Plan your holiday adventure in The Crossings with our ultimate event guide. For The Crossings residents and newcomers, this guide highlights the top festive events.
One of the standout attractions this season is the iconic ICE at Gaylord Palms Resort, where you can wander through stunning ice sculptures crafted by talented artisans. Engaging in a delightful blend of holiday cheer, Dickens on Centre boasts charming Victorian characters, food vendors, and live entertainment that captures the spirit of the season. And the SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring dazzling light displays and festive shows with beloved sea creatures. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around The Crossings
- ICE at Gaylord Palms Resort (Lake Buena Vista)
- Dickens on Centre (Fernandina Beach)
- SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration (Orlando)
- Clearwater’s Polar Express Experience (Clearwater)
- Season of Light (Maitland)
- Florida Cracker Christmas (Brooksville)
- Main Street Christmas Tree Lighting (Alachua)
See these and even more events listed below!
The Crossings Holiday Light Displays
Season of Light
What to Expect:
Snow sledding and festive activities at Lake Lily Park.
Description:
Maitland's Season of Light is a family-friendly event featuring snow sledding, carnival games, fireworks, vendors, live music, and a tree lighting ceremony with Santa.
Where: Maitland | More Info: Season of Light
The Crossings Holiday Shows and Entertainment
ICE at Gaylord Palms Resort
What to Expect:
Larger-than-life ice sculptures from a beloved Christmas film.
Description:
ICE at Gaylord Palms Resort features larger-than-life ice sculptures depicting iconic scenes from the beloved Christmas film "Elf." Guests can follow Buddy the Elf's journey from the North Pole to New York City, encountering favorite characters along the way. The attraction includes seating areas for unique photo moments and live carving demonstrations.
Where: Lake Buena Vista | More Info: ICE at Gaylord Palms Resort
Dickens on Centre
What to Expect:
Victorian-themed holiday celebration with live music and entertainment.
Description:
Dickens on Centre is a Victorian-inspired holiday festival in Downtown Fernandina, featuring costumed characters, themed entertainment, and live music.
Where: Fernandina Beach | More Info: Dickens on Centre
SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration in a zoo setting
Description:
SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration transforms the park into a vibrant holiday scene with millions of sparkling lights, snow flurries, award-winning live shows, and ice-skating. Meet beloved characters like Santa and Rudolph, enjoy festive foods, and experience the enchanting Sea of Trees.
Where: Orlando | More Info: SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration
Clearwater’s Polar Express Experience
What to Expect:
Free family-friendly event with a Holiday-Sing-a-Long and Polar Express screening.
Description:
Clearwater’s Polar Express Experience features a Holiday-Sing-a-Long with the Ruth Eckerd Hall Chorus and a screening of the Oscar-nominated animated movie, Polar Express, starring Tom Hanks. The event includes family-friendly activities, games, crafts, and a photo opportunity with Santa Claus.
Where: Clearwater | More Info: Clearwater’s Polar Express Experience
Florida Cracker Christmas
What to Expect:
Historical reenactments and local crafts.
Description:
The 5th Annual Florida Cracker Christmas is a festive celebration featuring live historical demonstrators, vendors, and various foods. It showcases local history through a craft fair with handmade items and pioneer demonstrations, celebrating the Florida Pioneer and the rich history of the Christmas community.
Where: Brooksville | More Info: Florida Cracker Christmas
The Crossings Other Holiday Activities
Main Street Christmas Tree Lighting
What to Expect:
Family-friendly holiday celebration with Santa and festive activities.
Description:
Join us for the Main Street Christmas Tree Lighting in Alachua, featuring a children's train, bounce house, arts and crafts, live music, carriage rides, and free hot chocolate and popcorn. Take photos with Santa and enjoy a variety of activities along historic Main Street.
Where: Alachua | More Info: Main Street Christmas Tree Lighting
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Kendale Lakes (3 miles)
- The Hammocks (3 miles)
- Kendall West (3 miles)
- Richmond West (5 miles)
- South Miami Heights (5 miles)
- Kendall (5 miles)
- University Park (6 miles)
- Palmetto Bay (6 miles)
- Tamiami (6 miles)
- Sweetwater (7 miles)
- Cutler Ridge (7 miles)
- Westchester (7 miles)
- Cutler Bay (8 miles)
- Fountainebleau (8 miles)
- Coral Terrace (8 miles)
- Flagami (8 miles)
- Coral Gables (9 miles)
- Princeton (9 miles)
- Coconut Grove (9 miles)
- Doral (11 miles)
- Leisure City (12 miles)
- Hialeah Gardens (14 miles)
- Homestead (15 miles)
- Miami (15 miles)
- Allapattah (15 miles)
- Hialeah (15 miles)
- West Little River (16 miles)
- Miami Lakes (17 miles)
- Miami Beach (19 miles)
- Country Club (20 miles)
- North Miami (20 miles)
- Golden Glades (21 miles)
- Carol City (21 miles)
- Miami Gardens (21 miles)
- Norland (23 miles)
- North Miami Beach (23 miles)
- Miramar (24 miles)
- Pembroke Pines (25 miles)
- Aventura (26 miles)
- Sunny Isles Beach (26 miles)
- Hallandale Beach (27 miles)
- West Hollywood (28 miles)
- Cooper City (28 miles)
- Hollywood (28 miles)
- Davie (29 miles)
- Weston (30 miles)
- Dania Beach (31 miles)
- Plantation (34 miles)
- Lauderhill (34 miles)
- Fort Lauderdale (35 miles)
- Lauderdale Lakes (36 miles)
- Sunrise (37 miles)
- Oakland Park (38 miles)
- Tamarac (39 miles)
- North Lauderdale (39 miles)
- Margate (41 miles)
- Coral Springs (42 miles)
- Coconut Creek (42 miles)
- Pompano Beach (43 miles)