Next date: Friday, December 04, 2026 | 05:30 PM to 09:30 PM
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer invites Central Florida residents and visitors to kick-off the holiday season in downtown Orlando and help countdown to the lighting of the City of Orlando’s Christmas tree at Lake Eola Park’s Washington Plaza.
The event will include holiday performances at the Lake Eola Amphitheater, food trucks and the return of the Merry Market.
Enjoy snowfall in Florida, shop local from over 30 vendors and be sure to stop by for a visit with Santa!
For a list of all the downtown holiday happenings, visit downtownorlando.com.
Attendee Parking and Travel Information
Attendees are encouraged to use alternative modes of transportation to travel to the event including SunRail, ride share, bike share, carpooling and the free downtown LYMMO circulator.
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Lake Eola Park, 195 North Rosalind Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801 View Map
195 North Rosalind Avenue , Orlando, FL 32801
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