Calendar of Events Fall Winter 2022-2023

Orlando Magic NBA Basketball

See an NBA game live! Experience the thrills of super-charged action during the season, as the Orlando Magic take on the biggest teams in the NBA. Promo Code: ILOVEORLANDO

Game dates are subjecy to availability and certain restrictions apply.

Free Admission to The Morse Museum

The Morse Museum is home to the world’s most comprehensive collection of works by Louis Comfort Tiffany, including the artist and designer’s jewelry, pottery, paintings, art glass, leaded-glass lamps and windows, and art and architectural objects from his Long Island country estate, Laurelton Hall. The Museum’s holdings also include American art pottery, late 19th- and early 20th-century American paintings, graphics, and decorative art.

Visit the collection at no charge for all visitors from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Selected Fridays include live music in the galleries.

  • When: Fridays, thru April
  • Where: The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
  • Website: www.morsemuseum.org

Christmas in the Wild

Make lasting family memories at one of Tampa Bay’s largest and most immersive light displays. Go on a festive adventure that connect guests with wildlife and the spirit of the season. On select nights, experience the zoo animals in an atmosphere of holiday magic and cheer.

  • When: Select Nights, Nov. - Dec
  • Where: ZooTampa at Lowry Park
  • Website: zootampa.org

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party

Wishes come true, “snow” falls and holiday magic shines bright on select very merry nights as Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party returns to Magic Kingdom® Park! Admission to this event requires a separately priced ticket. Ticket valid only during specifi c event hours and subject to availability.

Festival of Trees

Strolling through the museum, guests will be transported to a time of old-fashion holiday gatherings and elegance. Visitors will view over 40 designer-inspired decorated trees, stylish holiday wreaths, exceptional gingerbread houses, entertaining and design concepts and more, all available for purchase. Enjoy holiday shopping experiences, holiday pop-up shops and daily entertainment.

SeaWorld® Christmas Celebration

Where holiday traditions are made with delicious food, stunning live shows, delightful holiday shopping and joyous entertainment.

Night of a Million Lights

Excitement will be in the air again this fall as Night of a Million Lights returns in a spectacular new venue – Island H2O Water Park!

From November 11, 2022, through January 1, 2023, immerse yourself in a dazzling winter wonderland illuminated with millions of lights and filled with festive family activities and live entertainment for a one-of-a-kind, fully interactive holiday experience.

  • When: Nov. 11 – Jan. 1
  • Where: Island H2O Water Park
  • Website: gktw.org/lights

Majestic Bruckner/Dvorák Grandeur

Enter Bruckner’s expansive soundworld…become one with its sonorities…get carried away by the radiant strings, the majestic brasses, the longbreathed phrases and, ultimately, the splendor of his music! Leading into the symphony is Dvorák’s Cello Concerto, a work of symphonic grandeur and passion.

  • When: Nov. 12 & 13
  • Where: Steinmetz Hall, Orlando Philharmonic
  • Website: ORLANDOPHIL.ORG

Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort

From dazzling decorations to unforgettable entertainment, it’s the awesomest celebration of the season–only at Universal Orlando Resort.

Christmas Town™

Celebrate the holidays with millions of twinkling lights, festive shows and holiday-inspired culinary delights.

  • When: Nov. 13 –Jan. 2
  • Where: Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay
  • Website: buschgardens.com

Christmas at Gaylord Palms

ICE! returns this holiday season. Step into a wonderland carved by expert artisans out of two million pounds of colorful ice. You'll see the story of Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas!™ in larger-than-life sculptures and even plunge down slides made entirely of ice.

Colorful Christmas

Weave your way through exciting holiday activities all while crafting unique gifts from the heart! It's a holiday hullabaloo with SNOW much to do! All included in general admission.

Holidays at LEGOLAND®

Have the holly-jolliest time this year during Holidays at LEGOLAND® featuring a giant LEGO ® Christmas tree, unforgettable seasonal shows, holiday characters, special treats, LEGO® activities, twinkling lights and more. An extra special gift for you – this festive event is included in general admission!

Holidays at Old Town

Marvel at the spectacular display of festive decorations throughout the brick-paved streets every night. The colorful twinkle of lights includes their traditional and iconic car-themed Christmas Tree on display.

End 2022 with a bang during Old Town’s FREE New Year’s Eve Celebration featuring their Classic Car Show, Live Music, Entertainment and Free Fireworks at midnight.

Home for the Holidays

Experience the joyful sounds of the season for the first time ever in Steinmetz Hall. With the Holiday Singers, the Opera Orlando Youth Company and other favorite guests, it’s the perfect way to kick off the holiday season.

  • When: Nov. 26
  • Where: Steinmetz Hall, Orlando Philharmonic
  • Website: ORLANDOPHIL.ORG

Holiday Blooms

Thousands of colorful poinsettias along with seasonal fl owers and foliage will create a magical garden for the holiday season. Stroll the 50-acres beautiful vignettes, container gardens and grounds to put you in the yuletide spirit included with daytime garden admission.

  • When: Nov. 28 - Jan. 2
  • Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens
  • Website: leugardens.org

Deck the Seas

Swim over Aquarium for the most FIN-tastic holiday event of the season, Deck the Seas! Embark on a wintery scavenger hunt of coldwater creatures and come face-to-flipper with Scuba Claus!

Holiday Brass & Precussion

Seasonal selections and Holiday favorites performed by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Brass!

  • When: Dec. 5
  • Where: The Plaza Live, Orlando Philharmonic
  • Website: ORLANDOPHIL.ORG

Holly Jolly Sounds of the Season

This musical celebration will capture the spirit of the season with members from the String Family! Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra musicians will play their way through holiday classics, from Frosty the Snowman to Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season with family!

  • When: Dec. 10 & 11
  • Where: The Plaza Live, Orlando Philharmonic
  • Website: ORLANDOPHIL.ORG

EPCOT® International Festival of the Arts

Encounter expression of art in its many forms from visual to culinary and performing arts. Experience the excitement of the DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series taking place center stage with beloved Disney songs performed by top stars from award-winning shows. Subject to change without notice.

  • When: Jan. – Feb.

ZooBrews

Tampa Bay’s wildest night returns on February 18th. This all-inclusive event is filled with upclose wildlife, endless food, unlimited drinks, live music, games and more! This is a separate ticketed event. Guests must be 21+ to attend.

  • When: Saturday, Feb. 18
  • Where: ZooTampa at Lowry Park
  • Website: zootampa.org
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