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Top Orlando Festivals and Events for December

December 2008 in Orlando

By Theresa Johnston, About.com

Free admission to the Morse Museum on Christmas Eve.

Photo © Morse Museum
December 2008

Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun
Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec

  • 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 24, 2008 : Christmas Eve
    > Christmas Eve Open House
    A peaceful respite from the busy holiday season, free admission to the Morse Museum. For more info: 407-645-5311. Free admission.

  • December 25, 2008 : Christmas Day
    > Where to eat out on Christmas Day
    > Christmas Dinner Take-out and Catering
    > Christmas Day Concerts
    At Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales you can enjoy concerts featuring Christmas carols from around the world. For more info: 863-676-1408. Admission charge.

  • December 26, 2008
    Annual Champs Sports Bowl Parade of Bands
    The City of Winter Park will proudly host the 2nd annual Champs Sports Bowl Parade of Bands on Friday, December 26, at 2 p.m. Bands from the soon-to-be announced Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and Big Ten teams will march through downtown Winter Park and perform a battle of the bands in Central Park. Free admission.

  • December 31, 2008 : New Year's Eve
    > New Year's Eve Parties for Adults
    > Family Friendly New Year's Eve Events
    > New Year's Eve Shows and Performances

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