Spooky Season and Fun Halloween Events in Orlando For Families (Besides Trick or Treating)
Have a spooky family fun day without the trick or treating at these Halloween events for kids in Orlando.
Holidays
All the major holidays in the Orlando area are right here. Celebrate fall and Halloween, Christmas, Hannukah, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and more.
The Best Family Friendly Fall Events in Orlando
It’s fall, y’all! Things are slightly cooler outside, and Halloween and Fall start early in Orlando. Our favorite fall festivals for families in Orlando will help put you into the spirit of the season. Get ready to inhale as much pumpkin spice as you can get your hands…
Halloween at Walt Disney World: Everything Parents Need to Know About Spooky Season at Disney
The Halloween festivities at Walt Disney World kick off on August 19, running into November 4, 2025. While there are ticketed events like Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Halloween character dining at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, there are also plenty of budget-friendly ways to check out Halloween at Walt Disney…
What to Expect at Gators, Ghosts, and Goblins Gatorland Halloween Event – Family Friendly Haunts
With its exciting alligator exhibits, splash pad, and line-up of educational shows, Gatorland is a hidden gem in Central Florida that’s worth visiting with your family any time of year. For the sixth year in a row, Gatorland is throwing in a little something extra for families who want…
A Standing Ovation for the Sculptors of ICE! at Gaylord Palms
Before the ice slides, before the sparkling lights and the chilly 9-degree air, there are the artisans. Forty talented ice carvers from Harbin, China, spend weeks transforming 2 million pounds of ice into the colorful wonderland known as ICE! at Gaylord Palms. It’s part of the marvelous Christmas at…
What Families Can Expect at ILLUMINATE, the New Lantern Festival at Aquatica Orlando
Aquatica Orlando is about to glow in a whole new way. The water park that families know for its colorful slides and tropical fun will transform at night into ILLUMINATE – A Lantern Festival at Aquatica Orlando. During this holiday season a brand-new holiday experience debuts November 8, 2025,…
The Best Fall Fun and Halloween Activities in Orlando for Toddlers
If your little one is still in the “cute and cuddly” stage, you don’t want jump scares or late-night thrills. Instead, you want pumpkins, friendly characters, and daytime fun. We’ve rounded up the best toddler-approved Halloween and fall experiences in Central Florida, focusing on events that are open on…
Holidays and Christmas at Walt Disney World 2025 News: What Parents Need to Know
There’s just one time of year where “snow” fills the streets of Walt Disney World (WDW), Mickey Mouse parades through Magic Kingdom with a troop of toy soldiers, and singers fill EPCOT with holiday carols recited by candlelight. The holidays and Christmas at WDW are truly among the merriest…
Orlando Restaurants for Easy Thanksgiving Dinner To Go and Sides
Many of our local restaurants are again offering special Thanksgiving dinner to-go family meals for a relaxing holiday at home. Check out our favorite picks for Thanksgiving dinner to go and takeout. Kick up your feet and enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal together without the work. And if you…
7 Orlando Haunted Houses That Are Okay for Kids (Tweens and Teens)
Some kids just enjoy the thrill of being scared. That’s not a bad thing, but as parents, we have to make sure we’re letting our kids experience the thrill in a safe and age-appropriate environment. To help you get the most out of the spookiest time of year, we’re…
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