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Top Orlando Festivals and Events for December

December 2008 in Orlando

By Theresa Johnston, About.com

A visit with Santa

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December 2008

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  • Through - January 4, 2009
    ICE!
    A holiday extravaganza held annually at the Gaylord Palm. Bundle up and preview beautiful ice sculptures. For more info: 407-896-4231 x 254. Admission charge.

  • Through - January 4, 2009
    The Best of Florida Christmas
    The 4.5 acre atrium ath the Gaylord Palms Resort is transformed into a magical Christmas wonderland. A majestic 54-foot Christmas adds to the elegant and sometimes whimsical decor. Free admission - charge for parking.

  • Through December 31, 2008
    Now Snowing in Downtown Celebration
    Winter Wonderland Spectacular featuring strolling Charles Dickens Carolers, photos with Santa, the Celebration Express, horse drawn carriage rides, and nightly snowfall. Free admission.

  • December 15, 2008
    Storytelling at Leu Gardens
    Stories at 3 times for different aged children on the third Monday of the month.For more info: 407-246-2620. Free admission.

  • December 16, 2008
    Stories of the Season
    W.T. Bland Public Library in Mount Dora. Bring a lunch and rediscover favorite Christmas tales for the holiday season. Coffee, tea and dessert is provided by the library. For more info: 352-735-7180. Free admission.

  • December 19, 2008
    Mount Dora At Nite
    Celebrate the third Friday of each month with live entertainment, great food and shopping in Downtown Mount Dora. For more info: 352-383-5451. Free admission.

  • December 19, 2008
    Cinema in the Park
    Free family movies on the third Friday of each month at Centennial Park in Sanford. Bring the family and a blanket or chairs for the 7:30pm showing of this month’s movie. For more info: 407-688-5004. Free admission.

  • December 21, 2008
    Hanukah in the Park
    From 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., in Central Park, enjoy a festive celebration featuring the lighting of a giant Menorah will also include live entertainment and Hanukah treats for all to enjoy. Free admission.

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