The Best Christmas Events Throughout the Universe

Get to know the best destinations to live an unforgettable Christmas throughout the universe, charming places that will leave you amazed

The Best Christmas Events Throughout the Universe

There are many places you can find Christmas celebrations. Disney's Animal Kingdom is one, as is LEGOLAND Florida Resort. Star Trek has a Christmas special. Budapest's Christmas fair is another. These places are the perfect places to celebrate the Christmas season. And you can find plenty more holiday events all over the world.

Disney's Animal Kingdom

• During the holidays, Animal Kingdom has many fun Christmas events. There's a life-sized puppet show called "The Merry Menagerie" where guests can see and learn about the animals. This special event takes place during the Christmas holidays and features performances by reindeer, polar bears, penguins, seals, and more.
  
  Flotillas are another Christmas tradition at Animal Kingdom. Meet-and-greet locations are decorated with festive decorations. You can find the likes of Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Goofy, Launchpad McQuack, and Scrooge McDuck. There are also interactive games for kids to play. In addition, the Dino-Bash fun is part of the festive flotillas.
  
  A float down the Discovery River is another popular way to get up close to the characters in Disney World. Holiday projections on the Animal Kingdom symbol are one of the highlights of Disney World Christmas. Beacons of Light alternate with the Holiday Tree of Life Awakenings at night.
  
  Other holiday events are Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, which takes place on select nights in December. This special nighttime event begins shortly after the Magic Kingdom closes for the day. Admission for this nighttime event costs $149 to $199 per adult and features shorter lines for rides. Also, guests can watch the popular Once Upon a Christmastime parade.
  
  The holiday tree at Disney's Animal Kingdom is decorated with animal figurines and decorations. You can also buy holiday goodies at the Kusafiri Bakery. Other festive holiday events take place throughout the Walt Disney World Resort.
  
  

LEGOLAND Florida Resort

• Get ready for the holidays at LEGOLAND Florida Resort with holiday-themed activities and events. The holiday season begins on November 23 and runs through January 1. The park will offer special seasonal shows and treats, as well as giant decorations and life-size snowmen. You can also take part in the holiday Bricktacular, which is sponsored by Shutterfly.
  
  To celebrate the holidays, the park will turn the clocks back to Kid Standard Time to let kids experience the magic of midnight on New Year's Eve. This special time includes a dance party centered on kids, a spectacular fireworks display, and a LEGO brick drop at 7 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. The park also has a special Heartlake City area inspired by the LEGO Friends toy line. The park is home to over 50 rides and attractions that cater to children ages two to twelve.
  
  The theme park's Christmas events include holiday parades and shows. In addition, you can enjoy the LEGO city holiday light show, which lasts seven minutes. This festive event takes place every fifteen minutes from 5 p.m. to park close. If you want to enjoy a delicious holiday dinner, don't miss Granny's Holiday Pumpkin Apple Fries and Candy Cane Creme Brulee.
  
  The holiday season is full of magical experiences and special dining menus. The Disney Parks and Resorts are at the forefront of holiday merrymaking, from Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at Walt Disney World to SeaWorld Orlando's Christmas Celebration.
  
  

Star Trek's Christmas Special

• Star Trek has never produced a full-fledged Christmas special, although the show's original episode, The Trouble With Tribbles, was billed as such when it first aired on December 29th, 1967. However, the show has regularly featured Christmas elements and this episode celebrates the season with an enjoyable montage of holiday-themed episodes.
  
  The episode includes a classic story from Shakespeare called "The Three Wise Men." In it, a Klingon general finds forgiveness and the second coming of the Klingon Messiah. The episode's message is fitting for the holiday season. The storyline is a celebration of love, family, and friends. It is also a holiday tale about starting over and accepting people for who they are. If you love Star Trek, you should check out this special episode.
  
  Its storyline has some classic moments of the original series. The Christmas episode of Enterprise ends with Picard entering the Nexus, where he can see a Christmas fantasy for himself. He also has a romantic scene with a woman. The episode also includes an homage to James Bond, with Bashir escaping by throwing an explosive gift he received from Kira as a Christmas present.
  
  While this episode isn't on the list of best "Star Trek" stories, it does deal with Christmas-related themes in a meaningful way. It follows the theme of light, love, and rebirth, and makes it one of the most meaningful Christmas episodes ever produced by the franchise.
  
  

Budapest's Christmas Fair

• Known as one of the most beautiful Christmas events in the world, the Budapest Christmas Fair takes place in the city's famous basilica. This unique and beautiful Christmas market won the Best Christmas Market award in the European Best Destinations online voting in 2022.
  
  The four and a half week long event is packed with Christmas entertainment and special artisan gifts. Visitors can shop for unique Christmas items in the city's famous Xmas market at Vorosmarty Square. While it tends to get crowded in the afternoons, this is the official Budapest Xmas market.
  
  The event also features live performances by choirs, bands, and singers. There are also family programs, as well as a chance to meet Santa Claus. There is also a free ice rink for children. If you've ever wished to experience the Christmas spirit like a local, this is the event for you.
  
  The Christmas market is located in the city center, across several squares. It is filled with traditional handicrafts and other gifts made by local artisans. The market is less crowded during the week, but the weekends are the busiest. The holiday market also offers mulled wine, hot chocolate, and coffee, as well as food and a variety of souvenirs.
  
  Known as the "Christkind" in German, this Christmas market is one of the most authentic and enchanting events in the entire world. The event has two sections, a traditional stall and a medieval "Christmas Magic" area. Both sections offer authentic handcrafted crafts and mulled wine. The mulled wine is served in special mugs crafted by local craftspeople. The market is located in the shadow of the Wendelinus Basilica, an important pilgrimage destination.
  
  

SeaWorld Orlando's Christmas celebration

• SeaWorld Orlando is an entertainment theme park and marine zoo located in Orlando, Florida. It is owned and operated by SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment. The SeaWorld Orlando theme park complex is comprised of three parks and a number of hotels. During Christmastime, you can experience a special Christmas celebration at SeaWorld Orlando.
  
  During the Christmas season, SeaWorld Orlando offers many activities and shows, including Sea of Trees, Snow Flurries, and Winter Wonderland On Ice. In addition, there is a Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer movie experience, holiday-themed food and shopping, and more.
  
  The Sea of Trees show takes place every night and is repeated several times. With 14 miles of cable and eight miles of garland, the show is a spectacular sight. It features dancing penguins and elves, towering water fountains, and holiday songs. The shows are interactive, and you can even feed the sea lions.
  
  Another highlight of SeaWorld's Christmas celebration is the Sesame Street Christmas Parade. Featuring characters like Grover, Zoe, and Cookie Monster, this holiday show will delight the entire family. You can also catch the show during one of the event days, Nov. 12 - Jan. 2.
  
  SeaWorld Orlando's Christmas celebration is an annual holiday event held in November and December. This seasonal event features holiday entertainment and delicious food. In addition, you'll have the opportunity to meet Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer and Santa Claus. The festive decorations and more than three million lights make the theme park look like a winter wonderland.
  
  

Enchant's arrival in Las Vegas

• The first official show of Enchant on the Strip is set to open Thursday, November 19, and run through Jan. 1. You can purchase tickets starting on September 15. More information about the show can be found here. The show is billed to be a holiday-themed musical extravaganza.
  
  The dazzling lights of Enchant transform the Ballpark into a winter wonderland and evoke the ambiance of a European Christmas market. Visitors can also enjoy cocoa, chocolates, and other sweet treats. Additionally, they can purchase unique handcrafted items from local artisans. The holiday lights also create a dazzling light maze and ice-skating trail for guests to enjoy.
  
  The Enchant festival will also feature the world's largest holiday light maze. It will span 10 acres of space and include a 100-foot holiday tree, ice skating trail, and live entertainment. Visitors will also have the chance to visit Santa Claus. Tickets for the show will cost $44 for adults and $23 for children three to 17 years old.
  
  The Christmas light maze at Enchant will include 4 million Christmas lights and a walk-through light maze. The event will also feature an ice skating trail, artisanal Christmas markets, and more.