We scoured the internet and polled our audience and these are the BEST holiday lights in Central Florida! In no particular order, here are some amazing holiday lights you can plan to see this year!
Holiday Lights in Central Florida
Christmas At Gaylord Palms by Marriott
Enjoy festive holiday events like ICE! and our Christmas light show, and join in classic Christmas activities like snow tubing and photos with Santa at Gaylord Palms Resort near Orlando, Florida. Discover our 2024 season lineup now!
Light up the Holidays at Cranes Roost Park – November 28 – January 1, 2025
Experience the magic of the holiday season powered by Duke Energy. Be enchanted by the 60-foot-tall Christmas tree, illuminated with over 8,000 dazzling LED lights, 2,600 exquisite ornaments and more than one mile of festive garland. Make your evenings unforgettable and enjoy the spectacular lights every night at dusk. Join us for this beautiful display of holiday cheer.
The lights are turned on each night at dusk. Displays can be viewed nightly until January 1, 2025.
Dazzling Nights presented by Advent Health – November 24 – January 26 November 29 – January 5, 2025
What you’ll experience: A million lights will bring Leu Gardens to life, A 40′ diameter snow dome with swirling snow, 70’ long candy cane vortex light tunnel, Walk through a forest with 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. Tickets must be purchased for a specific time and date, and are not available at the door. What you’ll experience: A million lights will bring Leu Gardens to life, holiday greetings from around the globe, Admire the stunning garden of white featuring a graceful swan topiary, Walk through a dazzling light tunnel of 14 foot stars, Dance under the magic of the Florida snow, and so much more. Tickets must be purchased for a specific time and date, and are not available at the door.
In its 13th year and featured on News 6 as a “must-see home in Central Florida”.
Experience the sights and sounds of the season when visiting Downtown for the Holidays. Throughout the entire month of December, downtown Orlando is offering free holiday events for all to enjoy!
Experience the enchantment of the holiday stroll. Spread cheer by shopping locally at the Merry Market. Embrace the magic of the season at the Eola Wonderland. Enjoy a snowy Florida wonderland at Lake Eola Park. Encounter Santa himself at the Eola House.
Join us to welcome the holiday season at our 36th annual Light Up Winter Garden on Friday, December 1. The time-honored tradition starts at 6:00 pm and at 6:15 pm, join us at City Hall for the momentous flipping of the switch to turn on the holiday lights and watch downtown glow. Holiday activities and entertainment for all to enjoy will continue through 9:00 pm. Hosted by the City of Winter Garden, Light Up Winter Garden is a free community event.
Join your community for the official launch of the holiday season at the 37th Annual Light Up Winter Garden on Friday, December 6.
The time-honored tradition starts at 6:00 pm; and at 6:15 pm, join us at City Hall for the momentous flipping of the switch to turn on the holiday lights and watch downtown glow. Holiday activities and entertainment for all to enjoy will continue through 9:00 pm.
Hosted by the City of Winter Garden, Light Up Winter Garden is a free community event.
December 13 from 5-9PM
Lake Concord Park- 95 Triplet Lake Drive, Casselberry
Casselberry invites you to a special night of holiday cheer, family fun, and exciting activities at Lake Concord Park. The park will be lit with over 150,000 lights for guests to enjoy during this festive event.
Daily beginning Sun, Dec 15: 7 – 9pm until Sat, Dec 21 2024
Experience the magic of the season at ‘Light Up Central Winds’! Join us for a winter wonderland tradition as you drive through Central Winds Park and immerse yourself in the enchanting holiday light tunnels and displays from December 15 – 20, from 7:00 – 9:00 PM. Motorists are encouraged to use the Central Winds Parkway entrance off State Road 434.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 21, 2024, when Central Winds Park transforms into a captivating walk-through wonderland from 5 to 8:30 p.m. This exclusive one-night event includes an opportunity to meet Santa, indulge in delicious food from food trucks, and enjoy a movie under the stars in the park. Attendees should bring a picnic blanket or lawn chair to enjoy the movie. Don’t miss this unforgettable holiday experience!
Sanford Annual Parade of Lights
Join us on Saturday, December 14th at 6 PM for the spectacular “Holiday Parade of Lights” in Downtown Sanford! Witness illuminated floats, dazzling vehicles, vibrant dance groups, and marching bands by local schools, businesses and community organizations showcasing their holiday spirit along the one-mile route. Don’t miss out on this captivating celebration!
Private Homes Holiday Lights Tour
We’ve picked our favorite private homes and neighborhoods to visit, so please be respectful of these homeowners and also other visitors, whether on foot or in cars.
The Fye’s Crazy Christmas House
Private residence, 407 Eagle Circle, Casselberry, Florida 32707
Opening planned for first weekend of December
The Fye’s Crazy Christmas House has about 60,000+ lights, a music light show, live size nativity, North Pole Village and a sleigh to sit and take pictures in!
4241 N Econlockhatchee Trail
Cross Christmas has over 125,000 lights. Their display features a large oak tree wrapped in 80,000 white lights & lights synchronized to music! We have snow flurries every half hour between 6:30-10pm.
The lights on Royal Oaks Cir., Longwood, Florida 32779
Private residences, Home of Gidget and RC Reynolds
- Lights are on from dusk till dawn.
- Several homes are lit up, with a neighborhood “Christmas tree” lit up that is stunning to see.
While you’re driving, why not sprinkle in some fun Holiday Dad-jokes?
Here are 5 of our favorites:
- What do snowmen eat for breakfast? Snowflakes.
- What did Adam say on the day before Christmas? It’s Christmas, Eve!
- What is Santa’s favorite kind of candy? Jolly ranchers.
- What type of Christmas dessert shouldn’t you trust? Mince spies.
- What kind of fish do they have at the North Pole? Jollyfish.
