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Dazzling Holiday Light Displays and Light Up Events in Orlando

Updated: Dec 26, 2023

Welcome to the Gotta Go Orlando Guide to all the Christmas Light Displays and Holiday Light Up Events in Orlando.


Christmas Light Displays and Holiday Light Up Events in Orlando

Holiday Season Light Shows in Orlando


 Holiday Lights at Island H20 Water Park

Holiday Lights at Island H20 Water Park
November 8 - December 31, 2023

Island H20 Water Park has revealed that Holiday Nights, an exciting new island-themed holiday light spectacular will take place select nights at the Kissimmee water park from November 8 to December 31.


This sparkling new event will feature countless twinkling lights, enchanting displays, live entertainment, and delightful treats, all while supporting a charitable cause.

Visitors can look forward to hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights, themed displays, unique photo spots, live entertainment, and tantalizingly themed treats and gifts, all which will transform Island H2O Water Park into an extravaganza for the whole family.


Tickets are available for purchase from Nov. 1 at Islando H2O Water Par for $34.99 per adult / $29.99 per child with a portion of proceeds supporting Kissimmee's Give Kids The World Village.


Christmas & Holiday Events Happening In Orlando DAZZLING LIGHTS AT LEU GARDENS

Dazzling Lights at Leu Gardens
November 17, 2023 - January 6, 2024

Produced by Creative City Project, Dazzling Nights is back for its third year — and this time, it will be bigger and even more interactive.


The all-ages holiday event transforms the 50-acre Harry P. Leu Gardens into a stunning winter wonderland featuring a million dazzling lights, shining forests, magical displays, music and beautiful sculptures.


Highlights include a 70' long candy cane path, giant neon flowers, a brand new laser light show with live singers, meet and greet characters in an icy world, a giant, inflatable play area with a chimney slide, and so much more!



Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild
November 17, 2023 - January 14, 2024

Experience Central Florida Zoo like you’ve never seen it before! See different, hand-constructed, larger-than-life illuminated lantern displays around the Zoo on a 3/4 mile path. Celebrate the art, beauty and wonder of traditional Asian lantern festivals.


Christmas & Holiday Events Happening In Orlando MAGIC OF LIGHTS DAYTONA

Magic of Lights Daytona
November 17 - December 31, 2023

This holiday season, Daytona International Speedway will transform into a winter wonderland during the Magic of Lights. Featuring more than 1 million lights, the holiday drive-thru tradition takes place in Daytona Beach on Florida’s east coast.


St. Augustine Nights of Lights

St. Augustine Nights of Lights
November 18, 2023 - January 31, 2024

The Nights of Lights Festival turns the city of St. Augustine into a dazzling holiday display, shining bright with more than 3 million lights adorning every corner of the historic district for two months.


During the seasonal display, businesses downtown stay open later, letting you dine in view of the lights and browse the shops of the decorated buildings.


Cranes Roost Park Light Up the Holidays

Cranes Roost Park Light Up the Holidays
November 23, 2023 – January 1, 2024

The City of Altamonte Springs and Duke Energy celebrate the tradition of lighting up Cranes Roost Park with live music, entertainment, fireworks, train rides, along with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Watch as the park comes alive with spectacular holiday displays featuring 200,000 lights and a 60-foot tree decorated with thousands of ornaments and garland.


Christmas & Holiday Events Happening In Orlando WONDERLAND OF LIGHTS

Wonderland of Lights and Santa’s Village
December 1 - December 30, 2023

Make this holiday magical with a visit to The Wonderland of Lights & America’s Christmas Village at International Market World in Auburndale.

The Wonderland of Lights features hundreds of displays to delight the entire family! Santa’s helpers, with patriotic spirit, have been working hard decking the halls for you and your family. There are so many enchanting experiences to choose from for a jolly good time.


The DeLand Christmas Light Show

The DeLand Christmas Light Show
December 3 through December 31, 2023

Presented by Stetson Baptist Church. With almost 10,000 LED lights and over 2,100 individual lighting channels, The DeLand Christmas Light Show is an event you won’t want to miss!


Winter Wonderland Of Lights Winter Springs
Winter Wonderland Of Lights
December 3, 8, 9, 10, 2023

The holiday celebration continues with one of Winter Springs newest holiday traditions.

Drive through Central Winds Park and view holiday lights for free by the City and local businesses and organizations.



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