Orlando in Winter: Zip Lines, Art Festivals and Outdoor Dining
Munich – October 28, 2026 -- Orlando offers winter sun beyond the theme parks, with outdoor adventures, art festivals running from January 15 to March 1, and open-air dining, according to tourism board Visit Orlando.
Wekiva Springs and Gatorland put the adventure outdoors
Wekiva Springs State Park lets visitors swim in crystal-clear water, kayak and try stand-up paddling. At Gatorland, the Screamin' Gator Zip Line runs more than 300 meters over alligators and crocodiles.
The Harry P. Leu Gardens add a butterfly garden and about five kilometers of walking paths.
Two art festivals fill the winter calendar
The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts runs from January 15 to March 1. It combines visual art, food and performing arts.
IMMERSE Fest, held February 19-21, 2026, turns ten blocks of Downtown Orlando into an interactive art festival with live performances and immersive installations.