Experience Kissimmee’s 2025 Autumn & Festive Season

Discover Kissimmee’s best autumn festivals, festive attractions, and family-friendly events this season. Kissimmee is buzzing with seasonal fun, exciting experiences and unforgettable events this autumn and winter. From thrilling Halloween adventures and immersive festive celebrations to new attractions, interactive activities and live entertainment, there’s something for every visitor to enjoy in the Vacation Home Capital of the World®.

New Attractions in Kissimmee

NOW OPEN: Arcade Time Opens Orlando’s First and Only 24-Hour Arcade & Restaurant

Arcade Time Entertainment, the Florida-based arcade and restaurant concept, has opened its newest location at 6464 International Drive, bringing 24-hour entertainment and dining to Orlando. The venue is a large entertainment hub with over 300 games suitable for all ages, from the latest tech-driven attractions to retro favourites. The restaurant offers an elevated take on comfort classics and signature entrées, with two full‑liquor bars and a playful cocktail programme, ensuring there’s something for everyone.

NOW OPEN: Westgate Resorts Unveils New Mystery Fun House Arcade in Kissimmee

Westgate Resorts has officially opened the Mystery Fun House Arcade Experience at its flagship Kissimmee properties, Westgate Vacation Villas Resort and Westgate Town Centre Resort. The nearly 9,000-square-foot arcade and food hall reimagines Orlando’s original Mystery Fun House with a mix of retro games, modern simulators, bowling lanes, themed dining and interactive attractions for all ages. Powered by Chuck E. Cheese and featuring multiple entertainment zones, the new experience is the latest addition to Westgate’s resort offerings, which also include renovated suites, new dining venues and enhanced retail spaces.

Autumn Attractions & Family-Friendly Halloween Events

SeaWorld® Orlando’s Howl-O-Scream Returns with More Fear, More Frights and a New Face of Terror

SeaWorld dares guests to face their darkest fears as Howl-O-Scream returns on select nights from 5 September 2025 to 1 November 2025, with its most chilling line-up yet. This year’s event features three all-new haunted houses, four all-new scare zones, an all-new live show, two all-new themed bars and the debut of Havoc, the brand-new Darkness Ambassador. Guests can also enjoy the Grave Danger Thrill Show by Hellzapoppin, the fan-favourite Monster Stomp and scream all night long on top-rated coasters such as Mako, Pipeline and Ice Breaker.

Volcano Bay Nights at Universal Orlando Resort

Experience the thrill of Volcano Bay Nights, running Friday nights from 5 September 2025 through 31 October 2025. Guests will enjoy exclusive after-dark access to Universal Orlando’s stunning water theme park, complete with illuminated attractions and exciting entertainment. The highlight of the season features Scooby-Doo and the Gang as they take on villains in a lava-lit adventure, offering a unique blend of waterpark fun and Halloween-themed excitement for the whole family.

Brick-or-Treat: The Ultimate Halloween Monster Party

Get ready for a spooktacular celebration at LEGOLAND® Florida Resort with Brick-or-Treat, the family-friendly Halloween event that’s all bricks and no tricks. Guests can fill their candy bags from overflowing cauldrons, meet exclusive seasonal LEGO® characters, enjoy themed treats, and discover surprises throughout the Park. Don’t miss the return of the award-winning Monster Skytacular drone show, a highlight of the evening. Best of all, Brick-or-Treat fun is included with General Park Admission. The Halloween festivities take place on select dates in September, October and November.

Walt Disney World’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Take in spooky sights and Halloween fun at Magic Kingdom Park during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. This year, guests can meet Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse together at Town Square Theatre, explore the newly transformed Storybook Circus—now a happy haunt for younger children—and dance the night away at a party inspired by ZOMBIES 4: Dawn of the Vampires, on select nights through 31 October 2025.

Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures: Haunted Swamp Experience

This October, brave guests can experience Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures’ Haunted Trail, Haunted Truck Ride and Night Airboat Tours on select nights for a Halloween adventure like no other. Venture into the eerie swamps, where glowing eyes pierce the darkness and alligators lurk beneath moonlit waters. Traverse haunted trails echoing with twisted laughter and board military-style trucks to explore a containment zone overrun with mutated creatures. Combining spine-tingling thrills by land, water and trail, this immersive Halloween experience dares visitors to enter if they dare—and survive the night.

Winter & Festive Celebrations

SeaWorld® Orlando’s Christmas Celebration

From 7 November 2025 to 5 January 2026, SeaWorld Orlando transforms into a sparkling festive wonderland during its Christmas Celebration. Guests can savour festive flavours, enjoy dazzling live shows, shop for festive treasures and experience joyful entertainment that brings the season to life. It’s the perfect place to create cherished traditions and celebrate the magic of Christmas together.

Celebrate the Season at Universal Orlando Resort

Universal Orlando Resort invites guests to experience a season of festive magic, running daily from 21 November 2025 to 31 December 2025. As part of park admission, visitors can enjoy festive entertainment for the whole family, from the breathtaking Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade, to meeting the Grinch during Grinchmas and watching larger-than-life floats and balloons in Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™ and Holiday Magic at Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Centre

From mid‑November through 7 January 2026, step into ICE! Featuring Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™, where 2 million pounds of intricately carved ice bring the classic 1964 TV special to life. Guests can explore larger-than-life scenes, interact with the displays, crawl through snowy tunnels, climb into the arms of Bumble and even step inside a Misfit Toy box. Signature Gaylord Palms winter parkas are provided to keep everyone comfortable in the 9-degree attraction.

Santa’s Magical Arrival at The Florida Mall

Get ready for a season full of sparkle—Santa Claus arrives at The Florida Mall from 14 November, bringing festive joy to Centre Court near the Dining Pavilion. From daily visits through Christmas Eve, guests can share wish lists, snap festive photos and soak in the magic of the season. With events like Pet Photos with Santa, holiday crafts and sweet moments with Mrs Claus, The Florida Mall is the perfect place to celebrate, shop and make merry memories all season long.

Seasonal Events & Highlights

Exciting Events and New Openings at Old Town Entertainment District

The Old Town Entertainment District is set to deliver a season full of fun, with special events and new experiences for the whole family.

VetteFest – 4 October 2025 – A showcase for Corvette enthusiasts and fans alike.
Halloween Celebration – 31 October 2025 – A spooktacular evening of family-friendly frights.
Friday Muscle Car Show & Cruise Anniversary – 7 November 2025 – A special edition of Old Town’s classic car tradition.
Holidays at Old Town – November 28– December 26, 2025 – Celebrate the season with lights, music, and holiday cheer.

Autumn Fun and Seasonal Events at Meliá Orlando Celebration + The Wilson

This autumn, Meliá Orlando Celebration and The Wilson Restaurant are hosting a line-up of seasonal events and activities for guests of all ages:

October 3–4, 2025 – Art in the Dark: Paint, Sip, GLOW: Guided painting sessions with all supplies provided—perfect for families, couples or groups seeking a creative evening.

Kissimmee Main Street Seasonal Events

Historic Downtown Kissimmee is ready to welcome the autumn and winter seasons with a festive line-up the whole community can enjoy. From family-friendly celebrations to festive traditions and lively nights out, there’s something for everyone to experience.

BOO! on Broadway – October 24, 2025 – A Halloween block party with trick-or-treating, live music and family fun.
Small Business Saturday & Light Up Kissimmee – November 30, 2025 – Shop local and enjoy the annual tree-lighting ceremony.
Christmas Crawl – December 12, 2025 – A lively festive event with drinks, trivia and plenty of ugly sweaters.