This is a guide to a smattering of events occurring in the Greater Orlando Central Florida area. The sections are divided into Art, Music, Theater, Author, Nature, Etc, and Plan Ahead. There is surely something for everyone. There is also a complementary list of On-Going events in the area as well & you can find those by Clicking Here! These are events that either occur on a regular basis or are special events for an extended period of time. For a list of Holiday Events & Happenings in the area, just go to here!
ART & LITERATURE
A LENNON TRIBUTE NIGHT
What: Screening of A Hard Day’s Night followed by John Lennon covers by local musicians
When: Dec 10 – 8pm
Where: Cameo Theatre
1013 E. Colonial Drive
Orlando
Cost: $5
Contact: 407-403-5993
THEATER & MOVIES
SUNDANCE ART HOUSE PROJECT SHORTS 2009
What: The theater has been chosen to participate in this very limited screening of select Sundance Festival short films
When: Dec 9 – 6pm
Where: Enzian Theater
1300 S. Orlando Ave
Maitland
Cost: $10
Contact: 407-629-0054
A TUNA CHRISTMAS
What: The Fine Arts Department and Southern Winds Theatre present this production of the redneck holiday comedy
When: Dec 10 – 12 – 7:30pm
13th – 2pm
Where: Seminole State College – Fine Arts Theatre
100 Weldon Blvd.
Sanford
Cost: $12
Contact: 407-708-2040
WE NEED A LITTLE CHRISTMAS
What: Cabaret of seasonal songs and characters
When: Dec 10 – 12 – 8pm
13th – 3pm
Where: Breakthrough Theatre of Winter Park
419A Fairbanks Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $10 – 15
Contact: 407-920-4034
VARIE-TEASE XXXMAS
What: Choreographer babyBlue presents a holiday lip-synching burlesque
When: Dec 11 – 8pm
Where: Cameo Theatre
1013 E. Colonial Dr
Orlando
Cost: $15
Contact: 407-403-5993
B-GIRL
What: Award-winning breakdancer Julie ‘Lady Jules’ Urich stars in this dance film, screened with a Q&A for the hip hop conference Outbreak 5
When: Dec 13 – 7pm
Where: Lowndes Shakespeare Center
812 E. Rollins St
Orlando
Cost: $10
Contact: 407-447-1700
HOLIDAY MOVIE NIGHTS
What: outdoor screenings
When: Dec 14 & 21 – 7pm
Where: Cranes Roost Park
Uptown Altamonte
Altamonte Springs
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-571-8863
LIVING IN EMERGENCY: STORIES OF DOCTORS WITHOUT BORDERS
What: Tales about the Noble Prize-winning organization and a live panel discussion moderated by Elizabeth Vargas
When: Dec 14 – 7:30pm
Where: Regal Waterford Lakes Stadium 20
541 N. Alafaya Trl
Orlando
Cost: $12.50
Contact: 407-207-9110
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THE LION IN WINTER
What: James Goldman’s dramedy about the affairs of King Henry II on a peculiar Christmas
When: thru Dec 20
Thurs – Sat – 7:30pm
Sun – 2:30pm
Where: Mad Cow Theatre
105 S. Magnolia Ave
Orlando
Cost: $24 – 26
Contact: 407-297-8788
HAUL OUT THE HOLLYDAYS
What: An upbeat collection of songs from Broadway, film, radio and television celebrating the holiday
When: thru Dec 20
Fri & Sat – 7:30pm
Sat & Sun – 2pm
Where: Winter Park Playhouse
711-B Orange Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $24 – 32
Contact: 407-645-0145
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
What: traditional telling of the classic tale, directed by Frank Hilgenberg
When: thru Dec 20
Thurs – Sat – 8pm
Sun – 2:30pm
Where: Theatre Downtown
2113 N. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: $18
Contact: 407-841-0083
DEAR SANTA
What: A child’s request throws a wrench in Santa’s works in this family comedy
When: thru Dec 20
Fri – 7pm
Sat – 2 & 7pm
Sun – 2pm
Where: Orlando Repertory Theatre
1001 E. Princeton St
Orlando
Cost: $17
Contact: 407-896-7365
IT WAS A VERY GOOD YULE
What: A medley covering five centuries of Christmas songs
When: thru Dec 23
Thurs – Sat – 8pm
Sun – 2pm
Where: Mad Cow Theatre
105 S. Magnolia Ave
Orlando
Cost: Call
Contact: 407-297-8788
EVERY CHRISTMAS STORY EVER TOLD
What: Take a comedic romp in 90 minutes through all the familiar yule tales
When: thru Dec 27
Wed & Thurs – 7pm
Fri & Sat – 8pm
Sun – 2pm
Where: Lowndes Shakespeare Center
812 E. Rollins St
Orlando
Cost: $20 – 38
Contact: 407-447-1700
MUSIC
VOCAL STUDENT CONCERT
What: Singing classmen perform a mashup of Johann Strauss’ Die Fledermaus and popular Broadway hits
When: Dec 11 & 12 – 7:30pm
Where: Valencia East Campus – Black Box Theater
701 N. Econlockhatchee Trail
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-582-2900
OUTBREAK 5 HIP HOP FESTIVAL
What: Performers and competitors from around the state and the globe spend two days showcasing some of the best urban art and music talents
When: Dec 11 & 12 – noon – 9PM
Where: Roxy Nightclub
740 Bennett Rd
Orlando
Cost: $20
Contact: 407-898-4004
JAZZ & BLUES OUTDOOR MARKET EXPERIENCE
What: Musicians take the stage throughout the day among a variety of vendors
When: Dec 13 – 11am – 5pm
Where: Veranda Park
2295 S. Hiawassee Rd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-822-0941
LECTURE
CITRUS CLUB BACKSTAGE
What: Anne Hering talks about her work as director of training at Orlando Shakespeare Theater
When: Dec 10 – 6pm
Where: Citrus Club
255 S. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
DARA TORRES: AGE IS JUST A NUMBER
What: The olympic swimmer speaks on her experiences
When: Dec 12 – 4pm
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
NATURE
TREE GIVEAWAY
What: to Orange County residents; 2 trees per household; first come, first served
When: Dec 12 – 8am – noon
Where: Blanchard Park
2541 N. Dean Rd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-254-9200
SEMINOLE AUDUBON PROGRAM
What: Bees – the life cycle; the vital role they play in food production; therapeutic benefits of honey; threats to bees including Colony Collapse Disorder; live demonstations
When: Dec 13 – 2 – 4pm
Where: Seminole County Public Library
150 N. Palmetto Ave
Sanford
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-977-4389
FOOD, BEER & WINE
WINE TASTING & PERFORMANCE
What: with wines, appetizers, music, raffles & a performance by & benefitting Shakespeare Alive! workshops in the local schools @ 6:30pm
When: Dec 10 – 5:30 – 8:30pm
Where: Whole Foods Market
1989 Aloma Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $20
Contact: 407-447-1700
ARTIST’S & WRITER’S CRAWL
What: Artistic types cruise the bars of the Mills50 district in search of inspiration, beginning with Funky Monkey and ending with the Peacock Room
When: Dec 12 – 6pm
Where: Funky Monkey Wine Company
912 N. Mills Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-427-1447
HOLIDAY
HOLIDAY IN THE PARK
What: family activities and outdoor ice skating
When: Dec 11 – 20
Where: Lake Eola Park
1 N. Rosalind Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free – $7 ice skating admission
Contact: 407-898-3130
A VISIT FROM FATHER CHRISTMAS
What: Father Christmas will tell many stories of his adventures of bringing gifts and happiness to the children around the world
When: Dec 11 – 7pm – seating begins at 6:30
Where: Lake Mary Historical Museum
158 N. Country Club Rd
Lake Mary
Cost: $5 adults; $2 17 & younger – reservations required
Contact: 407-585-1481
THE STAR OF BETHLEHEM SHOW
What: the mystery behind one of history’s most famous stars
When: Dec 11 – 7 & 8:30pm
Where: Seminole State College Planetarium
100 Weldon Blvd
Sanford
Cost: $6 adults; $4 students K-12 & seniors, younger free
Contact: 407-708-2360
APOPKA CHRISTMAS PARADE
What: Floats, organizations and live music performers make their way to Main Street
When: Dec 12 – 10am
Where: Downtown Apopka
Park Ave
Apopka
Cost: Free
IT’S SNOW MUCH FUN DAY
What: snow playground and Santa visit
When: Dec 12 – noon – 8pm
Where: Winter Garden Village
3251 Daniels Rd
Winter Garden
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-656-1658
AFTERNOON WITH SANTA
What: for children 10 & younger – holiday crafts, Santa, moonwalk & games
When: Dec 12 – 1 – 3pm
Where: Magnolia Park
2929 Binion Rd
Apopka
Cost: $3 per child; adults free
Contact: 407-886-4231
ST. LUCIA FESTIVAL
What: Swedish Christmas celebration with a giant Dala horse, a viking ship replica, Swedish musicians, a smorgasbord and more
When: Dec 12 – 1 – 4pm
Where: Museum of Seminole County History
300 Bush Blvd
Sanford
Cost: Donations accepted
Contact: 407-665-2489
OVIEDO HOLIDAY PARADE
What: Floats and marchers wind through downtown, concluding in a tree lighting ceremony and holiday expo
When: Dec 12 – 3pm
Where: Oviedo Gymnasium and Aquatic Facility
148 Oviedo Blvd
Oviedo
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-278-4871
HOLIDAY SIDEWALK SASHAY
What: sidewalk parade around Lake Eola
When: Dec 12 – 3:30 – 5pm
Where: Lake Eola Park
1 N. Rosalind Ave
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-898-3130
BALDWIN PARK FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
What: Carriage rides, a holiday parade and a holiday movie
When: Dec 12 – 4:30 – 9pm
Where: Baldwin Park Village Center
1097 Bennett Rd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-206-3300
WINTER PARK BOAT PARADE AND FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
What: music, food, wine & ski show by former SeaWorld & Cypress Gardens skiers @ 4pm
When: Dec 12 – 5:30pm
Where: Albin Polasek Museum and Sculpture Gardens
633 Osceola Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-599-3399
HOLIDAY ON THE DRIVE
What: street festival with band and choir performances
When: Dec 12 – 6 – 9pm
Where: College Park
Edgewater Drive
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-625-7402
SANTA’S WINTER WONDERLAND
What: holiday activities and film screenings
When: Dec 12 – 6:30 – 8:30pm
Where: Jim Beech Recreation Center
1820 A. D. Mims Rd
Ocoee
Cost: Free – non-perishable food donations requested
Contact: 407-905-3180
HOLIDAY CHORAL CONCERT
What: The Bach Festival Society takes on traditional seasonal pieces with a sing-a-long portion
When: Dec 12 – 7:30pm
13th – 3pm
Where: Rollins College – Knowles Memorial Chapel
1000 Holt Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $20 – 50
Contact: 407-646-2000
OUTDOOR CONCERT
What: Maitland Stage Band playing holiday big band music
When: Dec 12 – 8:30pm
Where: Quinn Strong Park
347 S. Maitland Ave
Maitland
Cost: Free – bring lawn chairs and blankets
Contact: 321-303-1404
HANUKAH IN THE PARK
What: Chabbad of Greater Orlando and the Jewish Community Center hold an evening of family activities, including singing, dancing and lighting a giant menorah
When: Dec 13 – 5:30pm
Where: Central Park
N Park Ave & W Morse Blvd
Winter Park
Cost: Free
ETC.
FREAKS & GEEKS
What: Annual community gaming competition and expo
When: Dec 11 – 6pm
Where: Seminole State College Center for Economic Development
1055 AAA Blvd.
Heathrow
Cost: Free
PLAN AHEAD
FIELD TRIP – MEAD GARDENS
What: guided tour and questions & answers about the 47.6 acre park
When: Dec 19 – 8:30am
Where: Mead Gardens
1300 S. Denning Dr.
Winter Park
Cost: Free – reservations required
Contact: 407-977-4389
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