December 1, 7-8, 14-15
Mannheim Steamroller
Show times vary
Universal Studios
6000 Universal Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32819
Included in regular theme park
admission
407.363.8000
UniversalOrlando.com
The best-selling holiday artist
of all time will perform some of
their greatest hits live on select
nights.
December 1-22
A Christmas Carol - A
Ghost Story of Christmas
2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Garden Theatre
160 W. Plant St.
Winter Garden, FL 34787
$25-$37
407.877.4736
GardenTheatre.org
This spirited version of A Christmas
Carol puts the ghostly
qualities of Charles Dickens’
classic tale center stage.
December 13-15
Wine & Chocolate
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Friday and
Saturday
11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday
Lakeridge Winery
19239 U.S. 27 North
Clermont, FL 34715
$10 adults, free for children 12
and under
800.768.9463
LakeridgeWinery.com
This annual festival will feature
local chocolatiers, artists,
crafters, live music, and winery
tours and tastings. A portion of
the proceeds will benefit Ronald
McDonald House Charities
of Central Florida.
December 13-23
The Nutcracker
Show times vary
Dr. Phillips Center for the
Performing Arts
445 S. Magnolia Ave.
Orlando, FL 32801
Tickets start at $24
844.513.2014
DrPhillipsCenter.org
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.
December 14
7th Annual Violectric
Holiday Show
6:30 p.m.
Lake Eola Park
99 N. Rosalind Ave.
Orlando, FL 32801
Free admission
Violectric.net
This live concert, presented by
the City of Orlando Department
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of Families, Parks and
Recreation, will feature traditional
holiday songs mashed
up with classic rock tunes.
Attendees are encouraged to
bring their pets, a pet supply
or make a donation to Pet Alliance
of Greater Orlando.
December 14
Trans-Siberian Orchestra
- Christmas Eve and
Other Stories
3 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Amway Center
400 W. Church St.
Orlando, FL 32801
$46.50-$76.50
407.440.7900
AmwayCenter.com
Based on the group’s tripleplatinum
album, the story of
this rock theater performance
is set on Christmas Eve when a
young angel is sent to Earth to
bring back its best representative
of humanity.
December 14
Celebration Foundation
Concert Series
3 p.m.
Community Presbyterian
Church
511 Celebration Ave.
Celebration, FL 34747
$25
407.566.1234
CelebrationFoundation.org
Enjoy a performance by the
Brass Band of Central Florida
in this annual series honors
Central Florida music organizations
and classic music
performances.
December 14-15
5-Watt Edition
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
El Camino School
5066 Edgewater Dr.
Orlando, FL 32810
$1,000
407.734.5129
ElCaminoSchool.com
Learn how to build your own
custom Tweed Champ Style
5-watt tube amp along with
proper soldering techniques,
the concepts of sound creation
and manipulation, and the
technical aspects of the
circuits. This class is limited to
eight students.
December 18
6-8:30 p.m.
Orlando Museum of Art
2416 N. Mills Ave.
Orlando, FL 32803
$27 members, $30 visitors
407.896.4231
OMArt.org
Instructor Lindsay Thibault
will help you translate your
favorite photograph of a friend
or family member into a pop
art style painting complete
with a witty saying. Class price
includes all materials and an
adult beverage. Advance registration
is recommended.
December 20-23
11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
The Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes
Orlando
4040 Central Florida Pkwy.
Orlando, FL 32837
$65
407.393.4648
GrandeLakes.com
This holiday version of the
hotel’s traditional tea includes
a special gift for children, an
ornament craft and a visit from
Santa.
December 21
MetroWest Winterfest
2019
4-9 p.m.
MetroWest Golf Club
2100 S. Hiawassee Rd.
Orlando, FL 32835
407.601.5995
MetroWestCommunity.com
This family friendly event
will feature free photos with
Santa and Mrs. Claus, holidaythemed
performances by
MetroWest Elementary School
and Westpointe Elementary
School, food trucks, vendors,
rides, skating rink, a showing of
“Toy Story 4” on a big screen
and more. All proceeds will
benefit Edgewood Children’s
Ranch.
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