5 Things to do this Weekend in Orlando -Date Ideas

It's another lovely weekend in Orlando. So how are you going to spend it? Every week, we update our list of events and things to do around town. But what if you're in a hurry and need this weekend's top picks? You've come to the right place.

This Weekend in Orlando, December 12-14, 2025

This weekend, the weather will be great for the best Christmas lights in Orlando.

Blitzen's Pop-Up Bar – An Omni Original

Now through January 4, 2026
Wednesday – Friday: 5 PM – 10 PM
Saturday: 12 PM – 10 PM | Sunday: 12 PM – 5 PM
Eagles Edge at Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate

Experience Omni’s Signature Christmas-Themed Pop-Up Bar, Where the Cocktails Sleigh. This holiday season, Blitzen's is decking the halls with ornaments, twinkle lights, tinsel, and more. Proud to partner with renowned mixologist, bar owner and author Julie Reiner, who brings her award-winning and exclusive cocktail recipes to Blitzen’s Bars across Omni. Known for co-founding iconic bars like Clover Club, Milady’s and Leyenda in New York City, and as a featured judge on Netflix’s Drink Masters, Julie combines classic techniques with creative innovation.

Omni Orlando's Signature Christmas-themed Pop-Up bar, Blitzen's, is back!

Christmas at Amber Brooke Farms

Fridays–Sundays, December 5th–21st
Fridays: 4-8 p.m. | Saturdays: 12–8 p.m. | Sundays: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Eustis Location: 36111 County Rd 44A, Eustis, FL 32736

Christmas at Amber Brooke is a heartwarming, small-town holiday experience filled with farm charm and festive magic. Stroll through twinkling lights, visit Santa, enjoy live Christmas music, explore the Snow Silo, and create memories with joyful activities for all ages. Pick fresh strawberries, sunflowers, and zinnias, savor holiday treats, and enjoy classic farm fun. Celebrate the season with cozy moments, family traditions, and nostalgic Christmas cheer at Amber Brooke Farms.

Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra’s Holiday Pops

  • Date: Friday, December 12, 2025, 7pm
  • Location: Della Phillips Pavilion in The Grove Park at The Packing District 
  • Cost: FREE

Celebrate the holiday season with the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra’s Holiday Pops in the Packing District. This FREE, festive performance features holiday classics and food trucks, perfect for a fun date night. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, enjoy live music, and soak in the seasonal magic. Stop by the Great Southern Box Co. Food Hall for holiday drinks and Christmas decorations before or after the concert. Free parking will be available at the Leonard & Marjorie Williams Family YMCA.

Wellness Wonderland

  • Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025, 9am-1pm
  • Location: Wave Hotel, 6100 Wave Hotel Dr, Orlando, FL 32829
  • Cost: $55

Set your alarms and get ready to end the year with a bang at the Lake Nona Wave Hotel. Enjoy a Pilates class, mobile sauna, B12 shots, ear seeding, mini chair massages, red light therapy, skin consultations, custom candle making, a curated goodie bag, and much more. Plus, you'll get access to Wave Hotel's Sculpture Garden, exclusive post-workout HAUS Party with music, and wellness activations.

‘Twas Christmas at Lukas

  • Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025, 3pm-6pm
  • Location: Lukas Nursery & Butterfly Encounter, 1909 Slavia Rd, Oviedo, FL 32765
  • Cost: $29.97

Step into the magic of the season! This joyful, family-friendly holiday festival will feature storytime with Santa, hands-on crafts, s’mores, snow play, hayrides, photo ops, carolers, and more.

ILLUMINATE at Aquatica Orlando

  • Date: Select nights, November 15, 2025 – January 5, 2026
  • Location: Aquatica Orlando, 5800 Water Play Way, Orlando, FL
  • Cost: $25 – $30; parking $15 additional

Experience a whole new glow at Aquatica this holiday season. ILLUMINATE transforms the park into a walk-through light spectacular filled with themed zones, glowing sculptures, and cozy surprises like s’mores fire pits, and signature cocktails. Each area offers its own music, mood, and interactive elements — perfect for date nights, friends’ outings, or festive family fun. Slides and water attractions remain closed, allowing guests to explore the park’s illuminated pathways at a relaxed pace.

Flamingo Lanterns and Christmas Lights at ILLUMINATE Aquatica - image by Dani Meyering
Flamingo Lanterns at ILLUMINATE Aquatica – image by Dani Meyering

Ready for more? Jump over to our full Event Guide for this month!