Charlotte Blanton
Charlotte Blanton, a Central Florida native and mom of three, holds a business degree from the University of Florida (Go Gators!). After a career in corporate finance, she pivoted to stay home with her kids and found her passion for writing through Mommy Poppins. She loves exploring local theme parks and discovering fun activities for families in Central Florida.
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From New Year's Day to MLK weekend and beyond, January is packed with free activities for Orlando kids. Don’t miss our favorite FREE things to do in Orlando with kids this month!
Our wallets are in need of a breather for January after the great spending sprees of December. Here are fun, FREE events in Orlando this January to enjoy memorable experiences without straining your budget. These awesome, free activities in January 2026 include Three Kings Day in Osceola, Cops 'N Cars for Kids in Oviedo, Get Hook'd on Lake Monroe in Sanford, and more. MLK parades and events take place in Downtown Orlando, Kissimmee, Eatonville, Winter Park, Ocoee, and Winter Garden. And that's just the beginning!
These are just some of our favorite things to do in January for Orlando kids; we're adding more events to our Orlando events calendar every day.
New Year's Eve is almost here and that means 2026, and Orlando New Year's Eve fireworks, are just around the corner! While several Orlando New Year's Eve events are geared toward adults, there are many family-friendly parties to celebrate with kids. Many of these NYE activities for kids count down at an earlier hour, so you can still follow normal bedtime routines. If you have tweens and teens that can make it to midnight, some Orlando evening events include fireworks at the turn of the year. Read on for all the details of what's happening for Orlando New Year's Eve!
Looking for the best things to do in Orlando this Christmas weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list!
Christmas weekend is here— hopefully the tree is decorated, presents are wrapped, and holiday plans are finalized. Assuming you're looking to get out of the house on Christmas weekend, Orlando is brimming with things to do. Celebrate Christmas in Orlando at SeaWorld, Epcot, Universal, or any of the other Central Florida theme parks open during the holiday weekend. Looking for Christmas lights? Check out amazing displays at Daytona International Speedway and Leu Gardens.
We've also rounded up the best Orlando Restaurants Open on Christmas Day as well as What's Open on Christmas Day in Orlando. Whatever your plans this weekend, have a very happy holiday from your friends at Mommy Poppins!
Florida's first and only alpine snow park, Snowcat Ridge, is officially open for the 2025-26 season! This outdoor attraction offers beloved winter activities like a snow tubing hill, Arctic igloo snow play area, outdoor ice skating, a Santa village, and more. Read all about it below, plus we've included more places to enjoy Florida "snow" and related activities around Central Florida.
For even more winter fun, visit our Orlando Winter Activities Guide. Get info about fun holiday events, great indoor and outdoor day trips, holiday lights, and more things to do as the weather drops!
Enjoy the Christmas holiday in Miami and South Florida minus the food prep and cleanup. These great area restaurants are open on Christmas Day.
Orlando shines during the holidays, but some of the region’s most memorable festivities happen off the beaten path! If your family is looking for something a little quirky, adventurous, or even spooky this season, these unique events and experiences deliver plenty of holiday magic with a twist. From surfing Santas and glowing waterways to gothic theater and haunts, here are the most unusual and underrated Christmas activities around Central Florida.
Most schools in Central Florida are closed for Christmas vacation between December 22, 2025 and January 6, 2026, leaving two weeks for family fun. This winter break is a great time to take day trips from Orlando, catch up on holiday events, and enjoy time to sleep in!
From the best holiday lights in Orlando to must-do Christmas activities, Mommy Poppins Orlando has you covered this winter holiday break! Here are some ideas below to help plan those school-free, staycation days, and be sure to check our Orlando events calendar for more things to do as they pop up.
With all the hustle and bustle of the holidays, perhaps skip cooking and dine at one of the many Orlando restaurants open on Christmas. Read on for a list of places around Orlando to enjoy a nice meal on December 25, including Orlando theme parks serving tasty fare during Christmas.
In addition to the list below, most of these Orlando dinner shows are also open on Christmas. Be sure to also check out our Orlando Restaurants Guide for more yummy ideas! Need more festive local activities this holiday season? Get your fill by perusing the Orlando Holiday and Christmas Guide.
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