The holiday season is in full swing, and if you find
yourself on
International Drive, don’t miss out on all the holiday festivities that will surely get you into
to the holiday spirit!
Holiday Lights!
Everyone can appreciate the beautiful Christmas lights that
make their way out of the attic during the season – but when they find their
way onto the tallest observation wheel on the east coast of the United States;
there is no denying that they will have you feeling the holiday spirit! Sunday
through Thursday at 8pm and 9pm and on Friday and Saturday at 8pm, 9pm, and
10pm, head to
ICON Park Orlando for a stunning
Holiday Light Show, where over 64,000 LED lights will light the sky during a kaleidoscopic 10-minute
show in synchrony to a festive holiday track! This light show is a must see for
visitors on I-Drive during the holiday season, and the shows only run through
January 6th, so don’t miss what is truly a stunning display of
lights!
Holiday Seasons – Theme Park Style!
Looking to add a little mischief to your merry? Take your
Holiday season to new heights when you head to
Universal Orlando Resort to take part in a whole new line-up of holiday festivities! Experience
Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter as Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley,
both are transformed to encompass a wonderous spirit! And, watch the live retelling
of Dr. Seuss’s classic holiday tale starring the infamous Grinch as the
Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular returns for another year of awesome! Plus,
Holiday festivities wouldn’t be complete with a Holiday Parade! Watch merry and
mayhem come together as the Minions join Santa Claus for the all-new Universal
Orlando Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s!
SeaWorld will also be embracing the Holiday Spirit during
their
Christmas Celebration, a celebration that includes over 3 million sparkling lights to deck the halls
throughout the entire park! The line-up of Christmas festivities going down
during this celebration is unbelievable and will surely get everyone in the
family into the Holiday Spirit! SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration offerings have
event days on December 14th through December 31st, and Holiday Favorites at the park are offered daily through December 31st!
some events include their O Wondrous Night, Sesame Street’s Elmo’s Christmas
Wish, Winter Wonderland on Ice, The Christmas Market, and so many more! So, be
sure to check out the line-up of Christmas festivities and plan to partake
before the Season comes to an end!
Where Christmas Happens.
Get into the Holiday spirit when you attend one, or all, of
the many events being held at
Rosen Shingle Creek to celebrate the Holiday season! On event nights, Rosen Shingle Creek will also
be hosting dance and ballet performances for the whole family to enjoy, a
holiday chocolate display that will be open for viewing for the entirety of the
month, plus a non-profit partner Christmas Tree Display as well! This display
features Christmas trees decorated by each of International Drive Non-Profit
Partner Organizations to raise money for children and those in need in our
community! Their Winter Wonderland will be held on December 15th and 22nd, so
hop aboard the, “Shingle Creek Express”, grab a delicious bite to eat at one of
the hotel’s award-winning restaurants, and indulge in various holiday themed
activities as you take in the spectacular lighting and holiday décor around the
resort! Get all the details you’ll need for each of these family fun holiday
inspired
events here!
Christmas Eve & Christmas Day!
The day everyone has been waiting for is right around the
corner! But, if you’re still trying to figure out what to do for Christmas Eve
and Christmas Day,
International Drive has tons of options for you to choose from to make the day stress free, fun,
and let’s not forget, delicious! If you’re hoping to start a new Holiday
tradition, head to
Tapa Toro Tapas Bar & Paella Pit for an all-you-can-eat seasonal paella with salad, dessert, and live
entertainment for just $30 per person (plus tax & gratuity). Plus, starting at 3pm on Christmas Eve and running through Christmas Day, enjoy a
specially prepared 3 course prix fixe menu! Another great opportunity to switch
things up this Christmas is by going Greek! Celebrate Christmas OPA style when
you indulge in a delicious meal at
Taverna Opa! With cold and hot Meze appetizers, a meat platter, and drool-worthy dessert,
your taste buds will be merry! But they’ll also be offering their family-style
menu for four, live belly dancing entertainment, and an in-house DJ for you and
your friends and family to enjoy for just $28 dollars per person!
If a buffet with endless varieties of food is more your
style, you’ll also find world-class buffets to enjoy on International Drive for
Christmas this year! Rosen Shingle Creek will be hosting a
Christmas Brunch
Buffet at Café Osceola where you can pair unlimited champagne and mimosas with a tantalizing holiday
buffet stocked full of seasonal classics and chef stations serving up delicious
dishes, plus Florida residents get 25% off! On Christmas Day, Rosen Plaza Hotel
will also be putting on a
Christmas Holiday Buffet for you and your family to enjoy. This buffet will run from noon to 5pm and
will feature dazzling feasts including all your favorite classic fishes like
roasted turkey and prime rib, as well as fresh seafood and delectable desserts like
yule logs and Christmas cookies to finish your brunch off strong!
Each year, families and friends come together to celebrate
the Holidays, and this year is no different! Join us on
International Drive for an unforgettable
Holiday season this year!