Holiday Happenings in Central Florida

Holiday Happenings in Central Florida is our annual blog post listing local Christmas events and activities happening in Central Florida. This year’s events are highlighted by Christmas themed events at LEGOLAND® Florida Resort in Winter Haven, Bok Tower Garden, and Polk County History Center.

Holiday Happenings in Central Florida

Wonder House Christmas Tours

The Wonder House in Bartow will be hosting Christmas tours from November 14 – January 9. Tours are available Friday – Sunday and must be scheduled in advance, via the Wonder House website, and tours typically last an hour and a half.

Holidays at LEGOLAND

Celebrate the holidays the LEGOLAND way! This jolly time of year features a combination of seasonal shows and treats, special LEGO characters, twinkling lights, fireworks on select nights and more during Holidays at LEGOLAND and Kids’ New Year’s Party! Select dates: November 27-29, December 5-6, 12-13, 19-20 & 24-31. All shows and events related to Holidays at LEGOLAND is included with General Admission.

Holidays at Bok Tower Gardens

A favorite with visitors and locals alike, Christmas at Bok Tower Gardens will again feature the Holiday Home Tour at Pinewood Estate from November 27 through January 3.

Find the full schedule on our blog: Christmas at Bok Tower Gardens.

Polk County History Center Festival of Wreaths

The Polk County History Center is proud to host their annual 10th Annual Festival of Wreaths, November 12 – December 16. Each wreath is sold via silent auction with all proceeds benefiting the History Center. Visit the museum Tuesday – Saturday between 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Outstanding Holiday Entertainment

You can enjoy numerous holiday performances throughout Polk County including The Great American Trailer Park Christmas Musical, December 7-9 and 14-16, Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol on December 8, Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker on December 15-16 and Moscow Ballet Great Russian Nutcracker on December 20.

Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker

We have many more wonderful events and activities taking place all across Polk County, as well as the best places to stay in Central Florida, and tips for making your time in Central Florida merry and bright. Happy Holidays!