Fun Holiday Activities to do with Kids in Orlando

The holidays are filled with so many activities! From school events to family fun, there is plenty to do. BUT if you find yourself going stir crazy or the kids saying the dreaded “I’M BORED”, then fear not! We’ve rounded up our favorite local events that will keep the whole family happy while having fun! These crowd pleasers are the top fun holiday activities to do with kids in Orlando!

Fun Holiday Activities to do with Kids in Orlando

Join us for our 2nd Cookies with Santa Event!

Orlando Mom is excited to announce our 2nd Cookies with Santa event at Orlando Family Stage! Enjoy a fun, family filled holiday event on Sunday December 15th from 10a to 1p!

Learn more about Cookies with Santa here!

FREE Activities

• Watch the parade and enjoy the Avalon Aglow event
• Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll
• Have a blast at Oh What Fun in Lake Nona
• Do a holiday lights tour
• Attend Now Snowing in Celebration
• Explore the Gingerbread Houses at the Disney resorts (Get free parking with a dining reservation!)
• Head to Light Up The Holidays Altamonte Springs
• Go to a local Tree Lightings
• Visit the Big Guy
• Check out a Local Tree Farm

Inexpensive Activities

• Enjoy the Season of Sweetness at Amber Brooke Farms (U Pick Winter Festival), weekends Dec. 9-17
• Have fun at Crayola Colorful Christmas
• Have a blast at Funbox Altamonte
• Winterfest Oviedo

Support a Local Organization

• Support local and take in the gorgeous trees at Festival of Trees
• Explore the Asian Lantern Festival
• Volunteer with the kids

Attractions & Theme Parks

• Festival of the Holidays at EPCOT
• Take a ride on the wheel and see the big guy at Icon Park
• Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
• Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios
• Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle
• Universal Holiday parade
• Grinchmas

First published 11/13/23, updated 11/13/24