Welcome to your weekend plans, Orlando!
Whether you‘ve finally found the perfect ugly sweater, are on the hunt for colorful Christmas lights or need a good laugh, there is something for everyone with all the things to do in Orlando this weekend!
So throw on your holiday best—
Dress your festive best and get ready for the annual Ugly Sweater Crawl!
With a $15 wristband, you can bauble your way to at least four uniquely decorated bars. Want to get the most out of your evening? Deck out in your best Ugly Sweater for FREE cover. Your wristband also includes 5 welcome shots.
Event Details
🗓 DEC. 11 | 4PM—11:30PM
🎟️ Starting at $15
📍 Swiggs
Follow our advice—
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Press your face up against the reflected windows as you drive through millions of lights.
Immerse yourself in holiday music, blaring from your car radio, programmed in-sync with the light show at Christmas in Color. Weave through colossal candy canes, Santa-fied snowmen, and so many decorative props!
Event Details
🗓 NOW—JAN. 2 | 6PM
🎟️ Starting at $35
📍 Island H2O Water Park
Laugh the holiday stress away—
If you‘re looking for a genuine stress-relieving show, the Milk District Comedy is bringing the best standup comedy together for one night.
With comedy performances and enticing drinks, you can be sure to have an entertaining evening! Featuring hilarious headliners seen from SNL, Comedy Central, Netflix, and Late Night, get your funny fill! Tickets are $10, and the show begins at 8 PM!
Event Details
🗓 DEC. 9 | 8PM—10PM
🎟️ Starting at $10
📍 Barley & Vine Biergarten
Run those holiday cals off—
Get your fitness on, and celebrate with food, drinks, a kids‘ zone, Santa Claus, costume contests, and more at the most festive fun-run.
Proceeds for the 2021 Jingle Bell Run at Baldwin Park go to The Arthritis Foundation.
A ticket for the 5K or 1-mile race comes with a t-shirt, bells, medal, and entry to the festivities. So lace up and get running! The event starts at 7:30 AM, and the race at 8:30 AM!
Event Details
🗓 DEC. 11 | 7:30AM—10:30AM
🎟️ $35 in advance | $40 on day of event
📍 Baldwin Park
Get artsy this weekend–
Whether you’re on the hunt for local handmade goods to decorate your home or are looking to give a unique holiday gift, this all-day market is perfect to find that special piece!
The Orlando Pottery Festival is going to be this Saturday, starting at 10 AM at the FOP Lodge 25! It‘s also free!
Event Details
🗓 DEC. 11 | 10AM—8PM
🎟️ Free
📍 FOP Lodge 25
Stay on budget—
We got you. Here are some events under $10:
Save for the holidays—
Here are FREE events this weekend:
Browse through local vendor booths selling holiday-themed homemade items to give your loved ones this gift-giving season!
🛍️ The Night Market at Avalon Park on Avalon Lake Drive.
🗓 DEC. 9 | 5PM—8PM | 📍 Avalon Lake Drive
🛍️ The Christmas Outdoor Market at Audubon Park Church.
🗓 DEC. 11 | 9AM—2PM | 📍 Audubon Park Church
🛍️ The TPD Holiday Markets at TPD Circle.
🗓 DEC. 9—11 | 6PM | 📍 TPD Circle
🛍️ The Faire of the Dog at Will’s Pub.
🗓 DEC. 12 | 2PM—6PM | 📍 Will‘s Pub
Enjoy a free viewing of The Polar Express at Lake Eola Park. Bring your own blankets, chairs, and snacks!
🗓 DEC. 10 | 7PM—9PM | 📍 Lake Eola Park
Need more free outdoor movie options? See what‘s playing at our Holiday Movies Guide!
Join the holiday cheer in historic downtown Sanford with a free parade of illuminated floats and festive fun!
🗓 DEC. 11 | 6PM—7:30PM | 📍Historic Downtown Sanford
Looking for more lights? Here is our full list of Holiday Lights Guide!
Experience family-friendly fun this weekend at these free activity events:
☃️ Snow in the Park at Donnelly Park.
🗓 DEC. 11 | 4PM—9PM | 📍 Donnelly Park
🚂 Holiday on the Drive 2021 at College Park Main Street.
🗓 DEC. 11 | 12PM—4PM | 📍 College Park Main Street
On the hunt for more holiday-fun festivities? Check out our full Holiday Events Guide!
Be delighted with these talented performances and free events for the whole family:
🎻 The Violectric Holiday Show at Lake Eola Park.
🗓 DEC. 11 | 7PM—9PM | 📍 Walt Disney Amphitheater
🎻 The 3rd Annual Santa’s Toy Drive / Car & Truck Show at Promenade at Sunset Walk.
🗓 DEC. 12 | 11AM—2PM | 📍Promenade at Sunset Walk
On the hunt for more holiday-fun festivities? Check out our full Holiday Events Guide!
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