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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.

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

a family of 3 poses in front of a christmas tree during Festival of Trees Orlando Museum of Art
Festival of Trees Orlando Museum of Art image by Dani Meyering

CHRISTMAS TREE STROLL AT DISNEY SPRINGS

November 9, 2024 through January 2, 2025 (official dates TBA)

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.

nightmare before christmas themed christmas tree
Nightmare Before Christmas Tree at Disney Springs image by Dani Meyering

Casselberry Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony + Holiday Lights

Lights and decorations mid-November through December 26, 2024 beginning at dusk
Tree lighting Saturday, December 7, 2024
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

Lake Concord Casselberry Christmas Lights and Play Structure at night
Lake Concord Casselberry Christmas Lights image by Dani Meyering

Holiday Light Displays + Fountain Show At Cranes Roost Park

Friday, Nov. 29, 2024 – Jan. 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.

Elf-and-Presents-Christmas-Lights-at-Cranes-Roost-Park-Altamonte-Springs-image-by-Dani-Meyering
Christmas Lights at Cranes Roost Park image by Dani Meyering

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

The Enchanted Tree Forest – Clermont

Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 – Jan. 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

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

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

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

Wekiva Island Winter Wonderland Christmas Trees at night
Wekiva Island Winter Wonderland Christmas Trees image from Wekiva Island

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.

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

LIGHTS AT LAKE EOLA

On or around December 1 – January 6 (2024 Details TBA)
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: Honor by Lights moves to Eola House! (2024 DATES TBA)

Winter Wonderland of Lights (Drive-thru)

2024 TBA
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

a white car drives through arches of christmas lights
Winter Springs Drive Through Christmas Lights from httpswwwwinterspringsflorg

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

Nov. 23, 2024 – Sunday, Jan. 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

St. Augustine Nights of Lights Tours - @oldtowntrolley
St Augustine Nights of Lights Tours oldtowntrolley

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 13th – 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.

Rocket Tree Trail Sponsored by L3Harris®

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!

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.

The Fye’s Crazy Christmas House
2024 TBA
Located in Deer Run in Casselberry, this family home goes all out to celebrate the season. Located at 407 Eagle Circle, Casselberry.

Johanessen Lights
2024 TBA
Thursday – Sunday, starting December 7th from 6-10pm and December 26-31. *CLOSED Christmas Eve & Christmas Day
Winter Park
Park at the corner of Goldenrod & Georgeann and walk over to enjoy this popular neighborhood display.
FREE

Bivona Christmas Light Show
2024 TBA
1601 N Wind Ct, Winter Springs, FL
Tune in to 91.3FM and enjoy this neighborhood holiday lights display synchronized to music.
FREE

Lights on Topsail Hill Street
2024 TBA
Usually starts around December 10, around 7pm
2606 Topsail Hill Street, Orlando, FL,
This coordinated light show will surely delight the whole family. The show runs until 11 PM. Don’t forget to tune your car radio to 89.7 FM to get the full experience.

Other Festive Locations to Add to Your List

  • 6877 Tamarind Cir, Orlando
  • 14290 Southern Red Maple Dr, Orlando 
  • 1442 Carrington Ct, Winter Springs
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Dani Meyering
Born and raised in the land of sunshine and dreams come true, Dani is a proud Orlando native. She loves sharing her hometown with others from the theme parks to Florida's natural beauty. With over 15 years of experience, Dani is thrilled to serve as our Managing Editor at Orlando Date Night Guide, Orlando Parenting, as well as Tampa Bay Date Night Guide.