Orlando’s holiday offerings include themed celebrations at its major parks. Disney’s resorts feature seasonal décor, holiday‑themed rides and characters in festive attire. Universal Studios presents a Grinch‑themed experience and a holiday parade. SeaWorld adds Christmas lights, holiday shows such as O Wonderous Night, Winter Wonderland on Ice and Sea of Trees, along with activities with Sesame Street characters.
Beyond the parks, Gaylord Palms hosts an ICE! attraction with two million pounds of ice, large sculptures, frozen slides and an ice tunnel themed around Rudolph the Red‑Nosed Reindeer. Wekiva Island creates a winter‑wonderland setting with snow, festive characters, a holiday market and outdoor movies. The Crayola Experience offers a colorful Christmas with handmade gifts, a painting snowman and a singing light show.
The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens runs the Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild, presented by Publix, from November 14 to January 18. The event features a three‑quarter‑mile illuminated loop with handcrafted lanterns depicting ocean‑inspired landscapes and mythical creatures.
Press release issued by Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens:
https://www.centralfloridazoo.org/things-to-do-in-orlando-for-the-holiday-season/
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