Here is a look at some of the best events taking place this weekend. Remember, you can always visit the complete events calendar by clicking on “EVENTS” on our main menu.
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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20
The Golden Gals – A Christmas Musical!
December 19 @ 7:00 pm – December 23 @ 9:00 pm
Parliament House Orlando, 410 N Orange Blossom Trail
Orlando, FL 32805 United States
THE GALS ARE BACK! Fresh off of their sell-out run this past summer, THE GOLDEN GALS return for a very special CHRISTMAS MUSICAL! Starring: Gidget Galore as RoseDivine Grace as DorothyMRMS Adrien as SophiaGinger Minj as Blanche Special guest Doug Ba’aser.
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Movie in the Park – ELF
December 20 @ 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Blue Jacket Park, 2501 General Reese Ave
Orlando, FL 32789 United States
Carroll Bradford presents our 3rd Annual Movie in the Park featuring ELF! Come join us for this FREE event for all ages. Grab your kids and friends for a night of laughs. We encourage you to bring a chair and/or blanket and arrive early to get a spot. The movie will start at 7:00 PM! Be sure to get your free ticket above to help us get an approximate number of attendees! We hope to see you there!
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Evening Exchange at East End
December 20 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
East End Market Orlando, FL United States + Google Map
Various prices
Each 3rd Friday of the month (6-10 pm), we host an event called the Evening Exchange (EvEx) where we bring together incredible local makers, retailers, curators, thought leaders and risk-takers. As a community, this event is our chance to show off the amazing talent we have right here in Central Florida and to celebrate the vibrant place we call home.
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Living Nativity Interactive Experience
December 20 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm|Recurring Event (See all)
Audubon Park Covenant Church, 3219 Chelsea St
Orlando, FL 32803-2855 United States + Google Map
FREE
The Journey to Bethlehem comes alive in this Living Nativity including live animals and live music! Great experience for all ages. A favorite of the Orlando community in the heart of one of it’s most beautiful neighborhoods- the Audubon Park Garden District! Free to attend- donations are appreciated.
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Tom & Dan Pint Night @TheFalcon
December 20 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Falcon, 819 E. Washington Street, Suite 2
Orlando, FL 32801 United States + Google Map
Various prices
Our friends over at A Corporate Time with Tom and Dan are feeling the true spirit of giving! Come by The Falcon and grab a free T&D Pint Glass with beer purchase! Word on the street is some of the folks from the show will be making an appearance!
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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21
Bourbon Barrel Aged Coffee Pop Up
December 21 @ 11:30 am – 2:30 pm
RockPit Brewing, 10 W. Illiana Street
Orlando, Florida 32806 + Google Map
Just in time for last-minute shopping… join us at RockPit Brewing for a pop-up shop! Pre-order your coffee and select pickup at Rockpit. Choose from 12 oz Bourbon Barrel Aged or Bourbon Pecan Pie, or 6 oz Half Barrel Bourbon Barrel Aged. They make great gifts for the coffee lovers in your life.
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Winter Wonderland Festival in Lake Nona
December 21 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Nona Adventure Park, 14086 Centerline Drive
Orlando, FL 32827 United States
Santa is Coming to the Winter Festival in Lake Nona! Play Reindeer Games, Holiday Crafts, Photos with Santa, Great Food, and Snow Flurries! The Winter Wonderland Festival in Lake Nona is a brand new festive winter experience.
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The Nutcracker, presented by Orlando Ballet
December 21 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm|Recurring Event (See all)
Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts+ Google Map
$44 – $114
Orlando Ballet presents the beloved holiday tradition, The Nutcracker. As the lights dim and the music soars, let the magical world of Clara’s dreams take you on a journey through sparkling snowflakes, waltzing flowers, and dancing sweets! Will the Nutcracker triumph over the mischievous Mouse King?
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Ghost Stories of Christmas: A Christmas Carol
December 21 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Floridabilt, 99 W. South Street
Orlando, United States + Google Map
$20
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year! There’ll be scary ghost stories, and tales of the glories of Christmases long, long ago.” This staple of the contemporary Christmas Carol canon alludes to a revered, and now almost completely forgotten, holiday tradition of telling ghost stories on Christmas Eve.
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Creepy Christmas Cabaret
December 21 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
IRON COW, 2438 East Robinson St
Orlando, FL 32803 United States + Google Map
Various prices
Join us for an evening of dark and delightful debauchery at Opera del Sol’s Creepy Christmas Cabaret. Hosted by our seductive Madame, our singers will join you for a fabulous Christmas Party… in HELL. With original script and direction from local favorite, Michael Knight, this is a one-night-only event not to be missed.
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Ugly Sweater & Onesie Party
December 21 @ 9:00 pm – December 22 @ 2:00 am
Stardust Lounge Orlando, 431 E. Central
Orlando, FL 32801 United States + Google Map
FREE
It’s the weekend before Christmas and you want to put on that ugly sweater or onesie and need a place to party and drink? Come play at Stardust Lounge.
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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22
Mellow Market: Holiday Edition!
December 22 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
The Owl’s Attic, 3106 Corrine Drive
Orlando, FL 32803 United States + Google Map
Various prices
eat 🌭 drink 🍻 shop 🎁 be merry 🎄 Mellow Market is back just in time for all you last minute holiday shoppers! Come out and support our curated collection of 40+ local handmade and vintage vendors, and enjoy spins from DJ Preston! Shop small this holiday season 💛🎁 Hosted by The Owl’s Attic!
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Will’s Pub Presents The Hanukkah Spectacular!!
December 22 @ 9:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Will’s Pub, 1042 N Mills Avenue
Orlando, FL 32803 United States + Google Map
FREE
Come on down to Will’s Pub & Synagogue to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year! Yes… That’s right! It’s the FIRST NIGHT OF HANUKKAH!
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