By Yasmene Warren
Christmas is only two weeks away, and that means the city of Orlando is illuminated with holiday cheer everywhere you look. This isn’t Rockefeller Center, but that doesn’t mean we don’t know how to light up your world in perfect Christmas style. Here are the best places around town to view Christmas lights this December!
Disney Springs
If you don’t want to spend your December strolling down the streets of an everyday suburban Orlando neighborhood, then you’ll find your quick Christmas light fix at Disney Springs.
Each year, Disney Springs clads an array of Christmas trees in extravagant lighting and sprinkles them throughout the park to enjoy as you peruse the many shops and restaurants along the way.
Find Christmas trees themed from your favorite Disney media from Coco, Encanto, and Frozen to The Lion King, Moana, Star Wars and more until December 30th!
Image by Walt Disney World
Disney Springs is huge, and it’s easy to lose yourself in all the fun. Luckily, you can pick up Christmas tree maps from City Works Eatery & Pour House, Crystal Arts by Arribas Brothers, Joffrey's Coffee and Tea Company, the LEGO Store, and Planet Hollywood.
Check out our review of the Christmas Tree Stroll last year to get a sneak peek at what you can experience!
Dazzling Nights at Leu Gardens
As you might have seen in our previous article - 7 Events to Celebrate the Holidays Around Orlando, Harry P. Leu Gardens in Orlando is taking the holidays by storm with its insane display of Christmas lights: Dazzling Nights.
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Until January 6th, you can immerse yourself in a world of luminary extravagance and witness the gardens be transformed into nothing short of magical.
Enjoy Moroccan tree lanterns, touch-sensored interactive lights, a 70’ long light tunnel, a play area of giant ornaments, and plenty of “snow.”
Buy your tickets online for $25 per adult and $22 per child and experience all the fun for yourself this holiday season.
Lake Nona Lights
There’s something for everyone in every corner of Orlando this Christmas, including on the East side in Lake Nona! Lake Nona Lights is an annual spectacle of Christmas wonder that started as simple holiday fun from two guys who wanted to put on an exciting light show for the neighborhood.
Image by Lake Nona Lights
Each evening from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, Lake Nona locals and Orlando natives alike gather around 9800 Old Patina Way at 6 p.m. to witness the spectacular array of synchronized lighting and Christmas tunes that’s sure to lift even your average Scrooge’s holiday spirits.
Eola Wonderland Christmas Tree Show
From the beginning of December to early January, Lake Eola comes to life every night with a stunning show of synchronized Christmas lights and music at the Eola Wonderland Christmas Tree Show. Find the city’s merrily decorated Christmas tree downtown by East Washington Street and North Rosalind Avenue and enjoy the show every night from 5:45 p.m. to 9:45 p.m.
Christmas at Gaylord Palms
In addition to ICE! Featuring a Charlie Brown Christmas, Gaylord Palms hosts a ton of holiday events for the whole family! You won't want to miss their decor though, filled with plenty of lights and Christmas magic all throughout the hotel property. Check out all they have to offer on their website here!
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Overall
Christmas is more than just a time to give gifts to the people you love. It’s a season for caring and sharing exciting moments with those people and others around you, and gathering for a show of holiday lights is one thing you can do to make those spirits bright. Orlando being “the city beautiful” becomes especially true each winter when areas all around light it up! If you’re looking for simple and affordable Christmas activities around town fit for the whole family, you’ll definitely want to check these events out!
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