{"id":503,"date":"2010-11-15T10:00:17","date_gmt":"2010-11-15T15:00:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.myrealestateorlando.com\/?p=503"},"modified":"2010-11-15T12:06:31","modified_gmt":"2010-11-15T17:06:31","slug":"holidaze","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myrealestateorlando.com\/?p=503","title":{"rendered":"Holidaze"},"content":{"rendered":"

Orlando is a wonderful place to be for the holidays. There are many fun events to enjoy with family and friends. I am going to mention a few of my favorites.<\/p>\n

1. Ice! at the Gaylord Palms:<\/p>\n

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ICE! 2009<\/p><\/div>\n

I have been to this event the past several years and it just gets better every year. Basically you get to wear a parka and walk through a 9 degree ice wonderland. There are also ice slides at the end! Here is a little more about the event:<\/p>\n

November 20, 2010 – January 2, 2011<\/strong>
\nOpen daily, including holidays. Hours vary.<\/p>\n

Click\u00a0here<\/a> to purchase tickets.<\/p>\n

ICE! is Florida\u2019s favorite frigid Christmas tradition, with over 18,000-square-feet of frosty 9-degree bliss played out in a winter wonderland of exciting hand-carved sculptures. And this year it\u2019s really all that it\u2019s cracked up to be, featuring duel 30-foot slides and an all-new, awe inspiring tribute to the unforgettable classic \u2018Twas the Night Before Christmas. This beloved story of childhood imagination, whimsy, and hope comes to life right before your family\u2019s eyes! And while you\u2019re thawing out from this coolest of attractions, you can all bask in the dazzling lights of the magnificent Christmas Tree Lighting and spirited Luminescence Christmas show. You may feel a chill in the air, but you\u2019ll feel warmth in your heart as you create wonderful Christmas memories that last a lifetime.<\/p>\n

The award-winning attraction is carved by a team of 40 artisans from Harbin, China. The talented artisans spend more than a month in Kissimmee creating this one-of-a-kind attraction. Harbin is best known for its annual International Ice and Snow Festival, where more than 2,000 sculptors annually carve a 100-acre walk-through ice park, using ice from the nearby Songhua River.<\/p>\n

2. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party:<\/p>\n

I went to this for the first time last year and it was a lot of fun! There is snow falling on main street, complimentary hot cocoa and cookies, and a holiday parade and fireworks spectacular. It runs select dates in November and December.<\/p>\n

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Cinderella's Castle<\/p><\/div>\n

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party features are below:<\/p>\n

Click\u00a0here<\/a> for dates and ticket information.<\/p>\n

*The enchanted Castle Dream Lights on Cinderella Castle
\n*Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade, complete with a special appearance by Santa Claus himself
\n*An exclusive holiday fireworks extravaganza \u2014 Holiday Wishes: Celebrate the Spirit of the Season
\n*Live entertainment featuring Disney Characters
\n*Meet and greet opportunities with Disney Characters
\n*Complimentary cookies and hot cocoa
\n*A magical snow fall on Main Street, U.S.A.
\n*Many of the most popular Magic Kingdom attractions<\/p>\n

3. Now Snowing in Celebration<\/p>\n

I went to this the year before last and it is a great little event. The main street in Celebration has a snow fall and there is various holiday entertainment around the Town Center.<\/p>\n

Here is some additional information:<\/p>\n

Nightly Snow Falls at 6, 7, 8 and 9 PM. Photos with Santa, Strolling Holiday Carolers, an Ice Rink, \u00a0Entertainment and more!!!<\/strong><\/p>\n

A Celebration tradition! Join Celebration Town Center as they kick off 12th \u00a0Annual Now Snowing event with a Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 27th from 5:30-9 PM.\u00a0 This special tree lighting event will feature live music, a special entrance by Santa Claus himself, and family fun for everyone.<\/p>\n

Now Snowing, Central Florida\u2019s original and premier \u201cSnowing\u201d event, offers an all new ice rink \u00a0and a schedule filled with surprises. Now Snowing is a month long Winter Wonderland Spectacular featuring strolling Charles Dickens Carolers, photos with Santa, horse drawn carriage rides, the Celebration Express train, and nightly snowfall at 6:00, 7:00, 8:00 and 9:00 PM.<\/strong><\/p>\n

4. Festival of Trees at the Orlando Museum of Art:<\/p>\n

I have not been to this event yet but heard great things about it, especially the Gingerbread Village. I hope to attend this year. This event runs November 13-21.<\/p>\n

Below are some of the festival areas:<\/p>\n

Click\u00a0here<\/a> for more information and to purchase tickets.<\/p>\n

Trees & Vignettes \/\u00a0 Deck The Halls<\/strong>
\nBrowse our beautifully decorated designer\u00a0trees and vignettes available for sale or\u00a0visit our Deck The Halls area to purchase a smaller tree or wreath.
\nGingerbread Village<\/strong>
\nEnjoy the delicious aroma of beautifully crafted gingerbread houses which are available for sale.
\nToyland Town & Shop<\/strong>
\nA fun place for children to play games, do crafts and visit wtih Santa at scheduled times or come and purchase some items in our gift shop, priced especially for small pockets.
\nEntertaining By Design, Sponsored by Winter Park Magazine
\n<\/strong>Win a spectacularly designed tabletop, jewelry, gift certificates and other exciting items in our drawings.
\nHoliday Boutique & Holiday Garden<\/strong>
\nShop for everyone on your gift list in our one of a kind boutique or our\u00a0garden for all of your holiday outdoor decor needs.
\nSpecial Displays<\/strong>
\nView our beautiful private collections of holiday items and our Department 56 Christmas Village.
\nFestival Cafe
\n<\/strong>Take a break and enjoy some delicious food and beverages.<\/p>\n

Hope everyone’s holidays are very happy!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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