10 Ways to Celebrate the Holiday Season in 2022

Looking for things to do in Central Florida while you’re celebrating Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year’s with us here at Caribe Royale Orlando? Here are ten hotspots offering events that are sure to make your holiday season as magical as ever!

MERRIMENT AT THE MAGIC KINGDOM
It’s a merry makeover that we look forward to each year. Walt Disney World’s® Magic Kingdom Park is decked out for the holidays in style, with sparkling lights, welcoming wreaths, and Christmas trees as far as the eye can see. But the highlight of the holiday season is Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, which returns this year on select evenings in November and December. Thrill to the sights of Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade, featuring toy soldiers marching in formation as well as your favorite characters—and even an appearance by Old St. Nick himself! Gather with friends and family throughout the park to enjoy Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks. And, of course, you won’t want to miss delicious complimentary cookies and cocoa throughout the park. And here’s a tip: While this separately ticketed event lasts from 7 p.m. until midnight, party guests can enter the park as early as 4 p.m. without a theme park reservation. No plans to attend the party? No worries; regular admission still provides ample opportunity to enjoy the seasonal delights of this beautiful park.

A HOLIDAY FESTIVAL LIKE NO OTHER AT EPCOT ®
Beginning November 25, celebrate holiday traditions from a panoply of cultures during the Epcot® International Festival of the Holidays at Walt Disney World® Resort, included with Theme Park admission. As you stroll World Showcase Promenade, you’ll experience storytellers spinning tales of holidays from around the world. Indulge in delectable food and drink from Holiday Kitchens, and save room for the guest-favorite Cookie Stroll. EPCOT® also welcomes back one of the holiday season’s most beloved traditions, the Candlelight Processional. Taking place three times nightly in the America Gardens Theatre, celebrity narrators recount the biblical story of Christmas intermingled with traditional songs performed by an orchestra and robed choir. To ensure best viewing consider purchasing a Candlelight Processional Dining Package, which includes reserved seating for the stirring performance.

EVEN MORE DISNEY DELIGHTS
At Disney’s Hollywood Studios®, celebrate the season with Sunset Seasons Greetings, as the Hollywood Tower Hotel is transformed each evening with an awe-inspiring holiday projection show. Also, don’t miss Santa Claus as he makes his way down Hollywood Boulevard in his red convertible, ready to spread joy far and wide. At Disney’s Animal Kingdom®, embrace the magic of nature with the Merry Menagerie, featuring artisan-created puppets of arctic animals. And watch as St. Nick floats by on Discovery River when the Santa Claus Festive Flotilla makes regular appearances throughout the season. Finally, finish that last-minute holiday shopping with a trip to Disney Springs®, where you’ll discover just the right gift for everyone on your list.

‘TIS THE SEASON AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO
The parks of Universal Orlando serve up festive fun that’s perfect for everyone in your party—all included with park admission. Thrill to the spectacle of Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s at Universal Studios, and watch as awe-inspiring balloons soar through the skies above to mark this merry season. Favorite characters—including those lovable Minions—bring even more life to the party. At Islands of Adventure, you won’t want to miss Grinchmas™, featuring everyone’s favorite lovable curmudgeon, The Grinch! Wander through Seuss Landing, decorated in whimsical Who-ville fashion, and plan to enjoy the warmth (with a side of sarcasm) of The Grinchmas™ Who-liday Spectacular.

ENCHANTMENT AWAITS WITHIN THE WIZARDING WORLD
If it’s an enchanted holiday you’re after, wizards and muggles alike are going all out for the holiday season within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™. From November 12 to January 1, Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida and Hogsmeade at Universal’s Islands of Adventure are transformed with festive décor and brilliant lighting. The atmosphere will brim with excitement as Celestina Warbeck and the Banshees perform a special show prepared just for the occasion. Embrace the holiday spirit as the shops and buildings in both areas are festively decorated with garland and lights. The Frog Choir will sing seasonal melodies and there will be special treats and drinks to share (hot Butterbeer, anyone?). As the stars begin to shine, revel in a dazzling projection of holiday spirit at The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle.

SEAWORLD’S CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION DAZZLES
Mark your calendars for November 11-December 31 and plan to make new holiday traditions during SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration™, featuring delicious food, entertaining live shows, delightful holiday shopping and joyous entertainment. While the Sea of Trees illuminates the lagoon and over three million lights sparkle throughout the park each evening, live shows bring the magic of Christmas to life. You’ll also enjoy a healthy dose of nostalgia as Rudolph and Santa greet guests and pose for pics. Afterwards, make time to savor the flavors of the holidays and hunt for Christmas gifts. All of the festivities are included with regular park admission.

LEGOLAND OFFERS HOLIDAY FUN FOR PINT-SIZED REVELERS
Beginning November 25 on weekends, experience the warmth and joy of the season at LEGOLAND Florida. Featuring a giant LEGO Christmas tree, special shows, holiday characters, hundreds of lights, and more, this is the perfect celebration for the little ones in your party. LEGOLAND also offers a kid-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration that includes an early fireworks show so everyone can join in the fun! It’s all included with regular park admission, too!

DEZERLAND PARK’S CHRISTMAS NIGHTS IN LIGHTS IS A JOLLY GOOD TIME
What is Christmas without enjoying spectacular light displays? Dezerland Park, one of Orlando’s newest attractions, brings a brand-new spectacle to International Drive this year. Christmas Nights in Lights, a drive-thru light show, offers an immersive holiday experience—and you never have to leave your vehicle! Displays of 1.5 million dancing lights are synchronized to a soundtrack of holiday favorites beamed directly into your car, thanks to a private radio frequency. Open from November 11-January 1, the attraction is available evenings 6-11 p.m.

With so much to choose from this holiday season, it can be hard to pick where to celebrate the holidays with your family. Luckily, your choice for lodging is an easy one. Caribe Royale’s newly renovated suites are ready to welcome you, and we’ll be decked out for the holidays with some very special surprises this year. Plus, we offer free transportation to the Disney World theme parks, so you can travel to the holiday happenings in style. Make plans now to join us here for a holiday season that will truly be “Royale!”