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Veterans Day Weekend 2024 in Orlando: 23 Best Things To Do With Kids

Submitted by Charlotte B on Wed, 11/06/2024 - 9:53am

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, the most magical holiday tradition, returns to Magic Kingdom on select nights beginning this weekend!

Looking for the best things to do in Orlando this Veterans Day weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

Honor veterans and military personnel this Veterans Day weekend at Celebration's Founders and Veterans Parade, City of Orlando Veterans Day Parade, and more dignified events. Get into the seasonal spirit early with several holiday and Christmas events kicking off this weekend! Head to the Mall at Millenia on Friday for Santa's Magical Arrival. Visit the theme parks as holiday festivities return with Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom and Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios. Plus more fun events to fill up your long weekend!

Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving in Orlando: Thanksgiving Meals at Orlando Theme Parks

Submitted by Charlotte B on Fri, 11/01/2024 - 7:14am

The Capital Grille is a yummy spot to bring the family for Thanksgiving dinner.

Restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Orlando offer families the chance to relax when it comes to cooking and cleaning. Whether your family is taking a Thanksgiving vacation in Orlando or you live local and want a traditional Thanksgiving meal without the stress of prep, we’ve rounded up the best, family-friendly Orlando restaurants that are serving Thanksgiving menus for the holiday. Gobble ‘til you wobble at these yummy restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Orlando, as well as tasty spots at Orlando theme parks and resorts.

Because Orlando can get very busy during Thanksgiving, we recommend making advance reservations to ensure your family has a spot—in fact, it may be impossible at some Orlando restaurants to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal without the reservation! That sentiment goes toward the theme park restaurants as well!

Halloween Weekend 2024 in Orlando: Trick-or-Treat and More Things To Do with Kids

Submitted by Charlotte B on Tue, 10/29/2024 - 8:08am

SeaWorld’s Spooktacular runs through Nov. 3 with fun surprises, candy, costumes, and more. Photo by the author

Looking for the best things to do in Orlando this Halloween weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

Round up your little goblins and ghouls—Halloween weekend in Orlando is packed with fang-tastic events for all ages! Enjoy spooktacular and safe trick-or-treating on Halloween night at EEK-onville Trunk or Treat, Halloween at Cranes Roost Park, Halloween at Old Town, and Mall-O-Ween at the Oviedo Mall. When Halloween wraps up, the fun continues with First Friday street parties in Eustis and Maitland. Plus, make the most of the nice fall weather with exciting outdoor festivals like Greek Fest Orlando in Maitland, Lady of the Lakes Renaissance Faire in Tavares, Fall Fiesta in the Park at Lake Eola, and many more fall festivities!

Check out our Orlando Halloween Guide for more details about the holiday, including the Best Neighborhoods for Trick-or-Treating! Subscribe to our email list and receive updates about everything happening around Orlando all year round.

Best Neighborhoods to Trick-or-Treat on Halloween in Orlando

Submitted by Charlotte B on Mon, 10/28/2024 - 9:27am

Bring the family to Old Town this Halloween for trick-or-treating, costume contests, and thriller dancers. Photo courtesy of Old Town

Experience the ultimate Orlando Halloween event with a memorable night of trick-or-treating! While several families choose to trick-or-treat in their own Orlando neighborhoods, we understand that's not always an option for everyone. That's why we've curated a list of the best neighborhoods to trick-or-treat across Orlando and Central Florida, so you can enjoy an unforgettable Halloween night!

Besides our favorite Halloween neighborhoods to trick-or-treat near Orlando, we've got a ton of Halloween content in our Orlando Halloween Events Guide. Learn more about FREE Halloween events, Halloween activities for toddlers, and more!

30 Best Things to Do in Orlando November 2024 with Kids

Submitted by Charlotte B on Sun, 10/27/2024 - 9:53am

If you haven't experienced Christmas at Gaylord Palms, add it to your calendar this season, including the return of the iconic ICE! Photo courtesy of Marriott International

November brings plenty of things to do in Orlando, as we gear up for holiday events from Veterans Day to Thanksgiving and full steam ahead to Christmas. Don’t miss our favorite kid-friendly events and activities in Orlando this month!

We are so excited to kick off the holiday season this November with amazing light displays at Leu Gardens' Dazzling Lights, Asian Lantern Festival, and Magic of Lights Daytona. Festive celebrations will also light up the theme parks, including SeaWorld Orlando's Christmas Celebration, Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort, Disney Jollywood Nights, and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. Plus, families can continue enjoying the best of fall with fantastic fall festivals, such as Lake Eola's Fall Fiesta in the Park, Oviedo's Great Day in the Country, and Orlando's Fusion Fest.

We’re adding more events to our family activity calendar every day, so don’t forget to check it frequently. Get our picks for every weekend in your inbox—sign up for our newsletters!

11 Scenic Train Rides Through Florida for Families

Submitted by Charlotte B on Fri, 10/25/2024 - 10:17am

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

Looking for a new way to tour Florida? Immerse yourself and your family in fun and adventure as you step aboard these Florida train rides. Whether you’re looking for a scenic day trip by train, a theme park train ride, or a special holiday train like The Polar Express, there are scenic train rides in Florida to please every age and interest. Train enthusiasts—both large and small—will love riding the rails on these Florida train rides.

And if you're looking for an easy, fast, and luxurious way to travel between West Palm Beach and Miami, check out our experience on the South Florida Brightline train!

Visiting SeaWorld Orlando's Halloween Spooktacular with Kids

Submitted by Charlotte B on Sun, 10/06/2024 - 8:45am

Wander through the magical bubble trail at SeaWorld Orlando's Spooktacular event.

SeaWorld Orlando’s Spooktacular is a family-friendly, daytime event that offers a safe and exciting way to celebrate Halloween. With candy stations, themed entertainment, and plenty of festive costumes, it’s a fantastic way to get into the Halloween spirit without the fear factor. Whether your kids love dancing with characters or exploring the park in costumes, there's something magical for everyone. If you're planning to take your kids to SeaWorld Spooktacular, here’s what you need to know!

35 Best Things to Do in Orlando October 2024 with Kids

Submitted by Charlotte B on Sun, 09/29/2024 - 6:22am

Pig on the Pond is an annual community event featuring carnival rides, kids zone, BBQ competition, and more. Photo courtesy of the event

Families are in for a treat this October in Orlando with a packed calendar of fun events to enjoy, including Halloween and fall festivals!

Fall festivals are in full swing and we've scoured the area for the best Orlando events in October for families and kids. Central Florida's theme parks are seasonally decorated, and guests can enjoy events such as Epcot's Food and Wine Festival, SeaWorld's Halloween Spooktacular, and Legoland's Brick-or-Treat. Set aside an October weekend to navigate your way through one (or more) of the Orlando corn mazes, snap family photos at a pumpkin patch, and make lasting memories at more events in Orlando.

Some of the best Halloween events in Orlando are included here, but be sure to check out our fully loaded Orlando Halloween Guide and Fall Fun Guide for Orlando Kids for all happenings and ideas this October.

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