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During the festival, Orlandoans will hear cathedral bells from the only transportable carillon in North America. | Photo by @jayayess1190 via Openverse
A first-of-its-kind holiday tradition is set to debut soon in downtown Orlando. The Dr. Phillips Center will host the Frontyard Holiday Festival from Thursday, Dec. 4 to Sunday, Jan. 4, transforming three acres of outdoor spaces into a free winter wonderland.
🔔 Sounds of the season
Sing along to weeknight carolers, enjoy concerts from local musicians and high school ensembles, and settle in for festive film favorites like “The Grinch” and “The Polar Express.”
❄️ Magic at every corner
Drift through nightly snow flurries, meet Santa, cozy up by the fire pits, and watch the Winterglow tree shine during each night’s lighting ceremony.
🍭 Holiday treats await
Nibble on build-your-own s’mores, festive waffles, scoops of gelato, and BBQ plates, or toast the occasion with spiked hot cocoa and themed cocktails.
Events
Events
Wednesday, Nov. 19
CareerFest | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Kia Center | Free with RSVP
Sloth World Orlando is headed to I-Drive. The self-proclaimed “world’s most intimate and exclusive sloth experience” will open in February and offer VIP tours that allow visitors to interact with 40 sloths. Presale tickets are available now.
Coming Soon
Society Orlando’s lobby will soon be transformed into an all-day dining destination. Terra, a new concept from Thriving Hospitality, is set to open this spring with New American plates, coffee, cocktails, and plenty of lounge space. (Bungalower)
Open
Cafe Collective has officially taken over the former Pom Pom’s Teahouse & Sandwicheria on Bumby Avenue. The new food hall is in its soft-opening phase with vendors like Somo T, Takitos Nueva Rosita, and Whiskey Church BBQ already serving. (Orlando Weekly)
Closed
This one really leaves a hole in our hearts —Dochi has permanently closed its only Orlando location. The Japanese-style mochi donut shop didn’t disclose a reason for the shutter on East Colonial Drive. (Bungalower)
Parks
Speculation is swirling over a possible expansion at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe. A newly filed permit shows plans for utility and foundation work along Universal Boulevard, possibly hinting at a brand-new attraction on the way. (Orlando Weekly)
Try This
Coffee bar crawl, anyone? Use our guide to Orlando’s coffee shops to track down the best seasonal sips around town. If you love using our guides to explore the city, consider supporting us directly — think of it like buying us a coffee.
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Attention, SunRail riders. An updated schedule will go into effect on Monday, Dec. 1, bringing tweaks to existing times plus new late-night trains. Give it a glance before you hit the platform.
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Welcome to Rockville just dropped its lineup for next year’s fest, featuring performances from The Foo Fighters, My Chemical Romance, and Guns N’ Roses. Can’t make it? Don’t worry — there are plenty of rock concerts coming soon to Orlando.
