Kick off the festivities with us on the first of the eight nights of Hanukkah as we bless and light the menorah in a special ceremony to celebrate the festival of lights. Additional entertainment includes a live DJ, stilt walker, children’s performers, face painters and more. Enjoy traditional foods while the kids make dreidels and learn the story of the holiday.

Nightly event offerings include:

Santa’s Cottage will not be open to the public on Thursday, December 7.

Holiday Market

Stroll through the holiday market with rotating vendors selling giftable crafts and bespoke items perfect for anyone on your list.

Sweet Treats

Enjoy all your favorite chilly-weather foods as sweet-treats stations and pop-up stands offer specialty snacks and beverages made especially for the season.

Photo-Ops

Snap memories in front of the picture-perfect photo walls, our 24-foot centerpiece Christmas tree, oversized ornaments, and more!

Nightly Snowfall

Enjoy “Lake Snow-na” snowfall happening every hour, on the hour.

Evergreen Tree Trail

Visit the tree trail winding from Town Center to the Lake Nona Wave Hotel. Lake Nona partners compete to decorate a tree for guests to enjoy during Oh, What Fun! Cast your vote for your favorite tree at the end of the trail.

Fa La La La Bar at Lake Nona Wave Hotel

Adults can sneak away to the sculpture garden for a crafted seasonal cocktail or a spiked hot chocolate with all the sweet garnishes.