The Orlando World Center Marriott is expanding its 12 Days of Holiday Fun with a new Holiday Village, spectacular drone shows, and nightly fireworks.
Orlando is sometimes referred to as the Theme Park Capital of the World. Still, sometimes, the best holiday magic happens right at your resort hotel. The Orlando World Center Marriott has just dropped a press release promising its biggest holiday celebration yet, expanding its popular 12 Days of Holiday Fun and adding brand-new, spectacular experiences that run from fall right through the New Year.
Based on its location, the Orlando World Center Marriott makes a solid choice for an “off-site” hotel when planning to visit Universal Orlando Resort or Walt Disney World. “Whether this year is the first or the third time a guest walks through our doors to celebrate the holidays, there is a magical new celebration in store for everyone,” says Robert Bray, general manager.
The Main Event: 12 Days of Spectacular Fun (December 20-31)
The heart of the celebration runs from December 20th through the 31st and features theme park-level entertainment that you won’t want to miss:
- Drone Show Extravaganza: A dazzling, 12-minute drone show will take to the sky on December 28th and 30th, painting beautiful, animated pictures above the resort. This is a must-see spectacle!
- Nightly Fireworks: On December 29th and 31st, the skies will light up with stunning firework displays. Find a prime viewing spot and pair it with a late-night swim at Falls Pool after the nightly laser show.
- The Naughty and Nice Bar: Food & beverage pop-ups will dot the property, including this cheeky-named bar for adults.
- The New Holiday Village: New this year, families can step into an interactive hub featuring seasonal activities, baked goods, holiday drinks, and meet-and-greet opportunities with seasonal characters. Plus, enjoy festive train and horse-drawn carriage rides!
- Massive Gingerbread Village: The lobby will be transformed with an oversized gingerbread village made from over 5,000 gingerbread bricks by the resort’s pastry team. Talk about an incredible photo op!
Daily activities will keep the fun going, including poolside silent disco, holiday-themed trivia, arts & crafts, and festive dive-in movies at Falls Pool.
Kick-Off the Season Early at the Orlando World Center Marriott
The holiday fun begins long before Santa arrives. Guests staying at the Orlando World Center Marriott can kick off the season early with signature events in October and November:
- Tasty Fall Fun (October): Enjoy the resort’s on-site Biergarten on October 10-11, featuring Crooked Can Brewing Company with music, games, and craft beer. For a spooky twist, check out the speakeasy’s spooky spirits class on October 25th for just $20, where you can shake up your own creepy cocktails and magical mocktails!
- Spooky Halloween Weekend (Oct 31–Nov 2): Pack your costumes for a trick-or-treat trail, themed crafts, and Mingo’s costume parade.
- Thanksgiving Weekend (Nov 27–30): Burn off that turkey with an on-property Turkey Trot, followed by a Thanksgiving feast at Latitude & Longitude. This weekend also brings the annual holiday decorations, appearances from Santa and Mrs. Claus, and holiday dive-in movies.
Ring in 2026 with a Splash!
The festivities culminate with a New Year’s Eve Celebration on December 31st:
- The Ultimate Pool Party: The main event features a live poolside DJ and thrilling sports on the jumbo TVs above Falls Pool.
- Bourbon and Bubbles Party: Guests 21 and over can join the sophisticated party in the lobby from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m.
- Countdown: The night wraps up with a laser show at 8 p.m. and a massive fireworks display at 11:59 p.m. to kick off 2026!
Orlando World Center Marriott: The Details You Need to Book
To make your stay even more magical, you can pre-arrange for the resort team to deliver stockings filled with treats and in-room décor, including a Christmas tree and sparkling ornaments, right to your guestroom (Dec 21-24). Don’t forget the holiday buffet meals at Latitude & Longitude for Christmas Day brunch and New Year’s Eve dinner!
Special Offer Alert! A special 12 Days of Holiday Fun package is available for visits December 24-31 (2-night minimum). It includes a $50 per night resort credit, plus once during your stay, you receive four sweet treats, four holiday mocktails, complimentary train rides, and more in the Holiday Village.
For more details on everything the Orlando World Center Marriott has to offer, including its on-site River Falls Water Park and Hawk’s Landing Golf Club, and to explore the activities guide, visit their website.
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