Celebrate the Season: Your 2023 Guide to Holiday Magic in Greater Orlando

In this festive season, an array of holiday events awaits your presence. From vibrant festivals and enchanting light displays to delectable seasonal treats, musical performances, and shopping opportunities, the perfect celebration awaits. Remember to note these dates on your calendar, secure your tickets, or reserve your seat to partake in these upcoming events with your loved ones, embracing the warmth of the coziest time of the year.

Now Thru Dec 22 (Select Nights) | Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, Magic Kingdom Park | Celebrate the Holidays with Mickey, Minnie and friends with specialty treats, character meet and greets and snow on Main Street.

Thru Dec 16 (Select Dates) | A Swingin' Christmas: The Holiday Music of Tony Bennett, The Winter Park Playhouse | Revel in the enchanting melodies that capture the essence of the holidays in a swingin' celebration.

Now Thru - Dec 20 (Select Nights | Disney Jollywood Nights, Hollywood Studios, NEW for 2023, this event celebrates all things old Hollywood holidays including special characters, music and the Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! Nighttime show.

Now Thru - Jan 2 (Daily) | SeaWorld's Christmas Celebration, SeaWorld Orlando | Enjoy dazzling light displays, captivating live performances, ice-skating and tons of holiday cheer.

Now Thru - Jan 6 (Daily) | Dazzling Nights 2023, Harry P. Leu Gardens | Immerse yourself in thousands of lights in displays blanketing the gardens including a 70' long light tunnel.

Now Thru - Jan 5 | The Enchanted Tree Forest, Victory Pointe Clermont | Walk through 50 locally decorated trees alongside the trail in Victory Pointe in Clermont.

Nov 24 - Dec 30 (Daily) | EPCOT Intl. Festival of the Holidays, EPCOT | Celebrate the holidays around the world with storytelling, food and the popular cookie trail.

Nov 24 - Dec 31 (Select Dates) | Holidays at Legoland presented by Hallmark Channel, Legoland | Bring the kiddos (and kids at heart) to this special event for holiday fun including letters to Santa, LEGO Christmas Tree, character experiences and treats along the way!

Nov 24 - Dec 23 (Select Dates) | Moonshine & Mistletoe: An Appalachian Christmas Tale, Garden Theatre, Winter
Garden | Join a hometown Appalachian Christmas with the Ballard family.

Nov 27 - Dec 29 (Select Nights) | Now Snowing, Celebration Town Center | Yes, it does snow in Florida! Come to downtown Celebration for a fun-filled evening of snow, food, and even ice-skating.

Nov 30 | Christmas in the Park, The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art | Musical entertainment with the Bach Festvial Choir & Brass Ensemble with rare Tiffany window display.

Dec 1 - Jan 7 | Tis the Season Events, Downtown Winter Garden | A multitude of holiday events will be held through December and early January including parades, light shows, music, carriage tours and so much more!

Dec 1, 2 & 8 | Clermont Holiday Events, Downtown Clermont | Join together in Clermont for seasonal fun including The Enchanted Tree Forest, Letters to Santa, Annual Tree lighting, parade, food, and fun!

Dec 2 | 71st Annual Winter Park Christmas Parade, Winter Park Chamber of Commerce | View this cherished Central Florida tradition for over 65 years, featuring over 80 participating organizations, including marching bands, and the jolly presence of Santa Claus.

Dec 3 | 8th Annual Light Up SoDo, SoDo Shopping Center | Grab friends, family and your furry friends for a maker's market, bounce houses, facepainting, and yummy food!

Dec 7 - 23 | Oh, What Fun® Holiday Festival, Lake Nona Town Center | Experience the enchantment as Lake Nona Town Center becomes Peppermint Square, featuring a calendar brimming with festive celebrations and events.

Dec 8 - 24 (Select Dates) | The Nutcracker, Dr. Phillips Center | The Orlando Ballet presents the holiday story of The Nutcracker.

Dec 9 | Jolly Jamboree & Tree Lighting, City of Ocoee | Head to Ocoee for their annual tree lighting, kids activities, Santa village and more!

Dec 9 | Holiday Pops: Orlando Philharmonic, Apopka Amphitheater | This free event features the holidays sounds of the Orlando Philharmonic. Enjoy the Artisan Night Market for art, food and fun!

Dec 13 | Pentatonix: The Most Wonderful Tour of the Year, Amway Center | Harmonize together with the amazing a cappella group as they sing some of the most popular Christmas tunes.

Dec 15 - 30 (Daily) | Holidays in Space 2023, Kennedy Space Center | The Space Center has a holiday overlay including a 50 ft tree with over 60,000 pixels of light.

Dec 17 | Milk Market Holiday Market, Milkhouse | Choose meaningful, locally crafted gifts over chain store at the event of the year! With 200+ local artists and vendors, find the perfect, unique gifts for everyone on your list. 

Dec 22 | Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve, Amway Center | As Dwight from The Office says, "This is Christmas!" Powerful holiday classics played by the talented Trans-Siberian Orchestra.

Orlando continually proves to be an extraordinary destination during the holiday season. Take a moment to savor a cup of hot cocoa and make arrangements to immerse yourself in these festive opportunities. Embrace the spirit of the season as you partake in the unique offerings that make this time in Orlando truly special.

What's your favorite way to celebrate? Share below in the comments!