Events in Central Florida

We are looking forward to the 10th annual Fall Festival at Southern Hill Farms! What fall adventure would be complete without mouth-watering apple cider donuts, jolly Jumbo Jack carving pumpkins and s’mores around the fire pits? Tickets are required for this event. Admission tickets must be purchased online in advance for all guests ages 3 and older. Payments are not accepted at the farm. Admission tickets give you access to all activities during the event. Children 2 and under are free and do not need an admission ticket to enter. Tickets and more information will be updated here when available.

• Fun Zone Carnival Rides
• Bungee Jump
• 5 Acre Corn Maze
• Petting Zoo
• Sunflower Field Access
• Zinnia Field Access
• Pumpkin Patch
• Live Music
• Face Painting
• Farm Wagon
• Photo Ops
• Farm Market
• Covered Barns
• Rooftop Deck
• Food Trucks
• Lifelong Memories & More!

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Christmas Wonderland at Dezerland Park!
Step into a Holiday Adventure for the Whole Family!

Event Dates: 11/7/2025, 11/8/2025, 11/9/2025, 11/14/2025, 11/15/2025, 11/16/2025, 11/21/2025, 11/22/2025, 11/23/2025, 11/28/2025, 11/29/2025, 11/30/2025, 12/5/2025, 12/6/2025, 12/7/2025, 12/12/2025, 12/13/2025, 12/14/2025, 12/19/2025, 12/20/2025, 12/21/2025, 12/22/2025, 12/23/2025, 12/24/2025

Location: Dezerland Park – 5250 International Drive Orlando FL 32819

Hours of Operations:

• Friday: 4pm-9pm
• Saturday: 2pm-9pm
• Sunday: 1pm-7pm
• Monday: 1pm-7pm

Bring the family and experience the magic of the season at Dezerland Park’s Christmas Wonderland! Enjoy festive activities including:

• Meet and take photos with Santa
• Ice skating fun
• Build-your-own toy experiences with Santa’s elves
• Train rides through a winter wonderland
• And much more!

Special Offers:

• Presale Discount: Book before November 1st and save 20% OFF!

Don’t miss this chance to make unforgettable holiday memories! Perfect for families, friends, and anyone looking to celebrate the season in style.

Tickets: Available now: reserve your spot today!

The 2025 NCAA Division I Men’s & Women’s Singles and Doubles Championships will be hosted at the USTA National Campus

In January of 2023, the NCAA Division I Competition Oversight Committee approved a two-year pilot program to hold the NCAA Division I Men’s and Women’s Individual Championships in the fall of 2024 and 2025. The ITA office, along with the NCAA Singles & Doubles Pathway Task Force (consisting of ITA member coaches), has worked diligently over the past several years to create a clearly defined and accessible pathway for student-athletes to earn entry into the fall 2024 and fall 2025 NCAA Individual Championships.

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2025 marks the 49th annual Longwood Arts and Crafts Festival! This highly anticipated event will feature more than 200 artists and handcrafted exhibitors selling unique items, fine jewelry, and seasonal decor just in time for you to get a jump on the holiday shopping season. There will be festival food, beer, wine & music. Ample parking can be found at Sunrail and at the hospital.

The event is Free to attend.

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The Turkey Run is the largest combined Car Show, Swap Meet, and Car Corral in the USA. Car enthusiasts from across the US and internationally make their way twice a year to racing’s most celebrated location, Daytona International Speedway. Started in 1974. The event is held on Thanksgiving weekend and the 4th weekend in March. Participants and spectators will enjoy more than 7000 vintage, classic, muscle cars, trucks, and other wheeled vehicles displayed for show and sale.

The show also includes over 2500 swap meet spaces, Artisan Alley, Entertainment, and many types of food. In its history, more than $19 million of profits from the Turkey Run have funded charitable organizations as well as many local programs, projects & recreational facilities.

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The 36^th Seniors First Turkey Trot 5K will take place Thursday, November 27 at 8 a.m. at Lake Eola Park. 

All runners, joggers, and walkers are welcome to join this family-friendly event in support of local Orlando seniors. Guests will have fun participating in the “Race to End Senior Hunger”, with the opportunity to win the finisher medal.

Date/Time: Thursday, November 27 at 7 a.m. – 10 a.m.

Organization: Seniors First

Link: https://www.trackshack.com/event/240

Ticket Cost: $40.00 In Person or Virtual.

Contact: Katherine Brown – kbrown@seniorsfirstinc.org – 321.300.7420

Tree Lighting Ceremony, Live Entertainment & Santa’s Grand Entrance!

Make this family-friendly event your kick-off to Christmas on Canal Street!

Canal Street Historic District brings the spirit of the holidays to Christmas Park, located at the corner of Live Oak & Canal Street.

Stores and Restaurants have extended hours, and Canal Street will be closed to accommodate pedestrians.

Stop in and visit Santa’s Work Hub and watch the children’s eyes light up when they see sparkling decorations and Santa, too!

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Every Thanksgiving weekend, FusionFest brings the whole world to downtown Orlando — almost literally. Held at the open-air Seneff Arts Plaza at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, this unique, two-day gala invites you to explore more than 110 global cultures, starting with a bounty of dishes from around the world. You can also look forward to experiences and contests celebrating music, dance, visual arts, spoken word, games, interactive activities and more. Food, beverages and merchandise are available for purchase, and the festival itself is free to attend.

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Christmas Wonderland at Dezerland Park!
Step into a Holiday Adventure for the Whole Family!

Event Dates: 11/7/2025, 11/8/2025, 11/9/2025, 11/14/2025, 11/15/2025, 11/16/2025, 11/21/2025, 11/22/2025, 11/23/2025, 11/28/2025, 11/29/2025, 11/30/2025, 12/5/2025, 12/6/2025, 12/7/2025, 12/12/2025, 12/13/2025, 12/14/2025, 12/19/2025, 12/20/2025, 12/21/2025, 12/22/2025, 12/23/2025, 12/24/2025

Location: Dezerland Park – 5250 International Drive Orlando FL 32819

Hours of Operations:

• Friday: 4pm-9pm
• Saturday: 2pm-9pm
• Sunday: 1pm-7pm
• Monday: 1pm-7pm

Bring the family and experience the magic of the season at Dezerland Park’s Christmas Wonderland! Enjoy festive activities including:

• Meet and take photos with Santa
• Ice skating fun
• Build-your-own toy experiences with Santa’s elves
• Train rides through a winter wonderland
• And much more!

Special Offers:

• Presale Discount: Book before November 1st and save 20% OFF!

Don’t miss this chance to make unforgettable holiday memories! Perfect for families, friends, and anyone looking to celebrate the season in style.

Tickets: Available now: reserve your spot today!

The HBCU Hoops Invitational is positioned as a legacy basketball invitational exclusive to HBCUs men’s and women’s programs providing a multi-day tournament experience. This inaugural event is taking place December 4-7, 2025, in Orlando, Florida at Disney’s ESPN Wide World of Sports.

This prestigious national basketball invitational is designed to illuminate and elevate Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) through the lens of competitive athletics, education, and cultural celebration.

The HBCU Hoops Invitational is a non conference, pre-season basketball tournament exclusive to HBCU women’s and men’s basketball teams. Through the basketball tournament we look to offer significant support to scholar-athletes throughout their collegiate journey by furnishing scholarships and vital resources, while also spotlighting and celebrating women’s contributions to collegiate sports.

“We are excited about the opportunities to bring thrilling, family-friendly events to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex and this HBCU Hoops Invitational adds to our lineup of high-caliber youth and college events,’’ said Jorge Senior, Disney’s Director of Sports Planning and Development.

THE VISIONARY
Haywoode Workman, the visionary behind the HBCU Hoops Invitational, boasts a remarkable career trajectory marked by athletic prowess and trail-blazing achievements. Selected as a second-round pick in the 1989 NBA Draft, Haywoode embarked on an illustrious journey that saw him play eight seasons in the NBA and the CBA.

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Locally presented by the Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute is the Orlando Jingle Bell Run.

Get ready for this year’s Jingle Bell Run, the original festive race for charity brought to you by the Arthritis Foundation. Wear your favorite holiday gear, and let’s jingle all the way toward a cure!

Whether you’re running, walking, or strolling, bring your friends, family, and coworkers along for the ride. Together, we’re spreading joy and making strides towards a brighter future — saying “YES” to life, despite arthritis.

Don’t miss out on this special occasion to make a real difference while celebrating four decades of impact with the Jingle Bell Run. Let’s lace up, hit the pavement, and jingle our way toward victory over arthritis!

Participants are encouraged to dress in holiday-themed attire.

Cost/Registration Info: $40-$45

Website Link: www.jbr.org/Orlando

Contact Email/Phone: (Marmitage@arthritis.org – 407-917-6978)

Get ready to ring in the New Year with a bang at the New Years Prost Festival – it’s going to be a night to remember! Ring in 2026 with German Tradition, DJ Oompah, and a Prost Kick-off!

Event Details

Date: Saturday, January 3, 2026

Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM EST

Location: Krush Brau Brewery & Biergarten

Ages: All Ages Welcome! (21+ to drink)

About the Event: A Festive Kick-off to 2026! Start your New Year on a high note with Krush Brau’s New Year Prost! Festival! Join us for a cozy, festive evening steeped in joyous German New Year (Silvester) traditions. We’re bringing the heart of Bavaria to you with an unforgettable celebration perfect for family, friends, and colleagues.

What to Expect:

Highlights of the Celebration: DJ Oompah – German Music and games to bring in the new year.

Complimentary ‘Prost!’: Your ticket includes a free ceremonial beer/champagne, or cocktail or non-alcoholic beverage for a grand, collective “Prost!” toast to the New Year!

This gathering swaps chili for goulash, a rich, slow‑simmered stew loved in Germany and Central Europe. Come taste several different Goulash Goulash Fest: A Hearty Twist on a Classic German Tradition Forget the chili cook-off — this gathering swaps chili for goulash, the rich, slow-simmered stew beloved across Germany and Central Europe!

Join us for a delicious day of food, fun, and friendly competition as German chefs and home cooks showcase their best goulash recipes — from traditional Bavarian-style beef to creative modern twists. Guests will sample each dish and vote for their favorite, crowning the 2025 Goulash Champion!

Pair your tastings with seasonal German lagers, fresh-baked pretzels, and a festive atmosphere filled with live music and laughter. Whether you’re a foodie, beer lover, or just looking for a warm bowl of comfort, Goulash Fest is the perfect fall event for you.