Where to Find Orlando's Best Holiday and Christmas Lights 2024

Nov 06, 2024

Can you believe it? The Christmas and Holiday Events season in Orlando, is nearly here! Very soon it will be time for friendly gatherings, Christmas movies, and festive tunes. Best of all, we get to enjoy the area's holiday lights and decor. Here's a guide to finding some of the best of Orlando's holiday and Christmas lights displays.

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December 5-7, 12-13, and 19-22, 2024Tours available at 7pm, 7:30pm, & 8pm

Savor the magic of 1.6 million glimmering lights covering the iconic GKTW venues, have fun taking holiday photos with special backdrops, and enjoy the exclusive behind-the-scenes stories that go along with each unique area. And how about adding in GKTW villas decorated by the incredible Village partners?

This year's event features:

Tickets are $85 per person. All proceeds will benefit Give Kids The World. Please note, this tour entails 90 minutes of walking and storytelling, and may not be suitable for young children.

November 15, 2024 – January 4, 2025, 6:30 p.m., 8 p.m., and 9:15 p.m.Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention CenterExperience the magic of caroling door to door without moving a muscle in this spectacular holiday light show. Thousands of glowing lights and a custom score create a unique journey through past holiday celebrations. From swinging '20s jazz and the doo-wop of the ‘50s to the funky disco beats and rock and roll riffs of the ‘60s and ‘70s, your favorite Christmas carols come to life. Enjoy a high-energy sing-along finale and making memories that glow beyond the holidays!FREE; additional Christmas at Gaylord Palms activities and parking prices vary

Dazzling Nights Presented by AdventHealthSelect nights November 29, 2024 – January 5, 2025Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Avenue, Orlando, FL 32803

Back for its fifth year and bigger and more interactive than ever – Orlando’s 50-acre Harry P. Leu Gardens transforms once again into a stunning winter wonderland featuring a million dazzling lights, shining forests, magical displays, music and beautiful sculptures during “Dazzling Nights” – a family-friendly adventure that gives guests the opportunity to embark on an unforgettable, interactive holiday experience.

This year’s favorite annual tradition features the return of popular immersive environments, plus, a brand-new, large-scale light show. Elements include

Tree lighting: November 22, 2024, 6pmHoliday tree on display through January 1, 2025ICON Park on International DriveKick off 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! Children participating in The Santa Workshop Experience will receive a FREE ticket to ride the Wheel at ICON Park. The Holiday Tree will be present for viewing at ICON Park through New Year’s Day.FREE

December 1 – 25, 2024Wekiva IslandNightly snow flurries plus extra entertainment and activities are offered on select days and evenings, including outdoor movies and visits from Santa Claus. While Wekiva Island does not have a ton of Orlando holiday lights, it is still so much fun. And it is a true Florida experience. Last year a 20 feet tall Christmas tree was added to the Christmas Tree Forest.*Note: a $5 admission fee applies

December 7, 8, 14, 15 21, & 22, 2024, 6-9pmWinter Garden City HallEnjoy a very merry light show at Winter Garden’s City Hall. Plus, there will be a Winter Wonderland area for children at City Hall on the nights of the light show. The entire downtown Winter Garden area will be festive and decorated.

December 20 – 30, 2024KENNEDY SPACE CENTER VISITOR COMPLEX

Starflake's Holiday Voyage returns this year for Holidays in Space! From December 20 – 30, 2024, 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.

Don’t forget! Festive holiday décor takes over the visitor complex throughout the entire month of December. The favorite 50-foot tree with more than 61,000 pixels of light returns this year, the expanded Rocket Tree Trail, six-foot-tall astronaut nutcrackers, the NASA meatball-turned-holiday ornament and so much more.

Tree lighting Saturday, December 7, 2024Lights and decorations are usually visible by mid-November through December 31stLake Concord Park, CasselberryStroll through Lake Concord Park to enjoy charming vignettes of holiday displays and brilliant lights. This small community park is perfect for a simple evening of enjoying light displays and a lakeside park.FREE

November 29, 2024 – Janunary 3, 2025Light Up the Holidays Event on Saturday, December 7, 20245:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Cranes Roost Park, Altamonte SpringsEnjoy over 200,000 lights on more than 100 holiday displays powered by Duke Energy. The lights are turned on each night at dusk. Be sure to check the City of Altamonte's calendar as some nights have appearances of Santa Claus, snow fairies, and more.FREE

November 29 – December 31, 2024Citrus Tower, ClermontThe Citrus Tower's enchanting light show, a cherished tradition started by the Homan family, is back and brighter than ever! While the light show itself is a gift to the community, for those looking to add a bit more sparkle to their evening, the tower offers rides to the top along with delicious treats like hot cocoa and sugar cookies for purchase.

2024 Details TBARing in the holiday season with Mayor Buddy Dyer at the City of Orlando’s Tree Lighting Celebration. The event will include holiday performances at the Walt Disney Amphitheater, food trucks and a holiday market, and an opportunity to meet Santa until 9pm at the Eola House.FREE

2024 Details TBALake Eola Park, OrlandoStrolling along hand in hand to see the Christmas light at Lake Eola is a must! The Eola Wonderland 72–foot Christmas tree dazzles every night with a synchronized light and music show. The iconic Lake Eola fountain displays red, green, and gold lights — a beloved Orlando tradition. Definitely tops the list of best Orlando holiday lights!

Starts Saturday, November 9, 2024Orlando Science CenterThis small display is not as major as the others on our list, but still, it's worth mentioning. The Dinos In Lights Festive Holiday Show takes place in one exhibit and does not encompass the entire Science Center.

Stan the T-Rex and his fossil friends in DinoDigs are part of a festive display of music and light. Each family-friendly show will run for four minutes.This dazzling light show is included in general admission.

Shows begin every 30 minutes between 11:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. daily.Included in regular admission to the Science Center, $27.99 for adults, $25.99 for seniors and students, and $20.99 for youth (ages 2 – 11).

Saturday, December 14, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. A favorite annual tradition in historic downtown Sanford returns! This parade is special since it is held at night and most parade floats are illuminated. Grab an early dinner at one of the many wonderful restaurants or head to one of the breweries for a cup of Christmas cheer after the parade.

Saturday, December 14, 5pmOutriggers Tiki Bar and Grille200 Boat Yard St, New Smyrna Beach, FLSave the date! More info coming soon.

December 20 – 22, 2024Lake ConwayEnjoy THREE NIGHTS of lights on Lake Conway this year!

2024 TBACentral Winds Park, Winter SpringsDrive through Central Winds Park and view holiday lights for free by the City and local businesses and organizations. Please be advised – There is a vehicle height limit for this event. No vehicles above 11 ft. will be permitted. Expect long lines.Motorists are encouraged to use the Tuskawilla Road entrance in the Winter Springs Town Center.FREE

2024 TBALake Eola ParkBack by popular demand, residents and visitors can enjoy a 12-minute, high-tech holiday drone light show to celebrate the season. This one-night only show is not to be missed and will feature a dazzling display of synchronized drones flying in formation to create beautiful holiday-themed designs in the night sky. Show can be viewed from anywhere in Lake Eola Park.

Santa's House by the Bigda'sStarting November 30, nightly 7pm 4314 Shadow Wood Trail, Winter Haven, FLAn amazing dancing Christmas lights display!

The Williams Holiday House2024 TBAOn Oakland Avenue, this house goes all out when decorating for Christmas. Though this is a residential home, visitors are welcome and encouraged to come take a walk through the yard and take in the lights and decorations. Located at 15304 E. Oakland Ave, Winter Garden.

Johanessen Lights2024 TBA. Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Winter ParkPark at the corner of Goldenrod & Georgeann and walk over to enjoy this popular neighborhood display.FREE

Light Up Baldwin ParkBaldwin Park Neighborhood2024 Details TBABaldwin Park has a community-wide Christmas light contest that includes homes, apartments, and local businesses.

Christmas Decorations Near Lee Rd2024 starting date to be announced1901 Mosher Drive in OrlandoA classic Orlando tradition, this home featured homemade wooden decorations.

Cross Christmas2024 TBA4241 N. Econlockhatchee Trail, OrlandoAn oak tree wrapped in more than 80,000 Christmas lights, festive displays choreographed to music, and snow flurries are just a few things visitors will love about the Cross Christmas display. Snow flurries occur every half-hour between 6:30-10pm.

Fye's Crazy Christmas House2024 TBA407 Eagle Circle, CasselberryThis beautiful display contains more than 60,000 lights, a music light show, life-sized nativity scene, a North Pole Village, and a large sleigh for photo ops.

Kissimmee Light Display2024 TBA922 Dartmouth Ct, KissimmeeThis multi-home light display features 100,000 lights synchronized to Disney and Christmas songs. The show alternates between two playlists every other night.

Bivona Christmas Light Show2024 TBA1601 N Wind Ct, Winter Springs, FLTune in to 91.3FM and enjoy this neighborhood holiday lights display synchronized to music.FREE

Lake Nona Lights2024 TBAEast Park Subdivison of Lake Nona (Look for 9800 Old Patina Way – single home)Now celebrating its 12th consecutive year, this home lights display dazzles with lights synchronized to music in an impressive ongoing nightly show. Opening night is Thanksgiving night at 6pm. The show runs nightly from 6-10pm (Sunday through Thursday) and 6-11pm on Fridays and Saturdays.FREE

Lights on Topsail Hill Street2024 TBA2606 Topsail Hill Street, Orlando, FLThis coordinated light show makes for a dazzling date night and it runs until 11 PM. Don’t forget to tune your car radio to 89.7 FM to get the full experience.

Honor by LightsNEW LOCATION: Eola House on Lake Eola (2024 DATES TBA)512 Eola Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32801Monday – Sunday6PM – 10PM

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Here are a few more neighborhoods worth driving/strolling through…

November 23, 2024 – January 26, 2025More than 3 million lights adorning every corner of the historic district for two months around St. Augustine.The trains and trolleys offer special seasonal tours that take you through the best areas, and there are also a variety of specialty tours — everything from walking to electric cart tours, and even tours to see the lights from the water and from the air.FREE – with tours being an additional cost

Millbrook Manor in Viera, FL describes itself as “Sort Merry, Sorta Scary.” They put on quite the display for both Halloween and Christmas. Nightly from 6 – 10pm. Bonus: It is pet friendly!

We're miles from real snow but a few creative locals have crafted a suitable substitute.

Snow Falling Nightly in CelebrationNovember 30, 2024 – December 31, 2024Nightly snowfall hourly from 6- 9pmCelebration Town CenterCelebration Town Center offers “Now Snowing-Celebration’s Winter Wonderland”, a family-friendly holiday experience with some of the best “snow” you can find in Central Florida. Festive music, decorations, and adorable shops make this a great holiday tradition.FREE

Oh, What Fun! Holiday FestivalSelect nights December 6 – 22, 2024Lake Nona Town CenterThis year's winter wonderland features photos with Santa, holiday movies, a Christmas tree lot, live entertainment, special holiday events and more. Nightly snowfall too!

The seasonal magic continues throughout Town Center extending to the Lake Nona Wave Hotel where guests can enjoy seasonal food and drink options at the Fa La La La Bar, accompanied by holiday décor throughout the grounds.FREE Admission

Related: The Most Dazzling Christmas Lights in Tampa Bay and Where to Find the Best Holiday Lights in Tampa Bay. And once the Christmas celebrations are ending, it's time to think about New Year's Eve in Orlando! And New Year's Eve in Tampa Bay!

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