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Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, the most magical holiday tradition, returns to Magic Kingdom on select nights beginning this weekend! Photo courtesy Disney
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11/5/25 - By Charlotte B

Looking for the best things to do in Orlando this Veterans Day weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list. 

Honor our nation’s heroes during Veterans Day weekend at meaningful tributes across Central Florida, including the Ocoee Veterans Day Ceremony, City of Orlando Veterans Day Parade, and other commemorative events. Then, get into the seasonal spirit early with several holiday and Christmas events kicking off this weekend! Head to the Mall at Millenia on Friday for Santa's Magical Arrival. Visit the theme parks as holiday festivities return with Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom, Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios, and SeaWorld Orlando's Christmas Celebration. Plus, other exciting events to fill up your long weekend!

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Go back in time during the last weekend of Lady of the Lakes Renaissance Faire. Photo courtesy of the event

Things to Do This Veterans Day Weekend in Orlando

City of Winter Park Veterans Day Celebration

Winter Park - FREE
Friday, November 7, 2025
This event will be held in honor of all veterans. All veterans that have served in any military campaign or branch in honor of our nation’s freedom are invited to attend for the community to pay tribute to their dedicated service to our country. READ MORE

Eustis First Friday

Eustis - FREE
Friday, November 7, 2025
Visit the streets of downtown Eustis for a First Friday festival, with a different theme each month. This event features food, vendors, music, and more. READ MORE

Maitland's Getdown Downtown Block Party

Maitland - FREE
Friday, November 7, 2025
This monthly first Friday block party includes a fun zone for the kids, live entertainment, food, drinks, vendors, and more. READ MORE

Santa's Magical Arrival at the Mall at Millenia

Orlando - FREE
Friday, November 7, 2025
Guests are invited to welcome the holiday season in true Millenia fashion at Santa’s Magical Arrival at the Mall’s main entrance. READ MORE

Annunciation Catholic Church Fall Festival

Altamonte Springs
November 7-8, 2025
The Annunciation Catholic Church Fall Festival features games, inflatables, live entertainment, festival food, crafts, and a raffle. READ MORE

Growvember at Mead Botanical Garden

Winter Park - FREE
November 7-8, 2025
Stroll through Mead Botanical Garden for its annual plant sale, featuring a wide selection of plant vendors, exhibitors, kids activities, live music, food trucks, a beer garden, and more. READ MORE

Greek Fest Orlando

Maitland - FREE
November 7-9, 2025
Families can enjoy authentic Greek food, Greek dancing, live music, a children's activity area, and much more at the annual Orlando Greek Fest. READ MORE

Lady of the Lakes Renaissance Faire

Tavares
Final weekend! November 7-9, 2025
Step back in time to the 1600s at the Lady of the Lakes Renaissance Faire. This two-weekend event features artisans showcasing their talents in swords, candle making, leather work, corsets, kilts, and more. There are also stage shows, combat shows, food vendors, and kids entertainment including storytelling, a fairy grotto, and unicorns. READ MORE

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

Lake Buena Vista
Select nights beginning November 7, 2025
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is a limited capacity after-hours event featuring Mickey's Once Upon a Christmastime Parade, Minnie's Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Show, character meet-and-greets, stage shows, themed foods, and more. And best of all, enjoy fewer wait times at popular attractions. READ MORE

SeaWorld Orlando Christmas Celebration

Orlando
Daily beginning November 7, 2025
Gather your family and join all your festive friends at SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration, select dates, November 7 - January 5. This annual event includes millions of sparkling lights, a sea of trees, snow flurries, award-winning live shows, ice-skating, delicious holiday foods, and your favorite Christmas friends like Santa, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, and more. READ MORE

Chuluota Veterans Day Fireworks

Chuluota - FREE
Saturday, November 8, 2025
The VFW Post 10139 is celebrating local veterans with festivities and a fireworks show. Fireworks begin at sundown. READ MORE

City of Orlando Veterans Day Parade

Lake Nona - FREE
Saturday, November 8, 2025
The 26th annual City of Orlando Veterans Day Parade is moving to Lake Nona. Join Mayor Buddy Dyer and the Veterans Advisory Council to honor those who have served our nation. READ MORE

Flavor Fest Horizon West

Winter Garden
Saturday, November 8, 2025
This community event celebrates the diverse culinary landscape of Horizon West. Restaurants, caterers, and food vendors showcase both classic favorites and unique dishes that represent the international element of our community. Flavor Fest Horizon West is more than just a food & muisc festival; it's a celebration of community and the shared love of delicious flavors. READ MORE

Give Kids The World Village Gingerbread Run

Kissimmee
Saturday, November 8, 2025
Ready or not... crumb and get them! Give Kids the World Village Gingerbread Run is back this fall, and it's returning with a magical nighttime twist — under the glow of dazzling holiday lights! Participants will have the opportunity to run, roll, or stroll through a festive 5K set in the whimsical storybook Village, beautifully illuminated for the season. READ MORE

Great Day in the Country

Oviedo - FREE
Saturday, November 8, 2025
Great Day in the Country is Oviedo's annual arts and crafts festival, featuring more than 300 arts and crafts vendors, food vendors, special kids area, live entertainment, Student Art Fest, and more. READ MORE

History Takes Flight

Orlando - FREE
Saturday, November 8, 2025
The History Center's newest pocket exhibit, 125 Years of Audubon in Florida, is ready to soar! Enjoy a lively presentation as Katie Warner, director of the Center for Birds of Prey in Maitland, takes you on a fascinating journey into the world of raptors. You can also meet Maple the Barred Owl up close and discover why these birds are such an important part of Florida’s natural history. READ MORE

Fall Festival at Amber Brooke Farms

Eustis
Final weekend! November 8-9, 2025
Amber Brooke Farms is hosting its annual fall festival. Explore a pumpkin patch, wander through golden flower fields, enjoy live music, festive treats, and fun activities for all ages. READ MORE

Fall Pumpkin Patch at Green Meadows Petting Farm

Kissimmee
Final weekend! November 8-9, 2025
The Fall Pumpkin Patch promises a fun-filled experience for families and friends. Each admission includes a free pumpkin to take home. Visitors can enjoy activities like meeting friendly farm animals, playing in the corn box, exploring tractors, sliding down haywagon slides, and creating art in the chalk barn. READ MORE

Maker Faire Orlando

Orlando
November 8-9, 2025
Maker Faire Orlando is a non-profit, community-organized celebration featuring local do-it-yourself science, art, rockets, robots, crafts, technology, music, and hands-on activities.  READ MORE

Disney Jollywood Nights

Lake Buena Vista
Select nights beginning November 8, 2025
Disney Jollywood Nights is a limited capacity after-hours event at Hollywood Studios. Get glammed up for festive photo ops, event-exclusive shows, themed food and entertainment, and lower wait times for rides. READ MORE

Illuminate Lantern Festival at Aquatica Orlando

Orlando
Select nights beginning November 8, 2025
Step into a nighttime festival that transforms Aquatica into a luminous world of wonder. Guests will journey through five radiant realms, each fully immersive with brilliant lantern displays, dynamic sounds, captivating scents, and themed food & beverage that bring each realm to life. From shimmering seascapes to playful candy-inspired creations, every step reveals something new to explore, taste, and share. READ MORE

Free Family Funday at the Mennello Museum

Orlando - FREE
Sunday, November 9, 2025
On the second Sunday of every month, the Mennello Museum offers Family Funday, with free admission, hourly docent-led tours, and a fine arts project. READ MORE

Audubon Park Community Market

Orlando
Monday, November 10, 2025
This weekly community market is a gathering of local farmers, ranchers, fishermen, chefs, artists, and more. It it pet and family friendly, and features live music. READ MORE

Ocoee Veterans Day Ceremony

Ocoee - FREE
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
The City of Ocoee hosts a Veterans Day Celebration at Bill Breeze Park. The event will feature a fire truck display, and a ceremony beginning at 6:30pm. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs. Fireworks will light up the sky following the ceremony. READ MORE

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Places featured in this article:

The Mall at Millenia
Annunciation Catholic Church
Lady Of The Lakes Renaissance Faire
Walt Disney World - Magic Kingdom
East Seminole County VFW Post 10139
Orange County Regional History Center
Central Florida Fairgrounds
Walt Disney World - Hollywood Studios
Audubon Park Garden District
Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake

About the Author

Charlotte Blanton
Charlotte Blanton, a Central Florida native and mom of three, holds a business degree from the University of Florida (Go Gators!). After a career in corporate finance, she pivoted to stay home with her kids and found her passion for writing through Mommy Poppins. She loves exploring local theme parks and discovering fun activities for families in Central Florida.
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