Last updated: November 11, 2024
Discover the festive spirit of Oviedo with our ultimate guide. From Oviedo locals to global travelers, our guide is your key to unlocking holiday magic.
One popular attraction this season is the ICE Winter Wonderland at Gaylord Palms, where visitors can explore stunning ice sculptures and experience enchanting winter-themed activities. Light Up the Holidays showcases a dazzling display of lights that transforms the landscape into a vibrant holiday scene. And don't forget the SeaWorld Christmas Celebration, where you can enjoy festive shows and the joyful atmosphere created by seasonal entertainment. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Oviedo Holiday Light Displays
Holiday in the Park
The City of Lake Mary's Holiday in the Park features a beautiful holiday tree lighting, thousands of twinkling lights, and a dancing light show in Central Park. The event includes a visit from Santa Claus, a synthetic ice rink, and various food trucks. The park is decorated with lights on all trees, including a big Christmas tree in front of City Hall. Every 30 minutes, a light show dances to music, making it a fun family night out.
Light Up the Holidays
Cranes Roost Park in Altamonte Springs comes alive with 200,000 lights and a 60-foot tree decorated with thousands of ornaments and garland. Enjoy live music, entertainment, fireworks, train rides, and visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Light Up Central Winds
Drive through Central Winds Park to view holiday lights displayed by the City and local businesses and organizations.
Mount Dora Lighted Boat Parade
The Mount Dora Lighted Boat Christmas Parade features local boat owners competing for best light show display and originality, with a theme of "Florida Christmas." The event takes place on Lake Dora and can be viewed from the Mount Dora shoreline.
Frosty's Winter Wonderland
A vibrant celebration featuring festive lights, interactive displays, and activities for families. Attendees can wander through charming displays, take photos with holiday characters, and enjoy seasonal treats as they soak in the community spirit of the season. Fun for all ages, it's a great way to embrace the joys of winter.
Oviedo Holiday Markets and Shopping
Oviedo Farmers Market
The Oviedo Farmers Market is an all-volunteer local event run by the Oviedo Historical Society, featuring fresh fruits, vegetables, plants, herbs, and spices. It offers a variety of local vendors selling handmade goods, health and wellness products, and pet-friendly items.
Oviedo Holiday Shows and Entertainment
ICE Winter Wonderland at Gaylord Palms
ICE Winter Wonderland at Gaylord Palms features larger-than-life ice sculptures carved from 2 million pounds of ice, including scenes from the Christmas film Elf, two-story-tall ice slides, and a live ice carving demonstration.
SeaWorld Christmas Celebration
SeaWorld Orlando transforms into a vibrant holiday destination with millions of sparkling lights, live shows, ice skating, and festive food. Meet beloved characters like Santa and Rudolph, and enjoy special holiday shopping opportunities.
Oviedo Other Holiday Activities
Winter Wonderland Parade
The Winter Wonderland Parade in Winter Springs, FL, features a 41st annual Holiday Parade showcasing local talent and businesses, along with the annual tree lighting ceremony and a visit from Santa Claus.
Christmas Parade
The Holiday Parade in Oviedo, FL, features a festive procession along Oviedo Boulevard and Center Lake Lane, with food trucks and vendors available starting at 5 PM. The parade route starts at the Gym and Aquatic Center and ends at City Plaza.
Winterfest
Winterfest in Oviedo, FL, features a variety of activities including giant Santa bounce houses, the world's largest rocking horse, toboggan tunnels, snow slides, face painting, temporary tattoos, bingo, wreath decorating, and photo booths. The event also includes a swan boat ride and visits from Santa and the Grinch.
Celebrate the Season Event
Celebrate the Season is a holiday street party in Downtown Historic Longwood featuring live music, dance performances, a snow maze, giant slides, train rides, and food available for purchase, culminating in a laser light show.
Boys Town Central Florida’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Festival
Join Boys Town Central Florida for their annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Festival at the Demetree Campus. Enjoy a new Kids Zone with snow, community restaurant partners serving small plates, and much more. This free event is open to the public.
Deck the Mall: Ugly Sweater Party
Join in the holiday fun at Crayola Experience Orlando with animatronic Christmas characters, a life-sized snowglobe, and a seasonal scavenger hunt. Craft handmade gifts and enjoy live entertainment, holiday treats, and a Magical Circus Adventure inspired by the POMP, SNOW, CIRQUEumstance book series.
Winter Park Christmas Parade
The 72nd Annual Winter Park Ye Olde Hometown Christmas Parade is a long-standing holiday tradition featuring over 80 participating organizations, including marching bands, local police and fire departments, scouting groups, and Santa Claus. The parade travels down Park Avenue, starting at Cole Avenue and ending at Lyman Avenue.
Celebration Town Center Holiday Events
Celebration Town Center transforms into a vibrant holiday destination with festive events, including the towering Christmas tree, visits with Santa, an ice-skating rink, and fake snow. Enjoy dining at local restaurants and shopping at unique boutiques while soaking in the holiday atmosphere.
Oviedo Gift Guide 2024
