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The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens transforms into the Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild at night! Photo courtesy of the zoo
Best Holiday Lights Drive-Thrus and Christmas Light Shows in Orlando
Give the gift of light this holiday season at Orlando Christmas light shows!
Experience the illuminating Asian Lantern Festival at the Central Florida Zoo. Photo by the author
30 Best Things To Do in Orlando with Kids December 2025, According to Mommy Poppins Editors
When it comes to December in Orlando, it seems like every day is a party!
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is a massively popular holiday event, so get tickets now! Photo courtesy WDW
10 Orlando Must-Do Christmas Events to Book Now Before They Sell Out
Get tickets now for these popular Christmas events!
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Christmas Activities and Holiday Guide for Orlando Kids
Find the best things to do in Orlando this holiday season.
Head to Icon Park and visit Madame Tussauds to see your favorite celebrities in a whole new way. Photo by Charlotte Blanton
Things to Do in Orlando That Everyone Will Love—From Toddlers to Teens (and Parents Too!)
Enjoy Orlando activities that toddlers, teens, and parents will all love!
Challenge yourself on the walking beams at Hidden Waters Preserve.
25 Kid-Friendly Hikes Near Orlando and Central Florida
Explore the outdoors together on a family-friendly hike.
Visitors can actually ride the exhibits at the Florida Railroad Museum, which hosts a variety of experiences throughout the year. Photo courtesy of the museum
18 Scenic Train Rides Through Florida for Families
Tour the Sunshine State aboard these exciting Florida train rides!
Middle schoolers can be so much fun to hang out with! Photo by the author
10 Tips For Making Middle School Amazing: Middle School Kids are the Best
It's time to defend and celebrate middle school!
Visiting kid-friendly farms, especially those with fun attractions, is a great way to spend a fall afternoon. Photo by Charlotte Blanton
Fall Bucket List for Kids: 35 Top Things To Do in Orlando This Fall
Enjoy fun fall activities in Orlando this season!
Wild Florida airboat rides allow passengers close-up experiences with Florida's native wildlife and vegetation. Photo courtesy Wild Florida
Swamp Boat Rides and Airboat Ride Adventures Near Orlando
Watch for gators aboard an Orlando airboat ride!
Cowboy Adventure Park at Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo treats visitors to fun attractions, including the mechanical bull! Photo by author
Dude Ranches and More Places for Kids to Play Cowboy in Florida
Saddle up! Explore Florida like a real cowboy.
Find the best pumpkin patches near Orlando with our guide to the best things to do this fall near Orlando with kids.
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Orlando Fall Day Trips Guide: Farms, Festivals, and Family Getaways 2025
Best fall fairs, pumpkin patches, and autumn adventures in Orlando.
With seating for five, families can take a swan boat ride together on Lake Eola. Photo courtesy of Visit Florida
Explore Orlando's Lake Eola with Kids
Orlando's Lake Eola has fun activities, great outdoor space, and cool events!
Enjoy a relaxing getaway in Celebration, Florida with tree-lined streets, unique restaurants, and fun spots like Celebration Farmers Market and Lake Rianhard.
Celebration, FL with Kids: 23 Things to Do in Disney’s Dream Town
Visit Celebration, FL for a charming town with Disney vibes!
The Festival of the Lion King is an entertaining (and dry) place to wait out a rainy afternoon at Disney World. Photo by Ryan Wendler/Disney World
10 Ways to Survive Orlando Theme Parks When It Rains
Find the silver lining during cloudy days at theme parks!
With calm waters and soft sand, there are many beaches near Orlando ideal for toddlers to play safely. Photo courtesy Visit St. Pete/Clearwater
Best Beaches for Toddlers Near Orlando
Take a look at our favorite Central Florida beaches great for toddlers!
The cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness are cozy, spacious, and sleep up to six guests.
Go Inside Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort for Woodsy Wonder
Disney's Fort Wilderness offers a rustic and fun vacay!
Nab a Gaylord Palms Resort Guess Pass and spend the day enjoying the water park, dining options, and other amenities. Photo courtesy of Marriott Gaylord Palms
Kissimmee with Kids: 22 Things to Do in Kissimmee, Florida
Kids will LOVE visiting Kissimmee, Florida!
Spend a few hours exploring Orlando with Winter Park Scenic Boat Tours. Photo courtesy of the company
3 Days in Orlando with Kids (Minus the Theme Parks): Itinerary From a Local Mom
Use this fun, three-day itinerary to explore Orlando and skip the theme parks!
Embark on a heartwarming, up-close encounter with playful dolphins at Discovery Cove. Photo courtesy of Discovery Cove
14 Best Hidden Gems in Orlando: Exploring Past the Big Theme Parks
Families will love these wacky, fun things to do in Orlando!
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Free Things To Do in Orlando with Kids Guide
Find the best FREE activities for kids in Orlando.
SEA LIFE Florida officially opened this summer, treating families to major aquatic fun. Photo courtesy SEA LIFE
SEA LIFE Florida Aquarium Opens at Legoland Florida Resort
Go inside the newly opened SEA LIFE Florida Aquarium!
Bonnet Springs Park in Lakeland makes the the perfect outdoor day trip.
100 Free Things to Do in Orlando with Kids
100 ways to entertain your kids in Orlando...for FREE!
See the world's largest Crayola crayon at Crayola Experience Orlando.
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Crayola Experience Orlando: The Amusement Park for Crafty Kids
Combine the creativity of art with the fun of a theme park!
The playground at Tucker Ranch Preserve sports a treehouse-feel, surrounded by nature.
22 Best Playgrounds in Orlando for Family Fun
These fun, outdoor playgrounds delight Orlando kids of all ages.
Enjoy a refreshing stroll with the kids along the scenic boardwalk at Sweetwater Park.
Best Boardwalk Trails in Orlando and Central Florida for Families
Discover Florida spots where you can walk on water!
Sleepover with the dinosaurs at the Orlando Science Center. Photo by Charlotte B
Spend the Night at the Museum: 9 Museums and Zoos that Host Sleepovers in Orlando
Museum sleepovers are fun ways to learn and explore!
Tour the Florida Everglades aboard the coolest mode of transportation--airboat! Kids will LOVE getting close to nature on a Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures tour. Photo courtesy Visit Orlando
18 Cool Ways to Tour Orlando with Kids
Bring kids to tour Orlando in cool and creative ways!
Stay cool and dry this summer while battling dinosaurs at an Orlando arcade! Photo by author
Best Arcades in Orlando for Kids & Teens
Bring kids and teens to these fun Orlando arcades!
Toddlers and young kids can let loose with their prehistoric friends at Dinosaur World's cute playground. Photo by Charlotte Blanton
30 Fun Things to Do with Orlando Toddlers and Preschoolers in Summer
Treat Orlando toddlers to summer fun!
Teens and tweens love the wet and wild fun at Walt Disney World's Typhoon Lagoon. Photo by author
Best Things to Do at Walt Disney World with Teens and Tweens
Take teens to Disney World for a trip of a lifetime!
Swim at the freshwater Juniper Springs in Silver Springs, Florida. US Forest Service photo by Susan Blake
Top 10 Natural Springs in Florida Near Orlando
A refreshing swim awaits at these natural swimming holes.
Celebrate your child's birthday party at Gatorland. Photo courtesy of Gatorland
21 Top Orlando Birthday Party Venues for Kids to Celebrate
Make your child's birthday special at these Orlando party spots!
Bonnet Springs Park in Lakeland makes the the perfect outdoor day trip.
100 Free Things to Do in Orlando with Kids
100 ways to entertain your kids in Orlando...for FREE!
Create magical moments at Hollywood Studios, including those with Florida's only snowman, Olaf!
Secret Tips for Visiting Walt Disney World With Babies and Toddlers
Check out our awesome guide to help create the most magical trip!
SeaWorld Orlando theme park, zoo and aquarium offers exciting rides and roller coasters, up-close animal encounters. Photo by the author
100 Best Things To Do in Orlando with Kids Before They Grow Up (Other than Theme Parks)
Check out the ultimate things to do in Orlando with kids — including attractions...
The Yardery is a fun Orlando restaurant for both kids and adults...and even dogs!
Best Orlando Restaurants with Play Spaces for Kids
Restaurants with play spaces help kids and adults stay happy.
Splash around in the water feature at Bok Tower's Hammock Hollow Children's Garden. Photo courtesy of Bok Tower Gardens
25 Secret Orlando Spots Kids Will Love
Check out these secret Orlando spots that kids will love!
Check out our list of the best Orlando parks to host birthday parties!
Top Orlando Parks for Kids' Birthday Parties
Take a look at our fave Orlando parks perfect for birthday parties!
Spend a few hours exploring Orlando with Winter Park Scenic Boat Tours. Photo courtesy of the company
3 Days in Orlando with Kids (Minus the Theme Parks): Itinerary From a Local Mom
Use this fun, three-day itinerary to explore Orlando and skip the theme parks!
Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort start this weekend, including the ever-popular Grinchmas live show. Photo courtesy Universal Orlando
Jingle Eve, Christmas on the Farm, and More Fun Things to Do in Orlando This Weekend With Kids
Enjoy fun things to do in Orlando this weekend!

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Winter Garden Christmas Parade
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Mount Dora Christmas Parade
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Gatorland's Holiday Ho-Ho-Ho-Down
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Gatorland's Holiday Ho-Ho-Ho-Down
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Christmas on the Farm at Southern Hill Farms
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OCLS The Nutcracker Presented by the Central Florida Ballet
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Leesburg Christmas on the Water
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