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 19-21, 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.

A WHO-bilation at Founders Square

  • Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025, 11am-4pm
  • Location: 10002 Founders Square Dr, Orlando, FL 32828
  • Cost: FREE admission

Shop local and explore jewelry, home décor, crafts, vintage clothes, baked goods, and food trucks. Plus, get ready for a dance party with The Grinch! It’s a holiday bash you won’t want to miss.

Annual Holiday Party at The Wellborn

  • Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025, 7pm
  • Location: The Wellborn, 211 N Lucerne Cir E, Orlando, Florida 32801
  • Cost: FREE admission

Naughty or nice? The annual holiday party returns, and this year Mount Crumpet comes to life with a visit from the Grinch. Two floors, two experiences, including specialty drinks, and a visit from the man in red, with a photo opportunity. Bring a toy for Toys for Tots and receive a gift from The Wellborn. Free entry. Choose your floor or wander through both!

Holiday Afternoon Tea

  • Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025, Seatings at 10am & 12:30pm
  • Location: Infusion Tea, 1600 Edgewater Dr, Orlando, FL 32804
  • Cost: Starting at $49 per person (+$5 to make it gluten free + vegan, +$12 for bottomless mimosas dine-in only)

Sip on a whole pot of tea: Spiced Christmas Black, Cinnamon Bun Herbal, or a pitcher of iced Hibiscus Berry if you’re feeling Florida festive. Enjoy fresh-baked scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam, Sugar Plum Fairy Cake, a lineup of finger sandwiches, plus petit fours and French macarons. Reserve your spot online.

Sugar Cookie Decorating

  • Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025, All day, starting at 11am
  • Location: Citrus City Craft, 101 N Country Club Rd #101, Lake Mary, FL 32746
  • Cost: FREE

Jump into Christmas week with free sugar cookie decorating! Supplies provided, while supplies last. Invite your friends, bring the kids, and have a jolly good time.

Very Merry Pop-Up Market

  • Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025, 12-4pm
  • Location: Great Southern Box Company, 2105 N Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL 32804
  • Cost: FREE admission

Still need those last-minute Christmas gifts? Shop local vendors for unique gifts, bring the kids to have a blast at the kids zone, enjoy photo ops, plus raffles and more holiday surprises. Come sip, shop, and finish your Christmas shopping.

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!