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DAZZLING CHRISTMAS LIGHT DISPLAYS TO GET YOU IN THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT
Dazzling Christmas LightDisplays
By Catie Moore
Every holiday season, Christmas lights are often the first decorations to go up and the last to come down. No matter where you go, you see them everywhere – hanging from trees, on the roofs of houses, office buildings, and filling the city streets. Ultimately, what is Christmas without Christmas lights?
Driving around and looking at Christmas lights is a timeless Christmas tradition. This year, Central Florida is going all-out, featuring giant displays and opening more drivethrough experiences than ever before. We have compiled a list of the must- see light displays right in your backyard!
Christmas
to Get You in The Holiday Spirit
Oh, What Fun! Holiday Festival December 7, 2022-December 24, 2022 Lake Nona Town Center
Enjoy a white Christmas in Lake Nona. This winter wonderland is filled with snow, outdoor skating, twinkling lights and dazzling decorations, festive treats, and one-ofa-kind performances that are guaranteed to spread some much-needed holiday cheer. Snowfall happens every hour, so be sure to stick around!
“Holinights Celebration” at Promenade – Sunset Walk Select nights from Friday, November 25 to Saturday, December 24, 2022, 6pm Promenade at Sunset Walk
“Holinights Celebration” is the Christmas experience you’ve been waiting for. Gather around and watch the beautifully decorated Holinights tree come to life before your eyes. Guests can enjoy special appearances from Santa Claus, snowball fights with mischievous elves and towering toy soldiers. In addition to the holiday festivities, there will be live music, street markets and a car show.
Christmas Nights in Lights Recurring daily until January 1, 2023 Dezerland Park
Dezerland has transformed into a magical and immersive winter wonderland. This dazzling drive-through is more than a mile long and features over one million lights. Innovative displays coupled with a commitment to creating beautiful memories make this Christmas experience memorable for the whole family.
Dazzling Nights 2022 Recurring daily until January 1, 2023 Harry P. Leu Gardens
Leu Gardens comes alive at night with over a million lights. Capture a few photos in the snow dome, candy cane light tunnel or the neon flower forest. Once you have completed your influencer photo sessions, head on over to the stunning laser light show accompanied by live performances. If its energy you’re trying to burn, go wild in the inflatable play area. This magical event has something for everyone to appreciate.
Magic of Lights Recurring daily until January 1, 2023 Daytona International Speedway
This season, Magic of Lights dazzling drive-through experience returns to Gillette Stadium. With over one million lights, the World Center of Racing transforms the holidays into a thrilling experience. Load up the car and immerse yourself in the signature displays, which include a 200-foot long Enchanting Tunnel of Lights, Candy Cane Lane, Toyland, 12 Days of Christmas, Prehistoric Christmas with lifesized dinosaurs and a Bigfoot Monster Truck. As of last year, Magic of Lights also features a 32-foot tall, animated Barbie, as well as dazzling displays synchronized to holiday classics.
Holiday Light Displays at Cranes Roost Park November 24, 2022-January 1, 2023 Cranes Roost Park, Altamonte Springs
The City of Altamonte Springs and Duke Energy celebrate the nightly tree lighting ceremony, with live music, entertainment, fireworks, train rides and even a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. Watch as the park comes alive with spectacular holiday displays featuring 200,000 lights and a 60-foot tree decorated with thousands of ornaments and garland.
Night of a Million Lights November 12, 2022 – January 1, 2023 Give Kids the World Village, Kissimmee
For the first time ever, Night of a Million Lights returns in a spectacular new venue – Island H2O Water Park! Immerse yourself in a spectacular winter wonderland illuminated by millions of lights and filled with live entertainment and endless activities for all ages. This one-of-a-kind, fully interactive holiday experience was named by USA Today as the “Number One Thing To Do In December In Orlando” in 2020.