Winter in Florida is the best! While the rest of the country needs to put on 12 layers of clothes just to step outside this time of year, Florida continues to host the fun Orlando events all season long.
Orlando Events
Since Orlando is home to some of the world’s most exciting attractions, it’s no surprise that the city has a ton to offer this winter. So, go out and enjoy these fun Orlando events.
Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
For the first time ever, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter will celebrate the holiday season! Don’t miss out on this magical and festive experience.
Universal Studios has plenty of holiday cheer to spare outside of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, too, with Grinchmas and Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s.
- When:
November 18, 2017 – January 06, 2018
Time varies based on park hours
- Where:
Universal Orlando Resort
6000 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, FL 32819
- Website: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/things-to-do/events/holidays-at-universal/index.html
LEGO NINJAGO Days
It’s time to have fun with your favorite ninjas! During LEGO NINJAGO Days, you can enjoy a brand new theatrical 4D experience, meet Master Wu, try out some yoga with Ninjago courses for kids and much more!
- When:
January 20, 2018 – February 04, 2018
Time varies based on park hours
- Where:
LEGOLAND Florida Resort
One LEGOLAND Way
Winter Haven, FL 33884
2018 Lake Apopka Wildlife Festival & Birdapalooza
If you love nature, the Lake Apopka Wildlife Festival & Birdapalooza Birding Festival is for you! See how many birds you can spot at the 20,000-acre Lake Apopka North Shore. More than 360 bird species have been seen here!
The 6th annual Birdapalooza festival on Jan. 20, 2018 features photo walks, tours, live animal demonstrations, bounce houses, face painting, food trucks and more.
- When:
January 18, 2018 – January 21, 2018
Time varies based on day
- Where:
Magnolia Park
2929 S Binion Road
Apopka, FL 32703
- Website:
http://orangeaudubonfl.org/birdapalooza/
Pro Bowl Week
Your entire family can have fun at the 2018 NFL Pro Bowl Week at ESPN Wide World of Sports. There are Pro Bowl Experience activities going on throughout the week with interactive games and other football-themed fun.
- When:
January 24, 2018 – January 27, 2018
10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Where:
ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
710 South Victory Way
Kissimmee, FL 34747
- Website:
The Lion King
Enjoy the music and an incredible score by Elton John and Tim Rice at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. The stage production of The Lion King is sure to astound you. The talented cast will take you on a journey that you’ll never forget.
- When:
February 14, 2018 – March 11, 2018
Show times vary
- Where:
Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
445 South Magnolia Avenue
Orlando, FL 32801
- Website:
https://www.drphillipscenter.org/events/tickets/2018/the-lion-king/
