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. You can also hear our editor’s event picks below.
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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9
Evening Exchange at East End
5-9 pm.
East End Market
Various prices
Howdy neighbors…. We’re so happy to host an Evening Exchange (EvEx) once again! This event is 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 […]
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Holiday Movie at Lake Eola Park – The Nightmare Before Christmas
7-10 p.m.
Lake Eola Park 195 N Rosalind Ave, Orlando, FL
FREE
Pack your blankets, chairs, and snacks for the whole family to enjoy The Nightmare Before Christmas on the East Lawn at Lake Eola Park. Arrive early to see the beautifully illuminated Eola Wonderland Christmas Tree and watch in wonder as the lights dance to popular holiday music. Experience snowfall and shop local at our holiday […]
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HAPCO Music Presents: The Eighth Note Collective
8 p.m.
Blue Bamboo Center For The Arts 1905 Kentucky Ave, Winter Park, FL
$20
The Eighth Note Collective is a dynamic group of Orlando-based musicians who are bringing fresh takes on Classic Jazz music. You will be in for a treat of fantastic music, and high-caliber entertainment. Presented by HAPCO Music. This evening will feature Derrick Harris on trombone, Caila Carter on vocals, Derrick Harvin on piano, Jose Figeroua […]
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The Shining: Forwards and Backwards
11:30 p.m.
Enzian Theater 1300 S Orlando Ave, Maitland, FL
$11
Freaky Fridays is a nose-dive into the weird, wild, and wicked world of genre films. A wasteland inhabited by a crude collection of Japanese cyberpunks, black ninjas, undead biker gangs, buxom cheerleaders, Italian serial killers, and future cinema stars who would rather forget their early screen appearances. Too crazy for primetime, these films will twist […]
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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10
Santacon 2022
11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Thornton Park District 608 E Central Blvd, Orlando, FL
Various prices
Santacon is celebrated all over the country and is simply a gathering of people dressed as Santa that go to restaurants and bars to celebrate the holiday season with tasty libations! **We welcome elves, reindeer, and any holiday attire!
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Holiday on the Drive Parade
5 p.m.
College Park Main Street Edgewater Drive, between Smith St. and Clayton St., Orlando, FL
FREE
Our “Season of Sparkle” continues as we approach our first annual Holiday on the Drive Parade! Join us December 10th at 5:00 for one of our favorite community events of […]
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Winter Park Rotary Holiday Boat Parade
6 p.m.
Dinky Dock 410 Ollie Ave, Winter Park, FL
FREE
Winter Park’s finest boat cruise around Lake Virginia to celebrate all the colors, lights, music, and joy of the holidays.
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Brewer’s Bottle Share Holiday Party
6 p.m.
Broken Strings Brewery 1012 W Church St, Orlando, FL
Various prices
Get your food truck fix with Kappy’s Subs, Meng’s Kitchen, Dean’s Oyster Bar, and YeneRomay Ethiopian Kitchen paired with our brews from 6-11 PM at our Taproom. Enjoy Live Music […]
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19th Annual Light up The Lake Boat Parade
6 p.m.
Lake Fairview Park 2200 Lee Road, Orlando, FL
FREE
Come celebrate the holidays and join us for our 19th annual boat parade. Bring a picnic and enjoy the lights – live music and festivities! Our charity this year is […]
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Spooky Empire’s SpookMas Holiday Celebration
7 p.m.
Cocktails and Screams 39 W. Pine Street, Orlando, FL
$10
We’ve decided we can’t end the year without getting Spooky with you all just one more time! Join SPOOKY EMPIRE and our friends Cocktails & Screams for our SpookMas Holiday […]
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The Approximately 12 Pubs of Christmas Pub Crawl
7:30 p.m.
Ten 10 Brewing Company 1010 Virginia Dr, Orlando, FL
$10
The Approximately 12 Pubs of Christmas Pub Crawl is an annual holiday tradition in Mills 50! This year’s event takes place on Saturday, December 10, starting at 7:30pm. Purchase a […]
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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11
Grandma Party Bazaar
10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Stardust Video & Coffee 1842 Winter Park Road, Orlando, FL
FREE
Ain’t no party like a Grandma Party! Bring your friends on December 11th to Stardust Video & Coffee for the best Sunday of the year. Grandma Party is you and […]
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Pop Swap Holiday Market 2022
11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Park Ave CDs 2916 Corrine Drive, Orlando, FL
Various prices
Shop over 30 local artisans and vintage dealers where you’ll find plenty […]
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