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Things to Do With Kids in Orlando in November 2026: 39 Family Events & Activities
November around Orlando gives us a little bit of everything: fall farm days, free community festivals, creative afternoons, outdoor learning, and Christmas lights before the Thanksgiving leftovers are even packed away.
If you’re looking for things to do with kids in Orlando this November, this guide brings together 39 events, programs, and seasonal activities across Orlando and nearby Central Florida communities. You’ll find free outings, a few lower-cost choices, and ticketed experiences for the days you want to plan something bigger.
With a toddler and an older child, I look for options that leave room for different interests and attention spans. Sometimes that means a festival. Sometimes a short craft program is plenty. You do not need an expensive, all-day plan every weekend.
For more places to explore throughout the year, bookmark our Florida Family Events & Things To Do hub.
Know Mom Tip: Dates, prices, registration availability, and weather plans can change. Check the linked listing before heading out. Free admission does not always cover parking, food, rides, or shopping. All times are local Eastern time. Age-fit suggestions are editorial unless attributed to the organizer.
Find your kind of November fun
Event | November dates | Area | Admission |
Fall Fiesta in the Park | Nov. 7–8 | Lake Eola | Free entry |
Veterans Day Parade | Nov. 7 | Lake Nona | Free |
Nature in November | Nov. 14 | Orlando | Park admission waived |
Winter Park Autumn Art Festival | Nov. 14–15 | Winter Park | Free entry |
Asian Lantern Festival | Select nights beginning Nov. 13 | Sanford | Separate ticket |
Festival of Trees | Nov. 14–22 | Orlando | Ticketed |
Holiday Nights | Nov. 19–22, 27–29 | Kissimmee | Free entry and parking |
Dazzling Nights | Select nights beginning Nov. 20 | Orlando | Timed ticket |
Jingle Eve | Nov. 21 | Ivanhoe Village | Free public entry |
Symphony Storytime | Nov. 19, 21–22 | Orlando | Free; booking rules apply |
Frontyard Holiday Festival | Nov. 27–29 | Downtown Orlando | Free entry |
Now Snowing | Beginning Nov. 28 | Celebration | Free event; extras cost more |
Free festivals and community celebrations
1. Orlando Farmers Market at Lake Eola
When: Sundays, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29; 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Where: Southeast corner of Lake Eola Park
Cost: Free admission; purchases extra
Browse local vendors and enjoy a flexible outing by the lake. This is a good option when your family wants to get outside without committing to a scheduled performance or a full-day attraction.
Know Mom Tip: Nov. 8 overlaps with Fiesta in the Park. Allow extra time downtown and decide on a snack budget before browsing.
2. Fall Fiesta in the Park
When: Nov. 7–8, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Where: Lake Eola Park, Orlando
Cost: Free entry; food, shopping, and parking may cost extra
Artists, craft vendors, entertainment, and a large children’s play area make this a mixed-age weekend option. Choose a few things to explore rather than trying to see every booth.
Learning idea: Ask each child to find a favorite piece of art and explain what caught their attention.
3. City of Orlando Veterans Day Parade
When: Nov. 7, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Where: Route begins and ends at Lake Nona Town Center
Cost: Free
Gather to honor veterans, service members, and military families. The city also lists a ceremony after the parade.
Know before you go: The listed 2026 location is Lake Nona. Use the current route map when planning parking. Hearing protection may help children who find parades loud.
4. Nature in November
When: Nov. 14, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Where: Bill Frederick Park, Orlando
Cost: Daily park admission waived
The city’s program includes hayrides, guided hikes, farm tours, live music, and opportunities to learn about farming, wildlife, and conservation.
Homeschool connection: Let children draw one living thing they noticed and share one question they would like to research afterward.
5. Winter Park Autumn Art Festival
When: Nov. 14–15, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Where: Central Park, 251 S. Park Avenue, Winter Park
Cost: Free general admission; premium packages and purchases extra
Explore work by Florida artists alongside live entertainment. A short art walk can be enough for younger children; older kids might enjoy comparing materials and artistic styles.
Know Mom Tip: This overlaps with Nature in November on Saturday. Pick the outing that fits your family’s interests and energy.
6. Jingle Eve
When: Nov. 21, 4:30–9 p.m.
Where: Ivanhoe Village and Gaston Edwards Park, Orlando
Cost: Free public entry; premium wine walk separately ticketed
Start the holiday season with a children’s holiday village, music, vendors, and fireworks over Lake Ivanhoe. The neighborhood event includes adult offerings as well as family activities.
Toddler tip: An earlier visit may fit bedtime better. Check the current children’s schedule and fireworks timing before deciding how long to stay.
7. Frontyard Holiday Festival
When: Nov. 27–29; festival continues on selected dates through Dec. 31
Where: Dr. Phillips Center, downtown Orlando
Cost: Free entry; food and optional purchases extra
Visit the outdoor festival for seasonal entertainment and holiday atmosphere. November’s opening weekend offers a post-Thanksgiving outing without a theme park ticket.
Know before you go: Daily entertainment varies. Check the festival calendar for the performances your family wants to see.
8. Holiday Nights at Sunset Walk
When: Nov. 19–22 and 27–29, 6–10 p.m.
Where: Promenade at Sunset Walk, Kissimmee
Cost: Free admission and parking; optional experiences extra
The celebration lists Santa and elves, snowfall, and an animated Christmas tree lighting at 6:30 p.m. Families can stroll and enjoy the atmosphere, then choose whether to spend on food or rides.
Know Mom Tip: Set expectations about paid extras before arriving so the free outing stays within your plan.
Budget-conscious outings and short park visits
These choices have a published lower entry price or can work as short outings. Park-event costs that were not stated on the event page are flagged below.
9. Wekiva Island’s Winter Wonderland
When: Nov. 29–30; selected dates continue in December
Where: Wekiva Island, Longwood
Cost: Visit Orlando lists $5 admission, with extra fees for some activities
Consider this nearby holiday option if your family wants seasonal atmosphere in Longwood. Choose your date based on the daily program rather than assuming every advertised activity happens each night.
Budget note: Confirm admission terms and any separate activity charges with the venue before visiting.
10. Magic of Lights — Daytona Day Trip
When: Nov. 20–Jan. 2; nightly 6–10 p.m.
Where: Daytona International Speedway, Daytona Beach
Cost: Advertised November offer: $20 per standard vehicle; confirm fees and vehicle rules
This drive-through display is farther from Orlando, so include gas and travel time in your decision. Per-vehicle admission can be useful when comparing the total cost for a larger family.
Offer terms: The published November special requires purchase by Nov. 30 and a November visit. Other dates and vehicle types have different prices.
11. Storytime in the Park
When: Nov. 7, 11 a.m.–noon
Where: Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake, Orlando
Cost: Event page does not state an event fee; confirm normal park admission
Join the park naturalist and Orange County Libraries for outdoor storytelling near the playground. This is an option for families who prefer a short, focused morning activity.
Know before you go: Do not assume the park-admission waiver for Nature in November also applies to this separate date.
12. Buddy’s Birthday at Bill Frederick Park
When: Nov. 21, 1–2 p.m.
Where: Bill Frederick Park, Orlando
Cost: Event page does not state an event fee; confirm park admission and activity costs
Celebrate Buddy the donkey with themed games and opportunities to meet him. Animal-loving children may enjoy a smaller park program as an alternative to a large festival.
Learning idea: Talk about what donkeys need to stay healthy, and let your child draw Buddy afterward.
Fall farms and outdoor adventures
13. Amber Brooke Farms Fall Festival
When: Selected dates through Nov. 22
Where: Eustis
Cost: Ticketed; check date-specific admission and add-ons
Keep the fall fun going with a farm outing before the season ends. The festival advertises farm attractions, flower fields, mazes, tractor rides, and animals.
Know Mom Tip: Wear shoes that work on grass and uneven ground. Check the selected day’s hours and included activities before buying tickets.
14. Great Scott Farms Fall Festival & Corn Maze
When: Weekends through Nov. 15; confirm daily hours
Where: Mount Dora
Cost: Ticketed
A corn maze and farm play make this an outdoor option for families who still want an autumn outing in November.
Homeschool connection: Before entering a maze, talk about directions, maps, and how to choose a route. Afterward, let children design a simple maze of their own.
Christmas lights and seasonal experiences
15. Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild
When: Selected nights Nov. 13–Jan. 17
Where: Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, Sanford
Cost: Separate event ticket
Explore illuminated lantern displays along an evening route through the zoo. This is a nighttime event, so plan separately from a daytime animal visit.
Know Mom Tip: Compare entry times against bedtime, and check the event’s accessibility and weather policies before booking.
16. Festival of Trees
When: Nov. 14–22; separate opening-night party Nov. 13
Where: Orlando Museum of Art
Cost: Ticketed; special events may require separate admission
The Council of 101’s 40th annual festival features decorated trees, wreaths, gingerbread creations, and seasonal displays. The organizer also lists weekend Santa photos and separately scheduled special events.
Planning note: Choose between a general festival visit and a special event before purchasing. They are not automatically the same ticket.
17. Dazzling Nights
When: Selected nights Nov. 20–Jan. 3
Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando
Cost: Timed tickets; prices vary by date and entry time
Walk through an immersive holiday light experience with themed installations and entertainment. This is a ticketed evening outing to plan ahead for.
Know before you go: Tickets are for a specific date and entry time. Check parking arrangements and the current sensory and accessibility information when booking.
18. Holidays at Leu Gardens — Daytime Visit
When: Nov. 20–Jan. 3, during daytime garden hours
Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando
Cost: Listed daytime admission: $15 adult, $10 child; confirm age bands and exemptions
Explore seasonal flowers and displays, including a hunt for eight hidden yetis. Daytime gardens may be easier to fit around naps than an evening light show.
Ticket note: Daytime admission and Dazzling Nights are separate experiences with separate admission. The advertised holiday craft day is Dec. 5, outside this November guide.
19. Colorful Christmas at Crayola Experience
When: Nov. 21–Jan. 3
Where: Crayola Experience, The Florida Mall, Orlando
Cost: Attraction admission required
Add an indoor holiday option to your list with handmade gifts, a seasonal scavenger hunt, and holiday photo opportunities alongside the attraction’s regular creative activities.
Know Mom Tip: Check hours for your exact date and compare current tickets with any pass you already own.
20. Now Snowing in Celebration
When: Nov. 28–Dec. 31; listed event window 6–9:30 p.m.
Where: Celebration Town Center
Cost: Free event; optional experiences and purchases extra
Take a holiday stroll and enjoy Celebration’s seasonal snowfall atmosphere. This gives families another evening option at the end of Thanksgiving weekend.
Know before you go: Check the actual snowfall schedule before leaving; the overall event window does not mean continuous snow.
21. A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage
When: Season begins Nov. 23; select performances through Dec. 27
Where: Orlando Family Stage, Loch Haven Park
Cost: Ticketed; select the exact performance when booking
Bring the Peanuts story into a family theater outing. The venue lists a 90-minute experience including an intermission, which is useful when deciding whether it fits your child’s attention span.
Know Mom Tip: Read the show information and performance notes first. A conversation about kindness and friendship can carry the experience beyond the theater.
Animals, learning, and live music
22. Thanksgiving School Break Camp at the Zoo
When: Nov. 23–25, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Where: Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, Sanford
Who: Listed age groups 6–8 and 9–12
Cost: Paid camp; advance registration required
This is a school-break camp option for eligible children rather than a whole-family drop-in outing. Check availability, tuition, and pickup policies before making holiday-week plans.
23. Veterans Day Weekend at the Zoo
When: Nov. 7–11
Where: Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, Sanford
Cost: Free admission offer for veterans and active military; confirm proof requirements and accompanying-guest prices
Military families can review the zoo’s Veterans Day offer when planning an animal outing. The offer should not be interpreted as free admission for every family member.
Know Mom Tip: Check eligibility before purchasing other tickets, and confirm that any separately ticketed experiences are covered by your plan.
24. Symphony Storytime: Peter and the Wolf
When: Nov. 19 at 10:30 a.m. at South Trail Branch; Nov. 21–22 at 10 and 11:30 a.m. at The Plaza Live
Where: Orlando; choose the correct venue
Cost: Free; reservation and capacity rules apply
The Orlando Philharmonic’s series pairs live music with storytelling and illustrations. It is designed especially for ages 3–7.
Know before you go: Plaza Live reservations have a maximum of four tickets per order. Follow the separate library listing for the South Trail performance. These performances are grouped as one program in this guide.
For more local resources to support your outings and learning plans, visit the Know Mom Life Orlando Family Directory.
Art, crafts, and creative play
These short programs can make a manageable weekday outing. Register for the required age group and check current availability before promising a spot to your child.
25. Artsy Toddler: Falling Leaves
When: Nov. 11, 10:30 a.m.
Where: Alafaya Branch
Cost: Free library program; registration required
Ages: 18–36 months
Explore materials and color through art and stories.
26. Fiber Arts Junior: Bracelet Weaving
When: Nov. 11, 4 p.m.
Where: Alafaya Branch
Cost: Free library program; registration required
Ages: 6–12
Practice weaving a yarn bracelet on a loom.
27. Family Fun: Autumn Wreaths
When: Nov. 14, 10:30 a.m.
Where: Alafaya Branch
Cost: Free library program; register every attending family member
Create a seasonal decoration together.
28. Preschool Artists: Fall Painting
When: Nov. 19, 11 a.m.
Where: Alafaya Branch
Cost: Free library program; registration required
Ages: 3–5
Experiment with colors and textures.
29. Family Fun: Morning Craft
When: Nov. 21, 10:30 a.m.
Where: Alafaya Branch
Cost: Free library program; registration required
Start Saturday with a family craft.
30. Puppet Boot Camp
When: Nov. 7 and 14, 10:30 a.m.
Where: Horizon West Branch
Cost: Free library program; registration required
Explore making puppets and performing with them in this family series. The library says families may attend one session or multiple sessions. November dates are grouped as one program here.
More library, toddler, and family programs
For a smaller outing, choose from these additional November programs. All nine are library programs with no program admission charge; check registration, age guidance, and availability in the OCLS family calendar. Search the exact program name and date. Times below are starting times.
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