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Things to Do in Kissimmee in November 2026

From festivals to live music to seasonal favorites, here’s what’s happening this month in Kissimmee.

Now Snowing Nightly at Celebration Town Center

Written by the Experience Kissimmee Editorial Team

At a Glance

From Celebration’s 30th birthday party to lantern-lit nights at the zoo, many of Kissimmee’s November events are perfect for families.
Several events are free, including the Veterans Day Festival, the Orlando Japan Festival, the Embrace of Celebration Music Festival, and the Morse Museum’s Holiday Friday Nights.
Thanksgiving weekend brings the Ice Factory’s Holiday Pajama Party and the Frontyard Holiday Festival at Dr. Phillips Center, followed by Celebration’s tree lighting and first snowfall.
Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, and SeaWorld Orlando all deck the halls with Christmas shows, parades, and decorations.

November is when Kissimmee really hits its stride. The Florida heat finally takes a (slight) break, the calendar fills up fast, and there’s something for everyone, whether you’re a local mapping out your weekends or a visitor planning an extended getaway. This month features Celebration’s 30th birthday bash, glowing lanterns, ice sculptures, and plenty of Christmas cheer. Many of the holiday favorites kick off right after Thanksgiving, too, so there’s plenty to look forward to. Grab the kiddos and take a look at what’s happening!

Events & Festivals in Early to Mid-November

Celebration’s Founders Day Event

When: November 5-7 | Where: Celebration Town Center

Celebration is turning 30, and the town’s birthday party is jam-packed with family fun! The weekend kicks off with a Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony, then the stage lights up with Chris Kirkpatrick of *NSYNC, O-Town, and Ryan Cabrera & LFO. The night wraps up with a drone show presented by AdventHealth, a grand finale you won’t want to miss.

Veterans Day Festival

When: November 7 | Where: Lakefront Park

Honor those who served at the City of Kissimmee’s Veterans Day Festival. Bring the family to the Veterans Lawn at Lakefront Park for live entertainment, kids’ activities, local vendors, and food trucks. It’s free and open to everyone.

Caricature Showcase

When: November 12 | Where: Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista South

Calling all doodlers and caricature fans! The International Society of Caricature Artists brings the annual Caricature Showcase to Kissimmee for a day of mind-blowing art. Browse the work of more than 250 artists from around the world, and dig into the craft through panels and seminars.

Christmas at Gaylord Palms

When: Beginning November 13 | Where: Gaylord Palms

Cue the sleigh bells! It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Gaylord Palms, where ice!™ featuring The Polar Express™ brings the beloved story to life through elaborate ice sculptures. Don’t miss the unforgettable POMP, SNOW & CIRQUEumstance show by Cirque du Soleil, and take the little ones for a thrilling ride down Snow Flow Mountain.

Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild

When: Beginning November 13 | Where: Central Florida Zoo

After sunset, the Central Florida Zoo lights up. Wander through lantern-lit scenes, from shimmering animals to cosmic space displays to a parade of folklore creatures from traditional Chinese tales, at the Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild. It’s a one-of-a-kind way to spend an evening in Central Florida, with exclusive festive bites and drinks to nibble and sip along the way.

Embrace of Celebration Music Festival

When: November 14 | Where: Celebration Town Center

Fifteen local bands, singers, and musicians take the stage at Lakeside Park for a night of live music and good vibes at the Embrace of Celebration Music Festival. Admission is free, with first-come, first-served seating, and food and drinks are available on site. All donations benefit the Embrace of Celebration organization.

Thanksgiving Week & Beyond

Holiday Nights Celebration

When: Beginning November 19 | Where: Promenade at Sunset Walk

The Promenade at Sunset Walk is getting all dressed up! Starting Nov. 19, Holiday Nights Celebration brings a 40-foot animated Christmas tree, towering toy soldiers, and a nightly “snow” fall (the Florida kind, of course).

Holiday Pajama Party

When: November 27 | Where: The Ice Factory

Slip into your merriest pajamas and lace up at the Ice Factory’s Holiday Pajama Party. Glide to the catchiest tunes, warm up with hot chocolate, munch on cookies, and wrap up the night with a cozy dose of Yuletide cheer.

Frontyard Holiday Festival at Dr. Phillips Center

When: Beginning November 27 | Where: Dr. Phillips Center

This crowd-favorite yearly tradition at Dr. Phillips Center features live entertainment, themed nights, interactive experiences, and twinkling light displays. Warm up by the fire pits, catch a holiday movie, sip a seasonal drink, and watch the snow fall every night. Listen to North America's only transportable carillon, the perfect soundtrack for the evening. Check the event calendar for movie and performance times.

Holiday Friday Nights

When: Beginning November 27 | Where: Morse Museum

Adults, enjoy a little me-time on Fridays with free admission and live music at the Morse Museum’s special evenings. Inside, take some time to explore the world’s most comprehensive collection of works by Louis Comfort Tiffany, including the chapel he designed for the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago, as well as art and architectural pieces from his Long Island estate, Laurelton Hall.

Small Business Saturday

When: November 28 | Where: Downtown St. Cloud

Skip the malls and the Black Friday crowds, and spend the morning strolling the historic streets of Downtown St. Cloud on Small Business Saturday. Start at 1102 New York Ave., where 10th Street Produce and Jimmy Bear’s are serving free breakfast to the first 100 people. Then wander to find handmade, locally curated gifts for everyone on your list while supporting locally owned businesses.

Celebration Tree Lighting Ceremony

When: November 28 | Where: Celebration Town Center

Gather ‘round Celebration’s holiday tree as it bursts to life with thousands of twinkling lights at the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. And at 6 p.m. sharp, the season’s first flurries drift down Market Street, turning downtown into a winter wonderland, as part of Now Snowing Lightly. Through Dec. 31, stroll past carolers, snap a photo with Santa, hop on a horse-drawn carriage or train, glide around the ice rink, and explore the Snow Village.

Holiday Happenings at the Theme Parks

Kissimmee theme parks get a Christmas makeover just in time for the holidays.

All four Walt Disney World parks are decked out for the holidays Nov. 13 through Jan. 6. At Magic Kingdom Park, stroll Main Street, U.S.A., to soak up the seasonal trimmings, or grab tickets to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party on select nights, Nov. 8 to Dec. 22. Over at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, spot festive overlays on favorite rides and attractions, or head to Disney Jollywood Nights, where Hollywood glam meets Christmas cheer, Nov. 7 to Jan. 5. EPCOT invites guests to learn about traditions from around the world at the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Presented by AdventHealth, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park sets the mood with special shows and decorations.

Christmas takes over the Universal Orlando Resort parks, too. Catch Universal Studios’ Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s, swing by Snoggletog at How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, and admire the seasonal décor at Epic Universe's SUPER NINTENDO WORLD. At Universal’s Islands of Adventure, watch the Grinch’s heart grow right before your eyes at Grinchmas, with a live show, meet-and-greet, and appearances by the Whos.

SeaWorld Orlando adds to the fun with Christmas festivities throughout the park. Stay up past bedtime for Holiday Reflections: Fireworks Finale as the park closes for the night, and catch Miracles, a show starring majestic orcas, twinkling lights, music, and plenty of Christmas spirit. Also keep an eye out for an ice-skating spectacular, Sea of Trees, and the Sesame Street Christmas Parade.

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