Check out photos from different holiday events throughout Florida this season.
On 19 select nights in November and December, you can meet Santa and his merry mammals including real reindeer. Animated displays, a million twinkling lights, free zoo rides and traditional holiday treats. Begins at 4 p.m. daily. $22.95. 1101 W. Sligh Ave. 813-935-8552. lowryparkzoo.org
(Tom Benitez / Orlando Sentinel)
With more than two million pounds of carved ice, ICE! is back. Kept at 9 degrees Fahrenheit, you’ll see hand-carved ice sculptures, ice slides, live ice carving and a celebration of holidays from various cultures. Check website for prices. Gaylord Palms, 6000 W. Osceola Parkway. 407-586-4423. christmasatgaylordpalms.com
(Charles King / Orlando Sentinel)
More than 100 tons of snow is the star of this annual community event in southwest Florida. There will be snow mountains to climb, tobaggan and snow skiing hills as well as an ice skating rink, full-scale carnival, arts and crafts, petting zoo, pony rides and more. More than 15,000 people attend the event each year. Snow is cold, so remember to bring gloves or mittens, even if it’s 80 degrees out. 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. $2 per person. 3 and under are free. At the Golden Gate Community Center, 4701 Golden Gate Parkway. 239-252-4180. colliercountyparks.com
(Julie Fletcher / Orlando Sentinel)
