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Light Up UCF

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Light Up UCF, one of Orlando's most anticipated holiday attractions, provides Central Florida families and residents with an affordable family, winter wonderland featuring ice skating, rides, and holiday attractions. Back for its ninth season, Light Up UCF will open Friday, November 18th and run through Saturday, January 7th, and will feature cooler rides, snowier nights, and bigger and brighter lights!

ICE!® featuring A Charlie Brown Christmas

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New for 2016 is ICE! featuring A Charlie Brown Christmas by Charles Schulz. Watch Charlie Brown rediscover the true meaning of Christmas as the beloved classic story unfolds through interactive ice sculptures and displays. Experience the Peanuts gang in iconic scenes such as their holiday play rehearsal, Snoopy’s decorated doghouse and Charlie Brown choosing the perfect Christmas tree. Everything is...

Harry Connick, Jr.’s The Happy Elf

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From the Grammy-winning musician, this joyous new jazz musical sure to become a holiday favorite! Eubie is the happiest elf in the North Pole, whose constant energy and exuberance wears others out. Eubie believes if he can restore joy to the forlorn town of Bluesville, full of children on the naughty list, he will win a spot on Santa’s sleigh...

The Great American Campout

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Learn to camp in a fun, family-oriented event by participating in the "Great American Campout" sponsored by the Seminole County Leisure Services Department.  Dinner and breakfast are included!   Some of the camp activities include: bonfire, camp sing-a-long, stargazing, nature hikes fire safety wildlife chat cast iron cooking and more surprises! Also included is that camping tradition of cooking s'mores over...

Annual Trimathlon

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Students of all math skill levels in 2nd - 5th grades can compete in three exciting math challenges and earn great prizes. Come see how math competitions can be fun for your child! Invite them to bring a friend to this free, fun-filled math event held at Mathnasium locations across the United States. Our Lake Mary Trimathlon will take place...

Storytime at the Zoo

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Enjoy animal stories from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Rainforest Pavilion along with a special visit from one of our Zoo animals. Programs will be presented by the Orange County Library System storytellers every Wednesday in November. This free program is designed for pre-school age children. For more information call 407.323.4450 ext. 123 or email education@centralfloridazoo.org.

Zoo Boo Bash

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Trick-or-treat in the wildest neighborhood in town during the ZOO Boo Bash, the Central Florida Zoo’s annual Halloween event complete with daily costume contests and other fun activities. Family friendly costumes are welcome. Treat stations, crafts and other fun activities available from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. It’s a safe, fun, and not-too-scary event for young and old alike. Kids are...