Holiday Events Around the U.S.

As the song goes, "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!" Events are everywhere and all you want to know is which ones you should attend.

We've rounded up our favorite holiday events from around the United States that are within a convenient distance of a Sun Outdoors resort to help you out. Sit back, relax, and find the perfect way to celebrate this holiday season!

Florida Festivities

Epcot International Festival of the Holidays (Orlando)

Epcot's International Festival of the Holidays celebrates the traditions of 11 World Showcase Nations. The highlight is the Candlelight Processional, a musical telling of the holiday story.

You can also check out IllumiNations, a light, water, and fireworks show that takes place every night.

Edison and Ford Holiday Events (Fort Myers)

The holidays are a cherished time in Fort Myers, where the Edison and Ford Winter Estates are bedecked with thousands of decorations. In addition to tours, special events often take place, including visits from Santa and writing holiday cards for active-duty military personnel.

Holiday Treasures in Texas

SeaWorld's Christmas Celebration (San Antonio)

Witness Texas' largest display of Christmas lights at SeaWorld San Antonio. This extraordinary celebration features nine million twinkling Christmas lights. The park's aquatic inhabitants will also be presenting holiday shows, including Shamu Christmas.

A California Christmas

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Christmas at Hearst Castle (Central California Coast)

Celebrate Christmas at California's most elegant estate at the Hearst Castle in San Simeon. This historical California treasure transforms into a holiday wonderland featuring towering trees decorated with dazzling decorations. Take a tour for a trip back in time to the Roaring ‘20s!

Christmastime in Santa Claus, Indiana

Santa Claus Christmas Celebration

Santa Claus, Indiana has garnered widespread acclaim for its Christmas Celebration, even earning a spot in CNN's list of the 15 Best Christmas Destinations. Enjoy a feast at Santa's Lodge or browse through the endless aisles of holiday gifts at the Santa Claus Christmas Store. Children can write letters to Santa at the Santa Claus Museum and Village. To make the experience magical, parents can volunteer at the Santa Claus Post Office to write responses to children across the country.

Santa Claus Land of Lights

Discover the magic of Christmas from the comfort of your car! Our very own Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph hosts its annual Santa Claus Land of Lights, a 1.2-mile long outdoor light show that recounts the shining story of a very famous reindeer through LED lights and storyboards. This experience is available on weekends after Thanksgiving through mid-December. After that, you can experience the Land of Lights up to Christmas Eve any night of the week.

Rudolph's Family Christmas Package

Make your stay in the town of Santa Claus even more magical with a weekend retreat in one of Lake Rudolph's famous Christmas cabins! When you take advantage of Rudolph's Family Christmas Package, you receive a two-night stay in one of Rudolph's Christmas Cabins, two Land of Lights vehicle passes, a private family visit and photos with Santa, and a gift bag with breakfast items and fun activities for your kids. This special package is only available during the first three weekends of December.  

Have we gotten you in the holiday spirit yet? Spread the joy of the season by sharing these amazing holiday events with your family and friends on social media!