15 Orlando’s Best Christmas Lights and Holiday Decorations
As the festive season approaches, the enchanting glow of twinkling lights transforms Orlando into a magical wonderland. For Orlando families and visitors, the quest for the best Christmas lights displays is an annual tradition. From the heart of the city to charming parks and venues, there’s a kaleidoscope of dazzling displays to see.
Orlando’s Best Christmas Lights
We’re sharing the top 15 Christmas lights and holiday displays in Orlando, with a focus on the best ones for kids and families. To help you plan out this festive time of year, we’ve listed these light displays in chronological order.
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Christmas Lights Events
Annual Festival of Trees
November 16-24, 2024
Orlando Museum of Art
Over 30 designer-inspired decorated trees, stylish holiday wreaths, exceptional gingerbread houses, and more await inside the Festival of Trees.
I have been going to the annual Festival of Trees at the Orlando Museum of Art since I was a young child. I am grateful for many memories across the decades of attending with my mom. It always marked the start of the holiday season in Orlando.
Now I love bringing my son to see all the dazzling displays and decorated trees. It’s also a great place to see Santa Claus in Orlando.
Plus there are holiday pop-up shops, daily entertainment, and lunch available in the on-site holiday café.
Adult: $20, Children (ages 3-12): $12
CHRISTMAS TREE STROLL AT DISNEY SPRINGS
November 9, 2024 through January 2, 2025
This year the Christmas Tree Trail is now a Stroll, with each tree at its own individual location to make social distancing possible. Maps for the Stroll can be obtained at House of Blues, 12 Days of Christmas Store, The Marketplace Co-Op, and The Welcome Center. Each tree is inspired by a Disney character or theme.
Casselberry Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony + Holiday Lights
Tree lighting Saturday, December 7, 2024
Lights and decorations are usually visible by mid-November through December 31st
Lake Concord Park, Casselberry
Stroll 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
The Enchanted Tree Forest – Clermont
November 23, 2024 – January 3, 2025
Victory Pointe in Clermont, FL
The Enchanting tree forest is a free local display of Christmas trees. For kids and families and it is a simple way to experience the joy of being surrounded by decorated trees.
There are 50 trees decorated by local organizations and businesses to view at Victory Pointe. You can walk on the trail to view, or park at the Clermont Boat House and walk over to Victory Pointe.
Check out the trees in the day and nighttime to get the full effect!
FREE
Citrus Tower Holiday Light Show
November 29 – December 31, 2024
The 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.
FREE
Holiday Light Displays + Fountain Show At Cranes Roost Park
November 29, 2024 – January 3, 2025
Light Up the Holidays Event on Saturday, December 7, 2024
5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Enjoy over 200,000 lights on more than 100 holiday displays at Cranes Roost Park in Altamonte Springs. The lights are turned on each night at dusk.
There is also a fountain show nightly at 6, 7, 8 and 9pm. A crowd favorite, the Plaza fountain features special shows with dancing water and dazzling lights choreographed to classic holiday tunes.
FREE
DAZZLING NIGHTS
November 29, 2024 – January 5, 2025
Leu Gardens
A 3/4 mile journey of awe-inspiring light experiences. A million lights that bring Leu Gardens to life.
- Meet-and-greet characters
- 40′ diameter snow dome with swirling snow
- 70′ long candy cane vortex light tunnel
- Walk through a forest with giant, neon flowers
- Laser light show with live singers
- Food and beverage options
- And so much more!
$25 adults / $22 child
WEKIVA ISLAND’S WINTER WONDERLAND
December 1 – 25, 2024
Wekiva Island
Nightly 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
GIVE KIDS THE WORLD HOLIDAY VIP TOURS
December 5-7, 12-13, and 19-22, 2024
Tours 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:
- Exclusive behind-the-scenes storytelling tours.
- Festive dessert party.
- Access to select venues on the iconic Avenue of Angels, illuminated with over 1 million lights.
- Decorated vignettes from Village partners.
- Fun props and holiday photo backdrops.
Tickets are $85 per person. All proceeds will benefit Give Kids The World.
LIGHTS AT LAKE EOLA
December 6, 2024 – January 6, 2025
Lake Eola Park, Orlando
Strolling 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!
FREE
NEW FOR 2024: Experience the magic of the “2811 Clemwood Street Lights,” now at Lake Eola Park(near the Eola House)for Downtown for the Holidays. Originally a beloved neighborhood display, this touching tribute honors lives lost to COVID-19, thanks to the generous donation from former homeowners. Don’t miss this seasonal highlight!
A MERRY WINTER GARDEN LIGHT SHOW AT CITY HALL
December 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, & 22, 2024, 6-9pm
Enjoy 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.
FREE
Winter Wonderland of Lights (Drive-thru)
December 15 – 20, from 7:30 – 9:30pm
Central Winds Park, Winter Springs
Drive 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
DINOS IN LIGHTS FESTIVE HOLIDAY SHOW
Starts Saturday, November 9, 2024
Orlando Science Center
This 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).
MORE: Where to Find Orlando’s Best Holiday and Christmas Lights from OrlandoDateNightGuide.com.
WORTH THE DRIVE – NIGHTS OF LIGHTS IN ST. AUGUSTINE
November 23, 2024 – January 26, 2025
More 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 – 7535 Millbrook Ave, Viera, FL
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!
Bonus Idea – 2024 Holidays in Space
DEC 15, 2024 – DEC 30, 2024
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER VISITOR COMPLEX
Starflake’s Holiday Voyage returns this year for Holidays in Space! From December 15th – 30th, 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.
Festive holiday décor takes over the visitor complex throughout the entire month of December. The new favorite 50-foot tree with more than 61,000 pixels of light returns this year, the all-new Rocket Tree Trail Sponsored by L3Harris®, six-foot-tall astronaut nutcrackers, and more!
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ORLANDO NEIGHBORHOOD CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
Santa’s House by the Bigda’s
November 30, nightly 7pm – 10pm through December 31, 2023
4314 Shadow Wood Trail, Winter Haven, FL
An amazing Christmas lights display!
Bivona Christmas Light Show
Starts December 1, 2024
1601 N Wind Ct, Winter Springs, FL
Tune in to 91.3FM and enjoy this neighborhood holiday lights display synchronized to music.
FREE
Honor by Lights
December 6, 2024 – January 6, 2025
NEW LOCATION: Eola House on Lake Eola
512 Eola Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32801
Monday – Sunday
6PM – 10PM
Light Up Baldwin Park
Baldwin Park Neighborhood
Saturday, December 7
Baldwin Park has a community-wide Christmas light contest that includes homes, apartments, and local businesses.
The Williams Holiday House
2024 TBA
On 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.
Christmas Decorations Near Lee Rd
2024 starting date to be announced
1901 Mosher Drive in Orlando
A classic Orlando tradition, this home featured homemade wooden decorations.
Cross Christmas
2024 TBA
4241 N. Econlockhatchee Trail, Orlando
An 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 House
2024 TBA
407 Eagle Circle, Casselberry
This 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 Display
2024 TBA
922 Dartmouth Ct, Kissimmee
This multi-home light display features 100,000 lights synchronized to Disney and Christmas songs. The show alternates between two playlists every other night.
Lake Nona Lights
2024 TBA
East 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 Street
Usually starts by December 1
2606 Topsail Hill Street, Orlando, FL
This 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.
Johanessen Lights
Not taking place in 2024
The Joanessen Lights group will be producing lights and displays at local events this season.
Other Festive Locations to Add to Your List
- 6877 Tamarind Cir, Orlando
- 14290 Southern Red Maple Dr, Orlando
- 1442 Carrington Ct, Winter Springs
Bonus Idea! The Winter Park Old Fashioned Christmas Cruise
Experience an Orlando holiday tradition with The Winter Park Old Fashioned Christmas Cruise this December! Glide under the stars along the serene lakes and canals of world famous Winter Park while being immersed in the holiday spirit. Each sailing includes Christmas music and caroling, holiday trivia, and a reading of T’was the Night Before Christmas and The Christmas Story.
Tours last approximately 80 minutes. Please check in by 6:15pm at the docks located at 312 East Morse Boulevard in Winter Park for loading. Cruises leave promptly at the scheduled departure time. $35 per person; no discounts, passes or certificates apply due to limited capacity, no refunds after booking.
If you can’t get seats on the date you want, please add your name to the waitlist. If contacted, the tour group will need an immediate yes or no response. Often this is the day before or the day of the available cruise.
