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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Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is a family-friendly event sure to brighten your holiday season. Now in its fifth year, this mesmerizing Orlando event offers an unforgettable evening filled with spectacular lantern displays, festive holiday cheer, and a celebration of cultural traditions.
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Looking for the best things to do in Orlando this New Year's Eve weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your holiday weekend list!
This New Year's Eve weekend in Orlando features a host of thrilling activities for the whole family. Ring in 2025 with early New Year's Eve celebrations at Brevard Zoo, Millie Moo's, Monkey Joe's, and more. Older kids can enjoy New Year's Eve fireworks at Sunset Walk, Mount Dora, and Avalon Park. And start the New Year enjoying the beautiful outdoors at a First Day Hike in one of Florida's amazing state parks. Whatever you choose, have a happy New Year and know Mommy Poppins will be with you in Orlando all through 2025!
New Year's Eve is almost here and that means 2025, 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 fun, family-friendly parties to celebrate with kids. Many of these events count down at a kid-friendly 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 for Kids 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!
Most schools in Central Florida are closed for Christmas vacation between December 21, 2024 and January 5, 2025, 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.
Florida's first and only alpine snow park, Snowcat Ridge, is officially open for the 2024-25 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!
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