Light Up the Holidays December 4

Uptown Altamonte’s Cranes Roost Park, just north of downtown Orlando on I-4, is kicking off the holiday season with Progress Energy’s Light Up the Holidays on December 4 at 5:00 p.m., part of a month of festivities in Altamonte Springs, Florida.

The festivities begin with free photo opportunities with Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Tower and Plaza at 5:00 p.m. There will be choreographed holiday fountain shows at 6:00, 7:00, 8:00 and 9:00 p.m. plus performances by the Robert Harris Duo at 6:15 , 7:15 and 8:15 p.m. Local children’s choirs and dance troupes will be performing at the Eddie Rose Amphitheater and games, carolers, face painting, and inflatables will be available at North Park. The official park lighting ceremony and fireworks begin at 6:30 p.m.

In addition to the events on December 4, Uptown Altamonte’s Cranes Roost Park will host Santa Tuesdays on December 7, 14 and 21 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., outdoor holiday movie nights December 8, 15 and 22 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m., nightly holiday fountain shows at 6:00, 7:00, 8:00 and 9:00 p.m. and Friday Night Live musical performances ob December 3, 10 and 17 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

And for those who still have Christmas shopping to contend with, don’t forget that Altamonte Mall is right nearby with extended holiday hours.