready for a holiday spectacle like no other! Trans-Siberian Orchestra is returning for two mesmerizing shows on December 22. Get more info here. Christmas Eve Celebration December 24, 2023 A Christmas Eve tradition is a visit to The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art. Enjoy free admission to the Morse Museum galleries with live music from 1 - 4 pm. REGULAR WEEKLY EVENTS Sunset Walk Fired-up Fridays Every Friday Friday nights, the Promenade at Sunset Walk presents Fired-Up Fridays, a free Car & Truck Show event with all makes, models, and years welcome of show car quality. Featuring music by DJ Scotty B and Company, plus the very best regional live bands. Friday Muscle Car Show & Cruise Every Friday Join the heart pounding excitement of high-performance engines and true horse power for our Muscle Car Show every Friday night at Old Town in Kissimmee. The Friday Muscle Car Show will begin at 3:00pm and the qualifications are show-quality muscle and factory-performance cars from 1964 and newer and classics from 1985 and older. Cars will cruise at 8:30pm . Art After Dark in Lake Nona Every Friday Every Friday night, Art After Dark takes over Lake Nona Town Center from 6 pm. Art After Dark is a perfect evening out for the whole family, enjoy a stroll through the Town Center as you explore hand crafted artisan products, and tasty cuisine. Be sure to grab a glass a wine, stay a while to enjoy the art displayed on the six story art installation, The Beacon. Duel of Fools at SAK Comedy Lab Every Friday and Saturday This is SAK’s signature improv show! Two teams of professional improvisers compete for your laughs with audience judges selected at the start of the show. The actors make up songs, scenes and characters right in front of your eyes with the help of the audience’s suggestions and participation. Appropriate for all ages. 7 pm. King Of The Hill at SAK Comedy Lab Every Friday and Saturday In this knockdown, drag-out comedy battle, a cast of our professional performers pair up in teams of two and use audience suggestions to create scenes, songs and characters on the spot. After each round, the audience decides which team wins and which team loses. The winning team stays for the next round while the losers form new teams to dethrone the Kings. By the end there can only be one King of the Hill! 9 pm. Saturday Nite Classic Car Show & Cruise at Old Town Every Saturday Join Old Town in Kissimmee every Saturday and take a trip down memory lane. The Old Town Classic Car Show has been a local tradition for over 30 years, it is one of the premier weekly car shows in Central Florida. The Saturday Classic Car Show begins at 1:00pm and welcomes show-quality 1985 and older hot rods, street rods, and antiques. Cars will cruise at 8:30pm and all cars registered can participate. The Classic Car Show is free for participants and free for the public to attend. It’s the perfect outing for families of every generation, young and old, to enjoy. Live Music on the Lawn in Lake Nona Every Saturday Live on the Lawn is your Saturday oasis to relax and recharge while listening to live music and playing lawn games with family and friends. Join Lake Nona from 11 am – 3 pm every Saturday! Show Car Saturday Nights at Promenade at Sunset Walk Every Saturday The Promenade at Sunset Walk is home to Show Car Saturday Nights. All makes and models are welcome and displayed along Margaritaville Boulevard. Car enthusiasts will enjoy the music of DJ Scotty B while admiring an amazing collection of classic to modern automobiles, with live bands performing on the Promenade Plaza Stage nightly. Throughout the evening, find your favorite restaurants and shops at the Promenade at Sunset Walk. Disney Springs Kids Club Every Saturday Dance, play and be entertained at engaging shows for kids of all ages at the Disney Springs Kids Club, taking place every Saturday. Free Entertainment and Free Parking. Weekly Orlando Area Farmers Markets Winter Garden Farmers Market The Winter Garden Farmers Market is your hometown market open every Saturday from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm. in beautiful Historic Winter Garden. Winter Park Farmers Market The Winter Park Farmers’ Market is one of the best produce and plant markets in Central Florida which takes place every Saturday morning from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Central Park. Lake Mary Farmers Market The Lake Mary Farmers Market features local vendors of produce, plants, baked goods, and arts and crafts. The market is open every Saturday, from 9am-1:30pm at Lake Mary City Hall. City of Longwood Farmer's Market Visit every Saturday at the City of Longwood Farmers Market at Reiter Park from 9 am to 2 pm, with locally sourced seafood and produce to handmade crafts and more. Lake Nona Farmers Market Join in every Saturday morning in Lake Nona, the Lake Nona Farmers Market takes place in the beautiful Town Center from 11 am - 3 pm, shop local with the freshest produce and more. Orlando Farmers Market at Lake Eola Park One of the most popular farmers markets in Central Florida, Orlando Farmer’s Market is located in the heart of Orlando at Lake Eola park, and takes place Sundays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Celebration Farmers Market Every week at Celebration Farmers Market there are multiple vendors here selling everything from fresh food and produce, to local crafted jewelry, and much more, with a beautiful backdrop of Lakeside Park, this is a must go to farmers market on Sundays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m East Orlando Farmer's Market The popular East Orlando Farmers Market offers hand selected produce, creative local small business owners, along with botanical varieties to chose from. Every Sunday 11 am - 4 pm. Clermont Farmer's Market Clermont Farmer's Market features over 60 vendors selling seafood, organic produce, and other household items, this popular market is the place to go on Sundays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Downtown Mount Dora Village Market Mount Dora’s open-air Mount Dora Village Market in Sunset Park is open Sundays from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm offering fresh products from over 50 market vendors. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.