What’s Happening in Orlando This Weekend for Kids – Events and More!

There is never a dull moment in Orlando! Many Christmas light displays are starting to show up and Santa is in Orlando ready for meet and greet

You may be looking for family-friendly events in Orlando and things to do this weekend, and we’re sharing it all. Let’s go!

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Christmas Celebration at SeaWorld Orlando

Now until January 5
SeaWorld Orlando

SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration runs now until January 5, turning the park into a festive wonderland with millions of lights, holiday décor, and music. Guests enjoy shows like the award-winning Winter Wonderland on Ice and O Wondrous Night, meet Santa, Rudolph, and watch the Sesame Street Christmas Parade. New experiences include Mrs. Claus’ Magic Kitchen Presented by Undeniably Dairy. Each evening concludes with Holiday Reflections: Firework Finale, all included with park admission.

Family-Friendly Kids’ Events in Orlando This Week (November 24 – 30, 2025)

Friendsgiving with Bluey & Bingo

• Dates: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, November 24, 25, 26, 2025
• Location: Millie Moo’s, 4085 LB McLeod Rd, Orlando, FL 32811
• Cost: Included in weekday play

Celebrate amazing friends with special guests Bluey and Bingo stopping by in morning play sessions! On November 24, hang with Bluey and Bingo, November 25, Bingo only, and November 26, Bluey only.

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Movies Under the Stars: K-Pop Demon Hunters

• Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 6pm
• Location: Lamp & Shade Craft Kitchen and Cocktails, 1336 N Mills Ave, Orlando, Florida 32803
• Cost: FREE

Get ready for a fun night under the lights! Bring the fam, grab a bite, and enjoy Movies Under the Stars: Family Edition—action-packed, cozy, and perfect for a Tuesday night.

Fall Family Karaoke Party

• Date: Friday, November 28, 2025, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
• Location: Children’s Planet, 4401 S Orange Ave #120, Orlando, FL 32806
• Cost: $15

Get ready to sing, dance, and smile! Enjoy karaoke, open play, music, lights, and family fun. Grippy socks are required.

Hop on the Main Street Merry Mobile

• Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
• Location: Continuous North & South routes connecting all 12 Orlando districts
• Cost: FREE festive shuttle

Hop on the Main Street Merry Mobile this Small Business Saturday! Orlando’s 12 Main Street Districts are teaming up for a citywide celebration of local shopping and holiday cheer — and you’re invited to ride along. Shop in one neighborhood, grab a bite in another, and discover somewhere new — all without the stress of parking. Stay tuned for route stops and district happenings so you can plan your perfect day out.

SeaWorld Orlando Christmas Celebration

• Dates: Now through January 5, 2026 (select dates)
• Location: SeaWorld Orlando
• Cost: Included with park admission

This family-friendly holiday event transforms SeaWorld into a winter wonderland with millions of sparkling lights, festive shows, and themed zones like Rudolph’s Christmas Town. Families can meet Santa, see live entertainment such as Clyde & Seamore’s Countdown to Christmas, and enjoy seasonal food and drinks while soaking in the cheerful atmosphere.

ICE! Featuring Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™

• Dates: Now through January 7, 2026
• Location: Gaylord Palms Resort, Kissimmee, FL
• Cost: Tickets start at $26

For the very first time, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™ will be featured at Gaylord Palms Resort in 2 million pounds of intricately carved ice sculptures in ICE!, the resort’s signature holiday attraction. Strike a pose with Santa and Rudolph in one of the longest ice carvings measuring over 32 feet long, crawl into whimsical photo setups, or become one of the misfit toys in this winter wonderland made for memory-making. Experience the splendor of the holiday season at Gaylord Palms.

Family-Friendly Kids’ Events in Orlando Next Week (December 1 – 7, 2025)

Winter Family Day + Winter Art Workshop

• Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
• Location: Art & History Museums of Maitland, 231 W Packwood Ave, Maitland, FL 32751
• Cost: FREE

Celebrate winter with the whole family and use your imagination to create mini winter wonderlands with clay. Explore snowy craft stations, face painting, a winter-themed scavenger hunt, and free admission to the museums!

Fall Fling

• Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• Location: Rollins Museum of Art, 1000 Holt Ave – 2765, Winter Park, FL 32789
• Cost: FREE

Fall Fling is a FREE family day at Rollins Museum of Art that encourages hands-on art engagement for all ages. Filled with indoor and outdoor arts activities, story time, tours, demonstrations, and more, stroll through the galleries and create art together. Plus, view Mr. Rogers’ iconic sweater and shoes at the museum. All events are open to the public, no reservations required.

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Christmas at the Farm

• Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025, 3:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
• Location: Double C Bar Ranch Blueberries, 4200 N Canoe Creek Rd, Kenansville, FL 34739
• Cost: $12 admission, children 2 and under free

It’s Christmas at the Farm! Enjoy ranch burgers, curly fries, hot chocolate, and get a photo with a Brahman calf! Plus, visit Santa, enjoy live music, make crafts, and bring a camp chair to watch ‘The Santa Clause’ at dusk.

Burrow Bazaar Holiday Market

• Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
• Location: The Burrow Cafe and Play, 618 N Mills Ave, Orlando, FL 32803
• Cost: FREE admission

Enjoy a family-friendly market featuring local vendors and food trucks, holiday crafts in Santa’s Workshop, a snow zone with sensory play, games, and more! Plus, FREE face paint and fairy hair, a scavenger hunt, cozy holiday coffees, teas and cocktails.

Breakfast with Santa

• Dates: December 15 & 16, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., December 20, 2025, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
• Location: Millie Moo’s, 4085 LB McLeod Rd, Orlando, FL 32811
• Cost: Starting at $35

Take pictures with Santa on Candy Cane Lane, and enjoy snow flurries and snowball fun. Each reservation is for 1 child & 1 adult. Add another adult for just $10, which includes breakfast (pay at check-in).

Decorate a Gingerbread House

• Dates: Thursday, December 18 & 23, 2025, 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
• Location: Millie Moo’s, 4085 LB McLeod Rd, Orlando, FL 32811
• Cost: Starting at $25

Enjoy a fun-filled Christmas play session where you can decorate your own gingerbread house to take home. All supplies are included, as well as a traditional British Christmas cracker at your table setting.

Holiday Afternoon Tea

• Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025, Seatings at 10am & 12:30pm
• Location: Infusion Tea, 1600 Edgewater Dr, Orlando, FL 32804
• Cost: Starting at $49 per person (+$5 to make it gluten free + vegan, +$12 for bottomless mimosas dine-in only)

Enjoy a pot of tea: Spiced Christmas Black, Cinnamon Bun Herbal, or a pitcher of iced Hibiscus Berry if you’re feeling Florida festive. Enjoy fresh-baked scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam, Sugar Plum Fairy Cake, a lineup of finger sandwiches, plus petit fours and French macarons. Reserve your spot online.

Park Maitland School – January Open Houses

• Dates: Friday, January 16, 2026, at 9 a.m. and Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 8 a.m. & 12 p.m.
• Location: Campuses in Winter Park and Maitland

Discover how Park Maitland School blends academic rigor, timeless tradition, and innovative learning to shape confident, capable leaders. For nearly 60 years, the community has inspired students through exceptional academics, character development, and personal attention from deeply experienced teachers. Experience a January Open House and see why families trust Park Maitland School to prepare children ages 12 months-8th grade for each stage in their educational journey with confidence and purpose.  

The Wiggles: Tree of Wisdom Spectacular!

• Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 6 p.m.
• Location: Hard Rock Live Orlando
• Cost: Starting at $57.20

Get ready to sing, dance & wiggle in this high-energy musical extravaganza! Tickets are on sale now.

Ongoing Orlando Events for Kids

Free Day & Story Time

• Dates: 1st Monday of the month from 9am to 5pm
• Location: Leu Gardens, 1920 North Forest Avenue, Orlando, FL 32803
• Cost: FREE

Cuddle up inside to enjoy story time and songs with librarians. Then, spend the whole day (free admission) strolling (with your stroller or otherwise) the lush grounds. Your little one will be tickled pink amidst the greenery.

Toddler Tuesdays

• Dates: Weekly, from 10am to 12pm
• Location: Crayola Experience Orlando, 8001 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL
• Cost: Included with General Admission

Enjoy special Toddler Crafts and Activities once a month with an interactive book reading, a special character appearance, and more. Try out some of Crayola’s hottest products designed for the little ones at Outside the Box, get creative with toddler crafts and coloring pages, and get ready for a special meet and greet with the Chick-fil-A cow from 10:30am-11:00am! This is the perfect place for the little ones to burn off some energy!

Storytime at the Orlando Executive Airport

• Dates: 1st Tuesday of the month at 10:30am
• Location: Orlando Executive Airport, 365 Rickenbacker Dr, Orlando, FL 32803
• Cost: FREE

Check out Storytime at the Orlando Executive Airport for stories and songs to encourage your child to read, talk, sing, and play! Recommended for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Storytime is at 10:30 a.m. on the first Tuesday of every month and lasts approx. 30 minutes. It is held in the conference room at the “Orlando Executive Airport Administration Offices” building. Library staff will be present to help guide the way.

2nd Fridays at Flamingo Crossings Town Center: Holiday Edition

• Dates: 2nd Friday of the month, from 6pm to 9pm
• Location: Flamingo Crossings Town Center, 153 Sugar Belle Dr, Winter Garden, FL 34787 (closest to Lime Fresh Mexican Grill)
• Cost: FREE admission

Holiday Edition is back on December 12th! Featuring snow on Main Street, brand-new holiday lighting, holiday crafts & ornament making, decorating the community tree, DJ Bubbles playing holiday classics, yard games, samples, and giveaways. Plus, grab a bite from the many restaurants on-site.

Parents Night Out

• Dates: Through December 19, 2025
• Location: YMCA, multiple locations
• Cost: $25 for members, $40 for non-members

Drop the kids off at the Y for a fun evening while you enjoy some time to yourself! They’ll enjoy themed activities, games, crafts, and a kid-appropriate movie—plus pizza for dinner.

Pay Once & Visit Twice

• Dates: Through December 31, 2025
• Location: Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

With the Pay Once, Visit Twice deal, you purchase once (at a wildly good discount!) and get to visit the Zoo two times on the dates of your choosing before the end of the year. Two days of unforgettable Zoo adventure – because once just isn’t enough! Available online only. Valid for two visits through December 31, 2025.

FREE Junior Space Explorer Pass

• Dates: Through December 31, 2025
• Location: Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
• Cost: FREE

Kids ages five and under can enjoy complimentary admission to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in 2025 with the Junior Space Explorer Pass. Available only to Florida residents, the pass grants children complimentary admission to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex through December 31, 2025. registration is only available through the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex website and must be completed by February 24, 2025.

Drew Thomas Magic

• Dates: Every Weekend Through December 31, 2025, 7pm & 9pm Showtimes
• Location: Grande Lakes Orlando
• Cost: General Admission from: $49.99, plus VIP and Front Row with Meet & Greet options.

Presented by acclaimed magician and America’s Got Talent finalist, Drew Thomas and his award-winning colleagues. This luxury VIP experience puts you right at the heart of breathtaking illusions, bringing the impossible to life just inches away.

Resources to Explore

The Early Learning Coalition of Orange County

The ELC of Orange Co. is committed to ensuring that every child in the community has equal access to high-quality early learning programs by supporting those who help children grow and develop. We connect families and preschool programs with resources to provide the best possible start for children. From finding childcare, resources on school readiness and VPK, to financial assistance, call 407-841-6607 for more information.

Even more ideas and events in Orlando this week can be found at OrlandoDateNightGuide.com.