Family Friendly Events & Things to Do
Near Orlando
Reindeer Romp/Rudolph’s VIP Children’s Pass at Festival of Trees
at Orlando Museum Of Art
Get ready to embrace the holiday spirit at Reindeer Romp during the Festival of Trees!
I-Drive District Holiday Tree Lighting at ICON Park
at ICON Park
International Drive kicks off the holidays with its annual tree lighting on Nov. 22 at 6 P.M., featuring a 50-foot decorated tree and a ceremony led by Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings.
Florida Blue Battle of the Bands Presented by Publix
at Amway Center
Before Saturday’s big matchup between Florida A&M and Bethune-Cookman at Camping World Stadium, top high school bands from across the country will perform at the highly anticipated Florida Blue Battle of the Bands presented by Publix. Performances by the
A Christmas Nutcracker Tale
at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, Steinmetz Hall
Experience the excitement of this holiday treat and share the joy of dance with your loved ones this season. A Christmas Nutcracker Tale promises to be an immersive and heartwarming celebration of the season for the whole family.
Florida Blue Florida Classic
at Camping World Stadium
The nation’s premier HBCU football rivalry returns to Orlando when the Bethune-Cookman University Wildcats meet the Florida A&M University Rattlers in the Florida Blue Florida Classic on November 23, 2024.
Wekiva Island’s Winter Wonderland
at Wekiva Island
Winter Wonderland at Wekiva Island is back from December 1-25!
9th Annual Edgewood Santa Fly In
at Edgewood City Hall
Join us on Friday, December 6th from 6:00-8:30PM for our 9th Annual Santa Fly-In Event!
Breakfast with Santa
at Dave and Buster's
Santa Claus is coming to Dave & Buster’s! Score a ho-ho-whole morning of family fun with exclusive early access to the store.
Home for the Holidays
at Lake Concord Park North
Bring your family and friends out to this FREE EVENT. Enjoy hundreds of unique items at our Makers Market, grab a bite to eat from our delicious food trucks, enjoy a free holiday concert, and check out the Glass Guild of Central Florida at the Art House.
Christmas Toy Giveaway
at Men's Closet
Come join Mens Closet and MC Community Care for our Annual “Christmas Toy Giveaway” on Sunday, December 15th 2024 from 12 - 3 PM at Mens Closet (5510 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32808). This event is open and free to the public.
Fight For Air Climb
at City National Bank Tower
On Saturday, March 8, Orlando’s premier stair climb competition challenges participants to conquer 25 floors // 512 stairs of the iconic City National Bank Tower in Downtown Orlando. All are welcome!
Peace Love & Vans 2025
at Withlacoochee River Park
Whether you’re a vanlifer or just vanlife curious, come and join us at the most epic vanlife meetup and industry expo in sunny Florida and one of the largest in the Southeast USA!
Rock, Mineral, Gem, Jewelry & Fossil Show
at Florida Armory National Guard
Vendors offering rocks, minerals, gemstones, fossils, beads, jewelry, artifacts, metaphysical stones and handcrafted cabochons, etc.
43rd Annual Summer ARTCAMP Exhibition
at Crealdé School of Art
Each summer over 400 children and teens ages 4 to 17 immerse themselves in fun and creativity on the Crealdé lakeside Winter Park campus.
Florida Kids and Family Expo - 10th Annual
at Orange County Convention Center
Grab the family for some epic fun! The Florida Kids and Family Expo connects families to schools, entertainment, businesses, products, and more. Find out what’s possible in Central Florida with this 2-day epic expo on August 23-24, 2025.